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REGULAR QUARTERLY MEETING AGENDA
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
AGENDA
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta
REGULAR QUARTERLY MEETING
MONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2021, AT 4:00 P.M.
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SPECIAL NOTICE
Teleconferencing and Telephonic Accessibility In Effect
Pursuant to Executive Orders N-60-20 and N-08-21 executed by the Governor
of California, and subsequently Assembly Bill 361 (AB 361, 2021), enacted in
response to the state of emergency relating to novel coronavirus disease 2019
(COVID-19) and enabling teleconferencing accommodations by suspending or
waiving specified provisions in the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code §
54950 et seq.), members of the public, the Community Services Commission,
and City Staff may participate in this regular meeting by teleconference.
Members of the public wanting to listen to this meeting may do so by
tuning-in live via http://laquinta.12milesout.com/video/live.
Members of the public wanting to address the Community Services
Commission, either for a specific agenda item or matters not on the agenda
are requested to follow the instructions below.
Written public comments – can be provided in-person during the meeting
or emailed to the Community Resources Department at
CommResource01@LaQuintaCA.gov preferably by 12:00 noon on the day
of the meeting, and will be distributed to the Community Services
Commission, incorporated into the agenda packet and public record of the
meeting, and will not be read during the meeting unless, upon the request of
the Commission Chairperson, a brief summary of any public comment is asked
Commission agendas and staff reports are available
on the City’s web page: www.laquintaca.gov
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to be read, to the extent the Commission Secretary can accommodate such
request.
If emailed, the email “subject line” must clearly state “Written Comments”
and list the following:
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2) City of Residence 5) Subject
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related to the items on the agenda, or for general public comment, are
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above prior to the commencement of the meeting. If that is not possible, and
to accommodate public comments on items that may be added to the agenda
after its initial posting or items that are on the agenda, every effort will be
made to attempt to review emails received by the Community Resources
Department during the course of the meeting. The Commission Chairperson
will endeavor to take a brief pause before action is taken on any agenda item
to allow the Commission Secretary to review emails and share any public
comments received during the meeting. All emails received by the Community
Resources Department, at the email address above, until the adjournment of
the meeting, will be included within the public record relating to the meeting.
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL: Commissioners: Biondi, Blakeley, Gordon, La Greca, and Shelton
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
At this time, members of the public may address the Community Services Commission
on any matter not listed on the agenda by providing written or verbal public
comments either in-person or via email as indicated above; or provide verbal public
comments either in-person or via teleconference by joining the meeting virtually at
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84304700627 and use the “raise your hand”
feature when prompted by the Chairperson. Members of the public attending the
meeting in-person are requested to complete a “Request to Speak” form. Please
limit your comments to three (3) minutes (approximately 350 words). The
Commission values your comments; however, in accordance with State law, no action
shall be taken on any item not appearing on the agenda.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
CONSENT CALENDAR
1.APPROVE SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 QUARTERLY MEETING MINUTES
2.APPROVE NOVEMBER 1, 2021 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
BUSINESS SESSION
1.APPOINT TWO COMMISSIONERS FOR THE CIVIC CENTER ART
PURCHASE COMMITTEE 2022
2.RECOMMEND SENIOR INSPIRATION AWARD NOMINEE
3.APPROVE NEW ARTISTS TO THE CITY’S PRE-QUALIFIED ARTIST LIST
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
1.ART MURALS (NATE FRIZZELL) UPDATE
2.CIVIC CENTER ART PURCHASE 2021 UPDATE
3.X-PARK UPDATE
4.COMMUNITY WORKSHOP INVITATION – JANUARY 2022
5.COMMISSION FACILITY TOURS
6.PARK PLAYGROUND – NEW EQUIPMENT
COMMISSIONERS’ ITEMS
1.COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION ROADMAP
2.LA QUINTA ART CELEBRATION
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ADJOURNMENT
The next regular quarterly meeting of the Community Services Commission
will be held on March 14, 2022, commencing at 4:00 p.m., at the La Quinta
Council Chambers, 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California, 92253.
DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, Elizabeth (Lisa) Chaudhry, Community Services Commission Secretary
(Secretary) of the City of La Quinta, do hereby declare that the foregoing
agenda for the La Quinta Community Services Commission meeting was
posted on the City’s website, near the entrance to the Council Chambers at
78495 Calle Tampico, and the bulletin boards at the Stater Brothers
Supermarket at 78630 Highway 111, and the La Quinta Cove Post Office at
51321 Avenida Bermudas, on December 9, 2021.
DATED: December 9, 2021
ELIZABETH (LISA) CHAUDHRY
Community Services Commission Secretary
City of La Quinta, California
Public Notices
The La Quinta Council Chamber is handicapped accessible. If special equipment
is needed for the hearing impaired, please call the Community Resources office
at 760-777-7106, twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the meeting and
accommodations will be made.
If special electronic equipment is needed to make presentations to the
Community Services Commission, arrangements should be made in advance by
contacting the Community Services office at 760-777-7106. A one (1) week
notice is required.
If background material is to be presented to the Commissioners during a
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exhibits, etc., must be supplied to the Secretary for distribution. It is requested
that this takes place prior to the beginning of the meeting.
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Commissioners
regarding any item(s) on this agenda will be made available for public inspection
at the Community Resources Department at City Hall located at 78-495 Calle
Tampico, La Quinta, California, 92253, during normal business hours.
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MINUTES SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER, 13 2021
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to order
by Chris Escobedo, Community Resources Director at 5:30 p.m.
This meeting was held by teleconference pursuant to Executive Orders N-25-
20, N-29-20, N-33-20, N-35-20, N-60-20, and N-08-21 executed by the
Governor of California, in response to the state of emergency relating to novel
coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and enabling teleconferencing
accommodations by suspending or waiving specified provisions in the Ralph
M. Brown Act (Government Code § 54950 et seq.).
PRESENT: Commissioners Blakeley, La Greca, Gordon, Shelton, and Chair
Biondi.
STAFF PRESENT: Community Resources Director Escobedo, Community
Resources Manager Calderon, Community Resources Analyst Calderon, City
Clerk Radeva and Community Services Commission Secretary Chaudhry.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Blakeley led the Commission in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – None.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA – Confirmed.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. APPOINT CHAIR
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners
Blakeley/Gordon to appoint Commissioner Biondi as Community Services
Commission Chair. Motion passes unanimously.
2. APPOINT VICE-CHAIR
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Biondi/La
Greca to appoint Commissioner Blakeley as Community Services Commission
Vice-Chair. Motion passes unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 1
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MINUTES SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
3. APPROVE JUNE 14, 2021 MEETING MINUTES
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners La
Greca/Blakeley to approve the June 14, 2021 meeting minutes as submitted.
Motion passes unanimously.
STUDY SESSION
1. INTRODUCE NEW COMMISSIONERS AND REVIEW MEETING
PROTOCOLS AND RULES OF PROCEDURE
Chair Biondi opened the floor for introductions and led discussions regarding
meeting schedule and protocols, rules of procedure, and commission purvue.
Chair Biondi requested feedback from Commission regarding regular meeting
start times. Commission agreed to agendize the item to discuss and approve
a new start time.
2. PROGRAM OVERVIEW AND COMMISSION ROADMAP
Community Resources Director Escobedo began discussions regarding the
Commission’s areas of focus: art, events, and recreation.
Community Resources Analyst Calderon provided an overview of the City’s Art
in Public Places (APP) program and an update of the current art projects.
Commissioner Blakeley mentioned the City’s Quimby Fund where developer
fees are collected to support the APP program.
A public comment was made by Cynthia Beesemeyer regarding the proposed
art pedestal project and the feasibility of reaching out to developers to
redesign the pedestals as their contribution to APP.
After discussing the status of the art pedestal project and the unexpected
expenditures needed to accommodate the art installation that was chosen,
Commission directed staff to revisit other art alternatives that could utilize the
existing pedestals and fall within the allocated budget.
Community Resources Director Escobedo provided an overview of the City’s
array of events, recognitions and acknowledgements, and the reviving of the
Youth Committee.
Community Resources Manager Calderon provided an overview of the City’s
recreation programs including hiking trails, Wellness Center activities, and X
Park.
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MINUTES SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
3. Committee Assignments
Community Resources Director Escobedo presented the staff report verbally.
• Commissioners are invited to participate in the City’s annual events.
