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(VIRTUAL MEETING)
8:30 A.M.
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
• Welcome and Introduction of New Commissioners
III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Note: In consideration of the current Coronavirus/COVID-19 Pandemic and
pursuant to the Governor's Executive Orders, Commissioners may participate
via Teleconference/Virtual Meeting.
Any person wishing to discuss any item not otherwise on the agenda has the following
options for remote public participation:
Public comment may be received by email from the time the agenda is posted up until
one (1) hour prior to the posted time of meeting convening (7:30 a.m.).
Emails will be distributed for the record prior to the meeting. If the sender so requests,
the email will be read into the record during the virtual meeting. Emails shall be limited
to a maximum of three (3) minutes.
Email:jnelson@cityofpalmdesert.org
Via Zoom/Teleconference: Please email jnelson@cityofpalmdesert.org to request the
Zoom meeting ID and passcode prior to meeting convening (until 7:30 a.m.).
Because the Brown Act does not allow the Housing Commission to take action on
items not on the agenda, Commissioners will not enter into discussion but may briefly
respond or instead refer the matter to staff for report and recommendation at a future
Housing Commission meeting.
AGENDA
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION — VIRTUAL JULY 6, 2021
Reports and documents relating to each of the following items listed on the
agenda, including those received following posting/distribution, are on file in
the Office of the Department of Development Services and are available for
public inspection. Please contact (760) 346-0611, Extension 489, at least 24
hours in advance for assistance with access to any of the Agenda, materials, or
remote participation.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. MINUTES of the Virtual Regular Housing Commission meeting of May 4, 2021.
Rec: Approve as presented.
Action:
V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
VI. NEW BUSINESS
A. SELECTION of a Vice Chairperson.
Rec: Nominate and appoint position.
Action:
B. SELECTION of Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Member.
Rec: Nominate and appoint position.
Action:
C. DISCUSSION regarding Park Ambassador Program.
Action:
VII. PRESENTATIONS AND UPDATES
A. PARK USE REPORT
B. PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER
C. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT
D. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT
• Program Updates
• Facilities Use
• First Tee
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E. FRIENDS OF THE DESERT MOUNTAINS
F. PALM DESERT LIBRARY
VIII. COMMISSIONER, COUNCIL-LIAISON, AND STAFF COMMENTS
• Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Schedule for August and
September 2021
IX. ADJOURNMENT
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the
foregoing agenda for the Housing Commission was posted on the City Hall bulletin board not
less than 72 hours prior to the meeting. Dated this 30th day of June 2021.
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Melinda Gonzalez, Recording Secretary
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
PRELIMINARY MINUTES
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I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Guyer convened the meeting at 8:30 a.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Present: Absent
Chair Randy Guyer Commissioner Mike Hardin
Vice Chair Kim Housken Commissioner Mary Helen Kelly
Commissioner Gerald Dawson
Commissioner Paul B. Murphy
Commissioner Van Tanner
Ex-Officio Members:
Paula Simonds, YMCA of the Desert
Kevin Kalman, Desert Recreation District
Also Present:
Eric Ceja, Deputy Director of Development Services
Jennifer Nelson, Management Analyst
Randy Chavez, Landscape Supervisor
Sabby Jonathan, Council Liaison
Melinda Gonzalez, Management Specialist
Angie Marron, Recording Secretary
Guests:
David Keyes, YMCA of the Desert /Aquatic Center
Brenda Nutcher, Desert Recreation District
Tammy Martin, Friends of the Desert Mountains
III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
NONE
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF TUESDAY, MARCH 02, 2021
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Rec: Approve as presented
Upon a motion by Commissioner Murphy, second by Chair Guyer, carried by a 5-
0-2 vote of the Commission, (AYES: Guyer, Housken, Dawson, Murphy, Tanner; NOES:
None; ABSENT: Hardin, Kelly) the Consent Calendar was approved as presented
V. NEW BUSINESS
A. MEMORIALIZING THE LATE COACH PAUL THOMPSON AT HOVLEY
SOCCER PARK
REC: By Minute Motion, approve staff recommendation to coordinate with the
Palm Desert Youth Soccer Association at an upcoming event and replace/install a
concrete bench near Field Five with inscription to read as follows:
COACH PAUL THOMPSON
ALWAYS IN THE GAME
Upon a motion by Chair Guyer, second by Commissioner Murphy, carried by a 5-
0-2 vote of the Commission, (AYES: Guyer, Housken, Tanner, Murphy, Dawson; NOES:
None; ABSENT: Kelly, Hardin) the Commission moves to recommend to Council the
approval for staff to coordinate with the Palm Desert Youth Soccer Association at an
upcoming event and replace/install a concrete bench near Field Five with inscription for
Coach Paul Thompson at Hovley Soccer Park.
