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NOTICE AND CALL OF SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE LA QUINTA ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE LA QUINTA ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES
COMMISSION AND TO THE COMMISSION SECRETARY:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the La Quinta Arts & Community
Services Commission is hereby called to be held on May 20, 2024, starting at 4:00 p.m.;
at La Quinta City Hall located at 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253 for the following
purpose:
BUSINESS SESSION
1. RECOMMEND COMMUNITY AWARDS PROGRAM APPLICATIONS TO CITY
COUNCIL
STUDY SESSION
1. DISCUSS COMMUNITY AWARDS PROGRAM FRAMEWORK
2. DISCUSS ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION GOALS AND
OBJECTIVES WORK PLAN
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS — Verbal Updates
1. CULTURAL CAMPUS UPDATE
Dated: May 16, 2024
Attest:
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GAYL BIONDI, Chairperson
MICHAEL CALDERON,
Community Services Commission Secretary
DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, Michael Calderon, Community Services Commission Secretary, do hereby declare that the
foregoing notice for the Special Meeting of the La Quinta Community Services Commission of May
20, 2024, was posted on the outside entry to the Council Chamber at 78495 Calle Tampico and the
bulletin board at the La Quinta Cove Post Office at 51321 Avenida Bermudas on May 16, 2024.
DATED: May 16, 2024
MICHAEL CALDERON,
Community Services Commission Secretary
ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MAY 20, 2024
SPECIAL MEETING
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SPECIAL MEETING
ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES
COMMISSION
AGENDA
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER
78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta
MONDAY, MAY 20, 2024, AT 4:00 P.M.
Members of the public may listen to this meeting by tuning -in live via
httD://Iaauinta.12milesout.com/video/live.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call: Commissioners: Blakeley, Chiapperini, Gordon, Shelton, and Chair Biondi
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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 at the end of the
agenda. 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)].
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS — None
CONSENT CALENDAR
NOTE: Consent Calendar items are routine in nature and can be approved by one motion.
1. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 11, 2024
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SPECIAL MEETING
BUSINESS SESSION
1. RECOMMEND COMMUNITY AWARDS PROGRAM APPLICATIONS TO CITY
COUNCIL
STUDY SESSION
1. DISCUSS COMMUNITY AWARDS PROGRAM FRAMEWORK
2. DISCUSS ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION GOALS AND
OBJECTIVES WORK PLAN
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS — Verbal Updates
1. CULTURAL CAMPUS UPDATE
COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS
ADJOURNMENT
The next regular quarterly meeting of the La Quinta Arts & Community Services
Commission will be held June 10, 2024, commencing at 4:00 p.m. at the La Quinta City
Hall Council Chamber, 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253.
DECLARATION OF POSTING
I, Michael Calderon, Secretary of the Arts & Community Services Commission of the City
of La Quinta, do hereby declare that the foregoing Agenda for the Commission meeting
of May 20, 2024, was posted on the City's website, near the entrance to the Council
Chamber at 78495 Calle Tampico and the bulletin board at 51321 Avenida Bermudas, on
May 16, 2024.
DATED: May 16, 2024
MICHAEL CALDERON, ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION SECRETARY
City of La Quinta, California
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SPECIAL MEETING
Public Notices
• Agenda packet materials are available for public inspection: 1) at the Clerk's Office at
La Quinta City Hall, located at 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, California 92253; and
2) on the City's website at https://www.laquintaca.gov/business/boards-and-
commissions/community-services-commission, in accordance with the Brown Act
[Government Code § 54957.5; AB 2647 (Stats. 2022, Ch. 971)].
The La Quinta City Council Chamber is handicapped accessible. If special equipment
is needed for the hearing impaired, please contact Commission Secretary 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 a Commission
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.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the public may address the 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(cD-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 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.
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SPECIAL MEETING
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 § 7920.000 et seq.].
TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY — INSTRUCTIONS
Teleconference accessibility may be triggered in accordance with AB 2449 (Stats. 2022, Ch. 285),
codified in the Brown Act [Government Code § 549531, if a member of the Community Services
Commission requests to attend and participate in this meeting remotely due to `just cause" or
"emergency circumstances, "as defined, and only if the request is approved. In such instances, remote
public accessibility and participation will be facilitated via Zoom Webinar as detailed at the end of this
Agenda.
*** TELECONFERENCE PROCEDURES — PURSUANT TO AB 2449***
APPLICABLE ONLY WHEN TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY IS IN EFFECT
Verbal public comments via Teleconference — members of the public may attend and
participate in this meeting by teleconference via Zoom and use the "raise your hand" feature when
public comments are prompted by the Chair; the City will facilitate the ability for a member of the public
to be audible to the Commission and general public and allow him/her/they to speak on the item(s)
requested. Please note — members of the public must unmute themselves when prompted upon
being recognized by the Chair, in order to become audible to the Commission and the public.
Only one person at a time may speak by teleconference and only after being recognized by the Chair.
