2007 09 10 CSCCOMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
AGENDA
La Quinta Senior Center
78-450 Avenida La Fonda
La Quinta, CA 92253
Regular Meeting
MONDAY, September 10, 2007 - 5:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
PUBLIC COMMENT
The Chair reserves the right to limit discussion on any topic to three minutes or less.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
PRESENTATIONS (20 MINUTES EACH)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of July 9, 2007 Minutes
CONSENT CALENDAR
NOTE: Consent Calendar items are considered to be routine in nature and will be approved
by one motion.
PUBLIC HEARING - NONE
BUSINESS SESSION —
1 . Consideration of a Historical Mural in the Museum Community Room
2. Consideration of a Bronze Art Piece for Andalusia at Coral Mountain
3. Consideration of the 2007-2008 Community Services Marketing Plan
4. Consideration of Commission Meeting Dates
5. Consideration of Art Maintenance Priorities
CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIALS
1. Monthly Department Report for June 2007
2. Monthly Department Report for July 2007
3. Calendar of Monthly Events
COMMISSIONER ITEMS
1. Report from Commissioners Regarding Meetings Attended
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn to a regularly scheduled meeting of the Community Services Commission to be
held on October 8, 2007 commencing at 5:30 p.m. in the La Quinta Senior Center, 78-450
Avenida La Fonda; La Quinta, CA 92253.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES
July 9, 2007
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to order at
5:30 p.m. by Chairperson Weber.
Vice -Chairperson Sylk led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chairperson Mark Weber
Vice -Chairperson Robert F. Sylk
Commissioner Andrea Gassman
Commissioner Bob Leidner
Commissioner E. Howard Long
STAFF PRESENT: Edie Hylton, Community Services Director
Steve Howlett, Golf & Parks Manager
Christina Calderon, Recreation Supervisor
Angela Guereque, Community Services Secretary
Veronica Montecino, City Clerk, administered the Oath of Office to Commissioner
Gassman and Commissioner Leidner.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
FIRMATION OF AGENDA
Motion - It was moved by Vice -Chairperson Sylk and seconded by Commissioner
Leidner to confirm the agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS:
Stan Ford, General Manager, Coachella Valley Recreation and Park District,
presented the CVRPD Master Plan. Mr. Ford explained that they did not do a mail
survey for their master plan, but they had a consultant hold focus groups for data
collection.
Division Four of the Master Plan consists of La Quinta, Indian Wells, and Bermuda
Dunes. CVRPD provided resource services include:
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• La Quinta Community Center and Park, which is located at 77-865 Avenida
Montezuma in La Quinta. The park site consists of drinking fountains, an
amphitheater, three pavilions, an open grass area, playground, one lit basketball
court, one softball field, BBQ grills, and bleachers. The Center has restrooms, a
game room with kitchen, and a day care room.
• Coral Mountain Regional Park located at Avenue 58 by Lake Cahuilla County
Park in La Quinta. This 619.51 acre area has just come into CVRPD inventory
base and is not yet open.
Division Four has several public schools that provide and maintain playgrounds and
ball fields. The schools in this division are Harry Truman, John Adams, and James
Monroe Elementary Schools; La Quinta Middle School; and La Quinta High School.
Riverside County operates a number of outdoor parks that are available to residents
of this division. The CVRPD provides the following recreation programs in Division
Four: Summer Tot Camp, Summer Day Camp, Porn Porn Cheers, Ballet, Jazzercise,
Self Defense, and Licensed After School Care.
The following are the observations specific to Division Four:
• CVRPD's contributions are critical but their identity is lost among other
providers.
• Programs and services are well received and quality is appreciated with satisfied
users.
• Cooperation between providers would be helpful in avoiding program
duplication.
• Bike trails are not connected throughout the system.
• CVRPD should claim unique venues that present their niche in facility and
program services.
• Children's programs, particularly after school focused, are an important service
for CVRPD to provide.
• Most citizens are unaware which agency provides services and if services are
connected.
The following represent common themes, trends, or patterns from all public input
methods. These observations held across CVRPD as a whole but may be of
interest to divisions within CVRPD:
• Middle school and teenage programs need to be increased and become a major
focus of CVRPD's offerings.
• Skateboard parks need to be placed within existing park sites rather than in
isolated, damaged, and unsafe areas.
• Both financial and emotional needs of users should be considered when CVRPD
plans new programs and services.
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• A large scale aquatic facility is needed in the Valley and CVRPD should be the
primary provider of this venue.
• Large scale indoor facilities are needed that accommodate multiple individual
and group activities.
• Sport ball fields are needed for both youth and adult sport experiences. All field
types are needed.
• Senior citizen programs that are structured, varied, and interesting need to be
provided at already existing CVRPD locations.
• Security at sites such as lighting, people present, vandalism clean up, and theft
protection are important considerations.
• Child Care, preschool, and after school programs that are cost effective and at
easily accessible sites are important.
• New program offerings need to be based on both staff expertise and desire of
users.
Strategies, recommendations, and actions that seem appropriate as the CVRPD
implementation plan are based on careful analysis and combined influence of:
• The population of each of the 5 divisions within the District, their past growth
patterns, current distribution and characteristics and future projections and
estimates.
• The parks and recreation resources currently provided within each division, by
CVRPD and by other appropriate providers.
• The use of patterns of residents within the divisions, responses from focus
groups, staff interviews, field interviews, field observations, and online surveys.
• Comparisons of existing resources and programs to nationally accepted
guidelines for those resources based on population and distance formulas.
Three resource recommendations are supported by the data: (1) a major sports field
complex, (2) a large indoor recreation center, and (3) a premier outdoor aquatic
facility. There is a significant need for a large scale indoor recreation center with
the most appropriate site within Divisions three and four of CVRPD. The exact
location will depend on affordable land acquisition opportunities. A preliminary site
might be north of 1-10 in the Indio, Bermuda Dunes, Sun City Palm Desert area.
The community center concept should include facilities for child care, after school
programs, and senior citizens' services. Associated with the indoor complex
should be outdoor elements such as tennis courts, outdoor basketball,
skateboarding, picnic areas, and shade structures.
Data clearly indicates that the most vital role, unique niche, and power influence
that CVRPD can provide is in program provision and citizen services. The following
recommendations seem appropriate for consideration by CVRPD:
• CVRPD should consider providing leadership training workshops, short courses
and clinics in the areas of officiating and referee skills; coach's training including
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physical conditioning elements for youth athletes, sports organization, contract
management, not -for -profit organizational leadership, fund raising, audit
compliance and organization of tournaments and contests. The leadership
training might be offered year round with a regular, well advertised schedule
with the latest in materials. It is also suggested that CVRPD consider
certification requirements for their courses with attendees receiving authorized
recognition. An appropriate fee schedule for the leadership training is
recommended.
• CVRPD should investigate a full service program system for healthy senior
citizens that include fitness, dances, arts and crafts, field trips, educational
classes, and other appropriate options. These program services should attempt
to meet the gap between seniors who use senior citizen centers and those that
are able to afford private club offerings. It appears that there is a substantial
niche for the provision of recreation and education based programs for healthy,
active, and fully engaged seniors who desire public service outlets.
• CVRPD should specifically design programs that capture the family market of
users. The family life span of preschool child care, after school programming,
safe and secure teen events, children -parent programs, and full family focused
activities are suggested. The concept is that the programs and resources create
a "one -stop" "one -location" experience for the family.
• CVRPD should consider an adult education — personal enhancement set of
courses and experiences. The focus would be adults that desire computer
instruction, cooking, foreign language instruction, arts, crafts and culture, and
other education based options that are not fitness or sport based. A regular
schedule of classes with a fee basis is suggested.
• CVRPD should consider the provision of programs for youth and adults with
special needs such as physical and learning disabilities. There does not appear
to be an outlet that serves this segment of the Valley population with consistent
quality experiences. Special staffing and resources may be required. Funding is
available through specialty organizations or joint venturing with other providers.
• CVRPD should provide programs that are sensitive to both economic and
emotional well being. Individuals and families have financial concerns and their
ability to use parks and recreation services is difficult, there are also residents
with individual and family support requirements and program offerings need to
be aware of both levels of user concerns.
The following are observations that center on CVRPD policies that may be helpful
for consideration:
• CVRPD represents community leadership and should establish itself as the
Valley clearinghouse of parks and recreation services. In this regard, CVRPD
should consider organizing with other vendors, a quarterly newsprint supplement
that identifies all parks and recreation providers, contact numbers, schedules,
and descriptions. The cost should be shared across providers but leadership for
such an effort would come from CVRPD.
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• CVRPD should consider hosting an annual summit for parks and recreation
providers organizing general discussions and break out sessions. The purpose of
the summit would be to create conversations so that unnecessary duplication is
avoided, joint venturing is considered, and solutions are shared.
• CVRPD should consider an image and brand recognition program so that
residents and users are more clear which services are provided by CVRPD.