B. CIVIC CENTER DOG PARK SHADE STRUCTURE REPLACEMENT.
REC: By Minute Motion, select and approve one of two options for replacing
shade structure at Civic Center Dog Park.
Upon a motion by Commissioner Tanner, second by Chair Guyer, carried by a 5-
0-2 vote of the Commission, (AYES: Guyer, Housken, Tanner, Murphy, Dawson; NOES:
None; ABSENT: Kelly, Hardin) the Commission moves to approve and replace the shade
structure with a metal structure at Civic Center Dog Park.
VI. CONTINUED BUSINESS
NONE
VII. OLD BUSINESS
NONE
VIII. PRESENTATIONS AND UPDATES
A. JOHN MARMAN BRIDGE DEDICATION VIDEO
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PRELIMINARY MINUTES MAY 04, 2021
Video created by Frank Taylor was provided to group for viewing.
B. PARK AMABASSADOR UPDATE REPORT
Updates verbally provided by Commission.
(See attached)
C. PARK USE REPORT
Updates provided verbally by: Jennifer Nelson and Randy Chavez.
D. PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER
Update provided verbally by: PDAC Manager, David Keyes.
E. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT
Update provided verbally by: Ex-Officio, Paula Simonds.
F. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT
Update provided verbally by: Ex-Officio, Kevin Kalman and Brenda Nutcher
(See attached)
G. FRIENDS OF THE DESERT MOUNTAINS
Update provided verbally by: Tammy Martin
(See attached)
IX. COMMISSIONER, COUNCIL-LIAISON, AND STAFF COMMENTS
Chair Guyer requested a follow up in regards to the parking at Magnesia Falls for
CV Link.
Angie Marron thanked the entire Commission group for being such a wonderful
group of individuals to work with for the past seven years as she will be
transitioning to a new department.
X. ADJOURNMENT
With unanimous consent of the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 9:31
a.m.
Angie Marron, Recording Secretary
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TO: Parks and Recreation Commissioners
FROM: Jennifer Nelson, Management Analyst
DATE: May 4, 2021
SUBJECT: Memorializing the late Coach Paul Thompson at Hovley Soccer Park
In January of this year, the Desert lost a longtime youth soccer coach, mentor and friend to
many; Mr. Paul Thompson aka Coach Thompson. At the February 2, 2021 Parks and
Recreation Commission meeting, it was requested that City staff present some options of
memorializing Coach Thompson at Hovley Soccer Park, his favorite hangout.
After researching available options, staff is recommending the following actions:
1. As benches in Hovley Soccer Park are in need of repair/replacement, replacing a
bench near Field Five in memory of Coach Thompson with the following inscription:
COACH PAUL THOMPSON
ALWAYS IN THE GAME
(see attached)
2. Coordinate with the Palm Desert Youth Soccer Association requesting them to
honor Coach Thompson at the upcoming soccer conference in February 2022.
The cost to the City would be approximately $2500.00 for bench replacement and an
additional $500.00 for the inscription. For item No. 2, staff does not foresee any additional
costs to the City.
