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2022 09 12 CSC Quarterly Meeting0 GEM ofrhx DESERT Commission agendas and staff reports are available on the City's web page: www.laauintaca.gov COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION AGENDA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2022, AT 4:00 P.M. Members of the public may listen to this meeting by tuning -in live via http://Iaquinta.12milesout.com/video/live. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL: Commissioners: Blakeley, Gordon, La Greca, Shelton, and Biondi PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC COMMENTS - INSTRUCTIONS Members of the public may address the Community Services Commission (Commission) on any matter listed or not listed on the agenda as follows: WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS can be provided either in -person during the meeting by submitting 15 copies to the Commission Secretary, it is requested that this takes place prior to the beginning of the meeting; or can be emailed in advance to MCalderon@LaQuintaCA.gov, no later than 12:00 p.m., on the day of the meeting. Written public comments will be distributed to the Commission, made public, and will be incorporated into the public record of the meeting, but will not be read during the meeting unless, upon the request of the Chair, a brief summary of public comments is asked to be reported. If written public comments are emailed, the email subject line must clearly state ""Written Comments" and should include: 1) full name, 2) city of residence, and 3) subject matter. VERBAL PUBLIC COMMENTS can be provided in -person during the meeting by completing a "Request to Speak" form and submitting it to the Commission COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 1 of 4 SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 AGENDA Secretary; it is requested that this takes place prior to the beginning of the meeting. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes (or approximately 350 words). Members of the public shall be called upon to speak by the Chair. In accordance with City Council Resolution No. 2022-028, a one-time additional speaker time donation of three (3) minutes per individual is permitted; please note that the member of the public donating time must: 1) submit this in writing to the Commission Secretary by completing a "Request to Speak" form noting the name of the person to whom time is being donated to, and 2) be present at the time the speaker provides verbal comments. Verbal public comments are defined as comments provided in the speakers' own voice and may not include video or sound recordings of the speaker or of other individuals or entities, unless permitted by the Chair. Public speakers may elect to use printed presentation materials to aid their comments; 15 copies of such printed materials shall be provided to the Commission Secretary to be disseminated to the Commission, made public, and incorporated into the public record of the meeting; it is requested that the printed materials are provided prior to the beginning of the meeting. There shall be no use of Chamber resources and technology to display visual or audible presentations during public comments, unless permitted by the Chair. All writings or documents, including but not limited to emails and attachments to emails, submitted to the City regarding any item(s) listed or not listed on this agenda are public records. All information in such writings and documents is subject to disclosure as being in the public domain and subject to search and review by electronic means, including but not limited to the City's Internet Web site and any other Internet Web -based platform or other Web -based form of communication. All information in such writings and documents similarly is subject to disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act [Government Code § 6250 et seq.]. PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA At this time, members of the public may address the Commission on any matter not listed on the agenda pursuant to the "'Public Comments - Instructions" listed above. The Commission values your comments; however, in accordance with State law, no action shall be taken on any item not appearing on the agenda unless it is an emergency item authorized by the Brown Act [Government Code § 54954.2(b)]. PRESENTATIONS -NONE CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 2 of 4 SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 AGENDA CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVE JUNE 131 2022, MEETING MINUTES BUSINESS SESSION 1. APPOINT MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION TO SERVE AS CHAIRPERSON AND VICE -CHAIRPERSON FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022/23 2. RECOMMEND ACCEPTANCE OF ART DONATION 3. RECOMMEND ART PIECE CONCEPTS TO COMMEMORATE THE CITY'S 40TH ANNIVERSARY STUDY SESSION 1. DISCUSS COMMISSION ATTENDANCE AT CITY EVENTS AND PROGRAMS, AND EVENT LINEUP FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022/23 2. DISCUSS PILLARS OF THE COMMUNITY AND DISTINGUISHED ARTISTS AND ATHLETES PROGRAMS' REVISIONS DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS 1. COMMISSIONER TOURS UPDATE 2. EVENTS UPDATES 3. RENOVATION OF LA QUINTA PARK SPLASH PAD COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Community Services Commission will be held on December 12, 2022, commencing at 4:00 p.m., to be held at the La Quinta Chamber, located at 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California, 92253. DECLARATION OF POSTING I, Michael Calderon, Secretary of the Community Services Commission, do hereby declare that the foregoing agenda for the Commission meeting was posted on the City's website, near the entrance to the La Quinta Chamber 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 September 8, 2022. DATED: September 8, 2022 COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 3 of 4 SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 AGENDA MICHAEL CALDERON Community Services Analyst / Commission Secretary City of La Quinta, California Public Notices • The La Quinta Chamber is handicapped accessible. If special equipment is needed for the hearing impaired, please call the Community Resources office at (760) 777-7014, 24-hours in advance of the meeting and accommodations will be made. • If background material is to be presented to the Commission during the meeting, please be advised that 15 copies of all documents, exhibits, etc., must be supplied to the Commission Secretary for distribution. It is requested that this takes place prior to the beginning of the meeting. