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* PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Alt? 1,`H ; POSTED AGENDA
JEN- Tuesday, October 02, 2018— 8:30 a.m.
Administrative Conference Room — Palm Desert Civic Center
73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California 92260
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Any person wishing to discuss any item not on the agenda may address the
Parks and Recreation Commission at this point by giving his/her name and
address for the record.
This is the time and place for any person who wishes to comment on items
not on the agenda. It should be noted that at the Parks and Recreation
Commission's discretion, these comments may be deferred until such time
on the agenda as the item is discussed. Remarks shall be limited to a
maximum of five minutes, unless additional time is authorized by the
Commission.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. MINUTES OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING OF TUESDAY, JUNE 05, 2018.
Rec: Approve as presented
Action:
V. NEW BUSINESS
A. CIVIC CENTER SIGNAGE
B. HOVLEY PARK BASKETBALL LIGHTING
C. MURAL FOR CIVIC CENTER PARK
- By Jacqueline Scibona
POSTED AGENDA
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
OCTOBER 02, 2018
VI. CONTINUED BUSINESS
NONE
VII. OLD BUSINESS
NONE
VIII. PRESENTATIONS AND UPDATES
A. PARK USE REPORT
- University Dog Park
B. PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER
C. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT
D. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT
- Program Updates
- Facilities Use
- First Tee
E. FRIENDS OF THE DESERT MOUNTAINS
IX. COMMISSIONER, COUNCIL-LIAISON, AND STAFF COMMENTS
X. ADJOURNMENT
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of t tate of California that the
foregoing agenda for the Parks and Recreation Commissi /was posted on the City Hall
bulletin board not less than 72 hours prior to th ting. d this 281" day of September
2018.
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Angie , Recording Secretary
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:�,� Aix �; ry�• REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, JUNE 05, 2018 — 8:30 a.m.
Administrative Conference Room — Palm Desert Civic Center
73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California 92260
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Mike Hardin convened the meeting at 8:30 a.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Present: Absent
Chair Mike Hardin Vice Chair Van G. Tanner
Commissioner Randy Guyer
Commissioner Kim Housken
Commissioner Lynn Bixen
Commissioner Gerald Dawson
Commissioner Mary Helen Kelly
Commissioner Paul Murphy
Ex-Officio Members:
Rob Ballew, YMCA of the Desert
Kevin Kalman, Desert Recreation District
Also Present:
Ryan Stendell, Director of Community Development
Tim Jonasson, Interim Director of Public Wokrs
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
Steve Lorick, Desert Recreation District / First Tee
Laura McGalliard, Desert Recreation District
Tammy Martin, Friends of the Desert Mountain
John Greenwood, Planning Commissioner
Frank Taylor, Barbara Wintroub, Ron Schmidt, Pickleball Ambassadors
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III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
NONE
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF TUESDAY, APRIL 03, 2018
Rec: Approve as presented
Upon a motion by Commissioner Kelly, second by Commissioner Dawson, carried
by a 7-0-1 vote of the Commission, (AYES: Kelly, Guyer, Dawson, Housken, Hardin,
Bixen, Murphy; NOES: None; ABSENT: Tanner) the Consent Calendar was approved as
presented.
V. NEW BUSINESS
NONE
VI. CONTINUED BUSINESS
A. JOE MANN PARK PROJECT UPDATE
-Presentation by Staff
Randy Chavez presented a power point to follow up on previous tentative
projects, and gave an update on where they are now. Mr. Chavez talked
about the repairing of the volleyball courts at Civic Center and the positive
feedback he received. The department is leaning towards that same
concept for Joe Mann Park, in order to do that, they did the complete
removal of the poles and brought in new sand. In the future, if poles do
bend, they do not have to remove the whole thing. The removal of the bent
portion of the pole would be removed and the replacement would be put in.
Playground equipment: the initial thought was the possibility of donating it
outside the country, instead of moving towards a local donation. JPIA
recommended caution when donating inside the country due to liability
issues. Wherever the equipment lands, it will benefit children. Mr. Chavez
mentioned that a grant was received and they want to incorporate
equipment that attracts a variety of age groups, utilize shade structures, and
install the same shade structures over the swings.
Commissioner Guyer inquired about the restoration of the volleyball courts.
Mr. Chavez mentioned that the City purchased the material, and contracted
out for installation and labor.
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B. PICKLEBALL FACILITY IMPROVEMENT
Johnny Terfehr conferred on the memo that was presented in the packet,
and introduced some members of the community as guests that wish to
speak on behalf of pickleball players. Mr. Terfehr went over the staff report
and the previous concerns regarding availability of the pickleball courts.
Staff is seeking guidance from the Commission to see what direction we
want to go from this point on. In reference to the North Sphere Park, staff
definitely wants to get a more in-depth idea from the Commission about the
possibility of pickleball courts being integrated there.
