HomeMy WebLinkAboutXcptn PDMC 9.58.010 - Joslyn Ctr - Ophelia PrjctSTAFF REPORT
CITY OF PALM DESERT
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
MEETING DATE: January 11, 2018
REQUEST:
Recommendation
By Minute Motion,
Approve an exception to Palm Desert Municipal Code Section
9.58.010 (Consumption of alcoholic beverages on public property)
for the sale and consumption of alcohol by the Ophelia Project at
the Joslyn Center (73-750 Catalina Way).
1. Approve an exception to Palm Desert Municipal Code Section 9.58.010
(Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages on Public Property) at the Joslyn
Center (73-750 Catalina Way), for various events by the Ophelia Project in
2018, as outlined in this report.
2. Authorize the City Manager to sign the Daily License Application from the
California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control for this event, as
required.
Strategic Plan
Approval of this request does not directly tie into the strategic results portion identified in
the Palm Desert Strategic Plan. However, events at the Joslyn Center are geared
toward a wide audience and provide a cultural and lifestyle enrichment for all ages.
Background Analysis
The Joslyn Center is a nonprofit community organization providing programs, services
and activities for adults over 50 years old in Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage and Indian
Wells. The Center hosts numerous weekly programs and activities that are designed to
encourage active involvement.
The Ophelia Project, a program of John F. Kennedy Memorial Foundation since 1998, is
a comprehensive five year group mentoring program serving hundreds of girls annually
in 8th through 12th grade, in all three Unified School Districts within the Coachella
Valley. The mission of the Ophelia Project is to empower and encourage teenage girls
to increase their sense of self-worth and maximize their potential contribution to society.
January 11, 2018 - Staff Report
Joslyn Center Municipal Code Exemption (The Ophelia Project)
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In 2018, the Ophelia Project is hosting various events in celebrating their 20th
Anniversary. Several of these events are occurring at the Joslyn Center in Palm Desert
and will involve the serving of alcohol as follows:
Event
Zumba Coachella Valley Fundraiser
Ophelia Birthday Party
Valentine Brunch
Improvisation Comedy Show
Date
Saturday, January 20, 2018
Saturday, February 3, 2018
Sunday, February 11, 2018
Saturday, February 24, 2018
As alcohol is being served, they are requesting a municipal code exception to Palm
Desert Municipal Code Section 9.58.010 (Consumption of alcoholic beverages on public
property). Under the new lease agreement, the Joslyn Center is also required to
maintain liquor liability insurance. Staff recommends approval of the exception and
authorization of the City Manager to sign the ABC application, as required.
Fiscal Analysis
There is no fiscal impact associated with this event.
Preparte d by. STEPHEN (. ARYAN, RISK MANAGER
LEGAL REVIEW
Robert W. Hargreaves
City Attorney
DEPT. REVIEW
Lori Carney
Director of Administrative
Service
FINANCIAL REVIEW CITY MANAGER
Janet Moore
Director of Finance
Attachment: Ophelia Project 20th Anniversary Celebrations
Lauri Aylaian
City Manager
DRAFT
(there are sometimes changes as event dates approach)
Ophelia Project 20th Anniversary
Celebrations
Sunday, November 5, 2017 - 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Ophelia Project Picnic
Coachella Valley Museum and Cultural Center grounds
Join us for the 'unveiling' of the Ophelia Project bench. Board
members, Staff, and Ophelia Ambassadors will be in attendance.
All Ophelia girls and their parents are invited to attend
Free (bring your own picnic lunch)
Saturday, November 11, 2017 - 9:00 am
Veteran's Day at La Quinta City Hall
American Flags created by Ophelia Girls will be on display
Free
Sunday, December 3, 2017 - 5:00 pm
K wO trx— Dinner
Benefiting the Ophelia Project
Westin Mission Hills
$99.00
Friday, January 19, 2018 - 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Ophelia Project Annual Volunteer Certification Conference
Desert Sands Unified School District Education Service Center
Ophelia Volunteers and VIPs
Saturday, January 20, 2018 - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Zumba Coachella Valley Fundraiser for Ophelia Project
The Joslyn Center
Zumba instructors Lisa Dunlop, Paula Tapia and Blanca Vasquez
host
Zumba Master Class
With Special celebrity guest - International Zumba Presenter
Travis Algarin
$10 in advance / $15 at the door
Saturday, February 3, 2018 - 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Ophelia Birthday Party! Fundraiser hosted by Private Donor
The Joslyn Center
Dinner, beer/wine, live band (a la Eagles!)
Adults only - $$ (TED)
Sunday, February 11, 2018 - 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Valentine Brunch benefitting the Ophelia Project
1/21/2017 9:04 AM
DRAFT
(there are sometimes changes as event dates approach)
The Joslyn Center
Attendees bring a baked good - Ophelia Ambassadors will conduct
a 'baked goods' auction
$15.00
Saturday, February 24, 2018 - 7:00 pm
The Improvables!
Hilarious Improvisation Comedy Show and VIP Reception
Fundraiser Celebrating 20 Years of Ophelia Project
The Joslyn Center
$25 suggested donation
Thursday, March 8, 2018 - 4:00 - 7:30
Desert Forum Inc., Youth Town Hall -- Caroline Kennedy
Ophelia Ambassadors only
Renaissance Esmeralda Resort
Sunday, March 11, 2018 - 1:00 pm
Dancing With Our Stars Luncheon
Benefitting the Ophelia Project
Featuring 3 Ophelia Dance Couples!
Agua Caliente Spa and Resort
$90
Friday, April 13, 2018 -
Dusty Wings Annual Dinner
Benefitting the Ophelia Project
Hotel Paseo in Palm Springs
$150.00
Thursday, April 26, 2018 10:30 am
Ophelia Project 20th Anniversary Annual Luncheon!
Agua Caliente Resort and Spa
$85.00
1/21/2017 9:04 AM