1998 08 12 CSCOF TNf'�OMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION AGENDA
La Quinta Civic Center Study Session Room
78-495 Calle Tampico - La Quinta, CA 92253
August 12, 1998
7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
II. PUBLIC COMMENT
The Chair reserves the right to limit discussion on any topic to five minutes or less.
III. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Corrections, deletions or reorganization of the agenda
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of Minutes of July 22, 1998
B. Monthly Department Report for July 1998
V. PUBLIC HEARING
VI. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. Election of Vice Chairperson
B. Selection of Meeting Date
C. 1998/99 Commission Work Plan
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIALS
A. Ordinance No. 316, Chapter 2.95 of La Quinta Charter and Municipal Code: Community
Services Commission
B. Fritz Burns Park Pool Rental Fees and Off Season Use
C. Parks and Recreation Master Plan
D. Kidsline Report
Vill. COMMISSIONER ITEMS
IX. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING INFORMATION
7:00 PM
La Quinta Civic Center Study Session Room
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COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING
DATE: August 12, 1998
ITEM TITLE: Monthly Department Report for July 1998
BACKGROUND:
The Community Services Department completes a monthly Department Report consisting of
attendance figures for all programs, upcoming events and meetings attended. The Department
Report is transmitted to the City Council on the second Council meeting of every month.
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file.
Dadie Horvitz, Corpnmti�Services Director
Attachment: Monthly Department Report
MEMO.DR
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MEMORANDUM
J: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
iOM: Marni Kunsman, Recreation Supervisort l/
IA: Dodie Horvitz, Community Services Direc
ATE: August 18, 1998
JBJECT: Transmittal of Community Services Department Report for the Month of
July 1998
PCOMING EVENTS OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT FOR THE MONTH OF
EPTEMBER 1998:
apt 3 Mexican Fiesta Luncheon, Sr. Center
apt 8 Landscape & Gardening Class, Sr. Center
apt 10 Financial Questions Answered, Sr. Center
apt 14 Golf Center Mobile Golf Program Begins, La Quinta Schools
apt 15 Congresswoman Mary Bono's Mobile Office, Sr. Center
apt 15 Free Hearing Consultation & Hearing Aid Check, Sr. Center
apt 16 Free Mobile Notary Service & Durable Power of Attorney for Medical Purposes
Sr. Center
apt 17 Healthy Cooking Class, Sr. Center
apt 18 Gatorade, Punt, Pass and Kick Competition, La Quinta Sports Complex
apt 22 "55 Alive" Mature Driving Course, Sr. Center
apt 22 Sport Parent Courses Begin, La Quinta High School
apt 23 Low Impact Aerobics Classes Begin, La Quinta High School
apt 23 Tiny Tot & Youth Dance & Twirl Classes Begin, La Quinta High School
apt 23 Theater Classes Begin, La Quinta High School
apt 24 Afterschool Class Program, Instructors Training
apt 24 "Knowing Your Prescriptions" Sr. Center
apt 24 Beginning, Intermediate and Theatrical Dance Lessons, La Quinta High School
apt 24 Adult Soccer League Managers Meeting, Civic Center
apt 24 Evening Class, Learn to Paint Begins, La Quinta High School
apt 28 Afterschool Class Program Begins, John Adams School
kept 28 Afterschool Class Program Begins, Harry S. Truman School
Sept 29 Travel Seminar, How to Find the Best Airfare, La Quinta High School
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COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
ATTENDANCE REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JULY 1998
SUMMARY SHEET
_ _ _ Meetings Per Month
99 18 1997 Variance 1998! 1997'
uF
Class Total
129
43
86.
50
13
Events Total
201
_
112
891
4
31
ports Total
265 _
0
2651
11
01
inta Pool
131
0
131 '
29
_ 01
Center Total
2,353
1,800
553
95
92 I
pram Total:
_
30791
1955
1124'
189
108!
ita Sports Complex!
to Sports & Youth
_
300
120
180
18 I
3,
_
soccer Camp
20 _
0
20
5
01
Rental Total:
_
320
120
200,
23
31
CIPATION
D TOTAL
3399
_ _
2075
1324
212
111
on a weekly summer average provided by CVRPD
1998 1997' Variance
:eer Hours
Center
640 I
680
-40 i
on Wheels
69,
95
-26 1
lunteer Total:
7091
775
-661
i
ue
nter Revenue
$1,233
$1,820
($587
avenue
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Youth and Adult Recreation Attendance
Meetinas Per Month
1998
1997 Variance
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1998 -
1997 -
-e Classes
;ookin camp
_ 6
0
6
_ 2
0
unior Tennis
10
0
10
2
0
3e at the Fountains
8
4
4 • _
3 _
3 .
nta Summer Art Blast
11
8
3
3
2
m_entals of Investing
__ ----6
0
61
4 •
01
ative Painting
_ _6
— 01
61
3'
0
nting
5
81
-31
4
2
ss Yourself Art Camp
14
0'.
141
4,
01
Shakespeare
15
_ 0;
15!
5
01
:olor
8
14
-61
4
31
3eginning Computers
_
10
01
10:
4.
0
Intermediate Computers__
10
0'
101
4
0'
3e�nning Computers
_ 10
_ 0'
10
4
01
Beginning Computers
10
91
Ii
4 •
311
_
-e Class Subtotal
129 I
431
861
50
131
-
al Events
--
-
1
-
o_ur at Palm Valley
_ 43
30
13 :
1 _
1
our at Desert Falls
53
0
53
1
0 I
our at Heritage Palms
50
40 '
101
1 1
1 1
our at Indian Wells
55
4
13
1
1
al Events Subtotal
201 1
1121
89
4
3
Sports
�/olleyball - -
80
_ 01
80 ' 8
01
Soccer League _
s Subtotal
185
265
01
01
185i
2651
3, 01
11 1 01
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0 Senior Center Attendance 0
Meetings Per Month
1998 1997 1 Variance
1998
1997
Senior Activities
Ambassador Attendance 601 541 61
Na
We
Billiards 71 01 7
n/a
I n/a
Blood Pressure Check 471 481 -1
4
5
Bridge, ACBL 1761 01
176
51
0
Bridge Duplicate/Social
2461
1871
59
13
11
Computer Lab
3
8
-5
1
2
Creative Writing
35
291
8
4
5
FIND Food Distribution
691
I 4741
217
5
4
Hearing Consultation
3
4
-1
1
1
ice Cream Social
641
451
19
4
5
Information Services
265
1101
155
Na
We
Medicare Consultation
2
21
0
rve
Tva
Monthly Birthday Party
16
37
-21
1
1
Movie Time
45
70
-25
6
5
Referral and Outreach
59
15
44
We
Na
Television Viewing
28E181
10
rva
Na
Sr. Activities Subtotal
17471
1101
648
44
30
Senior Classes
AARP "55" Class
38
60
-22
2
2
Arts & Crafts
47
42
5
5
5
Ballroom Dance
22
0
22
2
0
Computer
27
80
-63
5
18
Exercise
232
337
-105
14
12
Healthy Cooldng Class
18
17
-1
1
1
Painting
32
15
17
5
5
Watercolor Class
25
10
15
4
2
Yoga
281
0
28
5
0
Sr. Class Subtotal
467
561
-94
43
411
Senior Special Events
Back to School Preparation
20
17
3
2
2
CPR Class
3
7
-4
1
1
Luncheon
70
60
10
1
1
Seminars
23
53
-30
2
3
Share Sign-up
3
1
2
1
1
Sing -A -Long
20
0
20
1
0
Sr. Events Subtotal 1
139
1381
1
8
8
Senior Center Totals 23531
18001 553
951
92
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Dit VI. Business Item A.
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING
DATE: August 12, 1998
ITEM TITLE: Election of Vice Chairperson
RECOMMENDATION:
As deemed appropriate by the Commission.
BACKGROUND:
The Community Services Commission has the responsibility to elect the Chair and Vice
Chairperson during the first meeting of the Commission.
The Chairperson was elected during the first official meeting of the Commission. The
Commission voted to postpone election of a Vice Chairperson until all Commissioners
could attend the meeting.
The Vice Chairperson shall act in the absence of the Chairperson.
Voting Procedures:
All actions must be taken on a majority vote or by a majority of the quorum present.
