1992 09 14 CSCa 0
COMMLTNSZ`Y SERVICES COMMx00xC3N
AGENDA
La Quints. Council Chambers
78-105 Calls Estado
La Quints, CA 92253
SEPTEMBER 14, 1992
7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
C. Designation of interim Vice Chair (if necessary)
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - July 27, 1992
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
The Community Services Commission reserves the right to
limit discussion on any topic to five minutes or less.
IV. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIALS
1. September Reading Packet
2. Jay Holland, local attorney, regarding
Youth and Marriage Workshop
V. STAFF REPORTS
1. City Manager's Gang Task Force (Bohlen)
2. Commission's in other cities/CAPRCBM Academy Training
(Bohlen)
VI. COMMISSION BUSINESS
A. General
I. Appointment of a Legislative Watchperson
(Bohlen/Seaton)
2. Review of Proposed Commission Manual (Best)
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B. Culture and Fine Arts (Nancy Nard)
C. Parks and Recreation
1. TI Maloney/Fritz Burns Community Park Development
(with costs) (Bohlen)
2. Draft Parks and Recreation Master Plan Review
D. Human Services
1. Community Action Team(C.A.T.) next meeting
scheduled September 30th, at 6:15 p.m. at
the YMCA Daycare Center
VII. NEXT MEETING DATE, TIME AND TOPICS
Monday, September 28th, 7:00 P.M.
La Quinta Middle School Multi -Purpose Room
TOPICS: 1. Community Park - North
Development Phases and Costs;
2. Election of Chair and Vice Chair;
3. Report on P&R Master Plan
Study Session w/Council; Golden Handshake
4. New Leaf Awards
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
ie Harvest of Waness (HO
Foundfion
91 Monroe Street, Suite 10 • Indio, CA 92201 • Phone (619) 347.8440
August 25, 1992
Stanley Sniff, Council Member
City of La Quinta
P.O. Box 1504
La Quints, CA 92253
Dear Mr. Sniff,
The Board of Directors of the Harvest of Wellness (HOW) Foundation has asked me to
write to you to express their concern about the selection criteria for Community
Service grants from the City of La Quinta established by the City Council. The
HOW Foundation recently applied for a Community Services grant for the Sexual
Assault Services (Rape Crisis) program, and was turned down because the program is
not physically located in the City.
The Board of Directors feels that the requirement that grantees for La Quints.
Community Services grants be physically based in La Quinta could create an insular
environment, with an attitude that problems occuring in La Quinta must be dealt
with by agencies based in La Quinta. Carrying this attitude to its logical
conclusion, one could anticipate rape crisis centers in each Coachella Valley
city, each refusing to help residents of any other area. Alternatively, if La
Quints. chose not to provide funds to the Valley -wide rape crisis center, La Quinta
residents would be excluded from service. While these scenarios might seem
extreme, they could be the consequence of cities declining to help social service
agencies not based within their city limits.
Since the beginning of this Fiscal Year seven weeks ago, Sexual Assault Services
has provided assistance to five rape or child sexual abuse survivors who
identified themselves as living in La Quinta. Our monthly Board meetings are held
at the La Quinta Hotel. All three of our staff members, as well as two Board
members, live in La Quints. For over a year, our Counselor drove to La Quints
every week, picked up a 15 year old rape survivor, drove her to our free rape
survivors counseling group in Rancho Mirage, and returned her home. If the need
arises, we provide counseling to clients in their homes in La Quints and other
areas. Our volunteer counselors, eight of whom are La Quinta residents, will be
available every night and every weekend this year to accompany a La Quints woman
who has been raped to the emergency room for her exam, or to talk by phone with a
La Quinta woman who is afraid to go to sleep because of the nightmares of her
rape.
The Board of Directors joins me in the hope that you will reconsider your funding
criteria for the next Fiscal Year, and will evaluate applications based on whether
or not the application is from a reputable organization providing services in the
City.
Sincerely,
Ma B. ranklin
Executive Director
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CITY OF LA QUINTA
MEMORANDUM
To: Community Services Commission j
From: Clint Bohlen, Parks and Recreation Manager/
Date: September 8, 1992
Subj: City Manager's Gang Task Force - Item V.1.
On Tuesday, August 11, the City Manager met with the Assistant City Manager, the Police Chief,
the Building and Safety Director and the Parks and Recreation Manager, and decided to create a
City Manager's Gang Task Force to be composed of City staff and a representative from business,
the elementary and middle schools, and Community Action Team member.
The purpose of the task force is to focus the city efforts in combating the gang issue, and to
develop an action plan for the City of La Quinta, to be presented to the Council as early as
October. Finally, the findings of the task force, in the form of an action plan, will be implemented
as resources are made available.
An preliminary study has been completed by staff, and has been presented to the Council within
the next week. The study looks at current efforts going on within the City, and surveys other
cities and agencies to ascertain what measures are being implemented in other areas, and what in
turn might work in La Quinta.
The first Gang Task Force meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 9.
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CITY OF LA QUINTA
MEMORANDUM
o: Murray Warden, City Manager
rom: Clint Bohlen, Parks and Recreation Manager
late: August 18, 1992
ubj: City Manager's Gang Task Force Preliminary Study Report
be attached is a Report prepared for the City Council for their review. The Report is divided up
uo three sections: City of La Quinta Anti -gang Efforts by the City ofLa QuintA which is a
ynopsis of where we are currently, and what areas still need to be addressed; the Background for
Jnderstanding Gangs is an overview of the gang problem in general, and in La Quinta specifically,
s well as how we might consider approaching the issue in La Quinta in light of how other cities
re generally approaching the problem. Finally, there is an Appendix which evaluates other
genies programs, and outlines the main elements of those programs.
'he concept of the City staff Task Force with participation of related agencies (school, business,
ierhaps even churches) is a proven method of developing and implementing an action plan, which
what I believe to be the goal of the Task Force. I have outlined the Purpose and Process of the
'ask Force below, which I believe to be in the spirit of your intent in creating the Task Force.
'uroose of the Gang Task Force
Bring to focus the efforts of all concerned groups
Insure communication occurs among all interested, affected and involved parties
Evaluate current programs, and examine successful programs of other agencies for
implementation in La Quinta
Consider cooperative ventures with other agencies
'rocess
Identify all aspects of the gang problem in La Quinta
Evaluate what efforts are being made by all agencies within the City
Consider the "gaps" which may exist in addressing the gang problem
Develop an action plan or policy for the City of La Quinta which includes evaluation criteria
Implement the plan
Document efforts being made as a result of implementing the plan, and evaluate based on
criteria developed
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Existing Anti -gang Efforts by the City of La Quinta
There are many programs and actions that the City may consider implementing. The City of La
Quinta has instituted several elements of the programs discussed later in this report. For example:
1. The City is embarking on a Citizens on Patrol Program on the weekends, with the assistance of
the Building and Safety Director.
2. A graffiti ordinance is in effect, though it could be toughened up a bit to include a shorter
duration for removal.
3. The school district is in the process of creating a "Safe School Policy". This will be presented
for review at a later date.
4. The Community Action Team is an ad hoc committee created by parents to address gang
issues.
The following are elements that could be included in a City Action Plan are:
1. A Community Pohcina elan created by the ire (ch. er;sfs Department). This plan would
involve police officers developing relationships with the citizens within their regular patrol routes
for the purpose of soliciting community involvement in the law enforcement process. Practically
speaking this may entail officers getting out of their cars, and walking up to homes and
introducing themselves, or walking through the local park system, or producing a regular article
with pictures of the officers in the local newsletter, etc. The idea is to develop a relationship with
the community which hopefully opens up doors in the crime prevention effort.
2. A Gana Officer and School Resource Offi be ed anel public' The
Riverside County Sheriffs Office, which is responsible for law enforcement in La Quints, has
worked with the schools in La Quinta in presenting law enforcement messages on gangs and
graffiti. The program needs to be formalized and publicized, so that parents become aware of this
valuable resource and the people who hold these positions. The Gang Officer handles the gang
related cases, and coordinates law enforcement efforts in combating gangs. The School Resource
Officer conducts regular workshops with kids at elementary and middle school relating to gangs
and graffiti, and related issues.
3. Better marketing of existing¢rsma lleim re >.�+ h tip. Although there are several
Programs for youth in La Quinta, the marketing of these programs could be improved. Currently
the three leisure providers for youth - Boys and Girls Club, Coachella Valley Recreation and Park
District, and the YMCA - depend upon flyers to kids at school to get the word out. Staff
suggests that the City coordinate a quarterly recreation brochure, at City expense, and get the
word out to the parents. This brochure could be used to effectively inform all members of the
community regarding workshops on parent training, gangs issues, etc.
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Suggestions
4. Innovative Leisure Programming. Staff suggested early in the budget process that an
environmental club be started for kids which emphasized wilderness experiences and field trips
focusing on "lightweight" science and the environment.
A mentor program could be established where kids without a dad are linked with a good role
model volunteer to assist the young person in making life decisions, providing direction and
advice, and sharing in leisure activities.
Activities such as rugby, blacksmithing, welding, modern dance, drama, jewelry making, and
many others could be offered to young people as alternatives to other, more traditional programs
and activities.
5. A Youth Diversion Program. A youth diversion program (YDP) consists of a panel of two to
three law enforcement and counselor persons who assign youth law violators to work projects or
programs which are restitutional in nature. Kids who have specific misdemeanors or infractions
are processed to the Youth Diversion Board, who review the case and decide if the child is
appropriate for the program, or if the case should be sent on to Probation and then onto a hearing.
The child who is in the YDP is assigned community work restitution, or may even work directly
for the person or business which they offended.
6. COODeration of D.A.'s office to prosecute any and all Rang related incidents in La Quints. The
D.A.'s office currently has a gang unit in Riverside, but a felony has to be committed in order for
the case to be referred to the unit. Additionally, the local D.A.'s office is not particularly
interested in prosecuting non -felony cases. A system needs to be established whereby any gang
case is prosecuted, which in turns tells kids that gang affiliation means trouble.
7. Community involvement on a broad -scale level. The citizens of La Quinta need to be educated
about the existing problem and the potential hazards if gangs flourish in our city. Then their
cooperation needs to be sought, in terms of particpating in programs such as Neighborhood
Watch (designated block captains, regular meetings with each other and law enforcement updates)
and citizen patrol program (we have C.O.P.P.S.), and also in reporting suspected crimes or
reporting gang affilition or activity (intelligence).
8. Parenting classes offered. especially to parents of at -risk children. Parenting classes are being
offered on a limited basis in and around La Quinta, but the publication of these classes needs to
occur.
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Suggestions
9. Method of identifying at risk wann_a beand gang affiliated yob*h. A method needs to be
established for classifying kids as at -risk, or gang prone. This allows us to direct our resources to
kids who are leaning toward an unhealthy ►ifesytle. The end approach here would be to simply
Provide some counseling and alternatives. Ultimately it is the parents responsibility to raise and
direct a child. Ages 10-15 are very difficult periods for a child to begin learning how to make
healthy decisions.
10. Church cooperation needs to besought. Churches can be excellent resources from many
angles. First, they typically have people who care about others in their congregations.
Consequently, they are a good source of caring volunteers. Secondly, churches are usually
interested in community outreach, and are open to allowing some types of facility use, perhaps for
youth meetings, activities, or parent training classes, as well as serving as a meeting place for
Marion, AA, NA, and other support groups (including victims of abuse, etc).
I I. DOW needs to be addressed. Patents and the community at large cannot pretend that a gang
problem doesn't exist in the community, it does, whether anyone likes it or not. And it needs to
be publicized and then dealt with effectively.
12. Utili7e_commyry oraa�»A�ons in clMM" up g a. Graffiti can be cleaned up by service
clubs and community groups by sponsoring competitions between groups on a quarterly basis in
the form of community cleanup or paint -out days. At this point we are able to control graffiti
weekly. We could still examine using a non-profit or service club - perhaps senior volunteers - to
clean up the graffiti using a city vehicle and supplies.
13. Healft Families Dom. The City could sponsor healthy family fairs where local sports,
church, and human service organizations could provide materials to the community, on what they
have to offer to families.
There are several other suggestions which could be made, and the programs discussed earlier in
this report contain many good ideas which could be considered. Staff would like to suggest a
concept that would address La Quints gang problems, and may assist other communities in the
process.
Future Recommendadoms
A Valley task force could be created which focuses on gang problems and a pooling of resources
to fund the fight against gangs. La Quinta may have difficulty in funding personnel needed in the
gang prevention effort. Perhaps a valley -wide anti -gang unit could be created, which would
divide their time between cities based on referrals from public service agencies, and bill the
various cities based on caseload.
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Future Recommendations
Gang officers, school resource officers, probation and prosecutors could be funded from this
pooling of resources. Perhaps this program could be a three year pilot.
At the very heart of the gang issue is the need to not only strengthen the family, but to encourage
parents to take a greater interest in the lives of their children. When reviewing the assumptions
stated in this report, it becomes apparent that the place where the character qualities for
effectively steering a child away from gang affiliation are produced are in the nurture of the
family, and fall squarely on the shoulders of parents. Unfortunately, the City has few options in
addressing the need for stronger, healthier families.
This is where perhaps the churches and parental educators are crucial in the prevention equation.
This is all to say that the City may be unable to solve the fundamental, core prevention problem,
and may simply have to take the role of field medic, which is still an admirable vocation.
There are many methods of addressing gangs. Gilroy has been recognized for their success,
which they measure by incidents of graffiti, arrests of gang members, attitudes of parents and kids
toward gang affiliation, etc. La Quinta should minimally be involved in data collection at this
point, and should begin to formulate a City Plan for addressing gangs. Now is the time. If this
community waits any longer, we will have a permanent gang problem.
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Background
Gangs have been around for many years, in the sense that youth have banded together and formed
loose -knit clubs for social purposes, and more often than not to fulfill basic needs among youth:
personal security and acceptance.
The deterioration of the family, combined with our culture's declining value of life and property
are often cited as leading factors in the increase in gang affiliation by youth. Also, it is implied
that there are fewer vocational opportunities for the youth of today, especially underclass youth
from Minorities but also for Caucasian youth. It would all seem to add up to a very &castrating,
bleak - even hopeless and depressing - future for the youth of our society.
The reasons cited are many and complex, and beg to each be addressed. However, it is also true
that gangs have become more vandal, more violent and increasingly a general public safety and
health concern for the entire community.
La Quinta has begun to see its youth involved in this dangerous activity. The La Quinta Locos is
the name of the local gang operating primarily out of several homes in the Cove area in La Quinta.
In Lieutenant Denver Pkbnan's memorandum to Captain Ron Dye dated May 20, 1992 which
addressed gang issues in La Quinta, Lt. Pittman stated that:
"La Quinta has not had as many gang problems or acts of violence as Indio
or Cathedral City, but the potential is there. The La Quinta Locos have been
involved in shootings with Coachella 52 and Barrio Cathedral City gangs, as
witnessed in the shooting on November 16, 1991. One of the gang members
involved in that shooting was recently found murdered near the Indian reservation
in Barming."
It would seem that La Quints is sitting in the throes of the pull for our youth to either reject gang
membership as a concept and/or reality, or to be fully embroiled in the gang culture and mentality.
La Quinta therefore is in an excellent position to begin addressing the problem from a proactive
rather than a reactive stance.
Staff has studied gang prevention approaches of several other cities, and has found that there are
similarities in the approaches, perhaps based on the very assumptions that lead to the solutions
suggested. Some of the assumptions have been noted above, but it is imperative that assumptions
and predisposed conclusions be aired and discussed prior to suggesting solutions.
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Background
This activity is probably best conducted in task force or commission settings with various sources
being asked to comment on the whys and hows of gang affiliation. And a direct approach should
be considered, even inviting gang members and families to discuss, either privately or publicly
with the task force or a committee of the task force, the reasons for gang affiliation, and the
answer to the question of how to invite members to divest themselves of this destructive lifestyle.
For discussions sake, and as a lead in to a review of current trends in dealing with gang related
problems, assumptions have been developed as a foundation in addressing gang and at -risk youth
problems.
Our assumptions are developed as a result of staff research, and are based primarily on two
sources: a National Recreation and Parks Association publication's article entitled "Gang
Prevention and Recreation Services" in the March 1992 issue of "Parks and Recreation", and the
article written by sociologist Pamela J. Robinson -Young; and the City of Gilroy Police
Department's Gang Information Packet, based on a program which netted the City of Gilroy the
Helen Putnam Award from the League of California Cities and which was developed largely by
Corporal Joe Ramirez.
The assumptions are:
I. 77W gang membership is a progressive process. Youth begin by generally living
located in an area where gang membership is accepted among some of their peers.
These kids are classified as "at -risk".
The next step toward gang affiliation is expressing themselves as a "warms -be". This
takes the form of wearing clothing of the style typical of a gangster, perhaps using some of
the language pattern or style of gang members, maybe getting tattoos, doodling on paper
or other surfaces with the subject being gang symbols or graffiti associated with a gang.
Finally, a youth is "jumped -in", or initiated into the gang if the youth is acceptable to the
general membership and leadership.
2. That youth become afidiated with gangs for self worth and a sense ofbeioagfng.
Youth in general have a need to belong to a group because of their natural, normal
insecurities. If the culture in which they exist is one where gangs are prevalent, and if
peer pressure is affective on a particular young person, they may view gangs with more
acceptance as a means to meet the need.
It has been postulated that some youth don't know how destructive gang affiliation can be.
This may be true only if the gang is known to be a low-key association, rather than having
a reputation for violence and criminal acts.
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Background
However, given the wide publication of gang -related violence, both in the news and in the
Hollywood portrayals of gang life, and the general knowledge of gang culture among
urban dwelling youth, it is often difficult to Comprehend the lack of understanding on the
part of a warms -be or at -risk youth. What may be true is that gang life has been distorted
by the media, sometimes even glprified, especially in the movies.
3. That there ere several envitonmcntel factors ptescat m the life ofan at-riaklad
which sets him/her up for bwwa like/y caadrdete forgWmemberah*. The following
is a fist of these factors:
Family Culture: Stressful home life; low parental education; low parental
expectations of child; limited English speaking home, abuse/neglect; ineffective
parenting; permissive truancy.
Community Related: Lack of community support services; lack of overall
community support; incidence of any criminal behavior by child; lack of school
activities after school; lack of recreation facilities, high transient population;
lack of youth employment opportunities.
Personal Risk: Low motivation; low education and occupation personal
expectations; low self esteem; drug or alcohol abuse; conflicting vahms.
School Environ_mmrt: Low teacher expectation; poor academic environment;
conflict between school and home; lack of education option (vocational versus
Purely academic); lack of student responsibility and accountability, lack of an
effective disciplinary system.
The above are the most common assumptions for gang membership as discussed by police
sociologists, probation officials, and school counselors and administrators in the articles reviewed
and information presented in interviews conducted by staff.
The next phase of this report is looking at other city's programs and approaches to gang
problems. Staff interviewed gang prevention CBO (community based organization) staff and
other city's staff and reviewed several articles on gang culture and anti -gang programs. Also, staff
has been intimately involved in addressing this issue in the past, having been the manager of the
youth services division of the City of West Sacramento, which was responsible for gang
prevention and youth diversion, as well as staff liaison to the Mayor's Drug and Gang Task Force.
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Background
The following cities were reviewed for informational purposes: (in California) Menlo Park, Los
Angeles, Woodland, Gilroy, Vallejo, Highland, Monrovia, San Fernando, West Sacramento,
Tracy, and Coachella Valley cities. In other regions of the country, staff looked at model
programs in Detroit, New York State Department of Youth, West Dallas, TY, Columbus, Ohio,
Portland, OR and Miami, FL.
Proomm Review of Other Cities and Agpcies
Several cities have initiated gang prevention programs in the last five years. All of the programs
are based on similar assumptions, and most programs have similar structure and approach. The
three common elements in anti -gang programs are: prevention, intervention and suppression.
Prevention
The first is a focus on education. Prevention involves designating an individual, whether they be
civilian or police officer, as the gang prevention officer for the community. This individual's role
can be made up of the following:
- contacts the schools, and sets up presentations for elementary and middle school grades
- designs topics and format for these presentations, focusing on the negatives of gang
affiliation, and the positives of being your own person
- establishes relationships with kids identified as "at -risk", and known gang members with
the purpose of creating trust, appreciation and understanding
- works with community resources (human service agencies, recreation providers,
churches, community leaders, parents, etc.) to educate and rally support for
the prevention officer and each respective program provider
Intervention
The second involves a cooperative approach of sometimes several agencies in redirecting "at -risk"
youth, or confronting gang members with the reality of their gang affiliation and behavior. The
intervention system can take on the following dimensions:
typically a uniformed police officer will assume the role of intervention agent for the
city or school district
their role is to perform home visitation to known gang members, wanna-be's and at -risk
kids with the purpose of explaining to the parents and the kids what is at stake if
the affiliation or activity continues
if a diversion program is desired by the municipality, a youth diversion program can be
instituted whereby violations of infractions or misdemeanors result in local
restitution, work camp assignment, or community service of some type
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Background
Suppression
The final stage, gang suppression, will involve cooperation of criminal justice agencies with local
officials in addressing each and every offense committed by suspected or confirmed gang
members.
- cooperation from the local D.A.'s office is imperative
- a gang intervention officer and a designated attorney in the D.A.'s office will consistently
work together to prosecute cam involving minors affiliated with gangs
- gang files are created and maintained on individual members
- intelligence collection and infiltration into gangs becomes prime goals
All of the above activities are generally conducted in concert with each other, though some cities
have chose one approach, probably based on resources available. Communication regarding
cases of individuals are discussed on a regular basis between the gang prevention officer, and the
gang intervention officer, as well as the prosecutor.
The overal noel is to create an eyimnment where Mmit Affiliation becomes leas and leas
attractive to more and more kids Alternatives and education are key to the prevention effort, and
this responsibility cannot be ignored, delegated, or contracted away.
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Other Cities
APPENDIX
Other Cities Programs
Gilroy Gang Suppression Program
The City of Gilroy received the Helen Putnam Award from the League of California Cities for
their innovative and comprehensive gang program, which was initiated by the police chief.
Highlights of the Gilroy program were:
1. Gang suppression was made the top priority of the police department. A catchall case number
was established for any and all gang related incidents. All incidents were documented. The entire
department was called on to assist in the identification of gang members.
2. The police chief worked with the school district to establish a task force consisting of all
elements of the youth public service network. The task force assisted in establishing a school
district -wide policy concerning the handling of gang related problems.
3. The police department established a school resource officer position, who handled all referrals
from the district. This individual became a case manager, and made regular home visits to at -risk
and gang member kids.
4. County Probation and the District Attomey s office agreed to have all gang related
cases referred to the Gang Suppression Unit within the County.
5. NOTE: IT CANNOT BE STRESSED ENOUGH THAT THE AVAILABILITY OF AN
ATTORNEY FROM THE D.A.'s OFFICE TO HANDLE GANG RELATED CASES,
REGARDLESS OF STATUS, IS ESSENTIAL IN COMBATING GANGS. (Several individuals
and articles stated this opinion as staff performed research.)
6. Cooperation from the business community was sought in removing graffiti within 24-48 hours
from their structures.
7. Service organizations were r' ached to support the program by providing financial assistance
for youth leisure programs and as volunteers for anti -gang programs.
8.. Traditional treatment of gangs.was viewed as minimally successful. A community policing
program was initiated.
9. A Probation Officer was assigned to specifically deal with gang issues in Gilroy.
10. City and school district had a goal to remove graffiti within the same day it was reported.
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Other Cities
West Sacramento Gang Task Force Recommendations
The City of West Sacramento found that they were experiencing increased gang related problems
of violence and property damage by local and nationally recognized gangs. The Task Force was
established by the Mayor to investigate the gang problems, and to suggest to the Council methods
of addressing the problems.
1. The Council was called on to allocate fimds for recreational facilities, as the City had very little
to offer the youth in terms of indoor, large recreational facilities which could accommodate
popular teen activities.
2. Job training programs were called for using Redevelopment Agency funds.
3. A graffiti ordinance was to be implemented.
4. A second youth counselor was to be recruited for the expansion of the youth services division's
youth diversion and gang prevention program.
5. A youth officer and a gang officer were to be recruited by the police department.
6. The police department was encouraged to visit the homes of at risk and gang affiliated youth,
and discuss with parents the problems their child is experiencing. Police were also to create a
gang unit which would handle all gang related issues, as well as educate the department's
personnel and school district personnel about gang issues.
7. Parks and Community Services Department was called on to expand programs to youth,
especially during hours where trouble occurs (weekends, late night).
8. The school district was called on to establish an educational component in cooperation with
the police department, and to also create a district policy regarding gang graffiti, clothing, and
insignia The District was called on to create a parent education curriculum, including parenting
skills, family communication, and gang awareness.
9. A monthly meeting of a committee was to be held including police, school, parks and
recreation, church, media, Chamber, neighborhood associations, and probation department
personnel to inform each other of progress and incidents regarding gangs.
10. Businesses were asked to participate in an adopt -a -school program to sponsor activities for
school kids. The media was called on to assist by publicizing progressive programs and activities
for children, and to not glorify or "play -up" gangs.
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Other Cities
Tracy Community Gang Task Force Final Report
The City of Tracy established the Tracy Community Gang Task Force act as a forum for
coordinating the collection of information, informing the community, and recommending action to
be taken by the City. The following is a summary of a series of Action Plans the Task Force
created.
Police Action Plan
1. Establish a procedure for identifying gang members.
2. Enforce laws relating to crimes committed by gang members.
3. Assist in the development of a community wide prevention program.
4. Provide training to police officers, school district personnel and the community on gangs.
5. Accumulate and maintain data on gang related crime and incidents.
6. Refer youth to counseling and diversion program as appropriate.
7. Participate in community outreach program (community policing).
8. Seek prosecution of graffiti artists.
9. Assist is establishing an early age (elementary and middle school) anti -gang education program
at local schools.
10. Assist the establishment of a Neighborhood Watch program.
Neighbor Het iinng Neighbor QLM Program Action Plan
1. Assign a city staff person 30% time to coordinate this program.
2. Instruct the community in how to recognize gang related behavior and activities, and how to
report such behavior and incidents to police.
3. Create a pool of volunteer Block Captains and members to be called on for community
patrolling. Create a "watch patrol', both in cars and on foot.
4. Develop a news letter and a regular meeting schedule of volunteers.
5. Equip NHN with an updated resource list.
Recreation Action Plan
1. Provide recreation activities targeting at risk youth.
2. Coordinate all agencies who are potential or actual service providers to at risk youth.
3. Pursue funding for alternative recreation programming and necessary transportation.
4. Insure recreational facilities are located within area where at risk children reside.
5. Locate human service providers for youth at recreation center.
6. Sponsor teen only programs.
7. Dedicate a Recreation Supervisor to at risk activities.
8. Use funding from several sources: CDBG, General Fund, and write grants.
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Other Cities
Tracy included several other, more minor Action Plans, including Counseling, Jobs for Youth, and
Graffiti Removal Action Plans.
Several other cities and agencies have found success in programs formulated to prevent or
suppress gang activities. Some of those programs are;
1. Youth Diversion Program, Woodland, CA This program funnels kids with misdemeanors
back to the police department Youth Diversion Program, where they are typically assigned
community service time. A youth counselor and a youth officer are the administrators of this
Program who conduct the hearings with parent and child, and assign the child to restitution.
2. Exall Alternative Recreation Programs, West Dallas, TX Provides outreach program to at
risk kids and wanna-be's and exposes kids to mountain climbing, camping, and projects in a
wilderness setting.
3. Vallejo Community Policing Program, Vallejo, CA. Goat is to improve overall quality of life
for city residents. Acknowledges citizens tight and responsibility to participate in the law
enforcement process. Daily, out of the car contact is encouraged by police administrators.
Neighborhood Watch and Youth Diversion Program started as a part of the community policing
concept. Hoped to address gangs with greater community participation.
4. City of Highland, CA and San Bemadino Sheriffs Department Community poking. Similar to
the Vallejo and Portland, Oregon programs. Deputies go through a victim/citim perspective
training. Encourages deputies to establish relationships with the communities in which they
regularly work. Deputies are treated as an extension of the community service provider network.
Uses program to identify gang members, and as an intelligence source. Community highly
supportive.
5. City of Monrovia, CA Community Activist Policing. Similar approach to gangs as #3 and 4
above.
6. City of San Fernando, CA. Instituted an urgency ordinance preventing gang members from
entering public facilities. Police patrol community on foot as well as in can. Park employees
work odd shifts to control graffiti and any possible gang problems. Proactive vs. response
oriented approach to law enforcement. Remove graffiti within 24 hours. Conduct community
clean-ups and graffiti removal with residents as volunteers. Neighborhood Watch established.
7. New York State Department of Youth. Found it costs $85,000 per year to care for a juvenile
inmate. Used therapeutic recreation as an outreach to at risk kids.
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Other Cities
8. Youth Restitution Program, Detroit Recreation Department. Wrote and received grant funds
to conduct alternative recreation programs and restitution programs, including community service
projects, working at community recreation centers, and assisting police in large public events
security.
9. Community Reclamation Project, Los Angeles, CA Created a network of agencies to assist at
risk lids in avoiding gangs (counseling, job placernent, family conflict resolution). Started a
Neighborhood Watch program. Graffiti removal program.
The City of Coachella has been experiencing some success with their anti -gang program, which is
educational in mature. Columbus, Ohio and Miami, FL have both instituted direct outreach
programs to gang members and at risk youth through both group therapy session~ and creating
alternative associations for youth.
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CITY OF LA QUINTA
MEMORANDUM
To: Community Services Commission
From: Clint Bohlen, Parks and Recreation Manager
Date: September 14, 1992
Subj: Commission's in other Cities/CAPRCBM Conference Potential Attendees
Item V.2.
The following is a list of commissions and boards for the Coachella Valley cities. Staff would like
the Commission's direction on what specific commissions and board should be contacted for
possible participation in the CAPRCBM Academy Training.
Cathedra/ City
Architectural Review Committee
Board of Appeals
Mobile Homes Commission
Parks and Recreation Commission
Planning Commission
Transportation and Streets Commission
Coachella
Planning Commission
Desert Hot Spriaps
Parks and Recreation Commission
Planning Commission
Indian Wells
Arts in Public Places Commission
Cove Community Services Commission
Indian Wells in Neighborhoods Commission
(Disaster -oriented)
Planning Commission
Indio
Commission on Aging
Human Relations Commission
Mobile Homes Fair Practices Commission
Planning Commission
Palm Desert
Architectural Review Commission
Building Board of Appeals
Civic Arts Committee
Parks and Recreation Commission
Planning Commission
Rent Review Commission
Pahn Spriaes
Airport Commission
Convention Center Commission
Economic Development Commission
Parks and Recreation Commission
Planning Commission
Public Arts Commission
Rent Review Commission
CITY OF LA QUINTA
MEMORANDUM
To: Community Services Commission
From: Clint Bohlen, Parks and Recreation Manager
Date: September 14, 1992
Subj: Appointment of a Legislative Watch Person - Item VI. A.1.
Staff previously presented the concept of a Legislative Watch person who would assist in the
tracking of parks and recreation, human service, and culture and arts legislative activities and
information of interest to the Commission and the City.
It was suggested that B.J. Seaton may be interested in this activity. A decision was delayed until
Ms. Seaton returned to Commission activities.
CITY OF LA QUINTA
MEMORANDUM
To: Community Services Commission /
From: Clint Bohlen, Parks and Recreation Manager
Date: September 14, 1992 '
Subj: Review of Proposed Commission Manual (Draft) - Item Vk.A-2.
Attached please find a draft Commission Manual. Please review the manual and comment as to
the content, structure and materials included with the manual.
CITY OF LA QUINTA
MEMORANDUM
To: Community Services Commission
From: Clint Bohlen, Parks and Recreation Manager
Date: September 14, 1992
Subj: T.I. Maloney/Fritz Burns Community Park Development - Item VI.C.I.
Please find the new design development plan and the associated costs for the Fritz Burns Park
project. This will be the final review by the Commission before sending the design onto the City
Council with the Commission's recommendation.
A recommendation is requested following this evening's review.
