2019 06 10 CSC Minutes
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MINUTES June 10, 2019
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES
MONDAY, JUNE 10, 2019
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the La Quinta Community Services Commission was called to
order at 5:31 p.m. by Chair Wyler.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Commissioners Blakeley, La Greca, Marley, Quill and Chair Wyler
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Quill led the Commission in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – None.
BUSINESS SESSION (MOTION REQUIRED)
1. ADOPT ART IN PUBLIC PLACES GUIDELINES
Presented by Jaime Torres, Business Analyst and Ana Iwataki, LeBasse Projects’
Director of Civic Projects
Project Process
Commissioners comments:
Quill – suggested focus on Fred Waring and Washington for an entry
monument for southbound traffic
Marley – suggested more investment in Instagram pop-ups for shorter term
projects, large engaging art piece(s), art shade opportunities, marketing
campaigns
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Blakeley/Marley to
adopt the Art in Public Places (APP) guidelines a submitted. Motion passes
unanimously.
2. APPROVE MEETING SUMMER SCHEDULE
Presented by Lisa Chaudhry, Administrative Technician
MOTION – A motion was made and second by Commissioners La Greca/Marley to
approve the meeting summer schedule. Motion passes unanimously.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
1. FACILITY REPORT
Presented by Robert Ambriz, Parks Superintendent
Playground equipment status for Monticello and Desert Pride Parks
o Desert Pride – installation complete
o Monticello – installation started today, June 10 and reopening
scheduled for the following week
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Fritz Burns Pool
o Pool operating services
o Pool heater
Gas company install
Heater installation expected in June
Commissioner Quill suggested the installation of banners/signs announcing year-
round operations.
Commissioner Wyler suggested posting pool activities schedule on City website.
Christina Calderon, Community Resources Manager provided a verbal update
regarding a prior request for the installation of picnic tables in the Library’s outdoor
patios.
2. GET OUT GET ACTIVE (GOGA) UPDATE
Presented by Lisa Chaudhry, Administrative Technician
Commissioner Marley expressed the importance of motiving both parenting and
children. Suggested incentives like fanny packs for completing the program.
STUDY SESSION
1. VOLLEYBALL COURTS OPPORTUNITIES
Presented by Robert Ambriz, Parks Superintendent
Staff explored costs and locations for volleyball courts in La Quinta north
of Hwy 111
Two parks were identified that can physically accommodate a volleyball
court: Seasons Park and Fritz Burns Park
The costs, including equipment, grading, surfacing and post footings is
approximately $100,000
Added costs for ADA compliance at Seasons Park is an additional $30,000
to install a concrete pathway
Challenges for Seasons Park:
the area is a retention basin therefore prone to damages after
heavy rain storms
Additional cost for lighting if evening play is intended
Lighting would increase likelihood of vandalism
Challenges for Fritz Burns Park:
Currently has many amenities: skate park, year-round pool, tennis
and pickleball. Addition of volleyball court may impact parking.
Commissioner Quill stated that the cost is inflated.
Commissioner Marley suggested surveying residents for interests in additional
amenities.
Commissioner Quill suggested adding an amenity to the Civic Center Park to
encourage activity.
2. BIKE RACK OPPORTUNITIES
Presented by Robert Ambriz, Parks Superintendent
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Bike rack locations identified and confirmed at: Bear Creek Trail rest stop
areas, Fritz Burns Park, La Quinta Park, Civic Center Park, top of the Cove
Oasis picnic area.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVE MINUTES OF MAY 13, 2019
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Quill/Blakeley to
approve the May 13, 2019 minutes as amended. Motion passes unanimously.
COMMISSIONER’S ITEMS
EVENTS ATTENDED
CITY-WIDE SAFETY CAMERA LOBBY VIEWING PARTY – Commissioner Wyler
STREET FOOD CINEMA – MAY 25 - NONE
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners La
Blakeley/Marley to adjourn the meeting at 6:59 p.m. Motion passes unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
LISA CHAUDHRY, Community Services Commission Secretary
City of La Quinta, California