Citizens are not always clear which agency provides which services. This is
particularly true in the case of CVRPD. CVRPD provides services in a multitude
of ways and clear identity is difficult. Marketing campaigns, public relations,
and efforts to create a sense of resource and program identification is
suggested.
• CVRPD should review safety and security procedures and policies to ensure that
staff and users feel comfortable, are safe, and can participate in CVRPD events
without concern. This is particularly true at the more isolated sites but also a
concern at all locations. Additional lighting, public use, staff presence, and
vandalism and theft control are possible directions.
• CVRPD should consider prioritizing improvements of existing programs and
services. The addition of new programs of the highest quality should be an
additional goal. A third effort would be the provision of new facilities and
resources. In priority setting, consideration should be given to removing the
Mecca Community Center, park and swimming pool from CVRPD inventory.
The site should be replaced with a major sports field complex developed in the
general area.
Commissioner Gassman stated that she is glad to see the cooperation between the
Cities and CVRPD.
Chairperson Weber stated he likes the regional approach and hopes that CVRPD
will not raise taxes to the residents without going out to vote.
Commissioner Long asked which project would be built first. Mr. Ford stated that
once the CIP is adopted, the indoor facility would probably be first, then the sports
complex, and the aquatic center last.
Vice -Chairperson Sylk asked what can be done between the City and CVRPD to
build collaboration. Mr. Ford stated that communication is the key. The CVRPD
Board would like to put together an advisory committee consisting of one member
from each of the 14 cities to advise to the Board.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of June 11, 2007 Minutes
Motion - It was moved by Commissioner Gassman and seconded by Commissioner
Leidner to approve the minutes as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR
None.
PUBLIC HEARING
None.
BUSINESS ITEMS
1. Election of Chairperson
Commissioner Leidner nominated Chairperson Weber; Commissioner Long
nominated Vice -Chairperson Sylk.
The vote was cast for Chairperson Weber for Chairperson: AYES-3, NAYS-0.
The vote was cast for Vice -Chairperson Sylk for Chairperson: AYES-2, NAYS-0.
Motion - It was moved by Commissioner Gassman and seconded by Vice -
Chairperson Sylk to elect Chairperson Weber as Chairperson for the Community
Services Commission. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Election of Vice -Chairperson
Commissioner Gassman nominated Commissioner Leidner; Vice -Chairperson Sylk
nominated Commissioner Long.
The vote was cast for Commissioner Leidner for Vice -Chairperson: AYES-4, NAYS-
0.
The vote was cast for Commissioner Long for Vice -Chairperson: AYES-1, NAYS-0.
Motion - It was moved by Commissioner Gassman and seconded by Commissioner
Long to elect Commissioner Leidner as Vice -Chairperson for the Community
Services Commission. Motion carried unanimously.
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CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIALS
1. PRZ Report
Steve Howlett presented the PRZ Report of the Field Overview Assessment at La
Quinta Park Sports Fields to the Commission. Wear occurring at the wrong times
of the year has led to most of the current problems. Once the fields are brought up
to acceptable standards, wear will probably still be the greatest contributor to
compacted soils and the resulting damage to turf. These fields average 77.8
activity -weighted hours of play per week with the highest wear peaks in February
with 135 activity -weighted hours per week when the turf if dormant. These hours
of play require a category 5 maintenance level; the City is currently at a 1.07
maintenance level.
The growing season and weather patterns show that when the monthly average
temperature is less than 64 degrees, Bermuda grass is either dormant or going
dormant. January, February, March, April, November, and December are months
where the percentage of potential healing drops below 50% and healing slows
down dramatically. Bermuda grasses have no ability to stand up to the heavy wear
from November through April.
These athletic fields were not designed to stand up to the wear that they are now
receiving. Play late in the fall season and early in the spring season when grasses
are dormant cause turf to be worn down to bare dirt after the plants go dormant.
When turf is dormant it cannot mend itself. The amount of play is wearing down
the turf faster than it can mend.
Potential solutions are to solve the wear problem; increase the maintenance level;
slit seeding with rye grass; top dress fields and aerate regularly; switch to
reclaimed water; fertigation; and new equipment (fertigation equipment).
Costs of solutions include approximately $73,795 annually to increase the
maintenance level not including additional materials such as fertilizer, seed, and
topdressing.
In our current case, if we step up the maintenance to a level 5, we would still have
126 excess hours of usage. If it would be possible to move most of the play out
of the months when Bermuda grass is dormant and into the months where it is
thriving, we could have sustainable turf at our current maintenance level.
Commissioner Long suggested raising the fees for field usage to the sports
associations. Chairperson Weber suggested a letter be sent to the various
stakeholders regarding over use of the fields.
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2. Calendar of Monthly Events
COMMISSIONER ITEMS
1. Reports from Commissioners Regarding Meetings Attended.
Commissioner Gassman was present at the Getty Museum Excursion and the Open
Air Cinema. Chairperson Weber was present at the Open Air Cinema.
OPEN DISCUSSION
Chairperson Weber noted that the Coachella Valley Community Trails Alliance will
be having a meeting in a few weeks.
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Commissioner Sylk and seconded by Commissioner Long to
adjourn the Community Services Commission meeting at 7:00 p.m. Motion carried
unanimously.
NEXT MEETING INFORMATION:
A Regular Meeting of the Community Services Commission to be held on
September 10, 2007 commencing at 5:30 p.m. in the La Quinta Senior Center
Classroom, 78-450 Avenida La Fonda, La Quinta, CA 92253.
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MEETING DATE: September 10, 2007
ITEM TITLE: Consideration of a Historical Mural in the
Museum Community Room
RECOMMENDATION:
AGENDA CATEGORY:
BUSINESS SESSION: 1
CONSENT CALENDAR:
STUDY SESSION:
PUBLIC HEARING:
As deemed appropriate by the Community Services Commission.
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS:
Dependent upon the Community Services Commission's direction, a
recommendation to approve Art in Public Places funding will be forwarded to City
Council.
BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW:
The La Quinta Historical Society has requested consideration for a historical mural
to be painted on the east community room wall in the future museum (Attachment
1). At the Community Services Commission meeting on June 11, 2007, the La
Quinta Historical Society Executive Vice President Bob Palmer indicated that the
Society would like to contribute $2,500 toward the mural.
The La Quinta Historical Society requested Andre Blanche, a local artist; submit a
rendering of the proposed art work. The mural illustrates the historical changes in
La Quinta including the Cahuilla Indians, agriculture, SilverRock Resort Golf Course,
the La Quinta Hotel, the initiation of the City and Art in Public Places Program. The
mural will be in acrylic and oil paints with two coats of non yellowing varnish to
provide a protective coating.
The east wall being considered for this mural is 22'9" by 12' and is 273 square
feet. If the mural is made for this wall the cost would be $80,000. Commissioner
Leidner requested a plan of the room to view the direction that the mural will face
(Attachment 2).
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If the mural is placed on the south wall facing the entrance it would need to be
enlarged by 11 feet or have approximately five and a half feet of wall space on
both sides of the mural. The south wall is 33' wide by 12' ft high and 396 square
feet. If the mural is made larger the cost would be $125,000.
At the June 11, 2007 meeting the Community Services Commission requested that
Mr. Blanche consider several changes to the mural including a better transition of
the Eisenhower Bridge into the mountains, adding a face to the golfer, and
improving his "swing." Mr. Blanche has agreed to make modifications and is
bringing back these and other ideas for consideration (Attachment 3). The La
Quinta Historical Society also researched the authenticity of the dress of the
Cahuilla Indian woman and the woven baskets and has found them to be authentic.
If approved, this project will be coordinated with the artist to begin once
construction is complete and the building is open to the public. This project should
take approximately 5 months to finish.
ALTERNATIVES:
The alternatives available to the Commission are:
1. Recommend the historical mural designed by Andre Blanche to be painted on
the east wall of the La Quinta Museum community room and $80,000 from
the Art in Public Places be used for the mural; or
2. Recommend the historical mural designed by Andre Blanche to be painted on
the south wall of the La Quinta Museum community room and $125,000
from the Art in Public Places be used for the mural; or
3. Do not recommend the historical mural designed by Andre Blanche to be
painted at the La Quinta Museum community room and do not approve
funding from the Art in Public Places be used for the mural; or
4. Provide staff with alternate direction.
Respectfully submitted,
Edie Hylton
Community Services Director
Attachments: 1 . Letter from Historical Society
2. Room Plan
3. Updated Rendering
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ATTACHMENT 1
P.O. Box 1283
La Quints, CA 92253
HISTORICAL SOCIETY Ms. Edie Hylton
May 9, 2007
P.O. Box 1283 Community Services Director
La Quinta, CA 92253 City of La Quints,
(760) 564-1283 78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253
President
Don Arends Dear Edie:
Executive Vice President The Board of Directors of the La Quinta Historical Society unanimously recommends Andre
Bob Palmer Blanchet be commissioned to do a major mural in the new museum. This would be a
montage on the City of La Quints's rich cultural history.