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 4 of 4 SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 AGENDA CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MINUTES MONDAY, JUNE 13, 2022 CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Community Services Commission was called to order by Chair Biondi at 4:02 p.m. This meeting provided teleconferencing accessibility 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.). PRESENT IN -PERSON: Commissioner Blakeley and Chair Biondi PRESENT VIA TELECONFERENCE: Commissioners Gordon, La Greca, and Shelton STAFF PRESENT: Community Resources Director Escobedo, Community Resources Manager Calderon, Acting Deputy City Clerk McGinley, and Community Services Commission Secretary Calderon. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Blakeley led the Commission in the Pledge of Allegiance. PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA - None ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. COACHELLA VALLEY ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS CV LINK UPDATE PRESENTATION. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA - Confirmed CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVE MARCH 14, 2022 MEETING MINUTES COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 1 of 5 JUNE 13, 2022 MINUTES - QUARTERLY MEETING MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Blakeley/Shelton to approve the Consent Calendar as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. BUSINESS SESSION 1. RECOMMEND PILLARS OF THE COMMUNITY AND DISTINGUISHED ARTISTS AND ATHLETES NOMINATIONS Community Services Analyst Calderon presented the staff report which is on file in the Community Resources Department. MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Gordon/La Greca to recommend Karen Devine and Victory Grund as Pillars of the Community Award recipients. Motion passed unanimously. MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Blakeley/Biondi to recommend Brandun Lee and Emmi Von Scherr as Distinguished Athletes Award recipients, and Jason and Nicole McQuaid as Distinguished Artists Award recipients. Motion passed unanimously. 2. RECOMMEND REVISIONS TO PILLARS OF THE COMMUNITY AND DISTINGUISHED ARTISTS AND ATHLETES NOMINATION PROCESS Community Services Analyst Calderon presented the staff report which is on file in the Community Resources Department. MOTION - A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Biondi/Blakeley to create a subcommittee consisting of Commissioners Biondi and Gordon to further discuss and revise the nomination process/criteria for distinguished community member award programs. Motion passed unanimously. STUDY SESSION - None DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS Staff provided verbal updates on the following items. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 2 of 5 JUNE 13, 2022 MINUTES - QUARTERLY MEETING 1. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION ROAD MAP The Commission was reminded of the CSC Road Map which provides guidance on key focus areas that fall under the Commission's purview. The Commission will continue to focus on art, events, and recreation initiatives within the City. 2. ART IN PUBLIC PLACES The City continues to focus on enhancing the Art in Public Places (APP) program by bringing new art installations and projects to the community. A design for a Gold Star Family Monument has been approved, a Call to Artists has been issued for the City's 40t" Anniversary Commemorative Art Piece, the APP pocket map is being updated, and the Art@Fifth website has been improved. 3. LA QUINTA ART CELEBRATION The La Quinta Art Celebration (LQAC) was held March 3-6 and experienced record attendance. The Art Selection Committee purchased one art piece at LQAC that is now part of the APP collection. The art piece is currently installed at Fritz Burns Park. 4. LA QUINTA X PARK The X Park is operated by contractor Action Park Alliance (APA) who oversees day-to-day operations, programming, lessons, and events. APA plans to host the El Gato Classic and Hot Wheels Superchargers Fueld By Nitro Circus in the Fall. S. SUMMER PROGRAMMING Information regarding X Park, Wellnes Center, and Fritz Burns Pool summer programming is being shared with residents. A postcard featuring QR codes was recently mailed to residents to further promote summer programs. 6. CULTURAL CAMPUS Staff is working with a vendor to continue masterplanning the Cultural Campus. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 3 of 5 JUNE 13, 2022 MINUTES - QUARTERLY MEETING 7. FRITZ BURNS MASTER PLANNING Staff is working with a vendor to continue masterplanning the Frtiz Burns Park enhancements which include amenities such as shade, additional parking, and a splash pad. 8. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS PROTOCOLS The Commission was reminded of protocols and procedures and how to contact staff to discuss questions or concerns. 9. JOINT BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS WORKSHOP The Commission was provided a recap of the presentation that was delivered during the Joint Boards & Commissions Workshop on March 28, 2022. 10. COMMUNITY WORKSHOP PRIORITIES During the Community Workshop, residents identified focus areas they would like City staff to prioritize. Staff will work with the Commission to address the focus areas that fall under the Commission's purview including park enhancements, additional Concerts in the Park, and more shade shelters at City parks. 