On the passage of every motion, the vote shall be taken by voice or roll call as
appropriate (Page 21, Handbook for Commissions).
The Chairperson will open the nominations for the Vice Chairperson. The vote will be
taken and the Vice Chairperson will be elected.
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Tie Votes:
In the case of a tie vote, an additional motion is made which obtains a majority vote to
break the tie. If a tie vote results at a time when less than all members are present, the
matter shall automatically be continued to the Agenda of the next regular meeting,
unless otherwise ordered by the body (Page 19, Handbook for Commissions).
ALTERNATIVES:
The alternatives available to the Commission are to select a Vice Chairperson.
VC�;'�J,1
Dodie Horvitz, Co munity Services Director
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VI. Business Item B.
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COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING
DATE: August 12, 1998
ITEM TITLE: Selection of Meeting Day
RECOMMENDATION:
As deemed appropriate by the Commission.
BACKGROUND:
This item was on the first meeting Agenda of the Community Services Commission.
Due to the absence of two Commissioners it was decided to continue this item to the
next meeting for consideration.
As outlined in the Community Services Commission's Scope of Responsibilities, the
selection of the regularly scheduled meetings will be determined by the Commission.
The following meetings are on a regular schedule:
City Council
Planning Commission
Historic Preservation Commission
Investment Advisory Board
Youth Accountability Board
Cultural Arts Commission
1" and 3"
Tuesday
2:00 p.m
2nd and 41h
Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
3'd
Thursday
3:30 p.m.
2nd
Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
1' and 2nd
Tuesday
5:00 p.m.
2nd
Thursday
7:00 p.m.
The day of the week that is unavailable is Tuesday, due to City Council and Planning
Commission.
ALTERNATIVES:
The alternatives available to the Commission are:
1 . Select a meeting day that is acceptable to the Commission.
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Dodie Horvitz, om unity Services Director
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COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING
DATE: August 12, 1998
ITEM TITLE: 1998/99 Commission Work Plan
RECOMMENDATION:
As deemed appropriate by the Commission.
BACKGROUND:
Each Commission is required to submit an annual Work Plan for consideration by the
City Council. This Work Plan is the guidelines that the Commission will follow once
adopted by the City Council. The items in the Work Plan should reflect the duties and
powers of the Commission as outlined in Chapter 2.95 of the La Quinta Charter and
Municipal Code.
On April 15, 1998, the Human Services Commission revised the annual work plan to
be submitted to the City Council for consideration at the May 19"' City Council
meeting.
The Parks and Recreation Commission revised their work plan at the April 11 meeting
for consideration on the 19"'. Due to the reorganization of the Commissions, the work
plans were not adopted by the City Council.
It is anticipated that the Community Services Commission will review both the
unapproved work plans and consider incorporating items into the Community Services
Commission work plan for 1998/99.
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ALTERNATIVES:
The alternatives available to the Commission are to provide an annual Work Plan for
City Council approval.
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Dodie Horvitz, Co munity Services Director
Attachment: Human Services Commission Unapproved 1998/99 Work Plan
Parks & Recreation Commission Unapproved 1998/99 Work Plan
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ATTACHMENT
City of La Quinta
Human Services Commission
Work Plan
Revised April 15,1998
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HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION PHILOSOPHY
The general purpose of the Human Services Commission is to encourage the development
of a planned and orderly approach to the delivery of community services in the City.
The stated objectives (or goals) of the Commission are to:
Identify community needs for senior, youth, and child care services. Plan for the
coordinated delivery of such services 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;
Serve in an advisory capacity to the City Council on matters pertaining to community
services, and in general to study the needs of the City and the means of meeting such needs
in connection with matters pertaining to community services; and
To encourage a sense of mutual appreciation among residents of La Quinta through
education, community awareness and special events and activities which address the
diversity of the community and its residents.
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�-Wellness
Health Care 2
Health Care - Disaster Preparedness 3
Safety 4
$--Youth
Youth 5
Child Care 6
Gangs 7
i—Senior Cites 8
On -gong Activities
Advisory Body to City Council 10
Develop and Improve Communications with the City Council 11
Liaison to the Community 12
Network with other Valley Commissions/Agencies 13
Training Opportunities 14
Annual Work Plan 15
Health Care
Goal: Foster community awareness of the full spectrum of
health care services available throughout the
Coachella Valley for La Quinta residents.
Completion Date: On -going
Required City Resources: To be determined.
Method of Fulfillment: Assess needs for affordable health care
for La Quinta residents.
Encourage programs and disseminate information in
conjunction with Desert Sands Unified School
District, County of Riverside Social Services,
Health Services, and Mental Health Services, and
ongoing health maintenance programs such as:
AIDS Education, Sex Education, Planned Parenting,
Pre -natal Care, Parenting Programs, etc.
Assist with coordination of Health Fairs at
the La Quinta Business Expo and the Senior Center.
Educate the community and implement
programs to promote health issues.
Commitment Required: Current assignment requires one to two hours per
month of one or more Commissioners.
Staff role: Provide support as required by the Commission, and
act as liaison to the City Council.
Council Role: Provide approval for Commission to fulfill
this assignment.
Health Care - Disaster Preparedness
Goal: To provide La Quinta residents with a readily
accessible disaster plan and information guide to
maintain community safety in the event of a
disaster.
Completion Date: On -going.
Required City Resources: Cachet Kits.
Method of Fulfillment: Coordinate with Community Safety Manager CPR
and emergency treatment/disaster training seminars
according to Red Cross guidelines.
Encourage participation in American Red Cross,
ARC Youth Program, CVAG, La Quinta Fire
Department and other local health agency meetings.
Disseminate information to La Quinta residents.
Compile a list of medical professionals/residents
who could be called upon in a disaster.
Encourage Neighborhood Watch "AWARE" (Alert,
Well -prepared And Ready for Emergencies) Plan
sites to better serve La Quinta neighborhoods.
Commitment Required: Additional time attending meetings and researching
need for emergency support.
Staff Role: Advise Commission of meeting schedules
and serve as our liaison with the Community
Safety Manager.
Council Role: Provide approval for Commission to fulfill this
assignment.
Safety 0 GategM. Immediate•
Goal: Promote community awareness and participation
in safety -related functions.
Completion Date: Ongoing
Required City Resources: To be determined.
Method for Fulfillment: Assess the safety needs of citizens of La Quints
Maintain a directory of local emergency services.
Coordinate safety program through Senior Center,
Schools, Chamber Newsletter, and Desert Post.
Maintain a Speakers Bureau roster for use by
civic groups.
Encourage the Volunteers For Increased Public
Safety (YIPS), and make it available to all citizens
of La Quinta.
Coordinate a Disaster Preparedness Program
with Community Safety Manager.
Encourage citizens to participate in a Disaster
Preparedness Program i.e., Neighborhood Watch
-AWARE" (Alert, Well -prepared, And Ready for
Emergencies) Plan.
Promote safe transportation for citizens of
La Quinta i.e. bicycling and walking.
Encourage use of electric cars in La Quinta.
Cooperate with La Quinta Police Department.
Cooperate with the local fire agency service
for the City of La Quints
Commitment Required: Current assignment requires one to two hours per
month of one or more Commissioners.
Staff Role: Provide support as required by the Commission and
act as liaison to the City Council.
Council Role: Provide approval for Commission to fulfill this
assignment.
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Goal: Provide information for youth and their families on
the variety of programs available in La Quinta.
Completion Date: On -going
Required City Resources: To be determined.
Method for Fulfillment: Assess needs of the youth and their families.
Maintain a directory of youth activities
in the La Quinta area.
Encourage participation in all recreational,
cultural, social and safety programs available
in the City of La Quints
Encourage participation in programs i.e., mentoring,
conflict resolution, sex education, teen pregnancy
prevention, parenting classes, and other areas of
interest for youth such as Youth Accountability
Board.
Encourage participation in the Public Safety
Explorers Programs.
Make school newsletters/newspapers available at
City Hall and Chamber of Commerce office on
Highway 111.
Establish liaison for each school site in the City.
Commitment Required: Current assignment requires one to two hours per
month of one or more Commissioners.
Staff Role: Provide support as required by the Commission, and
act as liaison to the City Council.
Council Role: Provide approval for Commission to fulfill this
assignment.