ZOOM LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/i/84304700627
Meeting ID: 843 0470 0627
Or join by phone: (253) 215 — 8782
Written public comments — can be provided in person during the meeting or emailed to
mcalderon(a)LaQuintaCA.gov anytime prior to the adjournment of the meeting, and will be distributed
to the Commission, made public, incorporated into the public record of the meeting, and will not be
read during the meeting unless, upon the request of the Chair, a brief summary of any public comment
is asked to be read, to the extent the Committee can accommodate such request.
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SPECIAL MEETING
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 1
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES
MONDAY, MARCH 11, 2024
CALL TO ORDER
A regular quarterly meeting of the Community Services Commission (Commission) was
called to order by Chair Biondi at 4:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioners Blakeley, Chiapperini, Shelton, Gordon (joined the meeting
at 4:23 p.m.), and Chair Biondi
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Community Services Management Analyst Calderon and Community
Services Administrative Technician Elizalde
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Blakeley led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA — None
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA — Confirmed
ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
1. HYDRO HARVEST LA QUINTA PROGRAM PRESENTATION BY SIARAH
SMITH, PROGRAM AND VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
La Quinta Library Program and Volunteer Coordinator Siarah Smith gave a presentation on
the library's Hydro Harvest LQ Program. The program features a Flex Farm, a hydroponic
unit capable of growing produce including lettuce, cilantro, and tomatoes. Ms. Smith
provided an overview of the upcoming Hydro Harvest summer programs and expressed
interest in connecting with schools and other partners in the community to donate produce
to families and various city programs. A sample activity book and samples of their test run
produce were provided to the Commission.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVE COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 11, 2023
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Chiapperini/Blakeley
to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended. Motion passed unanimously.
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MINUTES — QUARTERLY MEETING
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS — Items were considered out of Agenda order
Staff provided verbal updates on the following items:
1. VETERANS RECOGNITION PROGRAM CRITERIA UPDATE
The Veterans Recognition Program application has been updated; and La Quinta
residency qualifying criteria was revised to reflect no minimum residency requirement for
veterans born in 1970 or prior years, and requiring a minimum of three (3) years residency
for veterans born after 1970. Veterans Recognition applications may be submitted via the
City's website, email, or in -person.
2. ART IN PUBLIC PLACES ROTATIONS
The Commission expressed interest in rotating the City's art pieces to ensure their
accessibility and placement in public view. Staff has rotated a total of 26 art pieces
between the Wellness Center, Library, and City Hall.
STAFF ANNOUNCED COMMISSIONER GORDON JOINED THE MEETING AT
4: 23 P.M.
3. CIVIC CENTER ART PURCHASE UPDATE
The Civic Center Art Purchase Committee purchased three (3) art pieces from the La
Quinta Art Celebration, held in February 2024, to be included in the Art in Public Places
Program, and to be displayed at City Hall and the Wellness Center. The purchase
committee consisted of Commissioners Gordon and Biondi, and Councilmembers
McGarrey and Sanchez.
BUSINESS SESSION — Items were considered out of Agenda order
1. APPOINT MEMBERS OF THE COMMISSION TO SERVE ON THE
COMMISSION GOALS AND OBJECTIVES REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE
Management Analyst Calderon presented the staff report, which is on file in the
Community Services Department.
The Commission requested clarification on the revised goals and objectives for the Arts
and Community Services Commission (ACSC) reflected in the recent municipal code
amendment. The Commission expressed support for forming a subcommittee to identify
the ACSC's essential functions and develop a list of focus areas to provide better direction
to the ACSC moving forward.
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Blakeley/Chiapperini
to appoint Commissioners Gordon and Shelton to serve on the Arts and Community
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MINUTES — QUARTERLY MEETING
Services Commission goals and objectives review subcommittee. Motion passed
unanimously.
2. RECOMMEND POSTPONEMENT OF CIVIC CENTER ART PURCHASES FOR
FISCAL YEARS 2024-2025 AND 2025-2026
Management Analyst Calderon presented the staff report, which is on file in the
Community Services Department.
The Commission discussed the recommendation to postpone the Civic Center Art
Purchases and expressed support for postponement on an annual basis instead of the
next two fiscal years.
MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Gordon/Chiapperini to
recommend Council postpone Civic Center Art Purchases for fiscal year 2024-2025 and
to consider this item annually until art purchases are resumed. Motion passed
unanimously.
STUDY SESSION
1. REVIEW AND DISCUSS NEWLY REVISED AWARDS PROGRAM
Management Analyst Calderon presented the staff report, which is on file in the
Community Services Department.
The Commission discussed the need to review the application forms for the Community
Awards Programs again by the subcommittee, comprised of Chair Biondi, Commissioner
Gordon, and Councilmember Fitzpatrick, to provide clear and defined recommendations
on how to promote the awards programs to increase community awareness and interest;
and the potential need to hold a Special Meeting to discuss the applications and outreach
recommendations further, prior to presenting them to Council for consideration.
COMMISSIONER'S ITEMS
Commissioner Blakeley requested information pertaining to her term -out dates on the
Commission. Staff will be sending each commissioner an email letting know their term
information.
Commissioner Gordon expressed the tennis clinics for the youth taking place at Fritz
Burns Park have been a great and fun experience and shares gratitude for the staff
involved in hosting that program.
