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1992 07 09 CC Minutes' LA QUINTA CITY COUNCIL AND COACHELLA VALLEY RECREATION & PARKS DISTRICT JOINT STUDY SESSION JULY 9, 1992 Special Joint Study Session of the La Quinta City Council and the Coachella Valley Recreation & Parks District was called to order at the hour of 7:00 P.M., Mayor Pena/Chairman Macknicki presiding. Roll Call-La Quinta City Council PRESENT: Council Member Franklin, Rushworth, Sniff & Mayor ena ABSENT: Council Member Bohnenberger D?TION: It was moved by Council Members Sniff & Franklin to excuse Council Member Bohnenberger. Motion carried unanimously. Roll Call-Coachella Valley Recreation & Parks District PRESENT: Danny Garza, Joanne Gilbert, Richard Macknicki, Jacques Abels, Gordon Jensen and Danny Garza ABSENT: None Mayor Pena advised that he hopes to have productive discussion on the few issues listed on the agenda. He further advised that by no means are they prepared to make any decisions, but simply to open dialogue between the Coachella Valley Recreation & Parks District and the City of La Quinta on how to better serve the residents with recreational services. Don Martin, Coachella Valley Recreation & Parks District Manager, addressed the City Council stating that when two agencies such as the CVRPD and the City meet to discuss mutual areas of concern, this shows that both agencies can cooperate and understand problems existing now and should be encouraged to an even greater extent to work for mutual areas that can develop our recreation district and the City. Chairman Macknicki thanked the City Council on behalf of the Board of Directors of the Coachella Valley Recreation & Parks District. He advised that the CVRPD appreciates the opportunity to explore possibilities relative to recreation & parks within the City of La Quinta. The CVRPD Board is present to cooperate. The sole purpose of the CVRPD is to provide recreation and parks within their boundaries, which the City of La Quinta lays within. Chairman Macknicki gave a brief summary of the CVRPD beginning, goals and objectives. BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 'Joint Study Session Meeting 2 July 9, 1992 City of La Quinta and Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District Director Abels advised that the CVRPD is present to accomplish parks & recreation in all areas. He advised of the parks & recreation building that is being built in Indio, adding that it will be one of the finest recreation facilities in the Coachella Valley. Mayor Pena advised that the City Council appreciates the Board of Directors of the Coachella Valley Recreation & Parks District attending the meeting. He expressed hope that this will be the beginning of a continuing dialogue with the lines of communication remaining open and positive, so that the end result will be that the residents will have better parks and recreation and better services in these times of economic problems. DISCUSSION ITEKS 1. Co?!?mmity Park In response to Council Member Franklin, Director Abels advised that the CVRPD receives about $200,000 per year for the City of La Quinta. He further advised that it is all spent in La Quinta. Scott Morgan, Assistant District Manager of CVRPD, advised that the majority of the indoor programs are held in the Community Park. They include the preschool program, summer day camp, a joint use with the La Quinta Boys & Girls Club and night exercise program. Council Member Rushworth advised that he would like to skip to Item No. 3, the Sports Complex and asked if the CVRPD proposal is adequate. Mr. Genovese advised that the City has received the proposal and met with the CVRPD. He further advised that before any recommendations are given, a further analysis is needed. In response to Council Member Rushworth, Mr. Geflovese advised that the proposal would be negotiable, but the other options that might be available need to be researched. Mayor Pena advised that the Community Park belongs to the Coachella Valley Recreation and Parks District and not the City and asked for a brief background. BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 'Joint Study Session Meeting 3 July 9, 1992 City of La Quinta and Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District Mr. Morgan advised that the Community Park at one time was owned by Santa Carmelita Water District that serviced the La Quinta area. When the water district halted existence, the La Quinta Chamber of Commerce could not take over the park because they could not own land. At that time the CVRPD took over the land and now holds the deed. In response to Mayor Pena, Mr. Morgan advised that there are deed restrictions on the land that pertain to the sale of the property and possibly regarding what the District can do with the property. Mayor Pena questioned if the District could long-term lease the property for park uses. Mr. Morgan advised that he was not sure. Mayor Pena advised that the reason for the questions are because the City has had discussions pertaining to acquisition of the property by either long-term lease or trade for another piece of property that is owned by the City. Chairman Macknicki advised that the current project in Palm Desert was basically the same scenario. Over the years the CVPRD had property that the City of Palm Desert wanted and through negotiations, contracts and special legislation