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2008 02 23 CSC Minutes Special Meeting COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES February 23. 2008 CALL TO ORDER A special meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to order at 9:05 a.m. by Vice-Chairperson Leidner. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Commissioner Sheldon Brodsky Commissioner Andrea Gassman Vice-Chairperson Bob Leidner Commissioner E. Howard Long Commissioner Dori Quill Commissioner Robert F. Sylk Chairperson Mark Weber STAFF PRESENT: Edie Hylton, Community Services Director Steve Howlett, Golf & Parks Manager Angela Guereque, Senior Secretary PUBLIC COMMENT None. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Motion - It was moved by Vice-Chairperson Leidner and seconded by Commissioner Long to confirm the agenda. Motion carried unanimously. STUDY SESSION: 1. ART & PARKS TOUR FOR THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION The Art & Parks Tour began at the entrance to City Hall then proceeded to the following locations: Civic Center Campus Commissioner Quill suggested a picnic table be placed near the Library and a dog bag dispenser by the Senior Center. Director Hylton suggested putting one on the concrete area on the east site of the Library. Chairperson Weber asked about the tiles around the emergency generator room. Director Hylton stated that the La Quinta Arts Foundation approached the City for placement of these contributor tiles in this location. There were no comments on the following art pieces: Spirit of La Quinta; Bronze Relief Map; Animal Tracks; and the Sun and Moonbeam. Acknowledgement Areas. Commissioner Long noted that there was a missing piece on the Art Acknowledgment Area. Director Hylton stated that there was a quail there that was taken down due to vandalism and the bronze setter is looking for that piece. Commissioner Gassman suggested opening up a new project to get suggestions for a new piece. Native American Theme Mosaics. walkways around these mosaics to polymer sealant for these mosaics. Commissioner Sylk suggested diverting the protect them. Staff suggested looking into a Dedication Courage and Honor. Graffiti noted and called into Public Works for removal. Horses Running Free (Desert Club & Calle Tampico) Bear Creek Trail Fred Wolff Nature Preserve Chairperson Weber asked how the new fencing was holding up with graffiti. Mr. Howlett stated that there has not been any graffiti so far and that the fence can be power sanded, if necessary, to remove any graffiti. The gray color blends into the area well. Cove Oasis Mr. Howlett stated that there is minimal lighting on 3 or 4 trees at night. Chairperson Weber asked if the City allows vehicle access in this area. Mr. Howlett stated that vehicle access is only allowed for rentals to load and unload. Commissioner Quill suggested another dog bag dispenser be placed in this area. Fish Trap. Director Hylton stated that this piece is a priority for improvements. Velasco Park Mr. Howlett stated that this pocket park is considered water efficient by the Coachella Valley Water District. Eisenhower Park Mr. Howlett noted that there are 2 picnic tables at this park. Mr. Howlett stated that this park will be part of a future improvement project with CVWD to promote water efficiency. Fritz Burns Park Chairperson Weber suggested signage on the outside of the rest rooms and pressure washing the insides of the restrooms. Commissioner Quill asked if there would be any pool improvements. Director Hylton stated that staff would like to aqua fitness classes being held there. Graffiti on pool canopy noted. Chairperson Weber stated that the grass looks really good. Mr. Howlett noted that the wood walkway cover is rotting and this is a maintenance issue in progress. Chairperson Weber stated that the light fixture cover needs to be replaced as soon as possible due to exposed wires. The City's contracted electrician was contacted at that time to fix the light as soon as possible. Dances with Landscape Mosaics. Pieces worn and faded. Staff will look into a polymer sealant for these mosaics. In-Between Earth and Sky Spray Towers. Commissioner Quill suggested a similar spray tower be placed at La Quinta Park. There were no comments on the following art pieces: Gateway to the Desert and the Arch Sculpture. Sports Complex Director Hylton stated that 1,500 to 1,600 kids use this park and it needs major renovation. This is the next big project coming up. The Desert Sands Unified School District Measure K funding is planned for use on this project. Chairperson Weber suggested scaling the project to fit funding issues if needed. Mr, Howlett stated that the City maintains the grass and the Desert Sands Unified School District manages the irrigation. There will be a presentation to the Commission by Community Works for this rehabilitation project in the near future. 4 Saguaro Park Mr. Howlett noted that this is also a water efficient neighborhood park. "Don" at Rancho La Quinta Desert Dolmen La Quinta Court Fountains Noted that one of the fountains is not operating. Bus Stop Shelters Bus Stop Shelter and Desert Scene Mural at La Quinta Car Wash Noted that the bus stop shelter panel was removed and placed at the maintenance yard due to vandalism. Staff will follow up on this item. La Quinta High School Mascot Mural La Quinta Park Chairperson Weber suggested a public safety parking spot. Director Hylton stated that the Public Works Department is supposed to be taking care of that. Commissioner Quill stated that there is no lighting near the shade structures. Director Hylton suggested putting 2 or 3 down lights at various locations. Chairperson Weber suggested a solar structure. Commissioner Quill noted that there is not enough shade areas or benches near the skate park. Mr. Howlett stated that the benches were pulled out due to vandalism. Commissioner Quill noted there was no drinking fountain at the restrooms. Commissioner Quill suggested a comfort spray station similar to the one at Fritz Burns Park. Desert Pride Park Mr. Howlett noted that this park serves local residents and is a easily maintained park. Chairperson Weber suggested a dog drinking fountain. Centre Point Park Director Hylton stated that staff is currently sending out park naming forms to residents within 500 feet for this park. Director Hylton stated that parking is a problem at this location. Commissioner Long suggested posting signs on the outside of the dog parks for small and large animals. Adams Park Mr. Howlett stated that curbing and DG have been added here with more coming next year. Chairperson Weber suggested relocating the utility box or moving the trail around it. Director Hylton stated that the rubber flooring under the water feature will be torn out and replaced. Chairperson Weber suggested Frisbee golf for this location. Monticello Park Chairperson Weber suggested Frisbee golf for this location. Commissioner Gassman suggested a shade structure be placed over the playground. Commissioner Quill suggested a picnic table be added. Jefferson Street Entrance Monument ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Commissioner Gassman and seconded by Vice-Chairperson Leidner to adjourn the Community Services Commission meeting at 11 :53 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. NEXT MEETING INFORMATION: A Regular Meeting of the Community Services Commission to be held on March 10, 2008 commencing at 5:30 p.m. in the Study Session Room, 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253. Angel Guereque Community Services Senior Secretary