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2009 09 14 CSC�tl'ULrc F F`y oF'I11E0 COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION AGENDA CITY HALL STUDY SESSION ROOM 78-495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, CA 92253 Regular Meeting Monday, September 14, 2009 - 5:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call PUBLIC COMMENT At this time, members of the public may address the Commission on any matter not listed on the agenda. Please complete a Request to Speak form and limit your comments to three minutes. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA PRESENTATIONS — None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. July 13, 2009 Minutes CONSENT CALENDAR — None. NOTE: Consent Calendar items are considered to be routine in nature and will be approved by one motion. BUSINESS SESSION 1. Consideration of Commission Meeting Dates 2. Consideration of Artist Appreciation Day Program 3. Consideration of the 2009-2010 Community Services Marketing Plan 4. Consideration of Art Maintenance Priorities STUDY SESSION — None. Community Services Commission Agenda DEPARTMENT REPORTS 1. Monthly Department Report for July and August 2009 2. Park Improvements for Fiscal Year 2009-2010 COMMISSIONER ITEMS 1. Report from Commissioners Regarding Meetings Attended 2. Calendar of Monthly Events PUBLIC HEARING — None. ADJOURNMENT A Regular meeting of the Community Services Commission will be held on October 12, 2009, commencing at 5:30 p.m. at the La Quinta Study Session Room, 78- 495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253. PUBLIC NOTICES The La Quinta Study Session Room is handicapped accessible. If special equipment is needed for the hearing impaired, please call the Community Services Department at 777-7156, twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the meeting and accommodations will be made. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Community Services Commission regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk counter at City Hall located at 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253, during normal business hours. Community Services Commission Agenda 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1 COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MINUTES July 13, 2009 CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to order at 5:32 pm by Chairperson Leidner. Commissioner Biegel led the Pledge of Allegiance. PRESENT: Commissioners Biegel, Brodsky, Lawrence, Spirtos Chairperson Leidner ABSENT: Commissioners Darroch and Fitzpatrick STAFF PRESENT: Edie Hylton, Community Services Director; Steve Howlett, Golf & Parks Manager; and Angela Guereque, Senior Secretary Chairperson Leidner welcomed Commissioner Lawrence to the Commission. PUBLIC COMMENT None. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA Motion - It was moved by Commissioners Biegel/Spirtos to confirm the agenda. Motion carried unanimously. PRESENTATIONS Presentation by Len Kapner and William Schinsky of ArtsOasis. ArtsOasis is a 501(c)3 non profit working under the Coachella Valley Arts Alliance, dedicated to developing the creative economy of the California Desert region. ArtsOasis believes that, properly developed, our region's multidisciplinary creative enterprises will serve to diversify and strengthen our overall economy. ArtsOasis believe our region's creative sector is uniquely positioned to boost our economy through establishment and growth of smaller businesses; increased tourism, both cultural and vacation; talent development and retention; and higher visibility on the national and global stage. .A formal leadership council of arts administrators and 3 Community Services Commission Minutes July 13, 2009 -2- creative professionals has been recruited and are working to articulate its mission and develop its programs. ArtsOasis plans to help build our creative economy through four interlocked partnership projects: PROMOTE: develop and promote a web -based information resource that speaks with a coherent voice to promote creative enterprises, events and individuals locally, regionally, nationally and internationally, through traditional and new media. NETWORK: present periodic community events that bring together members of the creative economy for educational, networking and planning opportunities. ADVOCATE: with professional guidance, begin to implement the above and advocate public and private policies that encourage the growth of our creative economy. Classical KUSC-FM has provided initial funding for ArtsOasis. ArtsOasis seeks additional support from stakeholders who recognize, support and are likely to benefit from the long-range economic potential we have identified. Commissioner Spirtos asked what the ArtsOasis was looking for from the Commission. Mr. Kapner stated they were looking for advocacy and financial support. Director Hylton stated staff would send them a grant application for the next quarter. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of June 8, 2009 Minutes Motion — It was moved by Commissioners Brodsky/Spirtos to approve the minutes as submitted. Motion carried unanimously. CONSENT CALENDAR - None. PUBLIC HEARING - None. BUSINESS ITEMS 1. Election of Chairperson Director Hylton presented the staff report. Commissioner Brodsky nominated Commissioner Spirtos. n Community Services Commission Minutes July 13, 2009 -3- Motion — It was moved by Commissioners Brodsky/Leidner to elect Commissioner Spirtos as Chairperson for the Community Services Commission. Motion carried unanimously. 2. Election of Vice Chairperson Director Hylton presented the staff report. Commissioner Spirtos nominated Commissioner Biegel. Motion — It was moved by Commissioners Leidner/Spirtos to elect Commissioner Biegel as Vice Chairperson for the Community Services Commission. Motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Leidner turned the meeting over to Chairperson Spirtos. 3. Consideration of Art in Public Places Projects by the Stone Foundation Director Hylton presented the staff report. Roger Hopkins was present from the Stone Foundation. Mr. Hopkins presented two stonework proposals for Art in Public Places: one at the Civic Center Campus and the other at the top of the cove. Mr. Hopkins stated the Stone Foundation is based out of New Mexico and has approximately 800 members. The Foundation is expecting approximately 150 to attend a conference which may be held in La Quinta. The proposal submitted is negotiable. Commissioner Biegel stated that the Commission did not seek this proposal and since development is at a stand still the City is not receiving any additional APP fees from developers at this time. She stated it would be nice to see some art projects at SilverRock Resort and in North La Quinta. Commissioner Brodsky noted that the Foundation is asking the Commission to spend more than half of the APP balance on one project. He asked Mr. Hopkins if this project would be a non profit project. Mr. Hopkins stated that this project is not profit oriented. The Foundation is trying to defray the costs of fees for the conference. Chairperson Spirtos stated that this was an interesting art project, but the City can not use APP funds to offset conference costs for entrants. Motion — It was moved by Commissioners Biegel/Brodsky to not recommend the Artful Wall(s) or the Cerro Lagardo and do not appropriate any Art in Public Places funds for the project. Motion carried unanimously. 19 Community Services Commission Minutes July 13, 2009 -4- 4. Consideration of a Glass Tile Mural at Plaza Calle Tampico Director Hylton presented the staff report. Larry Cush presented the glass tile mural proposal to the Commission. Mr. Cush stated that the glass will be '/4" thick and will be done in sectional glass. Commissioner Lawrence asked how the mural could be secured from vandalism. Mr. Cush stated that the glass could be broken but they are repairable and can be replaced. Commissioner Biegel asked about lighting the mural. Mr. Cush stated that the developer is looking into lighting the mural from the top of the portal. Chairperson Spirtos asked who owns the replacement pattern in case any pieces are broken. Mr. Cush stated the pattern can be archived with notes and colors for future use. Motion — It was moved by Commissioners Biegel/Brodsky to recommend the purchase of the glass tile mural at Plaza Calle Tampico for $10,000 using APP funds. Motion carried unanimously. STUDY SESSION — None. DEPARTMENT REPORTS 1. Monthly Department Report for June 2009 COMMISSIONER ITEMS 1. Report from Commissioners Regarding Meetings Attended. 2. Calendar of Monthly Events PUBLIC HEARING — None. OPEN DISCUSSION Chairperson Spirtos suggested commission members attend other board and commission meetings. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Commissioners Brodsky/Lawrence to adjourn the Community Services Commission meeting at 7:12 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Community Services Commission Minutes -5- July 13, 2009 ii14:Sa&1*1il0[tiff kT- : u e A Regular Meeting of the Community Services Commission to be held on September 14, 2009 commencing at 5:30 p.m. in the City of La Quinta Study Session Room, 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253. Submitted by: yr 1 Angela Guereque� Community Services Senior Secretary 7 T4&t 4 4a QKiKrfv AGENDA CATEGORY: BUSINESS SESSION: I COMMISSION MEETING DATE: September 14, 2009 CONSENT CALENDAR: ITEM TITLE: Consideration of Commission Meeting Dates STUDY SESSION: PUBLIC HEARING: RECOMMENDATION: As deemed appropriate by the Community Services Commission. FISCAL IMPLICATIONS: None. WORK PLAN TASK ASSIGNMENT: Commission Meeting dates. BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW: The proposed Community Services Commission dates are as follows: October 12, 2009 November 9, 2009 December 14, 2009 January 11, 2010 February 8, 2010 March 8, 2010 April 12, 2010 May 10, 2010 June 14, 2010 July 12, 2010 August 9, 2010 September 13, 2010 0 S:\Community Services\CS Commission\CSC Meetings\2009\09-14-09\B1 - Commission Meeting Dates.doc TERNATIVES: The alternatives available to the Commission are: 1. Approve the Community Services Commission meeting dates; or 2. Do not approve the Community Services Commission meeting dates; or 3. Provide staff with alternate direction. Respectfully submitted, Edie Hylton Community Services Director S:\Community Services\CS Commission\CSC Meetings\2009\09-14-09\B1 - Commission Meeting Dates.doc 9 T4t!t 4 e(P Qum& AGENDA CATEGORY: BUSINESS SESSION: 2 COMMISSION MEETING DATE: September 14, 2009 CONSENT CALENDAR: STUDY SESSION: _ ITEM TITLE: Consideration of Artist Appreciation Day Program PUBLIC HEARING: RECOMMENDATION: As deemed appropriate by the Community Services Commission. IR191t1 V ky,I»[aeAiG: None. WORK PLAN TASK: Liaison to the Community. BACKGROUND: The Community Services Department is requesting the assistance of two Commissioners to assist staff in the upcoming Artist Appreciation Day Program. Staff requests support in organizing the event which will take place on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 from 10:00-1 1:30 a.m. at La Quinta High School. Staff would also like to request the assistance of one member from the La Quinta Arts Foundation for this event to help acquire artists. The Artist Appreciation Day Program was last presented to La Quinta High School art students in October 2008. This program consists of four or five local artists volunteering their time to speak to high school art students about their work. Each presentation is approximately 15 minutes and artists may provide examples of their work and welcome questions from students. 