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Child Care
Goal: To promote the availability of quality child care
in La Quinta through licensed providers.
Completion Date: Ongoing
Required City Resources: To be determined
Method for Fulfillment: Assess child care needs of La Quints.
Encourage availability of evening and weekend
child care in 000perafion with Ca1WORif s.
Maintain updated directory of licensed
child care providers within the city.
Assist with fingerprinting of child care
providers.
Be aware of programs available for before and after
school care, i.e. school sites, YMCA, Boys & Girls
Club.
Encourage certified baby-sitting classes.
Commitment Required: Current assignment requires one to two hours per
month of one or more Commissioners.
Staff Role: provide support as required by the Commission, and
act as liaison to the City Council.
Council Role: Provide approval for Commission to fulfill this
assignment.
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Goal: Encourage positive alternatives for at risk youth
through education and other agency programs.
Completion Date: On -going.
Required City Resources: To be determined.
Method for Fulfillment: Assess gang prevention needs through citizens of
La Quinta.
Cooperate with City of La Quinta Police
Department Target Team and School Resource
Person.
Maintain a directory of speakers, programs, and
referral facilities who work in the field of gangs.
Encourage participation in other agency programs,
i.e. Coachella Valley Gang Task Force, Families
Against Violent Crimes, Palm Springs Theater
Sports, Cathedral City's Gang Related Activity
Suppression Program (G.R.A.S.P.), Mothers
Against Gangs Influencing Children (M.A.G.I.C.)
programs, and Hermanas Intimas.
Positive Altemativ=
• C.A.N. Programs (Conflict and Chemical
Awareness Networks)
• Youth Accountability Board
• V.O.R.T (Victim Offender Reconciliation
Training)
Encourage participation in alcohol and other drug
classes, mentoring programs such as: Big Brothers
and Big Sisters, job mentoring, conflict resolution
programs, safety classes. Red Ribbon Week within
La Quinta Schools and the Boys & Girls Club, and
teen pregnancy prevention programs.
Coordinate education programs for parents and
youth through the schools, Boys & Girls Club, and
other agencies.
Coordinate educational programs for parents and
youth to reduce graffiti and vandalism.
Commitment Required: Current assignment requires one to two hours per
month of one or more Commissioners.
Staff Role: Provide support as required by the Commission, and
act as liaison to the City Council.
Council Role: Provide approval for Commission to fulfill
assignment.
Senior Citizens
Goal: To promote and support on -going activities geared
to the senior citizens of La Quints
Completion Date: On -going
Required City Resources: To be determined
Method of Fulfillment: Assess and advocate the needs of Senior Citizens
in La Quinta as to health, transportation and
nutrition.
Coordinate and cooperate with Director of
the Senior Center.
Maintain updated directory of Senior related
services within Coachella Valley, i.e. meals,
in -home services, Braille Institute, Memory
Center, Lifeline, etc.
Commitment Required: Current assignment requires one to two
hours per month of one or more
Commissioners.
Staff Role: Provide support as required by the
Commission, and act as liaison to the City
Council.
Council Role: Provide approval for Commission to
fulfill this assignment.
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Inter -Group Relates •
Goal: Encourage communication among groups to
promote a harmonious environment and a
supportive community.
Completion Date: On -going
Required City Resources: To be determined
Method of Fulfillment: Assess needs of various groups, i.e.
youth, senior citizens, ethnic,
gangs/taggers, inter -generational.
Advocate and stimulate solutions to the groups
challenges through conflict resolution, counseling,
leadership development, communication, training,
reports, etc.
Promote and support active programs
in crisis counseling, parent education,
including outreach programs, group
leadership meetings, recruitment of
minorities to participate in inter -cultural
neighborhood and community events, truancy
programs, and a referral service to other
agencies, i.e., hotlines, youth mentoring, Youth
Accountability Board, and advertising ESL classes
at the schools, etc.
Meeting locations, volunteer counselor;,
dissemination of information, hotline/directory
services.
Commitment Required: Current assignment requires one to two hours per
month of one or more Commissioners.
Staff Role: Administrative support, collection of
information, dissemination of information,
etc.
Council Role: Provide approval for Commission to fulfill
this assignment.
Advisory Body to City Council
Completion Date:
On -going
Required City Resources: To be determined.
Method for Fulfillment: Attend City Council meetings; relay public
opinion on various topics; accept assignments to
committees, boards, -and commissions. Be informed
of City issues and concerns.
Commitment Required: Current assignments require four to six hours per
month of Commissioners time.
Staff Role: provide support as required by the Commission, and
act as liaison to the City Council.
Council Role: provide Commission with specific direction as to
how it could better assist the Council.
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Develop and Improve Communications with the City Council
Completion Date: On -going.
Required City Resources: To be determined.
Method of Fulfillment Understand what the Council desires from the
Commission, and receive specific direction from
the Council.
Commission Resources: Time; Handbook; Work Plan; cooperation and
openness. The Commission currently relies on its
minutes to convey Commission work progress and
issues of importance to the Commission. The
Commission (staff) could provide an update
through the items of interest, or through a
separate, brief monthly or quarterly update.
Staff Role: Provide support as required by the Commission,
and act as liaison to the City Council.
Council Role: Provide the Commission with more opportunities
to meet and interact with Council/Commission
through joint meetings, as necessary.
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Liaison to thelommunity rGatesery! en -gems
Completion Date: On -going.
Required City Resources: To be determined.
Method for Fulfillment: Commissioners attend the Mayor's $reakfasV
Luncheon; public fonmas on behalf of the Council
and citizens; talk with residents to ascertain their
opinions; attend Senior Center functions.
Commissioners can do the following to enhance
their role as liaison to the community: attend
Chamber Mixers; interact with School District
administration; develop public relations (e.g.,
publicize hearings, use City/Chamber newsletter
to relate information of Commission business,
use the cable television Community Access channel,
send brief newsletter home with students twice a
year, attend local school staff meetings to
determine needs); use forums such as Main Street
Market Place to interact with the public; as
addressed above.
Commitment Required: Current assignments require three to four hours per
month of one or more Commissioners.
Staff Role: Assist with implementing public relations issues
noted above.
Council Role: Provide Commission with direction/comment.
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Network with Other alley Commissions/Agenc*
Completion Date: On -going.
Required City Resources: To be determined.
Method of Fulfillment: Improve performance through awareness;
address regional issues on behalf of Council by
presenting ideas to other Valley Commissions
and agencies.
Attend other Commission meetings and
joint cities meetings; coordinate and
sponsor meetings as needed.
Commitment Required: Current assignment requires three to four hours per
month of one or more Commissioners.
Staff Role: Provide support as required by the Commission, and
act as liaison to the City Council.
Council Role: Provide the Commission with direction/comment.
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C,
Training Opportunities
Completion Date:
Required City Resources:
Method of Fulfillment:
Commitment Required:
Staff Role:
Council Role:
On -going
To be determined.
Improve Commission performance and develop
better educated advisory body.
Annual attendance of training workshops,
schools, and conferences.
Time to attend workshops and conferences.
Inform Commission of upcoming workshops
and conferences.
Provide funds for educational opportunities.
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Annual Work Plan
Completion Date:
Required City Resources:
June 30
To be determined.
Method for Fulfillment:
Start revision of Work Plan in May; review
mid year for progress; add, subtract, defer
projects based on review. Seek input/suggestions
from the City Council; review programs and
projects being undertaken by other cities and
districts; review existing assignments; suggest
potential assignments.
Commitment Required:
Revision of Work Plan will require at least two
meetings plus outside reading.
Staff Role:
Administrative support. Act as facilitator for
development and review of Work Plan.
Council Role:
Provide Commission with direction/comment.
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ATTACHMENT
CITY OF LA QUINTA
PARKS & RECREATION
COMMISSION
1998-99
WORK PLAN
Approved by City Council
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Parks and Recreation Commission
1998-1999 Work Plan
Priority. A-1
Category: On going
Assignment Item: Advisory Body to the City Council
Method(s)for
Fulfillment: Attend City Council meetings; relay public opinion on various topics,
accept assignments to committees, boards, and commissions, and
inform Council of actions taken. Be ac dveiy invaived in City issues
and concerns
eeneenw. Develop and improve communication with the City Council.
Receive direction from City Council and take action as directed.
Commissioner
Availability. To be determined.