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UNIT TOTJ
ESCRIPTION QTY. UNIT COST COST
iEMOLITION AND CLEARING
CLEAR AND GRUB 168424 S.F. $0.05 $8,
1ITE FEATURES
PICNIC TABLE (COATED METAL)
TRASH RECEPTACLE
TRASH ENCLOSURE GATES
TRASH ENCLOSURE
TREE WELLS
TREE GRATE 4'
DRINKING FOUNTAIN (HANDICAP)
BENCH - COATED METAL
BIKE RACK (RB-05-IG)
BLEACHERS ARBOR
MONUMENT SIGN
MALLS/FENCES
RETAINING WALL 6'
IRON FENCING (6' POOL)
LXRDSCAPE
MOWSTRIP 6"
CONC. CURB 6" (PKG.)
CURB/GUTTER (PKG-)
WHEELCHAIR RAMP (CURB CUT)
CONCRETE PAVING - 4"
COLORED/STAMPED CONCRETE
ASPHALT PAVING (2.5")
W/SEAL COAT
8" AGGREGATE BASE
A/C "SLURRY SEAL"
CONCRETE BLEACHERS
4
EACH
$850.00
$3
4
EACH
$400.00
$1
1
EACH
$1,800.00
$1
ALLOW
$10,000.00
$10
10
EACH
$150.00
$1
10
EACH
$450.00
$4
1
EACH
$1,000.00
$1
8
EACH
$500.00
$4
1
EACH
$450.00
3330
S.F.
$20.00
$66
1
EACH
$2,500.00
$2
95
L.F.
$125.00
$11
680
L.F.
$16.00
$10
50
L.F.
$6.00
385
L.F.
$10.00
$3
385
L.F.
$15.00
$5
3
EACH
$200.00
1115
L.F.
$2.00
$2
2976
S.F.
$5.00
$14
29595
S.F.
$0.50
$14
29595
S.F.
$0.20
$1
29595
S.F.
$0.20
$e
450
L.F.
$30.00
$11
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MARK SCIONEAUX
UNIT TOTA
:SCRIPTION QTY. UNIT COST COST
►NDSCAPING
SOIL PREP/FINE GRADING
47552
S.F.
$0.18
$8,
S1,
WEED ABATEMENT
90 DAY MAINTENANCE PERIOD
47552
47552
S.F.
S.F.
$0.03
$0.06
$2,
TREES (36" BOX)
10
20
EACH
EACH
$575.00
$250.00
$5,
$50
TREES (24" BOX)
TREES (15 GAL)
20
EACH
$85.00
$10
PHOENIX DACTYLIFERA (10')
18
45
EACH
EACH
$600.00
$200.00
$10,
$9,
PHOENIX DACTYLIFERA-RELOCATE
100
EACH
$14.00
$1,
SHRUBS (5 GAL)
SHRUBS (1 GAL) G.C. 5' O.C.
770
EACH
$3,
VINES (15 GAL)
10
10
EACH
EACH
$$5.00 .00
$5.00
VINES (1 GAL)
TURF HYDROSEED
48855
S.F.
$0.05
$2,
RRIGATION/ WATER
2"
1
EACH
$2,500.00
$2,
WATER METER
BACKFLOW PREVENTER
1
EACH
$2,00.00
$2,
AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION SYSTEM
68117
S.F.
$0.65
$44,
SMALL AREAS
MOISTURE SENSORS
ALLOW
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
$1,
$1,
DOMESTIC BACKFLOW
1
1
EACH
EACH
$2,000.00
$2,
CONTROLLER
IGHTING/ ELECTRICAL
SERVICE/MAIN SWITCHBOARD
1
ALLOW
$15,000
$15
$10
SECURITY WALKWAY/LIGHTS
5
2�
EACH
$2,000.00
g500.00
$1
PARK SIGN LIGHTS
7
EACH
$2,500.00
$17
PARKING LOT LIGHTS
;RADING/ DRAINAGE
ALLOW
$10,000.00
$10
GRADING
2
EACH
51,000.00
$2
CATCH BASIN
6" DRAINLINE (C.M.P.)
60
L.F.
$12.00
IISCELLANEOUS ALLOW $1,000.00 $1
CURB PAINT/STRIPING
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DEVELOPMENT OPTION 1 MARK SCIONEAUX
PROJECT / 911139
UNIT TOTA
ESCRIPTION QTY. UNIT COST COST
OOL
25Y x 25M POOL W/WADING
RECREATION SLIDE
RCHITECTURE
AQUATICS BLDG.
EQUIPMENT & STORAGE BUILDINGS
ALLOW $539,200.00 $539,
ALLOW $85,000.00 $851
2500 S.F. $130.00 $325,
1000 S.F. $75.00 $75,
--------------------------------
** SUBTOTAL
** 10.00% CONTINGENCY $1384
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** GRAND TOTAL
$1,522,
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ESTIMATE
BY: RONAELE WOLF
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DEVELOPMENT OPTION
2
PROJECT 0 911139
UNIT
TOTAI
:SCRIPTION
QTY.
UNIT
COST
COST
,MOLITION AND CLEARING
ALLOW
$10,000.00
$10,(
DEMO 2 TENNIS COURTS
)NSTRUCTION
PLAY GROUND
ALLOW
$50,000.00
$50,1
PLAY EQUIPMENT
PLAY AREA CONC CURB 1211x30"
695
L.F.
$22.50
$1511
$30,1
10000
S.F.
$3.00
FIBAR
SUMP (6' DEEP x 4' DIA.)
4
EACH
$500.00
$17.50
32.E
$50,
PLAY MAZE FENCING
310
L.F.
ALLOW
$34,000.00
$34,1
TEN PLUS
ASKETBALL
BASKETBALL COURT - HALF CTS.
2842
$1,6$4.00
$$1,
POLE, RIM, ETC.
ALLOW
.00
ITE FEATURES
PICNIC TABLE (COATED METAL)
4
EACH
.
$85000
;30 85
0.00
$3,
$30,
PICNIC SHELTER - 30 SQUARE
2
ALLOW
EACH$000.00
$
BAR-B-Q GRILL - DOOLBE
2
EACH
$600.00
$1,
GAME TABLE
4
EACH
$400.00
$1,
TRASH RECEPTACLE
DRINKING FOUNTAIN (HANDICAP)
1
EACH
$1,000.00
$500.00
;1,
$2,
BENCH - COATED METAL
5
EACH
FALLS/FENCES
SEAT WALL 18" S.F.B.
60 L.F. $38.00 $20
iARDSCAPE 1115 L.F. $200 $2,
CONCRETE PAVING - 4" .
COLORED/STAMPED CONCRETE 2976 S.F. $5.00 $14,
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PROJECT 0 911139
UNIT TOT
)ESCRIPTION QTY. UNIT COST COS
,ANDSCAPING
SOIL PREP/FINE GRADING
13000
S.F.
$0.18
$2
WEED ABATEMENT
13000
S.F.
$0.03
90 DAY MAINTENANCE PERIOD
13000
S.F.
$0.06
TREES (36" BOX)
10
EACH
$575.00
V
TREES (24" BOX)
10
EACH
$250.00
$2
TREES (15 GAL)
10
EACH
$85.00
V
PHOENIX DACTYLIFERA 009
6
EACH
$600.00
SHRUBS (5 GAL)
50
EACH
$14.00
SHRUBS (1 GAL) G.C. 5' O.C.
197
EACH
$5.00
TURF HYDROSEED
3371
S.F.
$0.05
IRRIGATION/ WATER
AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION SYSTEM
8294
S.F.
$0.65
$!
SMALL AREAS
MOISTURE SENSORS
ALLOW
$500.00
LIGHTING/ ELECTRICAL
SECURITY WALKWAY/LIGHTS
4
EACH
$2,000.00
$1
PALY AREA LIGHTS
2
EACH
$2,000.00
$4
GRADING/ DRAINAGE
2000
C.Y.
$3.25
$I
GRADING
CATCH BASIN
1
EACH
$1000.00
$'
*** SUBTOTAL
$26;
*** 10.00% CONTINGENCY
$2
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PROJECT N 911139
UNIT TO'1
)ESCRIPTION QTY. UNIT COST COS
)EMOLITION AND CLEARING
CLEAR AND GRUB 215923 S.F. $0.05 $1a
rENNIS
TENNIS COURTS (2)
13900
S.F.
$2.15
$25
TENNIS FENCE 0 0')
550
L.F.
$18.00
$5
TENNIS GATE (8')
4
EACH
$175.00
TENNIS HARDWARE (PER COURT)
2
EACH
$400.00
COURT SIGNS
8
EACH
$175.00
$1
EXISTING COURT REPAIRS
ALLOW
$20,000.00
$2(
VIEWING STANDS
660
L.F.
$30.00
$15
SITE FEATURES
PICNIC TABLE (COATED METAL)
2
EACH
$850.00
$1
PICNIC TABLE PAD-4" CONCRETE
1000
S.F.
$2.75
Si
BAR-B-Q GRILL - DOUBLE
2
EACH
$470.00
GAME TABLE
2
EACH
$600.00
$1
TRASH RECEPTACLE
2
EACH
$400.00
DRINKING FOUNTAIN (HANDICAP)
1
EACH
$1,000.00
$1
BENCH - COATED METAL
9
EACH
$500.00
$A
SHADE TOWERS
800
S.F.
$30.00
$2j
BLEACHERS ARBOR
3330
S.F.
$20.00
$61
MULTI -USE ARBOR
2000
S.F.
$20.00
$41
HARDSCAPE
MOWSTRIP
15
L.F.
$6.00
CONC. CURB 6" (PKG-)
1250
L.F.
$10.00
$1:
CURB/GUTTER (PKG.)
165
L.F.
$15.00
$:
WHEELCHAIR RAMP (CURB CUT)
1
EACH
$200.00
CONCRETE PAVING - 4"
12645
L.F.
$2.00
$2!
ASPHALT PAVING
W/SEAL COAT
42095
S.F.
$0.50
$2'
8" AGGREGATE BASE
42095
S.F.
$0.20
$
A/C "SLURRY SEAL"
42095
S.F.
$0.20
$1
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PROJECT N 911139
UNIT TOTAL
>CRIPTION QTY. UNIT COST COST
iDSCAPING
SOIL PREP/FINE GRADING
109200
S.F.
$0.18
$19,6
$3,2
WEED ABATEMENT
90 DAY MAINTENANCE PERIOD
109200
109200
S.F.
S.F.
$0.03
$0.06
$6,5
TREES (24" BOX)
30
60
EACH
EACH
$250.00
$85.00
$7,5
$511
TREES (15 GAL)
PHOENIX DACTYLIFERA (101)
20
EACH
$600.00
$12,0
$1,4
SHRUBS (5 GAL)
SHRUBS (1 GAL) G.C. 5' O.C.
100
2036
EACH
EACH
$14.00
$5.00
$1054
VINES (15 GAL)
10 50
EACH
EACH
$5.00
$2
VINES (1 GAL)
TUHYDROSEED
RF
63980
S.F.
$0.05
$3,1
RIGATION/ WATER
AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION SYSTEM
63980
S.F.
$0.30
$1911
LARGE AREAS
SMALL AREAS
50903
S.F.
ALLOW
$0.65
$1,000.00
$33,(
$1,(
MOISTURE SENSORS
GHTING/ ELECTRICAL
SECURITY WALKWAY/LIGHTS
5
EACH
$2,000.00
$101(
PARKING LOT LIGHTS
6
12
EACH
EACH
$2,500.00
$2,500.00
$15,(
$30,(
TENNIS COURT LIGHTS
ADING/ DRAINAGE ALLOW $5,000.00 $5,1
GRADING CATCH BASIN 1 EACH $1,000.00 $1,1 6 DRAINLINE (C.M.P.) 60 L.F. $12.00 $'
:SCELLANEOUS ALLOW $2,000.00 $2,l
CURB PAINT/STRIPING
-------SUBTOTAL ---------------------------------------------------------- $501,
►*
r* 10.00% CONTINGENCY $50,
-----G-RAND-------TOTAL--$551,
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PROJECT 0 911139
UNIT TOT1
ESCRIPTION QTY. UNIT COST COST
EMOLITION AND CLEARING
11640
S.F.
$1.00
$11,
CLEAR AND GRUB
ITE FEATURES
TRASH RECEPTACLE
2
EACH
$400.00
ARBORS
1000
S.F.
$15.00
$15
ANDSCAPING
SOIL PREP/FINE GRADING
10000
S.F.
$0.18
$1
90 DAY MAINTENANCE PERIOD
10000
S.F.
$0.06
$1
TREES (36" BOX)
2
EACH
$575.00
$2
PHOENIX DACTYLIFERA (101)
4
EACH
$600.00
SHRUBS (5 GAL)
SHRUBS (1 GAL) G.C. 5' O.C.
50
200
EACH
EACH
$14.00
$1
VINES (15 GAL)
0
EACH
$$5.00
:RRIGATION/ WATER
AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION SYSTEM
10000
S.F.
$0.65
$6
SMALL AREAS
MOISTURE SENSORS
ALLOW
$500.00
$1
,IGHTING/ ELECTRICAL
1
ALLOW
$10,000.00
$10
MAIN SWITCHBOARD
SECURITY WALKWAY/LIGHTS
2
EACH
$2,000.00
$4
kRCHITECTURE
COMMUNITY CENTER
15000
S.F.
$110.00
$1,650
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k** SUBTOTAL
----
$1,701
k** 10.00% CONTINGENCY $17C
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•** GRAND TOTAL $1,87i
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PROJECT N 911139
UNIT TOTAL
SCRIPTION
QTY. UNIT COST COST
MOLITION AND CLEARING 393514 S.F. $0.05 $19,(
CLEAR AND GURB ALLOW $10,000.00 $101(
DEMO 2 TENNIS COURTS
INSTRUCTION
PLAY GROUND
ALLOW
$50,000.00
$50,1
PLAY EQUIPMENT
PLAY AREA CONC CURB 12"x30"
695
L.F.
$22.50
$3.00
$15,1
$300
FIBAR
4' DIA.)
10000
4
S.F.
EACH
$500.00
$2,1
SUMP (6' DEEP x
PLAY MAZE FENCING
310
ALLOW
$34,$17.50
$$5"
34,1
TEN PLUS
kSKETBALL
BASKETBALL COURT - HALF CTS.
2842
ALLOW
$1,6$4.00
.00
$$1,
POLE, RIMS, ETC.
ITE FEATURES
PICNIC TABLE (COATED METAL)
g
EACH
ALLOW
ALLOW
5850.00
$30 850.00
$6,
$30,
PICNIC SHELTER - 30 SQUARE
2
EACH
$000.00
$
BAR-B-Q GRILL - DOUBLE
4
EACH
$600.00
$2,
GAME TABLE
g
EACH
$400.00
$3,
TRASH RECEPTACLE
1
EACH
$1,800.00
$1,
TRASH ENCLOSURE GATES
DRINKING FOUNTAIN (HANDICAP)
2
EACH
$1,000.00
$500.00
$2,
$5,
BENCH - COATED METAL
10
EACH
IALLS/FENCES 60 L.P. $38.00 $2,
SEAT WALL 18" S.F.B.
[ARDSCAPE �� 1110 L.F. $2.00 $2,
MOWSTRIP 6 1635 L.F. $2.00 $3,
CONC. CURB 6" (PKG.) 550 L.P. $2.00 $1,
CURB/GUTTER
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MARK SCIONEAUX
PROJECT 0 911139
UNIT
TOTA
ESCRIPTION
QTY.
UNIT
COST
COST
WHEELCHAIR RAMP (CURB CUT)
4
EACH
$200.00
$
CONCRETE PAVING - 4"
74320
L.F.
$2.00
$148,
ASPHALT PAVING (2.5")
W/SEAL COAT
71690
S.F.
$0.50
$35,
8" AGGREGATE BASE
71690
S.F.
$0.20
$14,
A/C "SLURRY SEAL"
71690
S.F.
$0.20
$14,
ANDSCAPING
SOIL PREP/FINE GRADING
362608
S.F.
$0.18
$65,
WEED ABATEMENT
362608
S.F.
$0.03
$10,
90 DAY MAINTENANCE PERIOD
362608
S.F.
$0.06
$21,
TREES (36" BOX)
20
EACH
$575.00
$11,
TREES (24" BOX)
40
EACH
$250.00
$10,
TREES (15 GAL)
PHOENIX DACTYLIFERA-RELOCATE
60
30
EACH
EACH
$85.00
$200.00
$5,
$6,
SHRUBS (5 GAL) '
250
EACH
$14.00
$3,
SHRUBS (1 GAL) G.C. 5' O.C.
6800
EACH
$5.00
$34,
VINES (15 GAL)
10
EACH
$46.00
1
VINES (1 GAL)
50
EACH
$5.00
4
TURF HYDROSEED
191378
S.F.
$0.05
$9,
RRIGATION/ WATER
WATER METER 2"
1
EACH
$2,500.00
$24
BACKFLOW PREVENTER
1
S.F.
$2,000.00
$2,
AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION SYSTEM
191378
S.F.
$0.30
$57,
LARGE AREAS
SMALL AREAS
171230
S.F.
$0.65
Sill,
MOISTURE SENSORS
ALLOW
$2,500.00
$1,
DOMESTIC BACKFLOW
1
EACH
$1,000.00
$1,
$2,
CONTROLLER
1
EACH
$2,000.00
,IGHTING/ ELECTRICAL
SERVICE/MAIN SWITCHBOARD
1
EACH
$15,000.00
$15
SECURITY WALKWAY/LIGHTS
10
EACH
$2,000.00
$2,500.00
$20
$15
PARKING LOT LIGHTS
6
2
EACH
EACH
$2,000.00
$4
PLAY AREA LIGHTS
PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE
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OF 3
IOJECT: FRITZ BURNS PARR
ESTIMATE
BY: RONAELE
WOLF
DEVELOPMENT OPTION
5
MARK SCIONEAUX
PROJECT 0 911139
UNIT
TOT]
ESCRIPTION
QTY.
UNIT
COST
COS'
RARING/ DRAINAGE
19300
C.Y.
$3.25
$62
GRADING
CATCH BASIN
4
EACH
$1,000.00
$4
6" DRAINLINE (C.M.P.)
120
L.F.
$12.00
$1
ISCELLANEOUS
CURB PAINT/STRIPING
ALLOW
$10000.00
$1
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** SUBTOTAL
------
$933
** 10.00% CONTINGENCY
$93
---------GRAND-----TOTAL --------------------------------------------------------
**
$1,026
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F 1ST X LS R A N S M I Z4 A I
. Maloney, Inc.
dscape Architecture.Planning
rockton Ave., Suite 201, Riverside, CA 92506, (714) 369-0700
City of La Quints DATE: September 9, 1992
Parks and Recreation Dept.
JOB NUMBER: 911139
RE: Fritz Bums Community Park
JTION: Clint Bohlen ORIGINATOR: Tim Maloney
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)ITIONAL MESSAGE...
Following are the estimated Operation and Maintenance costs for the various developmet
ns. In addition to these long term costs and the development costs presented to your office
or so ago you should include the remainder of the design and planning costs for the first thrt
s of development. We highly recommend the development of the construction documents f(
three phases at one time to minimize design costs and administrative costs. In addition, this wi
the City the ability to receive additive alternate prices for additional phases of construction an
for additional phases to be quickly activated as funds become available.
stimated construction of the first three phases is $2,364,000.00. The design and constructic
ustration fees for these three phases would be around $190,000.00.
phase four, the additional community center/recreation facility, appears to be down the line an
iknown as to who may be developing it we suggest not including any design fees in yot
ates. If option five appears viable we can provide you fees for that development as well.
ict us if you have any questions. See you Monday September 14 at 4:00 pm.
OPERATIO AND MAINTENAN E CO TS
DEVELOPMENT OPTION 1
RECREATION STAFFING COST
Administration $ 35,000.00
Part-time, Lifeguard $ 25,000.00
Fringe Benefits (30%) $ 18,000.00
TOTAL $ 78,000.00
LABOR COST
Salaries
$ 15,000.00
Fringe Benefits (30%)
$ 4,500.00
TOTAL
$ 19,500.00
AQUATICS (Electrical, gas water,
chemicals)
Pool
$ 49,000.00
Slide
$ 4,000.00
Children's Pool
$ 5.500.00
TOTAL
$ 58,500.00
BUILDING & SITE UTILITIES
Electricity
$ 4,800.00
Water
$ 3,800.00
EQUIPMENT NEEDS
$993.00 per acre $ 3,773.00
(X 3.8 acres)
MATERIAL NEEDS
$616.00 per acre $ 2,341.00
(X 3.8 acres)
Total annual operation maintenance costs $170,714.00
Monthly $ 14,226.00
Add an additional 10% inflation for construction in 2 years $ 1,422.00
Monthly $ 15,648.00
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE COSTS
DEVELOPMENT OPTION 2
LABOR COST
Salaries $ 7,500.00
Fringe Benefits (30%) $ 2,250.00
TOTAL $ 9,750.00
SITE UTILITIES
Electricity
$
162.00
Water
$
200.00 -
EQUIPMENT NEEDS
$993.00 per acre
$
675.00
(X .68 acres)
MATERIAL NEEDS
$616.00 per acre
$
419.00
(X .68 acres)
Total annual operation maintenance costs $ 11,206.00
Monthly $ 934.00
Add an additional 10% inflation for construction in 2 years $ 94.00
Monthly $ 1,028.00
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE COSTS
DEVELOPMENT OPTION 3
LABOR COST
Salaries $ 7,500.00
Fringe Benefits (30%) $ 2,250.00
TOTAL $ 9,750.00
SITE UTILITIES
Electricity
$
4,914.00
Water
$
4,245.00
EQUIPMENT NEEDS
$993.00 per acre
$
4,866.00
(X 4.9 acres)
MATERIAL NEEDS
$616.00 per acre
$
3,018.00
(X 4.9 acres)
Total annual operation maintenance costs $ 22,548.00
Monthly $ 1,879.00
Add an additional 10% inflation for construction in 2 years $ 188.00
Monthly $ 2,067.00
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Ci0�5TS
DEVELOPMENT OPTION 4
RECREATION STAFFING COST
Administration $ 35,000.00
Part-time $15,000.00
Fringe Benefits (30%) $15,000.00
TOTAL $ 65,000.00
Electricity $ 26,400.00
Water $ 1,300.00
EQUIPMENT NEEDS
$993.00 per acre $ 258.00
(X .26 acres)
MATERIAL NEEDS
$616.00 per acre $ 160.00
(X .26 acres)
Total annual operation maintenance costs $ 93,118.00
Monthly $ 7,760.00
Add an additional 10% inflation for construction in 2 years $ 776.00
Monthly $ 8,536.00
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OPERATI • AND MAINTENANCE COSTS
DEVELOPMENT OPTION 5 - ENTIRE PARK
RECREATION STAFFING COST
Administration (2 Positions)
$ 70,000.00
Part-time, Ldeguard, Programs
$ 40,000.00
Fringe Benefits (30%)
$ 33,000.00
TOTAL
$143,000.00
LABOR COST
Salaries
$ 30,000.00
Fringe Benefits (30%)
$ 91000.00
TOTAL
$ 39,000.00
AQUATICS (Electrical, gas water, chemicals)
Pool
$ 49,000.00
Slide
$ 4,000.00
Children's Pool
$ 5,500.00
TOTAL
$ 58,500.00
BUILDING & SITE UTILITIES
Electricity $ 36,276.00
Water $ 9,545.00
EQUIPMENT NEEDS
$993.00 per acre $ 9,632.00
(X 9.7 acres)
MATERIAL NEEDS
$616.00 per acre $ 5,975.00
(X 9.7 acres)
Total annual operation maintenance costs $173,228.00
Monthly $ 14,436.00
Add an additional 10% inflation for construction in 2 years $ 1,443.00
Monthly $ 15,879.00
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CITY OF LA QUINTA
MEMORANDUM
To: Community Services Commission
From: Clint Bohlen, Parks and Recreation Manager/!�
Date: September 14, 1992
Subj: Draft Parks and Recreation Master Plan Review - item N%C.2.
The attached draft Parks and Recreation Master Plan should be reviewed by the Commission this
evening. The City Council will see the draft at their Tuesday, September 10, 1992 meeting in
order to review any controversial items prior to the Master Plan being forwarded to other
agencies for comment.
The Commission will again review the Master Plan at it's September 28th meeting for comments
received from the Council and other agencies and City staff.
CITY OF LA QUINTA
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
HANDBOOK
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
SharonKennedy......................................Chairman
Larry Best.....................................Vice Chairman
Aldine Dickens..................................Commissioner
Susan Francis...................................Commissioner
Nancy Nard......................................Commissioner
Betty Jo Seaton.................................Commissioner
JillThompson...................................Commissioner
Murray Warden...........................Interim City Manager
Clint Bohlen ......................Community Services Manager
CITY COUNCIL
John Pena..............................................Mayor
Stan Sniff.....................................Mayor Pro-Tem
Dale Bohnenberger....................... ....... Councilmember
Kristy Franklin ......................... .......
Councilmember
William Rushworth....................... ....... Councilmember
City of La Quinta
78-105 Calle Estado
La Quints, CA 92253
(619)564-2246
INTRODUCTION
The association with fellow commission members will undoubtedly be
your most important relationship as you serve on the commission.
Before talking about relationships it may be well to point out a
few facts about commission members. Each of you come from various
backgrounds -educational, occupational, religious, social, economic,
physical, and cultural -and we should be aware that these
differences do exist.
We must also recognize that the reason for serving on the
commission will vary and perhaps some will have a special interest.
Each member will contribute in their own way and is an important
part of the decision process. We should not expect every
commission member to give of their time, their talent, their
knowledge to the same degree. Some will give more and others will
give less, but in the end the community will benefit.
Bearing this in mind, the following relationships may serve as a
guideline:
1. We must always respect the other individual's viewpoint even
though it may be opposite of our own.
2. We must allow the other individual to articulate his or her
views then attempt to make an objective evaluation of those
views, to the limit of our ability.
3. Evaluation of our fellow commission member's viewpoint should
be based on what is best for the total community and what is
best for all concerned.
4. There will be times when political action among the commission
is apparent and we must strive to minimize that whenever
possible.
5. We must be open and honest at all times.
6. Each commission member has a responsibility to recognize new
commission members and see that they are made welcome, become
oriented and receive training.
RELATIONSHIP WITH APPOINTING AUTHORITY
A commission member's relationship with the City Council will vary
from member to member. It may be the commission chairman or staff
person will report to the appointing authority at one of their
regular meetings. Members of the City Council may, from time to
time, visit the commission meetings and may, from time to time,
invite the commission to attend their meeting for direct input.
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Individual contacts with the City Council to discuss problems are
neither encouraged nor discouraged. This will have to be handled
on an individual basis. Should a controversy arise within the
commission, counsel and guidance are available from the staff as
well as from the individual council members. However, it would be
inherently unethical for an individual commissioner to attempt to
influence or persuade the appointing authority to assume a posture
which may be in opposition to the commission as a whole.
Should a split opinion exist on commission action, it may be
appropriate for a majority and minority report to accompany the
recommendation to the appointing authority.
We would expect the individual commission member to recognize the
following items:
1. The commission members are appointed by the City Council.
2. The commission member has an obligation to serve the public
and to represent their viewpoint.
3. The contact with the City Council should always be open and
never used to circumvent the staff or commission.
4. The commission should not knowingly embarass the staff or
the City Council.
5. The commission should render as much assistance as possible
to the City Council and avoid placing them in an untenable
position.
6. The commission should assist the City Council in developing
public trust in the advisory commission system.
7. The commission should be sensitive to agency priorities and
know when to take a stand. There are times when, for the
good of the overall agency, it may require adjustment of
the priority level of a particular project.
6. The commission falls under the restrictions of the Brown Act
whereby decisions and recommendations can only be made at
a duly constituted meeting which is open to the public.
RELATIONSHIP WITH COMMUNITY SERVICES STAFF
The following commission role, supportive and advisory to staff and
agency objectives, may be used as a guideline:
1. Contacts should be with the agency staff member assigned
to the commission rather than to other staff people. The
individual commissioner should feel free to make a contact
with the higher level supervision, such as the City Manager,
and/or the City Council providing the assigned staff person
is also notified of this contact.
2. Contacts with staff members should clearly be in the
framework of the commission assignment.
3. It is important for Commissioners to know the recreation
facilities. A visitation program both on an unscheduled
and a scheduled basis will allow members to become fully
knowledgeable of the program, park areas, equipment,
facility use, etc.
4. Commissioners should not ask for individual reports,
favors, or special consideration.
5. Commissioners should realize the assigned staff person
works with the commission and reports directly to an
agency supervisor. He is limited in scope of authority
to carry out recommendations.
Misunderstandings and problems can develop in the relationship
between the staff and the commission if an enthusiastic member
attempts to take aboard those duties which are not within the
framework of the commission action. Each commissioner must be
alert to the difference between advisory policy -setting and doing
the work.
At times a commissioner may be asked to "do" the work as a
volunteer. It is doubly important that when this occurs the
difference be recognized and be communicated to assure there is no
question about the role on the advisory body and the individual's
volunteer assignment.
The success of the parks and recreation human services and culture
and fine arts efforts in a community is directly proportional to
the level of priority it attains in the agency operation.
Governing body and administrative perceptions on the importance and
contribution of human, recreation, and arts services to the
community's quality of life will inevitably influence decisions on
budget, planning, manpower, land use, policies, and procedures.
Therefore, the interdependence among agency departments/commissions
cannot, nor must not, be ignored or taken lightly.
The advisory commission is in a position to provide for significant
positive relationships that can contribute to an understanding of
recreation, human, and arts services and its role in contributing
to a better quality of life.
Guidelines include:
1. Know relationship and role of various departments within
agency and in the city or in general.
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2. Establish effective lines of communication between agency
commissions to insure liaison with other agency departments;
i.e. planning, law, health, environmental, parkway, etc.
3. Be willing to provide leadership for developing and
maintaining a climate for cooperation among various
agency commissions.
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INTERPRETATION
Unless the context of this handbook otherwise requires, words in
the masculine gender shall include the feminine gender and words in
the singular number shall include the plural number, and vice
versa.
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CITY OF LA QUINTA
PHILOSOPHY OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
The Community Services Commission recognizes the need to provide
and maintain sufficient and attractive parks, adequate recreation
facilities, and programs to provide equitably and without prejudice
all the people of the City of La Quinta.
Every opportunity shall be afforded within financial limits, to
plan, procure, develop and maintain park and recreation resoures;
and to provide leadership for the wholesome and constructive use of
leisure time; to insure human service needs are fulfilled; and that
art and cultural programs are available.
The provisions of quality community services in the most cost
effective way and without significantly duplicating the efforts of
other agencies will be emphasized at all times. This includes the
development of cooperative agreements with other agencies directly
and in -directly involved with the provision of community services
in the City of La Quints.
The provision of community services shall be considered a positive
opportunity for people of the City of La Quinta to share with each
other, to develop leadership capacities, to learn skills for
present and future enjoyment, and to emphasize responsibilities to
each other as well as to the community.
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CITY OF LA QUINTA
ROLE OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION, PARK AND RECREATION MANAGER
AND STAFF
The Community Services Commission recognizes the desirability to
define the respective roles of the Commission, Manager and Staff,
as well as to distinguish the relationship between each.
The role of the Community Services Commission is to provide
guidelines and chart a general course of action, in concept, for
the Park and Recreation Department by formulating and approving the
policies for the operation, control, improvement and planning of
the park and recreation facilities, activities and human and arts
services within the City of La Quinta.
Pursuant Ordinance 2.18.080 Powers and Duties
The Community Services Commission shall act in an advisory capacity
to the City Council with respect to park and recreation facility
location, park site planning and facility design and development,
operation, maintenance and redevelopment of facilities, fiscal
policy recomendations regarding development priorities, grants,
fees and financing mechanisms for furthering the goals of the Park
and Recreation element of the General Plan and the Park and
Recreation Master Plan. The Community Services Commission shall
advise the City Council on all matters pertaining to the provision
of a quality program of recreation services and activities for the
community, and such other park and recreation matters as may be
referred to it by the City Council, or brought to its attention by
citizens of the Community. The Community Service Commission shall
also be charged with concerns in the areas of human and arts
services in the City of La Quinta. The Commission shall provide
such advice and consultation to other City Commissions and staff as
may be requested of the Commission.