Chair Biondi inquired about the City Picnic and Birthday Celebration. Staff informed all
commissioners of the date and time of the event and will be sending an email to invite the
commissioners to participate.
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MINUTES — QUARTERLY MEETING
Commissioner Chiapperini inquired about the process on how developers contribute to
the City's Art in Public Places (APP) fund and what input the City has in allocating funds
and providing input pertaining to developer artwork. Staff and Commissioners explained
the APP process for commissioned and developer artwork.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, a motion was made and seconded by Commissioners
Blakeley/Chiapperini to adjourn the meeting at 5:15 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
MANUEL ELIZALDE,
Community Services Administrative Technician /
Community Services Commission Secretary
City of La Quinta, California
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BUSINESS ITEM NO. 1
City of La Quinta
ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES CUMMISSIUN: May 20, 2024
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: RECOMMEND COMMUNITY AWARDS PROGRAM APPLICATIONS
TO CITY COUNCIL
RECOMMENDATION
Recommend Community Awards Program applications to City Council.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• Commissioners and City staff are collaborating to enhance the City's Community
Awards Program (Awards) which includes changes to the Pillar of the Community
qualifications and the establishment of new community award opportunities.
• In December 2023 the Commission reached a consensus to recommend the new
Awards criteria (Attachment 1) to City Council.
• The Awards applications (Attachment 2) have also been updated, which includes a
new design and new questions being asked of Award nominators.
FISCAL IMPACT — None.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
In 2001, City Council approved the criteria for the Pillar of the Community, Distinguished
Artists, and Distinguished Athletes award programs. After several years of implementing
the awards, Commissioners noticed a decline in award nominations and what seemed to
be an overall lack of interest in the awards. In June 2022, a subcommittee was formed to
assess the Awards criteria and process for obtaining nominations and identify areas of
improvement. The Subcommittee presented their recommendations to the Commission
and then to Council as a Study Session in September 2023. In December 2023 the
Commission reached a consensus to recommend new Awards criteria to Council. The
Awards applications were updated to reflect the new criteria and include a new design
and upgraded questions being asked of Award nominators. By revamping the Awards
and applications, and increasing outreach efforts, the Commission hopes to restore
interest in the Awards and generate a pool of candidates eligible for the prestigious Pillar
of the Community.
Prepared by: Michael Calderon, Management Analyst
Approved by: Christina Calderon, Community Resources Deputy Director
Attachment: 1. Community Awards Applications
2. Community Awards Criteria
ATTACHMENT 1
What is a Pillar?
For Questions please contact:
Michael Calderon
Email: mcalderon@laquintaca.gov
Phone: 760.777.7014
1. Candidates must be or have been a
resident of La Quinta for a minimum of
(3) three years.
2. Candidates must have dedicated a
minimum of (3) three years of service
to the community of La Quinta in one or
more of the following areas:
• Community Engagement &
Leadership - Taking part and/or
leading efforts to improve the local
community and address community
issues.
• Public Service -
Employment or involvement in public
service fields.
• Volunteer Efforts & Philanthropy -
Donation of time or services to local
organizations.
PILLAR OF THE
COMMUNITY
NOMINATION FORM
1. How has the candidate contributed
significantly to the community of La Quinta in
Name:
one or more of the following areas: volunteer
efforts and philanthropy, community
engagement and leadership, public service?
Address:
Email:
Phone:
Years of La Quinta residency:
Years of service to the Community of La Quinta:
2. List any La Quinta organizations that the
candidate is directly involved with. How long
Nominating Party:
has the candidate been associated with these
organizations and how has their involvement
benefited the community?
Name:
Email:
Phone:
Please answer the questions on the next
page and feel free to attach additional
sheets if necessary.
3. The Pillar of the Community is La Quinta's
highest honor for recognizing individuals who
have gone above and beyond to serve the
community. Explain in detail why the candidate
is deserving of the Pillar of the Community
Award, highlighting the specific impacts they
have made for the betterment of La Quinta.
Junior Inspiration and
Youth Achievement
For Questions please contact:
Michael Calderon
Email: mcalderon@laquintaca.gov
Phone: 760.777.7014
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1. Candidates must be five (5) to eighteen (18)
years of age.
2. Candidates must be or have been a La Quinta
resident or attended a La Quinta school (public,
private, or homeschool) for a minimum of one (1)
year.
3. Candidates must have contributed significantly
to the community of La Quinta. Examples may
include:
• Academic Achievement - Accomplishments
attained in an academic setting include
outstanding test scores, research outcomes,
scholarships, academic honors, and/or
continued education.
• Acts of Kindness or Service - Helping others,
organizing fundraisers, planting trees, leading a
community clean-up event, and/or any other
acts of selfless service that positively impact
the community.
• Artistic Achievement - Accomplishments in the
field of visual, literary, or performing arts
including awards, scholarships, productions,
and overall achievements in the arts.
• Athletic Achievement - Accomplishments in
the field of sports including outstanding athletic
performance (team or individual), scholarships,
and/or tournament/championship game
performances.
