2012 05 14 CSC MinutesCOMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES
May 14, 2012
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to order at
5:32 p.m. by Chairperson Fitzpatrick.
Commissioner Engel led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENT: Commissioners Blakeley, Engel, Fitzpatrick, and Lawrence
ABSENT: Commissioner Leidner
STAFF PRESENT: Edie Hylton, Community Services Director; Steve Howlett, Golf
& Parks Manager; and Angela Guereque, Senior Secretary
PUBLIC COMMENT — None.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Motion - It was moved by Commissioners Blakeley /Lawrence to confirm the agenda
as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS — None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of March 12, 2012 Minutes
Motion — It was moved by Commissioners Lawrence / Blakeley to approve the
minutes as submitted. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR - None.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. Consideration of an Art Donation from Benjamin Rosker
Director Hylton presented the staff report.
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Motion —It was moved by Commissioner Blakeley /Engle to accept the memorial
donation of 'Boy Reading" and its proposed location. Motion passed unanimously.
2. Consideration of the 2012/2013 Community Services Commission Annual
Work Plan
Director Hylton presented the staff report.
Chairperson Fitzpatrick asked how often the Park Management Contract is bid.
Manager Howlett stated that if the contractor performs to a satisfactory condition,
the contract can be extended for a total of 5 years.
Motion — It was moved by Commissioners Blakeley /Lawrence to approve the
2012/2013 Community Services Commission Annual Work Plan and direct staff to
present for City Council consideration. Motion carried unanimously.
STUDY SESSION
1. Discussion of the Desert Recreation District (DRD) Strategic Plan
Kevin Kalman, General Manager of DRD, presented the Strategic Plan. The
Strategic Plan includes better alignments with community partners, improved
response to growing recreational needs, and more efficient service delivery
(reduction of 51 staff to 38).
Mission Statement: LEVERAGE .COLLABORATE. PROMOTE, CONNECT.
We have a healthy plan for our future.
LEVERAGE RESOURCES. Eliminate costly duplication by utilizing staff /services
where appropriate; make projects more manageable; save funds that can be
allocated elsewhere; and increase the perceived value of tax dollars.
COLLABORATE WITH DRD. Partnership presents new opportunities to facilitate
plans for recreation facilities and trails; encourage participation in revenue -
producing areas; generate new revenue streams; and co -brand programs with
sponsors.
PROMOTE HEALTH LIVING. Quality recreation benefits all personally, socially, and
economically.
CONNECT PERSONALLY. Move from functional to community specific hierarchy;
establish stronger relationships between DRD and cities; engage staff with a
broader range of skills; maintain program- specific, district -wide specialists; identify
community voids and opportunities faster; and provide more community - relevant
programs and services.
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Commissioner Lawrence suggested an online link to help parents find activities for
residents of both the City and DRD.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
1. Department Report for February 2012
2. Department Report for March 2012
3. Department Report for April 2012
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 Lawrence /Blakeley to adjourn the Community
Services Commission meeting at 6:30 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
NEXT MEETING INFORMATION:
A Regular Meeting of the Community Services Commission to be held on June 11,
2012 commencing at 5:30 p.m. in the City of La Quinta Study Session Room, 78-
495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253.
Ange16 Guereque
Community Services S wr Secretary