10 ALTERNATIVES: The alternatives available to the Commission include: 1. Assign two Commissioners to participate in the Artist Appreciation Day Program; or 2. Do not assign two Commissioners to participate in the Artist Appreciation Day Program; or 3. Provide staff with alternate direction. Respectfully submitted, Edie Hylton Community Services Director 11 `ter 4 1wQ" COMMISSION MEETING DATE: September 14, 2009 AGENDA CATEGORY: BUSINESS SESSION: 3 CONSENT CALENDAR: ITEM TITLE: Consideration of the 2009-2010 Community STUDY SESSION: Services Marketing Plan PUBLIC HEARING: DATION: As deemed appropriate by the Community Services Commission. BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW: The Community Services 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 2007-2008 and 2008- 2009 attendance figures (Attachment 2). This plan also is aligned and coordinated with the Economic Development Marketing and Promotions Plan approved by City Council. This year's plan addresses the recommendations and action items in the Community Services Master Plan to increase marketing efforts. This marketing plan seeks to reach more residents through a variety of print, web, public relations and promotion methods. The key elements of this plan are included in the 2009- 2010 budget approved by City Council on July 7, 2009. New promotion methods that staff has implemented include: Facebook — This social networking membership website connects the Community Services Department directly with other members who include citizens, businesses, and other agencies. This site allows the Department to post event listings, event photo albums, discussion items, status updates, and program reminders and updates. There are currently 155 fans of the page (Attachment 3). S:\Community Services\CS Commission\CSC Meetings\2009\09-14-09\B3 - Marketing Plan 09-10.doc 12 Event Calendar Websites - These websites are viewed by thousands of people per day and allow users the ability to add the event information directly to their computer calendar, confirm attendance, ask questions, leave comments, and add our event "widgets" to their own websites. • www.eventful.com • upcoming.yahoo.com • www.zvents.com • www.kpsplocal2.com Survey Monkey — This survey based website allows the department to create surveys for general information or very specific programs. The users follow a link posted on the department webpage and can simply point -and -click the survey answers — then submit them to us electronically. Currently there are 62 results submitted. WebTrac Tutorial Video — Staff has created and embedded a video that walks the online user through the WebTrac registration process step-by-step. The video was placed on the WebTrac login instructions page of the City website so users would have to scroll passed it in order to login to the system. Currently there are 72 video views. Expanded Registration & Payment Protocol — During the months of June through August 2009, the Recreation Coordinator's hours were adjusted to work afternoons and evenings on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. This schedule permitted staff to take on -site class registrations at the Senior Center and meet with potential facility renters after the normal operating hours. LQ Active — The Senior Center recently re -designed their newsletter to include a more streamlined, photo -friendly look. Entitled "LQ Active," the newsletter contains information on programs and activities for active older adults. Along with a new design also came a new distribution method. The newsletter is available in print and also as a pdf, which can be uploaded to the City website and emailed to a mailing list. Pre -determined Press Release Schedule — Staff has compiled a list of events and activities through March 2010 that has been submitted to Furino Greene for press releases. This list gives both City staff and Furino Greene staff a strategic, workable timeline to get information out to the news media in a preset, timely manner. S:\Community Services\CS Commission\CSC Meetings\2009\09-14-09\B3 - Marketing Plan 09-10.doc 13 "Hot" & "Cold" Activities Guide — In order to reduce costs of production and mailing of the activities guide, staff eliminated one issue per year. The new format will include two guides themed to the "Hot" and "Cold" seasons. The Fall 2009/Winter 2010 guide is the first example of this format. The "Cold" guide advertises programs from September 2009 through February 2010. The "Hot" guide will include the remainder months of March 2010 through August 2010. By reducing one guide per year the cost savings is approximately $20,000 in print and postage. ALTERNATIVES: The alternatives available to the Commission are: 1. Approve the 2009-2010 Community Services Marketing Plan; or 2. Do not approve the 2009-2010 Community Services Marketing Plan; or 3. Provide staff with alternate direction. ly submitted, Edie Hylton Community Services Director Attachments: 1. Community Services Marketing Plan 2. Attendance Figures 3.Facebook Page S:\Community Services\CS Commission\CSC Meetings\2009\09-14-09\B3 - Marketing Plan 09-10.doc 14 -- GEM oftl¢ DESERT — 1 PSI .� ` •�s r.f�j r / r COMMUNITY SERVICES IM.,rr I,<rtir�� ; P�I.ir11 21OIOT9-2010, 15 City of La Quinta Community Services Marketing Plan OUR MISSION "We facilitate active lifestyles through quality recreational and park opportunities." For the third year the Community Services Department has implemented a comprehensive marketing plan with the goal to promote active lifestyles through quality recreational and cultural opportunities. The Community Services Marketing Plan contains a complete listing of Print, Web, and other media used to promote activities, as well as specific objectives and the marketing efforts this Department plans to undertake during the 2009-2010 Fiscal Year. The plan sets out to accomplish a direct and indirect communication with residents; keep them informed of important City news and programs; and promote activities and special events, which enhances the quality of life in La Quinta. New to the plan this year is a listing of press releases of events that require extra emphasis including Community Services events, Museum events, Library events, and La Quinta Senior Center events. 16 DELIVERY SYSTEMS 17 Currently the Community Services Department uses the following advertising delivery systems: PRINT MEDIA ❖ The Gem - A monthly publication from the La Quinta Chamber of Commerce featuring the "La Quinta City Scene," including news and information directly from the city of La Quinta. o Circulated to all households via United States Postal Service. o Seif-serve racks placed in community buildings and other areas. o A publication of the La Quinta Chamber of Commerce / www.lachamber.com. ❖ La Quinta Sun - This weekly, full -color newspaper is a product of the Desert Sun and focuses on the City of La Quinta. o Circulated to all households via delivery drivers. o Self -serve racks placed in community buildings and other areas. o A publication of The Desert Sun / www.mvdesert.com/laciuinta. La Quinta City Report - A quarterly publication with news and information on exciting city projects, events, and programs. o Circulated to all households via United States Postal Service. o Self -serve racks placed in community buildings. o A publication of the City of La Quinta / www.la-auinta.or ❖ City of La Quinta Calendar - The City of La Quinta produces an elegant City Calendar every year which is mailed to residents as a special gift each November. The calendars are created with a different theme each year that captures the charm, beauty, and uniqueness for which La Quinta is known. o Circulated to all households via United States Postal Service. o Self -serve racks placed in community buildings. o A publication of the City of La Quinta / www.la-auinta.or m ❖ La Quinta Activities Guide - This bi-annual publication contains information on classes, programs, events, excursions, facilities, parks, golf and other City interests. o Circulated to all households via United States Postal Service. o Self -serve racks placed in community buildings. o A publication of the City of La Quinta / www.la-auinta.org. ❖ LQ Active Newsletter - A monthly newsletter produced by the Senior Center that has information on free seminars, classes, special events, movie times, and listing of all the dates and times for classes beginning that month. o Self -serve racks at La Quinta Senior Center. o Now available online and emailed to user list o A publication of the City of La Quinta / www.la-ciuinta.org. ❖ Maps -The City of La Quinta offers three stylized, full color maps. The first is a bicycle map outlining the approved bike routes along city streets. It includes a list of rest stops with shade, benches, and drinking fountains. The second map is for the Art in Public Places. A new trails map for the Top of the Cove was developed recently to show trail directions and information about desert hiking. Maps are available for free at City Hall and local hotels. o A publication of the City of La Quinta / www.la-auinta.org. ❖ Banners - The City of La Quinta uses a series of light pole banners to promote the "SHOP, DINE and PLAY" lifestyle of La Quinta. o Over 160 banner locations. o New light poles with banners have been installed at Fritz Burns Park, La Quinta Park, and Adams Park for additional promotions. o A publication of the City of La Quinta / www.la-auinta.org. •:• Promotional Items - The City of La Quinta is very active in marketing programs and utilizes promotional items to spread the word. The 19 Department's focus remained on Fitness and Wellness programming, so the promotional items were selected to promote "a healthier La Quints." Items like: Water Bottles, Frisbees, and Soft Balls are given away to encourage play and outside activity. o Over 8,000 giveaway items. o Items imprinted with City of La Quinta logo, "a healthier La Quinta" slogan and City's website address. o A product of the City of La Quinta / www.la-quinta.ore ❖ Flyers - The City of La Quinta has created four templates for creating flyers. Flyers are created for the following categories: Active Programs, Education, Events, and Excursions. Each template has a different color header which makes it is easy to recognize as a City of La Quinta program. o Self -serve racks placed in community buildings. o A publication of the City of La Quinta / www.la-auinta.orE. WEB MEDIA ❖ City of La Quinta Website - The City of La Quinta website was re -designed in 2006 to showcase the creativity and class of La Quinta. The Community Services Department page has all of its activities listed in calendar format, news articles, and as a listing with a direct web registration link. Links to Programs, Facilities, Parks, Golf, Events, Excursions, Library, Museum, and Senior Center provide users with the right information in just a few clicks. Users have the ability to view the City's parks, add comments and ratings for each one, as well as download important documents, flyers, and pictures from the City. o www.la-auinta.or ❖ Event Calendar Websites - These websites are viewed by thousands of people per day and allow users the ability to add the event information directly to their computer calendar, confirm attendance, ask questions, leave comments, and add our event "widgets" to their own websites. 20 o www.eventful.com o upcoming.yahoo.com o www.zvents.com o www.ki)solocal2.com ❖ Facebook - This social networking membership website connects the Community Services Department directly with other members who include citizens, businesses, and other agencies. This site allows the Department to post event listings, event photo albums, discussion items, status updates, and program reminders and updates. o www.facebook.com ❖ Survey Monkey - This survey based website allows the Department to create surveys for general information or very specific programs. The users follow a link posted on the Department webpage and can simply point -and -click the survey answers - then submit them to us electronically. o www.surveymonkey.com ❖ "Quail Mail" - This feature of the City's website allows users to subscribe to the calendar and news listings. Once subscribed, users will receive email updates from the City when new calendar and news items are posted. o www.la-ciuinta.orrs ❖ Mydesert.com - The City of La Quinta has its own page on The Desert Sun's website. Users can leave comments, pictures, videos, blogs and other creative ways to communicate with each other. o www.mydesert.com/lacluinta LaQuintaCove.org - This website is maintained by the La Quinta Cove Association - a neighborhood group that advocates for the largest neighborhood in the City of La Quinta. Users can post news articles, promote 21 events and other programs, post pictures and video, and blog about happenings in the community. o www.laauintacove.org ❖ Email blasts - The Community Services Department maintains a large email database and sends out an email blast monthly to promote upcoming events and programs. For a more targeted marketing approach, the City collaborates with many non-profit service providers and their email databases to promote activities. o Non -Profit Service Providers include: • La Quinta Boys and Girls Club • La Quinta Chamber of Commerce • La Quinta Arts Foundation • La Quinta Historical Society • YMCA of the Desert • La Quinta Cove Association • Friends of the Library PAST COMMISSION SUGGESTIONS ❖ Promotional Items - Should be tied into healthy families and healthy kids in the future. ❖ Flyers - Should be placed at Automobile Club, seasonal rental offices, local coffee shops, and Old Town businesses. News Media - Promotions should be sent to local television and radio for both the English and Spanish speaking markets. Requests should be made for featured television programs (i.e. Eye on the Desert, etc.). ❖ Banners - Should be placed at approved locations to promote events (i.e. Trails Day, Community Picnic, Open Air Cinema, etc.). ❖ Word of Mouth - Speak to past program users to identify new ways to effectively promote within targeted markets. 