• A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Blakeley/La Greca
to approve Commissioners Gordon/Shelton for the Civic Center Art
Committee. Motion passes unanimously.
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
1. ART MURALS UPDATE
Community Resources Analyst Calderon presented the staff report verbally.
• At Council’s direction, staff recommends a new location for a mural that
was previously designated for the Silverrock Event Site.
• Mural will be moved to the recently acquired City property adjacent to
the La Quinta Museum and designated for the La Quinta Cultural
Campus.
2. DISCUSS DATES FOR FACILITIES TOUR
• Staff informs Commission of potential tour sites including City facilities,
parks, and artpiece locations.
• Staff will schedule facility tours with Commission in upcoming months.
COMMISSIONER’S ITEMS
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by
Commissioners La Greca and Chair Biondi to adjourn the meeting at 6:39 p.m.
Motion passes unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
ELIZABETH (LISA) CHAUDHRY,
Community Services Commission Secretary
City of La Quinta, California
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION NOVEMBER 1, 2021
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES
MONDAY, NOVEMBER, 1 2021
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to order
by Gayle Biondi at 3:00 p.m.
This meeting was held by teleconference pursuant to Executive Orders N-25-
20, N-29-20, N-33-20, N-35-20, and N-60-20 executed by the Governor of
California, in response to the state of emergency relating to novel coronavirus
disease 2019 (COVID-19) and enabling teleconferencing accommodations by
suspending or waiving specified provisions in the Ralph M. Brown Act
(Government Code § 54950 et seq.).
PRESENT: Commissioners , Blakeley, Gordon, La Greca, Shelton, and Chair
Biondi
STAFF PRESENT: Community Resources Director Escobedo, Community
Resources Manager Calderon, Community Resources Analyst Calderon, and
Community Services Commission Secretary Chaudhry.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Biondi led the Commission in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA - None.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA – Confirmed.
BUSINESS SESSION
1. APPROVE A NEW START TIME FOR REGULAR COMMISSION MEETINGS
MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Blakeley/La
Greca to approve a new start time of 4:00 p.m. for regular Commission
meetings. Motion passes unanimously.
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, AND WRITTEN
COMMUNICATIONS
1. LA QUINTA ART CELEBRATION PRESENTATION BY SCOPE EVENTS
Event Director Kathleen Hughes provided a brief update.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 2
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION NOVEMBER 1, 2021
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
COMMISSIONER’S ITEMS - None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, a motion was made by Chair Biondi to
adjourn the meeting at 3:26 p.m. Motion passes unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
MICHAEL CALDERON,
Community Services Commission Secretary
City of La Quinta, California
City of La Quinta
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION: December 13, 2021
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: CIVIC CENTER ART COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
RECOMMENDATION
Appoint two (2) Commissioners to serve on the Civic Center Art Committee
for the March La Quinta Art Celebration.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
•Two (2) Commissioners are selected to serve on the Civic Center Art
Committee for the March La Quinta Art Celebration.
•Committee members will collaborate with City staff to select art
purchases for the Art in Public Places (APP) inventory.
•La Quinta Art Celebration to be held on March 3-6, 2022.
FISCAL IMPACT - None.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
As community liaisons and City ambassadors, commissioners are invited to
participate and assist staff in a supporting role at select City events, programs,
and committees/sub-committees. Participation includes serving on the Civic
Center Art Committee to select artwork to be featured in the APP inventory.
Civic Center Art Committee members will attend the La Quinta Art Celebration
in March 2022 to chose artwork for display at La Quinta City Hall, Civic Center
Park, La Quinta Library, and/or other public locations.
Prepared by: Michael Calderon, Community Resources Analyst
Approved by: Chris Escobedo, Community Resources Director
BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. 1
City of La Quinta
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: December 13, 2021
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: RECOMMED A RECIPIENT FOR THE 2022 SENIOR
INSPIRATION AWARD
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend to Council a recipient for the 2022 Senior Inspiration Award
Program.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
•Riverside County’s Senior Inspiration Award Program recognizes and
honors outstanding senior citizens for volunteer involvement.
•Each Coachella Valley city nominates a resident and/or volunteer for this
program.
•City staff requested nominations and received 4 nominees.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
Each year, the County of Riverside and Coachella Valley cities select a senior
citizen, 65 or older, to be recognized for their volunteerism and active
engagement in their community. Staff solicited nominations (Attachment 1)
from Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce, La Quinta Historical
Society, La Quinta Rotary Club, Friends of the La Quinta Library, La Quinta
Cove Neighborhood Association, Friends of the Desert Mountains, Coachella
Valley Rescue Mission, FIND Food Bank, Desert Classic Charities, Riverside
County Sheriff (La Quinta Police), Riverside County Fire, La Quinta Library and
La Quinta Museum. A call out for nominees was also done through social media.
The following nominations were received:
•Marge Dodge, nominated by SCOPE Events, LLC (La Quinta Art
Celebration)
•Phil La Greca, nominated by SCOPE Events, LLC (La Quinta Art
Celebration) and Linda Evans, Mayor of La Quinta
•Victory Grund, nominated by Linda Evans, Mayor of La Quinta
•Ada Nuckels, nominated by the Friends of the Desert Mountains
All nominees meet the criteria for the award and a brief synopsis is provided
(Attachment 2). The award will be presented at the Senior Inspiration Award
BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. 2
luncheon held on Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Fantasy Springs Casino in
Indio.
ALTERNATIVES – None.
Prepared by: Christina Calderon, Community Resources Manager
Approved by: Chris Escobedo, Community Resources Director
Attachments: 1. Letter requesting nominations
2. Nominations received
October 20, 2021
Thank you for your continued support and involvement with the City of La Quinta. This
letter is to invite you to assist us with seeking nominations for an outstanding senior.
Since 1992, and now in its 30th year, the County of Riverside and the nine incorporated
cities of the Coachella Valley have sponsored the Senior Inspiration Awards Luncheon.
Annually, each city selects one recipient as their outstanding senior for this event. The date
and location of the event will be announced later, but it will likely occur in the spring of
2022.
This is our collective opportunity to recognize our senior residents who have gone above
and beyond for our community. Nominations are now being accepted, and we invite you to
submit one or more names, along with a brief summary (max 150 words), stating why this
senior should be recognized for the La Quinta Senior Inspiration Award Honoree.
The County has provided the following criteria for potential honorees:
•The honoree should be at least 65 years or older;
•Reside and/or volunteer in La Quinta;
•Be actively involved in community affairs;
•Personifies a healthy, active and contributing attitude and lifestyle.
Nomination Forms are enclosed for your use and submission. Please complete one or
more Nomination Forms and return to Caroline Doran at the Wellness Center, 78-
450 Avenida La Fonda, La Quinta CA, 92253 no later than November 30, 2021. You
can also email the forms to her at: cdoran@laquintaca.gov.
Our deadline is needed to ensure the nominees are reviewed by our Community Services
Commission with recommendations to follow to the La Quinta City Council, who makes the
final approval. We have provided a list of our previous honorees for your convenience.
We’re proud of the contributions our residents make to our community. Let’s continue to
highlight and recognize the great work being accomplished by our La Quinta seniors. Thank
you!
Sincerely,
Linda Evans, Mayor
City of La Quinta
Riverside County Supervisor V. Manuel Perez presents
30TH ANNUAL
SENIOR INSPIRATION AWARDS
2022
The Senior Inspiration Awards is a beloved event in its 30th year. Every year, the County of Riverside and the Coachella Valley's
nine cities honor senior citizens 65 years of age and older who inspire others through their volunteerism and active engagement in
the community. This annual event honors these unsung heroes for their ongoing contribution and dedication to our communities.
If you would like to nominate someone for this honor, please complete this form and return to , Attention:
at 50 , , CA 92 or via email at
Official Nomination Form Deadline: Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Eligible recipients must:
•Be at least 65 years old
•Reside and/or volunteer in the Coachella Valley or Palo Verde Valley
•Be actively involved in community affairs for a lengthy period of time
•Deserve to receive recognition and/or may not otherwise receive recognition for his or her service to the community
•Personify a healthy, active, and contributing attitude and lifestyle
Nominee
Name of Nominee _______________________________________________ Phone ___________________________
Mailing Address _______________________________________________________________________
Email ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Organization Individual Volunteers With _________________________________________________________________
Years with Organization ____________________________________________________________________________
Nominator
Name of Nominator _______________________________________________ Phone ___________________________
City or Organization __________________________________ Email ________________________________________
Reason for Nomination _________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Marge Dodge
College of the Desert Library(COD) 2009-present; COD Foundation BOD, 2013-present; National League of American Pen Women,
BOD 2004-present; Muses & Patroness Circle of McCallum Theater, BOD 2014-2021; Literary Society of the Desert, Advisory Board,
2021-present; Old Town Artisan Studios, Advisory Board 2021-present; supporting other non-prots for women and education.