Attachments: Sample Bench Inscription
Arial of Hovley Soccer Park
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FROM: Randy Chavez, Landscape Supervisor
DATE: May 4, 2021
SUBJECT: Civic Center Dog Park Shade Structure Replacement
On March 15, 2021, the City experienced a severe wind event that blew over a light standard
in the Civic Center Park parking lot. The pole landed on top of one of the fabric shade
structures in the large dog park and caused severe damage; to the point where the entire
structure was deemed unrepairable and had to be removed.
With the extreme Desert temperatures, providing shade is very important to the City's dog
park customers not only for comfort but for protection from the sun. Staff is recommending
replacing the structure as soon as possible and would like direction from the Commission on
the type and style of structure to be installed. The options, installation timeframes and costs
are below. Staff is asking the Commission to select one.
Type of Structure Installation Amount
Timeframe
Installation of Fabric Shade Structure- 3-5 months $25,000
currently used in Civic Center Dog Park
Installation of Steel Shade Structure — 3-5 months $50,000
currently used at University Dog Park
Although the steel structure is double the cost, the lifespan is approximately 30 years and
requires little maintenance. However, there is a concern that it may retain more heat than a
fabric structure. Steel structures are installed at the University Dog Park and staff has not
received calls regarding the heat issues.
The fabric shade structure has a similar lifespan but requires the shade fabric to be replaced
approximately every 5-7 years (or sooner if vandalism is involved), at a cost of approximately
$7,000 each time. The benefits are that it is less costly to install and it is cooler.
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April Report on the Civic Center Park—Jerry Dawson
My observations after multiple visits on various days & at various time of day:
1. People enjoy being there—often greet one-another; most wear masks; walk but also ride
bicycles, scooters, skates or skateboards; dogs on leash.
2. Larger groups use the gazebos, but families like to find a shady spot on the grass.
Sometimes two or more family-groups will assemble while social-distancing between
family groups.
3. The 'tot-lots' are well used, as are pickle-ball, basketball and tennis courts. Swim-lanes
are generally occupied; People invent games and exercise with ropes, discs and balls all
over the park and conduct work-outs in the amphitheater.
I am left with the following thoughts:
1. Roses in the Desert Rose Society's rose garden are in full bloom. Labeling each variety
would be helpful for enthusiasts and appreciated by admirers.
2. Duck Food dispensers should be re-considered. Twenty-five cents is too expensive for
most people and the dispensers are never supplied with packages of food. The whole
effort is not working as an educational.
3. The wooden railing tops on all three bridges over the Lagoon will need to be refinished or
changed to a harder surface in the future.
4. Do we have a system that tells us when it is appropriate to expand the number of EV
charging stations?
5. Every time I park under the Date Palm Trees in the Aquatic parking lot, I am filled with
pride that the City elected to keep those stately trees.
6. If you have not visited the Desert Holocaust Memorial recently, it would be worth a
contemplative visit.
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RECREATION DISTRICT
Date: April 30, 2021
To: Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Brenda Nutcher, Community Services Coordinator
Subject: April 2021 updates
Palm Desert Community Center and Gymnasium
The center is open. We are at 25 percent capacity. We are currently opening
the weight room by reservation only. 45-minute spots, 6 participants
maximum.
The gymnasium will be open in May for shooting around, No pickup games,
and reservations only.
We are waiting to open the racquetball courts. We are concerned for the
guests safety due to high ceilings, there is not much circulation of the air.
Most classes and programs are returning to the multi-purpose room.
The front counter is open for Desert Willow and Skate park cards.
All indoor reservations are limited to 25 percent capacity.