• Community Engagement & Leadership -
Taking part and/or leading efforts to improve
the local community and address community
issues.
• Volunteer Efforts - Donation of time or services
to local organizations including nonprofits,
charities, schools, animal shelters, senior
centers, sports leagues, churches, and/or youth
organizations.
JUNIOR INSPIRATION/YOUTH
ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
NOMINATION FORM
78495 Calle Tampico) La Quinta, CA 92253
3. List specific achievements the candidate has
earned and describe how these achievements
serve as inspiration to local youth.
1. How has the candidate contributed to the
community of La Quinta in one or more of the
Name:
following areas: volunteer efforts, community
engagement and leadership, academic
achievement, athletic achievement, artistic
Address:
achievement, acts of kindness/service? be
specific.
Email:
Phone:
Years of La Quinta residency:
Years of service to the Community of La Quinta:
Nominating Party:
2. How has the candidate demonstrated that
they are a leader and positive role model for
their peers?
Name:
Email:
Phone:
Please answer the questions on the next
page and feel free to attach additional
sheets if necessary.
La Quinta's Distinguished Citizens are
special individuals who have distinguished
themselves as community leaders through
their volunteer efforts, involvement with
local organizations, athletic achievements,
and/or achievements in the arts.
Recipients of the Distinguished Citizen
Award are recognized by the City during a
City Council meeting and their names are
permanently engraved on the
Distinguished Citizens Acknowledgement
Monument in Civic Center Park.
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Award Qualifications:
1. Candidates must be or have been a
resident of La Quinta for a minimum of
one (1) year.
2. Candidates must have contributed to
the community of La Quinta and/or
Coachella Valley through their acts of
service or involvement with
community organizations, athletics, or
the local art scene. Examples may
include:
• Volunteering or involvement with
nonprofits, charities, schools, animal
shelters, food banks, senior centers,
etc.
• Coaches, referees,
professional/collegiate athletes,
involvement with youth sports
organizations, etc.
• Painters, sculptors, performing
artists, musicians, writers, etc.
DISTINGUISHED
CITIZEN
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Candidate1
1. How has the candidate contributed to the
community of La Quinta or Coachella Valley
Name: through their acts of service or involvement
with community organizations, athletics, or
arts community?
Address:
Email:
Phone:
Years of La Quinta residency:
Years of service to the Community of La Quinta:
2. List any La Quinta/Coachella Valley
Party:Nominating organizations (nonprofits, schools, senior
centers, youth sports, etc.) that the candidate is
directly involved with and describe their role
within the organization(s).
Name:
Email:
Phone:
Please answer the questions on the next
page and feel free to attach additional
sheets if necessary.
3. Is there any additional information about the
candidate that should be considered?
Community Service Award
Recipients of the Community Service
Award have demonstrated leadership
and positive change through their acts
of kindness and selfless service to the
community. By recognizing these
exceptional individuals, the City hopes
to inspire local citizens to continue
doing their part to improve the lives of
La Quinta residents and visitors.
Recipients of the award are selected
by the Arts and Community Services
Commission and recognized during
a City Council meeting.
For Questions please contact:
Michael Calderon
Email: mcalderon@laquintaca.gov
Phone: 760.777.7014
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1. Candidates must be a current resident of
La Quinta for a minimum of one (1) year.
2. Candidates must have demonstrated
acts of kindness or service to the
community of La Quinta through their time,
actions, talents, or dedication. Examples
may include:
• Leadership
• Social Responsibility
• Mentorship
• Positive Change
• Selfless Service to the Community
3. Candidates should serve as a role model
for compassion and strive to make the
community of La Quinta a better place.
COMMUNITY
SERVICE AWARD
NOMINATION FORM
78495 Calle Tampicol La Quinta, CA 92253
Name:
Address
Email:
Phone:
Years of La Quinta residency:
Years of service to the Community of La Quinta:
Name
Email:
Phone:
Please answer the questions on the next
page and feel free to attach additional
sheets if necessary.
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1. Describe in detail how the candidate has
demonstrated acts of kindness or service to
the Community of La Quinta through their
time, actions, talents, and/or dedication (i.e.
Leadership, social responsibility, mentorship,
positive change, selfless service).
2. How has the candidate served as a role model
and/or demonstrated a commitment to making
La Quinta a better place?
3. List any notable incidents or actions the
candidate displayed to be considered for the
Community Service Award.
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Community Awards Programs —` MORR"Ll
The City of La Quinta's community awards programs were developed to recognize the
individuals who have made significant impacts in La Quinta through their acts of service,
kindness, leadership, and dedication to serving the community. Citizens are encouraged to
nominate individuals they feel are deserving of these awards based on the criteria listed
below. Nominees are assessed and reviewed on a case -by -case basis and awarded at the
discretion of City staff, Arts and Community Services Commission (ACSC), and/or City
Council. The City of La Quinta reserves the right to approve or deny any and all awards
nominees.