(760) 564-9329
79-305 Toronja, La Quinta, CA 92253
margedodge1@aol.com
La Quinta Art events (La Quinta Arts Foundation and SCOPE Events)
Total = 18 years
Kathleen Hughes (760) 777-9823
SCOPE Events, LLC Kat@scopeevents.org
Marge Dodge is a valued leader for La Quinta Art Celebration; Board of Directors (BOD), Friends of
(See Attachment)
Marge Dodge
La Quinta Art Events (La Quinta Arts Foundation and SCOPE Events)
Ms. Marge Dodge a Volunteer Leader who manages the entry gates for the
Art Events and entails many duties listed below:
o Cash handling at the front gates – train volunteers
o Choosing, training volunteers to work at the entry points
o Consistently knowledgeable on how many guests, vendors, artist,
volunteers, and workers are at the event at a given time (anyone can
audit event and Marge can give an accurate account of all participants.
o Handles ticket processing with Art Celebration finance- volunteers and
staff
o Volunteered her home for the Artist Home Hosting Program: artist stay
at Marge’s home without cost during their participation in the Art
Event. Note: last two years the Artist Home Hosting did not take place.
Ms. Marge Dodge is a volunteer with a myriad of organizations included on the
nomination form.
Riverside County Supervisor V. Manuel Perez presents
30TH ANNUAL
SENIOR INSPIRATION AWARDS
2022
The Senior Inspiration Awards is a beloved event in its 30th year. Every year, the County of Riverside and the Coachella Valley's
nine cities honor senior citizens 65 years of age and older who inspire others through their volunteerism and active engagement in
the community. This annual event honors these unsung heroes for their ongoing contribution and dedication to our communities.
If you would like to nominate someone for this honor, please complete this form and return to , Attention:
at 50 , , CA 92 or via email at
Official Nomination Form Deadline: Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Eligible recipients must:
•Be at least 65 years old
•Reside and/or volunteer in the Coachella Valley or Palo Verde Valley
•Be actively involved in community affairs for a lengthy period of time
•Deserve to receive recognition and/or may not otherwise receive recognition for his or her service to the community
•Personify a healthy, active, and contributing attitude and lifestyle
Nominee
Name of Nominee _______________________________________________ Phone ____________________________
Mailing Address _______________________________________________________________________
Email ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Organization Individual Volunteers With _________________________________________________________________
Years with Organization ____________________________________________________________________________
Nominator
Name of Nominator _______________________________________________ Phone ___________________________
City or Organization __________________________________ Email ________________________________________
Reason for Nomination _________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Phil La Greca
Services Commission, City of La Quinta; a California Naturalist from UC Riverside; a Certied Tourism Ambassador for Coachella Valley
Visitors Bureau; a shuttle driver for Coachella Valley Horse Rescue Mission’s fund raising, and Desert Adventures Guide.
(760) 774-1086
78-865 Via Trieste, La Quinta, CA 92253
pdlagreca@gmail.com
La Quinta Art events (La Quinta Arts Foundation and SCOPE Events)
Total = 9 years
Kathleen Hughes (760) 777-9823
SCOPE Events, LLC Kat@scopeevents.org
Phil La Greca is a valued leader for La Quinta Art Celebration, a Commissioner for the Community
(See Attachment)
Phil La Greca
•Volunteered with the La Quinta Art Celebration and another local art show for
about 7 years; donating his time, talent, and positive attitude before during
and after the event.
•Serves as a Naturalist with the Red Jeep Tours company, serving as an
ambassador for our valley and its history to residents and visitors alike.
•Volunteers with the Coachella Valley Horse Rescue organization by assisting
with moving horses/trailers and helping at annual events.
•Served on the LQ Community Services Commission for about three years.
Phil is an ambassador of health and wellness, as he is an avid cyclist, often
commuting to meetings, events, social gathering via bicycle throughout town. He
works to stay healthy and enjoys meeting people wherever he goes to brag about
how wonderful La Quinta is and how much he loves living here.
California Naturalist from UC Riverside – this was a four-month educational
class in which one learns more about the ecosystem of the Coachella Valley. Then
in turn you help to inventory and/or count plants, animals as a census to determine
how the Valley is doing as it continues to grow and become more populated. He has
not been active in this task the last two years as there is a lot of climbing steep
mountains involved as you evaluate the ecosystem.
Visit Greater Palm Springs Tourism Ambassador for the Coachella Valley -
This is a national organization program, and one must be updated every two years.
Phil is on his third year. He uses his learnings about valley events, where to go,
what to do, our destinations, recommends restaurants, and uses his education from
being a California Naturalist every day whether it is meeting new neighbors, when
he is out volunteering, riding his bike for 20 miles with his buddies or interacting
with the public in general. He is always surprised at how little people who live here
know so little about all the Valley has to offer. Some who live in La Quinta never
would consider going to Palm Springs for dinner and those in Palm Springs are
ignorant overall about the East Valley. This is such a valuable program that the
tourism board offers.
Jeep Eco Tours – For 11 years Phil has taken tourists to Joshua Tree, the San
Andreas Fault, Indian land, etc.….It is a means of him teaching visitors or new
residents about our ecosystem and what makes the Valley unique. During the
pandemic these tours skyrocketed in their popularity.
Coachella Valley Horse Rescue Mission Annual Fundraiser – This fundraiser
started 4 years ago and Phil has served twice being a shuttle driver to take
attendees from the parking lot to the reception area. It is a one-day event to gain
donations so that this non-profit organization can continue to save discarded
horses. The organization then utilizes these horses to teach children how to ride
and specializes in working with the disabled who seem to communicate well with
these animals.
Riverside County Supervisor V. Manuel Perez presents
30TH ANNUAL
SENIOR INSPIRATION AWARDS
2022
The Senior Inspiration Awards is a beloved event in its 30th year. Every year, the County of Riverside and the Coachella Valley's
nine cities honor senior citizens 65 years of age and older who inspire others through their volunteerism and active engageme nt in
the community. This annual event honors these unsung heroes for their ongoing contribution and dedication to our communities.
If you would like to nominate someone for this honor, please complete this form and return to Caroline Doran, Attention: Caroline
Doran or Monica Castaneda at 78450 Avenida La Fonda, La Quinta, CA 92253 or via email at cdoran@laquintaca.gov or
mcastaneda@laquintaca.gov
Official Nomination Form Deadline: Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Eligible recipients must:
•Be at least 65 years old
•Reside and/or volunteer in the Coachella Valley or Palo Verde Valley
•Be actively involved in community affairs for a lengthy period of time
•Deserve to receive recognition and/or may not otherwise receive recognition for his or her service to the community
•Personify a healthy, active, and contributing attitude and lifestyle
Nominee
Name of Nominee _______________________________________________ Phone ____________________________
Mailing Address ___________________________________________________________________________________
Email ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Organization Individual Volunteers With _________________________________________________________________
Years with Organization ________________________________________________________________________
Nominator
Name of Nominator _______________________________________________ Phone ___________________________
City or Organization _____________________________________ Email ________________________________________
Reason for Nomination _________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Victory Grund 360-632-2458
vic2dick@me.com
Old Town Artisan Studios
Founder - 2009
Linda Evans 760-899-3279
La Quinta Mayor levans@laquintaca.gov
SEE ATTACHMENT
Victory Grund
Founder of Old Town Artisan Studio in 2009; visionary of a dream of creating a
place for everyone to enjoy, learn, and experience art. Creator of programs for
children, people with disabilities, families, and seniors and veterans. Her giving
heart has inspired others to donate, expand programs to schools, offer classes, and
bring the passion of art to the hearts of thousands.
•La Quinta resident since 2006
•Victory founded OTAS, a non-profit organization that hosts art programs for
all ages on its three-acre campus.
•OTAS’s mobile art program has served several groups in the Coachella Valley
including senior centers, Boys & Girls Clubs, and Desert Arc.
