2011 10 10 CSC MinutesCOMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES
October 10, 2011
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to order at
5:33 p.m. by Chairperson Fitzpatrick.
Commissioner Leidner 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; and Angela Guereque, Senior Secretary
PUBLIC COMMENT
Barb Adair, Desert Recreation District, spoke to the Commission about upcoming
events and gave an update on the Fitness Center membership.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Motion - It was moved by Commissioners Leidner / Blakeley to confirm the agenda
as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation by the Family YMCA of the Desert
Karen Creasey introduced herself as the new Aquatics Manager for the YMCA.
Kelly Emmer spoke regarding the 2011 Fritz Burns pool season. June and July
programming numbers were similar to 2010, with August numbers less than 2010.
Facility rentals and water aerobics were up from 2010, with recreational swimming
similar to 2010. There were no accidents or emergencies.
Chairperson Fitzpatrick asked how the YMCA plans to increase attendance for the
2012 season. Ms. Emmer stated that she has met with staff regarding the
possibilities of concessions, more features for the pool, and family friendly options
to possibly increase the attendance numbers.
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Alisa Rutherford spoke regarding programs at Vista Dunes and Wolff Waters. Vista
Dunes is currently serving approximately 35 kids between the ages of 3 and 6.
Wolff Waters is currently serving approximately 47 kids between the ages of 3 and
6. Both facilities offered day projects with Old Town Artisan Studios and also free
swim lessons.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of September 12, 2011 Minutes
Motion — It was moved by Commissioners Leidner /Lawrence to approve the
minutes as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR - None.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. Consideration of Art Maintenance Priorities
Golf & Parks Manager Howlett presented the -staff report.
Motion — It was moved by Commissioners Blakeley /Engel to approve the Art
Maintenance Priorities as listed. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Consideration of Participation in the Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and
Breakfast with Santa
Director Hylton presented the staff report.
Motion — It was moved by Commissioners Engel /Blakeley to appoint Commissioners
Engel /Lawrence /Leidner to assist with the Tree Lighting Ceremony and
Commissioners Blakeley /Fitzpatrick /Leidner to assist with Breakfast with Santa.
Motion carried unanimously.
STUDY SESSION
1. Discussion of Joint Meeting Items for November 1, 2011
Director Hylton presented the staff report.
Chairperson Fitzpatrick will give an overview of the joint discussion. Commissioner
Lawrence will present the La Quinta Fitness Center. Commissioner Blakeley will
present the 30`" Anniversary Activities and Events. Commissioner Engel will
present the Park Projects Completed in 2010/2011. Commissioner Leidner will talk
about the collaboration efforts of the Commission.
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DEPARTMENT REPORTS
1. Department Report for September 2011
Due to the preparation time of the Department Report, the September 2011
Department Report will be included in the November 14, 2011 Commission packet.
COMMISSIONER ITEMS
1. Report from Commissioners Regarding Meetings Attended.
2. Calendar of Monthly Events
PUBLIC HEARING — None.
OPEN DISCUSSION
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Commissioners Leidner /Lawrence to adjourn the Community
Services Commission meeting at 6:20 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
NEXT MEETING INFORMATION:
A Regular Meeting of the Community Services Commission to be held on November
14, 2011 commencing at 5:30 p.m. in the City of La Quinta Study Session Room,
78 -495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253.
by:
Community Services Senior