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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026 06 08 ACSC Quarterly MeetingArts & Community Services Commission agendas and staff reports are now available on the City's website at www. LaQuintaCA. pov/PublicMeetin ps ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION AGENDA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026, AT 4:00 P.M. Members of the public may listen to this meeting by tuning -in live via www.laguintaca.gov/livemeetings; past meetings are available through the video archive via www.laguintaca.gov/pastmeetings Closed captions in English and Spanish are available to all users through this video streaming service. CALL TO ORDER Roll Call: Commissioners Beesemyer, Biondi, Brower, Webb and Chair Chiapperini 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 [Gov. Code § 54954.2(b)]. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS LA QUINTA MUSEUM AND LIBRARY PROGRAMS UPDATE CONSENT CALENDAR NOTE: Consent Calendar items are routine in nature and can be approved by one motion. PAGE 1. RECEIVE AND FILE MEETING MINUTES DATED MARCH 9, 2026 ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 1 of 5 JUNE 8, 2026 AGENDA BUSINESS SESSION — None STUDY SESSION — None DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS — Verbal Updates FRITZ BURNS PARK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT COMPLETION 2. CITY EVENTS RECAP 3. LA QUINTA YOUTH COLLECTIVE UPDATE 4. ART IN PUBLIC PLACES UPDATE COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS ADJOURNMENT ********************************* The next meeting of the Arts & Community Services Commission will be held on September 14, 2026, 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, Amanda Guerrero, Secretary of the Arts & Community Services Commission of the City of La Quinta, do hereby declare that the foregoing Agenda for the Commission meeting was published in accordance with the Brown Act [Gov. Code § 54954.2] on the City's website, accessible directly from the City's home page through the "Calendar/ Public Meetings" icon link, and posted at the City Hall bulletin board, located near the entrance to the Council Chamber at 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253, on June 4, 2026, which is freely accessible to members of the public. DATED: June 4, 2026 Amanda Guerrero, Commission Secretary City of La Quinta, California ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 2 of 5 JUNE 8, 2026 AGENDA 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, CA 92253; and 2) on the City's website at www.laguintaca.gov/publicmeetings in accordance with the Brown Act [Gov. Code §§ 54954.2, 54956, and 54957.5]. • The La Quinta City Council Chamber is wheelchair accessible. If hearing assistance equipment is needed, please contact the City Clerk's office at (760) 777-7147, 24-hours in advance of the meeting and accommodation 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(d�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). Only one person at a time may speak and only after being recognized 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. Members of the public who utilize a translator shall be provided at least twice of the allotted time to ensure non-English speakers receive the same opportunity to directly address the Commission. ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 3 of 5 JUNE 8, 2026 AGENDA 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 website 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 [Gov. Code § 7920.000 et seq]. TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY — INSTRUCTIONS Teleconference accessibility may be triggered in accordance with the Brown Act "during a proclaimed state of emergency or local emergency," as defined [Gov. Code § 54953.8.2]; or if a member of the Commission requests to attend and participate in this meeting remotely pursuant to any of the following: (1) "disability" [Gov. Code § 54953(c)], or (2) "just cause" [Gov. Code § 54953.8.3], as defined. In such instances, remote public accessibility and participation will be facilitated via the Zoom Webinar audio-visual platform as detailed at the end of this agenda. *** TELECONFERENCE AND TELEPHONIC PROCEDURES*** APPLICABLE ONLY WHEN TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY IS IN EFFECT ZOOM LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/s/88215960899 Meeting ID: 882 1596 0899 Or join by phone: (253) 215 — 8782 VERBAL PUBLIC COMMENTS — members of the public may attend and participate in this meeting by teleconference or telephonic accessibility via the Zoom Webinar audio- visual platform and must activate the "Raise Hand" feature on their electronic device (*9 for telephonic participation) when public comments are prompted by the Chair, and will be queued in consecutive order; the City will facilitate the ability for a member of the public to be audible to the Commission and general public and allow them to speak on the item(s) requested. Members of the public must unmute themselves via the "Audio" feature on their electronic device (*6 for telephonic participation) when prompted upon being recognized by the Chair, in order to become audible to the Commission and the public. ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 4 of 5 JUNE 8, 2026 AGENDA WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS can be provided either in person during the meeting or emailed to MCalderon(a_LaQuintaCA.gov any time 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 Commission Secretary can accommodate such request. CLOSED CAPTION AND TRANSLATION Closed Caption and Translation are accessible through the Zoom Webinar audio-visual platform and accessible in real-time to all teleconference attendees. Members of the public must activate the "Show Captions" feature on their device for closed caption; and may use the "Options Arrow" to select from the list of available languages for translation. ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 5 of 5 JUNE 8, 2026 AGENDA CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO. 1 ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MINUTES MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2026 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, Brower (joined the meeting at 4:25 p.m.), Webb, and Chair Chiapperini ABSENT: Commissioner Biondi PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Beesemyer 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. HIGHWAY 111 CORRIDOR SPECIFIC PLAN AND DEVELOPMENT CODE PROJECT — PLANNING UPDATE Planning Manager Flores provided a detailed overview of the Highway 111 Corridor (Corridor) Specific Plan (SP) and Development Code Project (Project), outlining the project's long-term planning efforts, prior community outreach, and coordination with consultants to develop roadway design concepts and updated zoning regulations; explained that the Project aims to consolidate the 11 separate SPs into a unified framework; described key development types including vertical and horizontal mixed use, retail, and lodging; reviewed policy concepts such as active frontage areas to enhance pedestrian activity and an auto -oriented overlay to accommodate vehicular uses; and highlighted opportunities for future affordable housing developments on City -owned vacant sites along the Corridor in accordance with the State's Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) requirements and future development potential. The Commission discussed the integration of public art within future Corridor development, including requirements under the City's Art in Public Places program, and the process for Commission review of proposed artwork; the importance of considering visibility, accessibility, and placement of art as projects are developed; and conceptual elements of the contemplated consolidated SP, including roadway configurations and strategies to balance pedestrian -oriented improvements. ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 1 of 3 MARCH 9, 2026 QUARTERLY MINUTES 7 CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS 1. RECEIVE AND FILE MEETING MINUTES DATED DECEMBER 8, 2025 MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Beesemyer/Webb to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Motion passed: ayes — 3, noes — 0, abstain — 0, absent — 2 (Biondi, Brower). BUSINESS SESSION 1. RECOMMEND RECIPIENT OF THE JUNIOR INSPIRATION AND YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD TO CITY COUNCIL Senior Management Analyst Calderon presented the staff report, which is on file in the Community Services Department. The Commission expressed general support for the nominee, Ethan Miller, noting his leadership, community involvement and contributions