•In 2020, OTAS provided over 25,000 unique art experiences to groups and
individuals and even offered therapeutic art programs on campus during the
COVID-19 pandemic while implementing strict COVID safety protocols.
Information received from her recognition as a City of La Quinta Pillar of the
Community:
Service Organizations
•March of Dimes 1950-1960
•Youth Life 1960-1970
Victory overcame severe polio to be featured as a March of Dimes poster child. She
was a youth leader with the Young Life organization in Seattle and served on their
International Board of Directors for six years. Upon becoming a valley snowbird,
she took a clay art class at Desert Art Center in Palm Springs. Art became her
therapy. Recognizing the steep decline in school funding for art programs, she
recruited a group of supporters and opened a studio in La Quinta open to all ages
and abilities with free classes. The studio grew and moved four times and is now
the three-acre Old Town Artisan Studios campus. OTAS has now become a non-
profit that serves other non-profits. Two mobile vans take art supplies and
instructors throughout the valley to senior centers, Boys and Girls Clubs, Desert Arc
and dozens of other groups. The art campus also hosts school field trips. Victory
was especially touched by a boy from Coachella who broke ranks and ran to the
grass where he rolled around. The teacher explained that he had never seen grass.
To Victory, those are the moments that matter. Whether she's working from her
office in the Pacific Northwest, directing activities on the art campus, or meeting
with influencers to further the mission, Victory is a true champion.
Riverside County Supervisor V. Manuel Perez presents
30TH ANNUAL
SENIOR INSPIRATION AWARDS
2022
The Senior Inspiration Awards is a beloved event in its 30th year. Every year, the County of Riverside and the Coachella Valley's
nine cities honor senior citizens 65 years of age and older who inspire others through their volunteerism and active engageme nt in
the community. This annual event honors these unsung heroes for their ongoing contribution and dedication to our communities.
If you would like to nominate someone for this honor, please complete this form and return to Caroline Doran, Attention: Caroline
Doran or Monica Castaneda at 78450 Avenida La Fonda, La Quinta, CA 92253 or via email at cdoran@laquintaca.gov or
mcastaneda@laquintaca.gov
Official Nomination Form Deadline: Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Eligible recipients must:
•Be at least 65 years old
•Reside and/or volunteer in the Coachella Valley or Palo Verde Valley
•Be actively involved in community affairs for a lengthy period of time
•Deserve to receive recognition and/or may not otherwise receive recognition for his or her service to the community
•Personify a healthy, active, and contributing attitude and lifestyle
Nominee
Name of Nominee _______________________________________________ Phone ____________________________
Mailing Address ___________________________________________________________________________________
Email ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Organization Individual Volunteers With _________________________________________________________________
Years with Organization ____________________________________________________________________________
Nominator
Name of Nominator _______________________________________________ Phone ___________________________
City or Organization _____________________________________ Email ________________________________________
Reason for Nomination _________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Ada Nuckels
Leads and Coordinates Interpretative hikes:
Moon light hikes –family hike to enjoy the outdoors and share knowledge
that people are stewards of the environment to enjoy for many years. Moon
light hikes are offered to families throughout the valley.
Guided hikes – i.e., partnered with Housing Coalition to bring in children
from East valley to experience nature. Included during the hikes is sharing
information on the importance of honoring the environment by staying on the
trails, importance of habitat for endangered animals (big horned sheep,
fringe toed lizards)
Organizes groups such as:
Weed Warriors. Control and remove invasive weed species that threaten
sand dune habitats, including Saharan Mustard, and Fountain Grass and
Saharan Mustard (invasive weeds consume scarce water and overrun native
plants that desert animals feed on.
Trails Preservation – complaints are called in to Ms. Nuckels will forwards
to the appropriate department at Friends of the Desert Mountains. Volunteers
are organized to clean up graffiti and maintain and rebuild trails damaged by
storms to maintain safety for trail users.
Ada Nuckels began hiking at age 66. By the age of 67, she was leading people of all
ages into the many and varied trails in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains
National Monument. One of her favorite adventures is taking groups on Moonlight
Hikes in the La Quinta Cove. In addition to planning, scheduling, coordinating and
essentially masterminding the whole program, Ada takes the love she has for our
local mountains and trails and pours it into the people who are fortunate enough to
follow her into the wild. For the past decade, Ada has studied the plants, the
animals, the geology, the history, and the trails, and she readily shares her
knowledge with anyone willing to learn. Ada makes the desert come alive and
allows people to see what she sees and love what she loves. Many people return
again and again to experience the connection to the land that Ada makes possible.
Ada’s dedication does not end there, however. She has spent countless hours--day
and night--educating children and adults, removing invasive weeds, cleaning up
trash, assisting with wildlife surveys, scouting and maintaining trails, and creating
new ways for more people to connect to the land. Most importantly, Ada also
dedicates a great deal of time while off the trail to recruiting, encouraging, supporting
and inspiring other people to volunteer their time to do all of these things and
more. Friends Volunteer programs thrive because Ada has been there, behind the
scenes, making sure that things happen.
When you encounter the beauty of our local mountains, you recognize why people
choose to spend time here. And whether you know it or not, all of our continued
enjoyment of these mountains, whether it is for an evening, a weekend, or a lifetime,
is in no small part due to Ada’s work.
City of La Quinta
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION: December 13, 2021
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: APPROVE ADDITIONS TO THE PREQUALIFIED ARTISTS LIST
RECOMMENDATION
Approve additions to the prequalified artists list.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
•During the September 13, 2021 Commission meeting, staff highlighted
the Commission Roadmap which included expanding the list of
prequalified artists.
•On October 8, 2021 a Request for Proposals (RFQ) was published on
the City website. The deadline for submissions was November 19, 2021.
•13 proposals were received and reviewed by staff. The proposals are
being presented to the Commission for consideration. Upon approval,
the artist will be added to the City’s prequalified artists list and therefore
eligible for consideration for upcoming art opportunities.
FISCAL IMPACT - None.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
During the September 13 Commission meeting, staff discussed the City’s
program lineup which continues to emphasize art, culture, and recreation.
Staff presented the revised Commission Roadmap that highlights the
Commission’s priorities and outlines the City initiatives that may occur
throughout the year. Staff are focusing efforts on revamping the Art in Public
Places program and as a component of the roadmap are expanding the
prequalified artists list. Staff published an the RFQ for art qualifications on
October 8, 2021 with the deadline being November 19, 2021. Thirteen (13)
submissions were received and are being presented to the Commission for
review. Artists who are approved for the list are eligible for consideration for
upcoming art opportunities within the City.
Prepared and approved by: Michael Calderon, Community Resources Analyst
Attachment: 1. Artist RFQ Submissions
BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. 3
Aragorn – Artwork photos and info
Leaping Eagle Ray. Copper. Private commission for the Hunger family, Oil Nut Bay. Completed 2019.
Valued at $40,000.00
‘The Crown’, The Temple of the Elders, Necker Island ,BVI. Hand worked Copper, Completed 2020.
Value including installation cost $85,000.00
‘The Nomads Journey’ ,Astana, Kazakhstan,2017. 10’ tall, CNC laser cut steel,Fire Cube.
Value $50,000.00
‘The Dream of Human Harmony’ 2011, Changchun , China. 14’ tall , hand plasma cut steel Fire Ball.
Value $95,000.00.
Virgin Voyager, Bimini, Bahamas, 2020. 3x8’ Hand plasma cut, steel Fire Balls. Value $120,000.00
‘Natures Victory’ 2018 , 10 Castle Street,Cranbourne,UK. 6’tall, hand plasma cut steel Pyramid.Valued at
$40,000.00
Since, I suspect, fire is somewhat taboo in your region, I would love to
make a steel or bronze sculpture that an Olive Tree can grow through
over time. I have some beautiful 6’ 1/2” thick steel spheres ideally
suited for such a piece. This piece I think would be most suiting to La
Quinta’s environment as a positive, yet thought provoking work of art.