through Sacramento a trade was made. The provisions of the trade of that property for their specific use was that the CVRPD would be provided with a facility. The contract has been awarded and will provide the CVRPD with a 20,000 sq. ft. complex. Mayor Pena questioned if CVRPD?s Legal Counsel could research the types of conveyances that may be available on the property. He further advised that Council directed staff to work with the surrounding property owners to look at circulation problems around the park and through the Village. The City would like to include the Planning Staff of the CVRPD on this. The City would like to move quickly on this project as there are circulation problems that are paramount to the City, especially the intersection of Montezuma and Eisenhower. BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 'Joint Study Session Meeting 4 July 9, 1992 City of La Quinta and Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District Director Jensen advised that the only problem he sees would be the historical nature. On the Palm Desert property, there was federal grant money that went into the tennis courts and there are restrictions on property once federal dollars are involved. He further advised that the CVRPD is not sure whether federal dollars have been involved in the La Quinta property. Mayor Pena advised that the change to the park would be with circulation and adding parking, but still remain as park use. Maybe a different type of park use. Director Abels advised that they have discussed working with the City to build a facility at the Fritz Burns Park, to be designed by the City and CVRPD. He advised that the contract with the City of Palm Desert was for $1,850,000. Mr. Morgan advised that the Palm Desert facility includes a full regulation basketball court, two regulation volleyball court overlays on two non-regulation basketball court overlays in the gymnasium, a weight-room facility, two indoor racquetball courts, a multipurpose room, kitchen facilities and a children's activity room. Mr. Morgan advised that this facility is funded through a land exchange and the Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency. As a part of this deal there was a pass-through agreement to make sure that there are adequate funds. Council Member Franklin advised that the City of La Quinta would like to have the Community Park back and would like to work with the CVRPD in order to obtain it. She asked if the CVRPD agreed to this exchange, what would they want in return. Director Abels advised that the two bodies would have to enter into negotiations. In response to Council Member Franklin, CVRPD Board Members believed that it's a realistic idea. Discussion ensued regarding the type of services that will be beneficial to La Quinta residents. BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 'Joint Study Session Meeting 5 July 9, 1992 City of La Quinta and Coachella valley Recreation & Park District Council Member Franklin advised that there are immediate recreation needs to obliterate gang problems in La Quinta. There is a need for a facility that will keep the kids busy from the hours of 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Possibly a weight room and boxing facility. In response to Council Member Franklin, Director Abels advised that in Palm Desert they had temporary facilities until a permanent one could be built. This could be worked out with portable buildings. Mayor Pena advised that the City could work with the La Quinta Middle School to get the at-risk youths off the streets. The youths are looking for alternatives to get of f the streets. Director Jensen advised that baseball leagues could be expanded to include this age group. Council Member Rushworth advised that it would be a fairly simple thing to set up a boxing ring in the auditorium at the La Quinta Middle School. In response to Council Member Rushworth, Mr. Morgan advised that the CVRPD has a working relationship with Lee Espinoza, who is the Coach of the Coachella Boxing Club. He has a fleet of well-qualified coaches who may be interested in expanding their program. Council Member Sniff the CVRPD needs to discuss among their staff what they can provide the City of La Quinta, how quickly and at what cost. Director Macknicki advised that through programming, the CVRPD can satisfy the needs of La Quinta. The CVRPD can come up with a proposal and research the legal aspects. Council Member Sniff advised that discussion is needed as to whether the CVRPD can provide services that the City cannot. There is an immediate need to produce a program. The City must recover the park in order to make The village viable. It needs to be determined what the value of the park is and what it's worth. Director Jensen questioned what City Staff is doing to address the youth problems. BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 'Joint Study Session Meeting 6 July 9, 1992 City of La Quinta and Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District Mr. Clint Bohien, Park & Recreation Manager, addressed the Council and CVRPD Board advising that he is currently working with the Community Services Commission and several other recreation agencies including the CVRPD to coordinate resources and attempt to address some of the problems in the Community relative to gangs and at-risk youths. The City?s Parks & Recreation