2003 10 13 CSC & CAC Minutes Special Joint Mtg
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COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES
October 13, 2003
I. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to order
at 7:00 p.m. in the Study Session Room of the La Quinta Civic Center. Vice
Chairperson Calhoun presided over the meeting.
Commissioner Davis led the Pledge of Allegiance.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Commissioner Gary Calhoun
Commissioner Mike Cross
Commissioner Mike Davis
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Commissioner Victoria St. Johns (excused absence)
Commissioner Deborah Bechard
STAFF PRESENT:
Dodie Horvitz, Community Services Director
Hally Savio, Community Services Secretary
PUBLIC PRESENT:
Steven Blackwood, Jared Powell, La Quinta
Court Williams, Rancho Mirage,
Doug Kincade, Palm Desert
Bruce Underwood, CVRPD
II. PUBLIC COMMENT
Bruce Underwood, La Quinta Representative to the CVRPD, addressed the
Commission about the need for better use of resources between Valley Cities
in order to improve communications. He suggested a meeting once or twice a
year so all will be aware of policies and procedures. Commissioner Calhoun
agreed that a liaison between sports groups, schools and cities is needed to
avoid misunderstandings and to keep up the good relations with school officials.
Consensus was to revisit this matter in early 2004.
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III. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of the September 8, 2003 Minutes
B. Monthly Department Report for August 2003
Since only two of the Commissioners present attended the September 8th
meeting, Chairperson Calhoun suggested that Consent Calendar Item A: Minutes
of 9-08-03 meeting be carried forward to the November Commission Meeting.
It was moved by Commissioners Davis/Cross to approve Consent Calendar Item
B: Department Report for August 2003. Unanimous.
V. PUBLIC HEARING - None
VI. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. La Quinta Skate Park Amenities
Director Horvitz provided background information on the proposed skate
park for La Quinta Park, reporting that the park will be a "hybrid", including
a concrete bowl as well as modulars, approximately 10,000 sq.ft. in size,
with completion expected to be by Summer of 2004. The budget for
construction of this project is $223, 000.
Skaters Doug Kincade and Court Williams recommended using only concrete
to construct the skate park to provide a seamless surface. They cited several
other skate parks with which they were familiar in California and Oregon,
and offered to provide a list of contractors who do this type of concrete
work.
Following Commission discussion regarding costs associated with skate park
construction, space requirements, versatility of modular units, safety
inspections and modular life expectancy, Director Horvitz commented that
the aim of La Quinta skate parks is a lifetime of enjoyment for all ages and
ability levels.
Commissioners and attendees went over equipment lists with staff to
choose elements desired in the new skate park as follows: 3' spines, 3' box
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wedges, escalator with quarterpipes, 6' halfpipe, 3' jump, ledges with
jumps, and rectangular kinked rails. Skaters also requested a concrete bowl
ranging from 4' to 8' in depth, separated from other elements for safety
reasons. Staff will recommend the bowl, but cautioned that police may not
approve it because of visibility issues.
It was moved by Commissioners Davis/Cross to accept the ideas for the new
skate park as presented, and to incorporate them into the skate park RFP,
based on the project budget.
B. Tree Lighting Ceremony
Director Horvitz informed Commissioners that the Cultural Arts Commission
had originally proposed a holiday parade in addition to the annual tree
lighting ceremony. The City Council recommended due to time constraints
that the parade be considered for 2004 in order to provide the additional
time necessary for planning. The Cultural Arts Commission will arrange for
and host the entertainment for the tree lighting ceremony, and the
Community Services Commission will assist with decorating the tree and
handing out gifts to the children.
It was moved by Commissioners Cross/Davis to attend and assist with the
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 5, 2003.
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIALS
A. Commissioners were invited to attend the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto
National Monument Annual Celebration on Saturday, October 25th.
VIII. COMMISSIONER ITEMS
Commissioner Davis asked that staff check out a light that is out and a broken
drinking fountain at Fritz Burns Park. Director Horvitz reported that the old
drinking fountain may be moved upon installation of the new drinking fountain
at the dog park adjacent to Fritz Burns.
Commissioner Mike Davis presented to Commissioners a letter announcing his
resignation from the Community Services Commission. Commissioner Davis
commented that he has enjoyed serving on the Commission since 1994, and
wished much success to the Commission for the future.
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Vice Chairperson Calhoun regretfully accepted the resignation on behalf of the
Commission, and thanked Commissioner Davis for his good service to the City
of La Guinta for the past nine years, commenting that it has been a pleasure
working with him. All Commissioners joined in wishing Commissioner Davis the
best for the future.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Commissioners Davis/Cross to adjourn the Community
Services Commission meeting at 8: 15 PM. Unanimous.
NEXT MEETING INFORMATION
Monday, November10, 2003 @7:00 PM
La Quinta City Hall Study Session Room
Submitted by:
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Hally Savio, omrnunity Services Secretary