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A s h l e y C h u r c h A r t
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P r e p a r e d f or
L a Q u i n t a A r t I n P r u b l i c P l a c e s
P r o g r a m
11 x 14
Acrylic
Commission for client of Moab, UT
$2,800
Moon Flower Canyon: 2021
6 P IE C E S O F
A RT W O R K
24 x 36
Acrylic
Commission for client of Death Valley N.P
$5,500
Sacred Sands: 2020
24 x 26
Acrylic
Commission for client of Santa Fe, NM
$4,800
Those Who Came Before Us: 2021
11 x 14
Acrylic
Commission for client of Tucson, AZ
$2,800
Soaring Into Uncertainty: 2021
11 x 14
Acrylic
Commission for client of Mt. Lemmon, AZ
$2,800
Sonoran Spirit Guides: 2021
10 ft x 15 ft
Durango, CO
Commission for Defenders Of
$10,000
Rocky Mountain Wolf Mural: 2020
Wildlife on Wolf Conservation
CASSANDRA BURGESS
Loyal Ln, Pollock Pines, Ca / (916)-300-6392- Cassandramburgess@gmail.com
November 12, 2021
City of La Quinta Community Services,
I am a professional artist in the Sacramento area.I am writing in regards to being
placed in the artist list in La Quinta. I have been involved in the artist community of
Sacramento and have loved using my art to better the community. It is an honor to be
involved in beautifying the city through art.
I started out painting and doing commission pieces in my studio. Over time, I
expanded my artwork to be shared in the community through murals, live paintings, artist
wraps and art showings.My small portfolio provided and my website,
cassandraburgess.com, showcases my artistic ability and diverse artworks allowing me to
work with a wide range of clients.
I look forward to working with the city of La Quinta.
ARTWORK
Cassandraburgess.com
@Gingerain7
Artist Wraps -Rancho Cordova
Murals Recent/current
In progress currently working on - Living water Preschool, Sacramento
Old Roseville , Bike shop 2020
Art installation, Living water Church, Elk Grove 2019
Art installation, Wilton 2020
Paintings
Most recent- 2020
Cover Letter on the Proposing Firm
CJRDesign is a full-service professional sculpture studio specializing in large-
scale abstract designs, fabricating unique works of art, which reflect our customer’s
values and artistic vision. We have worked with architects, public arts programs,
individuals, developers, and many community committees to help them all through
the process of finding art works that exceed their project expectations. All the
works are created using computer design and engineering programs to allow us to
produce site-specific sculptures at any scale. Once the design phase and engineering
is completed, we apply our twenty plus years of experience developing, fabricating,
finishing, delivering, and installing your one-of-a-kind sculpture to your site.
CJRDesign has been producing sculptures for over sixteen years and has placed over
thirty-two large-scale works for both public and private commissions in over
twenty-two states, Europe, and Canada. All the sculptures are designed and
fabricated in our Hood River Oregon studio. The 3800 square foot Hood River
studio staff includes two design and administrative people a CAD drafter and four
full time welders.
With our commitment to sustainability, we try to use a minimum of 10% and up to
30% recycled stainless and mild steel to complete the fabrication of the internals of
the sculpture. Although this will not be noticeable with the finished product, it is a
way for CJRDesign to be environmentally conscience and a good talking point
among the community and stakeholders of the projects.
At CJRDesign we pride ourselves on making sure all our previous customers are
happy to be references and almost everyone of our customers have returned to
contract us for other projects in their community. I view that as proof to o ur daily
commitment to quality, strict timelines, budgets and making it easy for our
customers. I can assure you that we can produce an iconic community-valued work
of art for any of your projects, with-in your time frame and at or below your budget.
I hope to have the opportunity to bring my expertise to your project s and that you
will see the creativity and timelessness inherent in my existing works.
My Best cjrdesignstudio.com
C.J. Rench 541.399.3830
Colin Selig
Sculpture + Site Furnishings
www.colinselig.com
+1.925.457.5060
info@colinselig.com
1547 Palos Verdes #315
Walnut Creek, California 94597
Introduction letter of interest
Dear City of La Quinta Art in Public Places Program,
I’m excited by your request for qualification for public art that will help shape The City’s visual identity, enhance the quality of life of its
residents, attract visitors and support economic growth of its businesses. My seating and sculpture has been used in this way in dozens
of installations across the US in streetscapes, parks and plazas, municipal buildings, healthcare facilities and commercial properties.
My work has been honored with national and international awards for its sustainable and technical qualities including the ‘Most
Interesting Products Award’ from the American Society of Landscape Architects and the ‘Exhibitor’s Choice Gold Award’ at the
Smithsonian Craft Show. I was also recently named by CODAworx as one of 2021 top 25 “Creative Revolutionaries” leading changes
forward in the arts.
My eco-friendly process is to repurpose regionally sourced scrap steel propane tanks by carefully dissecting and reassembling the
pieces, with no additional reshaping of the material, a method with a minimal carbon footprint that produces durable objects which
contain 99% post-consumer reused content. My hope is that my work inspires others to consider new possibilities for reusing
materials.
Thank you for considering my qualifications!
Best,
-Colin Selig
Colin Selig
Sculpture + Site Furnishings
www.colinselig.com
+1.925.457.5060
info@colinselig.com
1547 Palos Verdes #315
Walnut Creek, California 94597
Dublin park sculpture
Arachnicat is a whimsical, climbable biomorphic sculpture commissioned in 2020 for Clover Park, in Dublin, California. Combining an insect’s
body, feline ears and a scorpion's tail this artwork has three seating surfaces which also serve as steps for kids who want to climb higher.
Dimensions: 10’ x 12’ x 6’ Budget: $36K
Colin Selig
Sculpture + Site Furnishings
www.colinselig.com
+1.925.457.5060
info@colinselig.com
1547 Palos Verdes #315
Walnut Creek, California 94597
Palo Alto streetscape
In 2016 The City of Palo Alto purchased five seats for their public art collection and installed them at prominent sites along the commercial
section of University Avenue, at the intersections of Emerson, Bryant and Waverly. Dimensions: 8’ x 3’ x 3’ Budget: $21K
Colin Selig
Sculpture + Site Furnishings
www.colinselig.com
+1.925.457.5060
info@colinselig.com
1547 Palos Verdes #315
Walnut Creek, California 94597
Napa Squirrel
Poised to jump into the intersection, Squirrel is a whimsical, biomorphic sculpture which was installed at First and Franklin streets in downtown
Napa, California as part of a two year art walk exhibition in 2017. Dimensions: 5’ x 3’ x 4’ Value: $8K
Colin Selig
Sculpture + Site Furnishings
www.colinselig.com
+1.925.457.5060
info@colinselig.com
1547 Palos Verdes #315
Walnut Creek, California 94597
Newport Beach Scorpion
Scorpion overlooks the Newport Beach Civic Center in a two year sculpture exhibition in 2021, sponsored by the Newport Beach Arts
Foundation. Dimensions: 7’ x 5’ x 6’ Value: $17K
Colin Selig
Sculpture + Site Furnishings
www.colinselig.com
+1.925.457.5060
info@colinselig.com
1547 Palos Verdes #315
Walnut Creek, California 94597
Key West pedestrian mall
In 2019 The City of Key West, Florida, transformed a block of Duvall Street, at the southern most point in the US, from parking spaces into a
pedestrian mall featuring five of Colin Selig's benches. Dimensions: 10’ x 3’ x 3’ Budget: $26K
Colin Selig
Sculpture + Site Furnishings
www.colinselig.com
+1.925.457.5060
info@colinselig.com
1547 Palos Verdes #315
Walnut Creek, California 94597
Lindsay Wildlife Experience spider
Installed in the front planting bed, the spider-like shape of Pentarachnid appears to be crawling down the hillside, injecting an anticipatory energy for
both children and adults as they approach the main entrance to the Lindsay Wildlife Museum in Walnut Creek, California, whose mission is to connect
people with wildlife. After this exhibition it was sold in 2018 to The City of Malden, MA, and installed along a bike path. Dimensions: 8’ x 6’ x 5’
Value: $12K
Eric Holt Sculpture
www.holtsculpture.com
eric@holtsculpture.com
503-710-0711
Clovis, California
Image list for La Quinta Artist Roster
1. “Machines of Loving Grace”. Stainless Steel/ Corten Steel. 145”x 44”x 42”. Lake Oswego, Or.
2. “Burning with Optimism’s Flame”. Corten Steel/ Painted Steel. 111”x 38”x 38”. Tucson, Az.
3. “Sweetest Devotion”. Corten Steel. 88”x 42”x 32”. Private Collection. Oregon.
4. “Absolute Music”. Corten Steel/ Stone. 92”x 48”x 33”. Private Collection, La Quinta.
5. “Praying Hands”. Stainless Steel/ Painted Steel. 98” x 56”x 28”. Carmel, Ca.