11. COMMISSION TOURS In the Fall, staff will coordinate park and facility tours with the Commission to further identify focus areas specific to each park and/or facility. Commissioner La Greca expressed interest in participating in the September 28 (Parks) and September 29 (Recreation) tour, Commissioner Gordon is available for all tour dates but September 27 is her preferred tour, Commissioner Shelton is interested in September 27 and September 28, Commissioner Blakeley is interested in the September 27 and September 29 tour, Chair Biondi is interested in participating in the September 29 tour. COMMISSIONER'S ITEMS The Commissioners recapped the events they attended since the last meeting including the City Picnic, Community Workshop, Joint Boards and Commission Meeting, and Concerts in the Park. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 4 of 5 JUNE 13, 2022 MINUTES - QUARTERLY MEETING The Commission discussed the bike rack locations throughout the the City. Commissioner Gordon commented that it may be beneficial to install more bike racks in public places such as Civic Center Park and the La Quinta Museum. Evaluation of the City's bike racks will be included during the Commission tour to determine opportunities to for enhanced bike rack locations. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by Commissioners LaGreca/Shelton to adjourn the meeting at 5:12 p.m. Motion passes unanimously. Respectfully submitted, MICHAEL CALDERON, Community Services Commission Secretary City of La Quinta, California COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 5 of 5 JUNE 13, 2022 MINUTES - QUARTERLY MEETING BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. I City of La Quints COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING: September 12, 2022 STAFF REPORT AGENDA TITLE: APPOINT MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION TO SERVE AS CHAIRPERSON AND VICE -CHAIRPERSON FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022/23 RECOMMENDATION Appoint members of the Community Services Commission to serve as Chairperson and Vice -Chairperson for fiscal year 2022/23. EXECUTIVE SUMMARI • The September 12, 2022 meeting is the first scheduled meeting of the Community Services Commission (Commission) for fiscal year 2022/23. • Pursuant to La Quinta Code section 2.06.050, the Commission, at its first meeting held after June 30, shall vote to elect one of its members as Chairperson and elect another as Vice -Chairperson. FISCAL IMPACT - None. BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS In accordance with La Quinta Code section 2.06.050, "unless otherwise provided by law, ordinance or resolution of City Council, each Board, Commission, and Committee shall choose one of its members as Chairperson and one as Vice -Chairperson at its first meeting held after June 30t" of each year." ALTERNATIVES This action is required by City Code, staff does not recommend an alternative. Prepared by: Michael Calderon, Community Resources Analyst Approved by: Christina Calderon, Community Resources Manager BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. 2 City of La Quinta COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION September 12, 2022 STAFF REPORT AGENDA TITLE: RECOMMEND ACCEPTANCE OF ART DONATION RECOMMENDATION Recommend to City Council the acceptance of an art donation, consisting of a bronze sculpture by Jack Zajac to be included in the City's Art in Public Places collection. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY • Dick Roberts is a local art collector who has offered to donate an art piece to the City. • The art piece is a bronze sculpture by Jack Zajac valued at $32,000. • Jack Zajac's work has been displayed in galleries all over the world including the Getty Musuem in Los Angeles, Museum of Modern Art in New York, and Schneider Gallery in Rome, Italy. FISCAL IMPACT Site preparation costs will be $1,000-$1,500 paid from the Art in Public Places budget (270-0000-74800). BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS Dick Roberts is a local art collector who has offered to donate a bronze ram skull sculpture by artist Jack Zajac to the City's Art in Public Places collection. The sculpture is valued at $32,000, is 30" high, and weighs approximately 500 pounds. Jack Zajac is most associated with the Romantic Surrealist tradition and his collection of bronze sculptures resembling animal skulls. His work has been featured in museums all over the world including the the J Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Honolulu Museum of Art in Hawaii, and the Schneider Gallery in Rome, Italy. The donated sculpture will be a unique addition to the City's diverse public art collection. Potential locations for the art piece include SilverRock Park, the Culutral Campus, or in a roundabout. ALI RNATIVE'. Do not recommend this art piece for Council consideration. Prepared by: Michael Calderon, Community Resources Analyst Approved by: Christina Calderon, Community Resources Manager Attachment: 1. Photographs of Bronze Sculpture ATTACHEMENT 1 FRONT t •� • PROFILE OF RAM SKULL CLOSE UP (BACK OF SKULL) City of La Quinta BUSINESS SESSION ITEM NO. 3 COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION September 12, 2022 STAFF REPORT AGENDA TITLE: RECOMMEND 40th ANNIVERSARY ART PIECE CONCEPTS RECOMMENDATION! Recommend 40th Anniversary Art Piece concepts for City Council consideration. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY • On May 16, 2022 a Call to Artists requesting proposals for a 40th Anniversary Art Piece was distributed to artists participating in the La Quinta Art Celebration (LQAC). • The submissions were vetted by City staff and LQAC organizers. • The Community Services Commission (Commission) will select their top three choices and their recommendations will be presented to City Council for consideration in October. FISCAL IMPA.. $15,000.00 has been budgeted for this project. Funds are available in the Art in Public Places budget (270-0000-74800). BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS During the March 2022 LQAC, the Civic Center Art Purchase Committee (Committee) expressed interest in commissioning an LQAC artist to create a unique art piece to commemorate the City's 40th anniversary. Staff complied input from the Committee in a Call to Artists that was distributed to over two hundred LQAC artists. The Call to Artists enourages participants to consider La Quinta's history, culture, environment, architecture, points of interest, and notable community members in their proposals. The art piece will be featured in La Quinta City Hall as a component to the City's incorporation exhibit. Nine proposals were received and vetted by City staff and LQAC organizers. The top five proposals are being presented to the Commission for discussion. The Commission will recommend their top three choices which will be presented to the City Council for consideration in October. Prepared by: Michael Calderon, Community Resources Analyst Approved by: Christina Calderon, Community Resources Manager Attachment: 1. 40th Anniversary Art Piece Call to Artists Submissions ATTACHMENT 1 June 15, 2022 City of La Quinta Attn: Michael Calderon Community Resources Analyst 78495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, California 92253 Tel: (760) 777 - 7014 Email: mcalderon@laquintaCA.gov Dear Mr. Calderon: I'm writing to you regarding the City of La Quinta request for design concepts for the City's 40th anniversary commemorative art piece to be displayed in La Quinta City Hall as an addition to the City Incorporation Exhibit. We are residents of the La Quinta Cove. My husband, Tom Boatright, is an artist in the La Quinta Art Celebration. He paints large scale abstract impressionistic oils. (www.tomboatright.com). We also have an art gallery in La Quinta, Essence Arts (www.essencearts.org). We are relocating from Main Street to 51370 Avenida Bermudas. I manage Tom's commissions and we have created a proposal for the City based on the energy of the Santa Rosa Mountains and the history of La Quinta. The majority of the paintings that we sell are commissions. They are collaborations with our clients to create art that is both powerful and personal. We have proposed our vision for a triptych, incorporating historical elements of La Quinta. We invite the City of La Quinta to work with us on the project to create the perfect piece. If the City prefers we could do a diptych or singular painting too. https://indd.adobe.com/view/e588dbaf-Ob77-46d6-a530-ld877d539bf6 All information and pricing provided in the proposal is valid for at least ninety (90) days. The price point is $15,000. Typically it is $22,000 but we realize that the city has a fixed price and would be honored to have a piece displayed. We are free from conflict of interest to perform work for the City. We have a well rehearsed and unique commission process. Tom paints three paintings (three triptychs for example) which gives him freedom to experiment and explore the organic nature of the paints. Clients then select the piece that they resonate with. The City would be able to see each of the triptychs in the space and decide which they prefer. The commission process is typically three months. We require 50% initially to cover the cost of the canvases, the paint supplies and metallics. Tom paints in his studio in Olympia, Washington. The paintings are then delivered to La Quinta. City stakeholders could determine which piece they prefer. In this case, they could also mix the paintings to incorporate diverse pieces. Please refer to the proposal for visuals. It is simply a mock up. Tom would like to explore a mountain backdrop. We are using existing paintings; so the proposal is not the vision but a conceptual reference. Pleased don't hesitate to contact us for further clarification. Anna and Tom Boatright 360.349.5157/360.915.3965 anna@essencearts.org Sincerely, STUDIO 3449 Regal Park Lane SW Olympia, WA 98512 Anna Boatright LA QUINTA GALLERY 51370 Avenida Bermudas La Quinta, CA 92253 LA QUINTA PROPOSAL - 40th ANNIVERSARY Gl ro I/I TOM BOATRIGHT ORIGINS - BIRD SONGS 36" X 72" TRIPTYCH $23,486 market value offered at $15,000 COMMISSION PROPOSAL A triptych symbolic of La Quinta: palms, big horn sheep, mountains, Cahuilla, angels, horses + light. METALS + IRIDESCENCE Gold, copper and silver with fire blue and pearl luminescents. MOOD + COLOR Vibrant accents and palette. COOL COLOR PALETTE calming and relaxed 1 WARM COLOR PALETTE stimulating and active COMMISSION ALTERNATE We can also do a single composition with the mountains as a backdrop, palms, etc. METALS + IRIDESCENCE Gold, copper and silver with fire blue and pearl luminescents. MOOD + COLOR Vibrant accents and palette. COOL COLOR PALETTE calming and relaxed me WARM COLOR PALETTE stimulating and active 1 I r 1• � I 1 1 +■■I7T I J ' I 1� TOM BOATRIGHT STUDIO LA QUINTA INCORPORATION PROPOSAL q�i�,0�0 0i(s- TOM BOATRIGHT ORIGINS - BIRD SONGS 36" X 72" TRIPTYCH 2022 Original 2D Mixed Media EMOTIVE ABSTRACT IMPRESSIONISM $23,400 market value offered at $15,000 TOM BOATRIGHT STUDIO COMMISSION PROPOSAL A triptych symbolic of La Quinta: palms, big horn sheep, mountains, Cahuilla, angels, horses + light. METALS + IRIDESCENCE Gold, copper and silver with fire blue and pearl luminescents. MOOD + COLOR Vibrant accents and palette. COOL COLOR PALETTE calming and relaxed s . WARM COLOR PALETTE stimulating and active COMMISSION PROPOSAL A triptych symbolic of La Quinta: palms, big horn sheep, mountains, Cahuilla, angels, horses + light. METALS + IRIDESCENCE Gold, copper and silver with fire blue and pearl luminescents. MOOD + COLOR Neutral accents and palette. COOL COLORS calming and relaxed some WARM COLORS stimulating and active TOM BOATRIGHT STUDIO rF rA a� J �► i (/IrP�I P/ YOUR WORLD The brilliance of art and design is that it is simply a matter of letting go. Inspiration occurs in flow states, expansive states of fluid consciousness. This creative state is the secret of all human genius. Creation is our super power. This energetic state of inspiration is induced by the arts. The city of La Quinta is a haven for the 01 KATHLEEN (KAT) HUGHES so@ I LUXURIOUS UY1� Using his background in technology, Tom creates paints for each series. He adds metals and luminescence to raw oils and resins to create, capture, and refract light. I create oil paints with metals to produce an alchemical phenomenon. TOM BOATRIGHT IMPRESSIONISTIC O MEDIUM Vibrant artisan oils are created with raw oils and resins, unique to each series, based on the desired mood and vibration. Neutral palette or vibrant palette. TECHNIQUE Sponge, palette knife, trowel, brush, pour and spray artisan oils. COMPOSITION Impressionistic triptych incorporating the history of La Quinta in rich luxurious artisan oils. TEXTURE Surface textures and organic patterns occur as the paint is layered, each layer applied has dynamic properties. 