The Parks and Recreation Manager appointed by the City Manager,
lends technical support to the Community Service Commission and
serves as staff liaison. The Parks and Recreation Manager is the
administrator who provides the data, information and professional
counsel to the Community Services Commission while serving as
liaison between policy formulation and implementation of same
through administrative procedure.
As delegated by the Community Services Commission, the Parks and
Recreation Manager is primarily responsible for administering the
day-to-day operation and functions of the Parks and Recreation
department within the policies and guidelines as established by the
City Manager, City Council and the Community Services Commission.
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It is also the responsibility of the Parks and Recreation Manager
to function as communicator between the Staff, Community Services
Commission and the City Manager.
The Community Services Manager will facilitate the clear, concise
and efficient communication of all direct questions, comments and
requests for information between the Community Services Commission,
City Manager and Staff as well as similar requests between
individual Commission members and individual Staff.
The Staff of the Community Services department are those employees
engaged in the programs and/or services that directly meet the
needs of the residents of the City in regard to leisure and
community needs. The staff includes division heads, supervisors,
coordinators and specialists in all areas and aspects of
departmental responsibility.
The primary function of the Staff is to perform under the direction
of the Parks and Recreation Manager, the various duties and
responsibilities required to provide well-balanced and efficient
leisure, human and arts services for the people of La Quints.
CITY OF LA QUINTA
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
A. ORDINANCE 2.06
AND
B. ORDINANCE 2.18
ORDINANCE CREATING AND DESCRIBING THE COMMUNITY SERVICES
COMMISSION
A. -BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS - GENERAL PROVISIONS
Sections:
2.06.010 General Rules regarding appointments, terms, vacancies.
2.06.020 Chairpersons, vice chairpersons -Selection -Terms.
2.06.010 General rules regarding appointments, terms, vacancies.
A. Unless otherwise provided by law, or by ordinance or
resolution, or unless by the very nature of a situation the
provisions of this section may not be made applicable, all members
of boards and commissions of the city shall be appointed for three-
year terms commencing on July 1st of the year of appointment;
provided, that interim vacancies shall be filled by appointment for
the unexpired term of the member replaced. This rule shall not,
however, apply in regard to a newly established board or commission
to which initial appointments are made on a staggered -term basis.
B. Any member of a board or commission of this city may be
removed from office at any time, with or without cause, by a
majority vote of the City Council. If a member absents himself
from three consecutive regular meetings or from twenty-five percent
of the scheduled meetings of the board or commission in which he
serves, within any fiscal year, without advance permission from
that board or commission or the appointing authority, his office
shall become vacant and shall be filled as any other vacancy.
C. Unless otherwise provided by law, or by ordinance or
resolution of the city council, all members of boards and
commission of the city appointed by the city council shall be
initially and during their incumbencies, bona fide residents and
registered voters of the city, and no such member at or during such
time shall be an employee of the City.
2.06.020 Chairpersons, vice chairpersons -Selection -Terms.
Unless otherwise provided by law, or by ordinance or
resolution, each board and commission of the city shall annually at
its first meeting held after June 30, choose one of its members as
chairperson and one as vice chairperson. Each chairperson and vice
chairperson shall have authority and perform such duties as are
commonly associated with their respective titles, or as may be
specially prescribed by law or by the bylaws or other rules of the
board or commission. Vacancies in either such position occurring
prior to July 1st may be filled as in the first instance, and a new
chairperson or vice chairperson may be chosen at any time by
majority vote of all members of the board or commission.
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CHAPTER 2.18
B. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
Sections:
2.18.030 Created -Defined.
2.18.020 Purpose and objectives.
2.18.030 Members -Appointments -Terms.
2.18.040 Officers -Selection.
2.18.050 Committees.
2.18.060 Meetings.
2.18.070 Removal from office.
2.18.080 Powers and duties.
2.18.090 Staffing.
2.18.010 Created -Defined.
The community services commission is created and established.
The term "commission" as used in this chapter, shall refer to the
community services commission.
2.18.020 Purpose and objectives.
The general purpose of the commission is to encourage the
development of a planned and orderly approach to the delivery of
leisure services in the city. Objectives of the commission are as
follows:
A. To serve in an advisory capacity to the city council to
identify community needs for social services, to plan for the
coordinated delivery of such service to citizens in need through
both private and public resources so as to avoid duplication and
conflict of effort, and to evaluate the effectiveness of services
provided;
B. To serve in an advisory capacity to the city council on all
matters pertaining to public recreation, including the management,
conduct, care and development of the parks and playgrounds in the
city, and in general to study the needs of the city and the means
of meeting such needs in connection with all matters pertaining to
public recreation and other entertainment; and
C. To serve in an advisory capacity to the city council to
encourage a sense of appreciation and community pride for the
citizens of the city by making accessible cultural events and
experiences which celebrate the shared heritage of the community
and its residents.
2.18.030 Members -Appointments -Terms.
A. The commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the
city council.
B. The terms of office of members of the commission shall be
overlapping. Each member of the commission shall hold office for
a term of three years, or until such time as a successor is
appointed.
C. All terms of office shall commence on July 1st of the year of
appointment. Vacancies in the office of a member shall be filled
for the unexpired term in the same manner in which regular
appointments are otherwise made.
D. Insofar as possible, the membership shall reflect the racial,
ethnic, economic and sexual composition of the community. Every
effort will be made to ensure that a wide cross-section of social,
leisure and artistic, services, interest, and viewpoints, including
providers, recipients and professionally related occupations are
represented.
E. No commissioner shall serve more than two consecutive terms.
F. Commission members shall serve at the pleasure of the city
council with compensation.
2.18.040 Officers -Selection.
A. The chairman of the commission shall be elected by a majority
vote of commission members in September of each year. A vice
chairman to serve in the absence of the chairman shall likewise be
elected.
B. The chairman shall preside at all meetings and provide for
periodic reports to the city council on all recommendations of the
commission.
2.18.050 Committees.
A. The commission shall organize itself into three committees
composed of two or three members each. Each committee shall be
assigned one of the following areas of responsiblity.
1. Human services;
2. Parks and recreation;
3. Culture and fine arts.
B. The commission or committees may, from time to time, establish
subcommittees composed of citizens and/or interested people charged
with the responsibility of implementing certain designated projects
subject to commission and city council approval. At least one
member of the commission shall also be a member of each
subcommittee.
2.18.060 Meetings.
A. The commission shall meet regularly twice on the date selected
by the commission. Special meetings of the commission may be
called by the chairman or a majority of the commission in
accordance with state law.
B. A majority of appointed commissioners shall constitute a quorum
for the transaction of business.
C. All meetings shall be open to the public.
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2.18.070 Removal from office.
Any of the commission members may be removed at any time by
the city council. If a member of the commission does not attend
three regular consecutive meetings, unless excused by a majority
vote of the commission, his/her membership shall automatically be
terminated, and his/her successor shall be appointed by the city
council to serve the unexpired term.
2.18.080 Powers and duties.
A. The powers and duties of the human sevices committee shall
be as follows:
1. Advise the commission as to the most effective means of
allocating available resource for human service, and establish
standards for the evaluation of proposals for funding;
2. Promote interagency and intergroup coordination in the
development and delivery of human services, to avoid duplication
and conflict of effort;
3. Cooperate with governmental and nongovernmental agencies and
organizations having like or kindred functions, to assure the most
effective and efficient delivery of such services;
4. Review and study problems and needs of social service programs
and develop effective support and delivery systems needed to secure
additional resources, either through private channels or through
the city or other instrumentalities of government;
5. Inform the commission of disparities and inequities which exist
in the social service delivery system of federal, state and county
government, to ensure that citizens of the city receive equitable
treatment in the delivery of such service;
6. Hold hearings and take testimony of any person relating to any
matter under investigation or in question before the commission;
7. Make recommendations which will help to develop a sense of
community among those concerned with human service efforts in the
city, and to create awareness and cooperation between the city and
those groups doing human service work in the area;
S. Make and issue written or oral reports respecting studies,
research, investigations and other activities, and make information
available to other commissions and staff as required;
9. Recommend to the commission legislation or other remedial steps
which the committee finds to be necessary and desirable.
B. The powers and duties of the parks and recreation committee
shall be as follows;
1. To promote and stimulate public interest in a recreation
program, and to that end solicit to the fullest possible extent the
cooperation of special authorities and other public and private
agencies interested therein;
2. To study present and future needs of the city with regard to
recreation and park facilities, programs and events;
3. To recommend to the commission rules and regulations concerning
the use of recreational areas and facilities;
4. To encourage recreational programs, including, but not limited
to, intramural sports, lectures, concerts community affairs,
exhibits, child care center and others;
5. To investigate and provide written or oral reports to the
commission on various questions concerning recreational aspects of
the city.
C. The powers and duties of the cultural and fine arts committee
shall be as follows;
1. To recommend ways to maintain and increase the artistic and
cultural resources of the city;
2. To propose methods to encourage private initiative in the
fields of art and culture;
3. To consult with public and private groups, schools, the city,
and state or federal, cultural and art commissions interested in,
or having knowledge or experience in the field of art and culture
of the city;
4. To develop methods by which to coordinate existing resources
and facilities, and to foster artistic and cultural endeavors, and
the use of the arts both locally and outside of the city to promote
the best interests of the city;
5. To conduct studies and provide written or oral reports with the
view to formulating methods or ways by which creative activity and
high standards and increased opportunities in the arts and culture
may be encouraged and promoted in the best interests of the city's
artistic and cultural progress and the greater appreciation and
enjoyment of the arts and culture by the citizens of the city, and
how such can be encouraged and developed;
6. To recommend the allocation of funds donated by outside
organizations for cultural activities and advise upon the physical
development of projects;
7. To recommend on the use of various facilities as the city
council shall designate; and
8. To perform such other related duties and functions as the
commission may from time to time direct.
2.18.090 Staffing.
A. All departments of the city, through the office of the city
manager, shall furnish appropriate existing public information,
data and records, and provide technical assistance and advice as
required, within reason, as an aid to the commission and its
committees in the performance of designated duties.
S. The city manager shall, within reason or budgetary constraints
provide or cause to be provided adequate staff, clerical help, and
maintain files and records for the commission.
C. The city council shall annually review the progress of the
commission.
II. DUTIES OF OFFICERS AND STAFF
A. Chairman - The chairman shall preside at all meetings of the
Commission and shall appoint all Committees and shall perform all
other duties necessary, customary or incidental to the office.
B. Vice -Chairman - The Vice -Chairman in the Chairman's absence or
inability to act, shall take the place and perform all duties of
the Chairman. In the event of absence or inability to act by both
the Chairman and Vice -Chairman, the remaining members of the
Commission shall elect one of their members to act as temporary
Chairman.
C. Secretary - The Park and Recreations Manager, or his designees,
shall act as secretary to the Community Services Commission and
shall be the custodian of its records, conduct official
correspondence, and coordinate the clerical, and technical work of
the Community Services Commission in administering this chapter.
In addition, the Manager shall provide technical advice to the
Commission and shall assist the Commission in the discharge of
their responsibilities.
D. Manager - The Manager shall have complete administrative
authority over the Parks and Recreation Department and shall be
responsible to the City Manager for the efficient operation of the
system in all its division, as designated in the job description.
The Parks and Recreation Manager shall serve as advisory to the
Community Services Commission on matters of park and recreation and
community services policy formation and shall be subject to the
policies and direction of the City Council and City Manager.
III. Meetings
A. Regular Meetings - Regular meetings of the Commission shall be
open to the public and shall be held on the second and fourth (or
third and fifth, as applicable,) Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
in the Council Chambers of the City. If the regular meeting day
falls on a legal holiday, the Commission or the Secretary may fix
another day thereafter. Any regular meeting of the Commission may
be adjourned to another place and time certain within the City.
B. Special Meetings - Special meetings and study sessions shall be
open to the public and shall be held at such time and place as the
Commission may detemrine or they may be called by the chairman or
majority of the members of the Commission upon 24 hours notice
pursuant to the State of California law. The secretary shall be
responsible for giving any necessary notice of such special
meetings as prescribe by law.
C. The Brown Act - The Ralph M. Brown Act is an extremely
important law which requires that all meetings of legislative
bodies of local agencies be open and public. "Legislative Body"
includes the City Council, the Planning Commission, the Design
Review Board, the Community Services Commission, and any other
avisory body created by formal action of the City Council.
A "meeting" takes place whenever a quorum is present and official
business is conducted. The Brown Act makes punishable as a
misdemeanor the attendance by a member of a legislative body at
meeting where action is taken in violation of the Act. "Action
taken" means a collective decision, commitment or promise by a
majority of the members of the legislative body, or an actual vote
by a majority of the members when sitting as a legislative body
upon a motion, proposal, resolution, ordinance or minute order.
Although the City of La Quinta does not schedule them, study
sessions or pre -meeting briefing sessions of the City Council are
also subject to the requirements of the Brown Act.
Excluded from the public meeting requirement are discussions
between the City Council and City Attorney relating to employer -
employee relations or pending, proposed, or anticipated litigation
where open discussion would benefit the City's adversary to the
detriment of the public.
IV. Agenda for Meetings
A. Provisions should be made for the preparation of agendas.
Copies of the prepared agenda should be made available to memebrs
of the public attending the regular Commission meeting by placing
some near the entrance of the place of the meeting. No matter
other than those on the agenda can be acted upon by the Commission,
absent, urgent or emergency action taken in compliance with
Government Code.
B. A copy of the agenda for every regular meeting of the
Commission shall be posted in compliance with Government Code and
provided to each member no later than 72 hours prior to the date of
the meeting at which such agenda is to be considered.
C. Meeting agendas are to be mailed to the Commission on the
Thursday proceeding the Monday Commission meeting. Items on the
agenda are usually identified as topics for discussion at the
previous public Community Services Commission meeting or other
items identified as issues for discussion by staff or Commission
members.
D. Items identified using the procedure above will be noted as
agenda items.
E. Agenda items will be discussed in public unless a majority of
Commission members vote to postpone discussion. This vote will be
taken by the chair upon request of a single Commission member
and/or staff.
V. Order of Business.
A. The order of business at any regular meeting shall be as
follows:
A. Meeting called to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll call
B. Approval of Minutes
C. Communication from the Public
D. Commission Business
E. Manager's Report
F. Old Business
G. Announcements
H. Identification of Items for Future Meetings
I. Adjournment
VI. Quorum
A. A quorum shall be four members present.
VII. Voting
A. Every official act taken by the Commission shall be
adopted by a majority of the Commission or quorum present.
B. A roll call vote shall be taken upon the passage of all
resolutions or upon request of any Commission member.
VIII. Time Limit
A. No matter shall be commenced after 9:00 p.m. except by
majority vote of the Commissioners present.
IX. Rules of Order for Conduct of Proceedings
A. The Chairman of the Commission shall be the presiding
officer and shall assume all duties as such immediately following
election. The Chairman shall preserve strict order and decorum at
all meetings of the Commission, state questions coming before the
Commission, announce its decisions on all subjects and decide all
questions of order; subject, however, to an appeal to the
Commission as a whole in which event a majority vote of the
Commission member shall govern and conclusively determine such
questions of order. The Chairman shall vote on all questions.
B. In the absence of the Chairman, the Vice -Chairman shall
call the Commission to order. In the absence of the Chairman and
Vice -Chairman the Secretary of the Commission shall call the
commission to order, whereupon a temporary Chairman shall be
elected by the Commissioners present. Upon arrival for the
Chairman or Vice -Chairman, the temporary Chairman shall relinquish
the chair at the conclusion of the item before the Commission.
X. Preparation of Minutes
A. The minutes of the Commission shall be kept by the
Secretary of the Commission and shall be neatly typewritten in a
book kept for that purpose, with a record of each particular type
of business transaction set off in paragraphs, with proper
subheads; provided, that the Secretary of the Commission shall be
required to record any remarks of Commissioner or of any other
person, except at special request of a Commissioner; provided,
further that a record shall be made of the names and addresses of
persons addressing the Commission, the title of the subject matter
to which the remarks are related, and whether they spoke in support
of or in opposition to such matter.
B. As soon as possible after each Commission meeting, the
Secretary of the Commission shall cause a copy of the minutes
thereof to be forwarded to each Commissioner, the City Manager, the
City Council, the City Attorney and the department heads.
XI. Approval of Minutes
A. Unless the reading of the minutes of the Commission
meeting is requested by a Commissioner and approved by a majority
vote, such minutes may be approved without reading if the Secretary
of the Commission previously has furnished each Commissioner with
a copy thereof. Nothing may be added to the minutes, except that
they may be amended by a majority vote of the Commission members to
reflect correctly the business of the Commission at such meeting.
XII. Rules of Debate
A. Presiding officer may debate and vote. The presiding
officer may move, second and debate from the chair, subject only to
such limitation of debate as are by these rules imposed on all
commissioners, and shall not be deprived of any of the rights and
privileges of a Commissioner by reason of acting as the presiding
office.
B. Getting the floor; improper references to be avoided.
Every Commissioner desiring to speak shall address the Chair, and
upon recognition by the presiding officer, shall confine himself to
the question under debate.
C. Interruptions. A Commissioner, once recognized, shall
not be interrupted when speaking unless it is to call to order or
as herein otherwise provided. If a Commissioner, while speaking,
is called to order, the Commissioner shall cease speaking until the
question of order is determined, and if in order, shall be
permitted to proceed.
D. Disqualifications and abstention. No Commissioner shall
be permitted to disqualify or abstain from voting unless reason for
such disqualification is stated. Disqualifications and abstentions
shall not be counted by the Secretary of the Commission except as
such.
E. Silence constitutes affirmative vote. Unless a
Commissioner states a reason for not voting, silence shall be
recorded as an affirmative vote.
F. Rules of Order. Except as otherwise provided in this
Resolution, the latest edition of "Robert's Rules of Order,
Revised" shall govern the conduct of the meetings of the
Commission. However, no resolution, proceeding or other action of
the Commission shall be invalidated, or the legality thereof
otherwise affected, by the failure or ommision to observe or follow
such rules.
It is the responsibility of the Chair to control public debate so
that repetitive or irrelevant remarks are not made so that everyone
has had a chance to speak before others speak for a second time and
so as to expedite the business at hand. No person shall speak more
than twice during the same meeting to the same question, nor longer
than five(5)mintues at one time, without leave of the Chairman or
Commissioner presiding at the meeting.
Whenever any group of persons wishes to address the Commission on
the same subject matter, it shall be proper for the presiding
officer to request that a spokesman be chosen by the group to
address the Commission, and in case additional matters are to be
presented at the time by any other member of said group, to limit
the number of persons addressing the Commission to avoid
unnecessary repetitions.
XIII. Decorum
A. By Commission Members. While the Commission is in
session, the members shall preserve order and decorum. Courtesy
and respect for others opinion shall always be maintained. In
addition, Commissions represent all the people of the City and
shall avoid partisanship based on the special interest.
B. By other persons. Any person, while in attendance at any
Commission meeting, shall preserve order and decorum and any person
shall neither by conversation or otherwise delay or interrupt the
Commission proceedings or the peace of the Commission. No person
shall disturb any Commission member while speaking or refuse to
obey the orders of the Commission or the presiding officer.
XIV. Motion to Adjourn
A. A motion to adjourn shall always be in order, and shall be
decided without debate.
XV. Community Services Commission Policies
A. Publicity. The Secretary shall release all offficial
information or stories to the press at the approval of the City
Manager. Copies of all publicity items shall be distributed to the
Commission for their review and information.
B. Attendance. Each Commission member shall attend every
regular or special meeting unless unavailable with prior notice
being provided to the Chairman of the Commission or the Secretary.
The Commission may excuse members if prior notice is given to the
Chairman and/or Secretary. In such an instance, the absence of a
Commission member shall be recorded in the minutes and be
classified as being excused if prior notice has been given.
Special meetings called in the absence of a Commissioner, whether
said absence is excused or unexcused, shall not be counted against
said Commissioner.
C. Conflict of Interest. Any Commissioner who has had a
direct or indirect financial interest in any matter before the
Commission shall publicly disclose for the official record the
nature of such interest and such Commissioner shall not participate
in any discussion on the matter nor vote thereon.
D. Additional Policies. Additional policies are as filed in
office of the Park and Recreation Department.
XVI. Amendments
These rules and regulations may be amended by the Commission at any
regular meeting by an affirmative vote of the member of the
Commission or at any special meeting provided that the proposed
amendment is included in a written notice of such a meeting.
XVII. PUBLIC HEARING PROCESS
• Staff Presentation
• Staff Recommendation
• Commission Asks Questions of Staff
• Applicant Presentation
• Commission Asks Questions of Applicant
• Public Testimony is Taken
• Staff Respond to Public Testimony
• Discussion and Decision
XVIII. POSSIBLE ACTIONS FOR PUBLIC HEARING PROCESS
• Overrule Appeal
• Sustain Appeal
• Revise Item
• Continue Item
• Referral
• Table Item
• Pass Ordinance
• Pass Resolution
• Take Action
City of La Quinta
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Community Services Commission
Community Services Staff
Fall, 1992
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Population Analysis
Analysis of Supply
Analysis of Demand
Standards and Definitions
Coals, Objectives and Priorities
Action Plan for Park Development
Implementation Plan
Appendix
- Parks and Recreation Master Plan Survey and Analysis
- NRPA Standards
- Sample Park Impact Fee Ordinance
- Funding Alternatives
I. Introduction
I. Introduction
Opportunities for recreation activities are a major factor in determining the quality of life in
any given community. All segments of the population require outlets for creativity,
socialization, exercise, and fun. Provision of recreation services is considered to be a basic
municipal responsibility, such as the provision of road, water, police, and fire services.
The quality of the park system that La Quinta is able to develop over the next twenty to thirty
years will help to determine whether the City will become the premier city of the Coachella
Valley. Many features exist to suggest that this is possible. La Quinta has an ample supply of
undeveloped land, and the city is blessed with stunning natural resources, including vast
supplies of underground water and picturesque mountains. Having recently incorporated in
1982, the City government is busy creating the systems and infrastructure that will allow it to
provide a high level of municipal services, including parks and community services. The
presence of the projected commercial and residential development indicates that the local tax
base should be able to support these municipal services.
Purpose of the Master Plan
Preparation of this Parks and Recreation Master Plan is required by the 1992-93 General
Plan. This Master Plan is intended to be a document which will be used to implement the
goals set forth in the General Plan, and specifically the Parks and Recreation Element of the
General Plan. The Master Plan is designed to identify and correct the short comings of the
existing park and recreation service delivery system in relation to the demands of the current
population. It is also to serve as a long range plan for accommodating anticipated growth.
To this end, this document describes a master plan that would accommodate a "buildout"
population of approximately 59,000.
A long range plan is not likely to be implemented unless it is set out in a series of achievable
steps. The Parks and Recreation Master Plan includes an implementation program that
outlines prioritized development, along with estimated costs, and potential sources of
funding. The Master Plan should be updated every five years so that changing conditions can
be reflected in this implementation program. It will only be through the persistent efforts of
the City Council, City staff and the Community Services Commission that the development
program outlined herein will be realized.
Previous Planning Efforts
After the incorporation of the City, the Coachella Valley Recreation and Parks District has
provided a park, and some recreation services to the citizens of the City of La Quinta. Post
incorporation Council discussion regarding parks and recreation services has often centered
on the desire to assume park development and recreation services provision responsibilities.
This municipal service concept remains an issue of debate. In 1985 the Council developed
the City General Plan, with limited discussion regarding park development, and Coachella
Valley Recreation and Park District developed a parks master plan for the District, of which La
Quinta is a part (section 4 of the District).
Although the District master plan called for certain development to occur, the City Council
expressed during the 1991-92 budget process a desire to complete their own parks master
plan for the City. The Community Services Commission accepted the responsibility for
developing the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, along with the Community Services staff.
The Current Planning Process
A seventeen question public opinion survey was produced based on questions utilized from
other municipal surveys, and questions which were developed specifically for the La Quinta
community. The survey was distributed to every residential unit in La Quinta, which totaled
nearly 6,500 surveys. Of those mailed, the City received 1,042 surveys back, which is an
excellent 16% response rate, and a statistically adequate pool from which to assess and
validate public opinion.
In the Survey, the City of La Quinta is divided into four (4) Planning Areas for master planning
purposes: Areas A, B, C, and D. Area A is bordered by Fred Waring Road on the north,
Washington Street on the west, Jefferson Street on the east, and Highway 111 on the south.
Area B is bordered by Highway 111 on the north, the Santa Rosa Cove mountains on the
west, Jefferson Street on the east, and Tampico Street extended to Avenue 50 on the south.
Area C is the "Cove" section of the city, which includes the'ViIlage". Area D is the area south
of Tampico extended/Avenue 50, excluding the Village and the Cove areas. Map 1-1 show
these Planning Areas.
Two community workshops were held by the Commission during the first quarter of calendar
year 1992. The public attendance at these workshops greatly assisted the staff and the
Commission in formulating the goals and strategies discussed later in this document. In
addition, over forty letters were received expressing the senders desires for various park and
recreation facilities and services within the City. This draft document reflects public comment
as well as the ideas, expertise and energies of the Community Services Commission members,
and the City staff.
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II. Population Analysis
II. Population Analysis
Accurate planning for parks and recreation facilities relies upon an understanding of the
people who live in the community. Population levels are the major determinant of the
amount of acreage of parkland and number of individual facilities to be provided. Population
characteristics such as age, income, ethnicity, and family composition are important factors in
determining appropriate types of recreation facilities and programs.
Population Growth
The population of the City of La Quinta in 1990 was 11,215, based on the 1990 U.S. Census
data. Historically, the City of La Quinta experienced its most dramatic growth between 1986
and 1992, when its population grew 106%, from 7,170 in 1986 to its current State of
California Department of Finance estimated population of 14,840.
Future growth will be closely tied to the provision of substantial infrastructure improvements
called for in the updated General Plan. The improvements will make development of the
northernmost and eastern portions of the City more feasible. It is difficult to predict the rate
of population increase due to the uncertainty of when transportation and other infrastructure
improvements will be made. It is also difficult to predict the rate of residential development
and economic growth in light of the current regional economic conditions. Coachella Valley
Association of Governments (NAG) predictions are for a population 31,775 in 2010, wfiile
the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) prediction for 2010 is 47,926.
Based on General Plan development assumptions, ultimate build out population will reach
approximately 59,779.
Table II -1 POPULATION GROWTH PROJECTIONS
Year
1990
1995
2000
2005
2010
CVAG Projections
11,215
16,348
22,472
27,001
31,775
City Planning Dept.
11,215
24,753
32,460
36,662
41,501
SCAG Projections
11,215
31,908
39,534
44,270
47,926
Age Distribution
Age structure is important because different age groups demand different kinds of services.
For instance, young children require safe play areas, youth require supervised programs,
younger adults will likely demand opportunities for active recreation and an older population
will require opportunities which meet their health, socialization and leisure needs.
Table 11 - 2 shows the age distribution based on the 1986 Special Census and 1990 U. S.
Census. The age distribution comparison is a difficult task, in that the City did not incorporate
until 1982, and therefore there is a small amount of reliable data available for contrasting
purposes. The table shows a change in the age make up of the La Quinta community. Most
notable is the increase in the older year round population in La Quinta.
Table II - 2 AGE DISTRIBUTION - La Quinta Area
1986 Special Census 1990 U.S. Census % Increase
Youth (1986 Special Census listed 15 and under)
0-4
1073
5-11
1449
12-15 2182
577
42%
16-19 314
480
52°
Subtotal 2496
3579
43%
Adults
20-24
485
689
42%
25-29
891
1064
19%
30-34
813
1162
43%
35-39
663
987
49%
40-44
371
716
93%
45-49
252
530
110%
50-54
279
465
67%
55-59
260
487
87
Subtotal 4014
6100
52%
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Table II-2 (Con't.)
Seniors
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80-84
85+.
1986 Special Census 1990 U.S. Census % Increase
Subtotal
TOTAL
(Youth, Adults, Seniors)
296
463
56%
324
454
40%
183
326
78%
84
181
115%
41
70
71 %
26
42
62
954
1536
61%
7464
11,215
50.26%
Cultural Composition
Typically, cultural composition of a neighborhood should be evaluated when new parks or
improvements are being planned and designed so that the unique cultural interests of various
ethnic, age, and economic groups can be accommodated and recognized. The City and the
park designer both must take care to ensure that such an evaluation works to the benefit of
the several different cultures, and the community overall.
Table II - 3 highlights some of the cultural elements of each Area of the City of La Quinta, as
delineated for this Master Plan. The ethnic mix in Areas A and C are notable, as these two
areas are reflective of the city's percentage of racial character. City-wide the ethnic
composition is 70% white, 26% Hispanic, 1.5% black, and 2.5% other race.
In Area A, whites make up 73% of the community, and Hispanics 25%. In Area C, which is
the most diverse community of the city, whites make up 65% of the community, and
Hispanics 31 %. Area C has the highest concentration of blacks and "others" in the city, as
well. In contrast, Area B has 7% Hispanic, and Area D has 5% Hispanic. Neither Area's B nor
D has more than .5% black population. The balance is predominately white.
The city is almost exactly 50% male and 50% female. Finally, the seasonal vacancy status of
existing homes shows that Areas B and D have the largest "second home" number, whereas
Area C is the most heavily populated area with year round residents.
Table II - 3 CULTURAL COMPOSITION - La Quinta by Master Plan Area
Census Item Area A Area B Area C Area D
Persons 1241 1276 8116 582
Sex
Male 621 635 4097 272
Female 620 641 4019 279
Race
White
897
1149
5235
536
Hispanic
310
101
2502
31
Black
7
4
172
5
Other
27
22
207
10
Vacancy Status
Seasonal
141
580
193
733
Housing Units
839 1351 3009 1213
General Household Demographics
Table II-4 (based on the 1990 U. S. Census) indicates that the city's four Planning Areas vary
in terms of the types of households and the families residing in them. Area C has the highest
number of persons per household, whereas Area D has the lowest.
It appears that the majority of the younger families of La Quinta reside in the Cove area. This
is understandable given the relative cost of housing for the Cove area versus the other three
Planning Areas.
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Table II - 4 GENERAL HOUSEHOLD DEMOGRAPHICS (by Area)
Field
Area A
Area B
Area C
Area D
Persons
1241
1276
8116
582
Housing Units
839
1351
3009
1213
Persons Per
Occupied Unit
2.22
2.29
3.12
1.96
Persons Per
Family
2.64
2.61
3.47
2.26
Households
By Size and Type
-Male
64
44
196
37
-Female
73
58
176
32
-Married
with children
109
106
1000
22
-Married w/
no children
171
299
585
176
- Female w/
children
(no husband)
27
8
239
3
- Male w/
children
(no wife)
13
3
89
1
Home Value
(median)
$169,450
$219,800
$104,660
$383,800
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III. Analysis of Supply
III. Analysis of Supply
Existing Park Acreage
The City of La Quinta contains approximately 28.7 acres of developed parkland for Quimby
Act purposes. The 845.0 acre regional Lake Cahuilla County Park is situated within the
boundaries of the City of La Quinta, but it is not included this park analysis because it does
not serve the same needs as a standard municipal park (locality, access, and amenities). With
a current population of 14,840, the City'contains 1.93 acres per thousand, which is well
below the Quimby Act standard of 3 acres per thousand. As indicated in Table III-1, the City
of La Quinta contains a significantly lower amount of parkland than provided by most
Riverside County and California Parks and Recreation Society District XI agencies (of which La
Quinta is a member agency). Desert cities as a whole are lower than their inland
counterparts, probably due to the prolific gated, private golf developments of the desert
region.