Secretary As discussed with you earlier, the community will appreciate more a recognized La Quinta
Barbara Peterson artist doing a mural of our blend of important roots in people, places and events. Andre is
internationally known as an artist in Spain, Europe, Canada and Mexico. He has won
Treasurer numerous I' place art show awards throughout America. Mr. Blanchet lives in the Cove and
Ardianne Bliss is a 17-year La Quinta resident.
Former President He is an experienced large mural artist with paintings and murals in buildings and homes
bga Vorderwinkler throughout the southern USA. Andre is currently completing a second commission mural
for the City of Phoenix, AZ. His first painting portrays the founding of Phoenix in their City
Parliamentarian Hall.
Norma Margot
Andre Blanchet's reputation is at the pinnacle of well-known professional artists. The City
Ambassador at Large
of La Quinta would truly be blessed with a creative collage of our history. Blanchet was a
Judy Vossler
close friend of Fred Rice, one of the Historical Society's founding fathers. Andre did the
original painting of the museum we use as our "Brand."
Directors
Marge Cleveland
Based on the ide, we developed together in our meeting last week, Mr. Blanchet is
Pat Cross
Preparing a PEWAVAMN sketch of the mural for our review. Then he will do a more finished
Joanne Hiles
drawing, budget for you to take to the Art Commission people in June.
John Hiles
Laura Huff
Thy You ottsidera$on and support.
Thomas Lewis
Marilyn Lewis
Alan Margot
Nancy Salvatierra
Cheryl Schuler
Yvonne Sessums
Museum Manager
Louise Neeley
cc: Andre Blanchet
Bob Wright
Louise Neeley
Sincerely yours,
Don Arends
President
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MEETING DATE: September 10, 2007
ITEM TITLE: Consideration of a Bronze Art Piece for
Andalusia at Coral Mountain
RECOMMENDATION:
AGENDA CATEGORY:
BUSINESS SESSION: 2
CONSENT CALENDAR:
STUDY SESSION:
PUBLIC HEARING:
As deemed appropriate by the Community Services Commission.
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS:
Dependent upon the Community Services Commission's direction, a
recommendation to approve an Art in Public Places (APP) fee credit of $176,613
for the purchase of one bronze art piece will be forwarded to City Council.
BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW:
On August 21, 2007, T.D. Desert Development L.P., submitted a request
(Attachment 1) for the City to designate an art piece by artist, Patricia Borum
(Attachment 2), as an approved art piece under the City's APP program and that
the developer receive a credit for all APP fees for residential, clubhouse, and
ancillary development within Andalusia at Coral Mountain.
This piece of art work will be a 14-foot high bronze horse and rider. Photographs
of the clay model are included as Attachment 3. The proposed art piece will be
placed adjacent to the residential development located at the entrance to the
Andalusia subdivision on Madison Street between Avenue 58 and Avenue 60
(Attachment 4). This art piece would be located within the Andalusia
Homeowners' Association maintenance area.
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The art piece would be purchased by T.D. Development, L.P. for $176,613. It is
estimated that as a result of the new development at Andalusia at Coral Mountain,
APP fees will be approximately $300,000. The developer is requesting to be
reimbursed approximately $60,071 (the amount estimated paid to date in APP
fees) and be provided a credit of $106,612 on future APP fees for residential,
clubhouse, and ancillary development within Andalusia.
As is with all funds spent from the APP account, the art piece becomes the
property of the City once it is complete, regardless of the percentage paid by the
developer.
ALTERNATIVES:
The alternatives available to the Commission are:
1. Recommend T.D. Development L.P. purchase the bronze art piece and be
awarded a fee credit of $176,613 to purchase the art piece; or
2. Do not recommend T.D. Development L.P. purchase the bronze art piece and
do not recommend awarding a fee credit of $176,613 to purchase the art
piece; or
3. Provide staff with alternate direction.
Repe fully submitted,
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Edie Hylton
Community Services Director
Attachments: 1. Letter dated August 21, 2007
2. Artist Information
3. Clay Model Photographs
4. Location Map
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ATTACHMENT 1
T.D. Desert Development, L.P.
81-570 Carboneras
La Quinta, CA 92253
August 21, 2007
Edie Hylton
Community Services Director
City of La Quinta
P.O. Box 1504
La Quinta, CA 92247-1504
Dear Me Hylton:
I respectfully request that the City of La Quinta designate an art piece by artist Patricia Botum as
an approved art piece under the City's Art in Public Places program and that T.D. Desert
Development receive a credit for all Art in Public Places fees for residential, clubhouse and
ancillary development within Andalusia.
The piece of work is a 14 foot high bronze horse and rider (see enclosed photos). Originally,
this bronze piece was going to be located inside the gates of Andalusia near our clubhouse
campus. After seeing the artist's initial form, I believe that the beauty of this bronze artwork
should be shared with the whole community and be located adjacent to Madison Street (see
enclosed map).
There are a number of equestrian related pieces of work in the community. As an avid
equestrian and someone that was initially drawn to South La Quinta, in part, by the equestrian
oriented nature of the community, I believe all of the equestrian art exemplifies and amplifies the
community's cultural history and its ambience.
We are proposing to place this art piece adjacent to our main entry along Madison Street. Our
current contract with the artist is for $176,613. This does not include structural design work,
anchoring and landscaping; nor are we requesting the use of Art in Public Places funds for these
costs.
I welcome the opportunity to present this request to you, the Community Services Commission,
and City Council.
Thank yo
Grady Sparks
President
Enclosures
cc: Mr. Doug Evans — Assistant City Manager, Development Services, City of La Quinta
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Patricia Borum Horse Sculpture Artist -Bronze Sculptures, Equestrian Fine Art SculptureATTACH MElfte� of 2
EQUESTRIAN SCULPTURE
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Bronze Sculptures
Fiberglass & Bas-Relief
Monumental Sculptures
About The Artist
Contact Patricia Borum
Equestrian Artist, Patricia Borum
Equestrian artist Patricia Borum captures the soul form and grace of
the horse. Her understanding and love of horses, her natural artistic
talent, and influence of growing up and traveling all over Europe and
the Middle East has enabled Patricia to portray the horse in a
classical form but with the horse's real emotions felt. Inspired
primarily by the European museums and art galleries with emphasis
on classical equestrian art, Patricia began at an early age painting
with oils, then mastered the techniques of trompe'loil, faux marble
and faux wood graining which is now used in her custom furniture
painting.
Patricia's life-long involvement with horses and ponies started in Iran
where she learned to ride on donkeys then graduated to a 10hh pony
in Kansas which took her through gymkahanas to the east coast and
jumping. Then in England she was very active with the British pony
club. Patricia's 14.2hh Dartmoor pony was quite the jumper as was
the Thoroughbred she got off the track and schooled to advanced
Levels in three day eventing.
Patricia began her sculpting career in the late 90's and
since then has created such monumental pieces such as
her majestic, larger than life sized bronze of "Spirit", an
11' bronze horse leaping out of the fountain gates of
"Mission Ranch" in Rancho Mirage, California. Spirit was
inspired by the courage of Alexander the Great's horse
Bucephalus, and was dedicated in memory of the spirit
of the American heroes of September 11, 2001.
Patricia is now living and working in the Sacramento,
California area. Long retired from the show ring, she
enjoys trail riding on her relaxed easy going black and
white paint gelding Bucky.
Ready This Summer ...
ANDALUSIA a monumental bronze. This proud Spanish Horse and Rider will overlook the golf
course at a new luxury community ANDALUSIA at CORAL MOUNTAIN. This beautiful residential
community is located near Palm Springs in La Quinta, California.
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Commissions
Patricia is currently accepting commissions. She may be contacted
at her Northern California studio:
c/o Patricia Borum Equestrian Sculptor
P.O.Box 1646
Orangevale, California 95662
(916)989-6623
Or you may email Patricia by clicking here
Upcoming Shows:
• Draft Horse Classic, Grass Valley CA - Sept 21-24 2006
• CAI-B Shady Oaks US National Horse Pairs Championship, Lodi CA - October 5-8 2006
• Equine Affaire, Pomona CA - February 1-4, 2007
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Patricia Borum - Equestrian Sculpture
Creative Expression & A Love of Horses ...
Patricia Borum"s creative expression and her love of horses go hand in
hand. It is out of these loves that Patricia explores the nuances of equine
anatomy and behavior. The resulting realism, is tempered with a classical
style derived from growing up abroad. The international exposure brings to
Patricia's work the depth and expansiveness of the European classics
blended with the natural life-long affinity she enjoys with horses.
From small table top sculptures to monumental work, the detail and true to
life realism of Patricids creations captures the intense relationship shared
between horse and human. The viewer expects the sculpted horse to twitch
an ear, exhale, or nicker a greeting. It is just a shadow of an expectation,
nonetheless it is part of the visual experience involved with Patricia's
work.