Pillars of the Community
Qualifications:
1. Candidates must be or have been a resident of La Quinta for a minimum of one (1) year.
2. Candidates must have dedicated a minimum of three (3) years of service to the community of
La Quinta in one or more of the following areas:
Volunteer Efforts & Philanthropy — Donation of time or services to local
organizations including nonprofits, charities, schools, animal shelters, senior
centers, sports leagues, churches, and/or youth organizations.
Community Engagement & Leadership — Taking part and/or leading efforts to
improve the local community and address community issues.
Public service — Employment or involvement in public service fields including
education, law enforcement, emergency services, healthcare, and/or local
government.
Recognition Process:
• Nominations are accepted year-round.
• SIA recipients are not automatically inducted as Pillars of the Community.
• Candidates may have received prior recognition from the City in one or more of the
following areas:
o Distinguished Citizen Award
o Community Services Award
o Junior Inspiration/Youth Achievement Award
• Nominees are vetted by City staff, recommended by ACSC, and approved by City
Council.
• Recipients are presented with an award and/or plaque during a special Pillars of
the Community Ceremony in the Council Chambers.
• Recipient names are permanently added to the perpetual plaque located in the City
Hall lobby.
• Recipients are acknowledged at the City Picnic, and/or additional City Events.
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• Recipients are featured on the City's social media and mentioned in The Gem
community magazine.
Recognition Timeframe (subject to change):
• June — Nominees reviewed by ACSC
• July — Nominees approved/denied by City Council
• September — Pillars of the Community Ceremony
Distinguished Citizen
Qualifications:
1. Candidates must be or have been a resident of La Quinta for a minimum of one (1) year.
2. Candidates must have contributed to the community of La Quinta and/or Coachella Valley
through their acts of service or involvement with community organizations, athletics, or the
local art scene. Examples may include:
• Volunteering or involvement with nonprofits, charities, schools, animal shelters, food
banks, senior centers, etc.
• Coaches, referees, professional/collegiate athletes, involvement with youth sports
organizations, etc.
• Painters, sculptors, performing artists, musicians, writers, etc.
Recognition Process:
• Nominations are accepted year-round.
• Nominees are vetted by City staff, recommended by ACSC, and approved by City
Council.
• Recipients are presented with an award/plaque during a City Council meeting.
• Recipients are acknowledged at the City Picnic, and/or additional City Events.
• Recipients are acknowledged on the City's social media.
• Recipient names are engraved on the Distinguished Citizen/Artists & Athletes
monument in Civic Center Campus
Recognition Timeframe (subject to change):
• June — Nominees reviewed by ACSC
• July — Nominees approved/denied by City Council
• September — Pillars of the Community Ceremony
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Junior Inspiration & Youth Achievement Award
Qualifications:
1. Candidates must be five (5) to eighteen (18) years of age.
2. Candidates must be or have been a La Quinta resident or attended a La Quinta school (public,
private, or homeschool) for a minimum of one (1) year.
3. Candidate must have contributed significantly to the community of La Quinta. Examples may
include:
• Academic Achievement — Accomplishments attained in an academic setting
include outstanding test scores, research outcomes, scholarships, academic
honors, and/or continued education.
• Acts of Kindness or Service — Helping others, organizing fundraisers, planting
trees, leading a community clean-up event, and/or any other acts of selfless
service that positively impact the community.
• Artistic Achievement — Accomplishments in the field of visual, literary, or
performing arts including awards, scholarships, productions, and overall
achievements in the arts.
• Athletic Achievement — Accomplishments in the field of sports including
outstanding athletic performance (team or individual), scholarships, and/or
tournament/championship game performances.
• Community Engagement & Leadership — Taking part and/or leading efforts to
improve the local community and address community issues. Help to build self-
esteem and be a good role model for their peers.
• Volunteer Efforts — Donation of time or services to local organizations including
nonprofits, charities, schools, animal shelters, senior centers, sports leagues,
churches, and/or youth organizations.
Recognition Process:
• Nominations are accepted year-round.
• Nominees are vetted by City staff and chosen by ACSC.
• Recipients are presented with an award/certificate during a City Council meeting.
To allow for instantaneous recognition, recipients will be honored at a Council
meeting immediately following the ACSC meeting during which they were
approved for the award.
• Recipients are acknowledged at the City Picnic, and/or additional City Events.
• Recipients are acknowledged on the City's social media.
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Community Service Award
Qualifications:
1. Candidates must be a current resident of La Quinta for a minimum of one (1) year.
2. Candidates must have demonstrated acts of kindness or service to the community of La Quinta
through their time, actions, talents, or dedication. Examples may include:
• Leadership
• Social Responsibility
• Mentorship
• Positive Change
• Selfless Service to the Community
3. Candidates should serve as a role model for compassion and strive to make the
community of La Quinta a better place.
Recognition Process:
• Nominations are accepted year-round.
• Nominees are vetted by City staff and approved by ACSC.
• Recipients are presented with a certificate during a City Council meeting.
• Recipients are acknowledged at the City Picnic, and/or additional City Events.
• Recipients are acknowledged on the City's social media.
