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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes - Parks and Recreation Commission 10/03/2017CITY OF PALM DESERT PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: Rachelle D. Klassen, City Clerk FROM: Angie Marron, Clerical Assistant DATE: December 5, 2017 SUBJECT: Submission of Minutes for the Parks and Recreation Commission Attached for your records are the approved minutes of the Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting of Tuesday, October 03, 2017. Please let me know if you have any questions or need additional information. Thank you. Attachment (as noted) CITY OF PALM DESERT MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, OCTOBER 03, 2017 — 8:30 a.m. Administrative Conference Room — Palm Desert Civic Center 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California 92260 I. CALL TO ORDER Chair Mary Helen Kelly convened the meeting at 8:30 a.m. II. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Mary Helen Kelly Commissioner Randy Guyer Commissioner Kim Housken Commissioner Lynn Bixen Commissioner Gerald Dawson Commissioner Van Tanner Absent Vice Chair Mike Hardin Ex-Officio Members: Rob Ballew, YMCA of the Desert Kevin Kalman, DRD Also Present: Ryan Stendell, Director of Community Development Johnny Terfehr, Management Analyst Randy Chavez, Landscape Supervisor Sabby Jonathan, Council Liaison Angie Marron, Recording Secretary Guests: David Keyes, YMCA of the Desert / Aquatic Center Brenda Nutcher, Desert Recreation District Tim Skogen, Desert Recreation District / First Tee Tammy Martin, Friends of the Desert Mountains III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS NONE IV. CONSENT CALENDAR 1 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES OCTOBER 03, 2017 A. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 05, 2017 Rec: Approve as presented Upon a motion by Commissioner Guyer, second by Commissioner Dawson, and carried by a 6-0-1 vote of the Commission, (AYES: Kelly, Dawson, Bixen, Housken, Guyer, Tanner; NOES: None; ABSENT: Hardin) the Consent Calendar was approved as presented. V. NEW BUSINESS A. FEES AND CHARGES - DRD Presentation Ryan Stendell explained to the commission how the contract between the DRD and the City worked. The contract with the DRD allows them to charge in two different ways. The DRD charges the city on annual basis for services they provide us in the parks, and that's actual labor. The second section of the agreement with the DRD refers to the fees and charges manual; those are the outward facing charges to the community for the services that the DRD provides. Brenda Nutcher provided the Commission with a more simplified report regarding the fees. In the fees and charges manual, the first proposal is facility use passes. Currently it's $25 for Palm Desert and Indio residents; the new proposal is $50 for Palm Desert and Indio residents; annual fees would be $50. For special events at parks, fees would be based on the number of people and the type of event being held. Commissioner Housken asked if the residents would be benefiting with the price increase; some Commissioners don't agree with doubling the fees for residents; especially for seniors. Rob Ballew pointed out that the residents are still getting a great deal compared to other dubs and facilities. A discussion then took place; no action was taken. Staff recommends continuing the item; give as much input, suggestions, and concepts, regarding fees and manual changes. VI. CONTINUED BUSINESS A. FREEDOM PARK / PICKLEBALL FACILITY IMPROVEMENT Ryan Stendell introduced Johnny Terfehr, and Ron Moreno who will be working on the Pickleball Facility Improvement Project; they will both be working directly with Randy Chavez. They will be out at Freedom Park on October 17, presenting a tentative masterplan concept to the pickleball community and receive input as the Commission requested. 2 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES OCTOBER 03.2017 VII. OLD BUSINESS NONE VIII. PRESENTATIONS AND UPDATES A. PARK USE REPORT - Hovley Soccer Park Ryan Stendell reminded everyone that soccer is in full swing. He spends five nights out of the week at the soccer park, and Commissioner Tanner has also spent time out there. The field itself is incredible. The youth soccer program is incredible, with 800 kids out there; it's a very popular sport. Mr. Stendell encouraged the Commissioners to spend some time out there on a Saturday to see all the activity. Sabby mentioned that it is very family oriented, and it's a place where race, religion are invisible; the community is united. B. PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER Rob Ballew presented for David Keyes. There were close to 2000 people in the complex for the Y Be Fit event. A major diving event could not be held in LA, and will be held here in the Aquatic Center, with over 200 entries. All boards are being refinished. Mr. Keyes also spoke with the Joslyn Center Director, and met up with him with regarding possible future programs. C. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT Rob Ballew went straight into the Y be Fit video. There was great representation from the City. The total number of people attending was well over 1700, including the volunteers. Monroe school was the biggest supporter, with over 774 in attendance. Over 600 lbs. of color and 35 gallons of fluorescent color were used for the Color Run. • Y Rookies — 102 kids • Flag Football — 152 kids • Youth & Govt. — 62 kids D. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT Brenda Nutcher stated that season is coming back and they are quite busy with after school programs. The DRD is doing the Teen Driving Program with over 100 teens attending. Adaptive program is taking off with the community; registration is open for Senior Games, which will be held February 7-11, 2018. There is currently over 90 registered for the 3 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES OCTOBER 03.2017 pickleball session; another venue will be added this year for volleyball. Sunday Sounds Concert series will be starting out with the library; and the Cooking Series as well. Desert Rose Annual Show is scheduled for November 12-13. A free magic class will be available for after school programs starting in January. Ms. Nutcher is in the process of hiring someone to manage the co-ed softball team. The Bicycle Rodeo, for the bike giveaway, will be held December 16, and they will be teaming up with the Sheriff's Department. Chair Kelly thanked the DRD and the YMCA for the great work they do. Tim Skogen, with the First Tee, stated that registration is in full swing. Golf Center is currently closed for over seeding; golf course will be up and running by second week of November. Chamber Mixer will be held on November 15 at First Tee Golf Center. Also, their 10th Anniversary will be on January 10. Two local female participants will be at The First Tee Open at Pebble Beach. E. FRIENDS OF THE DESERT MOUNTAINS Tammy Martin mentioned that Carrizo and Dead Indian Canyon are open through the end of this year. The trails are located across from Santa Rosa Visitor Center, near the Art Smith Trail access point. They are also working with the Boy Scouts group at the Bump N Grind trail. New trail signs are set to arrive soon. They are celebrating their 30th anniversary on November 3, with a big event. The Wildflower Festival will be held on March 3, 2018. IX. COMMISSIONER, COUNCIL -LIAISON, AND STAFF COMMENTS Commissioner Housken mentioned that Coach Marcia asked her why there weren't any recycling cans at Washington Charter. Mr. Chavez stated that they aren't really that cost effective; however, he can look into the issue. Rob Ballew mentioned that the YMCA is celebrating their 35th anniversary; they will be having their fund raising event on November 4. X. ADJOURNMENT With unanimous consent of the Commission, the ry'(,eting was adjourned at 9:39 a.m. OA. Yhar\ J Angi arron, Recording Secretary 4