4 1..: f J, t 100> Ift IM INNER Y`eA (W Tom envisions the composition for each painting from messages received from the Universe. He creates paints for each series with vivid colors and luminous metals to hold the energy. He uses a palette knife, trowel or traditional brush to pull thick paint and a cloth or sponge to apply fluid paint. His technique is very innovative and emergent. The intention of the painting is written beneath the base colors. The composition is sketched and painted into the existing layers. As Tom paints, he embraces the energy that moves in him, a raw and refined collaboration. The paintings are aesthetically beautiful, but the power is in the energetic resonance and the meaning imbued. REMINISCENT OF THE fV01�P/Y`�/ o� Tom Boatright began painting through a series of visionary experiences in which he received a flood of energy - the essence of love. He paints to convey this energy, the beauty of humanity and nature. His paintings contain intention and raw emotion. They are created in a flow state of fluid consciousness. Tomspaintings are beautiful but the power is in the energy, they emote. CHICAGO RITZ-CARLTON BUYER Tom's emergent method and diverse techniques have received national recognition. His paintings are sought after by private collectors and grace hundreds of homes and corporate spaces. Each painting has a certificate of authentication, statement of the energy and intention as well as value. Tom paints as many commissions as straight sales and has a creative methodology with a very high success rate, painting multiple paintings for each commission. I paint the spectrum of light, the energy of UP/ I paint to convey the beauty of humanity and the natural world. Tom Boatright Essence Arts Studio Gallery (360) 349-5197 51370 Avenida Bermudas La Quinta, CA 92253 www.TomBoatrightStudio.com LIVE BY 49109* Anna Boatright, the lead designer of Essence Arts, specializes in creating beautiful, private, and corporate environments by elevating spaces with fine art. Anna brings a host of knowledge and experience in art and color theory, architectural design, space planning, and vibrational energy. She collaborates with clients on their vision and integrates the appropriate art producing a cohesive, beautiful space. Anna works intimately with Tom, from the initial discovery to delivery. She assists with the sketches and renderings as well as the color palette and composition. She monitors progress in the studio and documents the process, capturing the inspiration and intention of each painting. The greatest danger is not that our 01 I W is too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it. ESSENCE ARTS Anna Boatright Art Consultant and Gallerist Essence Arts Studio Gallery (360) 349-5197 51370 Avenida Bermudas La Quinta, CA 92253 www.EssenceArts.org y,,,,�,:. L .Y ... I - A 7 06/20/2022 Aileen Frick Torn paper Creations 1644 W Loma Lane Phoenix, AZ 85021 Tel: 602.549.4768 Email: amf@amfrick.com City of La Quinta Attn: Michael Calderon, Community Resources Analyst 78495 Calle Tampico La Quinta, California 92253 Tel: (760) 777-7014 Email: mcaideron@laquintaCA.gov Dear Michael, I am pleased to be submitting this proposal for creating a special commissioned art piece for the City's 401h anniversary of incorporation. I am a La Quinta Art Celebration artist that has been exhibiting at the festival for the past several years and believe that my mixed media collage painting can not only create a visually stunning piece, but also bring together an engaging 'story' of the City of La Quinta within the pieces of collage. This proposal assumes that the overall image to be painted will be provided by the City. If the City is unable to furnish a photo, I am happy to come out to La Quinta and photograph an agreed upon place of significance. The finished mixed media collage piece will be made from pieces of magazines as well as collage pieces recommended by the city (5-10 pieces). Based off the Call to Artists, some ideas for the collage pieces might be: • Images of iconic landmarks such as the La Quinta Resort • Photo/Wards/Imagery that represent the Desert Cahuilla Indians • Photo from the La Quinta Arts Celebration • Incorporation date May 1,1982 All work will be completed by me out of my residence/studio in Phoenix, Arizona. All information and pricing provided in this proposal is valid for at least (90) days. Any individual that will perform work for the City is free of any conflict of interest. Thank you for your consideration, Aileen Frick flAk&n-f,ck Ph. 602.549.4768 1644 W Loma Ln Phoenix, AZ 85021 amf@amfrick.com » ' V .d Proposal (Overall Image to be provided by the City) La Quinta 40th Anniversary Art Piece -i,d"n-suck Ph. 602.549.4768 1644 W Loma Ln Phoenix, AZ 85021 amf@amfrick.com Description of Service Total Fee Alternative Fee Photography for overall image Assumed to be provided by City $0 If artist travels to photograph $1,000 Develop Alternatives (Up to 5 included in Cost) $0 Each Additional Alternative $100/Each Address Client Comments to Selected Alternative (1st Review) $0 Each Additonal Set of Revisions $100/Each Order 1- 2" Cradled Wooden Panel for Selected Alternative $0 Optional Custom Floater Frame 36"x60" $600 48"x60" $650 48"x72" $700 48 "x96" $850 Collage Selected Alternative $0 Revise Collage based on Client Comments $0 Each