Civic Center Park and Amphitheater
Programs and events
• Adaptive Sports participants 45
1 . Basketball
2. Boccia
3. Pickleball
4. Tennis
• Basketball Training Zone participants 13
• Free Fitness Fridays participants 22
• Dance Play and Pretend participants 10
• Beginning Ballet participants 19
• Easter Scavenger Hunt participants 64
• Outdoor Volleyball participants 49
• Line Dance participants 25
• Pickleball clinics participants 40
• Tai Chi participants 4
Additional programs starting in May
• Swing and Salsa Dance lessons
• Hula Dance
I am currently working with our contract instructors to get more classes back.
Soon we will be offering the following:
• Tennis Lessons
• Doggie Disco classes
• Swing and Salsa Workshops
• Summer Camp
• Tae Kwon Do
Partnerships
We partnered with FIND Food Bank and have a free food drive every
Thursday from 1 :30pm to 3:30pm.
We have our custodian cleaning and emptying trash the seating area on
Lupine and El Paseo daily.
Portola Community Center
Ed Rec Connect distance learning academic support has 13 participants and
runs daily form 7:30am to 5:30pm
Palm Desert Skate Park
The skate park is opened daily. Monday through Thursday from 3:30pm to
9:00pm and Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30am to 7:00pm. We
are in the process of hiring two additional team members, so it will be open
8:00am to 9:00pm daily.
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Date: April 28, 2021
To: Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Teal Guion, Executive Director
Subject: First Tee Updates
First Tee — Coachella Valley
Programming Notes:
• Spring classes have started with over 450 participants enrolled. Classes are currently being
held at five program locations(The Golf Center at Palm Desert,The Lights at Indio,Tahquitz
Creek, The S at Rancho Mirage, and Mission Hills CC). We are currently working on the
summer schedule to offer camps and early morning/late afternoon classes.
• The Spring Session of First Tee— Coachella Valley will be held April 19 - June 19 and the
Summer Session/Summer Camps will be held June 21 -August 21.
New Programs/Promotions:
• The Drive/Chip/Putt Qualifier will be held at The Golf Center at Palm Desert on Sunday,
May 30th. This event will last all day and accommodate all of the junior golfers in the
Coachella Valley
• PGA Junior League: First Tee — Coachella Valley is managing two teams of(12)twelve
participants in the PGA Junior League Spring League. This competitive golf league is a
big hit with families and we will continue to participate in this fantastic program.
Events:
• Play with a Purpose: The 11th Annual Golf Tournament to benefit First Tee—Coachella
Valley was held on April 12th at Desert Horizons Country Club in Indian Wells and
raised over$120,000.
• Jim Kane Scholarship Application In honor of long standing Board Member Jim Kane,
a $2,000 scholarship has been awarded to 3 outstanding High School Senior
Participants actively involved with the First Tee — Coachella Valley Program who
demonstrates the Leadership Skills they have learned in the program: Caroline Wales,
Trinity Hernandez, and Cameron Harding. We will be promoting these awards in the
coming month.
The Golf Center at Palm Desert
Highlights:
The Golf Center at Palm Desert under the Management of Landmark Golf LP is having a fantastic
year! Growth has been made in all areas of the operation especially with buckets of golf balls
sold. Because of the increased traffic on the Driving Range, The Golf Center at Palm Desert has
purchased 16 synthetic turf driving range mats as needed to help give the grass on the deck time
to regrow.
In addition to the regular daily usage, there have been several new opportunities added for
customers including:
• PGA and LPGA instruction
• Group Clinics
• Monthly player cards for golf and the range
The Golf Center and all Learning Opportunities are currently being marketed through:
• Newspaper advertisements (The Desert Sun)
• An electronic tee sheet which allows customers to book tee times online
• A 30 second TV Commercial
• Facility Bounce Back Coupons
March/April
Driving Range
(buckets) 2654
9-Hole Adult 533
9-Hole Child 279
Lessons 90
Clinics 4
Total 3560
April (1-25 MTD) Totals
Driving Range
(buckets) 1957
9-Hole Adult 504
9-Hole Child 261
Lessons 65
Clinics 3
Total 2790
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
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TO: Parks and Recreation Commissioners
FROM: Jennifer Nelson, Management Analyst
DATE: July 6, 2021
SUBJECT: Lupine Lane Ad Hoc Subcommittee
As a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, in September 2020, the City Council authorized
the creation of a temporary outdoor dining area at Lupine Lane, north of El Paseo, known as
"Lupine Plaza".
