2010 10 11 CSC MinutesCOMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES
October 11, 2010
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to order at
5:30 p.m. by Chairperson Fitzpatrick.
Commissioner Engel led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENT: Commissioners Blakeley, Engel, Fitzpatrick, Lawrence, and Leidner
STAFF PRESENT: Edie Hylton, Community Services Director; Steve Howlett, Golf
& Parks Manager; Angela Guereque, Senior Secretary
PUBLIC COMMENT -None.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Motion - It was moved by Commissioners Leidner/Blakeley to confirm the agenda.
Motion carried unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS -NONE.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of September 13, 2010 Minutes
Motion - It was moved by Commissioners Lawrence/Blakeley to approve the
minutes as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR -None.
BUSINESS SESSION
Consideration of an Art in Public Places Strategic Plan
Director Hylton presented the staff report.
Commissioner Blakeley asked if developers get to choose their own artist and
project. Director Hylton stated that if a developer comes to the City first, then the
City can work with them to define the project. The developer can also bring their
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own recommendation to the City which will then be brought to the Commission for
recommendation to the City Council.
Commissioner Leidner asked about art on loan. Director Hylton stated that the
recommendation section of the plan includes using the Museum for art on loan.
Commissioner Blakeley asked how new artists find out about the Artist Registry.
Director Hylton stated that many artists contact the City and are then guided to the
Arts Foundation.
Commissioner Engel asked how artwork is handled when the project has already
been completed before they approach the City. Director Hylton stated that the City
prefers the artwork to be approved first so the Commission and City Council have
the ability to make recommendations.
Commissioner Lawrence suggested that each art project be looked at on a case by
case basis.
Commissioner Leidner asked when developer fees are collected. Director Hylton
stated that a majority of the fees are paid up front; however there are some that
ask for an art credit.
Motion - It was moved by Commissioners Leidner/Lawrence to recommend the Art
in Public Places Program Strategic Plan Update for 2010-2011. Motion carried
unanimously.
STUDY SESSION
1. Discussion of Joint Meeting Items for November 9, 2010
Director Hylton presented the staff report.
Chairperson Fitzpatrick will discuss the Future Land Acquisition for Sports Fields
and Capital Improvements to Sports Fields and Playgrounds.
Commissioner Lawrence will discuss the Facility Space for Fitness and Wellness
Programs and Support for the Whitewater Channel Trail Development.
Commissioner Leidner will discuss the Off Leash Dog Parks at Pioneer Park and
Seasons Park.
Commissioners Blakeley and Engel will discuss the Support for Cultural and Historic
Programs.
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DEPARTMENT REPORTS
1. Department Report for September 2010
2. Playground Safety Inspection Policy
Mr. Howlett presented the staff report.
COMMISSIONER ITEMS
1 . Report from Commissioners Regarding Meetings Attended.
2. Calendar of Monthly Events
PUBLIC HEARING -None.
OPEN DISCUSSION
Commissioners Blakeley and Lawrence gave an update on the progress of the Artist
Appreciation Program.
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Commissioners Blakeley/Engel to adjourn the Community Services
Commission meeting at 6:42 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
NEXT MEETING INFORMATION:
A Regular Meeting of the Community Services Commission to be held on November
8, 2010 commencing at 5:30 p.m. in the City of La Quints Study Session Room,
78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quints, CA 92253.
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Angela Guereque ~~~
Community Services Senior Secretary