Additonal Set of Revisions $200/Each Seal collage with Clear Acrylic with UV Barrier $0 Paint on top of Collage with Oils $0 Submit to client for review $0 Varnish Painting $0 Mixed Media Collage (Size TBD during Alternative stage) 36"x60" $9,000 48"x60" $11,000 48"x72" $13,500 48"x96" $15,000 Delivery Artist to deliver painting $600 If artist ships painting 36"x60" $350 48"x60" $750 48"x72" $850 48"x96" $900 Fee Schedule La Quinta 40th Anniversary Art Piece Call to Artists for the 40'Anniversary City of La Quinta Submission: Erin Hanson LQAC, Poster Artist 2018 www.erinhanson.com The vision is a sprawling multi -paneled landscape focusing on the Santa Rosa Mountains and palms. Erin works in oil on canvas. OPTION #1: 36 x 80 in, oil on canvas of Santa Rosa Mountains. By Erin Hanson. BOLD color, depth of texture and a true homage to the area. La Quinta works to note for style / color use: LaQui'ntaLigbt-htips://www.crinhanson.com/12ortfolio/La Quinta Light LaQuinta Dawn -htips://www.erinhanson.com/12ortfolio/La Quinta Dawn Santa Rosa Embrace - https://www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/Santa Rosa Embrace Santa Rosa Dawn - https://www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/Santa Rosa Dawn OPTION #2: 96 x 40 in, oil on canvas, triptych of Santa Rosa Mountains. By Erin Hanson. BOLD color, depth of texture and a true homage to the area. g-FaT-yj,- �rz 3 � rla Budget: Please note that we will honor your budget and donate any balance of the remainder for a piece. 6lao/aoaa �1 �T1 STD : Aso�j N I " I a... LA a A L L Foo... Qui i mc a �JA, I CAA( Z� I C� cl d!5 3 Ti�Q��iD AR-T @ GMA�L . Gar✓ aA5>06-�j (141) ?95-1I 90 JIC6 U.. 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Cover letter (and the source of our inspiration for the proposal): Veteran La Quinta Show artists Liz Cummings and Myra Burg propose a collaboration, a mixed media installation in iridescent paint on canvas combined with "Quiet Oboes", fiber wrapped cylindrical tapestries. The Quiet Oboes augment the canvas surfaces creating a three dimensional art piece that to immerse the viewer in a modern representation of all that is La Quinta. Inspired by the combination of the Living Desert and designed to bring the ever changing colors of the flora, the fauna and artistic roots of La Quinta to life, we present this fresh, new, modern art form. Color leaps into the third dimension in a graphic version of desert blooms, sunsets, along with the human innovation of architecture by including the structural elements of the project and the hues of rich warm Spanish Architecture, and the desert at dawn and dusk. La Quinta in 3D. Liz Cummings and Myra Burg. The photographs attached represent a concept rendering of the proposed installation, along with similar projects that were designed for the Midwest and Great Plains states for Gary Indiana. For La Quinta, we propose the rich desert colors of sunrise, sunsets, cactus flowers and the warm ochres, umbers and spiced colors offset by the crystalline skies, all wrapped up in modern form. Validity Statement: Both Myra Burg and Liz Cummings, individually and collectively are completely free of any conflict of interest for performing work for the City of La Quinta. The below pricing is valid for 120 days from the date of this proposal deadline, 6/20/22. Either Liz or Myra can bind for this proposal, either of us are capable and available to install the project on time and within budget identified in this proposal. Additionally, along with our private residential and corporate projects, we have experience with installing public and municipal project that we have designed and built, some dating all the way back to 1982. We're qualified. DocuSigned by: Most Sincerely, c OEOAF999F... Myra Burg and Liz Cummings Ed ocuSigned by: rx f jwo 6/20/2022 sign � _dated: Myra Burg - Quiet Oboes - Fiber wrapped cylinders Main office and project service office 171 Pier Ave., #353 Santa Monica, CA MyraBurg@Quiet0boes.com M: 310-780-0666 www.MyraBurg.com DocuSign Envelope ID: 9994EDOA-5464-4355-AO9C-5AABD78COC7F Liz Cummings - Iridescent Paint on Canvas LizCummings1 (a-)gmail.com Main office and project service office: M: 949-510-2552 24235 Las Naranjas www.LizCummings.com Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 2. Pricing List for actual proposal concept shown in image #1 Image #1 - PhotoShop assembly of Proposal, verbal description below Images #2,3,4,6 are examples of prior projects to help translate from the sketch to actual project Image #5 Example of Quiet Oboes used in proposal image #1 Left to right element pricing: Tenor 2.5" x 60" 2. Bassoon 5.0" x 60" Left Canvas 12" x 48 3. Bassoon 5.0" x 60" Center Canvas 12" x 48 4. Baritone 3.5" x 40" 5. Tenor 2.5" x 60" 6. Bassoon 5.0" x 60" Right Canvas 12" x 48 7. Bassoon 5.0" x 60" $ 550 (left of left canvas) $1,380 " $1,450 $1,350 (between left and center canvas) $1,450 $ 490 (between center and right canvas) $ 550 " of $1,380 " $1,450 $1,380 (right of right canvas) TOTAL INSTALLATION $11,460 plus delivery and installation, as shown below (Paintings only: $4,350) (Quiet Oboes only: $7,110) Deliver and installation: $ 1,000 TOTAL PROJECT: $127460 3. The Proposal: We suggest three iridescent and mixed media paintings, 7" x 48" each, installed in concert with seven Quiet Oboes of 2.5", 5" and 60", most at 60" (maximum length) for a total field area of approximately 6'6" wide x 6'0" in height. Should the City prefer the entire project to expand to a greater width, this can be done by adding a canvas or two, and/or some Quiet Oboes and still stay within the suggested $15,000 frame. This is a rough sketch, and we hope you accept us for this project and we'll be delighted to complete the design and send photos to you for approval before we ship. (Actual elements will vary, as this is a concept of the design. Translation to full scale and actual installation will be waaaaayyyy better!) Please see attachments to the email version of this letter. �D-oocE9,9—r byE Again, Most sincerely yours, o oA3A.. DocuSigned by: Myra and Liz signe �ro- bwdated:6/20/2022 References proudly delivered upon requbrSt�E56UNA33NE7 City of La Quinta COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION STAFF REPORT STUDY SESSION ITEM NO. 1 September 12, 2022 AGENDA TITLE: DISCUSS COMMISSION ATTENDANCE AT CITY EVENTS AND PROGRAMS, AND EVENT LINEUP FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022/23 RECOMMENDATION Discuss commission attendance at City events and programs, and event lineup for fiscal year 2022/23 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY • Review the 2022-2023 program and event lineup. • Commissioners are invited to participate in three annual events; Tree Lighting Ceremony, the City Picnic and Birthday Celebration, and Easter Egg Hunt. • Two Commissioners are appointed to serve on the November and March Civic Center Art Purchase Committees. FISCAL IMPAC. - 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 and programs. Participation would include activities such as welcoming the public/attendees, distributing informational materials, and addressing inquiries as needed. Prepared by: Michael Calderon, Community Resources Analyst Approved by: Christina Calderon, Community Resources Manager City of La Quinta COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION: September 12, 2022 STAFF REPORT AGENDA TITLE: DISCUSS PILLARS OF THE COMMUNITY AND DISTINGUISHED ARTISTS AND ATHLETES PROGRAMS' REVISIONS RECOMMENDATION Discuss Pillars of the Community and Disinguished Artists and Athletes programs' revisions. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY • In 2001 City Council approved the criteria for the Pillars of the Community, Distinguished Artists & Athletes Awards, and Veterans Recognition Program. • During the June 13, 2022 Community Services Commission (Commission) meeting, a subcommittee was created to review and revise the process for nominiating individuals for the awards. • The subcommittee's recommended revisions are being presented to the Commission for discussion. FISCAL IMPACT - None. BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS The Pillars of the Community and Distinguished Artists & Athletes Awards (Awards) were created to honor individuals who have made positive impacts in La Quinta. In 2001, City Council approved the nomination criteria for the Awards, and in 2004 City Council revised the criteria, stipulating that Senior Inspiration Award (SIA) recipients would also be recognized as Pillars of the Community. The City asks residents to nominate individuals deserving of these honors and has increased efforts to promote the Awards, however for the past few years, there has been a decline in nominations submitted by community members. Due to the lack of interest in the Awards, the Commission created a subcommittee during the June 13, 2022 Commission meeting which was tasked with assessing the current nomination criteria and proposing revisions to the process that would help generate a larger pool of candidates and restore the significance to the Awards. The subcommittee proposes the following changes to the Awards program: • Separate the Pillars Award from the Senior Inspiration Award (SIA recipients will not automatically become Pillars) • Create Junior Inspiration Award • Create Community Service Award • Discontinue the Distinguished Artist/Athletes Awards • Simplify application criteria (eliminate signature requirement, revise questions to highlight well -roundedness, include service throughout Coachella Valley not just La Quinta) • Enlist volunteer group to compile and review applications • Refine the timeline so that Pillars (new and former) are honored at the City Birthday Party in April with a special ceremony in front of a larger public. Prepared by: Michael Calderon, Community Resources Analyst Approved by: Christina Calderon, Community Resources Manager Attachments: 1. Subcommitee Awards Background 2. Subcommittee Recommendations ATTACHMENT 1 SUBCOMMITTEE - BACKGROUND SUMMARY Framework for building Pillars of the Community Executive Summary Publicly recognizing members of the community who go above and beyond to exemplify La Quinta's core values makes the entire community stronger. As a city that embraces health and wellness, art and cultural diversity, and vibrant, inclusive neighborhoods, La Quinta benefits from supporting it's most engaged residents. Since 1992, the Pillar of the Community award has been bestowed on residents who made significant contributions that have had lasting positive impacts on the city. However, the program has not sustained the level of interest and importance it (and those who receive the award) are due. The Pillar award is not intended to single out just good deed doers or high profile activists, but those people who have made contributions in more than one way through their professional and personal lives. As the name implies, pillars provide reliable support and a solid foundation that ensures stability over a period of time. The award honors those who embody the spirit of community by being active, involved, interested and enthusiastic about making La Quinta a great place to live. Recommendation: The CRC recommends the process be evaluated to become more inclusive and dynamic so residents feel a greater sense of pride and ownership in the "Gem of the Desert." The Nature of the Effort (Intent) This is a treasure hunt for "every day heroes" in our midst. A robust year-round program encourages more participation, and brings more opportunities for the City's efforts to shine. Widening the nominee pool brings in more stakeholder groups. However, not all nominees are destined to become Pillars. Recognition happens at a variety of levels — each of which is meaningful. Once a person is in the nominee pool, there are several ways for them to be honored throughout the year: --A letter of commendation from City Council --An event in their peer group --A feature story in The Gem Those nominees who become Pillars also become ambassadors with their own network to recruit others and contribute regularly to the City's ongoing success. As such, it makes sense to fete them