Commitment
Required. Current assignments require 10 hours per month of Commission
member's time.
Staff Role. To be determined.
Council Role. Provide Commission with specific direction as to how the Commission
could better assist the Council.
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Priority., A-2
Category. On going
Assignment Item: Liaison to the Community/Schools
Methods) for
Fulfillment: Commissioners attend the Mayor's Lunch $realest; conduct public
forums on behalf of the Council and citizens; talk meet with residents
to aseertsia gather their opinions; attend Senior Center functions.
Commissioners can do the following to enhance their role as Liaison
to the community: attend Chamber Mixers; interact with Desert Sands
Unified School District administration designate in Ina Quilft mid
Indio; establish a contact person on each campus; develop public
relations (i.e. publicize hearings, use City/Chamber newsletter to relate
information on Commission business, publicize Parks and Recreation
Month, use the cable Community Access Channel, send brief
newsletter home with students twice a year, attend local school staff
meetings to determine needs); use forums such as Main Street Market
Place to interact with the public as addressed above.
Commissioner
Availability: To be determined.
Commitment
Required Current assignments require 1-2 hours per month. New assignments
could require additional time of one or more Commissioners.
Staff Role: Assist with implementing public relations issues noted above.
Council Role: Provide Commission with specific methods by which the Commission
could fulfill this assignment.
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priority: A-3
Category: On going
Assignment Item: Park Development
Method(s) for
Fulfillment: Respond to community input and requests; review and give input to
Parks and Recreation Master Plan annually; focus on development of
a Trails Master Plan for Fiscal Year 1998-99 1996-9:; review current
information on trails system, conduct public hearings, conduct
selection process for design firms; address issues regarding Bear Creek
Channel Bikepath and other park improvements and development
issues that may arise and make recommendations to City Council.
Commissioner
Availability: To be determined.
Commitment
Required: Commitment falls under regular meetings, except for interviewing and
scoring RFQ's/RFP's, which require 5-7 hours per incident.
Staff Role: Administrative support.
Council Role. Include the Commission in the park design and development process,
specifically in the screening and selection of professional firms. -The
feels that i
_,_that: _Ye_
and in conducting public forums for park development purposes.
Review Commission recommendations.
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Priority. A4
Category. On going
Assignment Item: Risk Management Issues
Method(s) of
Fulfillment: Diminish risk at public parks and recreation facilities; insure that
facilities are safe for users; ADA compliance; Commission and Parks
and R-eer+eatiea CommutdW Savim Departwerd staff to work more
closely with Public Works Director, Maintenance Manager, and staff
to develop a risk management program for the park areas and
recreation facilities.
Commissioner
Availability. To be determined
Commitment
Required. When task is completed, it may require 34 hours per month of
Commissioner's time.
Staff Role: Provide administrative support.
Council Role: Provide the Commission with direction/comment.
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Priority: A-5
Category: Annual
Assignment Item: Youth Workshop
Mdhod(s) of
FulfUhnent. Conduct day long Community Youth Wadmbop to pr%ent current
pm�pms anddevelop idea fiIrfi3Wt0FWMM InVOIVCVaUVYWWe
resource providers such as YMk La Quints. Bo" and Girls Club,
County a -r. u Department,etc. COMMUdMft to the community Bn ,
way ofPress Releases,Ymr, a the ChamborofConm=ce Newsletter,
Remwdion Brochure, Desert Sun. etc
Commissioner
Availability: All Commissioners will participate.
Commitment
Required. 3 hours of Commissioner time.
Staff Role. Staff support and time required.
Council Role: Provide Commissionwid, specific direction as to l ow fihe Commission
can fulfill this mission.
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Priority. A-6
Category: Annual
Assignment Item: Community Picnic
Method(s) of
FuUMment: Information can be distributed to the public by Press Releases,
Newsletter, Recreation Brochure, Desert Sun, etc. to fostercomm mity
Commissioner
Availability: All Commissioners will participate.
Commitment
Required 6 hours per year
Staff Role: Staff support and time required.
Council Role. Attend picnic and respond to questions from the citizens. Describe
their role.
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Priority: A-7
Category: On going
Assignment Item: Review grant requests and make recommendations for funding to the
City Council
Methods) of
Fulfillment: Assess and evaluate grant requests and formulate recommendations for
funding to the City Council.
Commissioner
Availability: All Commissioners will participate.
Commitment
Required. Will vary
Staff Role: Staff support and time required will vary.
Council Role. Direct grant requests to the Commission for review and
recommendation.
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MOFTHt
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING
DATE: August 12, 1998
ITEM TITLE: Ordinance 316: Chapter 2.95 La Quinta Charter & Municipal Code
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file.
BACKGROUND:
On May 19, 1998, the La Quinta City Council adopted Chapter 2.95 of the La Quinta
Charter and Municipal Code authorizing the Community Services Commission. The
Community Services Commission was formed by combining the Human Services
Commission with the Parks and Recreation Commission. Chapter 2.95 authorizes the
Community Services Commission to act as an advisory body to the City Council and
outlines the power and duties of the Commission.
nity Services Director
Attachment: Ordinance 316
C:\MyData\CRISTAL\CSC\CSCRPT.003.wpd
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4PUSINESS SESSION• 1
ORDINANCE NO. 316
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA
QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE LA QUINTA CHARTER
AND MUNICIPAL CODE TO REVOKE TITLE 2, CHAPTER 2.80
(PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION), AND CHAPTER 2.90
(HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION), AND ADDING A NEW
CHAPTER 2.95 (COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION)
WHEREAS, Chapters 2.80, and 2.90 of the La Quinta Municipal Code (the
"Code") concern the City of La Quinta's (the "City") Parks and Recreation Commission,
and Human Services Commission respectively; and
WHEREAS, the City finds that there are common duties, objectives, and other
factors between these commissions; and
WHEREAS, the City has determined that one new Community Services
Commission would be best qualified to provide the services heretofore assigned to the
Parks and Recreation Commission and the Human Services Commission; and
WHEREAS, the City has determined that there is no necessity to continue the
Parks and Recreation Commission, and the Human Services Commissions as separate
commissions; and
WHEREAS, the City believes that these changes are in the best interest of the
citizens of the City of La Quinta.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of La Quinta does ordain as
follows:
Section 1. Revoke Chapters 2.80, and 2.90 in their entirety.
Section 2. Add Chapter 2.95 Community Services Commission as follows:
Chapter 2.95
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
2.95.010
Created —Defined
2.95.020
Purpose and Objectives
2.95.030
Members —Appointments -Terms
2.95.040
Powers and Duties
2.95.050
Committees
2.95.060
Staffing
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Ordinance No. 316
Page 2
2.95.010 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.
2.95.020 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 and community 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 recreation and social services;
B. To serve in an advisory capacity to the City Council on all matters
pertaining to community services and public recreation, including the management,
conduct, care and development of the parks and playgrounds in the City.
2.95.030 Members —Appointments -Terms
A. The Commission shall consist of seven (7) members appointed by the City
Council. Parties interested in serving on this commission shall exhibit expertise,
experience, knowledge, or similar assets that may be useful in serving on this
Commission.
B. Every effort will be made to ensure that a wide cross-section of
community residents, interests and viewpoints, including providers, recipients and
professionally -related occupations are represented. Community service organizations,
public and private, such as law enforcement, recreation, public health, gang
prevention, child care, and senior services, for example, may be represented.
C. Member terms shall be for a period of two years. Initial appointments
shall be staggered with three members having one (1) year terms, and four members
having two (2) year terms.