The dining area was so successful that in May of 2021 the City Council directed staff to
extend the existing contract to maintain Lupine Plaza through the summer. At that time, the
City Council also requested staff work through the process of establishing a permanent
Lupine Plaza.
At the June 10, 2021 City Council meeting, the City Council voted unanimously to:
1. Direct staff to prepare an RFP and hire a design firm to create a permanent outdoor
dining area that is inviting, welcoming, and enjoyable for a variety of users.
2. Create an ad hoc subcommittee to work through design consideration and to assist
with public outreach efforts. The ad hoc subcommittee will consist of the following
members:
• Staff members from Public Works and Development Services
• Mayor Pro Tem Harnik and Councilmember Nestande
• 1 Planning Commissioner
• 1 Architectural Review Commissioner
• 1 Parks and Recreation Commissioner
• 1 Art in Public Places Commissioner
• 1 Board Member from the El Paseo Merchants Association
• 1 - 2 Property owners adjacent to Lupine Lane
The subcommittee will meet as needed and is expected to have the first meeting in August
2021. Staff believes the make-up of this subcommittee will ensure adequate public
participation from stakeholders in the community. Additional public meetings to vet the design
will also be scheduled with the public at large to solicit feedback before finalizing design
options.
DRAFT FOR DISCUSSION Parks and Recreation Commission
July 6,2021 Regular Meeting
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DESERT
RECREATION DISTRICT
Date: June 22, 2021
To: City of Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Brenda Nutcher, Community Services Coordinator
Subject: June's Activity Numbers, participation numbers through June 20, 2021
PD Gym and Fitness Center Palm Desert Community Center
Member Scans 195
• 195 members utilized the gymnasium and fitness
Drop In/DaiFr Pass 18
center facilities.
Total 213
• 18 additional gym and fitness center users paid the
memberships Sold daily walk-in fee.
Fitness Pass 48 • people registered for classes, camps and special
Desert Willow 106 programs.
The First Tee 0 • 11 additional people paid to participate in classes on a
Skate Park 29 drop-in basis.
Total 183 • 106 Desert Willow Resident Cards issued
Activity Enrollments • 48 Fitness Center Passes issued
Adaptive 22
Basketball 36 • 0 Community Center rentals for the month of June
Dance 58 Portola Community Center
Health and Fitness 63
K9 12
• Contracts to all former user groups are being mailed
out the week of 6/21/2021. We are hoping to have all
music 24 in person meetings back by the middle of July.
Summer camp 56
tennis 34 Palm Desert Parks
volleyball 76 • 288 park reservations
Pickleball clinics 20
• 1112 hours of rental use
Total 401
Palm Desert Skate Park
Drop-in Class Participation
Fitness 6 • 29 skate park memberships sold.
After school/camp 0 • 126 skaters used the park.
Pickleball/table tennis 35 • 98 bikers used the park.
Dance/music 5
Sports 0
Total 46
Palm Desert Community Center
Rentals by Location The center has been open at 25 percent capacity but opened
Civic Center Park 88 completely on Monday, June 21, 2021. All classes and
Freedom Park 71 programs are full or pretty close to maximum enrollment.
We are officially a Cooling Center for the summer and have
Olsen Field 9had a few people attend daily this week. We are excited to
PD Soccer Park 85 continue with the reopening and planning for future events.