at a public event where their recognition is widely shared. Keeping Pillars "in the loop" gives worthy exposure to them and the City's commitment to community involvement. Recommendation: Celebrate past and present Pillars with a ceremony at the City's Birthday Party. Until the program is more highly valued, the honor won't be as highly sought after. The Methodology (Execution) If these awards are to reflect the community, the nominations must germinate from the community. The process has to start with a Call to Action through peer -to -peer contacts. Letters to community organizations and ads in The Gem are groundwork, but people must drive the process. As evidenced by the recent turnout (or lack thereof) it's not sustainable to leave the effort to chance. Instead, create a tighter internal framework with specific guidelines and time lines. Manage the process so both nominators and nominees understand the criteria and the obligations. As important, nominators should understand that finding successful Pillar candidates reflects success on their own interests. --Simplify the nomination criteria, questionnaire and process --Refine/target the outreach effort to community and peer groups --Establish an active follow up protocol --Employ a simple vetting process to direct nominees to the appropriate part of the nomination pool --Tighten the loop from nomination to approval to maintain public engagement --Thank community contacts and refresh those contacts regularly Recommendation: Strengthen the program by creating an Action format with more emphasis on call and response techniques. The Nuts and Bolts (Mechanics) What to get rid of- --Collecting signatures --Candidate's deeds must have taken place only in La Quinta --Distinguished Athlete/Artist awards --Connection between Senior Inspiration Award and Pillar What to redefine: --Basic criteria — years of residence, minimum age --Background — professional, volunteer, social, peer, family, civic, elected, appointed, etc. --Weight of questions — the nominees strengths/weaknesses What to add: --Junior Inspiration Award — create criteria for age, guidelines, etc. --Community Service Award — awards given throughout the year, which enter the nominee into the overall pool from which Pillars are chosen ATTACHMENT 2 SUBCOMMITTEE - RECOMENDATIONS Report of Community Services Commission Sub -Committee on Pillar Award Process Recommendations to revise and enhance the City's awards program: 1) Separate the Pillar Award from Senior Inspiration Award; create Junior Inspiration Award, discontinue the Distinguished Athlete/Artist Award to broaden the Pillar pool. 2) Simplify the application and criteria to make the process more inclusive and user-friendly. --Eliminate signature gathering --Create application based on key questions re: the nominee's "well -roundedness" 3) Enlist a rotating volunteer group to reach out for nominees, and compile and review applications. 4) Keep nominations open year-round to allow Council to give awards at least quarterly to build community interest and participation. Community Service Award winners become part of the Pillar pool for consideration. 5) Refine the timeline for Pillar selection from Commission vote to Council acceptance so that Pillars (new and former) may be feted at the City Birthday Party in April with a special ceremony in front of a larger public. POWER POINTS COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 Community Services Commission Meeting September 12, 2022 CAL Pledge of Allegiance AOW% Community Services Commissio B1 - Appoint CSC Chair and Vice -Chair ll, 1�•, � I �� ��ifu 1 } R CAL. _. AL - Community Services Commission B2 - Recommend Acceptance of Art Donation w"i'll^�r' .�E, ,fir R. ' t ,r PROFILE OF SKULL Community Services Commission B3 - Recommend 40t" Anniversary Art Piece Concepts �J, IL Background • The March Civic Center Art Purchase Committee expressed interest in commissioning a commemorative 40tn anniversary art piece. • A Call to Artists was distributed to over 200 LQAC artists. • The proposals were vetted by staff and are being presented to the Commission for consideration. L7 Location a _•�, rr - 0 _ A GRASS:F'.'%L)75 n w dp �'s® �® Awl Tom Boatright 10/25/2022 12 10/25/2022 13 1n Community Services Commissio S1- Committee Assignments mod' C'Yid? � �•= I'"�' � k�V; '1'�°,�, CAL Community Services Commission S2- Pillars of the Community and Distinguished Artists & Athletes Program Revisions lid Background • Pillar of the Community award has been bestowed on residents who made significant contributions to the City, however the program has not sustained a level of interest or importance. • The Subcommittee proposes modifications to the program that will garner community buy -in, create a larger pool of nominees, and restore the significance of the awards. Recommended Changes • Separate the Pillars Award from the Senior Inspiration Award (SIA recipients will not automatically become Pillars) • Create Junior Inspiration Award • Create Community Service Award • Discontinue the Distinguished Artist/Athletes Awards • Simplify application criteria (eliminate signature requirement, revise questions to highlight well -roundedness, include service throughout Coachella Valley not just La Quinta) • Enlist volunteer group to compile and review applications • Refine the timeline so that Pillars (new and former) are honored at the City Birthday Party in April with a special ceremony in front of a larger public. Community Services Commission Departmental Reports Events Updates Sept -Oct • Pillars of the Community: September 22 (4:00pm) • Concert in the Park: September 24 (6:30pm) • Hotwheels Superchargers: October 1-2 (10:00am) • Concert in the Park: October 15 (5:30pm) • X Park Grand Opening: October 22 (11:00am) • Concert in the Park: November 19 (5:30pm) Events Updates Nov -Dec • Veterans Recognition Ceremony: November 11 (10:00am) • El Gato Classic: November 11 (10:00am) • La Quinta Art Celebration: November 10-13 (10:00am) • Tree Lighting: December 1 (6:00pm) • Ironman 70.3: December 4 1 .. CALIFORNIA _ - -� •ram �