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Horse Fountains / Equestrian Fountains
Cast Bronze
Sharing a Drink - Cast Bronze
I have always loved the old massive fountains in Europe,
especially the ones with horses. My first idea was to have the
fountain be a tranquil, two pure hearted horses sharing a drink,
side by side with a quiet trickling of water. This fountain has
such a calming affect.
The European fleur-de-lys and sea shell combined with a bit of
Northern California wine country in its grapes makes this
fountain unique.
This lovely bronze sculpture fountain is made in California
with a variety of patina colors available. It is also possible to
personalize this fountain with your favorite horse's heads.
Cast Bronze Fountain...
• Dimensions; 58" tall by 58" wide by 40" deep
• Price: $45,000.00
Also available in Cast Fiberglass/Resin...
Click Here to view.
Two Horses Drinking - Cast Bronze
I have always loved the old massive fountains in Europe,
especially the ones with horses. My first idea was to have the
fountain be a tranquil, two pure hearted horses sharing a drink, side
by side with a quiet trickling of water. This fountain has such a
calming affect.
The European fleur-de-lys and sea shell combined with a bit of
Northern California wine country in its grapes makes this fountain
unique.
This fountain is made in California. The pump is made in the USA
and is installed and ready to go.
Cast Bronze Fountain...
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Dimensions: 24-1/2" by 17" by 12"
Price: $12,500.00
Also available in Cast Fiberglass/Resin...
Click Here to view.
Arabian Horse Drinking - Cast Bronze
Arabians are such popular horses that I just had to make another
fountain, one featuring an arabian horse drinking. This fountain has
a feel of the California Mission revival as many of the horses
brought by the Spaniards to California were Arabians.
These fountains are made in California and have a pump included.
Just fill with water and plug it in. Replenish water as it evaporates.
Fountain...
• Dimensions: 32" by 26' by 12"
• Price: $12,000.00
Also available in Cast Fiberglass/Resin...
Click Here to view.
Cast Fiberglass/Resin
Sharing A Drink - Fiberglass/ Resin
• Dimensions: 58" tall x 58" wide x 40"
deep.
• Antique stone finish
• Price: $3,500.00
Also available in Cast Bronze...
Click Here to view.
Two Horses Drinking - Cast Resin
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. Dimensions: 17" wide x 25" tall x 12" deep
. Weight approx 18 pounds empty
. Available Finishes:
o Antique White
. Price: $695.00
Also available in Cast Bronze...
Click Here to view.
Arabian Horse Fountain - Cast Fiberglass/Resin
Arabians are such popular horses that I just had to make another fountain,
one featuring an Arabian horse drinking. This fountain has a feel of the
California Mission revival as many of the horses brought by the Spaniards
to California were Arabians. As in the "Two Horses Drinking" fountain
(above) the color finishes and materials are the same.
These fountains are made in California and have a pump included. Just fill
with water and plug it in. Replenish water as it evaporates.
. Dimensions: 32" tall x 26" . Available Finishes
wide x 12" deep o Antique White
. Price $695.00
Also available in Cast Bronze...
Click Here to view.
Commissions
Patricia is currently accepting commissions. She may be contacted at her Northern California studio:
c/o Patricia Borum Equestrian Sculptor
P.O.Box 1646
Orangevale, California 95662
Or you may email Patricia by clicking here
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Bronze Sculptures / Equestrian Sculptures
The Dance
This lovely stallion has such graceful movement at all
angels. Available in a variety of patina colors, double
mounted on granite and specialty stone.
. Limited edition 15
. Price: $3,000.00
Legendstar
. Limited Edition 15
. Dimensions 19" by 19"
. Price: $ 3,200.00
Bucephalus
Bucephalus rearing up grey Limited edition 15, various
patina colors available.
Bucephalus was the extraordinary horse that Alexander
the Great rode in so many of his battles (356-323
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B.C.) .Bucephalus was considered the best of the
Thessalonian breed, an Oriental strain and his name
means ox head which refers to the broad forehead.
Bucephalus was 30 years old when he died of war
wounds at the Hydaspes River in north west India. He
was buried with all the military honor. Alexander the
Great thus founded the city of Bucephalia on that site.
Limited Edition: 15
Dimensions: 21-1/2" x 18-1/2"
• Price: $3,000.00
Classico
Chariot Horse
Available in a variety of patina colors. The Chariot
Horse was an inspiration from the four horses at San
Marco, Venice, Italy. I wanted him to be thinner,
however he is after all a racing chariot horse, a winner
with his head held high.
• Limited Edition: 20
• Dimensions: 16" x 14-1/2"
• Price: $ 2,500.00
"Classico" is my interpitation of the fat, prancing stallion
statues, kings and emporers rode, with passage in their step and
their heads held proud. Classico is available in a variety of
patina colors.
• Price: $2,500.00
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Checkmate
. Limited Edition: 50
. Dimensions: 11" x 9"
. Price: $1,200.00
Mermare
Such a happy seahorse perched on island rocks ready to spout
water from her mouth. This sculpture is a great conversation
piece either in a small garden fountain or based on a slab of
exotic specialty stone.
. Limited Edition - 20
. Dimensions 14" by 15"
. Price: $3,500.00
Black Beauty
. Limited Edition 15
. Dimensoons 20" x 9" x 16"
. Price: $ 3,000.00
Mare and Foal
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This sculpture is a representation of the interaction between a
mare and foal in action. The mare, bred for her graceful
movement, is teaching the colt how to trot out. The colt of
course is not paying full attention with his head turned
sideways and is waiting for the opportunity to playfully nip
his mother's neck. This sculpture has tremendous impulsion.
• Limited Edition: 15
• Dimensions: 24" x 13 1/2" x 17"
• Price: $ 6,000.00
Mare and foal also sold separately. Contact Patricia for
pricing.
Irish Draught
This sculpture is modeled after the famous Grand Prix
jumper "King of Hearts" owned by the famous football
star Joe Montana.
• Limited Edition 15
• Dimensions 21"by 17"
• Price: $ 3,000.00
Gatepost Horse Head
• 32" tall
. Also available in resin, see Fiberglass/Resin page for details
• Price: $ 9,500.00
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AGENDA CATEGORY:
BUSINESS SESSION: 3
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR:
MEETING DATE: September 10, 2007 STUDY SESSION:
PUBLIC HEARING:
ITEM TITLE: Consideration of the 2007-2008
Community Services Marketing Plan
RECOMMENDATION:
As deemed appropriate by the Community Services Commission.
BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW:
The Community Service Marketing Plan (Attachment 1) has been developed to
refine and improve the methods of communicating the programs, services, and
events to city residents. This plan provides the Community Services Commission
with information regarding the current number of programs and services,
cancellation rates, and marketing methods. New methods of promoting have also
been identified to reach residents. Staff has included the 2005-2006 and 2006-
2007 attendance figures (Attachment 2).
This plan addresses the recommendation and action item in the Community
Services Master Plan to increase marketing efforts. This marketing plan attempts to
reach more residents through a variety of print and promotion methods. The key
elements of this plan are included in the 2007-2008 budget approved by City
Council on July 21, 2007.
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ALTERNATIVES:
The alternatives available to the Commission are:
1. Approve the 2007-2008 Community Services Marketing Plan; or
2. Do not approve the 2007-2008 Community Services Marketing Plan; or
3. Provide staff with alternate direction.
Respectfully submitted,
Edie Hyl on, Co nity ervices Director
Attachments: 1. Community Services Marketing Plan
2. Attendance Figures
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ATTACHMENT 1
City of La Quinta
Community Services Marketing Plan
2007-2008
The City of La Quinta Community Services Department recently completed an
update to the Master Plan. As one of the recommendations from the Master Plan
and as a result of the comprehensive citizen survey it was identified that some
residents are not aware of the numerous programs, activities and events that are
offered by the City and its partners.
In an effort to increase public awareness and public relations the city is developing
a more strategic approach to the marketing and promotional efforts to ensure that
more residents are aware through multiple sources of the services being offered.
The recent citizen survey indicated that 12% of those responding did not know
what was offered. The findings of the survey also show residents in the Cove were
the highest response to this comment.
Recent Program and Facility Usage
Program statistics for 2006-2007 are as follows:
• Fall 2006 was the second most programmed season with 60 sessions.
Approximately 47% of the sessions offered were cancelled. Areas of high
attendance included: Kickboxing, Yoga Feldenkrais, Ballroom Dancing,
Photoshop Elements, Microsoft Excel & Word, Guitar, and Italian for Travelers,
Beginning Ballet, Dance Play and Pretend, Breakfast with Santa, and Excursions.
Areas with little to no attendance included: All Arts & Craft classes, Belly
Dancing, Photoshop Pro, Start a Business, and CPR classes. Overall number of
enrollments in general programs for this season was 483. The Adult Soccer
League had 10 teams with 18 players per team. The Volleyball, Dodgeball, and
3 on 3 Basketball tournaments offered were cancelled.