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STUDY SESSION ITEM NO. 1
City of La Quinta
ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION: May 20, 2024
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE: DISCUSS THE COMMUNITY AWARDS PROGRAM FRAMEWORK
RECOMMENDATION
Discuss the Community Awards Program framework.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• Commissioners and City staff are collaborating to enhance and restructure the
City's Community Awards Program (Awards).
• A subcommittee was formed to review the Awards process and provide
recommendations concerning Awards criteria, promotional efforts, and how to
generate a pool of eligible candidates.
• The subcommittee is recommending a Community Awards Framework
(Framework) (Attachment 1) for the Commission to reference when engaging
Community members about the City's award opportunities.
FISCAL IMPACT — None.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
In 2001, City Council approved the criteria for the Pillars of the Community, Distinguished
Artists, and Distinguished Athletes award programs. After several years of implementing
the awards, Commissioners noticed a decline in award nominations. In June 2022, a
subcommittee was formed to assess the awards programs and provide recommendations
concerning Awards criteria, promotional efforts, and how to generate a pool of eligible
candidates. Since then, the subcommittee and Commission have been working with City
staff to revamp the Awards and in December 2023, a consensus was reached to
recommend the new Awards criteria to Council. As a component to the Awards revamp,
the subcommittee is also proposing the Framework to provide guidance and consistency
when promoting the Awards within the community. The Framework includes the
particulars concerning program goals, methodology for finding eligible candidates, Award
promotions, and Commissioner responsibilities. The Framework would serve as an
internal document for the Commission to reference as they collaborate to elevate the
City's Awards programs.
Prepared by: Michael Calderon, Management Analyst
Approved by: Christina Calderon, Community Resources Deputy Director
Attachment: 1. Awards Framework
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Community Awards Framework
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 its 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 of the Community 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, a pillar provides 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.
Program Goal & Intent
To effectively communicate, elevate, and promote the City of La Quinta's Community Awards
program to residents, encouraging participation and recognition of outstanding contributions
to the community.
This is a treasure hunt for "everyday 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 a Pillar. 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 a Pillar 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 recognized
persons who have been honored as a Pillar "in the loop" gives worthy exposure to them and
the City's commitment to community involvement.
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Objective & Methodology
To assign specific responsibilities to City Staff and Commissioners that will simplify the
nomination process and provide guidelines for the following:
• Uplifting award recipients.
Encouraging honorees to continue their good work and participate in City events.
Motivating recipients to promote the Awards within their networks and nominate
individuals they know of who are making a difference in the community.
If these awards are to reflect the community, the nominations must germinate from the
community. The process must start with a Call to Action through peer -to -peer contact. Letters
to community organizations and ads in publications like 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 timelines. 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.
Target Audience
Residents of La Quinta, California
Channels of Communication and Program Promotions
City Website: A dedicated webpage on the City's official website to provide information about
the Community Awards program, including nomination criteria, categories, and submission
instructions. The webpage should also include information about what Award recipients
should expect (participation in Council Meeting and/or City events) and encourage residents
to apply for future awards.
Social Media: Regular posts and updates should be shared on the City's official *social media
channels (Facebook, X, Instagram, Nextdoor) to raise awareness about the Community
Awards program, highlight past winners, and encourage nominations. *Social media content
and frequency of posts is determined by the City's Marketing Division.
Newsletter and The Gem: The City should utilize its email newsletter to reach residents
directly, providing updates about the Community Awards program, highlight past winners
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(where are they now?), and reminding them of nomination processes. *Gem newsletter
content is determined by the City's Marketing Division.
Community Events: Representatives from the City's Arts & Community Services Commission
and Staff will attend community events, such as town hall meetings and local festivals, to
promote the Community Awards program. Past winners will be invited to attend these
gatherings and special verbal recognition will be given to award recipient attendees by an
elected official or staff member. The announcer should also promote future nominations by
outlining the nomination process and answering questions from residents.
Press Releases: *Press releases to local media outlets to announce the launch of the
refreshed Community Awards program, winners' announcements, and any other significant
updates or developments. *Press releases are determined by the City's Marketing Division.
Roles and Responsibilities
Arts & Community Services Commission (ACSC
A list of local partners, volunteer networks and non -profits should be compiled by the ACSC
for reference and to liaise between these agencies that may have connections to the gems of
La Quinta. This list can be divided between members and assigned as outreach and
promotional activities that are expected from the commissioners. Duties include:
Report on promotional activities/efforts during the Commissioner's Items section of the
agenda at each ACSC regular meeting.
Promote the Awards program within respective networks and communities, encourage
nominations, and participate in the selection process.
Each Commissioner should be assigned several community partners to reach out to
and help promote the Awards and the nomination process.
City Staff
The ACSC recommends one promotional boost per quarter - two weeks before an ACSC
regular meeting to gain nominations that can be discussed and recommended to City Council
in a timely manner. Staff is responsible for managing the communication strategy for the
Community Awards program, including content creation, scheduling, and monitoring of
engagement across various channels.
Follow -Up for Each Award
The City should consider highlighting recipients' achievements in the following manner:
• Social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
• Feature recipient stories in the City newsletter.
• Conduct interviews with local media outlets.
• Offer opportunities for the winner(s) to continue their service through City -sponsored
projects.