Comparative Park Acreage and Standards - District XI Cities - Table III-1
City Population Acres of Parkland Acres/1000
F1_17710=
Cathedral City
34,100
22
.64
Desert Hot Springs
13,800
37
2.68
Indio
40,378
43
1.05
Palm Desert
24,817
62
3.02
Palm Springs
44,300
142
3.22
Twenty-nine Palms
12,200
42
3.50
A.B. Acre n000 2.35
Other District XI Cities
Corona
83,522
168
2.01
Lake Elsinore
22,102
50.375
2.27
Montclair
25,247
71
2.81
Moreno Valley
132,112
151
1.14
Needles
6,120
35
5.83
Norco
24,877
104
4.18
Ontario
142,386
368
2.58
Perris
28,289
59
2.08
Rancho Cucamonga
115,692
247.75
2.14
Redlands
64,452
408
6.33
Riverside
238,112
1490
6.26
Victorville
51,254
103
2.06
Avg. Aaes/1ow 3.30
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Deficiencies of Park Acreage Based on Current Population
The City of La Quinta General Plan establishes a standard of three acres of neighborhood and
community parkland for each thousand residents. This standard is identified in the General
Plan Policy 5-2.1.1.
The formula for estimating parkland dedications is designated in the General Plan Parks and
Recreation Element Policy 5-2.1.3. Where:
"M" = Minimum Acreage Dedication
"pd" = Number of persons projected to reside
in the project area (based on the
1990 U.S. Census figure for persons
per occupied dwelling unit)
"p" = 1,000 population
"pa" = park acreage standard, currently 3 acres
Thus the formula is: M = JPd x pa
P
The City's current population is 14,840, and the current acreage of neighborhood and
community parks totals 28.7. The standard established in the General Plan would reflect an
existing shortfall of 15.82 acres of parkland in the city; there should be 44.52 acres in existing
parkland.
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan supports a standard of 3.0 acres per thousand residents
and recommends that it be maintained by assessing the City's position every five years during
the Master Plan update, and that any inequities be addressed during the following five year
period via a capital improvement plan.
Upon first examination, it would appear that the small deficiency in parkland is not a
significant issue. However, the distribution is such that some neighborhoods have an
adequate amount of acreage while other neighborhoods are inadequately served. Table III-3
indicates those areas where neighborhood facilities are inadequately developed. Significant
deficiencies exist in Area A, which is bordered by Washington, Highway 111, Dune Palms
and Fred Waring; and Area D, which is bordered by the southern and eastern City limits,
Bermudas extended on the west, and Tampico/Avenue 50 extended.
It should be noted that with a buildout population of 59,779, the eventual need for
neighborhood and community parkland will reach 179.33 acres. The Areas designated for
park planning purposes will need to assessed on an annual basis to determine how and where
residential development is occurring so as to update the Capital Improvement Plan
accordingly, thus reflecting growth demand for park facilities and recreational programming.
Parkland Acreage Deficiencies by Area - Table III-3
PlanninkArea Existing Population Existiny& eage Acreage Balance
Area A
1241
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-3.72
Area B
1276
18.2
+14.37
Area C
8116
9.8
-14.52
Area D
582
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Inventory of Existing Facilities
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
EISENHOWER COVE MINI PARK
Location: Calle Colima and Eisenhower Drive
Size: .3 acres
Amenities: Tot Play Structure; Picnic Table; Park Bench
Programmed Activities: None
Discussion: Because this is the only park located in the upper
section of the Cove area (Area Q, it is used extensively by
young families with toddlers and preschoolers. The key
use times are in the mornings and early evening. It has
also been the target of graffiti and abuse.
Recommendations: Maintenance needs to be scheduled and prioritized;
gazebo structure with a concrete pad and barbecue
would be appropriate; more night security lighting critical
at this site.
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FRITZ B. BURNS PARK
Location: Avenida Bermudas and Avenue 52
Size: 3 acres are developed currently (9.62)
Amenities: Eight Tennis Courts; Picnic Table; Park Bench;
Drinking Fountain; Information Sign; portable toilets.
Programmed Activities: Tennis lessons; tennis clinics.
Discussion: Currently under design for improvements and
development of remaining 6.62 acres.
Recommendations: Proceed with completion of design and develop financing
plan for construction. Pool facility is most requested
amenity for this site. Recommend discussion of creating
a Mello -Roos District within the Cove for the financing of
the park improvements for this site. Community Center
needed to replace CVRPD Community Park facility
should Village urban design be pursued.
CVRPD COMMUNITY PARK (VILLAGE PARK)
Location: Avenida Montezuma and Avenida Mendoza
Size: 6.5 acres
Amenities: One lighted Ballfield; Community Center which includes
a stage, open space/conference area, commercial
kitchen; Three Drinking Fountains; Preschool Play
Structures; Out door Latrines; Gazebo; Shade Structure;
Four Picnic Tables; Three Basketball Backboards and
Rims on one and a half courts.
Programmed Activities: Support groups; adult softball; youth softball; youth
baseball; leisure enrichment classes; summer camp;
holiday events.
Discussion: Basketball courts receive daily use, especially by local
teens. Community Center typically at full schedule on a
quarterly basis. Play structure used daily, primarily in the
mornings by young families.
Recommendations: Out door latrines need to be razed and replaced with
concrete and stainless structure; building appears to need
structural maintenance and refurbishing if to remain.
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Location:
Size:
Amenities:
Programmed Activities:
Avenue 50 and Park Avenue
18.6 acres
Six Ballfields; Four overlaid Soccer Fields; Service
Structure (two restrooms, snackbar, office, storage);
Amphitheater.
AYSO Soccer; La Quinta Sports and Youth Pony Baseball
and Softball; school and rented uses.
Discussion: This facility is a joint -use, leased property from the Desert
Sands Unified School District. It is maintained by the City
at a cost of nearly $50,000 annually, but is used
exclusively by the elementary and middle schools during
the school year academic hours. The City currently
manages the facility. Primary users are AYSO soccer and
LQSYA little league baseball program.
Recommendations: Design needs to incorporate multi -use concept, including
sand volleyball, picnic areas, and par course. More trees
are needed. A track facility needs to be considered in the
back section of the Complex where the West Indio
Middle School previously resided.
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Inventory of Existing Recreation Programs
La Quinta is unique in the area of recreation programming because of the fad that there are
three prominent, leisure service agencies operating in the city. With the City Council
considering entering the recreation service arena, it would appear on the surface that there is
potential for competing programs and overlap. However, with closer scrutiny, there is
actually little overlap. The La Quinta Recreation Federation (all leisure providers in La Quinta
are members of this ad hoc committee) has been helpful in sorting out conflicts and alleviating
duplication.
The three providers are the Coachella Valley Recreation and Park District (CVRPD), the
Family Young Men's Christian Association of the Desert (YMCA), and the Coachella Valley
Boys and Girls Club (CVBGC). The CVRPD provides a broad array of services, from leisure
enrichment classes and sports leagues to summer camps and trips. Child care is the main
element of the YMCA's services in La Quinta, which they perform cooperatively with the City.
The CVBGC has focused on youth in the middle school age range, with some overlap into the
younger and older age ranges. Their programs are directed at all children of the community,
though they have been very successful at reaching at -risk youth in the community, and their
staff is comfortable working with "difficult' youngsters.
The City of La Quinta has ventured into the parks and recreation field by the hiring of a Parks
and Recreation Manager in September of 1991. The position is responsible for primarily park
development, including the design, development planning, construction and management of
park facilities.
However, it has been implied that the City was interested in pursuing recreation programming
as well. To this extent, the City staff has organized one special event (Tenth Anniversary
Parade) and has written and managed grants for the purpose of providing low cost tennis
camps, clinics and lessons to youth and adults of the community. These programs have been
successful. Full funding for the current fiscal year for proposed programming is not approved
as of yet, pending negotiations between the City and recreation district.
A deciding issue which needs to be addressed by the City Council is whether the City will
pursue full service recreation programming. This policy decision has important ramifications.
The detachment process which the Council has discussed on several occasions during the last
seven years has hinged on meeting LAFCO requirements, one major requirement being the
City embarking on full leisure programming, including staff provision.
For planning purposes, this master plan assumes that the Council desires to pursue City
sponsored, full service recreation programming in the desire to provide higher quality
programming and accessibility to residents.
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Recreation Programming Descriptions
Agency: Coachella Valley Recreation and Park District
Location: 45-116 Commerce Street, Indio
Director: Don Martin, District Manager
Program Site(s): CVRPD Community (Village) Park and Community Center,
Fritz Bums Community Park Tennis Courts, Desert Sands
Unified School District sites.
Programs Offered: Support Groups for adults and children; Youth basketball league;
Adult softball league, youth softball and baseball leagues;
volleyball league; Leisure enrichment classes (dance, fitness,
tennis, martial arts, performing arts, cooking, arts and crafts);
field trips and excursions; youth soccer; summer camp; Easter
egg hunt; track and field and cross country; various teen
activities.
Agency: Boys and Girls Club of the Coachella Valley
Location: 83-100 Date Street, Indio
Director: Jim Ducatte, Executive Director
Program Site(s): CVRPD Community (Village) Park; Desert Sands Unified School
District sites.
Programs Offered: Youth basketball league; Youth softball league; Youth volleyball
league; Youth field trips; Youth arts and crafts classes; Youth
cooking classes; reading assistance; educational workshops;
community service projects; youth leadership groups; teen
activities.
Agency: Family Young Men's Christian Association of the Desert (YMCA)
Location: 43-930 San Pablo Avenue, Palm Desert
Director: Jerry Hundt, General Director
Program Site(s): City of La Quinta Community and Daycare Center; Desert Sands
Unified School District sites.
Programs Offered: Preschool, before and after school child care. Summer camp.
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IV. Analysis of Demand
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IV. Analysis of Demand
Parks and Recreation Master Plan Survey
A demand assessment survey was conducted in 1989 by the City staff, and the data then
analyzed and tabulated by The Resource Group of Riverside (a professional data analysis
firm). Over 6,500 surveys were mailed to La Quinta households, and 1,024 were returned.
A copy of the questionnaire, and the Survey analysis by The Resource Group are included in
the Appendix. Significant findings in the survey are as follows:
1. Teens and children between the ages of 5-12 are the age groups which respondents felt
the City should direct their leisure programs and resources toward. This feeling is strong and
certain. Adults, preschool, and seniors follow in the ranking.
2. Of park facility amenities, a multipurpose recreation center was the number one choice of
the residents city-wide. A municipal pool was second. These were followed by a trails
system; picnic areas; tennis courts; baseball fields; basketball courts; a municipal golf course;
and other facilities.
3. Of parks by type, neighborhood parks were favored. Community parks, larger and usually
containing more amenities than a neighborhood park, were second. Tot parks were third.
4. Respondents felt that Fritz Burns Park should be the first park facility constructed. The
Community Park -North project was listed as second. The Bear Creek Channel trail and park
system was third. Improvements at the Sports Complex including more trees, shade
structures and picnic areas, as well as sand volleyball courts, was then favored.
5. In regards to funding methods of parks and facilities, respondents felt that developer
financed parks was the most desirable method. However, corporate sponsorship of park
construction and community fundraising were very popular as well. More traditional methods
followed: City tax revenue, user fees, and assessment districts.
6. As to programming priorities, youth sports programs was the dominant, unequivocal
choice. Cultural events was the second most mentioned, followed by adult sports programs;
trips for youth, adults and seniors; leisure enrichment classes; aquatics programs, senior
programs; holiday events; and finally drama programming followed in order.
7. The highest rated park or recreation site for having a high level of maintenance was the
Eisenhower Mini park (Cove Mini park). The Bear Creek Channel bike trail was second. The
Sports Complex and CVRPD Community Park followed.
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8. Park amenities which should be included in a community park were ranked by the
respondents. There were five selections which overshadowed the remaining of the ten
possible choices. The top five were restrooms, picnic areas, many trees, shade structures, and
play structures.
9. The survey indicated that, of the 1,024 respondents, 16% are in need of child care during
work hours. The work hours standard was used as the most critical element in the spectrum
of need. The survey results are indicative of the need for greater coordination of services
within the community, as well as the need for better publicity of existing services.
10. Finally, it is noteworthy that respondents feel strongly about lighting in parks. Eighty four
percent said that they would like parks lit for night use, security and effect.
Public Workshops Summary
On Monday, February 24, 1992, the Community Services Commission conducted a public
forum for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. On Thursday, April 2, the Commission
conducted a joint public forum with the La Quinta Middle School and Adams/Truman
Elementary School PTA's. This second forum attempted to draw in both students and
parents.
The forums were attended by 63 people collectively, and several individuals chose to
participate by approaching the microphone and sharing their desires for park and recreation
programming and facilities. The key points derived from these forums were:
1. A communitypool is needed, preferably located at Fritz Burns Park. Several persons in
attendance expressed the desire to replace the pool which once existed at the Desert Club,
which was presumably used extensively by Cove residents. It was suggested that the pool not
be located near schools, as this creates difficulties with competing uses rather than having it
available for community programming. This Master Plan concurs with these opinions.
2. More bike paths are needed which are safe and interconnect the various planning zones.
There was considerable comment about the geography of the city, and the potential for the
"we" and "them" mentality to set in as the city develops, and the planning areas become more
and more isolated from each other. Connectability was encouraged through healthy and
environmentally preferable methods of transportation: bike and pedestrian paths, and the
use of the bus system.
3. Teen center which provides a myriad of activities for youth, including weights, organized
sports programs, and leisure classes. The youth in attendance favored a youth center which
provided activities which were both traditional and alternative, passive and active.
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4. A skatepark was verypopular with adults and youth in attendance. A park which
accommodated skating, rollerblading and skateboarding was requested.
Other Public Input Received
Letters were encouraged as an alternative to attending the public forums. The Master Plan
received forty three letters from residents, of which twenty one were from youth requesting a
skatepark.
Other letters mentioned the desire to see a park or open space policy developed for the area
in the south cove which is currently maintained as open space. The concern seemed to
center on keeping it wholly natural, or partially so with a small play field area. Also, there
were comments of concern regarding the need for a pool; the confusion of whether the City
was building a recreation department or not; the need to better maintain our existing
facilities; and the need for indoor recreation programming.
A Youth Survey was conducted by the Leadership Class (coordinated by Chris Jameson) at La
Quinta Middle School for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Six hundred and twenty
four young teens responded using a questionnaire and a Scantron answer system. The
following were the most notable opinions of the survey:
All respondents said that they would like to have a teen center
86% like activities where they can socialize
Table game - passive games - are very popular
Arcades and billiards/pool were rated highly as a leisure activities
Art and music classes and events were rated moderately
Fitness classes received a 77% favorability rating
Going to music concerts had one of the highest ratings
The youth survey was conducted by the students, and was a noble effort, and the results are
included in this Master Plan as merely indicative of the general opinion of the youth at the
middle school.
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V. Standards and Definitions
V. STANDARDS AND DEFINITIONS
Much effort has been expended in research and at the academic level in the development of
planning standards for provision of park and recreation facilities. Standards have been
developed that address acreage of parkland per a given population (usually expressed as
acres/1000 populations), appropriate number of individual facilities such as tennis courts or
football fields, park location, area served by different types of parks, and numerous other
factors. The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) standards (see appendix) have
been recognized by many agencies as minimum guidelines intended to be modified based on
local conditions. The national standards are meant to be a flexible planning tool. It is
recognized that what is appropriate for some cities will not work in others.
The park classification system developed by the NRPA is a useful device for categorizing and
analyzing existing parks, and planning for the future. The NRPA defines six distinct park and
recreation facilities types, defines preferred sizes, and defines a theoretical area served by
each. This classification system is used as a starting point for this master plan. Detailed
definitions and standards for each park or facility type developed specifically for La Quinta
are included in this chapter.
Acreage Standards
This master plan recommends a standard of 3 acres per 1,000 population. The standard is in
keeping with similar standards which have been developed in other southeastern California
cities (see Table III-1), though is less than the NRPA standard (5 acres/1000). However, the
City standard is in keeping with the City's goal to become the premier city in the Coachella
Valley.
It is important to note that the standard refers to neighborhood and community parks only.
A (5) acre standard is considered the minimum acreage by NRPA acceptable for traditional
active and passive recreation pursuits, such as sports, picnicking, and children's play. The City
should provide other types of facilities in an amount over and above the 5 acre standard.
Such facilities include linear parks, trails, bicycle/pedestrian pathways, water bodies, and
open space/conservation areas.
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COMMUNITY PARK STANDARDS
DEFINITION: Large park that includes passive and active recreation facilities that
serve the entire city or a substantial portion of the city.
A community park should include the facilities that are also
typically found at neighborhood and mini parks.
SERVICE AREA: Up to four mile radius
SIZE: 10 acres or larger
ACREAGE STANDARD: 3 acres/1000 population minimum
SITE CHARACTERISTICS:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Configuration Contiguous usable (non -linear) shape, with level terrain to
accommodate active recreation.
Acness4ocation - Locate on an arterial or collector street.
- Provide at least two major street frontages.
- Provide connection to pedestrian and bicycle routes.
- Locate to minimize conflicts with residential areas.
Character Has desirable visual and natural attributes for passive
recreation, such as waterway frontage or significant
vegetation.
Outdoorspoits - Regulation facilities for organized league practice and play
for softball, baseball, and/or soccer.
- Bleachers, restrooms, and concession stands at league
sports facilities.
- Tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts,
handball courts, and practice wall.
- Lighting for outdoor sports facilities.
Passive Recreation - Jogging path, minimum one mile long.
- Open turf area for casual games, minimum two acres.
Special Facility Community parks should include at least one special facility
such as a pool, community center, gymnasium, or
amphitheater.
PiayAreas -Tot lot forages 2-5, minimum one. Play lot forages 6-12,
minimum one.
- Should include climbing structures, other apparatus, sand
Play, and water play.
- All play experiences must be handicap accessible
(federal requirement).
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COMMUNITY PARK -STANDARDS (continued)
famidyftnicAreas - Shaded and wind -protected area.
- Tables for 6-8 people each.
- Barbecue facilities.
- Locate adjacent to open turf or play areas.
Group Picnic Area - Shaded and wind -protected area.
- Picnic tables, serving tables, and barbecue facilities for 200
persons minimum.
- Restroom facilities nearby.
- Play area nearby.
- Locate adjacent to open turf area and away from nearby
residential areas.
Parking Off-street, street, minimum 100 spaces.
Restrooms Permanent restroom buildings, minimum one per each 10
acres.
Lighting - Provide lighting at athletic fields and courts, parking lots,
and pathways.
- Design to prevent glare and spillover into adjacent
residential areas.
reiephone - Provide public phones accessible at all times.
- Locate throughout park at reasonable intervals for safety.
Bicyde Parking Lockable parking at suitable locations throughout park
Pathway System Provide multi -use paved paths, minimum ten -feet wide, for
service and emergency access and police
surveillance.
OPTIONAL ELEMENTS - Natural habitat area.
- Exercise course, 12 or 24 stations.
- Specialized sports facilities such as bocce ball courts or
putting green.
- Food concessions building
- Children's zoo.
- Community garden area.
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NEIGHBORHOOD PARK STANDARDS
DEFINITION: - Medium sized park that provides basic recreational activities for a
specific neighborhood.
- Typical neighborhood park facilities may be included as a portion
of a larger community park.
SERVICE AREA: - 1/2-mile radius to serve a single neighborhood, or populations up
to 5000.
SIZE: .3 to 10 acres.
ACREAGE STANDARDS: 3 acres/ 1000 population minimum.
SITE CHARACTERISTICS:
Configuration Contiguous, usable (non -linear) shape, with level terrain to
accommodate casual (non -organized) sports
activities.
Acc:ess4ocarion - Locate on a collector or arterial street.
- Provide two major street frontages if possible.
- Provide connection to pedestrian and bicycle routes.
- Locate centrally within neighborhood.
- Locate adjacent to schools where possible. May be
combined with school grounds as a'school-park".
Character - May contain natural features for passive recreation, such
as water body or significant vegetation.
- Should contain large trees for shade and windbreak.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
Passive Recmation - Open turf area for non -organized sports, minimum one
acre, two acres or more desirable.
- Pathway system for walkingfjogging.
PiayAreas - Tot lot for ages 2-5.
- Play lot for ages 6-12.
- Should include climbing structures, other apparatus and
sand play areas.
- All play areas must be handicap accessible (federal law).
farridyPicnkAreas - Shaded and wind -protected area.
- Minimum three tables for 6-8 people each.
Drinking fountain Minimum one, handicap accessible.
Bicycle Parking Lockable parking, minimum one location.
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NEIGHBORHOOD PARK STANDARDS (CON'T.)
Lighting Pathway, security lighting.
Shade Provide shade structure where natural shade from trees is
insufficient.
OPTIONAL ELEMENTS: - Tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, handball
courts, or practice wall.
- Barbecue facilities at family picnic tables.
- Off-street parking for 10 to 30 cars.
- Restroom building.
- Exercise course or duster.
- Water play or wading pool.
- Practice baseball diamond, not lighted.
SCHOOL PARK STANDARDS
DEFINITION: - City park facilities that are developed in cooperation with the
School District and are located in part or entirely on
School District lands.
- Joint city/school parks should be designed to allow access to
children's play areas during the hours of 9am to 3pm,
Monday through Friday, in addition to non -school hours.
- The basic intent is to provide neighborhood park -type facilities.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS: - Generally contains open turf areas, baseball/softball fields, soccer
fields, and children's play areas.
- Other features should conform to the neighborhood park
standards.
RECREATION CORRIDOR STANDARDS
DEFINITION: Linear corridors designed for recreational travel including
hiking, biking, rest -stops and horseback riding.
SERVICE AREA Located to serve the entire city and link residential areas with
other park system components.
SIZE: Sufficient width to accommodatethe use and protect the adjacent
resource.
ACREAGE STANDARDS: No standard.
SITE CHARACTERISTICS: - Open space corridors developed along publicly controlled
retention areas and wash areas.
- Minimum 25 feet wide, maximum 50 to 100 feet.
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RECREATION CORRIDOR STANDARDS (CON'T.)
BASIC AMENITIES:
- Bicycle/pedestrian path, 10 feet wide.
- Trailhead areas with benches or picnic tables, informational
signage.
- Public telephone available at all times, located at reasonable
intervals for safety.
- Play equipment and exercise stations
OPTIONAL AMENITIES: - Lighting.
- Drinking fountain.
Equestrian path, soft surface separate from bicyde/pedestrian
path.
SPECIALTACILITY STANDARDS
DEFINITION - A facility such as a community center, athletic complex, aquatic
center, or other cultural or athletic facility that services a
specific need for a portion of the city's population.
SERVICE AREA:
The entire city.
SIZE: Varies.
LOCATION: Maybe includedwithin a community park or maybe at a
separate location.
FACILITY TYPES: - Community Center, with auditorium, meeting (may be combined)
rooms, classroom space, offices, indoor recreation space,
crafts room, exercise space, etc.
- Indoor gymnasium.
- Aquatics complex.
- Combined "swim/ gym".
- Child care facility.
- Community theater, indoor.
- Outdoor theater.
- Sports complex for adults, youth, or both.
- Senior center.
- Teen center.
- Community art center.
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COMMERCIAUPROFESSIONAL RECREATION PARK STANDARDS
DEFINITION: A multi -purpose recreation area that provides for the needs of the
local employment base as well as the residential
community.
SERVICE AREA : Up to four -mile radius
SIZE: Varies
ACREAGE STANDARD: - 0.13 acres/1,000 sq. ft. industrial space
- 0.28 acres / 1,000 sq. ft. office space
SITE CHARACTERISTICS: Same as for Community Park.
POTENTIAL COMPONENTS: - May contain a combination of features found in community or
neighborhood parks.
- Outdoor sports fields.
- Tennis, basketball, and/or volleyball courts.
- Passive sitting/eating areas.
- Group picnic area.
- Tot lot.
- Restroom.
- Daycare facility.
- Meeting rooms/community center.
- Gymnasium.
SPORTS AND SPECIAL USE FACILITY STANDARDS
Softball Fields (adult): -1 field per 10,000 population.
- Provide adequate number of lighted fields for adult league play.
Baseball Fields (youth): 1 field per 4,000 population.
Soccer Fields: 1 field per 5,000 population.
Sizes of fields may vary; fields should accommodate various
age groups of participating players.
Football Fields:
Tennis Courts
Basketball Courts:
field per 30,000 population.
1 court per 2,000 population.
1 court per 2,000 population.
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(outdoor)
SPORTS AND SPECIAL USE FACILITY STANDARDS (CON'T.)
Public Golf Course: (1) 18-hole course per 25,000 population.
Outdoor Theater: - 1 theater per 30,000 population.
- Provide amphitheater seating for 600 to 1 ,200 people.
Indoor Theater: - 1 community theater for the City.
- 350 to 1000 seat capacity.
Community Center: 1 center per 25,000 population.
- Provide meeting rooms, office space, kitchen, performing
arts space, indoor and outdoor recreation facilities,
dassroom space.
Senior Center: -1 center per 25,000 population.
- May be combined with Community Center.
Teen Center: - 1 center per 25,000 population.
- May be combined with Community Center.
Swimming Pool: 1 pool per 15,000 population.
Pool size and configuration should accommodate organized
youth and adult team swimming; recreational lap
swimming; classes; and accessibility for the physically
disabled, frail elderly, and young children.
Gymnasium: - 1 gym per 20,000 population.
- Provide for uninterrupted sports use during evenings and
weekends.
Child Care Center: - 1 center per 2,500 children underage 12.
- Should be combined with either a community park or elementary
school
- Design review committee should include parents, children, child
care professional, education professional, and recreation
professional.
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VI. Goals, Objectives, and Policies
VI. Goals, Objectives, and Policies
The following objectives and policies are provided as a statement of the City's intention to
establish a city-wide system of public parks and recreation facilities that adequately serves the
residents of La Quinta. The Objectives are broad goals or statements of purpose that provide
overall guidance. Policies are specific action items which help to implement the Objectives.
Objective 1: Park System Development
Develop a high-qualitypublic park system with adequate space and facilities to
provide an appropriate mix of recreation activities for the City's residents and
workforce.
Policies
1.1 Develop one or more multipurpose, community centers in appropriate
locations as a high priority. The first such center shall be a senior center which
accommodates other functions when not in use as a senior center.
1.2 Neighborhood parks (.3-10 acres) shall be located within convenient distance
of all residents of subdivision.
1.3 Neighborhood parks shall be integrated into, and become focal points of, new
residential neighborhoods.
1.4 Emphasize joint use of school facilities, especially when developing facilities
such as gymnasiums and swimming pools.
1.5 Parks should be designed, located, and oriented in such a way as to facilitate
security, policing, and maintenance.
1.6 New park and recreation facilities shall provide shade and wind protection to
facilitate year round use.
1.7 New high activity level parks, and parks intended for night use, shall be
designed to buffer existing and planned surrounding residential areas from excessive
noise, light, and other potential nuisances.
1.8 Emphasize the use of drought tolerant and resistant landscaping in the
development of City parks.
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1.9 Assign high priority to developing new neighborhood parks in those areas
currently and historically underserved.
1.10 Concentrate acquisition and development effort on parcels of two acres or
greater in size to promote economy of maintenance and the provision of a wide range
of recreation activities.
1.11 Include typical mini park improvements in new neighborhood and community
parks rather than develop new mini parks, which can be inefficient and difficult to
maintain.
1.12 Require quality, professional planning and design services for all new park and
facilities development.
1.13 Conduct public hearings as an integral part of the design process for all new
park and recreation facilities, utilizing the Community Services Commission as the
appropriate and Council designated body and forum for the conduct of such
discussion.
1.14 Develop a network of bicycle paths or trails to link individual components of
the park system and our various, non -gated residential areas.
1.15 Design and installation of all new play areas and equipment shall conform to
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and State Title 24 requirements.
1.16 Provide night lighting of tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, and
other facilities to increase usability and enhance security.
1.17 Develop General Plan identified park sites rather than accepting developer
dedications in areas not designated for park placement. Accept in lieu fees to satisfy
developer Quimby requirements in areas where parks are not called for in the
General Plan.
Objective 2: Recreation and Community Services Programs
Provide a range of leisure, recreational, human service, and cultural programs and
facilities that are accessible and affordable to all segments of the community.
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2.1 Develop and maintain balanced recreation services that address the diverse
needs of the various age and interest groups in La Quinta.
2.2 Encourage programs and activities of local interest.
2.3 Ensure that residents of La Quinta are given first priority in participation in City
sponsored recreation programs, activities, and leagues, and in the use of City facilities
for such activities.
2.4 Develop cooperative agreements with the Desert Sand Unified School District
for the use of school facilities for City sponsored recreation programs.
2.5 The community shall be consulted in the design and implementation of
recreation programs, especially seeking input from students and seniors in programs
designed for their respective age groups.
2.6 Offer nature study programs to create community awareness and sensitivity to
open space and natural habitat within the City, and our regional desert and mountain
areas.
2.7 Develop exhibit areas for local artists within public spaces such as municipal
buildings, community centers, and shopping centers.
2.8 Assist private, nonprofit youth recreation providers in accomplishing their
programmatic goals within the context of the city of La Quinta.
2.9 Periodically survey community attitudes and preferences concerning
recreational programs, utilizing a statistically valid survey methodology.
Objective 3: Private Recreation Facilities
The City shall promote the provision of private recreation facilities to meet a portion of
the park and recreation needs which result from gated residential development.
Policies
3.1 Promote the inclusion of private outdoor and indoor recreation facilities in
large residential and commercial projects as a benefit to residents and employees,
respectively, as a means of reducing demand on public facilities.
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3.2 Encourage the development of golf courses in conjunction with major new
residential projects. Privately developed golf courses should be available to City
residents at a reasonable cost.
3.3 Promote the development of commercial recreational facilities that meet
workforce needs, and complement public parks, facilities, and programs.
3.4 Park and recreation facilities developed in conduction with new residential
developments shall be eligible for satisfaction of land dedication and park impact fees
required by the City, provided that the location and intent of the park is in accord with
the spirit and intent of the Parks Master Plan and General Plan standards and
requirements. Such privately developed facilities shall be subject to the approval of
the Parks and Recreation Manager.
Objective 4: Child Care Facilities and Services
The City shall ensure that qualily child care facilities and services exist for the families
who reside and work in the La Quinta city limits.
Policies
4.1 Create a child care task force, or committee of the Community Services
Commission whose initial focus is to develop a City child care policy and
comprehensive plan.
4.2 Encourage residential and commercial development to include the needs for
child care facilities and services within their development plans, or initiate a child care
fee assessed to commercial, retail, and office development for subsidization of child
care facility construction and programming.
4.3 Assist in grant writing, collection of data, dissemination of information regarding
services, and other activities which assists families of the La Quinta community in
making healthy choices in meeting their child care needs. Community Services
Department will be department which coordinates the City's efforts.
4.4 Target areas of need for the placement of facilities, locating child care sites in
park, school or residential settings.
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VII. Action Plan for Park Development
VII. Action Plan for Park Development
The park system proposed by this Master Plan is composed of several different park types,
each of which satisfies a particular recreation demand. The five park categories are:
Neighborhood Park
Community Park
Recreation Corridor Park (Pathway Park)
Special Facility
Commercial/Professional Recreation Park
The plan is intended to achieve a balance of park types best suited to the residents and
workforce of La Quinta. Parks are sited to take advantage of the city's mountain backdrop
and provide convenient access within reasonable distances to the area to be served. Public
land ownership, availability, and conformance with current zoning and General Plan
designations are also considered.
A series of recreation corridors located along washes and flood retention areas is proposed to
tie together the park system and link it with residential areas. A network of bicycle routes
would create even more connections to the proposed park system, which is why this Master
Plan supports the concept of a Trails and Bikeway Master Plan which would serve as a
supplement to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
Proposed Park System
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan diagram (Map VII -1) illustrates the proposed system of
parks, recreation and community service facilities to serve the buildout population of 59,779.
Implementation of this plan will require detailed planning and design. It will be important to
involve the community in the planning process on a case by case basis. A description of each
proposed facility follows, organized by facility type.
Regional Parks
A regional park, as defined by National Recreation and Parks Association, contains a
minimum of 200 acres, serves several communities within one hour driving time, and
generally is organized around areas of unique natural resources, such as lakes or dramatic
topography. Regional parks are generally provided by county, state or federal agencies.