Winter/Spring 2007 was a heavily programmed season with 73 sessions.
Cancellation rates dropped considerably from the previous year from 58% to
36%. Areas of high interest include: Kickboxing, Hiking, Belly Dancing,
Computer classes, Guitar, Beginning Ballet, Dance Play and Pretend, and
Excursions. Areas with little to no attendance include: Cooking for Better
Health, Hula Dancing, Jazz Theater, Thoughts and Feelings discussion, and CPR
Class. Overall number of enrollments for this season was 415. The Adult
Soccer League had 10 teams with 18 players per team. The Junior Tennis
Tournament offered in April was cancelled.
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• Summer 2007 a new strategy was implemented to develop programs for this
summer. As a result of the closure of the Senior Center for the month of August
a number of classes were reduced. The program focus was placed on increased
number of excursions and taking groups out of the City to more desirable
weather and areas of interest. Locations included West Los Angeles, Laguna
Beach, San Clemente, and San Diego. Program totals include 37 sessions. Half
of the programs cancelled due to low enrollments (49%). Areas of good
attendance were Excursions, Dance, Play and Pretend, Walk with the Ancients,
Guitar, and Ballroom Dancing. Areas with little to no attendance were Baby
Signs, Nature Depot, Classical and Blues Guitar, Beginning Computers,
Feldenkrais, and Painting. Overall enrollments for this season doubled from the
last summer season from 88 to 203. The Summer Golf Tour had 53
participants.
Senior Center Program statistics for 2006-2007 are as follows:
• Fall 2006 was the second most programmed season with 134 sessions and an
additional 10 scheduled special events (65 regular class sessions and 69
computer sessions). This season saw a cancellation rate of 52%. Areas of
high attendance included: Intermediate Bridge Lessons; Social Ballroom;
Ageless Action Aerobics; Luncheons; Tai Chi Chuan; Political and Economical
Events; Duplicate, Social, and A.C.B.L. Bridge; Digital Photography; Photo Edit
1, 2 & 3; and Printshop Publishing 1. Areas with little or no attendance
included: Arthritis Tai Chi, Latin Dance, Introduction to Computer & Internet,
Simple Spreadsheets, Lists & Labels, Hooked on Loops, Mosaic Tile, Oil &
Acrylics, Learn to Knit, CPR & First Aid, Beginning Mah Jongg, and Whole Self
Defense. Overall number of enrollments for this season was 3,527 (1,488
session enrollments with 2,039 bridge players).
• WintedSpring 2007 was the most programmed season with 135 sessions and
an additional 11 scheduled special events (78 regular class sessions and 57
computer sessions). This season saw a cancellation rate of 30%. Areas of
high attendance included: Ageless Action Aerobics, Luncheons, Beginning and
Advanced Bridge Lessons, Social Ballroom, Introduction to the Computer,
Introduction to E-Mail, CPR & First Aid, Tai Chi for Health, Sketch & Draw,
Watercolor, Beginning Spanish, Photo Edit 1 & 2, Files & Folders, Introduction
to Word Processing, and Beginning Italian. Areas with little or no attendance
included: Tai Chi Independent, Latin Dance, Microsoft Word, Advanced Spanish,
Photo Edit 3, Word Processing Level 2, Mosaic Art, and Advanced Mah Jongg.
Overall number of enrollments for this season was 5,904 (1,904 session
enrollments with 4,000 bridge players).
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• Summer 2007 was the least programmed season with 53 sessions and an
additional 4 scheduled special events (29 regular class sessions and 24
computer sessions). This season saw a cancellation rate of 47%. Areas of
high attendance included: Social Ballroom, Ageless Action Aerobics, Luncheons,
Introduction to the Computer, and Files & Folders. Areas with little or no
attendance included: Introduction to the Internet, Introduction to E-Mail,
Microsoft Word, Yoga for Health, Tai Chi, Watercolor with Mixed Media,
Printshop Publishing, Introduction to Word Processing, Mindfulness Meditation,
Intermediate & Continuing Italian, Come Laugh the Summer Away, Microsoft
Excel, Pilates, and Jewelry Making. Overall number of enrollments for this
season was 1,183 (282 session enrollments with 901 bridge players.)
Facility Rentals
• There were 42 rentals in the La Quinta Library for Fiscal Year 2006-2007 with
revenues totaling $60,197. There were 24 rentals in the Senior Center with
rental revenue at $34,995. Civic Center and park rentals had 73 rentals and
$6,190 in rental revenue. Total revenues for all combined are $101,382. This
compares with rental revenues in 2005-2006 of $76,724.
Promotion and Marketing Efforts in the past
The promotions and marketing efforts that were completed in 2006-2007 included:
• Information posted on the City website and on-line registration software was
initiated in Fall 2006.
• 3 brochures mailed to households within the City in May, August, and
December.
Fall Postcard mailed to resident households in Fall 2006 for activities.
Postcard developed and mailed to targeted groups for Trails Days in October.
• Flyers distributed at City facilities for programs and events.
25`h Anniversary Promotions Plan that identified multiple sources of promotions
for events (Desert Sun and LQ Sun ads, radio and TV advertisements, flyers to
schools and youth organizations, press releases, feature articles, banners, and
promotional materials).
• Press releases to the Desert Sun and LQ Sun on grand openings, events,
dedications, and other special events.
• Articles in the La Quinta Magazine.
• Event and program information monthly in the Gem.
• 2 email blasts on the La Quinta Fitness Center and events.
Postcard mailed regarding groundbreaking for La Quinta Museum.
Book marks distributed regarding hours of operation for La Quinta Library.
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• Summer Postcard developed and mailed to households in early Summer 2007
for activities
• Promoting events while at other City events (i.e., flyers, giveaways, Powerpoint
ads on the screen at Open Air Cinema events, vocal presentation over
loudspeakers, etc.).
The City of La Quinta is seeking to improve methods to reach potential program
participants and increase the participation and public awareness of the City's
Community Services activities. The Community Services staff will focus on the
"quality" of the promotion materials and work to improve the overall image. The
Community Services staff will utilize Kiner Communications to develop several
templates for flyers and postcards that can be used by staff.
The marketing plan for the 2008 City of La Quinta Community Services department
should consider the following:
Recreation Programs
• Provide more information on the City website to include recreation programs,
athletic league scheduling, and registration. Highlight new classes and
programs.
• Provide more details on the City website for people to find information including
programs, locations, maps, and needed information for increased participation.
• Work with the Friends of the Senior Center and Friends of the Library to help
promote activities and events through word of mouth and distribution of
information.
Continue with promotion of programs and events in the monthly Gem.
Encourage contract instructors to promote their classes to increase revenue.
• Continue to send press releases to the La Quinta Sun and Desert Sun and the
online calendar.
• Identify new classes and programs in the Activities Guide distributed three times
annually.
• Distribute Activity Guides and special information at the CVRPD community
building in La Quinta.
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Sports and Athletics
• Provide information on the website regarding athletic leagues and tournaments;
list registration dates, fees, and game schedules.
• Mail out flyers to past and present sports program participants (adult soccer
players, golf tour participants, etc.).
• Post and provide flyers to City facilities (City Hall, Library, Senior Center, etc.).
• Work with the local Boys & Girls Club.
• Promote events at local sports retailers and sports bars (i.e., Big 5, Lumpy's,
Beer Hunter, etc.) by posting flyers.
• Budget for and offer incentives to program participants (trophies, plaques, t-
shirts, water bottles, etc.).
Special Events
• Develop and distribute a postcard for Summer and Fall events to be mailed to
households to promote the increased level of events and excursions.
• Continue to send press releases to the La Quinta Sun and Desert Sun and the
online calendar.
• Provide flyers to non profit organizations such as the Boys and Girls Club and
the Desert YMCA regarding special events and programs for children.
• Work with the La Quinta Arts Foundation on the promotion of art programs and
events to reach targeted markets.
• Work with the La Quinta Historical Society and Friends of the Library to reach
adult markets for programs.
• Work with outdoor education and conservation groups on programs and services
that promote outdoor recreation and education such as the Friends of the Desert
Mountains, Stewards of the Fred Wolff Bear Creek Nature Preserve, and staff at
the BLM and National Monument.
Facility Rentals
• Utilize the facility rental software on the website so that potential renters can
view availability of La Quinta facilities and available amenities.
• Improve information placed in the activities guide: include photos, facility
amenities, fees, and policies.
• Create a facility brochure that advertises all City parks and facilities that are
available for rent.
• Provide information about facility rentals in all public facilities.
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Senior Center Programs and Activities
• Press Releases on activities and special events.
• Flyers placed in Library and City Hall regarding programs and events.
• Work with outside organizations to promote special events such as health fairs,
arts and crafts fair, monthly dances, and luncheons.