6. “Supergrass”. Aluminum/ Bamboo. 32’x8’x1’. Kaiser Permanente, Orchards, Wa.
7. “Sweet Leaf”. Corten Steel. 56”x 84”x 28”. Private Collection, Seattle, Wa.
1. Machines of Loving Grace
2. Burning with Optimism’s Flame
3. Sweetest Devotion 4. Absolute Music
5. Absolute Music
7. Sweat Leaf
6. Supergrass
8003 SE 17th Avenue, Portland, OR 97202, USA • +1 (503) 329-5203 • info@JulianVossAndreae.com • www.JulianVossAndreae.com
COVER LETTER
Julian Voss-Andreae
8003 SE 17th Avenue, Portland, OR 97202
Phone: (503) 329-5203
Email: JulianVossAndreae@gmail.com
All information and pricing provided in this proposal is valid for at least ninety (90) days.
Any person involved in producing work for the city of La Quinta will be free of any
conflict of interest.
IMAGES
Title of Work: Spannungsfeld
Year: 2014
Media: Stainless steel, granite plinths
Size: 10’ x 70’ x 6’
Location: University of Minnesota, Minneapolis-St Paul, MN
Budget: $319,000
Commissioning Agency: University of Minnesota
Brief Description: Two monumental kneeling figures, a man and a woman, look at each other over a
distance, their gesture activating the space of a public plaza between them. Made of parallel slabs of
steel, both figures visually disappear for the viewer standing directly in front of them.
Title of Work: Agave Dreams
Year: 2016
Media: Painted and polished stainless steel
Size: 10’ x 12’ x 6’
Location: Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
Budget: $78,100
Commissioning Agency: Texas Tech University
Brief Description: The installation for the Plant Sciences department consists of a 10' tall kneeling female
figure holding a life agave plant between her hands.
Title of Work: Samantha
Year: 2016
Media: Stainless steel and kiln-formed colored glass
Size: 99” x 33” x 22”
Location: Private Residence
Budget: $85,000
Commissioning Agency: Private collection
Brief Description: This sculpture features 600 individually kiln-formed colored glass windows.
Title of Work: Garment of Destiny
Year: 2021
Media: Stainless steel and programmable LED lights
Size: 10’ x 6’ x 6’
Location: Washington Gladden Social Justice Park, Columbus, OH
Budget: $208,000
Commissioning Agency: First Congregational Church
Brief Description: A group of people, promoting diversity and unity within the
community. Made of parallel slabs of steel, the figures visually disappear for the
viewer standing directly in front of them.
Title of Work: Poly
Year: 2017
Media: Cast Bronze with patina, plants
Size: 73” x 83” x 46”
Location: Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA
Budget: $85,000
Commissioning Agency: Georgia Institute of Technology
Brief Description: "Poly" for was inspired by my ongoing investigations into the physics of fluids and foams
and explorations of the human form. Reminiscent of the patterns of light in water as well as the shape of
biological cells, this larger-than-life bronze will eventually be permeated by plants.
Title of Work: Four Monumental Portrait Busts (P, J, I, and L)
Year: 2021
Media: Stainless steel
Size: 109” x 55” x 65” (without plinth)
Location: Rancho LB Sculpture Park, Valle De Bravo, Mexico
Budget: $715,440
Commissioning Agency: Private Client
Brief Description: 4 large busts of the client’s children made of parallel slabs of steel, both figures visually
disappear for the viewer standing directly in front of them. They are displayed in the central area of 4
garden bordering each other.
Qualifications
Each public art project has its own potential and my approach is to create a new design for each opportunity. I am a
sculptor based in Boise who specializes in creating enduring works from metal. For over 25 years I have been sculpting
contemporary works that combine clean, flowing lines with unexpected details. My fabrication skill set serves not only
my own art but allows me the opportunity to collaborate with artists of other disciplines to design and create unique
works. Regionally I have collaborated with many Boise artists on a number of recent projects and have worked with
the nationally renowned sculptor Arthur Higgins. Some of my recent notable works are Circuitree for Greeley,
Colorado; Transference for Boise State University; a multiple sculpture design and installation for The City of Bend,
Oregon; an entryway sculpture for the Inn at 500 in Boise, Idaho; 24/7 and Call and Respond for Fire Stations #4 and
#8 in Boise, Idaho; a kinetic sculpture powered by the wind for Heroes Park in Meridian, Idaho; an iconic free-standing
sculpture Spiral of Injustice at the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial in Boise, Idaho; a kinetic sculpture
representing a historic park and it’s relationship with the surrounding community throughout time for Munson Park in
Norfolk, Virginia; and A New Leaf, an entryway sculpture for Bates Technical College in Tacoma, Washington.
Working in primarily metal allows the flexibility to produce both delicate and monumental objects of art that can live
in almost any space. The materials I work in most often are aluminum and stainless steel which are extremely versatile
for lasting outdoor installations. The meticulous construction methods that my studio employs often give a seamless
quality to the art to emphasize the elegant lines of the design. Color is used carefully to enliven the space and I often
incorporate other materials in the work as important details. Recent pieces have utilized gilding, mosaic, acrylic and
specialized finishes to enhance the design. These projects have required working with architects, contractors,
engineers, neighborhood associations and city planners in a team effort. The resulting art is a combination of artistic
vision, solid craftsmanship, and careful integration of the piece in the natural setting. Because I fabricate my own
designs, I’m able to offer “more sculpture” so to speak as I don’t have the cost of hiring someone else to build my
artworks, and also gives me the advantage of being in better control of meeting timelines and staying within budget.
I am confident in my abilities to design, fabricate and install unique artwork for the City of La Quinta. The skills needed
to do so; creative design, meticulous craftsmanship, solid fabrication, and practical experience with permanent
materials; are skills that I have been employing on many individual installations internationally.
This is an exciting opportunity to create artwork that captures the essence of the community to both uplift and
provoke thought in those who interact with it. I believe that my own artistic vision united with years of professional
design, fabrication, and collaborative working experience contribute to give me extensive knowledge of working on
artwork as well as combine to make me a unique candidate.
Thank you for your consideration,
Ken McCall
Past Works
Gilded River
2016
$130,000
22’ x 50’ x 50’ stainless steel, aluminum and
gold leaf
Roundabout collection – Bend, OR
Created for the roundabout collection in Bend, OR, this
kinetic sculpture features five stylized “trees” that
engage the surrounding space and created a strong
signature presence. The frequent breezes create a
rippling effect amongst the 500+ golden leaves.
Transference
2015
$24,000
15’ x 16’ x 3’ powder coated steel and acrylic
Boise State University – Boise, ID
Created for the City of Boise and Boise State
University, Transference celebrates Boise’s
success in geothermal energy. While the colors
illustrate the cooling and heating of the water,
the panels show the actual map locations of
buildings in Boise and on BSU’s campus receiving
the geothermal system.
Journey of Heroes
2017
$73,000
32’ x 15’ x 15’ powder coated steel and aluminum
Heroes Park – Meridian, ID
This kinetic sculpture created for Heroes Park in
Meridian, ID, moves in the wind representing
adventure, transformation and change. While the large
aluminum sails depict the harnessing of wind power,
the
illustrated ghost images pay tribute to courageous
individuals throughout history.
Symmetry
2016
$30,000
20’ x 30’ x 15’ powder coated steel
and aluminum
Inn at 500 – Boise, ID
A private commission for the Inn at
500 in Boise, ID, “Symmetry” was
designed to represent the delicate
balance in nature. The idea was
inspired by one of the Boise’s most
prized assets; trees. The large,
spiraled aluminum sections house
the small kinetic leaves, which spin
and turn in the wind.
24/7
2017
$45,000
20’ x 15’ x 2’ stone, steel and acrylic
Fire Station #4 – Boise, ID
Inspired by the constant service our
firefighters dedicate to the community,
the design of this functioning sundial
sculpture incorporates details
representing the mission of the fire
station. The sundial’s daytime shadow,
the Maltese Cross and the Helmet light
at night to signify the continuous hours
firefighters devote.
Arlo Agoseris
2014
$9,500
15’ x 16’ x 16’ aluminum, stainless steel, and steel
Liquidity Wines – B.C., Canada
A private commission for Liquidity Wines in B.C.,
Canada, this kinetic sculpture represents the element
of wind. Present throughout mythology and folklore,
this Mountain Dandelion’s entire top turns while the
wind blows.