• ACSC should personally congratulate the winner with a letterhead/certificate.
• Invite winner to a public recognition ceremony at a City council meeting.
• Press release celebrating winner(s) contributions.
• Video testimonials are a quick and heartfelt way to recognize achievements.
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Youth Inspiration Award: Follow -Up with school principal for recognition at a school
assembly, social media, newsletter, and feature them in the school newsletter. The City
and/or partnership organizations (DRD, YMCA, Boys & Girls Club) can consider offering
internships, job shadow, or mentorship opportunities to support their future endeavors.
Conclusion
By implementing this comprehensive communication plan, the City of La Quinta aims to
engage residents in recognizing and celebrating individuals who make significant
contributions to the community, fostering a sense of pride and unity among its residents.
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STUDY SESSION ITEM NO. 2
City of La Quinta
ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION: May 20, 2024
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TIT' : DISCUSS ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES WORK PLAN
RECOMMENDATION
Discuss Arts and Community Services Commission goals and objectives work plan.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• In February 2024, Council adopted Ordinance No. 610 to amend Chapter 2.95 of
the La Quinta Municipal Code (Code) relating to the Community Services
Commission.
• Revisions to the Code include changing the name of the Commission to Arts and
Community Services Commission (ACSC) as well as updates to the ACSC's
purview.
• A Subcommittee was formed to review the Code changes and identify ACSC goals
and objectives to consider moving forward.
FISCAL IMPACT — None.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS
In February 2024, Council adopted Ordinance No. 610 to amend the Code relating to the
Community Services Commission. Revisions to the Code include changing the name of
the Commission to Arts and Community Services Commission (ACSC) to encompass the
Commission's focus on public art acquisitions. Additional changes to the Code include a
provision to expand ACSC membership to seven members if needed, reference to the
ACSC Road Map, and consolidation of the Commission's purposes and objectives.
Commissioners Shelton and Gordon were appointed to serve on a subcommittee to
closely review the Code to identify goals and objectives for the Commission to incorporate
in a Work Plan for the upcoming fiscal year. After discussing the Code updates, the
subcommittee will also offer recommendations on developing a method to address key
objectives and how to collaborate with City staff to systematically approach the powers
and duties listed in the Code.
Prepared by: Michael Calderon, Management Analyst
Approved by: Christina Calderon, Community Resources Deputy Director
Attachment: 1. Subcommittee Goals & Objectives Handout
2. Chapter 2.95 of Municipal Code Relating to ACSC
ATTACHMENT 1
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Goals & Objectives
Goal
The Arts & Community Services Commission (ACSC) shall extend every effort to ensure that
a wide cross-section of community residents, interests, and viewpoints are represented in
City offerings by promoting and enhancing the awareness of the community to these
contributions.
Background
The ACSC recommended a Commission Goals and Objectives Review Subcommittee to
include Commissioners Gordon and Shelton. The subcommittee met and made the following
recommendations for the commission's consideration.
The 2024 City of La Quinta Commissioner's Handbook calls out a list of objectives (Municipal
Code Chapter 2.95, Attachment 2) for the commission by providing a Commissioner Road
Map with three main categories and the objectives for each as follows:
A. Art
1. Recommend services and programs pertaining to cultural arts, including but not
limited to, literary, performing, and visual arts, thereby promoting cultural enrichment
and art appreciation within the community.
2. Recommend funding opportunities for cultural programs and activities.
3. Work with city staff to develop a list of potential sites for public art.
4. Work cooperatively with city boards, commissions, committees, and other
organizations to promote art and cultural activities within the city.
5. Maintain a list of pre -qualified artists for the city.
B. Events
1. Recommend public events, including lifestyle, contracted and signature city events.
2. Review and assess city recognition and acknowledgment programs.
3. Identify opportunities to establish a youth commission or board.
C. Recreation
1. Recommend recreation services and programs, including programs for outdoor
amenities and public spaces, such as city owned parks, and biking and hiking trails.
2. Facilitate coordination with local recreation and service organizations, including
non-profit agencies and outdoor groups.
Commission Expectations
The Commission should identify areas of high interest for the commission members to then
allocate actionable assignments to each member to accomplish within a specific timeframe.
The subcommittee recommends ACSC take an active role in leading these objectives. At
each regular meeting, each Commissioner in turn will submit a written report on their
activities for the time period and verbally present to the commission these activities in the
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Commissioner's Items section of the agenda. These reports should be based on the
individual commissioner's interests as they pertain to the objectives in the handbook or as
assigned at a commission meeting.
FY24/25 Goals
Category - ART
1. Identify mural/sculpture artists and publish an RFP for mural/sculpture installation.
Postpone Civic Center Art Purchase Committee (pending Council approval) and focus
efforts on commissioning a mural or large-scale installation.
2. Identify and list potential sites for public art.
The list should include locations and indicate potential mediums, colors, themes, etc.
ACSC can discuss the list and work with staff to identify priority locations.
The list will help with future APP purchases and execution of APP strategic plan.