22 OBJECTIVES BY DIVISION 23 RECREATION PROGRAMS I SPECIAL EVENTS I EXCURSIONS ❖ Continue providing information by updating and adding new content to our delivery systems regularly, highlighting new classes and programs, and include facility locations, maps and other information needed for increased user participation. ❖ Work toward an annual program cancellation rate of 25% or less by actively promoting class participation using a combination of the delivery systems. (2008-2009 cancellation rate was 36%) ❖ Promote the new $29 SUPER SAVER Excursions using the above delivery systems. ❖ Encourage contract instructors to actively promote their classes to increase user participation and increase revenue. ❖ Identify new programming opportunities through City partners, surveys, and user feedback. Coordinate with City partners to promote activities and programs through word of mouth and targeted marketing mailing lists. •:• Continue to send out monthly e-mail blast newsletter to all households in the RecTrac/WebTrac database. Place special event banners at selected locations to promote certain events such as Trails Day, Holiday Events, Youth Festival, Community Picnic and Birthday Party, and Open Air Cinemas. Banners will also be used by service providers such as the Desert YMCA to promote other youth programs and services. ❖ Increase Summer Golf Tour participation and retain Adult Soccer League participation by mailing out flyers to invite past participants. Promote new sports programs including basketball and kickball leagues, sand volleyball and Frisbee tournaments. PZI PARKS Maintain the Facilities and Rentals sub -section on the City website to include a listing of all facilities and parks, photos, their amenities, and provide information on-line to check facility availability for rentals. ❖ Utilize the Kaboom website to review, rate and comment on City parks. Submitted comment and rate information can be used to align park maintenance with objectives listed in the Community Services Master Plan. • Update Activities Guide and include information of park locations, amenities, and rental information. Coordinate with La Quinta Chamber of Commerce to update the Chamber's City map to include the locations of all City parks. ❖ Identify new opportunities to promote City parks using the department's extensive delivery systems. ❖ Distribute Facility Rental brochures to local non-profit agencies and schools for use of the parks. Develop a new parks map indentifying the City park locations and the amenities. ❖ Consider adding new park signs at neighborhood and mini park locations. FACILITY RENTALS ❖ Update the Facilities and Rentals sub -section on the City website to include a listing of all facilities and parks, photos, their amenities, and provide information on-line to check facility availability. 25 Continue to market facility rentals by advertising in print media such as The GEM, the La Quinta Sun, and the La Quinta Activities Guide; also market via web media such as City website, La Quinta Cove website, and monthly department email blasts. Distribute the facility rental brochure at City facilities and to non -profits that submit for City grant proposals. ❖ Utilize the listing of local non-profit agencies and distribute facility rental information via email or postal mail. SENIOR CENTER ❖ Continue to provide seniors information on the City of La Quinta website by updating and adding new content regularly, highlighting new classes, programs and special events and provide important social service information. Educate seniors about the website and provide instruction needed for increased online enrollment. Reduce annual program cancellation rate by 5% by actively promoting class participation using a combination of the delivery systems. (2008-2009 cancellation rate was 25%) ❖ Continue to encourage contract instructors to actively promote their classes/programs to increase participation and revenue. ❖ Continue to actively distribute marketing materials through the department's delivery systems to include the Senior Center newsletter (LQ Active), press releases, activity guides, media articles, websites, etc. •:• Post mail and email the LQ Active newsletter out to various agencies, media outlets, and senior participants which can also be accessed on the City of La Quinta website. •3 Identify new programming opportunities through City partners, surveys, and user feedback. 26 ❖ Coordinate with City partners and other valley Senior Centers to promote activities and programs through word of mouth and targeted marketing mailing lists. MUSEUM ❖ Expand programming and events at the Museum to encourage attendance. Current programs include a reading program, First Friday entertainment, lectures, and presentations in conjunction with the exhibits. •S Continue to actively distribute marketing materials through the department's delivery systems, including print media, radio, television, mailing lists, rack cards and promotional materials. The Museum will promote activities through the La Quinta Historical Society newsletter, La Quinta Arts Foundation, Cove Neighborhood Association, Chamber of Commerce, La Quinta Library, and other local museums. Promote the Cahuilla Indian and the Golf Exhibits with the La Quinta Arts Foundation and the La Quinta Historical Society utilizing the established delivery systems and their databases. Establish an outreach program with Desert Sands Unified School District to promote and educate school children about the resources available to them at the La Quinta Museum. LIBRARY ❖ Design and print a bookmark which includes the new expanded hours of operation. ❖ Participate in the City of La Quinta's Birthday Celebration in the park. 27 •S Hold a Dia de los Ninos & Dia Jos Libros / Day of the Child & Day of the Book family -focused event at the La Quinta Public Library. ❖ Promote the Evening with Friends Program offered monthly from October -May. Promote library events using the department's delivery system and promoting through the County Events web based calendar. •:• Encourage teachers to schedule a class visit for their students at the La Quinta Public Library. ❖ Instruct teachers at elementary schools on many ways the library databases can be used in the classroom. ❖ Promote summer activities for children that encourage library use and reading during the summer months. ❖ Promote the Library activities through the Chamber of Commerce. PRESS RELEASE SCHEDULE 29 PRESS RELEASE SCHEDULE Staff has determined that these events are in need of additional media attention. Press releases shall be created and sent out up to two -weeks prior to date of these events. Follow-up releases should be sent up to one -week prior to event date. EVENT DETAILS LQM I La Quinta Museum LQSC ( La Quinta Senior Center LQL I La Quinta Library LQCS I La Quinta Community Services July 10 Open Air Cinema - LQCS Madagascar 2 Old Town La Quinta 8pm -FREE Dinner and a Movie - redefined... Stop into one of the many restaurants in Old Town La Quinta and enjoy a nice dinner. Then, walk on over to the event lawn and enjoy a great family movie in this beautiful outdoor setting. No need to buy any tickets, these movies are FREE! So sit back, relax and enjoy your evening in La Quinta. 24 Exhibit - LQM Abraham Lincoln Exhibit Available during business hours Coinciding with the bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's birth, an exhibit will run from July 24th through November 30th. Items on display will include a limited edition lithograph set of portraits of Lincoln from the National Portrait Gallery, as well as a set of original merchant currency from the Civil War. August 4 National Night Out - LQCS La Quinta Boys & Girls Club Gym 5pm - FREE The City of La Quinta and President Gerald R. Ford Boys & Girls Club have partnered to bring the community "National Night Out." Bring the family out to enjoy carnival games, jump houses, music, and much more. 22 Excursion - LQCS Long Beach Tiki Festival Leaves from La Quinta Library 9am - $29 Can't make it to the Islands this year? NO WORRIES! We're bringing the islands to you! Spend the day with us in beautiful Belmont Shore, CA and enjoy an Island marketplace, tiki carving, Hawaiian food and shaved ice, hula dancers, traditional music and dancing, Kids Zone, and more! Moderate walking is involved on this trip. [CIO] September 11 Don Wildman Presentation - LQL Host of History Channel's "Cities of the Underworld" La Quinta Library Don Wildman, host of the History Channel's "Cities of the Underworld" will be at the La Quinta Library to share his experiences of traveling around the world and investigating the rich history of the world underground. 7-9pm. Reservations Required. October 9 Exhibit - LQM "Riding the Rails" Exhibit La Quinta Museum Available during business hours Details TBD 22 Annual Health Fair - LQSC La Quinta Senior Center 9am - FREE Various health information booths will be available. Flu immunizations will be provided at cost by Eisenhower Immediate Care; pre -registration and appointments are required. For more information please call 564-0096. 30 Halloween Carnival - LQCS La Quinta Boys & Girls Club Gym 3pm - FREE City of La Quinta and the President Gerald R. Ford Boys & Girls Club of La Quinta present the Annual Halloween Carnival. There will be plenty of games, activities, candy and prizes! Don't forget the camera! November 6 Exhibit - LQM Cahuilla Indians Exhibit La Quinta Museum Available during business hours Details TBD 11 Veterans Tribute- LQCS Civic Center Campus 1pm - FREE Join us this holiday at the La Quinta Civic Center to acknowledge veterans for their contribution to our country and community. We invite everyone to enjoy music and refreshments during this patriotic celebration! 12 An Evening with Friends - LQL La Quinta Library 6pm - FREE Celtic music provided by the Muses 13 La Quinta Senior Center's Dinner & Show La Quinta Senior Center 6pm -FREE Come dine with us and enjoy an evening of fun -filled entertainment. Instructors and students from various classes held at the Senior Center will showcase their talent for everyone to enjoy. Seating is limited so register early. Any interested participants who would like to perform, please contact staff at 564-0096. 31 21 La Quinta Trails Day - LQSC La Quinta Cove Trails 8am - FREE Join us as we celebrate the trails of La Quinta. Get out, get active and enjoy the natural resources that La Quinta has to offer. Events will take place next to the Bear Creek Trail on the corner of Avenida Madero and Calle Tecate. December 4 Arts & Crafts Bazaar - LQSC La Quinta Senior Center 5pm -FREE Homemade arts & craft products will be sold by independent vendors and students who take art classes at the Senior Center. All arts & crafts vendors are welcome. If interested please call 564-0096. Tree Lighting Event - LQCS La Quinta Civic Center 6pm -FREE Join us as we ring in the holiday season with the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Celebrate the season with a special visit from Santa, festive music, and activities for the children. 12 Breakfast with Santa - LQCS La Quinta Senior Center 9am - $5 Join Santa and his helpers at the Annual Pancake Breakfast. Santa will also be handing out gifts to those who are on his nice list! Don't forget the camera! 17 An Evening with Friends - LQL La Quinta Library 6pm - FREE A multi -cultural sing -along with Dan Crow 22 Exhibit - LQM Sweet Spot: The Art of Golf Design La Quinta Museum Available during business hours Opening in December, and timed with the Bob Hope Classic Tournament, the exhibit will showcase items and memorabilia from the competition's rich history. The art of hand making golf clubs will also be illustrated in a step by step process through various artifacts courtesy of renowned clubmaker Mario Cesano. 29 Build a Gingerbread City - LQL La Quinta Library 2pm -FREE We will turn plain brown boxes into a winter village using recycled materials. The completed city will be on display in the Library through January 19, 2010 - With the S.C.R.A.P. Gallery. January 2010 1 Pillars of the Community - LQCS La Quinta Civic Center 1pm - FREE Pleasejoin us as we honor the "Pillars of the Community' award recipients for 2010. Meet and greet the members of the community who have made a significant contribution to the development of the City of La Quinta. Light refreshments will be served. 32 8 Exhibit - LQM Sweet Spot: The Art of Golf Design La Quinta Museum Available during business hours Details TBD 15 Exhibit - LQM Salton Sea Exhibit La Quinta Museum Available during business hours Details TBD 21 An Evening with Friends - LQL La Quinta Library 6pm -FREE John Malcolm Penn and folk songs of the Coachella Valley February 8 Exhibit - LQM Quilt Exhibit La Quinta Museum Available during business hours Details TBD 21 An Evening with Friends - LQL La Quinta Library 6pm -FREE Sergio and Shirley with music of the Andes 20 Distinguished Artists - LQCS Civic Center Campus 3pm - FREE 27 Youth Festival - LQCS La Quinta Park 10am - FREE Calling all La Quinta youth... This event is for YOU! Live music, games, jump houses, skateboarding demos, food booths, guest speakers, and more... Hang out with us for the afternoon! March 20 Excursion - LQCS Algodones, Mexico Leaves from La Quinta Library 7:30am - $29 Details TBD 31 Fitness & Wellness Day La Quinta Senior Center 8am - FREE Details TBD Staff will provide an updated listing for April through June for additional press releases and public relations. 