Because of the fad that the Lake Cahuilla Regional Park (county) is located within the city
limits, it is recommended that the City of La Quinta focus its' resources toward the park
categories mentioned above.
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Community Parks
La Quinta currently has one developed community park which serves the community in a
very limited fashion: this site being the La Quinta Sports Complex. The Complex provides
ballfields and soccer fields, but offers no family gathering nor non -field use recreational
opportunities. The Complex is bland and undeveloped. The Westward Ho/Community Park
- North, located on the future intersection of Adams and Westward Ho in northern La Quinta,
appears to be 3-5 years away from development due to financing constraints.
The logical solution at this point is to proceed with improvements at existing sites, and then
look to developing future community park sites. Existing and proposed community parks are
described below, with key numbers that correspond to the Master Plan Diagram, and the
Planning Area in which the existing or proposed park is located.
Westward Ho Community Park - A4
The landscape architecture firm of Purkiss-Rose/RSI, Inc. has designed a facility with close
public input, and staff and Community Service Commission scrutiny. The facility as designed
calls for two lit ball fields which have two soccer field overlays, a community center, natural
amphitheater, play structure, two tennis courts, basketball court, group picnic area and a
water feature.
The Master Plan Goals statements call for cooperation in the use of school facilities so that
duplication of facilities does not occur. Yet the day use of the new La Quinta High School
facilities, which will be located directly south and across the street from this park, will be
restricted due to school use. The ball fields at the high school will not be lit, either. This
would present a problem for recreation programming, as the Sports Complex fields are
impacted during seven of the twelve months of the year currently.
if the Miles Avenue Park is not dedicated as the location for a north area child care site, then
the community center should include a child care wing which provides services for north La
Quinta residents and some of the future commercial businesses along Highway 111. The
space should be 5,000-7,000 sq. ft., and should be designed per Master Plan Standards.
Financing for the improvements at this site, as with nearly all other facilities to be discussed in
this Master Plan, will require financing of some type other than Quimby fees. As indicated
later in the Plan, one or several bond methods are suggested. This facility and its' amenities
will be needed within three to five years.
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La Quinta Sports Complex - 81
The Sports Complex has been allocated funding through the General Plan in fiscal year 1992-
93 for design services. The Complex has some constraints as to types and locations of
amenities, as well as restrictions due to the exclusive use the School District is granted during
the daytime hours.
However, there is a need to design the Complex to be more user friendly and diverse. The
Complex should be the recipient of extensive tree plantings on the peripheral areas, and the
following amenities should be added: a shade structure, picnic area, barbecue, terraced
volleyball courts (sand), mow strips along all interior fence lines, additional drinking fountains,
tot lot play equipment, and ball field renovation (colt and pony level on field 5).
Maintenance at the Complex is of good quality, but costly. The City should consider placing
1.5 personnel at the Complex for year round maintenance.
Also, the issue of the school district's use of the northerly section of the Complex needs to be
resolved. The previous understanding was that when the West Indio Middle School vacated
the modulars, the City would be allowed develop the Sports Complex further, perhaps
including a track and football facility. This should be pursued as a high priority in paddand
acquisition.
Cove Community Park - C6
Because of the location of this park (south cove area), it's 16.5 acres could accommodate
several items listed in the Standards section for Community Park Basic Requirements.
However, given the geography and incline of the cove area, and the natural acoustical shell
effect the Santa Rosa and Coral Reef mountains provide, noise and light spill would be quite
evident to not only cove residents but to the proposed Traditions development residents and
the entire Village area.
It is therefore recommended that the Cove Community Park accentuate the more passive
elements of Community Park Standards, and downplay more active, environmentally
obtrusive amenities and activities. First, the facility should have a sizable turf area which
could accommodate Saturday soccer play for youth and adults. No lighting other than
pathway and security lighting is recommended. An extensive walking trail system is
suggested, as a natural connection point with and extension of the Bear Creek Pathway Park
system, and a departure point to the Yucatan Pathway Park.
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Play structures for all ages, from tot lots to adult play systems, should be preeminent. There
are pre manufactured play systems which are designed for all age groups, and a specially
designed system for adults could be constructed. Suitable for this site also are tennis courts,
handball courts, sand volleyball courts, basketball courts, large group picnic areas with shade
structures, and two public restroom sites. Liberal use of drinking fountains should be utilized
at each play site and amenity. Surveillance road needs to be constructed. Peripheral parking
is suggested for this site.
Other Community Park Sites
The Parks and Recreation Element of the General Plan, and the Master Plan diagram
Map VII-1 shows three (3) community park sites (D1, D2, D3) located in the Planning Area D,
which is the southeast section of the city of La Quinta. These are placed in both the General
Plan and the Master Plan as a matter of recognition of future growth, and the need to address
that growth. However, the development of the southeastern portions of the city are not
eminent.
Therefore, site locations indicated are merely reflective of the communities to be served, and
not identifying specific locations. Because the Planning Areas are congruent with the U.S.
Census tract areas, hence CVAG and SCAG planning information also, the City will be able to
be regularly apprised of increases in Area D, and the need to develop parkland in that Area.
At this juncture, Area D is deficient .5 (one half) of an acre of parkland, given its year round
population.
Neighborhood Parks
The neighborhood park system of a municipality is critical to a sense of community within
subdivisions, as the neighborhood parks serve as social points where subdivision residents can
meet, as well as places where diverse leisure needs are met without having to travel long
distances or spend money. In an ideally planned community, neighborhood parks are
located in the center of a development, allowing access to all residents within a reasonable
walking distance.
Palm Royale Park - Al
This 2.19 acre neighborhood park should be the first facility developed in the north are of La
Quinta. It needs to contain the elements of a mature park, as the north area has no parks
currently, and the residents are experiencing a deficiency of 3.72 acres, which this park will
early address in perception if it is designed properly.
The park should include tot and elementary level play structures, a basketball court, several
mature trees (24-36 inch), a gazebo or small shade structure with one or two picnic benches.
An acre of open turf area should be preserved. A walkway around the park would be
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appropriate. No restrooms should be placed at the park, but two water fountains should be
available. A special attempt should be made to use the retention area, such as placing park
benches near the edge of the slope of the retention area, or setting up a Frisbee golf course
throughout the retention area.
La Quinta Palms Park - A2
This park is in a similar setting as Palm Royale Park, in that it is located in the center of an area
which is progressively being inhabited by young families with children. The park needs to
reflect this in the types of amenities being placed there. The four acres allows for field games
such as soccer and touch football, and a majority of the park should be preserved for open
space activities. Play structures and park benches would be appropriately located on the
fringes of the park. A theme for this park might be water toys, or a community fountain.
Restrooms could be provided, although a smaller structure is recommended.
Miles Avenue Park - A3
This 1.4 acre park site should be dedicated as a child care site for the north area residents of
La Quinta, and the La Quinta workforce employed in commercial and retail businesses along
the 111 corridor, which of course will be growing in the next three to five years. It is a logical
site due to its convenience and accessibility. The City should pursue developer participation
in the construction, and business participation in the operation costs of the facility (subsidy
for their employees) at this site.
If this site is not dedicated as a child care site and facility, then a park similar to the
Eisenhower Mini -Park site should be constructed, with the addition of a basketball court for
local youth to utilize.
CVRPD Village Park - Cl
The existing park is used extensively, especially the community center, the play ground area,
and the basketball courts. The plan for this park, however, it to develop it into a passive park,
to be used as an enhancement to a commercial zone. As this Master Plan is written, there are
negotiations underway between the Council and the Recreation District Board of Directors
regarding the City acquiring the park for the Village Plan purposes.
Refer to the Facility Inventory section for comment on this park. The Fritz Burns Park design
should meet and exceed the demands of the users who currently use the Village Park.
Fritz Burns Park - C3
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Acquired by the City as a gift from the Fritz Burns Foundation for the purposes of using the
site as a park in perpetuity, this park site has been the site of greatest interest for the city of La
Quinta, and particularly the current 8,100 residents of the cove area.
The site is 9.62 acres, however only 3 acres are developed presently and counted toward
Existing Parkland in the Analysis of Supply section of the Master Plan. The tennis courts were
refurbished three years ago, but the lights were not repaired in the process. The courts are
still in good to excellent condition. However, one court is unusable due to a fence being
blown down in a wind storm. Overall, the site has tremendous potential, but due to demands
placed on the streetscape staff of the Public Works Department, this facility receives attention
when demands and schedule permit.
T.I. Maloney, Inc. is the design firm hired for development concepts for this park. They have
recommended that a 25 meter x 25 yard pool be located at this site for historical and demand
reasons: the Desert Club, which was demolished in the late 1980's, provided a pool for the
cove residents to use. A pool was the number one park amenity requested by cove residents
in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan survey. The cove residents represent over 2/3 of the
city's population. This Master Plan therefore recommends that a pod be placed at Fritz Bums
Park as the priority amenity.
A community center has been designated for this site as well. The community center was the
second most requested amenity by the cove residents. This community center will provide
programming and commercial space to park users.
The courts should be refurbished, and lit. A play area in close proximity to the tennis area
and open space area is of importance, especially to parents who are meeting for socialization
or taking tennis lessons, yet need to keep track of their children.
Cove Mini Park - C4
The Cove Mini Park receives constant, day -in, day -out use by young families in the cove area.
The suggestions for this site is that its amenities receive regular maintenance attention, and
that the lighting of the park be improved so that the entire width of the park be lit at night.
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Recreation Corridor
Recreation Corridors, sometimes referred to as"linear parks", should be developed along the
rim of the cove residential area, and the La Quinta Evacuation Channel and the Coachella
Valley Storm water Channel. These corridors will provide a pathway system for walking,
jogging, biking and areas for family gatherings and activities. Staging areas, rest -stops and
small play areas should be located at appropriate locations.
Yucatan Pathway Park and Bear Creek Pathway Park -05 and C1 respectively
The 13.7 acre Yucatan Pathway Park and the 35.9 acre Bear Creek Pathway Park linear parks
can provide eastern and western cove residents almost identical services that the Eisenhower
Mini Park provides central cove residents: a place to stop and be refreshed, a place for kids
to play, an area to socialize, and even more.
The recreation corridors envisioned in this Master Plan provide opportunities for both the user
of the Bear Creek Channel Bike Path to stop and refresh themselves at drinking fountains,
under shade structures or beneath a large tree, or for the local residents to walk over and
meet others and to allow their children the use of the tot play structures; even for a group
picnic.
These recreation corridors therefore should serve as not only tools for assisting people in
commuting, exercising or traveling for task purposes, but as trail stops and mini parks for the
cove community. In this sense they meet the need for neighborhood parkland in a practical
style.
As mentioned, tot structures, picnic areas, extensive landscaping with a minimal use of
turfgrass, water fountains, and shade structures should be seen altogether along the pathway
at regular half mile to third mile intervals on the Bear Creek Pathway system, and no more
than twice in the Yucatan Pathway Park.
Special Facility
Child Care
As noted in the Miles Avenue Park discussion, a child care site to serve the growing north area
of La Quints and the Hwy. 111 corridor business is essential. A partnership should be sought
between patrons, government and business to provide for this facility.
Although the Population Analysis does not indicate an existing need for the facility, the growth
patterns in residential development, and the anticipated growth in commercial in three to five
years along 111 will require a convenient, well constructed and operated child care center.
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Commerciall Professional Parks
As the city develops a commercial, office, and professional sector in the areas designated for
such businesses, there will be needs which the employees of these businesses will carry with
them. Child care has been discussed in the Special Facility section. But park areas where
employees can effectively relax during break periods and recreated before and after work are
valid concerns.
Through the planning and community development process, businesses should be
encouraged to provide facilities for their employees at the ratios designated in the Standards
section of this Master Plan.
Additionally, employees of businesses tend to be users of other city facilities to meet
extracurricular leisure needs, such as adult sports leagues, leisure classes, and even programs
for their families. The City should consider instituting a Park Impact Fee for commercial,
professional and retail development. This Impact Fee system is used throughout California to
contribute to the development of city and business parks. A sample fee ordinance has been
included in this Master Plan's Appendix for the Council's consideration.
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Priority Development Plan
The many improvements, acquisition, and development projects recommended by this
Master Plan must be organized and ranked in priority oder before a detailed implementation
program may be developed. It is important that community consensus be achieved in this
regard, and equally important to keep in mind that this document is a draft plan that is subject
to review by the public and City, and subsequent revision. It is suggested that the following
general strategy be employed to determine the sequencing of individual projects:
1. Correct deficiencies that currently affect the existing population, such as a lack of
community parks, special facilities, and neighborhood parks in certain areas.
2. Upgrade existing parks.
3. Develop recreation corridors (linear parks).
4. Acquire land and/or use agreements for future major parks.
5. Develop new parks and other facilities concurrently with new residential and commercial
development.
6. Protect critical resources.
The following listing outlines priorities, with "One" being the highest priority group and "Three"
being the lowest. Within each priority group, individual projects are listed in suggested
priority order. However, these projects will not necessarily be implemented in a linear order
due to funding availability or other factors.
Many projects may run concurrently, often with the planning or design of certain projects
coinciding with the implementation of others. It also may be desirable to implement certain
other lower priority projects which have available funding or which are not as costly in
relation to another project.
Priority One Projects
1. Fritz Burns Park (0)
2. Palm Royale Park 01)
3. La Quinta Sports Complex Improvements (61)
Priority Two Projects
1. Acquisition of CVRPD Village Park (Cl)
2. Westward Ho Community Park (A4)
3. Bear Creek Pathway Park (C2)
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Prioritx Three Projects
1. La Quinta Palms Park (A2)
2. Cove Community Park (C6)
3. Miles Avenue Park 03)
4. Commercial Park Development
in the Hwy. 111 corridor
5. Yucatan Pathway Park (0)
6. New Developments in Planning
Area "D"
VIII. Implementation Plan
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Vill. Implementation Plan
Acquisition, Development and Improvements
The proposed park system would add neighborhood and community park)and. Several
existing parks would receive improvements. Implementation of the Master Plan's Action Plan
section will involve costs for acquisition and development. In addition, this commitment to
an expanded park system carries with it long-term operation and maintenance
responsibilities.
Cost estimates have been prepared for design, acquisition and development of new parks and
improvements to existing facilities. The costs cited below include 10% to 15% allocation for
design and engineering services. All figures are in 1992 dollars. The following table presents
an itemized list of development projects by priority ranking, indicates estimated costs for
design, acquisition and development.
At this juncture, the City of La Quinta has little to contribute toward city-wide park
development. Reasons for this fact are varied. Although the most popular park financing
method suggested in the Parks and Recreation Survey was developer financing, the truth is
that new development should not be made to pay, and cannot pay, for projects which benefit
soley the deficient Planning Areas. In such cases, the City should use general funds,
redevelopment funds, grants, bonding and other sources.
Table Vlll - 1 Estimated Cost Breakdown of Park Development by Priority
Priority One
facility Name Design Development Acquisiton
Fritz Burns Park (0)
Palm Royale Park (Al)
La Quinta Sports Complex (B1)
Total
$50,000 $3,900,000 $0
$23,000 $153,000 $0
$15,000 $144,000 $0
$88,000 $4,197,000 $0
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Table Vlll -1 Estimated Cost Breakdown of Park Development by Priority (con't)
Priority Two
facility Name Design Deve%pment Acquistion
CVRPD Village Park (Cl) $45,000 $720,000 $1,250,000
Westward Ho
Community Park 04)
Bear Creek Pathway (C2)
Total
Priority Three
La Quinta Palms Park (A2)
Cove Community Park (CO
Miles Avenue Park (A3)
Commercial Park Development
in Hwy 111 corridor
$35,000 $4,700,000 $0
$55,000 $755,000 $0"
$135,000 $6,275,000 $1,250 000
$30,000
$45,000
$17,000
$0
$750,000
$0
$1,900,000
$0•
$280,000
$0
$0 $0
Yucatan Pathway Park (C5) $35,000 $425,000 $0•
New Developments in Area D $270,000 $12,500,000 $0"'
(51.68 acres)
Total $397, 000 $15, 855, 000 $0
*assumes development agreements or leases acquired for properties necessary for complete
development of this site
"assumes park dedications made or in lieu fees paid as a matter of developers meeting
Quimby requirements
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Table VIII - 2 Summary of Costs for Buildout (in 1992 dollars)
Item
Design
Development
AcgX& on
Total
Priority One Projects
$88,000 '
$4,197,000
$0
$4,285,000
Priority Two Projects
$135,000
$6,275,000
$1,250,000
$7,660,000
Priority Three Projects
$397,000
$15,855,000
$0
$16,252,000
Total Buildout est.
$28,197,000
Operations and Maintenance
Implementation of the Master Plan will require increased effort in the operation and
maintenance of the parks and recreation system. As additional park acreage and facilities are
developed, additional personnel, equipment, and materials will be required. Adequate
maintenance budgets are essential to the success of this master plan. No new facility should
be constructed unless proper maintenance levels can be provided.
Funding for the maintenance of parks is currently derived from the city-wide Lighting and
Landscaping District. Implementation of the Master Plan will require an increased allocation
from the Lighting and Landscaping District, which should grow as the City's residential
component grows, but it also may require use of general fund monies, or a combination of
alternatives.
According to the industry standards, an acre of parkland costs $12,000 annually to maintain
on the high end, and a low of $2,500 per acre per year. For this Master Plan's purposes, an
average of $7,250 per acre per year will be used in Table VIII - 3.
Table III - 3 Estimated Operation and Maintenance Costs
Priority Phase Completed Total Acres Total Cost per Year
One 30.44 $220,690
Two 61.06 $442,685
Three 87.28 $632,780
Total est. $1,296,155
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Appendix
City of La Quinta j
PARKS AND RECREATION
MASTER PLAN SURVEY
Presentation of
SURVEY FINDINGS
A Project of The.
Community Services Commission
City of La Quinta
Project Manager:
Clint Bohlen
Parks and Recreation Manager
Findings Volume Prepared By:
The Resource Group
® June 29,1992
Commissioned By The City of La Quinta City Council
Hon. John Pena, Mayor
In Accordance With The 1991-92 Budget Document
MEMORANDUM
Mayor John Pena and members of the City Council of the City of La Quinta
n: The Community Services Commission
June 29, 1992
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan Survey
Parks and Recreation Master Plan Survey is a foundational element to the master planning
ess. Never before in the history of the City of La Quinta has such an in depth inquiry been
e. The focus of the Survey was to ascertain the park and recreation service and facility gaps
needs in the city as perceived by the citizens of the city.
A the Commission believe that the Survey provides the necessary public input to proceed
confidence and accuracy in planning parks and recreation services for the next five to ten
s. We look forward to presenting the entire Master Plan to the Council in the fall of 1992
this invaluable data.
FORWARD
The City of La Quinta Parks and Recreation Master Plan Survey was constructed, fielded,
and administered by the Community Services Commission under the leadership of Project
Manager Clint Bohlen. The survey was fielded during April, 1992 and generated 1,005
usable responses. In June, 1992, The Resource Group was retained to provide research
counsel to the project and to input and analyze collected data. Observations related to
instrumentation and survey dissemination fall within the purview of the Commission and
the project manager. Issues related to data input, analysis, and display should be directed
to The Resource Group.
The Resource Group
Riverside, California
(714)682-5020
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READING THE TABLES THAT FOLLOW
t of the tables that follow will feature five columns. The first column, "Value Label,"
itifies the variable or response under analysis. The second column, "Value," is merelv
sternal code assigned each value and should be disregarded in your analysis. The third
mn, "Frequency," will state the number of respondents that responded with that
icular value label or variable. For example, if 523 survey participants indicated they
led in the "Cove" area of La Quinta, then "523" is the frequency ... the actual number of
ondents who indicated they are "Cove" area residents. The fourth column, "Percent,"
ents the percentage theta particular frequency and value label is compared withthe total
fiber of respondents, including those who did not even respond to that question.
etimes, a researcher will want to use the percentages described in this column if it is
3rtant to know the influence of the "did not indicate" or "did not answer" respondents.
fifth column, "Valid Percent," gives the percentage that a particular frequencyand value
f is compared to a total number of respondents while omittingthose who did not answer
question. Researchers will use the percentages of this column when they want to focus
ie mix of responses of those who respond.
e majority of cases and questions, analysis is based on a discussion of "valid percent-
," i.e., the percentages listed in the last column on the right of each table. In some cases,
!s have been specially constructed from a series of more generic tables. In those
nces, only one percentage column is featured.
etermine the number of individuals that served as respondents to a particular section,
ly look at the total listed for the frequency column of the first table of each section. For
iple, in this section, which describes the overall results, the total listed at the bottom or
.-equency column of the first table is "1005". This indicates that analysis in this section
sed on the responses of 1005 individual respondents. In the section featuring the
mses of Area "A" residents, the total listed at the bottom of the frequency column for the
table of that section is "138." This signifies that the analysis of that section is based on
esponses of 138 Area "A" individuals.
r tables will feature more responses than the actual number of responding residents for
section. This will naturally occur for those questions (and tables) where an individual
asked to check off as many items as relevant on a particular question. In these cases, the
iency total is the sum of all "responses" offered by respondents. Finally, due to
ding for ease of reading and analysis, some column totals do not add up to 100%.
TABLE OF SECTIONS
Section 1: Overall Area Analysis of Findings
Section 2: Area "A" Analysis of Findings
Section 3: Area "B" Analysis of Findings
Section 4: Area "C" Analysis of Findings
section 5: Area "D" Analysis of Findings
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Area :Xn Hhicb.. ReBppa4ealN'., Aiw
Valid
Value Label Value Frequency Percent Percent
Area A
1
138
13.7
13.7
Area B
2
164
16.3
16.3
Alea C
3
523
52.0
52.0
Area D
4
159
15.8
15.8
Did Not Indicate
5
21
2.1
2.1
Total
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1005
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100.0
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100.0
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'Groups of Res udents: E `
Valid
Value
Label
Value Frequency
Percent
Percent
Ages
5-17
1
4
.4
.4
Ages
18-24
2
29
2.9
2.9
Ages
25-35
3
279
27.8
28.1
Ages
36-50
4
308
30.6
31.0
Ages
51-64
5
203
20.2
20.5
Age
65 or Older
6
169
16.8
17.0
Did
Not Indicate
13
1.3
Missing
Total
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100.0
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100.0
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Table 0.3,.
Persons., €.iviag
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Valid
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Percent
One
1
104
10.3
10.5
Tio
2
434
43.2
43.8
Three
3
192
19.1
19.4
Four
4
158
15.7
16.0
Five
5
75
7.5
7.6
Six or More
6
27
2.7
2.7
Did Not Indicate
15
1.5
Missing
Total
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100.0
-------
100.0
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Number of Children -under.-Age -l6 I inllzauaeboidv.
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
None
One Child
1
587
58.4
59.8
Two Children
2
3
150
14.9
15.3
Three Children
4
158
15.7
16.1
Four Children
5
63
6.3
6.4
Five or More
6
18
1.8
1.8
Did Not Indicate
6
23
.6
2.3
.6
-------
Missing
Total
1005
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Need for Child Care Daring Work 8our*tz# Respondents
Value Label
Yes
No
Did Not Indicate
Value Label
Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
1 161 16.0 16.9
2 789 78.5 83.1
• 55 5.5 Missing
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Total 1005 100.0 100.0
Table o.6'
Work status of Respondents
Employed FT
Employed PT
Homemaker
Retired
Unemployed
Combined Work Status
Did Not Indicate
Valid
Value
Frequency
Percent
Percent
1
599
59.6
61.1
2
57
5.7
5.8
3
43
4.3
4.4
4
191
19.0
19.5
5
12
1.2
1.2
6
79
7.9
8.1
24
2.4
Missing
Total
1005
100.0
100.0
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Value Label
Post Graduate
College Graduate
High School
More School
Vocational/Credential
Did Not Indicate
Valid
Value
Frequency
Percent
Percent
1
272
27.1
29.1
2
403
40.1
43.1
3
201
20.0
21.5
4
6
.8
.9
5
52
5.2
5.6
69
6.9
Missing
Total
1005
100.0
100.0
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Permanency
Value Label
Value Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
Year Round
1
831
82.7
91.8
Seasonal
2
74
7.4
8.2
Did Not Indicate
100
10.0
Missing
Total
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100.0
-------
100.0
Residence Type
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
Apartment
1
6
.6
1.2
Condo
Mobile Home
2
63
6.3
12.2
Homeowner
3
4
6
443
.6
44.1
1.2
85.5
Did Not Indicate
487
-------
48.5
-------
Missing
Total
1005
100.0
-------
100.0
Gate Guarded
Value Label Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Yes 1 143 14.2 100.0
No or Did Not Indicate 862 85.8 Missing
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Total 1005. 100.0 100.0
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'Table 0.9
Paciiitiesm"na"s ftepondents Xudioate !lost~Itearea 'urinal Needs
Value Label Value Frequency Percent
Coachella Valley Parks 6 Rec
1
306
30.4
YMCA of the Desert
1
89
8.9
CV Boys and Girls Club
1
42
4.2
Youth Sports Organization of CV
1
103
10.2
Private Golf or Tennis Club
1
342
34.0
Other
1
304
30.2
Total
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1186
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Other Responses,
Value Response
01
Public tennis court with lights
02
Public golf course
03
Places like Indian Wells where they
have nice sidewalks
04
Senior center
05
My own pool/yard, gym, at home
06
Health gym
07
08
Running on local streets, yard work
Church
and home improvement
09
Out of state
10
11
Athletic gym, running and biking on
Indio
streets, local gym, jogging
municipal golf/condo pool
12
Palm Desert Youth 6 Sports
13
Public golf and tennis
14
None
15
Indian springs
16
Other cities parks
17
POYSA soccer and baseball and DYSO
16
ABA
19
open desert/mountains
20
Theater
21
Girl Scouts/Boy Scouts
22
Run around complex
23
24
Social/service activities, gardening
Schools, Palm
and painting
25
Desert Civic Center Park
our needs are not being met
26
Miniature golf course
27
La Quinta tennis courts
28
Need more courts near Fred Waring
29
PGA Tennis
30
Good restaurants
31
Have not found a place, new in area
32
son does sports at school
33
self motivated
34
Walking
City of Ia Quint& Part& ma s�tim Master rim survey rinuinar 5
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
e5
86
87
Be
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
Polo clubs
Private classes
Colorado River, Lake Cahuilla
Wises Club
COD
Shopping area
State and federal park areas
Hiking trails
Gym in Indio
Hiking in desert (Southeast of Cove)
Gymnastics
Palm Spring Senior softball
Gold's gym, running, bicycling
Just ride our bikes on streets
Retired
BMX
Out of town
Semi private golf
Camping and camp fire
Don't do much recreation
LQ Hotel
Library
National Junior basketball
Family activities, fitness
Dance classes/municipal golf
Not permanent residents
Water sports
Hunting and fishing
Resorts, hotels
Bowling
0/Clubs and Bingo
Jazzercize/Golf
Outside interest
Golf/swimming
RV
Living desert - Joshua Tree
Skate park
victory Christian Center
County
Open land and bicycle paths
La Quinta Middle School
Park
On own
Natural untouched desert
Cultural center
Work softball
LQ park
Water slides
When built, would like to usi
HIM
Travel
E
and new bike trail
course
Mont.
our facilities and spend money here
n3oy wild country south of Cove
Church youth groups
PGA West
Go out of town for skating and bowling
CWA and VASA
Bike riding, racquetball and swimming
Fritz Burns park
Park club
Clubs and organizations not located in La Quints,
Unsatisfied with LQ park supervisor
off road riding
City visitor center
UCR Extension, Yosemite Association
Off road riding
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Tabu 10,10
rigs Groups Tarar+l whi.oh'the •City of La.�{
8bouid Foens ZtB linanew Resoaress
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1.8 Teens, Ages 13-18
1.9 Children, Ages 5-12
3.3 Adults
3.3 Preschool, Ages 1-4
3.5 Seniors
Givea Sufficient. Re�souraes0 Priority
< ..,:T
of Recreationai Facilities the city attag
tY of LaQuints Should Bniid
Mean
Ranking
Rank
Value
1
Z
3.9
Multipurpose Recreation Center
3
4.2
Neighborhood Parks
4
4.5
Community Parks
5
4.5
Municipal Pool
6
4.9
Bicycle/Fitness/Equestrian Trails
7
6.0
Picnic Areas
8
6.9
Municipal Lighted Tennis Courts
9
7.3
Tot Parks
10
7.3
Baseball Fields
11
7.5
Basketball Courts
12
7.7
Municipal Golf Course
9.1
Other
13
9.5
Skateboard Park
City of L 9"nta Parks and IlaCraa�Maatar Plan survey P:n=:nas
Value Response
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
Respoases : to,Table .*oil,
Handball courts
Walking paths
Senior center
Roller blade track
Dog park (fenced area for them to play)
Miniature golf/go carts
Buy old Pyramid/Grove Course
Park where dogs can run unleashed
Holler skating rink
Don't collect the money in the first place
Yoga classes, square dance lessons, jazzercize, crafts, tennis for all
ages
Build a park in Area 'A'
Small parks in local developments
Open park apace
ABA Bike Track
No money from property taxes for any project
Theaters
Municipal golf course is a total waste
Bicycle paths
Restaurants, theaters, post office close to Waring
Senior services
Volleyball court
Childrens museum
Multi purpose programs for all ages and groups
La Quints. needs some much more than rec. area
Health club
Softball fields
soccer, lawn bowling
None of the above
Wildlife refuge
Safer things for toddlers at the parks
Racquetball courts
Sidewalks
Natural habitat park
Decorative landscape along streets
Affordable municipal course
BMX
Qualified instructors
Larger library
Street lights
Art and History museum
Decent toilets at community parks
Frisbee golf course
Repair streets
No baseball fields
Use schools for Rae, areas
Shooting range
Day care ce t
and sidewalks
Need to solveeseweriandewaand adults
ter problems
Majority rule item
Horseshoes, shuffleboard, baseball, volleyball and badminton
Incorporate all of the above
Youth oriented events
Fritz Burns Park
Shade a*
ructures and shade trees
Weight area, art area and amphitheater
Batting cages, miniature golf
shuttle service to Cove facilities
Develop/repair W D
. esert Park area, south of Tecate
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
8o
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
City of 1c Quiets parks and Resyen Master Plan 6u rvry r Club houses for children
Amphitheater
Comic book store
Landscaped walking areas
Finish streets and have vacant lot ordinance
Olympic lap pool
Art center
Public pool and gym
Radio control race and airplane park
Village area
Great money opportunity
Neighborhood gardens
Recreation facilities for handicap
Educational
Natural habitat conservation - save desert
Hiking trails, Santa Rosa mountains
A wall to keep development off hill elides
More night life LQ
Rock climbing structure
Jogging trail
Improve community park
Nothing else necessary
If John Pena monument wasn't
Jazzercize
continue walking into desert
None of the above
Gymnastics for kids
C mb'
first, more could be done
o ine senior center and facilities for all of La Quints
Ice rink
Large wading pool
Christian youth center
Enclosed Rec. room for youth dances
BLM access to top of Cove
Scout house
Nature center
Bowling
water ski - members only
Off road areas - motorcycles
Stores
Priority Listing of 8 Table 0.12?o:
5 Pecific:'Rfta eatioaal Project bevelopment
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1 2.3 Fritz Burns Park
2 2.5 Community Park (North La
Quintai
3 2.6 Bear Creek Channel Bike Path and Trail
4 Stops
2.6 Sports Complex (Ave. 50) Improvements
5 3.8 Other
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Gtlier. Responses to Table,Oi 11 .,,,
Value Response
001 Dog park
002 Municipal golf
003 New park in area
004 None
005 Pool
006 rec. center with pool
007 Lighted courts at Fred Waring
008 Bike path, jogging trails
009 Restaurants
O10 Neighborhood mini parks
011 Tot parks
012 Golf course
013 Library
014 Water park
O15 Have not heard of these
016 Beautify the road landscape
017 BMX
018 Wilderness preserve south at the top of the cove
019 Not familiar with Fritz or sports complex
020 Baseball fields
021 Larger parka
022 Bowling center
023 Park at Date Palm and Washington
024 Schools as rec. centers
025 New park in Desert Club Manor
026 Youth areas to keep them off streets
027 Camp for low-income kids
020 Don't use
029 Multipurpose center
030 Skateboard park
031 Park at PGA west or nearby
032 Bear Creek access and area south of Tecate
033 Sports programs for kids
034 Park PGA area
035 Not that familiar
036 Jogging path
037 Art center
038 Village area
039 Recreation facilities for handicap
040 Jazzercize classes, local
041 Don't use facilities
042 52 Sports complex
043 Lighted, neighbor
044 East side of Bermuda
045 Cultural events
046 South end of Cove could be huge park
047 Restore hiring in south end of Cove to Pre -Flood Control Development
Statue
048 Dancing classes
049 Lawn bowling
050 improve what we've got
051 Streets and Rec. center
052 Village La Quinta
053 La Quinta Park
054 Community center
055 Outdoor amphitheater
056 Boys club
057 Roller skating rink
058 Soccer fields
059 Desert club tennis
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060 BLM access
061 Shade trees and structures in existing parks
062 Nature center
063 Gym and spa in Cove area
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Parks and aecraaribSa��aa�ii Pay iau fs to
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1 2.3
2
Developer Financed Parks
2.6
3
Corporate Sponsorship
2.8
4
Community Fund Raising
3.8
5
City Tax Revenue
4.0
6
User Fees
4.4
7
Assessment Districts
5.0
Other
Other Resposaes tr►
Value Response
01 No new taxes (property taxes are bad here)
02 People that don't pay income taxes
03 All of the above
04 Give private enterprise a chance
05 Donations
06 Joint venture with the recreation district
07 Work with Coachella Rec. and Park District
08 Cut salaries
09 Federal funds
10 cut cities excessive spending like Nal Mart
11 Pose. on some facilities (pool, golf course)
12 Bonds
13 Bingo games
14 Memberships
15 Mini bus
16 Do it for the kids
17 Combination of 2, 3 or more of the above
18 Daily developed and financed
19 Let users pay for things
20 RDA/CV rec.
21 City has money already for Fritz Burns
23 Count PD co-operation in program and developers
Y
24 Suggest program similar to adopt a highway, when appropriate - poo!,
batting cages
25 None
26 Rotary club has offered to build one (no cost)
City of !a Quanta Parke and Rec•aatacn Master Pim sa y y:aaarce ..