• Request participation from the Community Services Commission and the Friends
of the Senior Center to promote and attend events.
• Encourage the contract instructors to promote their classes to increase revenue.
• Provide more useful information for seniors on the website.
• Promote new classes and free activities on the website.
• Provide more FREE programs and advertise for them through the Activities
Guide, Press Releases, LQ Gem, and the website.
• Provide more promotional give -a -ways at events.
Library
• Establish Grand Opening of the Phase 2 Library.
• Increase information in the La Quinta Activities brochure on programs and
services.
Complete a School Profile Checklist for three La Quinta elementary schools.
Instruct the teachers at one elementary school on the many ways the library
data bases can be used in the classroom.
Design and print a colorful new bookmark targeting interest of the local business
community.
Participate in the Reading Day at the Mall event.
Hold a Dia de los Ninos Dia los Libros/Day of the Child/Day of the Book family -
focused event at the La Quinta Public Library.
Outreach the Poetry Break program at one of the elementary schools in the
library's service area.
Encourage teachers to schedule a Class Visit for their students at the La Quinta
Public Library.
La Quinta Museum
Plan and promote the Grand Opening Dedication in March 2008.
Expand the information regarding museum hours and programs on the City
Website.
Develop and distribute Program cards at various City locations.
Develop press releases for the programs and activities held at the museum.
Work with the Chamber to promote the new museum in the GEM.
Work with the editor of LQ Magazine to promote the museum.
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• Provide the Desert Sun and LQ Sun information about reopening the museum
and what is offered.
• Work with the La Quinta Historical Society to support and promote the new
programs, exhibits, and facility
• Coordinate with the La Quinta Arts Foundation to support and promote the
museum activities.
• Feature the exhibit space and what is being set up.
• Feature the Andre Blanche Mural, if approved.
Feature the new Museum Manager and what is happening with programming
and development while under construction.
The Community Services staff is responsible for making sure that these items are
completed. Each supervisor is directly responsible for the marketing and promotion
of their programs, events and facilities. Staff will be evaluated based on the
completing these items as part of the job responsibilities. Participation and
registration numbers are tracked to measure the effectiveness of these methods. If
new and improved methods are suggested staff will consider including them in the
plan. The Community Service staff also works in cooperation with the City
Manager's office to provide information for publications that are city wide. Projects
that include all departments like the City Report and The Gem are coordinated
through the City Manager's office. Press releases are also approved by the Public
Information Officer for the city before being sent to local media.
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COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MEETING DATE: September 10, 2007
ITEM TITLE: Consideration of Commission Meeting Dates
RECOMMENDATION:
As deemed appropriate by the Community Services Commission.
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS:
None.
WORK PLAN TASK ASSIGNMENT:
Commission Meeting dates.
BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW:
October 8, 2007
November 19, 2007
December 10, 2007
January 14, 2008
February 11, 2008
March 10, 2008
April 14, 2008
May 12, 2008
June 9, 2008
July 14, 2008
August 11, 2008
September 8, 2008
AGENDA CATEGORY:
BUSINESS SESSION: 4
CONSENT CALENDAR:
STUDY SESSION:
PUBLIC HEARING:
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ALTERNATIVES:
The alternatives available to the Commission are:
1. Approve the Community Services Commission meeting dates as noted; or
2. Do not approve the Community Services Commission meeting dates as noted;
or
3. Provide staff withhaLalternate direction.
X4 '1bVI,
Edie Hylton
Community Services Director
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COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING
MEETING DATE: September 10, 2007
ITEM TITLE: Consideration of Art Maintenance Priorities
RECOMMENDATION:
AGENDA CATEGORY:
BUSINESS SESSION: 5
CONSENT CALENDAR:
STUDY SESSION:
PUBLIC HEARING:
As deemed appropriate by the Community Services Commission.
FISCAL IMPLICATIONS:
The Fiscal Year 2007/2008 budget included $30,000 for the maintenance and
repair of Art in Public Places.
BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW:
After reviewing all of the art works throughout the City, the following pieces are
considered priority for restoration:
1. Fish Trap at the Cove Oasis has been vandalized and the piece is
incomplete. The estimate is to be determined.
2. Two south entry pieces at City Hall need to be cleaned and remove rust
stains from base. Estimate of $1,000.
3. Arch Sculpture on Avenue 52 at Fritz Burns Park. Paint is fading. Estimate
of $1,760.
4. Washington Street Bridge Railing between Avenue 50 and Village Shopping
Center. Paint (Behr -Ice) fading. Estimate of $3,800.
Due to the art pieces being unique and consisting of various mediums, staff
recommends each art work be bid individually. There are only a few specialized
businesses and each has their strengths in the types of restoration services offered.
Last year the Spirit of La Quinta, the mosaics at the Civic Center Campus and Fritz
Burns Park, the Burns and Yackman Plaques, and the three acknowledgement areas
at the Civic Center Campus were all restored.
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Vandalism of Art in Public Places is random and will be corrected immediately
following the occurrence. Some vandalism may be corrected in house with existing
staff while other occurrences may require an art maintenance contractor.
ALTERNATIVES:
The alternatives available to the Commission are:
1. Approve the art maintenance priorities as listed; or
2. Do not approved the art maintenance priorities as listed; or
3. Provide staff with alternate direction.
Respectfully submitted,
Edie Hylton
Community Services Director
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CORRESPONDENCE ITEM: 1
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Edie Hylton, Community Services Director'
DATE: July 17, 2007
SUBJECT: Community Services Department Report for June 2007
UPCOMING EVENTS OF FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2007:
Aug 1 Tae Kwon Do, La Quinta High School
Aug 4 San Diego Padres Baseball Excursion
Aug 4 Summer Golf Tour - Desert Willow, Mountain View Course
Aug 11 Summer Golf Tour - Terra Lago Golf Resort, North Course
Aug 18 Summer Golf Tour - Marriott Shadow Ridge
Aug 23 * Boys & Girls Club 'Back to School„ Program, B&G Club of La Quinta
Aug 25 Summer Golf Tour - Mountain Vista Sun City, Santa Rosa
*La Quinta Senior Center will be closed for renovation during the month of August.
*Daytime Senior Center class or activity
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Community Services Department
Attendance Report for the Month of June 2007
Summary Sheet
Program 2007 2006 Variance Sessions Per Month
2007 2006
Leisure Classes
65
129
-64
39
17
Special Events
594
225
369
7
5
Adult Sports
622
229
393
44
17
Senior Center
808
1123
-315
62
111
Total
2,089
1,706
383
152
150
Senior Services
Senior Center
444
362
82
22
21
Total
444
362
82
22
21
Sports User Groups
La Quinta Park Use
AYSO
250
200
50
9
5
Sports Complex
LQ Sports 8 Youth
5001
700
-200
17
20
Facility/Park Rentals
Library
Multi -Purpose Room
1350
1250
100
6
6
Classroom
550
250
300
11
5
(Church)
300
0
300
4
0
Senior Center
Private Party
300
500
-200
2
4
(Church)
300
360
-60
4
4
Civic Center
(Private Part
0
50
-50
0
1
Park Rentals
La Quinta Park
450
350
100
9
7
Fritz Burns Park
0
0
0
0
0
Total
4,000
3,660
340
62
52
Total Programs
6,533
6,728
8051
236
223
Vnhmtanr Hours
Senior Center
3251
379
-54
Total Volunteer Hours
1 3251
379
-54
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Community Services Program Report for June 2007
2007 2006 2007 2006
Participants
Participants
Variance
I Meetings
Meetings
Leisure Classes
Tae Kwon Do
11
0
11
13
0
Beginning Bell dance
3
10
-7
4
4
Intermediate Bell dance
2
6
-4
4
4
Ballroom Dancing
12
0
12
4
0
Adobe Photoshop Pro
3
3
0
4
4
Guitar - Beginning
131
6
6
4
4
Beginning Ballet
3
13
10
2
3
Dance, Play & Pretend
1 191
201
4
5
Totals
1 651
581
24
2nn7 2006 2007 2006
Participants
Participants
Variance
Meetings
Meetings
Special Events
Old Town San Diego
40
0
40
1
0
Getty Museum
26
0
26
1
0
Open Air Cinema
350
65
285
1
1
Golf Tour, Escena Golf Club
48
52
-4
1
1
Golf Tour, Tah uitz Creek
42
41
1
1
1
Golf Tour, San Gorgonio
421
57
15
11
1
Golf Tour, Woodhaven
1 461
50
-41
11
1
Totals
594
2651
3291
7
5
2007 2006 2007 2006
Participants
Participants
Variance
Meetings
Meetings
Adult Sports
Open Gym Basketball
202
229
-27
21
17
Fitness Center
195
0
195
21
0
Adult Soccer League*
225
0
225
2
0
Totals
622
229
393
44
17
Recreation Totals 1 1,2811 5521 7291 90 1 46
Adult soccer league playoffs in June 2007 ONLY, regular season was over, no games in June 2006.