33 34 Date: Time: Cost: Ages: Location: Bring. e7m�' E 'v—T✓'f�..J'£ a `� � 4 -J ! al L 4 . _.. >� . is X'.•��i r !'3'COM 7 � TO' t krs\ Wit'; S 5"S J r '✓ ? 'V / {� w .IA � 5 �Jy .. .4 'Ter•''-+zy u t• For more information please visit www.la-quinta.org or call us at (760) 777-7090. 35 ®ate: Time: Cost: Ages: Location: Bring: a�Cv��Gi COMMUNMYSERWCES For more information please visit www.la-quinta.org or call us at (760) INSERT # HERE. CM ®ate: Time: Cost: Ages: Location: Bring: �v COMMUNTYSERWCES T'Ms For more information please visit www.la-quinta.org or call us at (760) INSERT # HERE. 37 Date: Time: Cost: Ages: Location: Bring: 4 1 � x ` COMMUNITYSERWCES Tor�\ For more information please visit www.la-quinta.org or call us at (760) 777-7090. RE AIMS%SurveyMonkey.com Logged In as Igps Loff og because knowledge is everything Home I Create Survey I My Surveys I Address Book I My Account You have a basic account. I To remove the limits of a basic account and get unlimited questions, upgrade now I survey title: Class Evaluation EdL=n 11:70 view Summary 1 . Browse Responses Filter Responses Crosstab Responses . g Download Responses_I I® Share Responses _ Need Help? design survey u collect responses u analyze results current report: Default Report Add Report Response summary Total Started Survey: 70 Total Completed Survey: 70 (100%) Page - Default Section 1. What program did you attend? Download Response Count Show replies 70 answered question 70 skipped question 0 2. Now did you hear about this program? Create Chart Download Response Response Percent Count Brochure C_] 41.2% 28 Newspaper 0 10.3% 7 Flyer ❑ 7.4% 5 Email 2.9% 2 Friend 16.2% 11 Show replies Other 0 22.1% 15 answered question 68 skipped question 2 3. Was the scheduled time for the program convenient? Create Chart Download 39 3. Was the scheduled time for the program convenlent? Create Chart Download Response Response Percent Count Yes 1 $9.6% 60 No ❑ 4.5% 3 Q Show replies Other ❑ 6.0% 4 answered question 67 skipped question 3 4. Did you feel the Instructor / Tour Host was knowledgeable? Create Chart Download Response Response Percent Count Yes �� --� 73.5% 50 No ❑ 7.4% 5 t Show replies Other 0 19.1% 13 answered question 68 skipped question 2 S. Did the Instructor 1 Tour Host meet the class objectives as Create Chan Download explained in the brochure? Response Response Percent Count No ❑ 4.5% 3 Yes 1 $6.6% 58 Show replies Other ❑ 9.0% 6 answeredquesdon 67 skipped question 3 6. Would you take this program or a similar program again? Create Chart Download Response Response answered question 68 skipped question 2 M 8. Would you take this program or a similar program again? Create Chart Percent Yes I 82A% No ❑ 4.4% Show replies Other 13.2% answered question skipped question Download Count 56 3 9 68 2 7. is there anything else we should know about the program? Download Response Count Hide replies 32 1. No Mon, Aug 31, 200910:53 AM Q Find... 2. More dance classes with Debra Mon, Aug 31, 200910:27 AM 0,�, Find... S. She became better as the class progressed. You Mon, Aug 3, 2009 1:17 PM `o Find... need instructors to give direction and know about the body let you know postural and correct procedures. This girl is capable but needs training and she would be good. 4. Tustin and John staffed the excursion and were Sat, Jul 18, 2009 6:44 PM find... wonderful. Aaron, the bus driver was very an exception driver. 5. incompendent Fri, Jul 10, 2009 9:58 AM 0% Find... 6. Daily exercise will be more beneficial Fri, Jul 10, 2009 9:22 AM "O Find... 7. Some of the stops could be shorter. Sat, Jul 4, 2009 7:48 AM C� Find... We didnY care too much for the Thornton winery. Good time altogether though, we enjoyed the trip. Staff was great. , 8. The hosts were great, very helpful and certainly Tue, Jun 30, 2009 9:25 AM 0,�, Find... took good care of everything concerning the event. 9. ft was poorly planned. With 45 people and a $29 Sun, Jun 28, 2009 11:46 AM CO Find... fee the wine tasting should have been a better price and reservations should have been made for 50Cresponses per page — - answered question 32 sapped question 38 41 7. Is there anything else we should know about the program? Download lunch which was a big fiasco with a 45 minute wait... should have brought lunch 10. John thanks for doing the wine tripl had a blast. Sun, Jun 28, 2009 8:30 AM 0., Find... when are you doing it again ? also thanks for NOT playing bingo or showing movies. was very enjoyable. 11. In the past you have offered the swim program Tue, Jun 2, 2009 2:26 PM Q.,, Find... with other instructors that did songstgames in the water with young children (specifically 6 months to 2 years). This type of introduction to water is more of what I would like to see offered. 12. 1 love this class, this instructor and this facility. Tue, Jun 2, 200910:32 AM 0,, Find... Wpuld like to see this class available all year. 13. LOSC does a fantastic job of providing classes at Tue, Jun 2, 2009 9:52 AM 0,,, Find... a reasonable fee and at a great facility! 14. Sales pitch for an extremely expensive follow-up Tue, Jun 2, 2009 9:07 AM C� Find... class. 15. The program was wonderful. The docent was very Tue, Jun 2, 2009 8:47 AM 0,, Find... knowledgeable and told us about her life as she "pretended" that she was Georgia. Mother plus was meeting some wonderful new friends on the bus ride --we ended up having dinner with them after the day was over. 16. sponsor a follow-up class with Brad as the Mon, Jun 1, 2009 9:19 PM 0,, Find... Instructor 17. Maria is a very kind person and likeable, but I don't Mon, Jun 1, 2009 9:01 PM 0,, Find... enjoy her program. A couple of other people have had the same problem. 19. 1 plan to take all three classes in November when I Mon, Jun 1, 2009 8:20 PM 0., Find... get back down. 19. The Community Services Department does a Mon, Jun 1, 20096:53 PM Q Find... wonderful job scheduling excursions that appeal to a broad cross section of the population. WELL DONE! 20. 1 had to drop out due to illness and injury to my Mon, Jun 1, 2009 5:19 PM Ci�, Find... leg. Am still recovering, but want to return to mat pilates when I can. 21 No Mon, Jun 1, 2009 5:15 PM 0,, Find... 22. 1 wish you oouldve let her finish with us Mon, Jun 1, 2009 5:03 PM Q Find... O responses per page answered question 32 sapped question 38 avA 7. Is there anything else we should know about the program? Download 23. The lass was hell in a gym with no heat. Not Mon, Jun 1, 2009 4:28 PM 0,, Find... good for yoga. 24. 1 would like to do yoga almost everyday, so it Mon, Jun 1, 2009 3:51 PM Find... would require more times to be set up for that. 25. 8 was excellent and all the class was so enthused. Mon, Jun 1, 2009 2:46 PM Find... And our instructor couldn't have been nicer. 26. Yes, please don't play those children§ DVD on the Mon, Jun 1, 2009 2:35 PM 0,, Find... way back ... most want to just rest. 27. Your on-line registration process is one of the Mon, Jun 1, 2009 2:09 PM G;, Find... most user-UNfriendly programs I have ever dealt with ... time consuming, frustrating (even when you do know how to use a computer) and in need on much attention. 1 know people who have given up trying to register for a class or program because your system is so difficult to use. 28. The instructor spent too much fine on very basic Mon, Jun 1, 2009 2:09 PM 0�, Find... printing set up with two non informed students who I feel should not have taken this class. He tough to the least educated. It was a waste of my time and I didn't attend the last class 29. Offer more days and more times? Mon, Jun 1, 20091:35 PM O� Find... 30. Offer more days and more times? Mon, Jun 1, 2009 1:34 PM 0,, Find... 31. Everyone should try the ukulele. his great for the Mon, Jun 1, 20091:24 PM `o Find... soul. 32. keep it up. like the offerings Mon, Jun 1, 2009 1:19 PM `O Find... 50responses per page S. Please rate the facility. Agree Neutral The parking lot was visibly clean 100.0%(86) 0.0% (0) The outside of the facility was visibly 100.0% 0.0% (0) clean (65) answered question 32 skipped question 38 Create Chart Download Rating Response Disagree Average Count 0.0% (0) 1.00 66 0.0% (0) 1.00 65 answered question 66 skipped question 4 43 8. Please rate the facility. Create Chart Download The inside of the facility was visibly 98.4% 1,6% (1) 0.0% (0) 1.02 64 clean (63) The facility location was easily 98.4% 1.6% (1) 0.0% (0) 1.02 64 accessible (63) The entrances was clearly defined 96.� 1.6% (1) 1.6% (1) 1.05 64 The restrooms were properly 98.4°/9 1.6% (1) 0.0% (0) 1.02 64 maintained and stocked (63) answered question skipped question 68 4 9. Please rate our customer service. Create Chart Download Rating Response Agree Neutral Disagree Average Count The staff person on duty checked 98.49/9 1.6% (1) 0.0% (0) 1.02 64 you into the program (63) The staff person was appropriately 100.00/0 0.0% (0) 0.0% (0) 1.00 64 attired (64) The staff person was able to answer 93.80h 6.3% (4) 0.0% (0) 1.06 64 your questions (60) The staff person was friendly and 98.4°/9 1.6% (1) 0.0% (0) 1.02 64 helpful (63) answered question 64 skipped question 6 10. Do you have any other suggestions for new programs you would like to see Download the Community Services offer? 1. Great lady, great class Response Count Hide replies 36 Mon, Aug 31, 200911:46 AM � Find... 50 responses per page answered question 36 skipped question 34 10. Do you have any other suggestions for new programs you would like to see the Community Services offer? Download 2. No Mon, Aug 31, 2009 10:53 AM 3. More ballroom dance with Debra Mon, Aug 31, 200910:27 AM 4. No Mon, Aug 31, 200910:23 AM 5. THere is not a senior workiing at the senior center. Mon, Aug 31. 200910:14 AM I attended the this years Tiki Festival there were no seat seats available and 1 beleive that someone form the city should have checked out the events before the seniors take it. it was not an event for all ages. C� Find... Find... Cb Find... Find... S. Yoga and Tai Chi Mon, Aug 24, 20091:27 PM G�, Find... 7. Any programs by Udd Beckner best computer Mon, Aug 17, 20091:04 PM 'D Find... teacher l have encountered. 8. The facility section to this survey does not apply in Sat, Jul 18, 2009 6:44 PM C� Find... this instance. 9. ipods and blackberry Tue, Jul 14, 200912:59 PM C� Find... 10. Love to take ickie's classes. he is so well Tue, Jul 14, 200912:54 PM Find... prepared,knowledgeable & makes her classes easy to understand and fun. I will up for more. 11. Would like another arylic painting class again Fri, Jul 10, 200910:28 AM 0, Find... painting ciasss again 12. New replacement instruction Fri, Jul 10, 2009 9:58 AM (D,, Find... 13. Make this a wine sampler tour and treat a wine class tour which takes you on tour of the vineyards and a)qlains wine making and wine tasting etiquette. I am willing to pay a little more for a wine tasting toudlesson 14. More trips.... 15. Get this one right first and you might want to do a mid week when it is less crowded. Since there is so much to see and do every minute should be planned perfectly. 16. it was a wonderful trip but unfortunately I learned very little about the area. I would have loved one of the stops to include a wine tour. Thornton Winery was very poor. At Wison Creek the food is phenomenal and the location very pleasant. Thank's for a great trip. Tue, Jun 30, 200910:46 PM Q�, Find... Tue, Jun 30, 2009 9:25 AM 0,,, Find... Sun, Jun 28, 200911:46 AM 0;, Find... Sun, Jun 28, 2009 10:11 AM % Find... 150 responses per page answered question 36 slipped question 34 45 10. Do you have any other suggestions for new programs you would like to see the Community Services offer? 17. would also love to go (schedule permitting) on bus Sun, Jun 28, 2009 8:30 AM trip to Angels baseball game, Getty museum, Santa Monica beach, Pasadena Rose Bowl swap meet, NASA center in Bishop 18. First visit to Senior Center. Very impressive. Tue, Jun 2, 2009 4:58 PM 19. adverstise more to bring more people to this great Tue, Jun 2, 200910:32 AM class. thank you 20. We are lucky to have the Senior Center. The staff Mon, Jun 1, 2009 9:01 PM is friendly and R offers many wonderful opportunities for the community to learn and get help in many areas. 21. 1 would be interested in learning Spanish. Have Mon, Jun 1, 2009 8:20 PM you ever had language classes? 22. Keep up the good work. r) Mon, Jun 1, 2009 6:53 PM 23. No Mon, Jun 1, 2009 5:48 PM 24. Could not fill out,would not take printed info???? Mon, Jun 1, 2009 5:29 PM 25. a dayime line dancing class would be fun. Mon, Jun 1, 2009 5:19 PM 26. You are doing a great job! Mon, Jun 1, 2009 5:15 PM 27. I'd like to we a class in collage. Mon, Jun 1, 2009 3:56 PM 28. VERY upset regarding the residency card -we Mon, Jun 1, 2D093:53 PM share our home with another couple and had the card for 3 years. (2 couples) When we went to renew they would not allow all 4 of us - even though we had exsisting cards. Your loss because now we will go else where to play golf since as a couple to play at Silver Rock without residence card for both it is exhorbitant! We understand there was abuse by time shares but we are 2 couples paying taxes on a million dollar property! 