Boise & Interurban Railway
2019
$33,000
20’ x 23’ x 4.5’ steel
Roundabout Collection –
Nampa, ID
Representing one of the
trolley cars from the
historic Boise & Interurban
Railway, this free-standing
sculpture created for the
Nampa Highway District is
displayed in the center
island of a roundabout in
Nampa, ID.
Heron Park Bench
2019
$5,000
7’x 4’ x 6’ power coated steel
Heron Park – Garden City, ID
Created for Garden SITy’s Art Bench
program, this site specific bench was
inspired by its location along the
Greenbelt at Heron Park in Garden
City, ID.
LETTER OF INTEREST
I am a multimedia artist known for my distinctive designs inspired by butterflies. My signature butterfly oasis
installations integrate as an orchestra of vivid colors and light into a visually bold and beautiful interior and
exterior designs. It carries a message of faith to inspire others to attain their highest potential. It creates an
inspirational and memorable platform that affirms nature and the energy of life.
I have installed my butterflies sculpture and murals in multiple locations in the U.S. and throughout Central
America and Europe. My first monumental butterfly sculpture, “Ananda,” was commissioned by the former
first Lady of Panama, Ms. Lorena Castillo, and the United Nations Director of Communications & Global
Advocacy, Anne Marie Hou. “Ananda” is a 7-feet tall butterfly sculpture that was installed at the United Nations
headquarters in Geneva to support their 2016 Program on HIV/AIDS Zero Discrimination Campaign. “Ananda”
celebrates the inherent contentment, joy and fulfillment of existence, and it was created as a symbol to
promote diversity, inclusion and equality around the world. “Ananda” is now part of the United Nations private
art collection.
Other recent art installations include:
1. The Migration of My Dreams, currently installed at the Newport Beach Civic Center, CA, is a collection of
5 metal sculptures ranging between 6 and 3.5 feet designed to capture the spirit of people who migrate to
follow their dreams;
2. The Dance of the Butterflies mural in West Hollywood, CA, represents the celebration of love, acceptance,
respect and equality. It became one the most well-known mural in Los Angeles, and it was selected among the
“100 Most Photogenic Spots in Los Angeles” by Los Angeles Magazine;
3. The Butterfly Harmony Piano for the City of Beverly Hills and the Wallis Annenberg Center for the
Performing Arts Sing for Hope Pianos program. The Butterfly Harmony Piano is an expression of my aim to
always encourage others to shine - to become the best they can be –
for themselves, for others, and ultimately, for the whole of humanity;
4. The Vida Mural in Lancaster, California pays homage to the constructs of life. Its purpose is to promote
a message of new “Life (Vida)” and possibilities to those less fortunate. The mural aims to evoke a sense of
taking action, serving the needs of the community, and creating opportunities so that we can grow together as
a stronger society. An open invitation for all of us to be present;
5. Ill Camino della Farfalla commissioned by the City of Panama, Panama. It is a butterfly mural painted on
eight sets of stairs in one of Panama City’s oldest district. The installation project was granted by the District
Mayor office with the intention to connect people with the present moment and engage their spirit with a
colorful journey;
6. The Dream Big digital video billboard displayed at 46th street in Time Square New York. It was showcased
on a 15,000 square feet LED screen as part of the See Me Take Over exhibit; and
7. The Confetto mural commissioned A&I Fine Art and Photography printing company as part of the Mural
Alley in North Hollywood. The mural was named after the Italian word “Confetto” that in Italian means
“small sweets.”
As an artist, I have experienced how public art can vastly contribute to the design and the cultural vitality of
a community and its public spaces; illuminating what makes a place unique with an aesthetic appeal. Public
art provides a free and beautiful forum for artistic expression and the promotion of the social usefulness of a
place. Public art offers the opportunity to promote the participation and engagement of community members
and the integration of diverse innovative ideas during the creative and installation process. I have witnessed
how public art can define a community identity and enrich people lives.
I am a multicultural person, born and raised in Panama, living in the USA, and working at the national and
international level. Working with people from different cultural backgrounds has presented me with unique
opportunities for collaboration and creativity. I have learned how important it is to promote the participation
of community members and stakeholders during the conceptualization, design and installation of my art.
I respect and acknowledge people’s contribution at all levels of the creative process.
I constantly witness and experience the emerging needs for diversity and inclusion of new concepts and the
interpretation of new ideas within communities and through their public spaces. Installation of my work
would demonstrate the commitment to ethnic diversity and to creating a rich cultural tapestry that includes
influences from countries around the world.
My creative and innovative expertise will provide an extraordinary example of how to integrate the design
work of artists into the development and evolution of The City of La Quinta as an art and cultural destination.
I look forward to having the opportunity to work with the City of La Quinta’s Art in Public Places Program.
Marisabel Bazan
Address: 820 Westbourne Drive #5,
West Hollywood, CA 90069
Phone Number: (310) 409-8681
E-mail: info@maisabelbazan.com
www.marisabelbazan.com
LIST OF SIX (6) IMAGES OF COMPLETED
PAST ARTWORKS
ANANDA
Mixed Media on Metal 7 x 7 x 1.5 ft
UN AIDS Headquartes, Geneva
THE MIGRATION OF MY DREAMS
Mixed Media on Metal
Five works, each 3.5 x 3.5 x 6 ft.
Newport Beach Civic Center Sculpture Garden, CA
DREAM BIG
Digital Video Billboard 15 x 15 ft.
Time Square, New York
THE DANCE OF THE BUTTERFLIES
Mixed Media on Concrete 14 x 110 ft.
West Hollywood, CA
VIDA MURAL
Mixed Media on Concrete 13.5 x 15.5 ft.
Lancaster, CA
ILL CAMINO DELLA FARFALLA
Mixed Media on Concrete 100 x 10 ft. x 10 in.
Panama City,Panama
La Quinta RFQ
MONICA WYATT
11024 Wrightwood Lane
Studio City, CA 91604
Monicawy8@gmail.com
All information and pricing provided below is valid for at least
ninety (90) days, and any individual performing work for the City
is free of any conflict of interest.
Statement of Qualifications:
Monica Wyatt: Adding the Personal Element to a Public Space
If public art is meant to inspire extraordinary experiences in
ordinary places, my bronze sculptures and assemblage
installations embody extraordinary experiences derived from the
ordinary. Celebrating women and family, love and nature, and
tangible tender spots of affection, my work adds a personal
human element to a public space.
Should I be selected as a Pre-Qualified Artist and assigned a
future project, my goal would be to make a public art piece that
is the pride of La Quinta. I’m confident that my work has the
presence and artistic merit to transform a space and connect a
community. While my figurative sculptures and assemblage
pieces may be abstract and whimsical, my approach to a public
art opportunity would be methodical and collaborative. I would
propose to engage community stakeholders, asking what is
lacking in their space, what do they like, want more of and need?
I would discern the rhythms and natural axes of the space and
address ways to improve usage, while sparking imagination and
involvement.
As an exceptional Pre-Qualified Artist candidate, I feel well
prepared to realize a project with the highest standards. In my
freshman year at UC Berkeley, I embarked on a major in
Environmental Design. I learned about public planning, the flow
of public spaces, the power of engaging and enhancing the users’
experience, and how to read plans. I also have considerable
experience working on a team, managing multi-million dollar
budgets, problem solving, and delivering on time and on budget.
Although I switched majors, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in
English literature, I never lost my passion and ability to visualize
space, volume, and peoples’ relationships within them.
In June, 2020, my sculpture, I’m Listening, was one of ten works
chosen out of more than 300 submissions for the Newport Beach
Civic Center Sculpture Garden, where it will be installed through
June, 2022. To create this four-foot high sculpture, I employed
3D laser enlargement. I started with a small bronze maquette
which, once scanned, became a four-foot high foam enlargement.
I refined the foam, had a mold made, then cast this 400-pound
bronze sculpture. I am comfortable and confident in the
implementation of this enlarging process.
I dream of creating a monumental sculptural rendition of I’m
Listening in which the figure of the child is six feet tall, with the
parents towering above, transporting the viewer back to
childhood reflections. Ultimately, I envision this sculpture as one
of La Quinta’s city jewels, a work of art that connects the
community and prompts contemplation and interaction. Perhaps
this sculpture would become a landmark gathering place, a
seating hub, or a good luck touchstone that excites inspiration
and creativity. I would return to the site regularly and stay
involved with the artwork and its new collective family.