2.95.040 Powers and Duties
The powers and duties of the Community Services Commission shall be advisory
to the City Council in the following areas:
1. Analyze community services' program effectiveness and needs, and
recommend comprehensive solutions;
2. Make recommendations to the City Council for research and solicitation
of grants and donations;
3. Prepare and maintain community services master plans;
4. Receive and act on all assignments made by the -City Council, and submit
reports and recommendations to the City Council on these assignments;
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Ordinance No. 316
Page 3
5. Serve as a public forum and conduct public hearings for recreation and
human service concerns;
6. Make recommendations to the City Council on fees and operations and
policies regarding parks and recreation facilities;
7. Make recommendations to the City Council on parks and recreation
facilities and program budget issues;
8. Propose recreation and social programs;
9. Make recommendations to the City Council on how to disseminate,
publicize and promote recreation programs to the citizens of La Quinta;
10. Review parks' maintenance standards and quality;
11. Review individual park master plans for recommendation to City Council;
12. Aid in coordinating the recreation services of other governmental
agencies and volunteer organizations;
13. Make recommendations to the City Council on community issues;
14. Make recommendations to the City Council relating to the need for
evaluation and planning of the community service delivery system;
15. Recommend to the City Council and upon authorization conduct such
programs as, in the opinion of the Commission, will increase goodwill and
participation among residents of the community;
16. Encourage and promote understanding and cooperation between the
public safety agencies and the residents;
17. Foster mutual understanding and respect among racial, religious, cultural
and nationality groups; and
18. Evaluate and make recommendations concerning existing services with
regard to service overlap or gaps.
2.95.050 Committees
The Commission may, from time to time, establish committees composed of
commission members, 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
committee.
2.95.060 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.
B. 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 periodically review the progress of the Commission.
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Ordinance No. 316
Page 4
Section 3. EFFECTIVE DATE: This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect
July 1, 1998.
Section 4. POSTING: The City Clerk shall cause.this Ordinance to be posted
in at least three public places designated by resolution of the City Council, shall certify
to the adoption and posting of this Ordinance, and shall cause this Ordinance and its
certification, together with proof of posting to be entered into the Book of Ordinances
of the City of La Quinta.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED, this 19" day of May 1998 by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
JOHN J. PENA, Mayor
City of La Quinta, California
ATTEST:
SAUNDRA L. JUHOLA, City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
DAWN C. HONEYWELL, City Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
c&t1t4a�w
s VII Correspondence & Written Materials B.
yof Mtn
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING
DATE: August 12, 1998
ITEM TITLE: Fritz Burns Park Pool Fees and Off Season Use
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file.
BACKGROUND:
At the July 22, 1998 Community Services Commission meeting, the Commissioners
requested information regarding the rental fees of the Fritz Burns Park Pool, through
the Coachella Valley Recreation and Park District (CVRPD). Staff requested the
information from CVRPD.
Attached is the response received from CVRPD regarding the fees. The use of the
pool after the closing date for private parties is contingent upon staffing abilities. This
would have to be brought to CVRPD on a case by case basis.
As for keeping the pool open on weekends after the September 7`h date, again, the
limited staff available makes it impossible to commit to such operations.
Dodie Horviti, �Comm"ynity Services Director
,
Attachments: A. Letter to CVRPD
B. E-Mail Response to Fees
C:\MyData\CRISTAL\CSC\CSCRPT.008.wpd
.� 78-495 CALLE TAMPICO - LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92253 - (760) 777-700
FAX (760) 777-710
TDD (760) 777-122
July 24, 1998
Mr. Don Martin
General Manager
Coachella Valley Recreation and Park District
45-871 Clinton Street
Indio, CA 92201
Dear Don:
The Community Services Commission met Wednesday, July 22 to discuss the services
provided to the residents of La Quinta. The Fritz Bums Park Pool was a topic of
discussion, and the commissioners were very pleased to know that over 400 people use
the pool on a daily basis, between lessons, lap swim and open swim.
The question was raised as to the closing date of the pool, September 7 h. Would it be
possible for the pool to remain open on the weekends during the month of September
and possibly October (weather permitting)? Another question that came up, is the pool
available for pool parties after September 7"'? Along with that question, came the
request for the fee schedule for the pool rental.
The next Community Services Commission meeting is Wednesday, August 12 at 7:00
p.m. in the Study Session room of the La Quinta City Hall. You are cordially invited to
attend the meeting, to answer any questions that come up regarding the Coachella
Valley Recreation and Park District and to participate as a service provider in La Quinta.
I would appreciate a response to the questions posed by August 5"', so that I may
include the response in the informational packet sent to the Commissioners on August
r. As always, I look forward to working with you and your organization in the future!
Sincerely,
VV
Dodie Horvitz
Community Services Director
cc: Community Services Commission Members
MAILING ADDRESS - P.O. BOX 1504 - LA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA 92253
ioivnc - rcaa _
From: "Don Martin" <don@cvrpd.org>
To: "Sidon Horvitz" <dhorvitzQIa-quinta.org>
Date: Mon, Jul 27, 199810:03 AM
Subject: Fees
Pool Admission
17 and under
$1.00
55 and older
$1.60
Lap swim
$1.00
Get Hooked
$50.00 pass
Lessons
With Card
$30./session
$45./session
2nd child $25. "
$40. "
3rd child $25. "
$40. "
Pool Rentals
1-40 swim.
$451 hr
$55/ hr
41-60 swim.
$55/ hr
$65/ hr
61-80 swim.
$65/ hr
$75/ hr
81-100 swim.
$75/ hr
$85/ Hr
Without Card Non Resident
$40./session
$35. "
$35.
$50/ hr
$60/ hr
$70/ hr
$80/ hr
Minimum of 2 hour rental. No rentals later than 10:00pm
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VII Correspondence & Written Materials C.
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING
DATE: August 12, 1998
ITEM TITLE: Parks & Recreation Master Plan
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file.
BACKGROUND:
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan is a document that details planning for the needs
of the residents in the area of Parks and Recreation. This document is used in
conjunction with the City's General Plan. The Plan is a very important tool in
determining the facilities a community needs and the programs the residents wish to
have offered.
Parks are defined as open spaces with passive, active or both recreation facilities.
Recreation is a term commonly used to describe activities, either classes, programs or
special events.
In order to stay current, the Parks and Recreation Master Plan should be updated every
three -five years, depending on the growth of the community. La Quinta's Parks
Master Plan was completed in 1992/93 and is in need of revision. Revision is a timely
but very informative process, as direct resident input is requested.
One component of the Master Plan is the Survey Findings, which residents give direct
responses to questions related specifically to La Quinta. From these responses,
service providers are given information in which to base facility and program decisions.
I
Dodie Horvitz, Community Services Director
Attachment: Parks and Recreation Master Plan
C:\MyData\CRISTAL\CSC\CSCRPT.009.wpd
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�4VII. Correspondence & Written Materials D.
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING
DATE: August 12, 1998
ITEM TITLE: KIDSLINE Final Report
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file.
BACKGROUND:
KIDSLINE was formed in 1995 as an after school program designed for children that
were home alone in need of homework assistance or an adult to talk to. The costs
associated with the program were the one 3/4 time staff person and promotional
materials as well as utilities and telephone lines. The program was staffed by
volunteers.
The City of La Quinta funded the program and supplies for the most part, with some
donations being received from outside sources in the beginning years.
During Fiscal Year 1997/98, the program received 3850 calls at the cost of $43,089
for an average call of $11.16 each.
At the June 16 meeting, the City Council determined that the cost per call was not
cost effective and voted to not fund the program for Fiscal Year 1998/99.
Should another agency such as the Desert Sands Unified School District wish to take
the lead in offering the program, the City of La Quinta would consider being a partner
in that endeavor.,
Dodie Horvitz, C7KIDSLINE
unity Services Director
Attachments Yearly Statistics
Fiscal Year 1998/99 Proposed Budget
C:\MyData\CRISTAL\CSC\CSCRPT.007.wpd
ATTACHMENT A
Kidsline Yearly Statistics
Fiscal Year
1995/96
1996/97
1997/98
# of Calls
3,867
3,702
3,850
Approximate
$36,000
$36,000
$43,000*
Budget
Average Cost
$9.30
$9.72
$11.16
Per Call
* Increase due to provision of benefits to the coordinator. This amount could increase by an
additional $6,000 if the coordinator opted to receive medical benefits.
1-251 KIDSLINE r r yOi°'
SUPPORTING INFORMAJ& REQUESTED
14-Mayt BUDGET
5.000 POSTAGE 0
This account provides funds for the mailing of three
recreation brochures.
7-000 PRINTING 3,000
This account provides for Community Service printing needs.
Kidsline tri-fold brochure 3,000
Total 3,000
9-000 MEMBERSHIP DUES u
This account provides for membership in selected
professional organizations.
N-000 SUBSCRIPTIONS & PUBLICATIONS 0
This account provides for Subscriptions & Publications
SPECIAL PROJECT CONTINGENCY 0
This account provides for Community Services grants and other
unanticipated expenses.