Category — Events
1. In conjunction with the refreshed and updated community awards, commissioners will
actively recruit nominations and report to the commission at each regular meeting their
efforts.
2. Elevate resident awards winners by recognizing winners and past winners at City and
community partner events.
3. ACSC to provide feedback/input to staff regarding City events.
Category — Recreation
1. Survey recreation facility users for feedback.
Opportunity for ACSC to engage community members and ask questions about City
facilities, parks, and amenities.
Staff can connect with partners and facility operators (Desert Recreation District,
Action Pak Alliance, etc.) for assistance with surveys/feedback.
Community input will help ACSC identify focus areas and potential future projects.
2. Assess potential opportunities for new programs, classes, and/or services at the Wellness
Center or other city/park facilities.
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ORDINANCE NO. 610 - EXHIBIT A
Title 2 - ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL Adopted: Februrary 20, 2024
Chapter 2.95 COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION ATTATCHMENT 2
Chapter 2.95 ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
2.95.010 General rules regarding the arts and community services commission.
Except as set out below, see Chapter 2.06 for general provisions.
( Ord. 516 § 7, 2013)
2.95.020 Number of members.
The arts and community services commission ("ACSC") shall consist of five (5) members appointed by, and serving
at the will of the city council. The city council may increase the number of members from time to time but in no
event shall the membership exceed seven (7) members or be less than five (5) members. If the code refers to the
former "community services commission" or "CSC' as an abbreviation thereof, such reference shall mean the ACSC
established and governed by this chapter.
( Ord. 516 § 7, 2013)
2.95.030 Qualifications of members.
In addition to the qualification requirements set forth in Section 2.06.040, applicants for the ACSC shall exhibit
expertise, experience, knowledge, or similar assets that may be useful in serving on the ACSC.
Every effort will be made to ensure that a wide cross-section of community residents, interests and viewpoints,
including providers, recipients and professionally -related occupations are represented, including artists and/or
individuals with knowledge or appreciation of the literary, performing, and/or visual arts. Community service
organizations, public and private, such as law enforcement, recreation, public health, gang prevention, childcare,
and senior services, for example, may be represented.
( Ord. 516 § 7, 2013)
2.95.040 Purpose and objectives.
The general purposes of the ACSC are to encourage the development of a planned and orderly approach to the
delivery of leisure and community services in the city, to advise the city council with respect to the city's
development of cultural arts, including cultural events and activities, and to promote the literary, performing and
visual arts.
Cultural arts as used in this section may involve cultural and arts -related disciplines and activities, including, but
not limited to, the following:
A. Performing art, such as drama, music and dance.
B. Visual arts, such as painting, sculpture, photography, graphics, video art, applied art, and public art.
C. Literary arts, such as literature, poetry, and journalism.
D. Communications arts, such as film, television, radio, and technology.
La Quinta, California, Municipal Code
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The ACSC shall also maintain and implement the La Quinta art in public places program subject to approval of the
city council.
The objectives of the ACSC are to serve in an advisory capacity to the city council to identify community needs for
all matters pertaining to social services, community programs, public art, and public recreation as listed in detail in
the ACSC Road Map, maintained by the Community Services Department, as may be amended from time to time.
The Commission Road Map focuses on the following three (3) main categories:
A. Art
1. Recommend services and programs pertaining to cultural arts, including but not limited to,
literary, performing and visual arts, thereby promoting cultural enrichment and art appreciation
within the community.
2. Recommend funding opportunities for cultural programs and activities.
3. Work with city staff to develop a list of potential sites for public art.
4. Work cooperatively with city boards, commissions, committees, and other organizations to
promote art and cultural activities within the city.
5. Maintain a list of pre -qualified artists for the city.
B. Events
1. Recommend public events, including lifestyle, contracted and signature city events.
2. Review and assess city recognition and acknowledgment programs.
3. Identify opportunities to establish a youth commission or board.
C. Recreation
1. Recommend recreation services and programs, including programs for outdoor amenities and
public spaces, such as city owned parks, and biking and hiking trails.
2. Facilitate coordination with local recreation and service organizations, including non-profit
agencies and outdoor groups.
( Ord. 516 § 7, 2013)
2.95.050 Powers and duties.
The powers and duties of the ACSC shall be advisory to the city council and the ACSC shall provide recommendations
to the city council in the following areas:
1. Research and solicitation of grants, donations, loan programs, and other available funding mechanisms
for cultural arts.
2. Assess and review parks and recreation facility operations.
3. Recommend recreation and social activities and programs.
4. Promote community services programs and events.
5. Serve as stewards of the public interest and community.
6. Assess and review park and community service masterplan updates, if assigned by the city council.
7. Foster mutual understanding and respect among racial, religious, cultural and nationality groups.
( Ord. 516 § 7, 2013)
(Supp. No. 4, Update 1)
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2.95.060 Committees.
The ACSC may, from time to time, establish committees composed of ACSC members, citizens and/or interested
people, charged with the responsibility of implementing certain designated projects subject to ACSC and city
council approval. At least one (1) member of the ACSC shall also be a member of each committee.
( Ord. 516 § 7, 2013)
(Supp. No. 4, Update 1)
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