29. Just more of the yoga classes or other fitness Mon, Jun 1, 2009 3:51 PM programs, pilates, step dames etc 30. Trips Pagent of the Masters, Laguna (summer) Pasadena Showcase House of Design (spring) 31. Not at this time. Thank you. 32. 1 believe Pageant of the Masters has been dropped; also San Clemente Ocean Festival? Mon, Jun 1, 2009 3:10 PM Download Cb Find... (D,,, Find... C,, Find... C�, Find... C;, Find... Cb Find... Find... CI., Find... Cb Find... C,, Find... QFind... Cb Find... r`� Q. Find... Mon, Jun 1, 2009 2:46 PM Q,, Find... Mon, Jun 1, 2009 2:35 PM 0., Find... 50 responses per page answered question 36 skipped question 34 F 10. Do you have any other suggestions for new programs you would like to see the Community Services offer? Download 33. Fix this survey form ... I tried to add a comments to #5 and wasn't able to do so unless I checked 'No' first - which wasnt the case. (Same for the other questions asked). A survey is only as good as ALL the information you are able to get back . . . your survey form needs help because it doesn't allow for that to happen. 34. desert landscape in watercolor!!!! 35. classes for young children 7years of age- PHOTOSHOP with Steve 36. no Mon, Jun 1, 2009 2:09 PM Mon, Jun 1, 20091:59 PM Mon, Jun 1, 20091:35 PM Mon, Jun 1, 2009,1:24 PM C,, Find... Find... L,, Find... C;, Find... 50 responses per page answered question 36 skipped question 34 Anti -Spam Policy Terms of Use Privacy Statement Opt Out/Opt In Contact Us Wete Hirinal Copyright 01999-2009 SurveyMonkey.com. Al Rights Reserved. No portion of this site may be copied without the express written consent of SurveyMonkey.com. 38 47 test Angela Guereque From: La Quinta Community Services[communityservices@la-quinta.org] Sent: Thursday, August 27, 2009 10:49 AM To: Angela Guereque Subject: Community Services Update - September 2009 InFind us on Facebook September = Back to School Don't let the heat fool you, fall is here! We hope you had a summer chock full of fun activities... Well... Suprise, Suprise... We have another month of activities for you to enjoy. New Activities Guide This edition features the "Cold" months, September 2009 - February 2010. There are many great programs and events coming up, so enroll today! Back to School Pool Party La Quml ; coizuTiunitySea-V'ices Septemi ber La Quinta Museum 77-665 Avenida Montezuma (760) 777-7170 The Underground of History WITH DON WILDMAN FROM THE HISTORY CHANNEL'S "CITIES OF THE UNDERWORLD" Specific topics include: Israel (the Dome of the Rock), Okinawa (WWII battles), the limestone quarries of Caestert, Netherlands, Akko (Knights Templar), and the undergrounds of Los Angeles and San Francisco. Mr. Wildman has been to 35 countries and more than 150 undergrounds. His speech at the La Quinta Library will go behind -the - scenes of the series as his intrepid crew documents these little-known spaces. Utilizing clips and graphics direct from the series, Mr. Wildman offers up a whole new perspective of our world, explaining its history 9/8/2009 48 test .-0— -- ..- _, Why not enjoy one last evening of fun at the pool before "diving" into the textbooks? You are invited to the best, FREE, Back to school party EVER!!! FREE admission, FREE Food, FREE music, FREE fun! We will be cooking hot dogs, chips and drinks — playing games for some great prizes, and the best valley radio stations will be turned UP on the sound system! There is only enough room for 100 people at the pool — so make sure you are one of them! Location: Fritz Burns Pool Cost: FREE Date: Monday, September 7 (Labor Day) Time: 6:30pm - 8pm. Bring: Swimsuit, Towel, Sandals, etc. Junior Basketball Clinic MANDATORY FOR LEAGUE PLAY This clinic is to provide all participants with the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of the sport and to practice dribbling, lay ups, and shooting skills. All league players MUST ATTEND the appropriate clinic to ensure even teams and balanced play. When: Saturday, September 12 (9-11 years) Saturday, September 19 (12 — 14 years) Where: President Gerald R. Ford Boys & Girls Club of La Quinta Time: 10am — Noon Cost: Free - Must bring Birth Certificate Junior Basketball League from the underground up. Fri, Sept. 11 - 7-9pm FREE @ La Quinta Library RESERVATION REQUIRED Call (760) 777-7170 to reserve your seat. Abraham Lincoln Exhibit Coinciding with the bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln's birth, the exhibit will run from July 24th through November 30th. Items on display will include a limited edition lithograph set of portraits of Lincoln from the National Portrait Gallery, as well as a set of original merchant currency from the Civil War. La Quinta Library 78-275 Calle Tampico (760) 564-4767 New Hoursl Beginning September 8th, the La Quinta Public Library will be increasing their hours of service to the public. Mon-Thurs 10am-7pm Fri -Sat 10am-6pm Sundays Noon-4pm The Who Dunnit Book Club This program meets at the library and the La Quinta Senior Center at 10:30 AM. This new format mystery book club meets at the library (LQL) on the third Wednesday to get background on the authors and a book list then meets at the Senior Center (LQSC) on the first 9/8/2009 49 test This program will be centered on fun, fairness, and skill development. Children ages 9-14 will learn the fundamentals of basketball, teamwork, and sportsmanship while meeting new friends and mentors. Division A: Ages 9 -11 Division B: Ages 12-14 Registration When: Until Friday, September 18 Must bring Birth Certificate Where: Community Services Department League October 3 - November 14 Games: Saturdays between 8am-Noon (No game October 31) Practices: Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-7:30pm President Gerald R. Ford Boys & Girls Where: Club of La Quinta Cost: $70 (includes jersey and referee fees) In cooperetlon with: Desert Recreation District Free Movie on the Lawn "GREASE" - Presented by Old Town La Quinta Put on your poodle skirt, slick back your hair, bring a blanket and come enjoy this classic musical under the stars on the Old Town La Quinta Lawn. Prizes given for best character look-alikes. Chance to win $40 Old Town La Quinta Gift Certificate. Location: Old Town La Quinta Cost: FREE Date: Friday, September 18 Time: Dusk - Prizes awarded at 7pm Los Angeles Lobster Festival SUPER SAVER EXCURSION Wednesday to hear a speaker on the subject. September 16 An overview of the club @ LQL Did you know... You can use WebTracto register for most programs, classes and excursions that the Community Services Department offers. WebTrac is available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Register Early... Programs often cancel because the minimum enrollment requirements were not met. Waiting until the last minute to register is usually too late, so please register early. Having an event? We have facilities and parks available for private rentals. Meeting spaces include the La Quinta Museum and La Quinta Library. For larger social events and parties the La Quinta Senior Center, Civic Center Campus, La Quinta Park and Fritz Burns Park are available. Please call (760) 777-7090 for more information. 9/8/2009 50 test -5- The World's largest lobster festival features fresh discount Maine lobster meals and plenty of entertainment. Lobster lovers enjoy a scenic outdoor park and shops. After feasting on world famous lobster meals, guests enjoy dancing, parades, street performers, a pirate camp, tall ships, shopping for arts and crafts, and musical performances by some of today's best up-and- coming acts and tribute bands. Moderate walking is involved on this trip. Price includes transportation only. $9.00 admission to event, food, and additional entertainment extra. Registration deadline is Friday, September 11, 2009_ Location: Library Parking Lot Cost: $32 per person Date: Saturday, September 19 Time: 9:30am. - 6:30pm Register online NOW with WebTracl 5 Keys to Weight Loss FREE LECTURE SERIES Discover why fad diets don't work. Come learn 5 simple things you can do to [find an ideal healthy weight. Lecture given by Dr. Naota Hashimoto, DC Location: La Quinta Museum Cost: FREE - Pre -Registration required Date: Tuesday, September 8 Time: 6-7pm Senior Center Happenings Evening Dance The La Quinta Senior Center will host an evening dance on Friday, September 11th from 6-8:30pm. Lively music will be provided and light refreshments will be served, $2.00 per person. 9/8/2009 51 test 1 OgG J Vl J New Classes The La Quinta Senior Center will be offering new classes this fall/winter season so come and check them out! • Hawaiian Hula • Knitting • Mastering MS Word • Conquering Excel • Women's Strength Training (partnership with Contours Express) • Dance Workshops Free Classes This fall/winter season the La Quinta Senior Center will be offering various FREE classes for seniors to actively participate. Enrollment in these classes will be on a first come, first serve basis so please sign-up early due to limited spaces. • History of American Independence Discussion • Karaoke Other City Events LOW COST RABIES, DISTEMPERIPARVO CLINIC The City of La Quinta Animal Control Department is sponsoring a Rabies and Distemper/Parvo vaccination clinic. All dogs in the City of La Quinta must be vaccinated against Rabies and licensed. Parvo can easily be carried onto your property by humans or stray animals. Make sure your pet is protected. All dogs must be on a leash and accompanied by a responsible person. Dog licenses are available at the clinic and at La Quinta City Hall weekdays from 8am- 5pm. Remember, never allow your pet to roam loose. For further information, contact the Code Compliance / Animal Control Division of the Building & Safety Department - (760)777-7050. Location: La Quinta Civic Center - South Parking Lot Cost: Rabies $5 Distemper/Parvo $25 Date: Saturday, October 3 Time: 10am-2pm For more information please visit www la-ouiata ora or call us at (760) 777-7090. If you do not want to receive these monthly updates from the Community Services Department please send an email to oommunitvservicesmail@Ia-auinta.org with "Remove" in the subject line. 9/8/2009 52 Fiscal Year PROGRAMS 2007/2008 TOTALS June-08 May -08 April-0 Mar-08 Feb-08 Jan-08 Dec-07 Nov-0 Oct-0 Se 7 Aug-07 Jul -07 Leisure Classes 990 80 68 107 971 106 72 38 100 137 93 23 69 Special Events 8109 711 425 1545 1068 170 65 592 280 1125 338 1222 568 AdultSports 8550 766 719 786 8371 950 964 584 645 840 712 363 384 Museum Senior Center 101 1Z1-3 71 959 30 0044 5535 1411 1744 1817 1052 1631 1370 81 0 623 TOTAL 31763 2587 2286 3973 3413 2970 2918 2286 2656 3422 1970 1608 1644 Museum services Visitors - Adults 241 188 53 Visitors -Youth 73 314 671 1 2551 6 59 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 ol 0 TOTAL •I F. . 190 •,. ./1 ,1.1 11 1/ 11� 11 �� 11 .. FACILITY/PARK RENTALS •11 1't :1/ _057,7, :.1 11 Off -Tog, ... 1/ 11 •IJ - M. 11 In, FAMM721M LIDra Multi Purpose Room 1750 400 7� 600 Church 615 3001 375 Classroom Di 2001 9001 101 450 7501 6001 750 5Wl 6501 5001 400 TOTAL DI 31851 36301 lgzlbl zuuol 33301 30101 4vfuf 4390 J5*01 AflUDI 3150 TOTAL PROGRAMS 1 90107 5177 5803 79641219611 53701 065151 60641 7919 $0561 61211 40131 5154 senior carrierP rams Senor Activities 10330 809 1178 965 1139 1231 814 1229 991 616 0 516 Senior Leisure Classes 3683 150 22 02 357 446 605 586 238 402 379 217 0 107 TOTAL 14013 959 1044 1535 1411 1744 1877 1052 1831 1370 827 Ul 523 senior cemer tree services 3310 325 273 361 333 395 262 218 1 : 3 194 296 0 360 Senior Services Volunteer Hours 3332 339 269 335 354 429 329 230 222 318 247 0 260 TOTAL 6642 684 542 596 687 824 591 448 515 512 543 0 620 53 Final Year PROGRAMS 200WINHI9 TOTALS JYneO iday.09 A r11-09 MW-0 F0 Jan-0 0a 9e A r Ju Leisure Classes 1140 146 50 86 71 84 75 35 158 145 64 120 S ial Events 11053 716 325 5115 1025 0 80 745 jNm48Out-0 907 114 1072 419 Fitness Center 8043 665 765 584 840 832 752 480 731787 501 555 AOuBS G m 2763 459 259 288 275 279 139 201 183 176Museum 1414 91 212 181 291 93 160 36 128 68 i6 Senior Center 15737 low 1226 1853 1564 1835 1W2 1362 1488 TOTAL 40150 3127 2837 6107 wre 2858 3585 2192 2373 2229 museum services mars-A4utls 4292 t53 401 435 677 658 570 265 634 221 77 98 103 VisKors - Youth 1 359 1 8/1 Jul411 d1l 17 ml 141 211 17 10 87 36 15 8 TOTAL 4851 zoul 439 .,.I f141 675 .1 Zfvj tell Z551 1 1441 . - � o�■��wwwwwwww�■ _ • .' iw��w�wwwwwwww� o��w�wwwwwwwwww ... m��wo�w`.�w�wwwwwww�w �"i3`�`' ` o�wwwwwwwwwww�w .' o�w�wwwwwwww� - o�iw�wwwwwwww� - Owl��wwwwwwww� .: :. .. 