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
With the $20 million they lost
Gated parks with annual fees
work with the CV recreation
Public Poole
City lotto
Like Indio
Should not develop
Tax fee system
However possible
Spend money on streets
Charge admission
School district
volunteer or prison work
Not needed
district, they're great
crews
Riverside County tax rebate to La Quints.
With the million from PGA west
None, develop what we have now
No, new parks
one large park in the Cove should do
Fees for extra events
Attractions or events people want to see
Redevelopment Agency
With money from landmark
Take from Bonos paycheck
Art department
Tell Mayor Pena to get the $3,000,000 back and use it
All means available
Any feasible, but not over taxed
Quimby Act
Business taxes
Finish the ones that are paid for
Have the Mayor, CC 6 CM stop milking city funds, someone should
check into this
Priority Listiag-of-Aearsatioi Pro
the City. of La:Quints. ShOU14"Proviid -<:
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1
2
2.6
Youth Sports Programs
3
4.1
Cultural Events
4
4.5
Adult Sports Programs
5
4.6
Youth, Adult and Senior Trips
6
4.6
Leisure Classes/Instruction
7
4.9
Aquatic Programs
8
5.4
Senior Programs
9
5.5
Holiday Events
10
5.8
Drama Programs
7.9
Other
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Othbr R"naes to Table 0.14
Value Response
01 Special sports events or hobby contests
02 Senior sports: badminton
03 Chess club
04 Park facility in area A•
05 None
06 Tot programs
07 Lyceum - quality summer, enrichment program
08 community event - Sun Stroke Daze
09 Mons picnics (Pot luck)
10 BMX
11 Dance group and lessons
12 Let CV park and rec. do
13 Golf and tennis
14 Art and nature programs
15 Mini bus
16 Stop looking for ways to spend money
17 Shooting range
18 Youth helping youth to cope in our society
19 concrete amphitheater
20 City 'Victory Garden, to supply fresh vegetables to needy and to teach
gardening skills and safe environment
21 All of above
22 Instructional -such as computer classes
23 Art facility
24 Pool park
25 Dances
26 Day care
27 Street fair
28 Karate/self defense
29 Anything interesting
30 Hike, bike trails (road trips), off road
31 Exercise program
32 Youth club
33 Transportation
34 Teens, age 13-18 should be first
35 Horseshoes
36 Provide facilities only, programs are a private responsibility
37 Roller skating rink
38 Nature center
39 Family counseling
40 More 'Hammy and Me, type classes
41 Music
42 Youth awareness programs
43 Boxing
C%ty at La Qulnta Parka and AOCraai• "&Star Plan Ss. y Fj.id>nga 13
Utiag of "'Conditioa " ::.
;'• ` ~ of :°�peciita ��Icraation F �s
010
j
Mean Condition
Facility Rating (Excellent=l, Fair=21 Poor=3)
La Quints. Sports Complex 1.9 Fair
Eisenhower Mini -Park 1.6 Fair to Excellent
Bear Creek Ch. Bike Path 1.6 Fair to Excellent
Downtown Community Park 1.8 Fair
Lake Cahuilla County Park 2.0 Fair
Aacomoietided llmeAlt3�s 44. €>
8 indicating
This Amenity: Amenity For A "Community Park"
89.1%
Restrooms
87.5%
Picnic Areas
85.0%
Lots of Trees
75.0%
Shade Structures
68.9%
Play Equipment
45.8%
Basketball Courts
45.3%
Softball Courts
41.8%
Vollyball Courts
38.1%
Tennis Courts
26.0%
Snack Bar
17.8%
Other
Value Response
O1 water fountains - drinking
02 Small lake for ducks, toy sail boats atmosphere
03 Trails and nature exhibits
04 The valley has adequate facilities
05 Pool
06 Area for dogs to run
07 Skateboard, roller blade, skating rink
08 Ponds
09 Hardball, baseball fields
10 Private only
11 Tennis, basketball, volleyball, snack bar and softball should be in the
park
12 Tot play area
13 Walking and bike trails and skate
14 Doggie scooper
15 Telephones
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16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
Shade open areas
More trees
All of the above
Phones
Roe. room
Perfect park
Gangs will take it over like the other parks
As many diversified facilities as space permits
Fitness trail/mile markers
Frisbee golf course
Open areas
Only need 1 1/2 acres
Misters in summer
Room for rap sessions
soccer, football
Body of water for fishing
Running track
Band stand for amateur entertainment
BBQ
Lake -swimming
Multipurpose/meeting room
Racquetball court
Grass, pathways and trash cans
Security
Gym
Croquet area
None of the above
Copy 'White Water' park in Rancho Mirage and add snack bar
Palm Desert Comm. Park
Lawn bowling and horseshoe park
Safe atmosphere
Flowers, drinking fountains, gazebo/stage, seats
Recycling bins
Putting green
Place for remote control planes, native plants
Childrens toys and equipment
Water toys
Hiking trails
Playing field for soccer, football and frisbee
Outdoor amphitheater
Open fields for kites
Ping pong room
Banquet facilities
Game center
Active hired persona to assist programs
Arboretum
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Valid
Value Label
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Yes 1 845 84.1 88.0
No 2 115 11.4 12.0
Did Not Indicate 45 4.5 Missing
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Total 1005 100.0 100.0
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tar
Valid
Value Label
Value Frequency
Percent
Percent
Ground lighting
1
65
6.5
12—
Security lighting
2
287
28.6
53.)
Court/Field lighting
3
180
17.9
33.8
Did Not Indicate
473
47.1
Missing
Total
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1005
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
T 10 0;
Recomended Changes or Additions to Za oninta., $1)9rtsj&6m1
Value Label
Value Frequency Percent
Add picnic areas 1
Add sand volleyball courts 1
Add shade structures
Plant more trees
Change lighting 1
No comment or not used facility I
Did Not Indicate
Total
297
29.6
337
33.5
337
33.5
386
38.4
89
8.9
395
39.3
708
70.4
Respondent -am
Value Response
2549 100.0
001 1 have no knowledge in the areas I have no answers
002 Organized competitive sports facilities for youths
003 We feel neighborhood parks are a safer environment
004 Stop the growth
005 Would like park facilities North of Hwy 111
006 The city needs to grow
007 The city lost 14 Million dollars and should hire a new city manager, now
you're building a Taj Mahal city hall
008 child care is a major concern with many families in LQ
009 We are new homeowners in this community
010 Great city, but need more parks North of Area A
011 Must look to future, growing number of year round residents/teens/pre-teens
keep them physically and mentally occupied
012 Late got street lights, the listed city facilities are not in my area and tc
• Clty of L Ouaata Parka and kaeraTe. IWgr Plan Bur y t1M>n9s 3
get to them is ridiculous
013 We need Poole for swimming and instruction separate programs for kids and
adults
014 Thank you for considering public input and the opportunity to participate
this survey
015 Lets keep the emphasis on artistic, cultural activities
016 Park in Area A
017 Please get out of the Big Brother Business
018 Parks are a waste - no parks
019 Teen activity to avoid hang outs at parks for drug dealers
020 We need a year round recreational program with a variety of program off erinc
021 I would like a community center like Indio
022 Recreation should not be funded by property taxes or assessment
district
023 Develop area like Indio and Palm Desert and have rec. distr. run
facility as the rec. Department
024 In your monthly newsletter, add a section for newcomers
025 Louisville, Colorado has implemented a wonderful rec. center/parks plan -
026 Pant be you
of treesot ,�put encouragehwalking,on nneighbo hoodroe.
watchesarUment
lighting for safety and bathrooms
027 For a change, think about the whole community - not just the
golfers and ball players
028 There is currently too much for the seniors and very little for
children - let the seniors pay for their own
029 Require proof of residency to use parks
030 Need girls youth softball
031 Consider senior facilities at North end of Waring
032 Stop building, you're using up precious desert - preserve it
033 Build a post office near Fred Waring
034 This is a start in the right direction
035 Remove all old oleanders and clean up Fritz Burns park
036 Adult classes in drama and stimulating subjects
037 La Quinta is badly in need of public golf course for retired
seniors
038 Think more about the people
039 Day care for children
040 No taxes
041 Clean up on used cars and other trash
042 Enforce leash law
043 Too much traffic at 111 and Washington, fix the left turn first
and flood area
044 Need a library
045 Any facility that would relate to Boys/Girls club - we are in
full support
046 Develop water park
047 Slow down housing development and other developer projects
048 Love living in La Quints,
049 Affordable golf in LQ
050 Fix lights at tennis courts
051 Don't use pesticides on trees and plants
052 Sidewalks on Jefferson from 111 North
053 Fritz Burns Park needs beautification
054 More seating for baseball fields
055 Do something about the gangs
056 Keep vehicles out of park
057 I'm concerned that LQ makes room for parks before it's developed
058 Need to keep walkways and bike paths swept from sand and gravel
059 Great job - keep up the good work
060 Do it right or don't bother
061 Need park near Bear creek Path
062 Like to see neighborhood park plane resurrected in the cove
063 Why does this city need its own Rec., we have the Rec. district
and YMCA
064 Regular cleaning of restroome
065 Make community more family oriented
066 Like the 'Mummy i Me' class at the park
067 Preserve natural areas
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068 Build recreation closer to cove
069 Needs more shade
070 We do not want the area to be a place for kids or old people -
we want a stimulating adult community
071 Need more money spend on seniors
072 I'd like to know if this survey becomes a useful tool
073 I'm for all the parks
074 We need nice big parks
075 New to area, don't know about the facilities
076 Need plants in medians along Washington
077 Recreational sports with parent attendance
078 Mail out pamphlet on what's available in the parks for the year
079 Golf course, with special rates for La Quinta residents
080 Use eminent domain to acquire land - develop it with small shops
for artist and restaurants
082 City should have direct involvement in all park activities
082 Storm sewers needed at Tampico and Washington
083 Part time residents not qualified to answer
084 City shouldn't hire more staff
085 Stop commercial development
006 only establish parks in vacant lots
087 Taxpayers should have all basic needs met
088 Family athletic club
089 Like to know survey results
090 Day camp
091 Need good environment for kids
092 Acquire pyramids golf course from RTC for municipal use
093 Use unused land for camps for kids
094 Downtown community parks should be under La Quints. city
jurisdiction
095 Work with CUR and PD, why have your own department?
096 Need concrete dividers in medians marked for night driving
097 Preserve La Quints's character
098 Slow traffic down in all streets
099 Get funding for new parks from new businesses
100 Need more family oriented activities
201 Concentrate on preschool children, so they can learn to respect
property and grow into responsible adults
102 Clean up desert area above Cove (dump area) promote hiking
trails
103 Poole
104 Graffiti removal
105 Thank you
106 Involve youth more
107 Park closer than 6 miles away from PGA west
108 Area south of Tecate needs repair/development into desert park
- also access across area to mountains
109 All improvements should be strictly supervised
110 Duck pond
111 Large park with many recreation facilities
122 Don't like elides at La Quinta - need function club
113 will love all the new improvements
114 Give youth the best we can
115 La Quinta needs a street sweeper
116 Rename downtown Community Park to Wymer-Pena Park
117 Rules for parks - no gangs (security)
118 More cultural events, such as music festivals
119 Haven't used recreational resources much but will in future
120 More joint cooperation with the CV Recreation District and Park
District
121 The city needs to organize and monitor more sports leagues for
kids and adults
122 Spending more time in La Quinta now
123 Hope you make something to help the community
124 Part time residents, we use our own golf club
125 Don't use recreational facilities, feel they should be used
primarily for youth
126 Community should focus on keeping kids and families together
• CLty of L Quinta Parka ana Ycha' M Master Plan survey Fa nccn ae lB
127 Are you creating a new department?
128 New Ave. 52 Still under construction is not wide enough, should
be 4 lanes not 2
129 Happy with the survey, hope changes will be made soon
130 Love use of desert plants in landscaping
131 Pool at Fritz Burns park
132 La Quinta is basically an adult community and should be treated
as such
133 Maybe J. Penn will get out of office and things will get
started, promises no action
134 La Quinta streets, sub -standard - Jefferson from Ave. 50 Elw to
Indio
135 Enjoy improvements so far, night use very desirable
136 All outdoor areas should poet curfew use hours - close after
10100 P.M.
137 Develop Fritz Burns Memorial Park
138 Park on Colima needs better play equipment and an area for
preschoolers
139 Give Seniors consideration, lawn bowling and horseshoe pits
140 Provide only those items, which present tax base can pay for on
current base
141 La Quinta needs more exit roads to leave town
142 2 story building with elevator for many events at Fritz Burns
Park
143 Appreciate the effort being made to modify the city
144 Don't spend any more money, work with what you have
145 Live music
146 Field lights are too bright for nearby homeowners
147 Cove Community Center should not be used for illegal activities
148 Great survey - plans are exciting
149 Need more police - security
150 Need picnic areas and better access to trails
151 La Quinta great place to live, don't let it grow out of control
152 La Quinta sports complex needs to be publicized
153 Need more surveys like this to better LQ
154 Keep LQ community park, it has more uses than anything you have
planned
155 Parks and pools were to be built with landmark -closing of
Jefferson
156 City should stay out of Ree, planning, let rec. Dept. handle it
157 Land down by community park used for Art Colors
158 Kick out the Rec. District and let city run parks
159 How can you build new parks, when you cant maintain community
park?
160 Handball courts
161 Don't trash this survey like past surveys, City council please
do something
162 Need more structures and events for young adults
163 Enclosed rec. hall for teens for dances and summer activities
164 Call me - Leon A. Houston II 564-2665
165 Night lights of 'Sports complex' makes driving visibility
difficult
166 Facilities should be provided for our youth
167 Don't use parka
168 Will this survey go in trash like the last one?
169 Need pooper scooper along bike paths
170 Would like to volunteer to help in any way needed
James W. Black 54365 Avenida Rameriz, La Quinta
171 They should have left the pool intact where Desert Club
used to be (Fritz Burns Park)
172 More events held at Downtown Community Park
173 Trail heads and parking needed for hiking areas
174 Needs exercise/weight room, jogging on sand trails
175 Need more churches in city
176 Increase code enforcement
177 Keep facilities away from residential
178 More Water Conservation
179 Lighting for bike paths
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180 Fireworks display in flood control area at top of Cove on New
Years Eve
161 Received 4-20-92
102 Rec. facilities in desert should work closely with LQ YMCA, etc.
183 Love Cove, would enjoy seeing it even more beautiful
184 La Quints, needs streets and sewers first(
185 La Quints, has lost its natural beauty
186 Summer program for children, organized/games, crafts
187 Need restrooms at Eisenhower mini -park
180 Craft fairs without big fees
189 New Community Park restrooms, by playground
190 Tennis, handball walls, pool
191 More football and soccer teams
192 YMCA Day care
193 Top of Cove should be for off -road vehicles
194 Already enough facilities
195 Reference #6, sq. ft. cost to new homes, like school district
uses
196 Adding lighted tennis courts to sports complex
197 Park area needed in South end of Cove and west side
190 Keep park in city, upgrade toilets and structure, keep vandals
out
199 Council poor examples of City hood
200 Flyers for day care centers
201 Make La Quinta greatt Don't treat it like a business, who lives
in a business?
202 YMCA day care is too expensive
203 I don't like other city adult softball leagues using our
softball fields and facilities
204 What did this premature "survey" cost?
205 More lighting in kids area and restrooms need rebuilt
206 1 enjoy helping the community, let's get going! Lia Gilbert
771-0303
207 La Quinta is a wonderful family -oriented community. Keep up the
great work
208 Like to see some homeowners made to clean up their yards, we
need flowers and trees everywhere
• • city of L ;Uinta (arts and peep 14"ter Plan purwy Piwinp. 70
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Area lu
Which Aes pQadeatfr hive
;��:�
Value Label
Value Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
Area A
1 138
100.0
100.0
-------
Total 138
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Age Groups of ., 264Oadeni5
Value Label Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Ages 18-24
Ages 25-35
2
4
2.9
3.0
Ages 36-50
3
29
21.0
21.6
Ages 51-64
4
47
34.1
35.1
Age 65 or Older
5
6
31
22.5
23.1
Did Not Indicate
23
16.7
17.2
4
-------
2.9
Missing
Total
138
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
'Fable A.3
Number of Persons Living in zousehold-'`,
Value Label
V
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
One
Two
1
13
9.4
9.8
Three
2
71
51.4
53.4
Four
3
25
18.1
18.8
Five
4
17
12.3
12.8
Did Not Indicate
5
7
5.1
5.35
-------
3.6
Missing
Total
138
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
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.h,
Valid
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Percent
None
1
89
64.5
67.4
One Child
2
17
12.3
12.9
Two Children
3
19
13.8
14.4
Three Children
4
7
5.1
5.3
Did Not Indicate
6
4.3
hissing
Total
-------
138
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
",iYfiL�silkw7,.�.�
care
`,p.Z.
iii
Valid
Value Label Value Frequency Percent Percent
Yes 1 18 13.0 14.2
No 2 109 79.0 85.8
Did Not Indicate 11 8.0 hissing
------- ------- -------
Total 138 100.0 100.0
Value Label
Table A.6
hark 5tatU&:., .f wB tE,. .
Employed FT
Employed PT
Homemaker
Retired
Unemployed
Combined Work Status
Did Not Indicate
Valid
Value
Frequency
Percent
Percent
1
82
59.4
60.3
2
6
4.3
4.4
3
7
5.1
5.1
4
30
21.7
22.'
5
1
.7
.7
6
10
7.2
7.4
2
1.4
Missing
Total
-------
138
-------
100.0
-------
100.G
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table
8dncatiaaai:x3eval .ot��eats� `��W�°' .
Value Label
Value Frequency
Valid
Percent Percent
Post Graduate
1
College Graduate
45
2
32.6 35.7
High School
53
3
38.4 42.1
Vocational
24
17.4 19.0
Did Not Indicate
5 4
2.9 3.2
12
-------
8.7 Missing
Total 138
------- -------
100.0 100.0
..r•:
Table JL�8'
Residence
Characteristics of gaadeats
Permanenc
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
PValid
ercent
Year Round
1
Seasonal
120
87.0
97.6
Did Not Indicate
2
3
2.2
2.
15
-------
10.9
Missing
Total
138
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Residence Type
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
Condo
Mobile Home
2
11
8.0
18.0
Homeowner
3
4
2.9
6.6
Did Not Indicate
4
46
33.3
75.477
-------
55.8
Missing
Total
138
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Value Label
Yes, a Gated Area
No or Did Not Indicate
Gate Guarded
Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
1 17 12.3 100.0
• 121 87.7 Missing
------- ------- -------
Total 138 100.0 100.0
0
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table _ J61,
Facilities/ 1lgeacies Respoadsats tdioats Mset.Recraa al Fees-
J
Value Label
Coachella Valley Rec 6 Parks Dist.
YMCA
CV Boys and Girls Club
A Youth Sports Organization of LQ
Private Golf/Tennis Club
Other
Value Response
Value Frequency Percent
1 34
24.6
1 17
12.3
1 2
1.4
1 5
3.6
1 52
37.7
1 47
34.1
Total 157
Other-Rosponses to.kakis i► ::,...
01 Public tennis court with lights
02 Public golf course
03 Places like Indian wells where they have nice sidewalks
04 Senior center
05 My own pool/yard, gym, at home
06 Health gym
07 Running on local streets, yard work and home improvement
08 Church
09 Out of state
10 Athletic gym, running and biking on streets, local gym, jogging
11 Indio municipal golf/condo pool
12 Palm Desert Youth 6 Sports
13 Public golf and tennis
14 None
15 Indian springs
16 other cities parks
17 POYSA soccer and baseball and DYSO
18 ABA
19 Open desert/mountains
20 Theater
21 Girl Scouts/Boy Scouts
22 Run around complex
23 Social/service activities, gardening and painting
24 Schools, Palm Desert Civic Center Park
25 Our needs are not being met
29 PGA Tennis
30 Good restaurants
31 Have not found a place, new in area
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Table kA0
A" Groups Toward, Which the City of l a QuiIIt a
'should Focus 'Its FinancialNltesources :k
Mean
Ranking Rank
2.00
2.01
3.14
3.39
3.44
Value
Teens, Ages 13-18
Children, Ages 5-12
Adults
Seniors
Preschool, Ages 1-4
Given Suff1cient.1tasourC.8s, A 8riarity List�g'
Of Recreational Facilities the City of La Quints should Build
Mean
Ranking
Rank
Value
1
3.79
Neighborhood Parks
2
4.29
Multipurpose Recreation Center
3
4.32
Community Parks
4
4.99
Bicycle/Fitness/Equestrian Trails
5
5.87
Municipal Pool
6
6.10
Picnic Areas
7
6.33
Municipal Lighted Tennis Courts
8
6•98
Municipal Golf Course
9
7.16
Tot Parks
10
7.26
Baseball Fields
11
7.32
Basketball Courts
12
8.65
Other
13
10.42
Skateboard Park
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value Response
O1 Handball courts
02 walking paths
03 senior center
04 Roller blade track
05 Dog park (fenced area for them to play)
06 Miniature golf/go carts
07 Buy old Pyramid/Grove Course
08 Park where dogs can run unleashed
09 Roller skating rink
10 Don't collect the money in the first place
11 Yoga classes, square dance lessons, jazzercize, crafts, tennis for all
ages
12 Build a park in Area 'A'
13 Small parks in local developments
14 open park apace
15 ABA Bike Track
16 No money from property taxes for any project
17 Theaters
18 Municipal golf course is a total waste
19 Bicycle paths
20 Restaurants, theaters, post office close to Waring
21 Senior services
26 Health club
28 Soccer, lawn bowling
ra�le»ia
Priority. Listing of Specific-itocsaatioaal--ftViect.i
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1 1.64 Community Park
Z 2.43 Sports Complex Improvements
3 2.63 Bear Creek Channel Bike Path
4 3.15 Fritz Burns Park
5 3.85 Other
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Value Response
001 Dog park
002 Municipal golf
003 New park in area
004 None
005 Pool
006 roe. center with pool
007 Lighted courts at Fred Waring
000 Bike path, jogging trails
009 Restaurants
Table
If Raededt Now City.. should.. Pay-t*r•itore.-�"
Parks and.Becreatioaal Facility.•Usroveaeatis.;
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1 1.94
Developer
Financed
2 2.59
Corporate
Sponsorship
3 3.19
Community
Fundraising
4 3.63
City Tax Revenue
5 3.97
User Fees
6 4.31
Assessment
Districts
7 5.07
Other
Other R4tspoas ;to 4nbia 5�33 ` IN. ,:`
Value Response
01 No new taxes (property taxes are bad here)
02 People that don't pay income taxes
03 All of the above
04 Give private enterprise a chance
05 Donations
06 Joint venture with the recreation district
07 Work with Coachella Roe. and Park District
08 Cut salaries
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o.:
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1
2.68
Youth Sports Programs
2
4.23
Cultural Events
3
4.28
Adult Sports Programs
4
4.36
Youth, Adult and Senior Trips
5
4.60
Leisure Classes/Instruction
6
4.81
Aquatic Programs
7
5.01
Senior Programs
8
5.43
Holiday Events
9
5.73
Drama Programs
10
7.29
Other
Other Responses ;to
Value Response
01 special sports events or hobby contests
02 senior sports: badminton
03 Chess club
04 Park facility in area W
05 None
06 Tot programs
07 Lyceum - quality summer, enrichment program
,
,.
Rating-j6t Cond3ti0nBased' -4
+oi `Rpsoi�ig `�araatioa ^fa '"s
Mean Condition
Facility Rating (Excellent=l, Fair=2, Poor=3)
LQ Sports Complex 1.94 Fair
Eisenhower Mini Park 1.87 Fair
Bear Creek Ch. Bike Path 1.93 Fair
Downtown Community Park 1.89 Fair
Lake Cahuilla County Park 1.97 Fair
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�aYN • �Y�Y w.:.. .. air/.lw�..
Raco:nmeaded-�meaitias<o ,a 'Cavosnaily Park, �.
8 Indicating
This Amenity: Amenity For A "Community Park"
91.3%
Restrooms
89.1%
Picnic Areas
86.2%
76.8%
Lots of Trees
68.8%
Shade Structures
45.7%
Play Equipment
44.2%
Basketball Courts
43.5%
Tennis Courts
37.0%
Softball Fields
25.4%
Volleyball Courts
18.1%
Snack Bar
Other
Othar 1tas�aa>s ; to'; A, 15
^. w:s.
Value Response
01
Water fountains - drinking
02
03
small lake for ducks, toy sail boats atmosphere
Trails and nature exhibits
04
The valley has adequate facilities
05
Pool
06
Area for doge to run
07
08
Skateboard, roller blade, skating rink
Ponds
09
Hardball, baseball fields
10
Private only
11
Tennis, basketball, volleyball, snack bar and softball should be
park
13
14
Walking and bike trails and skate
in the
Doggie scooper
16
Shade open areas
17
More trees
18
All of the above
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Value Label
Yes
No
Did Not Indicate
Value Frequency Percent PValid
ercent
1 104
75.4
80.6
2 25
18.1
19.4
• 9
6.5
Missing
Total 138
100.0
100.0
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Value Label
Ground Lighting
Security Lighting
Court/Field Lighting
Did Not Indicate
Value Response
Valid
Value
Frequency
Percent
Percent
1
6
4.3
10.5
2
39
28.3
68.4
3
12
8.7
21.1
81
-------
58.7
Missing
Total
138
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
01 Court/Field and security
02 Court/Field and ground lighting
03 Ground, Court/Field and security
04 Ground and security
Rea d" (Mangos or Additions.. to is"..(!Uinta
Value Label Value Frequency Percent
Add Picnic Areas
1
30
21.7
Add Sand Volleyball Courts
1
37
26.8
Add Shade Structures
1
37
26.8
Plant More Trees
1
36
26.1
Change Lighting
1
8
5.8
No Comment or Not Used Facility
1
55
39.9
Total
203
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Rtispondeatrtieberal..Cemsat��.
Value Response
001 I have no knowledge in the areas I have no answers
002 Organized competitive sports facilities for youths
003 We feel neighborhood parks are a safer environment
004 Stop the growth
005 Would like park facilities North of Hwy 111
006 The city needs to grow
007 The city lost 14 Million dollars and should hire a new city
manager, now you're building a Taj Mahal city hall
008 Child care is a major concern with many families in LQ
010 Great city, but need more parks North of Area A
011 Must look to future, growing number of year round
residents/teens/pre-teens keep them physically and mentally
occupied
012 Lets get street lights, the listed city facilities are not in my
area and to get to them is ridiculous
013 We need pools for swimming and instruction separate programs for
kids and adults
014 Thank you for considering public input and the opportunity to
Participate in this survey
015 Lets keep the emphasis on artistic, cultural activities
016 Park in Area A
017 Please get out of the Big Brother Business
010 Parks are a waste - no parks
019 Teen activity to avoid hang outs at parks for drug dealers
020 We need a year round recreational program with a variety of
program offerings
021 I would like a community center like Indio
022 Recreation should not be funded by property taxes or assessment
district
023 Develop area like Indio and Palm Desert and have rec. distr. run
facility as the rec. Department
024 In your monthly newsletter, add a section for newcomers
025 Louisville, Colorado has implemented a wonderful rec.
center/parks plan - maybe you can get input from them on
running your rec. department
026 Plant lots of trees, encourage walking, neighborhood watches,
lighting for safety and bathrooms
027 For a change, think about the whole community - not just the
golfers and ball players
028 There is currently too much for the seniors and very little for
children - let the seniors pay for their own
029 Require proof of residency to use parks
030 Need girls youth softball
031 Consider senior facilities at North end of Waring
032 Stop building, you're using up precious desert - preserve it
033 Build a poet office near Fred Waring
034 This is a start in the right direction
City et $A QU'"& Perk§ &W MNerutaea Muter VIM Gu y f:Minge j3
Area in "hich: Respondents Live "
Valid
Value Label
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Area B 2 164 100.0 100.0
------- ------- -------
Total 164 100.0 100.0
Table : B.2
Age aroaps=.af-Respoadeata..<
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Valid
Percent Percent
Ages
18-24
2
1
.6
Ages
Ages
25-35
36-50
3
24
.6
14.6 14.9
Ages
51-64
4
46
28.0 28.6
Age
65 or Older
5
6
36
54
22.0 22.4
32.9 33.5
Did
Not Indicate
3
-------
1.8 Missing
Total
164
------- -------
100.0 100.0
.>: ,
Number, of
Persons'` Luring -�:'8�oiise
"::`
Value Label
One
Two
Three
Four
Five
Six or More
Did Not Indicate
Value Frequency
1
18
2
87
3
25
4
21
5
8
6
3
.
2
Total 164
Valid
Percent
Percent
11.0
11.1
53.0
53.7
15.2
15.4
12.8
13.0
4.9
4.9
1.8
1.9
1.2
Missing
100.0
100.0
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Table 8.4, m.,
Number of Children VM*r, Age 18 is sousehold...1
Value Label Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
None
One Child
1
115
70.1
72.3
Two Children
2
3
16
9.8
10.1
Three Children
4
18
11.0
11.3
Four Children
5
8
4.9
5.0
Did Not Indicate
2
5
1.2
1.3
-------
3.0
Missing
Total
164
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Mood for Child Care DTable :/1
uring Mork sours. of Respondents
Value Label Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Yes 1 16 9.8 10.0
No 2 144 87.8 90.0
Did Not Indicate 4 2.4 Missing
------- ------- -------
Total 164 100.0 10C.G
Table 8.6
Work Status of Respondents. ° :"..
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
Employed FT
Employed PT
1
69
42.1
44.2
Homemaker
2
3
13
7.9
8.3
Retired
4
4
2.4
2.6
Unemployed
5
53
32.3
34.0
Combined Work Status
6
2
15
1.2
9.1
1.3
9.6
Did Not Indicate
8
-------
4.9
Missino
Total
164
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
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"."' LduaatiOnai.�%eYa3� ot':�lltetpon$entat';:
Valid
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
PerceE
Postgraduate
1
56
34.1
36.4
College Graduate
2
71
43.3
46.1
High School
3
22
13.4
14.3
Vocational
5
5
3.0
3.2
Did Not Indicate
10
-------
6.1
Missing
Total
164
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Residence Characteristics of Respondents$":gib,.