to civic programs; and reached a consensus to recommend Council approval of his nomination for the Junior Inspiration and Youth Achievement Award. MOTION — A motion was made and seconded by Commissioners Webb/Beesemyer recommending Council approval of Ethan Millar as a Junior Inspiration and Youth Achievement Award Nominee. Motion passed: ayes — 3, noes — 0, abstain — 0, absent — 2 (Biondi, Brower). STUDY SESSION — None DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS — Verbal Updates 1. SILVERROCK PARK MURAL Staff provided an update on the SilverRock Park mural project, noting that the selected artist, John Cuevas, is revising design concepts based on Council feedback; and the mural is anticipated to be installed as a vinyl wrap with an anticipated lifespan of two to three years, enabling future replacement or rotation of artwork. 2. CITY HALL MURAL Staff announced the completion of the City Hall mural, titled "Wish You Were Here" by artist Nathan (Nate) Frizzell, noting its successful installation and reception; the Commission commented on the importance of placing future public art in highly visible and accessible locations to promote community engagement. 3. CIVIC CENTER ART PURCHASE COMMITTEE (Committee) Staff reported on recently acquired art pieces by the Committee, noting the installation of "Synergy" by artist Boris Kramer and "La Quinta Bamboo" by artist Jessee Kelly at the ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 2 of 3 MARCH 9, 2026 QUARTERLY MINUTES 8 Wellness Center, and the selection of "Dreams II" by artist Guilloume Fine Art and "Gulfstream" by artist Doug Merskin for display within the City Hall lobby; and noted that the City's artwork is rotated periodically to improve visibility and public access. COMMISSIONER BROWER JOINED THE MEETING AT 4.25 P.M. 4. LA QUINTA YOUTH COLLECTIVE (LQYC) Staff provided an update on the LQYC, describing the program's ongoing meetings and educational activities, and highlighting upcoming student -led community service projects, including senior engagement events, and a pet adoption event in partnership with Riverside County Animal Services for the La Quinta Birthday Celebration scheduled for April 25, 2026, at the Civic Center Campus. 5. CITY EVENTS Staff provided a summary of recent City events, including the Mission LQ Rocket Launch, Concerts in the Park, Wellness in the Desert at Civic Center Campus, American Express Golf Tournament at PGA West, La Quinta Art Celebration; and upcoming City events, including Concert in the Park on March 28 at SilverRock Park, Easter Eggstravaganza on April 4 at La Quinta Park, Flyover Kite Event on April 11 at SilverRock Park, City Birthday Celebration on April 25 at the Civic Center Campus, and additional Concerts in the Park on May 6 and May 23. COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS Vice -Chair Webb shared the Snake of La Quinta, a community -driven installation of painted rocks along a local hiking trail, noting its increasing length and popularity among residents and visitors as an example of accessible public art; and highlighted the Old Town Artisan Studios Paint and Sip event and the March 23 gala, which will honor Mayor Evans with the Community Spirit Award. Chair Chiapperini emphasized the importance of placing future public art in visible and accessible locations to encourage public interaction and encouraged identifying additional potential locations and providing early input placement. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, it was moved and seconded by Commissioners Webb/Beesemyer to adjourn this meeting at 4.37 p.m. Motion passed: ayes — 4, noes — 0, abstain — 0, absent — 1 (Biondi). Respectfully submitted, Amanda Guerrero, Commission Secretary City of La Quinta, California ARTS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION Page 3 of 3 MARCH 9, 2026 QUARTERLY MINUTES 9 HAND OUTS ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING JUNE 83 2026 ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING - JUNE 8, 2026 - HAND-OUT BY LA QUINTA MUSEUM DIRECTOR SHARLA FOX ANNOUNCEMENTS, PRESENTATIONS, AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS ITEM NO. 1 - LA QUINTA MUSEUM EVENTS AND PROGRAMS ibits Quinta Museum LA QUINTA Dive into the stories of those that have shaped our City, y from the original stewards of the land, the Cahuilla, to the homesteaders, ranchers, and dreamers looking for a desert oasis. Coming Soon SHE SANG ME A J - GOOD LUCK SONG The California Indian Photographs of Dugan Aguilar On exhibit 100 rkJuly 1 - September 20, 2025 T FEMALE LE 0�"*S C W-,LAT!W'^MER10A ON EXHIBIT OCTOBER NOVEMBER 2025-4Ji - 4f 4,. 