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Owl��wwwwwwwwwl pwlw�wwwwwwww� 0��wwwww®ww� FACILITTIPARR MNIAL Senior Center Church 6600 fi00 750 600 600 600 600 600 750 525 300 375 300 PPrNa� Party 1 4350 1 3001 2001 2ml 6WI laxil zWl 300l I300 Park Rentals La Ouinta Park 2490 1 3501 5001 2001 2001 250 1001 1501 1 3001 60 20DI 180 Fritz Bums Park I 530 100 50 BO 260 Cove Oasis Trailhea0 0 50 17738 50 50 150 150 Civic Center 18238 50 Museum Osher Claws 780 110 110 110 160 300 Meson 12mrn / Cou wo 1890 240 180 285 270 120 60 550 125 60 r.. _ • ...: -.. o�ww�wwwwwwwww� TOTAL PROORAmS 105204 64921 16mj 122641 M281 78446637 6844 8564 8352 8282 3605 4176 senior Center ELDerns 12257 910 1033 1426 1129 1239 1203 1142 1070 1167 735 506 697 Senior Activities Senior Leisure passes 3482 140 193 427 43bi 5IAJI 4891 222 245 321 16/1 ull 156 TOTAL 631 15641 iml ItAlizi U541 13101 laaell 902 "ft.853 Senlor Center Fres Services 3410 245 320 266 360 386 299 216 249 384 338 146 199 Senior Services Volunteer Hours 2583 155 174 308 339 431 217 166 167 203 152 116 155 TOTAL 5993 400 484 574 699 817 516 382 416 587 490 2W 354 54 La l juinta l.ommunny ata vtvnni i r acwvvn ATTACHMENT 3 r Remember Me Forgot your password' Email Passvord login Sign Up I& Quint& Community Services is on Facebook Sign up for Facebook to connect with La Quinta Community Services. cmNywySumm This woMerful city is brimmlrg with - apponumies m learn rrw skills, take up a hobby, hike hails, ride a take, walk in the park, play at a playground or enjoy numerous Cultural omerkr ces. Imormaaen Location: n-495 Calle Tampico W Quata, CA, NMI Phone: (760)777-7090 Mon - Fri: a:00 am - 5:00 pm Fens 6 of 165 tars See All W OMEN IN Stafanle Palm Jim Fn1 ��l �� Kate Robin Pam Favorite PageW 1 Page See All La Quint& Arts Foundation Photos 2 of 9 albums See All 2o09 city of La Quint, community Pknk & Birthday Party Created about 4 months ago 2009 Youth Egg Hunt Created about months ago No one has added fan photos. http://Www.facebook. com/pages/La-Quints-CA/La-Quinta-Community-Servicesl594032O3... 9/8/2009 55 La Quinta Community Services I r aceboox Links 3 of 6links See All Pop Up Video 9:9iem Sep 4 Cay of ua Quinta : Home 3'.] Aug 31 City of La Qulnta : Home W'.Mam Auq 11 Event 7 upcoming events See All 400 years of Astronomy la Quint Museum szwrda'I, May 16 at 10.00am Junior Basketball League City Hall - Community services De'.,. Thursday, August 6 at e:00am Los Angeles Lobster Wival 1a Quint Cirk Canter - cmmmanin ... samdav, smtamber 19 at 9:30am San Diego Padres a Quint civk Center satumay, amber 3 at 3:00em Hatbween Carnival Resident Gerald R, Ford Boys a Gi... Ridgy, Ocbber 3J at 3. Wpm Co-ed Kickball League La Quinta Cat Hall, Community Sere... Monday, November 23 at 8c0am Temecula Valley Tour to Quint Civic Canter. - Ganmunity .. Sawbay, rebmary 27 at 9:00am Create a Page for My Business Report Page La Quinta Community Services Wall i Into I'. Events Photos Discussions Boxes RIUss �7 La Quints Community Services Sneak Peek: Don Wildman, Host of History Channels -Chim of the Underworld' @ LQ Museum - 9/11109 Pop Up Video Source: wvw.kxp1tkal2.tony September 4 at 9:44am Johanna, Lucie and 30hn like Item 3y� R/1.�� La Quinta community Services Submit your best La Quinta photos to be ip'ot considered for Publication In the 2010 City Calendarl Photo submissions will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. on September 15, 2009, via email (digital or high quaj ty scans) at Igcalendar@fgcreative.com, or by US Mall at City of La Quints, Attn: City Manager's Office, P.O. Box 1504, La Quints, CA 92247-1504. Call (760) 773-1707 for more information. September I at 2:40pm Veronica, Stephanie and 2 others like Ws. imEdle Hylton The City of La Quints has many Interesting programs and activities for your enjoyment Check out one of the excursions, take your family to one of the events or sign up for a class. The Community Services department works with numerous other non profit orgalmiations to provide lots of leisure choices for residents and tourists. Check out the website at www.la-quinta.org. There is so many things to do in La Quintet and something for everyone. City of La Quint : Home Source: vlwwJ.-quinta.org Q2009 City of La Quintal P.O. Box 15K La Quints, CA 922471(760) 777-70W Contact U5151te http://www.facebook. comlpagesILa-Quinta-CA/La-Quinta-Community-Servicesf594032O3... 9/8/2009 56 La Quinta Gommumty bervices I r aceicooK Mapl Internet Webslte Policy) Web site developed by Vision Interne[ . U,5- ,. - August 31 at 3:28pm Kelly Smith Great world August 29 at 7:35M Report Tustin likes this. La Quinta Community Services tW4Fara Halloween Carnival —r Free The City of La Quinta and Lee President Gerald R. Ford Boys and Girls Club of La Quinta present the Annual Halloween Carnival. There will be plenty of games, activities , candy and prizes! Dout forget the cameral Host: to Quinta Community Services Time: 3:00PM Friday, October 30th Location: President Gerard R. Ford Boys & Gms Club August26 at 1lc9am RSVP to this event 9 La Quinta Community Services Subscribe m our monthly email updates... send U-M an email to communityservicen0la-guima.mg and write "subscribe" in the subject line. August 25 at 12:55pm p� 6v��La Quinta Community Services Back to Schaal Pool Party being planned... Free &Qdx* Admission, Free Food, etc. Limited to first 100 Middle & High School students - �..e Monday, Sept. 7 @ 6:30-Bpm... More details coming soon. August 25 at 9:18am Stephanie Ales, th. aLa Quinta Community Services A few seats left for the Long Beach Till Festival QIW this weekend... Only $29 per person... Any takers? August 17 at 9:33am isLa Quinta Community Services t("Oda Co -ex! Kickball League Want to see if you still have that p0werful kick from the 4th grade? Well, lace up your sneakers, get together with some friends, and don't mks your chance to relive your playground glory! Minimum 4 male or 4 female (layers. First 8 teams to register will play. Regaination (to -16 player teams) When: NovemberDecember 23 - Dember 30 Where: Community Services Department (I mine City Hal) Ages: 18 & up League January 17 -May 2 Flames: Sundays between 4pm - Spin (No games February 14 & April 4) Where: La Qulnta Sports Complex Cost: Free Host: la Quinta Community Services Time: B:OOAM Monday, November 23rd Location: la Quinta Cty, Hall, Community Services Dep otment August 13 at 9:04am RSVP Be this event /tr�- /2�/L�� La Quinta community Services, {t•Lprrns Temecula Valley Tour —r Super Saver Excursion! Ages: 21 and Up Cost: $29.00 per person loin us for a fun big through the Temecula Valley. Our luxury bus will make stops at three Temecula wineries. At each location, you are free to enjoy your time any way you want. Moderate walking IS Involved on this trip. Travel from la Quinta to Temecula CA, 9:00 am - 10:45am At Event: 10:45 am - 3:30 pm Travel from San Diego CA to La Comm, 3:30 pm - 5:15 pm Bus location: L r Quince Library Price includes transportation only. Wine castings, food and additional entertainment extra. Registration deadline Is Friday, February 19, 2010. 1 Host: La Quinta Community Services Time: 9:011 Saturday, February 27th Location: La Quinta Civic Center - Community Services Department August12 at 12:36pm RSVP to this event La Quinta Community Services LWll�a Los Angeles Lobster Festival Super Saver Excursion! All Ages Cost, $32.00 per person The vandd's largest lobster festival features fresh discount Maine lobster meals and plenty of entertainment. Lobster lovers enjoy a scenic outdoor park and shops. After feasting on word famous lobster meals, guests enjoy dancing, parades, street performers, a pirate camp, tall stops, shopplrig for arts and crafts and musical performances by some of today's bat uppand -coming acts and tribute bands. Moderate walking is involved on this trip. Travel from to Quinta to San Pace, CA 9;30 am- Noon At Event, Noon - 4:00 pm Travel from San Pedro, CA to La Quinta, 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm. Bus location: La Quinta Library Price imicei transportation only. Admission to event, food and additional entertainment extra. Reipcoration deadlime is Friday, September 11, 2009. http://www.facebook.comlpagesILa-Quinta-CA/La-Quinta-Community-Servicesl594032O3... 9/8/2009 57 La 11ulnra "mmumiy an viull 1 riu:t00tJtJR Host: la Quints Community Services Time: 9:30AM Saturday, September 19th Locaton: W Quinta Civic Center - Community SCVICB Department August 12 aL 12:30pm ' RSVP to Mn event La Quinta Community Services We have a few seats left for the Long (leach TIM Festival excursion on 8/22. Why not take a Day -cation away from the desert? Enroll �.� today for the SUPER SAVER price of $29111 wow.la-Qulnta.crg - Community Services Dept for more info. City of La Quinta : Home Source: www.la-qumta.org ©2009 City of to Quintal P.O. Box 1504, La Quinn, CA 92247I (760) M-7000 Contact Usl9te Mapltnternat Website PolicylWeb site developed by Vision Internet August it at 10:20am Andrea likes this. Kathy Strong One of your biggest fans! August 5 at 7:05ma Report Tustin does mia � La Quinta Community services was Junior Basketball League League R getrabon f The City of La Quinta Junior Basketball League is a youth sports program Nat will be centered on fun, fairness, and skill development Children ages 9- 14 will earn the fundamentals of basketball, teamwork, and sportsmanship while meeting new friends and mentors. All league ro stratiom will be accepted at La Quinta Clry Hall, Community Services Department. La Quinta Junior Basketball League Clinic required for all league participants. League Registration: August 6 - September 19. Community Services Department at City Hall League Dates: October 3 - November 14 (no games on October 31) Game Location: 49-995 Park Ave, at the President Gerald R. Ford Boys and Girls Club (Corner of Park Ave and 50th), La Quinta Game Day and Times: Saturdays between 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Practice Days and Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays: 6:00 Pm -?:30 pm Fee: $70 includes jersey and ref. fees For more information call: 760-772-7090 Host: la Quinta Community Services Time: 8:00A4Thursday, August 6th Location: City Hail - Community Services Department July 22 at 12:20pm RSVP to this event La Quinta Community Services i H.0 net Night Orn It All Ages Invited Free Games The City of La Quinn, and President Gerald R. Ford Boys and Girls Club have partnered together to bring the community 'National Night Out." Bring the family out W enjoy carnival games, jump houses, musk, and.-Rud Mi Host La Quinta Community Services Time: 5:00PM Tuesday, August 4th Location: Gerald R. Ford Boys and Girls Club Gymnasium July 22 at 1128am 9 La Quinta Community Services Open Air Cinema this Friday Night ® Old Town `&,(2" La Quinta, Bpm... Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius... See you therel rrao W, 8 at 9:56am La Quinta Community services Only 5 seats left for the San Clemente ey tursion... Sign up today! July 1 at 1:02pm La Quinta Community services Temecula Valley Tour THIS SATURDAY... 9 seats left... $29 per person... What are you walking for? :) June 22 at 2:48pm La Quinta Community Services Check our NEW How to use Weldi video... http://www.scmentoaster.comAvatch/stVUhUROdlRllaQllaXftdXlld www.ecreentoaateecom Source: www.screentoasteccom June 18 at 11:01am L� Le Quinta Community Services Thanks to everyone who came out to last �,•L.•_. Fridays Open Air Cinema, we hope you had a great time and we will see you at the next one! :) http://Www.facebook.comlpages/La-Quinta-CA/La-Quinta-Community-Servicesl594032O3... 9/8/2009 58 La vumta t ommumty cervices 1 race000K June 15 at 3:39pm rage D oI o a La Quinta Community Services Open Air Cinema THIS FRIDAY NIGHT - 8pm &QdA Old Town La Quinta. Come see Madagascar 2 on the big screen FREEHI "a,"� June 10 at 10:47am Veronica antl J.J. like this. 6 La Quinta Community Services Have you participated In an activity With us within the last year? If so, please let us know what you thought.. Please click the .� Class Evaluation link and spend a few moments taking the survey. It is anonymous so you can be as open and honest as you like. class Evaluation Source: werw.surveymookeri June 2 at I I:04am IN La Quinta Community Services Sign up for our low priced "SUPER SAVER" excursions today - these trips will sell out fastl �® City of to Quinta: wabemcl Source: www.la-cuinta.org To view detailed instructions, click on the link bel9w:WebTrac Instructionsi begin using the system, just click the link below:Contmue to Log -In Screen•Generally, any household that has signed up for ... May 20 at 3:24pm 2n` La Quinta Community Services 4L�'r 400 Yeas of Astronomy Museum Exhitet Showcasing the International Year of Astronomy. Exhibit rum May 16 though September 30, 2009. the exhlba will feature photographs from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, a model of the Solar System add other space related artifacts. Host: la Quinta Community Services Time: 10:0001M Saturday, May 16th Location: La Quinta Museum May 19 at 11:22am RSVP to this event aLa Quinta Community Services 6Qam Lang Beach TIM Beach Festival b. Polynesian Spectacular SUPER SAVER EXCURSION Only $29.00 per person! - all ages. Can't make It to the islands this year? NO WORRIES. We're bringing the islands to your Spend the day with us in beautiful Belmont Shore, CA and enjoy an island marketplace, tiki carving. Hawaiian food a...wa Mon Host: to Quinta Community Services Time: 9:00AM Saturday, August22nd Location: Community Services Department - to Quinta Civic Caner May IS at 10:14am La Quinta Community Services {t 4C'+ae San Cle'antaOman Festival SUPER SAVER EXCURSION Only $29 per person' - all ages This festNal has plenty of activities for the whole family to enjoy including an ocean art show, a woody car exhuaC a chlldrens pavilion, ant family breach partyI Enjoy lunch in one of the restaurants on or ne...R.ad Mao Host: Es Quince CommUmty Services Time: 9:011 Saturday, July 18th Location: Community Services Department - to Quinta Civic Center May 18 at 9:58am 2 Lo Quinta Community Services 42'cna Temecula Valley Tour SUPER SAVER EXCURSION Only $29.00 per person! - Ages 21 and up. Join us for a fun trip through the Temecula Valley. Our luxury bus will make stops at several of the Temecula wineries like: Wilson Creek, Wiens, Maurice Carrie, and Thornton to name a few. At each location.... nod Mm Host: la Quinta Community Services Time: 9:0,0AM Saturday, June 27th Location: La Quinta Library parking Let May 16 at 9:33am 1� La Quinta Community Services Thanks to everyone who came out and enjoyed http://www.facebook.com/pages/La-Quinta-CA/La-Quinta-Community-Services/594032O3... 