Permanent
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
Year Round
1
128
78.0
84.8
Seasonal
2
23
14.0
15.2
Did Not Indicate
13
-------
7.9
Missing
Total
164
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Residence Type
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
Apartment
1
1
.6
1.1
Condo
Mobile Home
2
13
7.9
14.8
Homeowner
3
4
2
1.2
2.3
Did Not Indicate
72
43.9
81.8
76
-------
46.3
Missing
Total
164
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Gate Guarded
Value Label Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Yes, a Gated Area 1 68 41.5 100.0
No or Did Not Indicate 96 58.5 Missing
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Total 164 100.0 100.0
City of L Quaata Parka ara WenTL ""ter plan Survey Iiwanga 34
lacilitiesJ 4abia H.8
]wgenaies kespondeats-Indicate Meet;kecreational Needs
Value
Label
Value Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
Coachella Valley Rec 6 Parks
Dist. 1
29
17.7
YMCA
1
14
8.5
CV Boys
and Girls Club
1
8
4.9
A Youth
Sports Organization
of LQ 1
13
7.9
Golf or
Tennis Club
1
96
58.5
Other
1
44
26.8
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Total 204
Mar Responses to- fiabie R . *9
value Response
02 Public golf course
04 Senior center
05 My own pool/yard, gym, at home
06 Health gym
12 Palm Desert Youth 6 Sports
14 None
20 Theater
21 Girl Scouts/Boy Scouts
25 Our needs are not being met
33 Self motivated
39 COD
41 State and federal park areas
42 Hiking trails
45 Gymnastics
47 Gold's gym, running, bicycling
48 Just ride our bikes on streets and new bike trail
51 Out of town
53 Camping and camp fire
55 LQ Hotel
57 National Junior basketball
59 Dance classes/municipal golf course
61 water sports
62 Hunting and fishing
63 Resorts, hotels
64 Bowling
65 0/clubs and Bingo
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Mean
Ranking
Rank
Value
1
1.85
Teens, Ages 13-18
2
1.91
Children, Ages 5-12
3
3.09
Seniors
4
3.25
Adults
5
3.46
Preschool, Ages 1-4
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<y ai 8atreatioaal�:iratiiities tbs.:�# ::o!"�ti� �,
Mean
Ranking
Rank
Value
1
3.64
Multipurpose Recreation Center
2
3.93
Neighborhood Parks
3
4.32
Community Parks
4
4.47
Bicycle/Fitness/Equestrian Trails
5
4.59
Municipal Pool
6
5.90
Municipal Golf Course
7
6.03
Picnic Areas
8
6.64
Lighted Tennis Courts
9
7.39
Baseball Fields
10
7.50
Basketball Courts
11
7.89
Tot Parks
12
9.75
Skateboard Park
13
9.81
Other
CitY of IL Ouinta ►arks and Recr taon eaatar Plan fus y F.Wings 36
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Other Respaasea to Uble A.11... SFr'
Value Response
06 Miniature golf/go carts
09 Roller skating rink
14 open park space
26 Health club
29 None of the above
30 wildlife refuge
33 Sidewalks
34 Natural habitat park
41 Art and History museum
43 Frisbee golf course
45 No baseball fields
46 Use schools for Rec. areas
47 Shooting range
48 Day care center, children and adults
49 Need to solve sewer and water problems
50 Majority rule item
51 Horseshoes, shuffleboard, baseball, volleyball and badminton
52 Incorporate all of the above
53 Youth oriented events
54 Fritz Burns Park
55 Shade structures and shade trees
56 weight area, art area and amphitheater
Priority Listing of Ispecfiic Recreational:VZOOct Development
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1 2.39 Bear Creek Channel Bike Path
2 2.42 Sports Complex Improvements
3 2.49 Community Park
4 2.60 Fritz Burns Park
5 3.80 Other
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Value Response
002 Municipal golf
003 New park in area
004 None
005 Pool
O10 Neighborhood mini parks
018 Wilderness preserve south at the top of the cove
023 Park date Palm and wash
024 Schools as rec. centers
025 New park in Desert Club Manor
026 Youth areas to keep them off streets
027 Camp for low-income kids
028 Don't use
029 Multipurpose center
036 Jogging path
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gc5.. ..
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1 2.13
Developer
Financed
2 2.67
Corporate
Sponsorship
3 2.91
Community
Fundraising
4 3.71
City Tax Revenue
5 3.98
User Fees
6 4.63
Assessment
Districts
7 4.92
Other
Other. Responses io Table VB413..
Value Response
O1 No new taxes (property taxes are bad here)
05 Donations
12 Bonds
16 Do it for the kids
17 Combination of 2, 3 or more of the above
18 Daily developed and financed
19 Let users pay for things
20 RDA/CV rec.
21 City has money already for Fritz Burns
22 CUR 6 PD co-operation in program and developers
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the City of' La 44iata ShaaiQ vmrjAe��
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1
2.81
Youth Sports Programs
2
3.56
Cultural Events
3
4.21
Leisure Classes/Instruction
4
4.89
Senior Programs
5
4.93
Adult sports Programs
6
5.11
Aquatic Programs
7
8
5.12
Youth, Adult and Senior Trips
5.13
Holiday Events
9
5.19
Drama Programs
10
7.06
Other
Other.::
value Response
05 None
08 Community event - Sun Stroke Daze
11 Dance group and lessons
12 Let CV park and rec. do
13 Golf and tennis
14 Art and nature programs
15 Mini bus
16 Stop looking for nays to spend money
17 shooting range
18 Youth helping youth to cope in our society
19 Concrete amphitheater
Rating o M..? ,; `
�'t9oad3tioa of:-8peai�Racreatioa..� hiss
Based on,
Mean Condition
Facility Rating (Excellent=l, Fair=2, Poor=3)
LQ Sports Complex 1.93 Fair
Eisenhower Mini Park 1.76 Fair
Bear Creek Ch. Bike Path 1.82 Fair
Downtown Community Park 1.88 Fair
Lake Cahuilla County Park 2.08 Fair
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R600masmded hmea;
8 Indicating
This Amenity: Amenity For A "Community Park"
90.2%
Picnic Areas
88.4%
Restrooms
81.7%
Lots of Trees
73.2%
Shade Structures
65.9%
Play Equipment
47.0%
Basketball Courts
45.1%
Softball Fields
37.2%
Tennis Courts
36.0%
Volleyball Courts
18.3%
Snack Bar
11.6%
Other
other
Value Response
02 Small lake for ducks, toy sail boats atmosphere
03 Trails and nature exhibits
OS Pool
17 More trees
18 All of the above
22 Gangs will take it over like the other parks
24 Fitness trail/mile markers
25 Frisbee golf course
26 open areas
27 only need 1 1/2 acres
28 Misters in summer
29 Room for rap sessions
30 Soccer, football
31 Body of water for fishing
Value Label
Yes
No
Did Not Indicate
Valid
Value
Frequency
Percent
Percent
1
132
80.5
84.1
2
25
15.2
15.9
•
7
-------
4.3
Missing
Total
164
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Cirr Of IL Quanta Parka and Paenatinfl Maatar Plan aurwy Pinn>nua 40
Appropriate Night ughtiag inr,city,,palriss,<,;,,
Valid
Value Label
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Ground Lighting
1
13
7.9
15.5
Security Lighting
2
54
32.9
64.3
Court/Field Lighting
3
17
10.4
20.2
Did Not Indicate
80
-------
48.8
Missing
Total
164
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Other Response to"Table'h`18 w;
Value Response
O1 Court/Field and security
02 Court/Field and ground lighting
03 Ground, Court/Field and security
04 Ground and security
Table 8.19
Reeceended Chan
ges or Additiaris.ta �.�tniata:8ports Complex
Value Label Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Add Picnic Areas
1
43
26.2
Add Sand Volleyball Courts 1
47
28.7
Add Shade Structures
1
47
28.7
Plant More Trees
1
61
37.3
Change Lighting
1
14
8.5
No Comment or Not Used
Facility 1
78
47.6
Total
-------
290
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City 09.1► Wrote Pike W bassktlon MYyr Plan Su y rlt ings 41
AdditlOIIsi S+ai�70II�II� . �IIe=a],.W �.'O�IIti ". �:-
Value Response
009 We are new homeowners in this community
013 We need pools for swimming and instruction separate programs for
kids and adults
014 Thank you for considering public input and the opportunity to
participate in this survey
019 Teen activity to avoid hang outs at parks for drug dealers
035 Remove all old oleanders and clean up Fritz Burns park
036 Adult classes in drama and stimulating subjects
037 La Quints, is badly in need of public golf course for retired
seniors
039 Day care for children
043 Too much traffic at 111 and Washington, fix the left turn first
and flood area
045 Any facility that would relate to Boys/Girls club - we are in
full support
047 Slow down housing development and other developer projects
048 Love living in La Quints,
049 Affordable golf in LQ
052 Sidewalks on Jefferson from ill North
057 I'm concerned that LQ makes room for parks before it's developed
059 Great job - keep up the good work
062 Like to see neighborhood park plans resurrected in the cove
063 Why does this city need its own Rec., we have the Rec. district
and YMCA
070 We do not want the area to be a place for kids or old people -
we want a stimulating adult community
072 I'd like to know if this survey becomes a useful tool
074 We need nice big parka
075 New to area, don't know about the facilities
076 Need plants in medians along Washington
077 Recreational sports with parent attendance
078 Mail out pamphlet on what's available in the parka for the year
079 Golf course, with special rates for La Quints, residents
080 use eminent domain to acquire land - develop it with small shops
for artist and restaurants
061 City should have direct involvement in all park activities
082 Storm sewers needed at Tampico and Washington
083 Part time residents not qualified to answer
084 City shouldn't hire more staff
085 Stop commercial development
006 only establish parks in vacant lots
087 Taxpayers should have all basic needs met
088 Family athletic club
009 Like to know survey results
090 Day camp
091 Need good environment for kids
092 Acquire pyramids golf course from RTC for municipal use
094 Downtown community parka should be under La Quinta city
Jurisdiction
095 Work with CUR and PD, why have your own department?
096 Need concrete dividers in medians marked for night driving
097 Preserve La Quintals character
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Area In Which Retss.s�...� its
iponde its
Value Label Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Area C 3 523 100.0 100.0
---------------------
Total 523 100.0 100.0
Age Groups --of `3Yespondents, i
Value Label Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Ages 5-17
1
1
Ages 18-24
2
23
.2
4.4
.2
4.4
Ages 25-35
Ages 36-50
3
188
35.9
36.2
Ages 51-64
4
169
32.3
32.6
Age 65 or Older
5
6
83
15.9
16.0
Did Not Indicate
55
10.5
10.6
4
-------
.8
-------
Missing
Total
523
100.0
-------
100.0
Table C.3"
Number of Persons living is BousehW&,,a.
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
One
Two
1
54
10.3
10.4
Three
2
174
33.3
33.7
Four
3
124
23.7
24.0
Five
4
95
18.2
18.4
Six or more
5
6
50
20
9.6
9.7
Did Not Indicate
3.8
3.9
6
1.1
Missing
Total
523
100.0
100.0
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x.:
`lumber. o -Chu
Valid
Value Label
Value Frequency Percent Percent
None
One Child
1
253
48.4
48 '-
Two Children
2
3
103
19.7
19.y
Three Children
4
100
43
19.1
19.3
Four Children
5
13
8.2
2.5
8.3
Five or more
6
5
1.0
2.5
1.0
Did Not Indicate
6
-------
1.1
-------
hissing
Total
523
100.0
-------
100.0
^�y oyy
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Value Label Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Yes No 1 114 21.8 22.9 Did Not Indicate 2 384 73.4 77.125 4.8 Missing
------ ------- -------
Total 523 100.0 100.0
Mork status'
Value Label
Employed FT
Employed PT
Homemaker
Retired
Unemployed
Combined Work Status
Did Not Indicate
Valid
Value
Frequency
Percent
Percent
1
357
68.3
69.3
2
26
5.0
5.0
3
26
5.0
5.0
4
58
11.1
11.3
5
7
1.3
1.4
6
41
7.8
8.0
•
8
-------
1.5
Missing
Total
523
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
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;iLdursatiOnel' yu �"xh
Value Label
VValid
alue Frequency
Percent
Percent
Post Graduate
College Graduate
1
131
25.0
26.5
High School
2
195
37.3
39.5
More School
3
124
23.7
25.1
Vocational
4
6
1.1
1. 2
Did Not Indicate
5
38
7.3
.
29
-------
5.5
Missing
Total
523
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Table C:.
ResiQ+eaoe C6araet+srieticr
: o! 3tesptsn4ea�s
Permanency
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
Year Round
Seasonal
1
449
85.9
95.5
Did Not Indicate
2
21
4.0
4.5
•
53
10.1
Missing
Total
523
100.0
100.0
Residence ape
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
Apartment
Condo
1
2
.4
.7
Homeowner
2
7
1.3
2.6
Did Not Indicate
4
265
50.7
96.7
•
249
-------
47.6
Missing
Total
523
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Value Label
Yes, a Gated Area
No or Did Not Indicate
Gate Guarded
Value Frequency
Percent
PValid
ercent
1 9
1.7
100.0
• 514
98.3
Missing
Total 523
100.0
100.0
C:cy of 1a�Qulnta Pall* entl Pe taon Mawr elan Su y hnainue 45
Value Label
Total 523 100.0 100.0
Value Frequency
Coachella Valley Rec 6 Park Dist. 1
YMCA 1
CV Boys and Girls Club 1
A Youth Sports Organization of LQ 1
Golf or Tennis Club 1
Other 1
Total
213
48
30
73
94
169
627-_
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Value Response
Percent
40.7
9.2
5.7
14.0
18.0
32.3
01 Public tennis court with lights
02 Public golf course
04 senior center
05 My own pool/yard, gym, at home
06 Health gym
08 Church
10 Athletic gym, running and biking on streets, local gym, jogging
11 Indio municipal golf/condo pool
12 Palm Desert Youth 6 Sports
13 Public golf and tennis
14 None
15 Indian springs
16 Other cities parks
17 POYSA soccer and baseball and DYSO
19 Open desert/mountains
24 Schools, Palm Desert Civic Center Park
25 Our needs are not being met
32 Son does sports at school
34 Walking
35 Polo clubs
36 Private classes
37 Colorado River, Lake Cahuilla
38 Wises Club
39 COD
40 Shopping area
42 Hiking trails
43 Gym in Indio
44 Hiking in desert (Southeast of Cove)
45 Gymnastics
46 Palm Spring Senior softball
48 Just ride our bikes on streets and new bike trail
49 Retired
50 BMX
• city of L QUAW.\ 7Irk, and AIM fts"r yl� fi- wv IieG lnq� 1
53 camping and camp fire
54 Don't do much recreation
55 LQ Hotel
56 Library
57 National Junior basketball
58 Family activities, fitness
59 Dance classes/municipal golf course
60 Not permanent residents
61 water sports
64 Bowling
65 0/Clubs and Bingo
66 Jazzercize/Golf
67 outside interest
68 Golf/swimming
71 Skate park
74 Open land and bicycle paths
76 Park
77 on own
78 Natural untouched desert
79 Cultural center
80 work softball
81 LQ park
62 water slides
83 When built, would like to use our facilities and spend money here
84 BLM
86 Enjoy wild country south of cove
87 Church youth groups
93 Park club
94 Clubs and organizations not located in La Quinta
95 Unsatisfied with LQ park supervisor
96 off road riding
97 City visitor center
98 UCR Extension, Yosemite Association
A
Groups ��eard `,
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Mean
Ranking
Rank
Value
1
2
1.77
Teens, Ages 13-18
3
1.89
Children, Ages 5-12
4
3.30
Preschool, Ages 1-4
3.35
Adults
5
3•72
Seniors
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Mean
Ranking
Rank
Value
1
3.96
Municipal Pool
2
3
4.06
Multipurpose Recreation Center
4.42
Neighborhood Parks
4
4.70
Community parks
5
5.18
Bicycle/Fitness/Equestrian Trails
6
5.72
Picnic Areas
7
7.04
Lighted Tennis Courts
8
7.17
Tot Parks
9
7.50
Baseball Fields
10
7.54
Basketball Courts
11
8.70
Municipal Golf Course
12
9.28
Skateboard Park
13
9.33
Other
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Value Response
03
Senior center
04
Roller blade track
06
Miniature golf/go carts
09
Roller skating rink
15
ABA Bike Track
19
Bicycle paths
22
Volleyball court
23
Children@ museum
24
25
Multi purpose programs for all ages and groups
La Quinta needs
26
some much more than rec. area
Health club
27
Softball fields
28
Soccer, lawn bowling
29
None of the above
30
wildlife refuge
31
Safer things for toddlers at the parks
32
Racquetball courts
35
36
Decorative landscape along streets and sidewalks
Affordable
37
municipal course
BMX
38
Qualified instructors
39
Larger library
40
Street lights
42
48
Decent toilets at community parks
51
Day care center, children and adults
56
Horseshoes, shuffleboard, baseball, volleyball and badminton
weight area,
57
art area and amphitheater
Batting cages, miniature golf
City of L Quinta Park* and Were• Mutar Plan $US V r:-, :nq. 49
58 Shuttle service to Cove facilities
61 Amphitheater
67 Public pool and gym
68 Radio control race and airplane park
69 Village area
70 Great money opportunity
71 Neighborhood gardens
72 Recreation facilities for handicap
73 Educational
74 Natural habitat conservation - save desert
75 Biking trails, Santa Rosa mountains
76 A wall to keep development off hill slides
77 More night life Lo
78 Rock climbing structure
79 Jogging trail
80 Improve community park
88 Ice rink
89 Large wading pool
90 Christian youth center
91 Enclosed Rec. room for youth dances
92 BLM access to top of Cove
93 Scout house
94 Nature center
95 Bowling
96 water ski - members only
98 Stores
TWA
Priority Listing of Specific RscreatJ* ai,'gYoj t imVelopment
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1 2•07 Fritz Burns Park
2 2.61 Bear Creek Channel Bike Path
3 2.68 Community Park
4 2.78 Sports Complex Improvements
5 3.83 Other
Other Responses to Table4!C �
Value Response
002 Municipal golf a
003 New park in area
004 None
005 Pool
006 rec. center with pool
008 Bike path, jogging trails
010 Neighborhood mini parks
011 Tot parks
012 Golf course
013 Library
014 water park
• City of L Quinta Patln am beraat4ft Matsar Pion S�y : amanga 49
015
016
017
Ole
019
020
021
022
024
029
030
031
036
03e
039
040
042
043
044
045
046
052
053
054
055
056
057
OSe
059
060
061
062
063
Have not heard of these
Beautify the road landscape
BMX
Wilderness preserve south at the top of the cove
Not familiar with Fritz or sports complex
Baseball fields
Larger parks
Bowling center
Schools as rec. centers
Multipurpose canter
Skateboard park
Park at PGA west or nearby
Jogging path
Village area
Recreation facilities for handicap
Jazzarcize classes, local
52 sports complex
Lighted, neighbor
East side of Bermuda
Cultural events
South end of Cove could be huge park
Village La Quinta
La Quinta Park
Community center
Outdoor amphitheater
Boys club
Roller skating rink
Soccer fields
Desert club tennis
BLM access
Shade trees and structures in
Nature center
Gym and spa in Cove area
existing parks
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e "SIIQ $eCl�8t�Lllt$1 .facLuttr- S
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1 2.37
2
Developer
Financed
2.51
3
Corporate
Sponsorship
2.77
4
Community
Fundraising
3.95
5
City Tax Revenue
4.11
6
User Fees
4.38
7
Assessment
Districts
5.28
Other
• City of L Quin& parka and VA. /"tar Ilan Survey F,w,,ge SO
Value Response
03
04
05
07
09
11
12
13
14
15
20
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
42
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
All of the above
Give private enterprise a chance
Donations
Work with Coachella Roe. and Park District
Federal funds
Poes. on Some facilities (pool, golf course)
Bonds
Bingo games
Memberships
Mini bus
RDA/CV rec.
CDR 8 PD co-operation in program
County
Suggest program similar to adopt
batting cages
None
Rotary club has offered to build
With the $20 MILLION they lost
Gated parks with annual fees
W k
and developers
a highway, when appropriate - pool,
one (no cost)
or with the CV recreation district, they're great
Public pools
City lotto
Should not develop
Tax fee system
However possible
Spend money on streets
Charge admission
School district
Volunteer or prison work crews
with the million from pGA West
Redevelopment Agency
With money from landmark
Take from Bence paycheck
Art department
Tell mayor Pena to get the 53,000,000 back and use it
All means available
Any feasible, but not over taxed
Quimby Act
Business taxes
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Mean
Ranking
Rank
Value
1
2.58
Youth Sports Programs
2
4.24
Cultural Events
3
4.47
Youth, Adult and Senior Trips
4
4.50
Adult Sports Programs
5
4.65
Leisure Classes/Instruction
6
4.81
Aquatic Programs
7
5.54
Holiday Events
8
5.69
Senior Programs
9
5.97
Drama Programs
10
8.42
Other
Value Response
0S
06
09
30
11
15
20
21
22
24
25
27
29
30
31
32
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
None
Tot programs
Hans picnics (Pot luck)
BMX
Dance group and lessons
Hini bus
City 'Victory Garden' to supply fresh vegetables to needy and to teach
gardening skills and safe environment
All of above
Instructional -such as computer classes
Pool park
Dances
Street fair
Anything interesting
Nike, bike trails (road
Exercise program
Youth club
Provide facilities only,
Roller skating rink
Nature center
Family counseling
Hors 'Mommy and Me, type
Music
Youth awareness programs
Boxing
trips), off road
programs are a private responsibility
classes
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Mean Condition
Facility Rating (Excellent=l, Fair=2, Poor=3
LQ Sports Complex 1.83 Fair
Eisenhower Mini Park 1.51 Fair to Excellent
Bear Creek Ch. Bike Path 1.51 Fair to Excellent
Downtown Community Park 1.80 Fair
Lake Cahuilla County Park 2.02 Fair
8 Indicating
This Amenity: Amenity For A "Community Park"
91.4%
Restrooms
88.5%
Picnic Areas
Lots of Trees
9.2 7
.8
Shade Structures
71.7%
Play Equipment
48.8%
46.7%
Basketball Courts
44.9%
Volleyball Courts
38.4%
Softball Fields
27.5%
Tennis Courts
19.1%
Snack Bar
Other
Other..
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Value Response
01 Water fountains - drinking
02 Small lake for ducker toy sail boats atmosphere
03 Trails and nature exhibits
05 Pool
06 Area for doge to run
07 Skateboard, roller blade, skating rink
08 Ponds
09 Hardball, baseball fields
12 Tot play area
13 Walking and bike trails and skate
17 More trees
18 All of the above
19 Phones
20 rec. room
21 Perfect park
• City Of L Quin" tarts and YgtOtt cuter Plan qutwy Pindlnq@ 53
23 As many diversified facilities as space permits
30 Soccer, football
32 Running track
33 Band stand for amateur entertainment
34 BBQ
35 Lake -swimming
37 Racquetball court
40 Gym
41 croquet area
44 Palm Desert cam. Park
45 Lawn bowling and horseshoe park
47 Flowers, drinking fountains, gaaebo/stage, seats
48 Recycling bins
49 Putting green
50 Place for remote control planes, native plants
51 children toys and equipment
52 water toys
53 Biking trails
54 Playing field for soccer, football and frisbee
55 outdoor amphitheater
56 Open fields for kites
57 Ping pang room
58 Banquet facilities
59 Game center
61 Arboretum
Value Label
Yes
No
Did Not Indicate
Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
1 457
87.4
90.5
2 48
9.2
9.5
18
-------
3.4
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Missing
Total 523
100.0
-------
100.0
Value Label Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Ground lighting
1
40
7.6
13.5
Security lighting
2
146
27.9
49.3
Court/Field lighting
3
110
21.0
37.2
Did Not Indicate
227
-------
43.4
-------
Missing
Total
523
100.0
-------
100.0
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slue Response
1 Court/Field and security
2 Court/Field and ground lighting
3 Ground, Court/Field and security
4 Ground and security
5 Ground, Court/Field, security and overnight lighting
7 Metered light for tennis courts
8 Lights are too bright for nearby homeowners
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Value Label
Value Frequency Percent
dd Picnic Areas
1
176
33.7
dd Sand Volleyball Courts
1
199
38.0
dd Shade Structures
1
199
38.0
lant More Trees
1
220
'42.1
hange Lighting
1
48
9.2
o Comment or Not Used Facility
1
188
35.9
Total
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Additional Respondent General Cements
slue Response
08 Child care is a major concern with many families in LQ
30 Great city, but need more parks North of Area A
12 Lets get street lights, the listed city facilities are not in my area and to
get to them is ridiculous
13 We need pools for swimming and instruction separate programs for kids
and adults
14 Thank you for considering public input and the opportunity to participate
in this survey
19 Teen activity to avoid hang outs at parks for drug dealers
21 1 would like a community center like Indio
23 Develop area like Indio and Palm Desert and have rec. distr. run
26 Plant lots of trees, encourage walking, neighborhood watches,
lighting for safety and bathrooms
29 Require proof of residency to use parks
32 Stop building, you're using up precious desert - preserve it
35 Remove all old oleanders and clean up Fritz Burns park
38 Think more about the people
39 Day care for children
40 No taxes
41 Clean up on used care and other trash
42 Enforce leash law
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James W. Black 54365 Avenida Rameriz, La Quints
171 They should have left the pool intact where Desert Club
172
173
174
175
176
177
178
179
180
181
102
183
184
les
186
187
lee
109
190
191
192
193
194
195
196
197
198
199
200
201
202
203
used to be (Fritz Burns Park)
More events held at Downtown Community Park
Trail heads and parking needed for hiking areas
Needs exercise/weight room, jogging on sand trails
Need more churches in city
Increase code enforcement
Keep facilities away from residential
More water Conservation
Lighting for bike paths
Fireworks display in flood control area at top of Cove
Received 4-20-92
rec. facilities in desert should work closely with LQ
Love Cove, would enjoy seeing it even more beautiful
La Quinta needs streets and sewers firsts
La Quinta has lost its natural beauty
Summer program for children, organized/games, crafts
Need restrooms at Eisenhower miai-park
Craft fairs without big fees
New Community Park restrooms, by playground
Tennis, handball walls, pool
More football and soccer teams
YMCA Day care
Top of Cove should be for off -road vehicles
Already enough facilities
on New Years Eve
YMCA, etc.
Reference *6, sq. ft. cost to new homes, like school district uses
Adding lighted tennis courts to sports complex
Park area needed in South end of Cove and west side
Keep park in city, upgrade toilets and structure, keep vandals out
Council poor examples of City hood
Flyers for day care centers
Make La Quints. great! Don't treat it like a business, who lives
in a business?
YMCA day care is too expensive
I don't like other city adult softball leagues using our softball
fields and facilities
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Value Label Value Frequency Percent PValid
ercent
Area D 4 159 100.0 100.0
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Total 159 100.0 100.0
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afire t4s"onps'ot;`�
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
PValid
ercent
Ages 5-17
1
Ages 18-24
2
3
1.9
1.9
Ages 25-35
3
3
•6
.6
Ages 36-50
3
27.0
27.2
Ages 51-64
4
43
2.
Age 65 or Older
5
6
48
30.2
30.4
Did Not Indicate
30
1B•
1
•
1
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Misssinin g
Total
159
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
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Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
One
Two
1
17
10.7
10.8
Three
2
91
57.2
57.6
Four
Five
4
22
13.8
13.9
Six or More
5
6
8
5.0
5.12.5
Did Not Indicate
4
2.5
1
-------
.5
Missing
Total
159
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
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Valia
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Perce _
None
1
114
71.7
74...
One Child
2
13
8.2
8.4
Two Children
3
19
11.9
12.3
Three Children
4
4
2.5
2.6
Four Children
5
3
1.9
1.9
Five or more
6
1
.6
.6
Did Not Indicate
5
-------
3.1
Missing
Total
159
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
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Valid
Value Label Value Frequency Percent Percent
Yes 1 12 7.5 8.1
No 2 137 86.2 91.9
Did Not Indicate 10 6.3 Missing
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Total 159 100.0 100.0
'Noft status of 8espoa1tea a
Value Label
Employed FT
Employed PT
Homemaker
Retired
Unemployed
Combined work status
Did Not Indicate
Valid
Value
Frequency
Percent
Percent
1
82
51.6
52.6
2
11
6.9
7.1
3
6
3.8
3.8
4
43
27.0
27.6
5
2
1.3
1.3
6
12
7.5
7.7
•
3
-------
1.9
Missing
Total
159
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
• City Of L Quint& Parke and Man"r Plan Surer raanangs 59
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Valid
Value Label
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Post Graduate
1
37
23.3
25.7
College Graduate
2
74
46.5
51.4
High School
3
27
17.0
18.8
More School
4
2
1.3
1.4
Vocational
5
4
2.5
2.8
Did Not Indicate
15
-------
9.4
Missing
Total
159
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Table
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y'.y9
Permanency
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
Year Round
Seasonal
1
119
74.8
82.6
Did Not Indicate
2
25
15.7
17.4
15
-------
9.4
Missing
Total
159
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Residence Type
Value Label
Value
Frequency
Percent
Valid
Percent
Apartment
1
3
1.9
3.5
Condo
Homeowner
2
29
18.2
33.7
Did Not Indicate
4
54
34.0
62.8
73
-------
45.9
Missing
Total
159
-------
100.0
-------
100.0
Gate Guarded
Value Label Valid
Value Frequency Percent Percent
Yes, a Gated Area 1 44 27.7 100.0
No or Did Not Indicate 115 72.3 Missing
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Total 159 100.0 100.0
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Value Label Value Frequency Percent
Coachella Valley Rec. 6 Parks
Dist. 1
25
15.7
YMCA
1
9
5.7
CV Boys
and Girls Club
1
2
1.3
A Youth
Sports Organization of
LQ 1
10
6.3
Golf or
Tennis Club
1
90
56.6
Other
1
40
25.2
Total
-------
176
-------
Value Response
01 Public tennis court with lights
02 Public golf course
04 Senior center
05 My own pool/yard, gym, at home
14 None
20 Theater
24 Schools, Palm Desert Civic Center Park
25 Our needs are not being met
31 Have not found a place, new in area
34 walking
44 Hiking in desert (Southeast of Cove)
47 Gold's gym, running, bicycling
48 Just ride our bikes on streets and now bike trail
55 LQ Hotel
62 Hunting and fishing
66 Jazzercize/Golf
66 Golf/swimming
69 RV
70 Living desert - Joshua Tree Mont.
71 Skate park
72 Victory Christian Center
73 County
74 Open land and bicycle paths
75 La Quint& Middle School
76 Park
85 Travel
87 church youth groups
88 PGA west
89 Go out of town for skating and bowling
90 CWA and VASA
91 Bike riding, racquetball and swimming
92 Fritz Burns park
• City Of la Quanta PAtke W YerGn mamqy Plan 8.iw r—,O"Q. 61
.. s�urc'�� _�tuanuirss.�y,
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1 1.71
Teens, Ages 13-18
2 2.09
Children, Ages 5-12
3 3.13
Preschool, Ages 1-4
4 3.16
Seniors
5 3.17
Adults
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Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1
3.50
Multipurpose Recreation Center
2
4.43
Community Parks
3
4.46
Neighborhood Parks
4
4.56
Bicycle/Fitness/Equestrian Trails
5
5.18
Municipal Pool
6
6.65
Picnic Areas
7
6•77
Municipal Golf Course
8
6.82
Municipal Lighted Tennis Courts
9
7.01
Baseball Fields
10
7.38
Basketball Courts
11
7.40
Tot Parks
12
8.47
Other
13
9.72
Skateboard Park
0 city of La Quiata Parks am asero►AL"r rim 8"Wr rindsqs 62
value Response
03
04
06
12
17
26
28
32
40
57
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
74
81
82
83
85
86
87
Senior center
Roller blade track
Miniature golf/go carts
Build a park in Area 'A'
Theaters
Health club
Soccer, lawn bowling
Racquetball courts
Street lights
Batting cages, miniature golf
Develop/repair N. Desert Park area, south of Tecate
Club houses for children
Amphitheater
Comic book store
Landscaped walking areas
Finish streets and have vacant lot ordinance
Olympic lap pool
Art center
Natural habitat conservation - save desert
Nothing else necessary
If John Pena monument wasn't first, more could be done
Jazzercize
None of the above
Gymnastics for kids
Combine senior center and facilities for all of La Quinta
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Mean
Ranking Rank value
1 2.27 Sports Complex Improvements
2 2.45 Community Park
3 2.46 Fritz Burns Park
4 2.Sl Bear Creek Channel Bike Path
5 3.53 Other
• city of L Quanta Patka W4 P',,& Muter Plan su"ey Piban9a 63
other:Rop000 to.Rab►u,1).0
4
Value Response
002 Municipal golf
003 New park in area
004 None
005 Pool
006 rec. center with pool
010 Neighborhood mini parks
030 Skateboard park
031 Park at PGA west or nearby
032 Bear Creek access and area south of Tecate
033 Sports programs for kids
034 Park PGA area
035 Not that familiar
037 Art center
041 Don't use facilities
046 South and of Cove could be huge park
047 Restore hiring in south end of Cove to Pre -Flood Control Development status
048 Dancing classes
049 Lawn bowling
050 Improve what we've got
051 Streets and Rec. center
1� Needed, NO1l C1 ;
Parks and Recreational Paailit -,Iwx r=mm s-
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Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1 2.26
Developer
Financed
2 2.80
Community
Fundraising
3 2.87
Corporate
Sponsorship
4 3.44
City Tax Revenue
5 3.91
User Fees
6 4.33
Other
7 4.36
Assessment
Districts
• city of L Quinta hrin ww R"i t&M wbr pi&0 sutw7 FinOinge 64
'< .