PD Community Center 35
Portola Center
Total 288
Rentals by Facility Type
Amphitheater 9
Football Field 17
Gymnasium 18
Multipurpose Room 17
Pavilion 4
Softball Field 138
Soccer Field 85
Total 288
Hours Rented by Location
Civic Center Park 360.50
Freedom Park 300.75
Olsen Field 20.5
PD Soccer Park 219.75
PD Community Center 210.50
Portola Center
Tot al 1112
Flours Rented by Facility Type
Amphitheater 9
Football Field 62.25
Gymnasium 56
Multipurpose Room 154.50
Pavilion 64
Softball Field 546.50
Soccer Field 219.75
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Date: July 6, 2021
To: City of Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Teal Guion, Executive Director
Subject: Update for The Golf Center and First Tee
The Golf Center
May/June 17 (MTD).
Driving Range (buckets) 2130
9-Hole Adult 935
9-Hole Child 204
(rounds)
Lessons 128
Clinics 21
Total 3560
The Golf Center at Palm Desert has experienced a strong performance over the last year. Month
after month, we continually outperform previous years. There are a number of factors that have
contributed to its's growth.
• Landmark Golf LP Management has taken an already great product and enhanced its
operations.
• Excellent turf conditions.
• Limitations of other activities due to COVID-19 restrictions.
• Growth of additional golf programs:
o Improved First Tee Programming:
• Increased participation.
• Increased parents practicing while kids are in Firs Tee Classes.
• Added a parent junior golf event.
o Weekly Clinics:
• LBGTQ—Tuesdays
• Women— Saturdays
• Beginners—Thursdays
• Added several PGA and LPGA private instructions.
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o Junior Lessons:
• Most First Tee coaches are giving additional instructions to their First Tee
Students.
• PGA Junior League (Annual team event against other local golf clubs).
• Open Practice — We are providing extra golf specific practice for our
students.
• JDT—We are hosting a Southern California PGA Junior Golf Tournament
to help the PGA expand their tournament reach to the Coachella Valley.
Merchandise Sales
We have added several top name brands(Adidas,Puma, Srixon,Volvik and more)to our inventory
to increase sales.
Upcoming Project
We are in the process of creating more practice are for our First Tee Programs.
• Relocating hole 9 Tees and green to a new location.
• Use the existing 9th green for a short game practice area.
• Remove the small pond by Hole#1 to make room for the new 9th green.
Daily Sales
• May Sales
May 2021 May 2020 May 2019 May 2018 May 2017
• Golf $13,669 $1,034 $3,261 $2,590 $3,047
• Range $17,628 $2,860 $5,313 $3,600 $3,926
Club Sales
We have reinstated taking in used golf clubs as donations for our First Tee Program. Since
December of 2020, we have sold over$51,000 in donated product.
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First Tee — Coachella Valley
Programming Notes:
• Summer Session will kick off on June 21 with many options for First Tee- Coachella Valley
Families. We will be offering six weeks of summer camps and 14 classes of a hybrid 5 week
session (2 classes a week) as well as a typical 9 week session on Saturdays with 4
classes. Classes are currently being held at four(4)program locations (The Golf Center at
Palm Desert, The Lights at Indio, Tahquitz Creek, and Mission Hills CC).
• The Summer Session/Summer Camps will be held June 21 -August 21.
New Programs/Promotions:
• Fourth of July Golf Tournament at The Golf Center at Palm Desert for participants of First
Tee- Coachella Valley and their families. We will shotgun at 7:00 p.m. and then the First
Tee families will spread out on Hole #9 with chairs and blankets to watch the Fireworks
Show!
Events:
• The Drive/Chip/Putt Qualifier was held at The Golf Center at Palm Desert on Sunday,
May 30th. The event was a huge success and The Golf Center has been promised to be
an annual qualifying site for years to come with priority registration for local
participants.
• 16 First Tee Participants will be representing First Tee — Coachella Valley in the
Southern California First Tee Tournament in Pasadena at Brookside Golf Course on
Monday, July 26.
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