9/8/2009 59 La Qwnta Community Services I r acebook Page 6 of 6 > Quints, line 12, 8:00 pm. May 11 at 8:55am - In le Quints Community Services KUNG FU PANDA - Tonight @ Civic Center Campus! Show starts at 8pm, get them early to get a great spot! Mays at 10:Olam aLe Quints Community Services S Keys to Weight Lon Fee Lecture Series We invite you to learn more about the 5 keys to weight oss. Discover why fad diets don't work from Dr. Hashimoto, DC. Come and learn 5 simple things you can do to find an ideal healthy weight. Part of our popuWr free Lecture Series. Pre-regi...wae Wars Hot, to Quell Community Services Time: 5:30M Tuesday, lure 9th Locator: W Quints Museum May 1 at 3:13pm ALa Quints Community Services Open AirCinemi Civic Center Campus - Spot THIS FRLDAYI Come out and enjoy Kung Fu Panda with us. �•�' May 6 at 3:19pm Older Posts Facetook © 20M English (t15) About AlveYising Developers Careers Terms Bog Witli K Find Friends privacy Mobile Help http://www.facebook. comlpagesILa-Quints-CA[La-Quinta-Community-Servicesl594032O3... 9/8/2009 60 c&tvl 4 4 Qu&Z AGENDA CATEGORY: BUSINESS SESSION: 4 COMMISSION MEETING DATE: September 14, 2009 CONSENT CALENDAR: ITEM TITLE: Consideration of Art Maintenance Priorities STUDY SESSION: PUBLIC HEARING: RECOMMENDATION: As deemed appropriate by the Community Services Commission. FISCAL IMPLICATIONS: The Fiscal Year 2009-2010 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 maintenance and repair for this fiscal year: 1. Paint the two entry features at Jefferson and west of Washington along Highway 111 2. Wax and repaint the bases of the three Acknowledgement Sculptures at the Campus. The Veteran's Acknowledgement is having two additional panels made to accommodate the growing number of names and the piece will require additional expansion for future honors. 3. Assist the developer in the removal of the "Gem" at Highway 111 and Washington and restore the corner to a grassy area 4. Replace the broken mosaic tiles at Fritz Burns Park 5. Replace the broken mosaic tiles at the Civic Center Campus 6. The Spirit of La Quinta located near the north City Hall entry will be waxed and inspected as part of annual maintenance S:\Community Services\CS Commission\CSC Meetings\2009\09-14-09\B4 - Art Maintenance.doc 61 7. The two Civic Art Purchases at the south entrance to the City Hall will be relocated as part of the turf reduction project to the south section of the parking lot. In Fiscal Year 2008-2009, maintenance and painting were completed on the Bridge railings along Washington Street; the Bear and Fish Trap located at the top of the Cove were restored; the Veteran's, Artists, and Sports Acknowledgement pieces were waxed and the bases were painted; the plumbing was repaired at the Mosaic Spray Feature at Fritz Burns Park; and the Spirit of La Quinta was cleaned and waxed. Staff has been working with the developer on the removal of the Gem sculpture at Washington Street and Highway 111. Vandalism of Art in Public Places is random and will be corrected immediately following the occurrence. Some vandalism may be corrected in-house with 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 S:\Community Services\CS Commission\CSC Meetings\2009\09-14-09\B4 - Art Maintenance.doc 62 DEPARTMENT REPORT: 1 �T a' t 4 F+ z v 5 cFM OF TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council FROM: Edie Hylton, Community Services Director DATE: September 15, 2009 SUBJECT: Community Services Department Report for July 2009 Upcoming events of the Community Services Department for September 2009: September 1 Zumba, Senior Center September 2 Tai Chi Qi Gong, Fitness Center Tee Kwon Do, Senior Center Jazzercise, Senior Center September 8 *Beginning Tai Chi *Yoga for Health *Women's Strength Training *Swing/Latin Fusion Dance Tennis 4-7, Fritz Burns Tennis Courts Tennis 8-10, Fritz Burns Tennis Courts Tennis 11-13, Fritz Burns Tennis Courts Adult Tennis, Fritz Burns Tennis Courts Beginning Guitar, Senior Center Rock Solo Class, Senior Center 5 Ways to Weight Loss, Museum September 9 *Morning Workout *Mat Pilates *Intermediate Bridge Ballet/Tap, La Quinta High School Horsemanship Classes, Aiken Ranch Photoshop Pro, Senior Center Conversational Spanish, Senior Center September 10 Dance, Play & Pretend, La Quinta High School Beginning Ballet, La Quinta High School English Riding Lessons, Aiken Ranch Italian for Everyone, Senior Center September 11 *Defense in Bridge *Karaoke (FREE Class) 63 September 11 *Dance Workshop *Evening Dance September 12 Junior Basketball Clinic, Boys & Girls Club September 14 Beginning Art, Senior Center Tap/Jazz, La Quinta High School Ballet/Jazz, La Quinta High School Beginning Computers, Senior Center Photoshop Elements, Senor Center September 15 *Conquering MS Excel Body Sculpting, Senior Center Relaxing Movements, Library September 16 *Mastering MS Word MS Word, Senior Center September 17 *Fiesta Luncheon Beginning Belly Dance, La Quinta High School September 19 Lobster Festival Super Saver Excursion Junior Basketball Clinic, Boys & Girls Club September 24 *Mature Driver September 28 *Knitting September 29 *Hawaiian Hula September 30 *History of American Independence Discussion (FREE Class) *Senior Center class or activity m Community Services Department Attendance Report for the Month of July 2009 Summary Sheet Program 2009 2008 Variance Sessions Per Month 2009 2008 Leisure Classes 144 120 24 97 73 Special Events 252 419 -167 2 7 Sports/Fitness Center 1084 806 278 53 46 Senior Center 971 853 118 76 68 Total 2,451 2,198 253 228 194 Senior Services Senior Center 395 199 196 12 25 Total 395 199 196 12 25 Sports User Groups La Quints Park Use AYSO NO LA QUINTA PARK FIELD USAGE DUE TO SUMMER LO Sports & Youth FIELD REHABILITATION Sports Complex LQ Sports & Youth 1001 100 0 20 19 Facili (Park Rentals Senior Center Private Part 0 300 -300 0 2 Churches-2 600 300 300 81 4 Museum Meeting Room 120 0 120 2 0 Library Classroom 660 350 310 11 7 Civic Center Campus Private Pa 0 0 0 0 0 Park Rentals La Quinta Park 50 180 -130 1 3 Fritz Burns Park 0 0 0 0 0 Total 1,530 1,230 300 42 35 Total Programs 4,3761 3,627 749 282 254 Volunteer Hours Senior Center 126 155 29 Total Volunteer Hours 1 126 155 29 65 Community Services Program Report for July 2009 2009 Onnn 2009 2008 Participants Participants Variance Meetings Meetings Leisure Classes Tennis Adufl 5 0 5 5 0 Somatics 7 0 7 9 0 Ballet/Jazz 10 5 5 2 1 Ballet/Tap 17 0 17 6 0 Microsoft Word 4 0 4 2 0 Guitar 13 8 5 21 4 Beginning Ballet 8 5 3 3 4 Dance, Play, & Pretend 13 6 7 3 4 Tall Chi Chuan 4 0 4 9 0 Zumba 21 40 -19 9 13 Microsoft Excel 9 18 9 3 5 Photosho Pro 3 6 -3 7 5 Tae Kwon Do 71 6 1 14 13 Acupuncture 8 0 8 1 0 Body Sculpting 6 6 0 9 10 Jazzercise 9 9 0 13 10 Totals 144 109 35 97 69 �nno 2008 2069 2008 Participants Participants I Variance Meetings Meetings Special Events Open Air Cinema 200 225 -25 1 2 San Clemente Excursion 52 38 14 1 1 Totals 252 263 -11 2 .3 2009 2nna 2009 2008 Participants I Participants Variance Meetin s Meetings Sports & Fitness Center Open Gym Basketball 361 261 110 22 19 Fitness Center 582 555 27 27 27 Golf Tour, Shadow Hills 37 33 4 1 1 Golf Tour, Palm Desert C.C. 29 31 -2 1 1 Golf Tour, Heritage Palms 39 47 8 1 1 Golf Tour, Mission Hills 36 45 9 1 1 Totals 1084 962 122 53 50 lCommunity Services Totals 1,4801 1,3341 1 146 1521 122 Fir Monthly Revenue Report for July 2009 Monthly Revenue - Facility Rentals 2009 2008 Variance Libra $ $ 225.00 $ 225.00 Museum $ 250.00 $ - $ 250.00 Senior Center $ 2,362.50 1 $ 2,102.50 $ 260.00 Parks $ 50.00 $ 210.00 $ 160.00 Sports Fields $ $ 15.00, $ 15.00 Monthly Facility Revenue $ 2,662.50 $ 2,552.50 $ 110.00 Mnnthly Revenue Senior Center * $ 12,307.50 1 $ 2,220.50 1 $ 10,087.00 Community Services $ 2,855.00 $ 3,955.00 1 $ 1,100.00 La Quinta Resident Cards $ 1,650.00 $ 915.00 $ 735.00 Fitness Cards $ 575.00 $ 740.00 1 165.00 Total Revenue $ 17,387.50 $ 7,830.50 $ 9,557.00 Qavanua Vaor to nato Facility Revenue $ 2,662.50 $ 2,552.50 $ 110.00 Senior Center $ 12,307.50 $ 2,220.50 $ 10,087.00 Community Services $ 2,855.00 $ 3,955.00 $ 1,100.00 La Quinta Resident Cards $ 1,650.00 $ 915.00 .$ 735.00 Fitness Cards $ 575.00 $ 740.00 $ 165.00 Total Revenue to Date $ 20,050.00 $ 10 383.00., $ 9,667.00 *Received a $10,000 donation from the David Onne Trust. 67 Senior Center Attendance Senior Center Program Report for July 2009 Partici ation Participation Variance Meetings Meetings 2009 2008 2009 2008 Senior Activities AC BL Bride 267 208 59 5 5 Bridge, Social/Party 322 290 32 16 15 Monthly Birthday Party 30 25 5 1 1 Monthl Luncheon Patriots 104 97 7 1 1 Movie Time 85 45 40 5 5 Putting Action 10 0 10 4 0 Senior Activity Total 818 665 153 32 27 Senior Leisure Classes Arts & Crafts (Clay Scul tin Arthritis Exercise 18 12 9 0 9 12 3 3 1 0 1,2,3,4 Dance Computer Classes 40 33 0 24 40 9 5 9 0 11 Exercise 25 30 5 13 10 Quilters 10 24 -14 5 4 Ukulele Players 15 38 23 6 7 Senior Leisure Classes Total 153 125 28 44 33 TOTAL SENIOR PROGRAMS 971 790 181 76 60 Senior Services CAP Cool Center Program 72 46 26 21 18 Eisenhower (Numeonai Counseling) 6 11 5 1 1 FIND 191 0 191 7 0 Geriatric Consultation 2 0 2 1 0 HICAP 44 20 24 5 5 Legal Consultation Contour Dermatology (Skin Cancer Screening) 5 22 5 0 0 22 1 1 1 0 Notary 1 2 -1 1 1 Seminars - Jul 4 36 10 26 4 3 Volunteers 16 23 -7 n/a n/a TOTAL SENIOR SERVICES 395 117 252 12 2111 SENIOR CENTER TOTAL 1366 907 433 88 89 2009 2008 Variance Volunteer Hours _. Senior Center 125.5 154.5 _ _ Volunteer Total: 125.5 154.5 -29 Revenue Senior Center Revenue' $12,307.50 $2,220.50 _ $10,087.00 Revenue Total: $12,307.50 $2,220.50 $10,087.00 — Jul109 _ *Recelved a $10,OOO donation from the David Orme Trust. we Parks Activities Updates For Ju)y 2009 The interactive water feature at La Quinta Park was shut down for repairs. A gasket failed on one of the water jets which created a hole in the rubber surface. The replacement gaskets were installed and staff worked with the manufacturer of the rubber surface to have the safety material repaired. The dog parks have been receiving more evening use due to the hot days and longer daylight hours. Residents contacted staff about the irrigation system operating after 8pm while the facilities were still being used. The problem has been corrected and the irrigation does not begin until after 10pm. A new large trails map has been installed at the Cove Oasis that replaces the original map. The original map was oriented with "North" up which caused confusion due to the Cove Oasis and Trails having a "South" orientation. In May, two similar but smaller signs were installed at the two entry locations at the top of the Cove. All three new signs feature a trails map that is similar to the new trails maps that are available at the Community Services desk. Despite the summer heat, the parks continue to receive a lot of use by residents. Fritz Burns Park is busy with the swimming pool, picnics on the grass during the weekends, tennis in the mornings and evenings, skate boarding, and daily use of the dog park in the evenings. La Quinta Park is also very active with users throughout the day at the interactive water feature and shaded playground area. The landscape contractor has been conditioning the turf areas throughout the parks to keep them in their current excellent shape. The only problem turf areas are in the dog parks because of the heavy use. Staff may need to have the landscape contractor install new sod if the turf is unable to recover. 