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Monthly Revenue Report for June 2007
Mont hh, Ravonim - Facility Rentals 2007 2006 Variance
..._.......
Library
7,597.50
1 $
1,535.00
$
6,062.50
Senior Center
$
2,357.50
$
5,070.00
$
2,712.50
Parks
$
490.00
$
250.00
$
240.00
Sports Fields
$
330.00
$
37.50
$
292.50
Monthly Facility Revenue
$
10,775.00
$
6,892.50
$
3-982.60
RAnfhly Ravanua
Senior Center
$
4,721.00
1 $
4,848.00
1$
127.00
Community Services
$
10,610.00
$
11,436.00
$
826.00
La Quinta Resident Cards*
$
1,110.00
$
2,415.00
$
(1,305.00)
Fitness Cards
$
580.00
$
-
$
580.00
Total Revenue
$
17,021.00
$
18,699.00
Revenue Year to Date
Facility Revenue
$ 55,784.00
$ 47,885.50
Senior Center
$ 103,717.00
$ 16,239.00)
Communit Services
$ 73,253.00
$ 15,663.00
La Quinta Resident Cards
0
M288,3392.50
$ 54,585.00
$ (18,345.00
Fitness Cards
0
$ -
$ 3,355.00
Total Revenue to Date
0
$ 287,339.00
$ 993.50
* Resident cards went to a 3-year membership via City Councils decision as of
January 2006. Therefore, revenue this year decreased due to less renewals.
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Senior Center Attendance
Senior Center Program Report for June 2007
articr ion
a ici ation
Variance
satinsMeetings
OB
00
200
Senior Activities
ACBL Bridge
180
168
12
4
4
Bridge, Duplicate/Social/PartyDuplicate/Social/Party
320
263
57
13
16
Monthly Birthday Party
42
38
4
1
1
Monthly Luncheon
66
67
-1
1
1
Movie Time
45
49
-41
4
5
Senior Activity Total
653
585
681
23
27
Senior Leisure Classes
Ballroom Dance
31
0
31
4
0
Computer Classes
13
30
-17
3
7
Exercise
30
34
-4
12
13
Quilting
20
24
-4
3
5
Sketch & Draw
3
18
-15
4
4
Tai Chi
10
25
-151
4
9
Ukulele Players
42
0
421
5
0
Watercolor
6
14
-81
4
4
Senior Leisure Classes Total
155
145
101
39
42
TOTAL SENIOR PROGRAMS
808
730
78
62
69
Senior Services
Arthritis Foundation - Tai Chi Arthritis
34
0
34
3
0
FIND Food Distribution
235
188
47
4
5
HICAP
4
0
4
2
0
I.I.D. Energy Assistance/ o fee
94
96
-21
10
9
Laser Center- Skin Cancer Screening
23
0
231
1
0
Legal Consultation
4
3
1
1
1
Mature Driver Training
10
7
3
1
1
NotarV Service
2
0
2
1
0
Seminars - June
4
9
5
2
2
Volunteers
34
37
-3
n/a
n/a
TOTAL SENIOR SERVICES
4"
340
70
22
18
SENIOR CENTER TOTAL
1252
10701
1481
84
87
54
2007
2006
Variance
Volunteer Hours
Senior Center
325
333
-8
Volunteer Total:
325
333
-8
Revenue
Senior Center Revenue
$4,721.00
$4,848.00
$t27.00
Revenue Total:
$4,721.00
$4,848.00
Jun-07
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Parks Items of Interest
For June 2007
A meeting was held this month at the CVRPD office, in Indio, to determine if
the County should move forward with funding for a feasibility study of a
valley -wide trail, utilizing the Whitewater Channel. Representatives from
Coachella, La Quinta, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, BLM, and the Coachella
Valley Trails Alliance were all in agreement and supported moving forward
with the feasibility study. CVRPD will host another meeting once the MOU
for the feasibility study is updated.
The Police Department has made 4 arrests in connection with the most
recent events of vandalism at Fritz Burns Park and the Civic Center Campus.
The events occurred over a period of 3 weeks and involved graffiti
throughout the facilities. Items that were tagged included the wind screens
at the tennis courts, the Rainbow Water Feature, the restroom facilities, the
Veterans Memorial, and the Sheriff and Fire Memorial. Staff provided the
Police Department with the total cost for damages incurred during this
period.
The berm on the Fred Wolff Bear Creek Nature Preserve has been removed.
The contractor finished the work on Wednesday, June 20. The project area
has been chemically stabilized for dust control. With the berm removed,
there are now better views into the property and towards the Bear Creek
Trail. Working with the La Quinta Police, it was determined that removing
the berm will improve the visual surveillance of the Fred Wolff Bear Creek
Trail and Nature Preserve from Avenida Montezuma. Staff is also working
with the landscape contractor to also improve the landscape along the Bear
Creek Trail using the principles of Crime Prevention Through Environmental
Design (CPTED).
La Quinta Park is now closed to organized athletic activity. This closure is
necessary to allow maintenance crews to renovate turf areas that have
become worn through extensive use throughout the year. Organized athletic
activity will resume again at the end of August. The park still remains open
to the general public for normal park activity.
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CORRESPONDENCE ITEM: 2
OF �O
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Edie Hylton, Community Services Director
DATE: August 21, 2007
SUBJECT: Community Services Department Report for July 2007
UPCOMING EVENTS OF FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2007:
Sept 3
Tae Kwon Do, La Quinta High School
Sept 4
Beginning Guitar, Senior Center
Sept 4
Rock N Blues Guitar, Senior Center
Sept 4
Zumba, Senior Center
Sept 4
*Beginning Spanish
Sept 5
*Mat Pilates
Sept 5
*Action Aerobics
Sept 5
Kickboxing, Senior Center
Sept 6
*Cook w/ Chef Tony
Sept 6
* Tai Chi Health
Sept 6
*Social Ballroom & American Latin
Sept 7
*Mindful Meditation
Sept 7
*W. Shakespeare
Sept 7
* Beginning German
Sept 7
*Hot Latin Dance
Sept 7
*Welcome Back Evening Dance
Sept 10
Jazzercise, Fitness Center
Sept 10
Personal Fitness, Fitness Center
Sept 10
Dance, Play, & Pretend, Senior Center
Sept 10
Ballroom Dance, Senior Center
Sept 11
Photoshop Elements 2 Introductory Course, Senior Center
Sept 12
*Jewelry Making
Sept 12
*Continuing Italian
Sept 12
Adobe Photoshop Professional Version, Senior Center
Sept 12
*Self -Publishing
Sept 13
*Fiesta Luncheon
Sept 13
*Dress w/ Pizazz
Sept 13
Photoshop Elements 2 Advanced Course, Senior Center
Sept 13
Beginning Ballet, La Quinta High School
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Sept 13 Dance, Play, & Pretend, La Quinta High School
Sept 17 Baby Signs Parent Workshop, Senior Center
Sept 17 Desert Adventure Boot Camp, La Quinta Park
Sept 17 Beginning Computers, Senior Center
Sept 18 *Watercolor
Sept 18 *Un-cooking w/ Jul
Sept 18 Total Nutrition, Library
Sept 18 Intermediate/Advanced Belly Dancing, La Quinta High School
Sept 19 Microsoft Word, Senior Center
Sept 19 *Sketch & Draw
Sept 20 Beginning Belly Dancing, La Quinta High School
Sept 22 Algodones, Mexico Excursion
Sept 23 Adult Soccer League, La Quinta Park
Sept 24 *Hooked on Loops
Sept 24 Sign, Say & Play, Senior Center
Sept 25 Adult CPR & First Aid, La Quinta Library
Sept 26 *Play of the Hand Bridge Lessons
Sept 26 *Defense in Bridge
Sept 27 *Mature Driver Training
*Daytime Senior Center class or activity
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Community Services Department
Attendance Report for the Month of July 2007
Summary Sheet
Program 2007 2006 Variance Sessions Per Month
2007 2006
Leisure Classes
69
91
-22
40
35
Special Events
568
542
26
8
8
Adult Sports •
384
460
-76
38
26
Senior Center
623
635
-12
60
74
Total
1,644
1,728
-84
146
143
Senior Services
Senior Center
360
347
13
27
23
Total
360
347
13
27
23
Sports User Groups
La Quinta Park Use
AYSO ""
0
0
0
0
0
Sports Complex
LQ Sports & Youth
500
200
300
15
3
Pop Warner Football
200
0200
10
0
Facility/Park Rentals
Library
Multi -Purpose Room
600
1100
-500
5
10
Classroom
400
350
50
8
7
(Church)
375
0
375
5
0
Senior Center
(Private Part
Church
400
375
400
500
0
-125
3
5
2
5
Civic Center
Private Part
0
0
0
0
0
Park Rentals
La Quinta Park
300
250
501
5
5
Fritz Burns Park
0
0
0
0
0
Total
3,150
2,800
350
56
32
Total Programs
5,154
4,875
279
229
198
Vnlnn}nnr Unijm
Senior Center
260
266
-6
Total Volunteer Hours
260
266
-6
No Adult Soccer League this month due to reseeding of La Quinta Park,
so Adult Sports attendance is lower this year.
