HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025 12 08 ACSC MinutesARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 1 of 3 DECEMBER 8, 2025
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ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES
MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2025
CALL TO ORDER
A regular quarterly meeting of the Arts and Community Services Commission
(Commission) was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by Chair Chiapperini.
PRESENT: Commissioners Beesemyer, Biondi, Brower, and Chair Chiapperini
ABSENT: Vice Chair Webb
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Brower 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 – None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
1.RECEIVE AND FILE MEETING MINUTES DATED SEPTEMBER 8, 2025
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Brower/Beesemyer to
approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Motion passed: ayes – 4, noes – 0,
abstain – 0, absent – 1 (Webb).
BUSINESS SESSION
1. RECOMMEND COUNCIL APPROVAL OF PILLAR OF THE COMMUNITY
AWARD NOMINEES
Senior Management Analyst Calderon presented the staff report, which is on file in the
Community Services Department.
The Commission expressed general support for both nominees, noting their contributions
to community events, local organizations, and civic engagement. The Commission
expressed general consensus to recommend both nominees for Council approval.
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Beesemyer/Brower
recommending Council approval of Phil La Grece and Doug Hassett as Pillar of the
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Community Award Nominees. Motion passed: ayes – 4, noes – 0, abstain – 0, absent – 1
(Webb).
2. RECOMMEND RECIPIENT OF THE 2025 LA QUINTA SENIOR INSPIRATION
AWARD TO CITY COUNCIL
Senior Management Analyst Calderon presented the staff report, which is on file in the
Community Services Department.
The Commission discussed each of the four nominee’s volunteer work, professional
background, and level of community involvement; depth and type of service performed
across different organizations; and the distinction between volunteer work performed
within La Quinta versus in the Coachella Valley.
PUBLIC SPEAKER: Sally Shelton, La Quinta – inquired about the eligibility requirements
for the Senior Inspiration Award; and whether the nominees’ volunteer work was generally
in the Coachella Valley or primarily in La Quinta.
The Commission discussed the award criteria, noting that nominees do not need to
perform the majority of their service in La Quinta; and non-selected nominees may be
nominated for other awards as well as for this award again in the future.
MOTION – A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Brower/Beesemyer
recommending Council approval of nominee Judy Hoffman as recipient of the 2025
Senior Inspiration Award. Motion passed: ayes – 4, noes – 0, abstain – 0, absent – 1
(Webb).
STUDY SESSION
1. DISCUSS MARKETING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2025/26
Marketing Manager Graham and Director of Business Unit and Housing Development
Villapando presented the staff report, which is on file in the Community Services
Department.
The Commission discussed local media outreach and public service announcements;
merchandise possibilities for La Quinta branding and efforts to increase public availability;
Highway 111 corridor development and potential walkable areas; attracting sit-down
restaurants versus fast-food establishments; affordable housing projects, unit counts and
easement requirements; market rental rates and average income for residents; the City’s
marketing efforts through social media, newsletters, podcasts, outreach to visitors; and
coordination with the Chamber of Commerce and local colleges to provide business
development resources.
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DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS – Verbal Updates
1.LA QUINTA YOUTH COLLECTIVE
Staff reported the La Quinta Youth Collective (LQYC) has launched with 20 participating
students from La Quinta High School, Xavier Prep, and local residents attending other
Coachella Valley schools; the LQYC has completed department-based learning sessions,
is currently working on community service projects and has volunteered at recent City
events such as the La Quinta Fall Festival, Veterans Recognition Ceremony, and the Tree
Lighting Ceremony.
The Commission requested that the LQYC be brought to a future meeting.
2. LA QUINTA ART CELEBRATION PURCHASE COMMITTEE (Committee)
Staff said the Committee selected two commissioned artworks at the November 2025 La
Quinta Art Celebration – (1) a metal sculpture by Boris Kramer for installation at the
Wellness Center entrance, and (2) a custom glass installation by Jesse Kelly
incorporating bamboo-inspired elements; and installations are anticipated to be
completed in January 2026.
3. CITY EVENTS RECAP
Staff provided updates on recent City events, including the Hunter Lopez Lightsaber Vigil,
9/11 Candlelight Vigil, La Quinta Fall Festival, Veterans Recognition Ceremony, Tree
Lighting Ceremony, City Hall Open House, Ironman 70.3 La Quinta triathlon, and Iron Kid;
and highlighted upcoming events such as the Mission LQ Rocket Launch, Concerts in the
Park, Wellness Day, and the March 2026 La Quinta Art Celebration.
COMMISSIONERS’ ITEMS – None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners
Brower/Beesemyer to adjourn this meeting at 5:20 p.m. Motion passed: ayes – 4,
noes – 0, abstain – 0, absent – 1 (Webb).
Respectfully submitted,
Amanda Guerrero, Commission Secretary
City of La Quinta, California