I’M LISTENING, 48H x 31.5W x 35.25D inches (does not include
base), bronze, 2020-2022, Newport Beach Civic Center Sculpture
Garden, $58,000
CIRCLE OF LIFE, 28H x 35W x 26D inches, bronze, 2016,
private corporate collection, $29,000
LEARNING TO FLY, 20.5H x 17.5W x 13.5 D inches, bronze,
2016, $7400
WIGGLE MY TOES, 22H x 21W x 17D inches, bronze, 2017,
$9500
STRUTTIN’ MY STUFF, 15H x 4.75W x 10D inches, bronze,
2017, $4050
WHEN SHADOWS CHASE THE LIGHT, variable size, 5000
acrylic orbs, 24,000 hairnets, LED lighting, acrylic high bay
lenses, monofilament, 2020, Brand Gallery Art Center, $150,000
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(c) Images of completed past artworks
StrataSphere
26” diameter sphere on 46” tall pole
Copper & brass with stainless steel ball bearings
2001-current
This sculpture has five independent revolving elements that use copper cones to capture
air currents of almost any speed. Its movement is similar to gyroscopes within gyroscopes
as the entire sculpture takes on a random yet graceful spinning motion in the wind. All
joints are silver-brazed by hand and precision miniature stainless steel ball bearings are
used at all pivot points for friction-free movement. Video link: https://www.youtube-
nocookie.com/embed/ggGXq8NtBIQ?autoplay=1&iv_load_policy=3&loop=1&modestbranding=1&playlist=gg
GXq8NtBIQ
$2770
5
Cosmo II
Kinetics are 35” diameter, 44” tall on 46” tall pole
Stainless steel
2019-current
This hand-polished stainless steel kinetic sculpture is made of 24 spinning hemispheres
vibrantly revolving on 6 independent axes. The sculpture’s center tube supports its 6 axes
where wind-catching cups spin independently from angled stainless steel tubing. This piece
reacts to gentle breezes yet withstands intense winds. Video link: https://www.youtube-
nocookie.com/embed/GyZVgZ1AwSg?autoplay=1&iv_load_policy=3&loop=1&modestbranding=1&playlist=G
yZVgZ1AwSg
$3500
6
Helix
Kinetics are 16” wide, 36” tall on 34” pole
Copper & brass with stainless steel ball bearings
2010-current
Helix has two independent revolving spiral arms that use copper “leaves” to capture even
gentle breezes. The arms move in opposite directions. Its movement is reminiscent of
undulating seaweed as it takes on a very graceful motion in the wind. All joints are silver-
brazed by hand for extraordinary strength. Video link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXNQn0LHGTU&list=PLOVhoYHlzt7MJSPys1LyhWbSQKim9ao_Y
$850
7
Cosmo
Overall height, 14.5’. Kinetics, 6.5’ tall, 5’10” wide. Base, 8’ tall x 5’ diameter
Stainless steel, steel
2019
Cosmo’s steel tower rises to support its kinetics that have 6 independent rotating elements
wind powered by 24 hemispheres. This piece received an Honorarium from Burning Man
Arts and was built for Burning Man 2019. It is precisely balanced and easily withstood the
50 mph playa winds. It is currently on display at the Newport Beach Sculpture Exhibition.
Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZC4xQGc-qUM
$25,000
8
StrataSphere, 36”
36” diameter sphere on 66” tall pole
Copper, brass with stainless steel ball bearings
2018-current
This larger scale version of our 26” StrataSphere is constructed of lightweight tubing with
oversized cones that make it extremely responsive to the wind. It has five independent
revolving elements using copper cones to capture even gentle breezes. Its movement is
similar to gyroscopes within gyroscopes as the entire sculpture takes on a random yet
graceful spinning motion in the wind. Video link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtIOf31tDJo&list=PLOVhoYHlzt7OFOfu0Q427RSPNVB4ijZoU.
$6500
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Resistance is Futile
Chromed plumbing, found objects, mechanical contrivances, welded steel and glass sphere
18″ diameter glass sphere on 42″ tall base
2010
This project was an adventure in creativity. VCR, camera, car and computer parts, to name
a few, were assembled to create this “mind control device”.
NFS
• 1. COVER LETTER-Tell us a bit about yourself.
I am originally from Brigantine which is a small island next to Atlantic City in New Jersey. I gained a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree
from Mason Gross College of the Arts at Rutgers University of NJ, in Theatrical Design, emphasis in Lighting Design.
Relocating to our Desert Valley 20 years ago, where I held roles of Lighting Designer at the Key Club at Morongo Casino, as w ell as
the same role at Caltech in Pasadena (where as a staff member was fortunate to attend Art Classes). I was later offered by a colleague
a technician position with PSAV Audio Visual (now ENCORE) where shortly after joining the company was offered the role of Director of
Event Technology to which I have held for the last 7 years.
Peppered during the last 20 years other projects I have been fortunate to light include the World Premieres of Ray Bradbury’s 2016
(US premier; Laguna Beach & Pasadena), while the European Premier at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland. I have designed
many productions at Palm Canyon Theatre, Green Room Theatre, and College of the Desert. While being a mentor and donating my
time at CVHS under the former Direction of Bob Reinhagen, and John Glenn Middle School under the Direction of Lynn Schwim mer.
While also being a guest “artist-painter” at Amelia Earhart Elementary School’s annual “Arts and Authors” night, under the guidance of
Lora Lee Stolzoff.
The last 5 years I have been extremely fortunate to be the lighting designer for Terri Nunn and Berlin (of Take My Breath Away fame),
which included their recent Palm Desert Civic Park Concert Series held in May of 2019.
I appreciate traveling and exploring new places with my girlfriend of 12 years, a few favorites include; Bora Bora, a bicycle and barge
tour through the Netherlands, and a Volkswagen Westfallia trip exploring the northwest and later New England. We both enjoy cooking
and gardening (she is the head of the Garden Club at Amelia Earhart) and combing them both can make a d elightful meal to enjoy
under our desert skies.
• A) Do you have any prior experience doing this kind of work?
I have been painting for over 25 years, yet have not painted any public art pieces and or spaces; though feel the electrical boxes
make an ideal canvas.
• C) 6 Selected Works Provided Below
I chose to include part of the grill to provide a sense of scale for this painting
Work size :42”x 30”
Medium: Acrylic on wood
Subject matter - cooking - cutting board
Influence - cooking class taken in Bali
This photo once again is meant to include the patio furniture / table to show scale.
Work size :31” x 37”
Medium: Acrylic on wood - to provide the impression of being painted on tiles
Subject matter - small town located at base of Machu Picchu, Agua Calinte
Work size 11”x14”
Medium: oil on canvas
Subject matter -a Golf Outing
Work size 32”x48”
Medium: water color on “cracked” canvas
Subject matter -Sami’s Vespa
Work size 24”x36”
Medium: oil on canvas
Subject matter -High Wheeler Alehouse (Bicycle Painting)
Work size 36”x60”
Medium: acrylic on canvas
Subject matter -Tuesday Afternoon In Edinburgh ( Scenic Painting)
• The City is open to painting any number of electrical boxes across the City, are you interested
in painting only specific boxes or any the city doesn’t have painted yet?
I would be open to painting boxes located throughout the city, though living across from the Amelia Earhart Elementary School ,
LQHS and the new skate park, would like to include one of the boxes in this neighborhood.
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Pledge of Allegiance
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Community Services Commission
B2 – Approve Additions to the
Prequalified Artists List
Background
•Commission approved expanding the
Prequalified Artists List on September 13.
•An RFQ was published on the City website
on October 8.
•13 submissions were received
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Background
•Artists who are approved for the
Prequalified Artists List are eligible for
upcoming art opportunities.
•Staff will select potential art opportunities
to bring to the commission for
consideration.
Aragorn Dick-Read
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Ashley Church
Cassandra Burgess
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CJ Rench
Colin Selig
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Eric Holt
Jennifer Geiger
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Julian Voss-Andreae
Ken McCall
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Marisabel Bazan
Monica Wyatt
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Roger Heitzman
Stuart Fabel
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Questions?
Community Services Commission
Departmental Reports
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Mural Update
Mural Update
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Civic Center Art Purchase
Civic Center Art Purchase
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XPark
Community Workshop
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Commission Tours
Seasons Playground
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