" No usage for AYSO this month due to reseeding of La Quinta Park.
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Community Services Program Report for July 2007
2007 2005 2007 2006
Participants I
Participants
Variance
Meetings
Meetings
Leisure Classes
Elements - Beg.
61
0
6
4
0
Adobe Photoshop Pro
21
2
0
3
4
Tee Kwon Do
41
0
4
13
0
Walk With Ancients
6
0
6
2
0
Beginning Bell dance
3
12
9
3
3
Intermediate Bell dance
2
6
-4
3
2
Ballroom Dancing
12
2
10
2
2
Guitar - Beginning
12
6
6
2
2
Beginning Ballet
3
0
3
4
0
Dance, Play & Pretend
19
0
19
4
0
Totals
691
28
41
40
13
2007 2nnR 2007 2006
Participants I
Participants
Variance
Meetings
Meetings
Special Events
open Air Cinema - July 14
250
250
0
1
1
Open Air Cinema - July 28
80
0
80
1
0
Pageant of The Masters Excursion
27
23
4
1
1
Beach Train Excursion
45
48
-3
1
1
Golf Tour, Cimarron Golf Resort
37
50
-13
1
1
Golf Tour, Trilogy Golf Resort
50
46
4
1
1
Golf Tour, SilverRock
1 411
38
3
1
1
Golf our, Indian Springs
38
36
2
1
1
Totals
568
491
77
8
7
2007 2006 2007 2006
Participants I
Participants
I Variance
i Meetings
Meetings
Adult Sports
Open Gym Basketball
241
241
0
17
16
Fitness Center
143
39
104
21
9
Totals
3841
2801
1041
381
25
Recreation Totals1 1,0211 7991 2221 86 45
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Monthly Revenue Report for July 2007
RA..* .lv Rn..nniie _ Faclity Rentals 2007 2006 Variance
Library
$
3,872.50
$
4,590.00
$
717.50
Senior Center
$
2,462.50
$
3,000.00
$
537.50
Parks
$
170.00
$
230.00
1 $
60.00
Sports Fields
$
340.00
$
67.50
1 $
272.50
Monthly Facility Revenue"
$
6,846.00
$
7,887.60
1 $
1,042.50
Month) Revenue
Senior Center
Is
2,707.50 1
$
2,496.00
$
211.50
Community Services
$
2,209.00
$
2,162.00
I $
47.00
La Quinta Resident Cards"*
$
1,080.00
$
1,575.00
$
(495.00
Fitness Cards
$
400.00
$
80.00
1 $
320.00
Total Revenue
$
6,396.50
$
6,313.00
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Facility Revenue
$
6,845.00
$
7,887.50
$
1,042.50
Senior Center
$
2,707.50
$
2,496.00
$
211.50
Community Services
$
2,209.00
$
2,162.00
$
47.00
La Quinta Resident Cards
$
1,080.00
$
1,575.00
$
495.00
Fitness Canis
$
400.00
$
80.00
$
320.00
Total Revenue to Date
$
13,241.50
$
14,200.50
$
(959.00
Facility revenue decreased due to the closure of the Senior Center in August for
renovation and due to the discontinued rental of the Library MPR after August 31.
" Resident cards went to a 3-year membership via City Council's decision as of
January 2008. Therefore, revenue this year decreased due to less renewals.
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Senior Center Attendance
Senior Center Program Report for July 2007
artrcrpa ion
articr a ion
—Variance
Mee m s
Meetings
02666
200
Senior Activities
ACBL Bride
100
154
-54
2
4
Bridge, Duplicate/Social/Party
301
178
123
14
14
Monthly Birthday Party
21
24
-3
1
Monthly Luncheon
65
59
6
1
1
Movie Time
29
46
-171
4
5
Senior Activity Total
516
461
551
21
25
Senior Leisure Classes
Ballroom Dance
14
0
14
4
0
Computer Classes
25
3
22
8
1
Exercise
24
31
-7
10
12
Jewelry Making
2
1
1
2
2
Pilates
4
11
-7
7
4
Quilting
15
21
-6
4
4
Tai Chi
21
-21
4
Ukulele Players
23
0
231
4
0
Senior Leisure Classes Total
107
66
191
39
27
TOTAL SENIOR PROGRAMS
623
549
74
60
52
Senior Services
Arthritis Foundation - Tai Chi Arthritis
44
0
44
3
0
CAP Cool Center Program
35
20
15
20
21
Eisenhower Med Ctr - Memory Screen
5
0
5
1
0
FIND Food Distribution
51
166
-115
1
4
HICAP
3
0
3
1
0
Homeowners/Renters Assistance
17
14
3
4
5
I.I.D. Energy Assistance/No fee
162
90
72
19
8
Legal Consultation
6
4
2
1
1
LIHEAP & EAP
17
0
17
1
1
Volunteers
20
22
-2
n/a
n/a
TOTAL SENIOR SERVICES
3601
316
-20
27
40
SENIOR CENTER TOTAL
9831
67
92
C:R�
2007
2006
Variance
Volunteer Hours
Senior Center
260
266
-6
Volunteer Total:
260
266
-6
Revenue
Senior Center Revenue
$2,707.50
$2,496.00
$211.50
Revenue Total:
$2,707.50
$2,496.00
$211.50
Jun-07
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Parks Items of Interest
For July 2007
La Quinta Park was vandalized. Four light bollards were repaired and two
playground spring rockers were replaced due to excessive damage. It is not
known if the two damaged areas were done by the same individuals. The La
Quinta Police have been advised of the incident.
PRZ released a report to City staff regarding the evaluation of La Quinta
Park. PRZ is a sports field management consulting company that was asked
to evaluate and make recommendations for the La Quinta Park. The report
identifies wear as being our biggest problem. The wear is unable to recover
because of the peak use during the period when the turf is in winter
dormancy. Staff is working with the sports associations to divert some play
to Desert Sands Unified School District fields. Staff is also tracking the
tasks and hours of the park maintenance contractor as well as finding costs
for slit seeding and fertigation.
Staff met with the contractor who will be installing the shade structure over
the La Quinta Park playground. The area was re -measured for accuracy and
compliance with safety recommendations. The shade structure is scheduled
to be installed the week of September, 10, 2007.
The Air Motion art piece has been restored. The artwork received some
damage from being in storage in the City Maintenance Yard for several
years. Once the repairs were made, the Air Motion piece was installed at
its' new location in the renovated roundabout in Old Town.
The Civic Center Campus was vandalized. Several light features were
broken as well as graffiti markings throughout the park. These areas were
cleaned and repaired and a report was made by the La Quinta Police
Department.
A small slide was vandalized at Seasons Park. The damage was extensive
so the slide needed to be removed. Due to the age of the playground, the
manufacturer no longer makes a replacement slide. A ladder feature was
ordered as a replacement. The large slide in the playground is still in use.
The art features for the Library bus stop has been completed. The landscape
around the bus stop will be enhanced for appearance and maintenance.
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The berm at the Fred Wolff Bear Creek Nature Preserve has been removed
and chemically stabilized for PM10 control. Staff will be presenting a report
for a split rail fence at the September 18, 2007 City Council Meeting. The
fence is part of the Mater Plan to create and preserve the natural park site.
Three new signs were installed at the Fred Wolff Bear Creek Nature
Preserve. These signs identify the 19 acres as being a nature preserve and
not vacant lands.
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COMMISSIONER ITEM: 1
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSIONERS MEETINGS & WORK PLAN TASK EVENTS
FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008 ATTENDANCE
Date of Appointment
Term Expires
Andrea Gassman
7/1/2007
6/30/2009
E. Howard Long
6/6/2006
6/30/2008
Bob Leidner
7/1/2007
6/30/2009
Robert Sylk
6/6/2006
6/30/2008
Mark Weber
1/18/2005
6/30/2008
July 9, 2007
Present
Present
Present
Present
Present
Patriot's Luncheon
Pa eant of the Masters
Sizzlin' Summer Dance
Open Air Cinema
Beach Train Excursion
Present
Present
Open Air Cinema
Park Management/Maintenance
Au ust-07
San Diego Padres Excursion
National Night Out
Open Air Cinema
Open Air Cinema
Back to School Luncheon
September 10, 2007
Welcome Back Dance
Fiesta Luncheon
Af odones Excursion
October 8, 2007
Harvest Ball Dance
Leisure Hike
Stargazing
Oktoberfest Luncheon
Getty Museum Excursion
Health Fair
Halloween Carnival
Do-o-Ween
November 19, 2007
Field Trip
December 10, 2007
Field Trip
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