11-000 OFFICE SUPPLIES 200
This account provides for basic office supplies including
consumable items such as pens, pencils, file folders,
ledger pads, post -it notes, writing tablets, adding machine
tape, typewriter ribbons, and etc.
)3-000 OPERATING SUPPLIES 5,000
This account provides for special departmental supplies that
are unique to Community Services.
)3-000 Kidsline Tshirts & Awards/Anniversary 1,000
)3-000 Kidsline Magnets 4,000
5,000
55-M CAPITAL EQUIPMENT
This account provides for needed capital items for
effective,efficient operations.
TOTAL KIDSLINE PROGRAM 543,099
1-251
KIDSLINE
ribbrob
SUPPORTING INFORMAIr
14-Mae
REQUESTED
BUDGET
3-000
PERSONNEL
SALARIES -PERMANENT PART TIME
26.962
BENEFITS
5,327
1-000
PERS-CITY PORTION
2,007
3-000
PERS-EMPLOYEE PORTION
1,888
4-000
PERS-SURVIVOR BENEFIT
360
5.000
MEDICAL INSURANCE
0
7-000
VISION INSURANCE
0
9-000
DENTAL INSURANCE
0
1-000
LIFE INSURANCE
77
3-000
LONG TERM DISABILITY
172
5-000
WORKERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE
432
3-000
FICA
0
3-000
MEDICARE
391
TOTAL BENEFITS
5,327
TOTAL PERSONNEL
32,289
SUPPLIES & SERVICES
CONTRACT SERVICES 600
This account provides for various contract services.
19.637
Pest Service - Kidsline Trailer
300
13-882
Bottled Water - Kidsline Trailer
300
Total
600
MAINTENANCE & REPAIR
1,000
1-010
HVAC ( Kidsline Trailer & YMCA childcare building
500
H-000
General - Kidsline Trailer
500
Total
1,000
I5-000
UTILITIES -TELEPHONE
700
This account provides for phone service at the
satellite building - Kidsline
17-000
TRAVEL, TRAINING & MEETINGS
0
This account provides for attendance at selected
professional association conferences and seminars.
39-000
VEHICLE REIMBURSEMENT
0
41-000
MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT
300
This account reimburses mileage to employees for use
of personal vehicles for City business.
Kidsline Program
300
300
43-000
ADVERTISING
0
This account provides advertising of recreation and
community services programs, and notices
associated with this Department.
bivin�kids,,h,,-t
they need to succeed
Whv do some lids brow up with ease,
while others stru66le? why do some kids get
involved in dangerous activities. while others spend their
time contributing to society? %Vhv do some youth'6eat the
odds' in difficult situations. while others get trapped?
�,Iany factors imluence ,v by some young people have
successes in .ire and ,vh. )then have a harder time. Eco-
nomic c:rcum tance.. _5ene�:cs. trauma, and many other lac-
r.
tots play a rein. But !here 'uaors—which seem di{�hcult, it
not impossi6:e. to change —arena all that matters. Research
6v Search in+'.nute has :denuiied SO concrete, positive expe.
riences and --ualities— de,etopmental assets' —that have a
tremendous or uenc•e on ,ouno peoples lives. And they are
things that peao:e Irom ail wai6s of life can help to nurture
Researc.^. ,hows that the tt) developmental assets tie p
young peop:e make wise aec:sions, choose positive paths.
and grow up competent, caring, and responsi6ie. The assets
(see pace _^) are roupea into eight categories:
Support —young people need to experience support.
care. and o,e trom their families and many others.
They need organizations and institutions that pro-
vide positive, supportive environments.
/ Empowerment—`r•oung people need to Devalued! by
their community and nuvr opportunities to con-
tribute -a others. For this to occur, they must 6e sulc
and lee: secure.
1 Boundaries and expectations—'r,dung people neec
know what is expected oC them and whether act.i,
and 6ekaviom are "in bounds or "out n bound+.
1 Constructive useoftime—Young people need
constructive. ennenmg opportunities tar 6,mw2h
through creative activities. ,youth programs, cone,
gational involvement. and quality time it home.
/ Commitment to learning —young peop:e neec to
d e, eiop u liielong commitment to education and
�curnmg.
/ Pn+itivevalues—`Youth need to develop trans;
,alues that guide their choices.
1 Jocial competencies —Young people need ,aul<
and competencies that equip tnem to make pas:tr
choices. to 6uiid relationships, and to succeed ,n .
1 Positive identity —Young peopie need a trortG +e
of their own power, purpose, worth. and promise
The asset frameworh is a framework that includes e
one. Families, schools, neighborhoods. congregations
all organizations, institutions, and mdivmunls in a con
nity can play a role in building assets for youth.
hrochure introduces the assets. snows their power
presence in ,young peoples lives. and gives concrete su
tons for what you can do to hdud assets.
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`na 'u). ?'I,nee„ev rh..h— SiR .\il .,aht% rheeh wr.ad. l,mcirunic. wi �k n,n.d .a e r tot. im the pu n'Anc me CT`t
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�a��ui����,n
HEALTHY YOUTH mwe. e. .,ir I m r, in ;,• eek In.:.1 to
40 Developmental Assets
Seurck Institute has identified the following building blocks of healthy development that help young people grow up
healthy. caring, and responsiblc. Percentages of young people who experience each asset represent almost 100.000
6th- to 12th-grade youth surveyed in 213 towns and cities in the United State,.
ASSET TYPE ASSET NAME AND DEFINITION
Support I.
Family support -Family life provides high levels of love and support
64%
n_.
Positive family communication -Young person and her or his parent(.) communicate
26%
�.
positively, and young person is willing to seep advice and counsel from parent(s)
3.
Other adult relationships -Young person receives support from three or more
41%
nonparent adults.
A.
Caring neighborhood -Young person experiences caring neighbors.
40%
5.
Caring school climate -School provides a caring, encouraging environment.
24%
6.
Parent involvement in schooling-Prrent(s) are actively involved in helping young
29%
person succeed in school.
^' Empowerment -.
Community values youth -Young person perceives that adults in the commumt„alue,oaut
9.
Youth as resources -Young people are given useful roit" in Ike cnmmurut .
2 V4,
Z I 9.
Jervice to others -Young person serves in the community one houror more per weep.
50.y,
10.
Safety -Young person feels safe at home. school. and in the neu4k6orn000.
.35%
Boundaries and 11.
Family boundaries -Family has clear rules and consequences and monitors the young
43%
.. Expectations
person's whereabouts
3.
School boundarin-School provides clear rules and consequences.
46%
;3.
Neighborhood boundaries -Neighbors tape responsibility for monitoring young
46%
peoples behavior.
14.
Adult role models-Parent(s) and other adults model positive, responsible oekavuor.
2706
15.
Positive peer influence -Young person's best friends model responsible hekavuor.
600r
:/.
T.
High expectations -Boot parent(.) and teachers encourage the young person to do well.
41r6
ConsLrudne I .
Creative actiyitfes-Young person ,ponds three or more Hours per week m lessons or
19°n
l.',e of Time
practice in music, theater, or other arts.
IS
Youth programs-Y Dung person spends three or more sours per weep to sports. clubs.
594
or nrganiznuons at schooi and in the commumry.
' 19.
Religious communily-Young person spends one or more hour, per ,vecit .n activities
64fit
m a religious ntStitution.
Timeat home -Young person Ls out with friends `van outkmg ,peaai to do two or
.i0 N
fewer nights per wee%.
Commitment 21.
Acmevement motivation -Young person is motivated to do well in school.
634
to Learning M
School engagement -Young person is actively engaged in learning.
644
23.
Homework-Yotmg person reports doing at least one hour of homework every school day.
454
24.
Bonding to eehool-Young person cares a6out her or his school.
MCI
25.
Reading for pleasure -Young person reads for pleasure three or more boors per week.
240
Positive Values ^_6.
Caring -Young person places high value on helping other people. ..
+3o
_-.
Equality and aocialjustiee-Young person places nigh value on promotmg equauty and
45r
°Q.
reducing hunger and poverty. ,
Integnty-Young person acts on convictions and tandx up for her or bus beliels.
631
'29.
Honesty -Young person tells the truth even when it is not easy.'
631
30.
Responsibility -Young person accepts and takes personal responsi6dity.
h0'
31.