Value Response
09 Federal funds
12 Bonds
25 None
27 With the $20 MILLION they lost
29 Work vith the CV recreation district, they're great
32 Like Indio
37 Charge admission
40 Not needed
41 Riverside County tax rebate to La Quinta
42 With the million from pGA West
43 None, develop what we have now
44 No, new parks
45 one large park in the Cove should do
46 Fees for extra events
47 Attractions or events people want to see
Mean
Ranking Rank Value
1
2
2.56
Youth Sports Programs
4.07
Cultural Events
3
4
4.34
Adult Sports Programs
5
4.58
Youth, Adult and Senior Trips
4•59
Leisure Classes/Instruction
6
4.99
Senior Programs
7
5.56
Aquatic Programs
s
5.63
Holiday Events
9
10
5.87
Drama Programs
7.48
Other
Value Response
04 Park facility in area 'A'
06 Tot programs
11 Dance group and lessons
21 All of above
22 Instructional -such as computer classes
23 Art facility
26 Day care
28 Karate/self defense
33 Transportation
34 Teens, age 13-18 should be first
35 Horseshoes
• City of L Ousnt6 pans " pew* M""r V16n $u Y ylnding6 65
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Mean Condition
Facility Rating (Excellent=l, Fair=2, Poor=3)
LQ Sports Complex 1.89 Fair
Eisenhower Mini Park 1.75 Fair
Bear Creek Ch. Bike Path 1.59 Fair to Excellent
Downtown Community Park 1.93 Fair
Lake Cahuilla County Park 2.06 Fair
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8 Indicating
This Amenity: Amenity For A "Community Park"
82.4%
Restrooms
81.8%
Picnic Areas
79.2%
Lots of Trees
64.8%
Play Equipment
62.3%
Shade Structures
49.1%
Softball Fields
36.5%
Basketball Courts
36.5%
Volleyball Courts
35.8%
Tennis Courts
30.2%
Snack Bar
16.4%
Other
Cit7 of La quanta P&rb and P�atam M ater PLO survey P1Minge 66
Value Response
01 Water fountains - drinking
02 Small lake for ducks, toy sail boats atmosphere
05 Pool
06 Area for dogs to run
09 Hardball, baseball fields
17 More trees
18 All of the above
33 Band stand for amateur entertainment
34 BBQ
35 Lake-swismtinq
36 Multipurpose/meeting room
37 Racquetball court
38 Grass, pathways and trash cans
39 Security
41 Croquet area
42 None of the above
43 Copy 'White Water' park in Rancho Mirage and add snack bar
45 Lawn bowling and horseshoe park
46 Safe atmosphere
Value Label
Yes
No
Did Not Indicate
Value Label
Ground Lighting
Security Lighting
Court/Field Lighting
Did Not Indicate
Value Frequency Percent
1 138
86.8
2 15
9.4
6
3.8
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Total 159
-------
100.0
Value
1
2
3
Total
Valid
Percent
90.2
9.8
Missing
100.0
Valid
Frequency
Percent
Percent
5
3.1
5.7
46
28.9
52.9
36
22.6
41.4
72
-------
45.3
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159
100.0
-------
100.0
• city at L Quiata Paris age Regs.a Maatar Plan 6u[Ay Pi Mugs 67
Value Response
01 Court/Field and security
02 Court/Field and ground lighting
03 Ground, Court/Field and security
04 Ground and security
06 Ground lighting, early shut-off
07 Metered light for tennis courts
Value Label
ciyir.Ey:.
Value Frequency Percent
Add Picnic Areas
1
42
26.4
Add Sand Volleyball Courts
1
44
27.7
Add Shade Structures
1
44
27.7
Plant More Trees
1
60
37.7
Change Lighting
1
16
10.1
No Comment or Not Used Facility
1
70
44.0
Total
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Value Response
013 We need pools for swimming and instruction separate programs for kids
and adults
014 Thank you for considering public input and the opportunity to participate
in this survey
019 Teen activity to avoid hang outs at parks for drug dealers
047 Slow down housing development and other developer projects
067 Preserve natural areas
091 Need good environment for kids
103 Pools
105 Thank you
106 Involve youth more
107 Park closer than 6 miles away from PGA West
108 Area south of Tecate needs repair/development into desert park - also
access across area to mountains
111 Large park with many recreation facilities
112 Don't like slides at La Quinta - need function club
113 Will love all the new improvements
114 Give youth the best we can
115 La Quinta needs a street sweeper
• city of L Quint& parks &W Baereatio-ter Plan Bury" ►indmga
116 Rename downtown Community Park to Nymer-Pena Park
117 Rules for parks - no gangs (security)
116 More cultural events, such an music festivals
119 Haven't used recreational resources much but will in future
120 More joint cooperation with the CV Recreation District and Park District
121 The city needs to organize and monitor more sports leagues for kids and
adults
122 Spending more time in La Quinta now
123 Hope you make something to help the community
124 Part time residents, we use our own golf club
125 Don't use recreational facilities, feel they should be used primaril or
youth
126 Connunity should focus on keeping kids and families together
127 Are you creating a new department?
128 New Ave. 52 still under construction is not wide enough, should be .
lanes not 2
129 Happy with the survey, hope changes will be made soon
130 Love use of desert plants in landscaping
131 Pool at Fritz Burns park
132 La Quinta is basically an adult community and should be treated as such
133 Maybe J. Pena will get out of office and things will get started,
promisee no action
134 La Quinta streets, sub -standard - Jefferson from Ave. 50 Elv to Indio
135 Enjoy improvements so far, night use very desirable
136 All outdoor areas should post curfew use hours - close after 10:00 P.M.
137 Develop Fritz Burns Memorial Park
238 Park on Colima needs better play equipment and an area for
preschoolers
139 Give seniors consideration, lawn bowling and horseshoe pits
140 Provide only those items, which present tax base can pay for on current
base
141 La Quinta needs more exit roads to leave town
142 2 story building with elevator for many events at Fritz Burns Park
143 Appreciate the effort being made to modify the city
144 Don't spend any more money, work with what you have
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This classification system is intended to serve as a guide to planning —not as an absolute blue-
rint. Sometimes more than one component may occur within the same site (but not on the same parcel
f land), particularly with respect to special uses within a regional park. Planners of park and recreation
ystems should be careful to provide adequate land for each functional component when this occurs.
NRPA suggests that a park system, at a minimum, be composed of a "core" system of parklands, with
total of 6.25 to 10.5 acres of developed open space per 1,000 population. The size and amount of
adjunct' parklands will vary from community to community, but must be taken into account when con -
daring a total, well-rounded system of parks and recreation areas.
COMPONENT
USE
SERVICE AREA
DESIRABLE SIZE ACRES/1,000
POPULATION
DESIRABLE SITE
CHARACTERISTICS
t. LOCAL/CLOSE-TO-HOME
SPACE:
lini-Park
Specialized facilities
Less than $mile
1 acre or less 0 25 to 0.5A
Within neighbor -
that serve a concern
radius.
hoods and in close
trated or limited pop.
proximity to apart.
ulatlon or specific
ment complexes,
group such as tots or
townhouse develop.
senior citizens.
ment or housing for
the elderly
elghborhood
Area for intense rec
'. to y>-mile radius
15+ acres 1 0 to 2.OA
Suited for intense
ark/Playground
reational activities,
to serve a population
development Easily
such as field games,
up to 5,000(a
accessible to neigh.
court games, crafts,
neighborhood).
borhood population —
playground appa.
geographically
ratus area, skating,
centered with safe
picnicking, wading
walking and bike ac-
pools, etc.
cess. May be devel•
oped as a school•
park facility.
ommunity Park
Area of diverse en-
Several neighbor
25+ acres 5.0 to B.OA
May include natural
vironmental quality.
hoods. 1 to 2 mile
features, such as
May include areas
radius.
water bodies, and
suited for intense rec
areas suited for in.
reational facilities,
tense development.
such as athletic com
Easily accessible to
plexes, large swim-
neighborhood served.
mmg pools. May be
an area of natural
quality for outdoor
recreation, such as
walking, viewing,
sitting, picnicking.
May be any combina-
tion of the above,
depending upon site
suitability and com-
munity need.
TOIWLOSE-TO-HOME SPACE - 8.27510.8 A/1,000
wit3NAL SPACE:
sal(Metro. Area of natural or Several communities. 200t acres 5.0 to 10.13A Contiguous to or
t Park ornamental quality 1 hour drivmq time. encompassing
for outdoor recrea- natural resources.
tion, such as picnick.
ing, boating, fishing,
swimming, camping,
and trail uses; may
include play areas.
nal Park
re
Area of natural Several communities. 1,000t acres.
quality for nature- 1 hour driving time. sufficient area to en.
oriented outdoor compass the resource
recreation, such as to be preserved and
viewing, and studying managed.
nature, wildlife habi-
tat, conservation,
swimming, picnicking,
hiking, fishing, boat-
ing, camping, and
trail uses. May in.
clude active play
areas. Generally, 80%
of the land is reserved
for conservation and
natural resource man.
agement, with less
than 20% used for
recreation development.
TOTAL REGIONAL SPACE 15.20 AM,000
Variable
Diverse or unique
natural resources,
such as lakes,
streams, marshes,
flora, fauna, top.
ography.
PACE THAT MAY BE LOCAL OR REGIONAL AND IS UNIQUE TO EACH COMMUNITY:
e Park
Area developed for
No applicable
Sufficient width to
Variable
Built or natural eor.
one or more varying
standard.
protect the resource
ridors, such as util-
modes of recreational
and provide maxi-
ity rights -of -way,
travel, such as hiking,
mum use.
bluff lines, vegeta.
biking, snowmobiling,
tion patterns, and
horseback riding,
roads, that link other
cross-country skiing,
components of the
canoeing and pleasure
recreation system or
driving. May include
community facilities,
active play areas.
such as school,
(NOTE: any included
libraries, commercial
for any of above com-
areas, and other park
ponents may occur in
areas.
the "linear park.")
ial Use
Areas for specialized
No applicable
Variable depending
Variable
Within communities.
or single purpose rec.
standard.
on desired size.
reational activities,
such as golf courses,
nature centers, mari.
nas, zoos, conserva-
tories, arboreta, dis-
play gardens, arenas,
outdoor theaters, gun
ranges, or downhill
ski areas, or areas that
preserve, maintain,
and interpret build.
ings, sites, and objects
of archeological sig.
nificance. Also plazas
or squares in or near
commercial centers,
boulevards, parkways.
,ervaney
Protection and man.
No applicable
Sufficient to protect
Variable
Variable, depending
agement of the
standard.
the resource,
on the resource be-
natural/cultural en.
ing protected.
vironment with rec.
reation use as a
secondary objective.
COMMUNITY PARK
BUDD PARK -2E,9A
B NEIGHBORHOOD PARK
SHEFFIELD PARK - 1124 A
REGIONAL PARK
B W OPE PARK - , 769 00 A
C] 101'_ 4C
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RECOMMENDED
RECOMMENDED
ACTIVITY,
SPACE
SIZE AND
NECOMMENDEO
NO OF UNITS PER
SERVICE LOCATION
FACILITY
FACILITY
REQUIREMENTS
DIMENSIONS
ORIENTATION
POPULATION
RADIUS NOTES
Imrntan
1620 sp 11
s.nms 1 /IU • a00a
•rtl a �, .,n r sown
1
Jo rr •
om r
is
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r o• cnlucn
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•u un all „ads
r n.kr. aeons
football
rONb
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,.
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1 y.r Sbrq
4.0 School
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+V .xa
n.,e•
,. . ICalm.^•^n
rl mlrrn
:all'up.
5600 7980 sit It
m . 04
• •.gMwanmm ma •am
.^ 5 . r.unurur rim
+ ntm
pin. her. .n m
ban
80011 r a wml.
20 .40 Minimum
n a... .....n. eu,
1 „ r WO
t 5 30 .nine r r .rvn
moor
well
10pp for 3 wan
r0 sa or 3 w
ri r. 1. '3-1
uma
1 �..� r w..a ..m rn r,
r
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vo3wanwuply
v.rn. ailV
u<Ido., ripple.,
. nom so'r.nq
NockeY
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F -a n5 .11Xl
..n...rin seem
I..mo• ."W1000
1 ua.....n.
rope nerve
�m....r..wn B5 .185,
.11
!]ulJoprr ro'Owm. r
w. C im mPo. a t
I
Aod•ennp1 5000 so n
..ne r•
^+ad.•vm^ g
support area
n of wm i
driftf
a
Pan of men.Pwpofe
ac.Inv
Id
Mntrmum of t 200
36' . IB 12clearance
Lung Ho oormfoylh
I court per no
. r. pine
8n1 m 0 tobew m 2 e
m 1t Smile court
on both s.tlC1. 21
12 KIH IOr COmpl@A 1
clearance On DOIn let
LOtaletl .n ne19n50.
n rodl'ommenrtY spur
I
O• XIIMent 1. Sch.,
to
oYbHl
M'n.mum of e,000
Minimum . 60 M.mum 6
1 o^g an, norm�soulh
1 criers oar bon
r'4 ma"
m
Sae e1 other coon
to 1t
cleerpnce on HI Pd.f
a bad
msg
mlon,baHHb.n em 1
ball
Rkitl
3 6385 A minimum
p BH.enn-90'
Locate home 11.1. to
I Per 5000
'. A mna
Part of neighborhood
PrIchmg dnterce—
pitcher throwing
Complex Lighted
A'
ecroH on end aner
Lrgntetl-1 per 30 000
f cbm
Loaf parr of com
Fe 32p'
.l Linefrom
ome
ynlly COmplea
Can,., fu_mm
Camp haltl—eBP'a
platt
nOml Plata mrWglr
ug
rtN League
1 2 A mmrmum
a Befel.nn-60'
P'cner'f mound run
Pnchm9Onlerrce—A6'
t non Teall
Foul rile —213V
Center held—MV.
250
Roldlay
Mrmnrym 1.6A
189 . 300' with.
Fall sedwn—mrpalln
1 Per 20.000
15.30 mmmH travel
Ueer ev Part of au
Imum of IV
northwest 10 southeall
:,me
ball, football, sweet
C eepare e c n.11 .on
For longer period.,
complap In conten fy
north 10 Muth
Park Or eHetlm t0
no Rhasl
bail
Minimum 15A
I . 360' with a
Same df Laid cock.,
1 Per 20A00
15-30 .not. vavH
Same at field hockey
minimum of 6'
me
clear.nca on all paH
Ir
1.7 to 2 IA
195' to 225' x 330' to
Same H field hockey
1 Per 10.000
1.2 mrUf
Numberan of emts Of
360' wIh 10' ell.
ponds dope larltre
nereclaan. nn on au
r on .man.
voem Socceplateplatee."aid.
1
Lela adl.cant to
lcnoob it, neighbor
I
1
nOod perk.
-Orw.s Raffia t 35A for mrn.mum of
9 'surds Add
LVegaxeedOtMwesn
IPm 50.000
mutes bays. ume
Part of gall Oeurw
25 tab
¢ m for eYn
northeast with goller
cpmpim. Aa a Mpoetk
i
aEEibonl. tee
I
Onymg bWsim Po n•
VPit, IMy be theater,
east
operated.
b Running These
4 3A
Oyefan width 276
Long akn in sector
I Per 20 GOO
15-30 ..hot. travel
Usually Met of high
ength-60002
from north to$win
time
school, or in cam
Track width for B to 4
to north-wesl4oulh
muNty Park COnIpIQ
anes n 33
re, ..In Lmin 'In.
in combination with
.t rorrner., and
football, copper. etc.
all
15 to 2OA
8... bn.,-SO
Same as bromal.
I pe, 5.000(if also
1m116
SleGhtdlffareneam
1`40..,
seo la youth
dimensions for 18"
min 40' -women
baseball
Vow prich. May aloe
Fall hICh Ireld mama
be wYl 40, youth
from plate-225'
baseball.
be,..- foul lines
Slow pitch-225' (men)
250Iwomm)
Of. Fachum.
9,840 ad I,
I nr . 80
Long ..,1 of tourl.
I Der 10 000
1.2 miles
I
..In Orrmary ub rs
etball, vokey"I.
north $outD
el
N/A
Wall dalmeb need max
N/A
1 system per re9.on
NIA
.mum 10' *din, mai
mum average grade 5%
not to exceed 15%
Capitally rutsu buh-
40 h0onsidaw mile
Urban "i n..em
deyrm.le
ary Rarga
Mm.mum 0 65A
30a length . minimum
Archer testing north
1 per bO 000
30 minutes naval time
Part of a rag arias
10' wrde between at.
or 45-
meld Park comps.._
gels Roped tlep spate
on .ties of an, tom.
'
mum o1 30'. Clear sltaCa
behind targets minimum
of SO- x 45' with
bunker
mnmm� Use and
Minimum 30A
An walk$ and struuures
Center Lne of length
I Or, 50 WO
30 m nu... trayet .me
Part of a r00,Pnial
Field
occur Within an area
runs nOrlheY4$outh
metro park Compbk
Pon,
app,O..m.I.,, 130
wen ..In shooter
wide by 115' deep Min
facing northeast
.mum cleared era d
pontemed with.. two
supanmPmed fragments
with 100yam radio 14
.ball Sho4Wl danger
zone n contained with
in two superimposed
Islander, .,In 300ryard
redo 136 spas)
1118 118 HOW
• 50 BOA
• Averse Ienglhrvary
Mgomy of hole,
n to 1 hour travel rims
• 9Aola course ten
600d100 yams
north moth axis
seemmodm 350
p•OpN/deer
lob abedard
•Minimum BOA
0Averag.len9th-2250
• 1125000
a 1BAob couras an
,are,
sctommod... 5M
550 people a per.
Apse nandaN
• Mthre um 110A
• Averse length-6600
a 1/50 000
Courts may bebOted
yawl
in community or district
Park, but Should not lea
over 20 mdb Imm
Population center
,Me" Ppob
Vanes pit a. of poor
Tesnmg-nymmum.1
Nona-allhou9h care
I pet 20.000
15 1. 30 minutes 14ye1
Pool. for gain ..I Clew
eM amam.n UWafly
25 yards. 46 aWn
must be iMan m.bng
(Pow, mould accom
lime
mind, ub should
. m 2A isle
depth of 3 to 4 feet
of lifeguard stations in
repeab 3 to 5%of total
Planned for tea N.
compen.Whminimum
relation to afternoon
p0seeli dal .lime)
compbawe,and ret4
of 25ma 16m Minimum
on
enonal micam ..In
Of 22 guar• feet of
enough depth 13.4m1 to
water surface Der swim.
seepmmedbe I. and
of Rados of 21 deck
3m awing boardl. LO,
v$ wear
called in community
park Or uhopl $ne
In A"
NIA
Beach nee mould hale
N/A
N/A
NIA
Should have sand boo
SO It. of land sib
tomwith llocaem..-
Sam Ile of water per
in..o15%(flat
user Turnover nun
preferable) Building
3 There should be 3.4A
areal completely tell
WPPOrbDg land per A
ng.tm from swimming
01 beach
areas,
ORDINANCE. 90-9
AIN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WEST SACRAMENTO
ESTABLISHING PARK FACILITY DEVELOPMENT FEES
'he City Council of the City of West Sacramento does hereby ordain as follows:
ection 1. Purpose and Authority.
i oroer to implement the goals and objectives of the Recreation and Cultural Resources
:hapter of the General Plan of the City of West Sacramento's ("City") General Plan, and to
Litigate future park impacts that are a direct result of new development, the City Council
as determined that a development fee is needed in order to finance those park/recreation
tcilities attributed to new development. In establishing the fee described in the following
actions, the City Council has found the fee to be consistent with its General Plan.
ection 2. Findings.
be City has enacted this ordinance to mitigate new development's impact on parks and
:creational facilities and does so according to the following:
A. This fee will help meet the demand for park/recreational facilities in newly
eveloped areas of the community.
B. This fee will be used to construct new public park/recreational facilities that are
ecessitated by increased development. Those facilities will include acqisition of park
and to meet the City's standard of 1 acre per 100 dwelling units or its equivalent, residents,
assive nature areas, pedestrian and bike trails, a community center, playgrounds,
)mmurtity parks, neighborhood parks and industrial play parks. In addition to new
tcilities, the fees will be used for the expansion/renovation of existing facilities to
^commodate new development demand. A summary of future park development is
3dressed in the City General Plan.
C. Relationship of fee to new development: Analysis of the land use expected at the
wild -out of the City pursuant to the General Plan makes it possible to estimate the number
f constructed units to be generated, and the resulting increase in population and
mployees. It is therefore possible to calculate a fee, based on dwellin&s and unit
;nerations, which equitably spreads the burden of City-wide park and recreation facilities
i those who will create the need for them and utilize them. It is the intent of this Chapter
establish such a fee, spreading costs of City-wide park and recreation facilities to those
ho create the need for such facilities. It is the further purpose of this Chapter to
aplement the General Plan by assuring that adequate City-wide park and recreation
�cilities are financed and provided.
D. Relationship of need for public facilities to new development: The General Plan
the City requires that the City be provided, in a time frame related to its development,
ith an adequate level of City-wide park and recreation facilities so as to maintain one acre
er 100 dwelling units or its equivalent of developed City-wide parks. New development,
id the expansion of existing development, within the City imposes a burden on the existing
ark and recreation facilities by adding additional population and by creating a need for
-w City-wide park and recreation facilities.
Page 3 •
Ordinance 90-9
PARKS
DUT
S HFDI1 F
Hours of
Hours of
Persons Potential
Potential
Per
Parks Usage
Parks Usage Parks
Land
Use Per Person
Per Unit DUE
Land Use
1 ;tc
11"
Per Week
Per }leek S.cherlu1G
Single Family
Dwelling Unit
2.425
84.5
204.91 1.00
Multi -Family
Dwelling Unit
1.900
94.5
16055 0.78
Retail
1,000 sq ft
2.110
15.0
31.65 0.15
Office
1,000 sq ft
3.850
15.0
57.75 0.28
Industrial
1,000 sq ft
1.750
15.0
26.25 0.13
Hotel/Motel (emp)
Room
0.417
15.0
6.26 0.03
Note: For Hotel/Motel only potential
PARKS
use from employees was used.
JE ALT.O 'ATION
_DI
Parks
DUE
Units
DUE
land tc c
jlnit
Schrdil(e
Developed
Atlas anon
Single Family
Dwelling Unit
1.00
7,238
$7,238
Multi -Family
Dwelling Unit
0.78
5,647
$4,405
Retail
1,000 sq ft
0.15
4,818
$ 723
Office
1,000 sq ft
0.28
2,399
S 672
Industrial
1,000 sq ft
0.13
11,857
$1,541
Hotels/Motels
Rooms
PARKS
COSTS
0.03
(SUMMARY)
N/A
N/A
Development
Park Areas
Costs Per Acre
Added
Land
Improvements
147 acres total
!mass
Neighborhood Parks
$65,000
$85,000
51.8
$7,770,000
Community Parks
565,000
sa5po
852
$12,780,000
Special Facility (Community Center)
Land
B ,ildi
oats
$65,000
53,000,000
4 acres
53,260,000
TOTAL
sZ,>,s WW
Page 5
Drdinance 90-9
iection 3. Additions. There is hereby added to the Municipal Code of the City of West
>acramento Chapter 12.30, which is to read as follows:
:hapter 12.30 Park Facility Development Fees.
Sections:
12.30.010
Definitions
12.30.020
Imposition of Fee
12.30.030
Exception
12.30.040
Refunds
12.30.050
Proceeds
12.30.060
Inflationary Adjustments
230.010. Definitions.
he following words are defined for purposes of this Chapter as follows:
A. "Building permit" means the permit issued or required by the City for the
construction of any dwelling, industrial or commercial unit pursuant to and as
defined by the uniform building code.
B. "Department" means the Department of Parks and Community Services.
C. "Director" means the Director of the Department of Parks and Community
Services.
D. "Dwelling trait" means a building or part of a building designed for occupancy as
a residence by one family.
E. "Facilities" means a City-wide park and recreation facilities, land,
improvements, or infrastructure shown and included in the Park Master Plan.
F. "Fee" or "City-wide park fee" means the fee established by this Chapter. The
fee shall be collected prior to the issuance of any buiding permit. The fee shall
be used solely to finance the facilities.
G. "Industrial development" means a building or a portion of a building engaged in
processing and manufacturing of materials, and/or the manufacture of
previously prepared materials including processing, fabrication, assembly,
treatment, packaging, storage, sales and distribution of such products.
H. "Mobile home park" means any area or tract of land where one or more mobile
home sites are rented or held out for rent. "Mobile home park" includes the
terms "mobile home court," "trailer court" and "trailer park."
I. "Motel/hotel/transient houses/inns" means any transitory or temporary and/or
boarding facility where no kitchen facility is included in the living trait
J. "Multiple -family dwelling" means a building designed for occupancy as a
residence by two or more families, living independently of each other.
Provided, that multiple -family dwelling also includes forms of group living,
including, without limitation, senior citizen homes, retirement homes, or
boarding homes.
K "Non-residential unit" means a building or part of a building used for office,
retail or industrial uses.
L. "Office development" means buildings or portions of buildings wherein services
are performed involving administrative, professional or clerical services.
M. "Retail development" means a building or a portion of a building engaged in the
sale of merchandise, foods, goods and services.
N. "Single family dwelling" means a building designed for occupancy as a residence
by one family, including mobile homes.
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12.30.060. Inflationary Adjustments.
The fee established by this Chapter shall automatically be adjusted on January 1st of each
calendar year by a percentage equal to the inflation rate for the prior year for construction
and land costs as determined by the Director on December 1st of the prior calendar year.
The Director's determination of construction costs shall be based upon the Engineering
News Record, Construction Cost Index for the calender year as of December 1st. The
Director's determination of land costs shall be based upon the fair market value of such
land on December 1st."
Section 4. Operative Date.
The fee imposed by this Chapter shall apply to the construction of all residential and non-
residential units for which a building or construction permit is issued 60 days after the date
of adoption of the ordinance.
Section 5. Severability.
If any provision of this Chapter is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other
provisions of this Chapter which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, and to
this end the provisions of this Chapter are severable.
Section 6. Effective Date.
This ordinance shall take effect 30 days after its adoption and within 15 days after its
passage, shall be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation published
and circulated in the City of West Sacramento.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this twentieth day of June 1990, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Mayor
ATTEST:
Helen M. Kanowsky,City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Robert E. Murphy, City Attorney
(909ord)
r
nEw USEMURPOSE ADVANTAGES LEWrrAnONS
nefit To fund capital
Fees tied to users, does
Traditional benefit
sessment improvements with
not fall under Gann limit,
assessments may be
special benefit
does not always requite
infimdble, difficult to
assessments
voter approval
obtain voter approval in
developed areas.
odscape and Landscape Lighting, Benefit zones need not be Improvements must b
lhftng Act of M Paris and Recreational contiguous. Voter paid for annually on a
sesmmtDistrictl Improvements approval not required to-payiwyou-go- basis.
form the District. Protests
can be overruled by 4/5
vote of the Council. Not
under Gann limit.
:llo-Roos Act of Any capital improve-
Tax can be used to
Two-thirds vote within the
92 tens with a life of five
support the sale of bonds;
District is required to levy
years or more. Rehabili-
if leas than 12 voters, vote
a tax and incur bonded
tation, operating and
is by landowners one vote
indebtedness; must be
maintenance of some
per acre. Tax is not appor-
associated with increased
public services (police,
doted by benefit Not
service requirements
fne, ambulance, reaea-
tinder Gann limit.
team growth in the
lion, parka flood, storm
District.
strict (S31322)
for
streets, sewer, water,
bridges, public buildings,
libraries, recreation
facilities tinder 1911,1913,
1915 and Mello -Roos
Acts.
Bonds may be iss
a majority voters'
approval.
cilities Benefit Finances 1913 Act
Broad uses, no voter Pay-as-you-go financing.
sessment projects plus parks,
approval. Has withstood a No bonds are issued.
strict (SB2322) libraries, fire and police
court challenge.
stations, schools, traffic
signals and other public
facilities.
rtificates of Used to finance Not considered debt, no Cost to issue may be
rticipation equipment and major voter approval required. greater due to insurance
capital projects. and complex structure.
METHOD USE/PURPOSE ADVANTAGES IZVUTATIONS
The New Quimby
Act
Financing
Requires residential
developers to provide
land or in -lieu fees for
park and recreation
purposes.
equipment, land and
facilities.
New parks are provided
for at the time of residen-
tial development.
i ax exempt, not
considered debt.
Little new residential
construction is expected
to occur in South San
Francisco.
Len costly than bond
issues, useful for small
financings.
Taxable Municipal
Various
Fewer restrictions and
increased interest cost.
Bonds
reporting requirements
General. Obligation
Acquisition and improve.
Lowest cost of all debt
Requires two-thirds voter
Bonds
ment of real property,
instruments.
approval, cannot refund
earlier bonds, limited
use..
Limited Obligation
Acquisition or constnu-
Fledges only a portion of
Two-thirds voter approval
Bonds
Lion or public improve-
Was and use taxes to
required
ments.
secure bonds. No
increase in taxes makes it
favorable to voters.
unterpnse activities such No voter approval Loss of day -today control,
as water treatment plants required, lower cost, caste limited or no market.
recreational facilities. generated from sale.
Cost Savings Various Frees up existing Unknown return
revenues. No increase in
taxes, no requirement for
weer approval.
School/City
Cost sharing of construc-
Combines two sources of
School sites may not be
Cooperation
tion and rehabilitation of
revenue for an other -wise
located where there is
schools.
unaffordable facility.
greatest need.
Parks and
Fundraising arms to
Self-supporting organi-
Limited potential for
Recreation
Foundation
support parks and
zation, new revenues,
revenue generation.
recreation.
community involvement.
Community Rehabilitation in low- Readily available, does Limited to use only in low -
Developments income arras. not require voter income areas.
Block Grants/ approval.
Discounting
No voter approval, can be Unknown public reaction.
equitably distributed..
(1) Source: Parks Funding Alternatives, City of San Jose Office of Management and Budget,11-12-86