Department, being a staff of one, is not currently prepared to address this issue on his own. The Parks & Recreation Manager has presented programs that have been reviewed and approved. He briefly reviewed his background in the Parks & Recreation field. Council Member Franklin advised that the City has an immediate problem and wants to know what the CVRPD and the City can do. Chairman Macknicki advised that the CVRPD programs can be arranged to fit the needs of the youth in La Quinta. Mayor Pena advised that the children with a problem can be contacted and advised of the programs offered. Council Member Franklin advised that the La Quinta Middle School multi-purpose room and the Child-Care Center are available for evening use. All options need to be explored. Director Abels advised that we need to get involved with the seniors. The CVRPD has a van that could be used for trips. Mayor Pena advised that the immediate need for the Seniors is an exercise room. Director Jensen advised that priorities will be addressed for the La Quinta area. Council Member Sniff advised that the costs need to be addressed as well as funding. Council Member Sniff advised that the CVRPD is spending $200,000 in the La Quinta area and asked what programs are being funded and are they completely utilized and if not maybe they could be better publicized. BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 'Joint Study Session Meeting 7 July 9, 1992 City of La Quinta and Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District Director Gilbert advised that she has not seen a community room used more than the one at the La Quinta Community Park. Shifting programs around would probably not be a problem, but where do you draw the line of what will be taken away. Mayor Pena advised that maybe programs could be relocated to make better uses of the Community Center. Council Member Franklin advised that the kids are closer to the Community Park center. Recessed for five minutes Acquisition/De-Annexation Continued use, and possible redesign for circulation per village Specific Plan. 2. Fritz Burns Park Development of and proposed prograruning by C.V.R.P.D. 5- Programing Senior Programs High School-Aged Children Director Abels advised that he and Mr. Morgan have talked with the Seniors and advised them of the availability of programs that CVRPD could start with. He gave an example; if the seniors want to go to the San Diego Zoo, CVRPD has a van and driver for them. Director Jensen advised that when the CVRPD did their Master Plan, La Quinta was included indepth. He further advised that one of the things that the City should be aware of is the responses of the La Quinta residents when the Master Plan was being prepared. Council Member Franklin requested a copy of the La Quinta residents responses. Council Member Sniff advised that the City has recently concluded a survey from more than 1000 citizens, which he recommended be shared with CVRPD. Mr. Genovese advised that the City will provide CVRPD a copy and update them on where the City stands on both parks. BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 'Joint Study Session Meeting 8 July 9, 1992 City of La Quinta and Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District Mr. Bohien advised that the next meeting for the Fritz Burns Park will be on July 16, 1992 at 7:00 p.m. There will be a special meeting on July 13, 1992 for the Community Services Commission to meet with the Design Firm for Community Park North at City Hall at 7:00 p.m. In response to Council Member Sniff, Mr. Martin advised of his background in Senior programming. He further advised of the Senior Olympics that are becoming popular all over the Country. Council Member Sniff advised that the City could supply CVRPD with a current list of senior programs with the possibility of CVRPD supplementing the programs. David Orme, Senior Center Volunteer, advised that the City is in contact with the architect for the Senior Center. The building design is very functional with a multi-purpose room, billiards, arts & crafts, health center and painting & bridge room. Council asked that the two staffs get together to see what kind of immediate programming can be done for the 11at risk'1 and other teenage groups. Director Jensen questioned if there had been any reports from the Sheriffs Department regarding critical needs as they see them. Mayor Pena advised that Mr. Bohlen has mentioned that the Sheriff's Department has been involved in the meetings and they are providing input. Director Abels advised that the Security Officer for Desert Sands Unified School District gave a presentation on the Gang infiltration. Mayor Pena advised that it?s going to take all of us to get involved to eliminate this problem. Not only will we provide them with opportunities to divert, but we will be tough on them where need be. 3. Sports Complex Proposal suixiiitted by C.V.R.P.D. for scheduling. Mayor Pena advised that staff has been directed to review the proposal. BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 BIB] 01-29-96-U01 04:53:39PM-U01 CCMIN-U02 07-U02 09-U02 1992-U02 ' Joint Study Session Meeting 9 July 9, 1992 City of La Quinta and Coachella valley Recreation & Park District 4. Facilities User Fees. No discussion There being no further business,?the meeting was adjourned. 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