Restraint -Young person heiieves it is important not to he sexually active or to use
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alcohol or other drugs.
Social 32-
Planning and decision making -Young person knows how to plan ahead and make choices.
29
Competencies 33.
Interpersonal competence -Young person has empathy, sensitivity. and friendship skulls.
43'
34.
Cultural competence -Young person kas knowledge of and comfort with people of
35
different cultural/racial/etknic hackgrounda.
35.
Resistanceakills-Young person can resist negative peer pressure and dangerous situations.
37
36.
Peaceful conflict resolution -Young person seeks to resolve conflict nonviolently.
44
Id 37.
Pnsitivr cntny
Personal power -Young feels he or she kaa control over �thmgs that nappcn to me
person
15
M.
Self-esteem-Yuung pern reports huvmg a nigh self-esteem.
so
4.
39.
'ense of purpose -Young person reports tkut my life emus a purpose'
U
40.
Positive view of pernonal future -Young person i, oplimi,tuc about her or on, peronal Uury
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TRie mower of *sets
On one level. the W developmental assets represent everyday .visdom ahoul positive
experiences and ehuractertstic+ for -vuuno people. In addition, 5curck Institute research kas 1uund
that these assets are powerful influences on adolescent bekavtur—hulk protecting young people from
main• different prnklem hekaviom and promoting positive attitudes and hekaviom. Tlns power �s
evident ucross all cultural and socioeconomic groups of youtk. There is akin evidence from other
reseurch that assets may have the same hind of power for.oun&r children.
Protecting Youth from High -Risk Behaviors
A sets kuve tremendous power to protet4 youth from many different harmful or unkeahhv choice..
To illustrate. these ckarts skow that youth with tke most a+sets are least likely to engage in lour
dil ferent patterns of kigk-ash bekavtor. I For dejimt inns of each prrnhlem henaumr. gee page , '
61%
.i'cnnai .,:Sc Nlint Drug Lie sexual Activtty Vlo;ence
.ame hmd it impact is evident witk many other problem benavtorn. inciudmg tobacco use, depres-
.ion and attempted suicide. antisocial henovior. scnooi problems, drivink and alcohol. and hamming
-
0-10
II-90
"1 ;0 31-+0
.assets
.assets
A9sets assets
Promoting Positive Attitudes and Behaviors
in aaoioon to protecting; nuth from negative Inekavmn, having more assets increasesthe chances tkat young people
a n, iave pavprve atLtudes and benavtOes, as these charts snow. IFor Aelcothons o/ eackl thrrmnk behaumr. ,ee Doge
9i°6
99"6
lzucceeds in School Value+ Divenity Mamtmns Good Healtk Delays (iratii-�ralmn
The Cliallen6e Facing
Communities
Mile the assets are powerful shapers of young people's lives and e6oiees, too few
young people experience many of these assets. Twenty—five of the 40 assets are
experienced 6y less than half of the young people surveyed.
Avera7e Number of Assets by Grade and1
Gender
-1r Ile average ♦nunQ pe"on wi,eyea experiences only IS of the 40 lmets. In bener.L older \,,.th I,.Ve (ewer ,er.4,
levels of assets than Younger youth. Anil boys experience icker assets than owi,
21.5
total 6th 7t6 8t6 9th 10th Ilth 12t6 6ovs girls
grade grade grade grade grade .grade grade
Youth with Different Levels of Assets
Idesily, all voutn would experience at least 31 of these 40 assets. Yet. as this chart shows, only 8 percent of \outn
esnenence this level of assets. Sixty -two percent experience newer than 20 dt the assets.
What goal would vau set
for voung people in your
community. organization.
neighborhood, or family?
Y
An Asset Cheel2list
!stone people find it helpful In use it ample ehrc•Ialnt to rcllcet an lfte assets vaungi• people
experience. Thts checltlist simplifies the asset list to help prompt conversation in Iamdics.
orgnmcatmns, and communities. NOTE. T611 r;7,ridut i,' nal 'nlended nor appropriate as a
,'c,enblec or accurate measurement of deaeiopmenial assets.
1. 1 receive ht6h levels nl love and support Irnm
family members.
2. f can 6o to my parent(s) or 6uur8iank) for
advice and support ana have frequent. in-depth
ennversutwns „ah them.
3. 1 know some nonparent "cults I can go to
for aa,'ice and support.
4. `lv nei6k6ors encoura6e and support me.
5. 'vlv school provides a carin6. encoura6!no
environment.
b. My parentisi or;uaraianis) help me succeed
in school.
7. 1 tees ,aniea av adults •n m, rommumt,.
am given useful roles in m, rn mm un it,.
�. ,erne in the commumt, one hour tr more
each weed.
!eel sate at some. at ,cnool. ana .n the
neighborhood.
11. `fv 'amii} sets aandarus tar 'Appropriate
conauct ana monitors my whereabouts.
12. �,l, school nos c:ear rules and consequences
for �oenavior.
_ 13. Let600rs tat:e responsioility for monitoring
my oenavlor.
14. Parendsl ana other vaults model positive.
reivonsiale benavu)r.
15. �,lv best :rends model responsiole oebavtor.
16. `lv purentlev6uurdiants) and teucners
encourage me to do well.
17. 1 spend three noun or more euch wcch in .essnn,
or practice in music, lheuLer, or other arts.
I&. 1 spend one hour or more euch weep An schuoi
or community ,ports. Clubs, or or6uniZation,.
_ 19. 1 spend one hour or more euch vecn in reiikious
wr occs or purucmutin6 in spiritual activities
`. 20. 1 6o out wah menus "I di nothing spec!a
to do" two or Ieapr n!6hLs eut•h ,vcch.
21. 1 ,vunt to do well in x'hool.
am dct!%el, en6aged :n Icarnm
23. 1 ao an hour or more of nume„urn euci,
school da,.
24. 1 cure about m, whooi.
25. 1 read Ior pleasure three he more hours
each weep.
_
26. 1 believe it .s reaii., important to help atncr
people.
27. i ,vant to )sip promote equald, ins reduce
world pu,ert, ana nun6er.
I can stand up :or,vbut 1 nelie,e
29. 1 tell the truth e,en when it's not easy.
_ 3.0. I an acrcpt and :one personal -espIr.
hene,e d is important not to the teCuuil•.
atti,e or fn Use alcohol or other drib,.
_ 32. 1 .Am soon at plannm6 ancua ano mania,
decisions.
.3. 1 am 6bod at makin6 and neepin6 !rend,.
34. 1 h!n!'ow ana am comtartaole nvlth people'it
dlllerent cultural, racial, ethnic ^.a Clh;,roUnd
35. 1 can resist ne6ati,e peer pressure ana
dungernus ,ituatlonii.
36. 1 try to resolve conilitt non,ina•ntl,.
:17. 1 hciieve I have contrni rser mum lhmg,
thut happen to me.
:Sy. I :eel Good ahout myself.
believe coo :ile nus a purpo,o.
40. 1 um optimistic shout an, IULufr
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How You Can
Build Assets
... On Your Own
Even•onc—parents and guardians, grandparents. leacken.
coaches. friends. youth worllcre, employers. Youth. and
oLhcrs—can build assets. It doesnt necessardv tulle a lot of
money. But It can mode a tremeneous difference in rlusmg
confident. curmg young people. Whut it Lalles Is hulldmg relaLums6lps, spending time Lootner. and being Intentional .ibout
nurturmg positive values and commitments. Some things you can du:
► Get to 'mine the names of Rids who live :round you. bind nut what interests them.
► Get to hnoss• wnuF young people around you are really lute. not just blow they ore portrayetl .n rite media.
► Cut at Icust one meal together even, day as a fumlly. Taltc time to tall[ about what s gnloo on n euuh Ither..tves.
► Vniunteer as a tutor. mentor. or ,uuth leutler in a �uuth-.erving program.
... In Your Organization
If vou•re involved in an orpunirution such as a school. youth or- anautton. congregation, lam,, scnlce ngenn•, eon -care
provider, or business—enher as an employee or volunteer—.•ou can encourage asset -budding aetlon within that organlva-
!ion. Some possibilities:
1 Educate your constituency, cmp;o.,m% or customers about
their potential as asset outiders.