70 F 'L V S Qum& CA'y OF TNF'O TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council FROM: Edie Hylton, Community Services Directort\� DATE: September 15, 2009 SUBJECT: Community Services Department Report for August 2009 Upcoming events of the Community Services Department for October 2009: October 1 *Watercolor Jazzercise, Senior Center Zumba, Senior Center Tae Kwon Do, Senior Center October 2 *Morning Workout October 3 San Diego Padres Excursion Junior Basketball League, Boys & Girls Club October 5 *Mat Pilates *Hooked on Loops Tai Chi Qi Gong, Fitness Center October 6 *Wellness Connection *Tai Chi Intermediate *Swing/Latin Fusion Dance *Dog Training *Beginning Computer Free Lecture Series, Neuropathy Pain, Museum October 7 *Sketching & Drawing *Intermediate Bridge *Beginning Word Ballet/Tap, La Quinta High School Horsemanship Classes, Aiken Ranch Photoshop Pro, Senior Center October 8 *Afternoon Tea Luncheon October 9 *Evening Dance *Dance Workshop *Karaoke (FREE Class) October 10 Horsemanship Classes, Aiken Ranch October 12 Photoshop Elements, Senior Center 71 October 13 *Yoga for Health Body Sculpting, Senior Center October 15 *Halloween Luncheon Dance, Play & Pretend, La Quinta High School Beginning Ballet, La Quinta High School Beginning Belly Dance, La Quinta High School English Riding Lessons, Aiken Ranch October 17 English Riding Lessons, Aiken Ranch October 19 *Women's Strength Training Voiceovers, Library October 20 Tennis 4-7, Fritz Burns Tennis Courts Tennis 8-10, Fritz Burns Tennis Courts Tennis 11-13, Fritz Burns Tennis Courts Adult Tennis, Fritz Burns Tennis Courts Beginning Guitar, Senior Center Second Level Guitar, Senior Center October 21 Conversational Spanish, Senior Center October 22 *Ballroom Dance *Annual Health Fair Italian for Everyone, Senior Center October 22 *Mature Driver October 23 *Defense in Bridge October 26 *Knitting Tap/Jazz, La Quinta High School Ballet/Jazz, La Quinta High School October 27 *Hawaiian Hula October 28 *History of American Independence Discussion (FREE Class) October 29 *Issues of the Day October 30 Halloween Carnival *Senior Center class or activity 72 Community Services Department Attendance Report for the Month of August 2009 Summary Sheet Program 2009 2008 Variance Sessions Per Month 2009 2008 Leisure Classes 77 64 13 69 35 Special Events 565 1072 -507 3 9 Sports/Fitness Center 975 624 351 53 42 Senior Center 843 597 246 65 123 Total 2,460 2,357 103 190 209 Senior Services Senior Center 317 148 169 2 15 Total 317 148 169 2 15 Sports User Groups La Quints Park Use AYSO 200 150 50 5 5 Sports Complex LQ Sports & Youth 50 60 -10 16 16 Facility/Park Rentals Senior Center Private Pa 200 0 200 1 0 Churches-2 750 375 375 10 5 Museum MeetingRoom 180 0 180 3 0 Library Classroom 480 150 330 8 3 Civic Center Campus Private Pa 0 0 0 0 0 Park Rentals La Quinta Park 100 200 -100 2 4 Fritz Burns Park 0 0 0 0 0 Total 1,960 935 1,025 45 33 Total Programs 4,737 3,440 1,297 237 257 Vnlnnta r Hnurn Senior Center1 170 116 54 Total Volunteer Hours 170 116 54 73 Community Services Program Report for August 2009 2009 1 2008 2009 2008 Participants Participants Variance —Meetings Meetings Leisure Ciasses Somatics 3 0 3 8 0 Ballet/Tap 7 0 - 7 4 0 Microsoft Excel 9 9 0 3 2 Tennis 3 0 - 3 4 0 Tai Chi Chuan 5 0 5 9 0 Zumba - 22 28 -6 8 6 Ballet/Jazz 4 0 4 4 0 Tee Kwon Do 3 6 -3 13 13 Golf Fitness 5 0 5 1 0 Body Sculpting Jazzemise 6 10 0 18 6 78 6 9 0 12 Totals 77 61 16 69 33 Erma 700E 2009 2008 Participants Participants Variance Meetings Meetings Special Events National Night Out 475 450 25 1 1 Long Beach Excursion Golf Tour Banquet 42 48 0 45 42 3 1 1 0 1 Totals 565 495 70 3 2 700E 900E 2009 2008 Participants Participants Variance Meetings Meetings Sports & Fitness Center Open Gym Basketball 266 123 143 22 16 Fitness Center 539 501 38 26 26 Golf Tour, Shadow Ride 35 40 -5 1 1 Golf Tour, Desert Willow 35 38 -3 1 1 Golf Tour, Mountain Vista Sun City 26 36 -10 1 1 Golf Tour, Terra Lao 32 39 -7 1 1 Golf Tour, Golf Club at La Quinta 42 44 -2 1 1 Totals 9751 8211 1541 531 47 lCommunity Services Totals 1 2401 1251 82 74 Monthly Revenue Report for August 2009 Libra $ - $ Museum $ 75.00 $ Senior Center $ 3,675.00 $ 1,237.50 M2437 Parks $ 60.00 $ 200.00 S ortsFields $ 400.00 $ 55.50 Month) Facili Revenue $ 4,210.00 2,717.00 Senior Center $ 5,537.00 $ Communit Services $ 6,942.00 $ 925.00 La Quinta Resident Cards $ 1,095.00 $ A 360.00 Fitness Cards $ 695.00 $ 145.00 Total Revenue $ 14,269.00 $ 4,113.00 Facility Revenue _r $ 6,872.50 $ 4.045.50 $ 2,827.00 Senior Center $ 17,844.50 $ 2,934.50 $ 14,910.00 Community Services $ 9,797.00 $ 11,822.00 $ 2,025.00 La Quinta Resident Cards $ 2,745.00 $ 1,650.00 $ 1,095.00 Fitness Cards $ 1,270.00 $ 1,580.00 $ 310.00 Total Revenue to Date $ 38,529.00 $ 22,032.00 $ 16 497.00 75 Senior Center Attendance Senior Center Program Report for August 2009 arttapation Participation arance Meetings 2009 2 008 2009 2008 Senior Activities ACBL Bride 145 139 6 4 4 Bridge, Social/Party Monthly Birthday Party 307 40 106 33 201 7 19 1 8 1 Monthly Luncheon (B&G Back to School) Movie Time 110 53 150 43 -40 104 1 1 4 Senior Activity Total 655 471 184 29 18 Senior Leisure Classes 1,2,3,4 Dance Computer passes 27 20 0 0 27 206 4 0 0 Exercise 24 13 11 13 12 Mature Driver 11 0 i t 1 0 Quilters 25 18 7 3 3 ukulele Players 81 49 32 9 9 Senior Leisure Classes Total 188 80 108 36 24 TOTAL SENIOR PROGRAMS 843 551 292 65 42 Senior Services CAP Cool Center Program 70 25 45 21 9 Eisenhower (Baiame.Joint BGrip) 4 9 -5 1 1 Financial Consultation 2 0 2 1 _ 0 FIND 209 0 209 8 0 Geriatric Consultation 1 0 1 1 0 Legal Consultation 7 7 0 1 1 [Notary 2 3 -11 1 2 Volunteers 221 201 2 IIIn/a n/a TOTAL SENIOR SERVICES 3171 641 20812 1a SENIOR CENTER TOTAL 1160 615 500 67 55 76 2009 2008 Variance Volunteer Hours Senior Center 170 115 54 Volunteer Total: 170 115 54 Revenue Senior Center Revenue* $5,537.00 $714.00 $4,823.00 Revenue Total: $5,537.00 $714.00 $4,823.00 Au -09 * Revenue has increased due to the many registrations taken for falUwinter classes during this month and current class enrollments. 77 Parks Activities Updates For August 2009 The Public Works crew.has removed the playground at the Seasons retention basin in preparations for the purchase and installation of a new playground. The current playground needed costly repairs. Therefore, a replacement was budgeted in Capital Improvements for Fiscal Year 2009-2010. A letter was sent to neighboring homes informing the residents of the removal of the current playground and the installation of a new one. Staff is finalizing the playground Request for Proposals. The La Quinta AYSO is conducting their annual week long soccer camp at La Quinta Park. The camp teaches soccer skills to children of all ages. Registration for the soccer season was conducted during the soccer camp with registration preference given to La Quinta Residents. The landscape at the entrance to the Fritz Burns parking lot was renovated. The new landscaping continues to use water efficient plants with drip irrigation and decomposed granite for ground cover. The renovation was done under the current Parks Maintenance Contract. The City's Parks Maintenance Contractor has been working closely with the City of La Quinta and CVWD to make our City Parks as water efficient as possible. IT.3 DEPARTMENT REPORT: 2 1 71 Qum& F_ cF`y OF TO: Community Services Commission FROM: Steve Howlett, Golf & Parks Manager DATE: September 14, 2009 RE: Parks Improvements for Fiscal Year 2009-2010 The City of La Quinta currently has twelve park sites. These parks are maintained by a landscape maintenance contractor under Project No. LMC 2005-09, Park Landscape Maintenance Services. Completed Park improvements for Fiscal Year 2008-2009 include: Adams Park. Construction of a Sand Volleyball Court; painted the shade pavilions and concrete flooring; and added a misting station to replace leaking water feature. Top of the Cove. Worked with the National Monument and CVWD to install trail markers, new signage, and developed trail maps. A new plaque for the "Fish Trap with Bear" art piece was also installed. Street names were painted on the Bear Creek Trail to help users identify their location. Fritz Burns Park. Resurfaced six tennis courts; installed new tennis nets and screens; repaired and painted the arbors; replaced the playground play area sign; replaced the shade structure at the Fritz Burns Pool; installed new skate park rules sign; and replaced plants at the park entry. La Quinta Park. Completed painting of the perimeter fencing; installed light pole fixtures near the water feature, playground, and pavilion; installed a new misting station; planted trees in the skate park; completed water feature repairs and installed a new skate park rules sign. A distance sign was placed in the park to inform users of the walking distance. Civic Center Campus. Replaced the compressor at the lake feature; repaired the lake fountain; added picnic tables; and replaced the putting green and the landscape around it. SACommunity Services\CS Commission\CSC Meetings\2009\09-14-09\D2 - Park Improvements.doc 79 Fred Wolff Bear Creek Nature Preserve. A large section of hardpan soil in the north portion of the property was tilled to allow native vegetation to grow. Staff continues to work with the contractor who installed the perimeter fence to make repairs as needed. Velasco Park. Planted two shade trees; replaced two park benches; and installed decomposed granite around the perimeter landscape of the park. Desert Pride Park. Replaced the drinking fountain and painted a mural on the sandbox. Sports Complex. Completed the La Quinta Sports Complex Needs Analysis and Rehabilitation Plan. Renovated all six in -fields and added new material. Pioneer Park. Installed two additional benches in the dog park areas. Playgrounds. All park playgrounds (except for Fritz Burns, Adams, and Seasons) were "topped off" with new safety material. The other three parks will receive new safety material with the equipment replacement project. Green Projects. The City has partnered with CVWD to develop "Green Projects" throughout the City. These special projects are designed to not only be more water efficient but also provide examples to the community of things that can be done that are water efficient, cost effective, and attractive to the community. 1. Replacing the turf between the City Hall south parking lot and the Civic Center Campus with plants, drip irrigation, and decomposed granite. 2. Replacing the turf between the fence and the sidewalk at Eisenhower Park with plants, drip irrigation, and decomposed granite. 3. Removing 18 inches of turf along the west wall at Saguaro Park. 4. Removing the grass islands between the sidewalk and the street at Adams Park and replacing with plants and decomposed granite. Staff also worked with CVWD to develop the new Tier Rates for the parks. Park improvements and repairs scheduled for Fiscal Year 2009-2010 include: Fred Wolff Bear Creek Nature Preserve. A trail of decomposed granite is budgeted for construction along the inside of the split -rail fence which spans Avenida Montezuma between Calle Ensenada and Calle Chillon. The trail will serve the user of the FWBCNP as well as local residents who are walking along Avenida Montezuma. The new trail is identified as a component of the Fred Wolf Nature Preserve Master Plan. Cost: $68,112 S:\Community Services\CS Commission\CSC Meetings\2009\09-14-09\D2 - Park Improvements.doc 80 Staff will work with the Stewards of the FWBCNP and residents along Avenida Montezuma to relocate the mail boxes that are currently on the FWBCNP to locations on the resident's properties. It is anticipated that the mailboxes and posts will be funded through the Recycled Materials Grant. Cost: TBD Sports Complex (Desert Sands Unified School District). Upon approval by the Desert Sands Unified School District and the City Council, renovations will be made to the Sports Complex "Core Area" that includes new fencing, hardscapes, and the addition of a new restroom facility. There is currently $542,663 in the 2009-2010 CIP Budget for this project. Cost: TBD Colonel Paige Middle School (Desert Sands Unified School District). Upon approval by the Desert Sands Unified School District and the City Council, staff has requested funding in the 2008-2009 CIP for the lighting of the sports fields at Colonel Paige Middle School. This is to provide additional field space for teams that are currently congested on the fields at La Quinta Park. Cost: $323,349 Seasons Retention Basin (Park). Construction of a dog park that will include fencing, sand, shade structures, benches, drinking fountains, landscape lighting, parking, and paved walkways. Cost: $200,000 Replacement of playground equipment and installation of new safety material. Cost: $37,868 La Quinta Park. Replace the tree in the interactive water feature. Cost: $6,000 Adams Park. Replacement of playground equipment and installation of new safety material. Cost: $155,257 Renovation of the decomposed granite trail. Cost: $20,000 Fritz Burns Park. Replacement of the playground equipment and installation of new safety material. Cost: $160,306 Pioneer Park. Expansion of the existing large dog park into the CVWD well -site on the west side of the property that will include fencing, shade structures, benches, drinking fountains, landscape lighting, relocating the irrigation clock, and paved walkways. The project will also include an addition of 20 parking spaces along Seeley Drive. Cost: $500,000 Civic Center Campus. Ozone system repairs and the perimeter "Green Project" which will replace the turf around City Hall, the Campus, the Senior Center, the Library and the bus stop. 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