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I ; Free admission cl Tuesdays - Saturday 10 am - 4 pm 77885 Avenida Montezuma, La Quinta. 760 777 7170 F wwr.'k O A9����'TT�e. 0La Quinta Museum 77885 Avenida Montezuma La Quinta CA 92253 1 760-771-7170 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AdNL QUINTARump T LA OLD TOWN LIBRARY im LA QUINTA -pw LAQUINTA CITY CIVIC CENTER HALL 4�ELLNESs PARK LA QUINTA COMMUNITY I g AVENIDA LA FONDA FITNESS CENTER Y/ w oD p w w O AVENIDA MLA QUINTA ¢ ~ Z J U MUSEUM m N CITY OF = o 0 LA QUINTA J J J 1 Z W E N U U U U • z O U Q O aJ cc Q S a:W J Q POWER POINTS ARTS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING JUNE 83 2026 Arts and Community Services Commission Meeting June 8, 2026 CALIP6RNIN - Arts and Community Services Commission Roll Call CALIRNIA '. Pledge of Allegiance �19 Arts and Community Services Commission Public Comment - CALIRNIA Arts and Community Services Commission Confirmation of Agenda CAL'IMRZ Arts and Community Services Commission Announcements, Presentations, and Written Communications CALIF '-IA Arts and Community Services Commission P1 - Program Recapitulation and Updates - La Quinta Museum, and Library .4 CALORNIN - LA q ;)UIRLIC! AM q�r� It MWI M.A June 8, 2026 QUICK STATS 2026 Patronage Jan - Apr • 38,808 I (r� • W Falon Ballard 10 Circulation Jan - Apr • 58,263 -M_ Sara Hashem Programs Jan - Apr • 159 Programs • 5,036 attendees 5 June 8, 2026 Adult Programs • Adult Coloring Book Night • Book Clubs • Garden Club • Paint Night i 11 Teen Programs • Anime Club • Level Up • Teen Counsel • Blackhawk Hour • Teen Volunteers CAflTAPOdE E 12 • Japanese Culture Club • Chess Club • Composting • Author Visits r Ll June 8, 2026 Childrens Programs • Baby Storytime • ABC Storytime • Sensory Hour • Kids of the Arts l • Tween Game Night • Pokemon Club • Minecraft Mondays • The Giving Tree Dia de los Ninos Cultural Booths • The Swedish American Vasa of the Desert Viking order 682 • Greek Orthodox Church • Reynas del Valle of Mexico • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum • Mohave Desert Land Trust 14 7 June 8, 2026 Dia de los Ninos Resource Booths • Desert Paws Sanctuary • Martha's Village • The Living Desert • The Mama's House 15 • The Mama's House • St. John's Community Health • JFK Memorial Foundation • Girls Scouts Dia de los Ninos Activities and Performances • The Golden Kernel • Desert Party Company • The Fix on Wheels • Ballet Folkorico 16 • Folklorico Flores • Retonos de Mexico • Children's Playtime Productions June 8, 2026 17 Snowed in at the 40 mW This Summer ADVENTURE S 1 1 A DISCOVER, LEARN, GROW! lJ 1YI ER REA D I N G JUNE 12,2026 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM - ■I NOTEWORTHY PUPPETS: KID ZORRO o„o mu,t emb aee hie family a deatiny In e,de, to sa e M1e local Mission from a corrupt politician with a diabolical plan. Will young Diego lb-1 the courage to continue his Abuelo's mission to combat social infu ti<e. TUNE 19, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM FAMILY FUN DAY !� LSh eading.eatn.ing.ike i by Step M1anlie campisi, followed by a Fa—milyly Fashion Show! JUNE 26, 2026 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM DISCOVER, LEARN, GROW! JOSEPH HART THE REPTILE HUNTER ea!�athe cape ng w of re ith —i,ph iease note th sean�gtls hmpenes M Arts and Community Services Commission Consent Calendar CALIM RN I IN Arts and Community Services Commission Departmental Reports Fritz Burns Park Improvement Project Completion • Improved playground, shade, seating areas • More parking spaces • New restroom building • Relocated dog park • New activity pool • DRD will continue to operate pool and coordinate new programs Fritz Burns Park OA Il � I` ' City Events Recap City Birthday Bash Easter Eggstravaganza Concerts in the Park La Quinta Youth Collective Recap ad 2- 't fz Art in Public Places • SilverRock Park Mural • Revised designs currently under review • Signal Box Art Program • Collaborating with LQ schools for design concepts • A Call to Artists will be sent to teachers/students next school year Commissioner Items r, f CALlRRN A June 8, 2026 27 14