► Develop policies tnat allow parents to be mvoived in their
chddren 4 .ives and that encourage aik% mpfovms to get
'mowed with n the cam munln.
► C,ntnbute time. talent. or resources to wpport community
asset -budding e!forts.
1 D,-velnp or strengthen programs and activities that hu ud
a]SPts, Wcn as mentoring, tervlee-:earnlnQ activltlen. 'leer
helpmg, and recreation.
... In Your Community
Hundreds of communities across the Un.teci'States are
d'scovenng the power Ind potential of uniting efforts for
i
use building rhPy involve people irom ad parts tit the
community In ;napmQ and coor
ddinating strategies that will
help all Young people oe more IIl2Pf V to succeed. You can use
your influence In tde community to:
► Talh about asset bwidinP with lormai and mlormal leuders
and other influential people you {xnow. Get then support Car
asset budding.
► Conduct a survey to measure the asset levels of young people
In vuur community. Kull Searcn Institute far InGrmat In n.i
► Develop opportunities or youth to worn pule In the onmmu-
nity through sbanng their perspectives and La6mg action and
Ieudemhip.
1 Celebrate and honor the commitments of people won dedicate
their liver lino time to children and youth.
SEY Keys
to Asset BuildinO
It coesn t cost a lot of money or require special tann-
ing to build developmental assets. Here are six Ileys tc
guide asset -building action.
Is Everyonecan build assets. Budding assets ,l
rr equt
consistent messages across a community. .-lll
adults, youth, and children play a role.
`) ,ill young people need assets. While it is crucial t
pay special attention to those youth who have th
least (economically or emotionally), nearly all
young people need more assets than they have.
3. RelatiollahipsareIlly. Strongrelationships
6etween adults and young people, young people
and their peen, and teenagers and children are
central to asset building.
4. .asset building is an ongoing process. Building
assets starts when a child is born and continues
through bigh school and beyond.
a. Comistentmessagesare important -young peopi
need to receive consistent messages about what
important and what s expected from their tram':'
schools, communities, the media, and other
sources.
6. Intentional redundancy is important .assets nit
be continually mintorme across the years and F
all small of a young persons life.
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,111
Search Institute has been studying developmental
assets in vouth in communities rincc 1989. using a
survcs• culled Profiles o' Student Lfe: Aedudes and
Bchamors. In 1996, the current Crameworia of 40
devciopmentul assets was released. The data in thi,
hrochurc is hawa in ,urvc,-, during Lhe 1996-97
xh«ei year of 99.462 Lath-Lo 12tlt-.rude public school
,tudents in 2I:1 towns and cities in 25 Ytates.
How Problem Behaviors and
Thrivin6 Indicators Were Defined
Here , now ouch of the 6enaviors and attrcudes
,hown in the marts tin page $ were defined in the
\ate l nal :me .let mmons o1 htgh-,,&R OeAowon'
ore xer -ather "Re—. ,uode'ure oogaing problems. not
etp,,,,e,ratmn
H i h- Ri+ix Brh avi or Patterns
?-nmrm Jmonoi _,e—tans usea aicnnol three or
more'tmes n jr past .:U d ,, 4r "It tlrunh once
Ir more n -tic paQ hvn .erects.
.'.rue i..,<•—i.led '.ihcn drugs cocaine. "SD.
PC? tr an2ef aast. nemm, anti amphetammesf
three ,r more •imes in the past 12 m intbs.
1 Seraet ic'.itu—. ;as nac serum intercourse three
or more :ime, n .tictime
'.iarnre—}tas engaged in three or more acts n1
lighting. 'iirtino, injuring a person, carrvmg a
weuoon. Ir threatening physical harm in the past
1'2 montns.
T h r i v i n a N L t i t u d e Y
and Behaviors
) Surr:ra, n Srh.o,—Gert, mostly .Ns tin
report curd.
I.umrs :�nrr,au—Place, high importance on get -
UnQ'n hnuw leapt, of other ruewi/ethmc group,.
� �lum�umx IiuuJ li"ledl(/1—Puy, uLfen Gun In heultbv
nutntinn and e,crene.
Jem Vs Grattlicanon—Saves money Cor Yomcthmg
,pccuu rather than +pending it all right uwu.v.
t''lhout ealthyGto innni es
n' ... r.
. :M: . �> ;peal{hy.• �u�' .-::
This brochure is part of Search Institute s national
HcalL6yCommunities • HealthvYouth initiative.
which scelts Li) Mluip enmmuniliex across the t'ounliv Lo
build assets for youth. TkaY initiative is una,irw,eLtcn
by L.uLheran Brotherhood, a not -for -prom irgumna-
Lion providing financial sees ice%and c ommumty ser„tee
oppm•tunnies Car Lutherans nationwide. Search
I minutes orl, on 11.4%l'f hU11a lO0 also lllO '<'l'r Nea wp-
purt Irom the Blandin Foundation. the Car2itl
Foundation. undaUnn. the DAilt WiJ.,ce-Retae-,
fund. and the A K. KAoUg Cnundalmn
Search Institute aiso leads .isxets for Camrado Youtn
a statewide mutative that ,ee6. to mooihce ad
Coloradoans to build assets in children ano adoleY-
cents. Major support or i. Yets for Comr100 Youth 1,
provided 6. The Colorado —rut.
search Inst.tu Le is a nanprollt. nonsectarian Irgunr4t-
tion ,. hole rot coon ry to ad,ance the wet. -eying ni too-
le.cents anti children oy 61neratmg hno,..ea�e ano
prnmutmQ ih appuvution. 1 bP institute minuet,
i-eseur<-h mu e,nivatmn. de,elops puoitcat..n+ ma
priectxal ioois. .lna provide, trammg ano ec•+n lfa�
u,v+tance
i
For NI ore
Information
About :asset
B u i 1 d i n 6"
HeaiLbv Communities • Health. Iuth
SeLLfeh Ln,tit
mo South Third Street. Suite 2:1)
\'Linnrupolis., , 55+15
Phone: 612-:376-8955
Tol I - i ree: 'M-688 - 75^_`
\�''eh: www_+eureb-mstrtutean
seta for Colorado Youth
S cit rc�n In,t -1 ale — Ca ,r ta"
:58o Logan Street, Suite 7-1
Denver. CO 80201
Phone- Jo7-8.12.1557
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tools for
"setbuilders
Here is a sampling of asset -building resources
available from Search Institute.
IJt Ascei-Bwldmg,-lctions is a lull -color poster that lists the 40 asset% and fines ideas
for individuals and organizations on how to huild assets. Portions of the poster are
bilingual (English and Spanish).
,III Bras .ire Our bids is the 6round6reuhin6. 6006 6Y Seurc6 Institute President
Peter L. Benson that gives in-depth information on the assets and how communi-
ties can mobilize individuals and organizations to build assets in young people.
Assets: The "Iciozine of/leas for Healthy Communities k Healthy Youth offers infor-
.
mation and strategies for 6udtlrmg assets and promoting positive youth development
in 6id,The magazine has ideas. stories. and resources for individuals. organizations.
and community -wide initiatives that care about Young people. To su6scri6e. cail
Parenl:nQ with a Purpose is a 6006let that challenges parents to view parenting
through the asset framewo-6, highlighting how the assets can reshape major par-
entino tas6s and suggesting ways parents can find'xupport in their community.
Starting Out Right: Developmental ,-Assets for Children offers new framewor6s for
understanding and building the foundation that children from birth through age 11
need to begin a healthy life. It blends Search Institutes extensive research on ado-
lescence with the literature on child development and the practical wisdom of peo-
ple who wor6 with and care for children.
What Bras Needs to Succeed' is an easy-to-reud 6006 that shows the importance of
6eiping youth ma6e positive I& choices and gives practical ideas for 6uiiding each
developmental asset.
Introaucin¢ Healthy Communities • Healthy Youth is an informational handout that
provides an overview of the Healthy Communities . Healthy Youth initiative and
Search Institute. It opens to a colorful poster of asset -building ideas.
Search' hesefi ai zseanh
L.CLl Ii henrJrnrtQ rhddren
UM vnuih
I'nr more inlnrmaiian on these resources and others, contact 5eurch Institute. 700 Sauth Third Street. 5urle 210.
finneopolis. tIN; 5541.5. Toll -free•: H00-H8H-7H29. W n: www.search-msldule.orQ