Comments from guests:
Ron Schmidt introduced himself as an ambassador for pickleball in Lake
Tahoe, and here in the desert. Mr. Schmidt stated that there is definitely a
need for more pickleball courts. In addition to the pickleball tournament
coming up in Indian Wells this fall; he added that the event sold out in 15
minutes; that is how big the sport is. Freedom Park is losing players, who
are going to Demuth Park in Palm Springs because there is not enough
space at Freedom. Unless something is done, the loss of courts and
players will continue. There is a constant waiting line for the courts; bottom
line is there is not enough room for players.
Barbara Wintroub introduced herself as an ambassador for pickleball for
Freedom Park and Sun City Palm Desert. Ms. Wintroub stated that Sun
City del Web built an additional four courts to the existing four in their
community for a total of eight. It went from 125 to 500 players' growth. They
have outgrown that area. She offered some suggestions and ideas, but the
City did not collaborate with them. Pickleball is growing substantially and
she firmly believes the City needs to increase the availability of courts to
eliminate chaos on the courts.
Frank Taylor stated that there seems to be a great vision about what is to
come to Palm Desert in the future. There have been a lot of good ideas set
forth, but right now there is a safety issue out at Freedom Park, there is not
enough space. Mr. Taylor is hopeful that the current tentative plan will
alleviate the chaos for maybe about a year. Lights need to be fixed and
corners do need to be squared off. He also suggested for the west fence
to be kept tall to block some of the wind. Mr. Taylor thanks the Commission
for all their time and input.
Commissioner Housken confirmed that both Mr. Schmidt and Ms. Wintroub
live in Sun City. Ms. Housken also asked if Sun City is willing to expand
and dedicate courts specifically for pickleball. Ms. Wintroub mentioned that
tennis players in the community are not very happy with them, and they may
expand to twelve courts maximum. Commissioner Bixen also inquired if the
public is welcomed to utilize the courts. It was confirmed that the public is
not allowed to access the courts because it is limited space.
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Johnny Terfehr brought up the email that was handed out to the
Commissioners. An individual, MJ Hernandez, who suggested the
possibility of converting some tennis courts at Civic Center into pickleball
courts, sent it. However, some tennis players have opposed to that
suggestion. Commissioner Housken commented on it. Tennis and
pickleball are two very different sports. Pickleball is loud and social vs
tennis being a less noisy sport, which ultimately can become very disruptive
for tennis players.
Rob Ballew does not believe that it is the City's responsibility to solve the
problem of the shortage of courts. The basic cost for additional courts
estimates at $100,000 plus costs of other incentives; they are not cost
efficient.
Sabby Jonathan stated that part of the challenge is that there is a
substantial amount of players; would pickleball players agree to a fee?
Possibly, not have Palm Desert residents pay the fee, and non-residents
pay a small fee. Frank Taylor stated that he has brought that up, and would
probably not be an issue.
Kevin Kalman commented on the topic, most of the time when senior
housing developments like Sun City come in, they fight the park mitigation
fees. They claim to provide everything for their community. In this situation,
that is not the case and this pickleball issue is a perfect example. Private
community residents tend to gravitate towards public parks for activities.
The Parks and Recreation Commission recommendation:
1. Expansion: What is more important when it comes to the expansion - More
court availability, or an expanded facility? Randy Chavez refreshed the
Commission on what the City is proposing. Another pavilion, expand to the
west, install bleachers and shade structures over the bleachers, more
improved lighting, and address different fence heights as well. The whole
intent is to make it nighttime friendly. Commissioner Bixen stated that every
time we try to accommodate the public, we could not seem to get it right.
Are we (City/Commission) accommodating to socialize or for the sake of the
game. Commissioner Kelly asked if the players need a place to sit while
they are waiting in line; instead of bringing the chairs that is where the
bleachers come to play. Commissioner Kelly believes that City staff has
done a great job trying to accommodate pickleball players. The
Commission also discussed different options regarding scheduling, possibly
an electronic option. Chair Hardin stated that City parks are designated and
built for the community, not to take away from them to make room for more
pickleball courts;
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Upon a motion by Commissioner Dawson, second by Commissioner Housken, carried
by a 7-0-1 vote of the Commission, (AYES: Kelly, Guyer, Dawson, Housken, Hardin,
Bixen, Murphy; NOES: None; ABSENT: Tanner) the Commission motions to move
forward with the proposed design by staff for the expansion (without the bleachers);
2. Civic Center Park: Commissioner's Housken and Dawson disagree with
the proposal of converting Civic Center Park courts into pickleball courts.
Commissioner Murphy motions and Chair Hardin seconds to oppose
converting courts at Civic Center Park into pickleball courts;
Upon a motion by Commissioner Murphy, second by Chair Hardin, carried by a 7-0-1
vote of the Commission, (AYES: Kelly, Guyer, Dawson, Housken, Hardin, Bixen, Murphy;
NOES: None; ABSENT: Tanner) the Commission motions to oppose converting tennis
courts at Civic Center Park into pickleball courts; and
3. North Sphere Park: Commissioner Kelly stated if pickleball is still in high
demand at the time of development; then possibly take into consideration
the pickleball courts at that time.
VII. OLD BUSINESS
NONE
VIII. PRESENTATIONS AND UPDATES
A. PARK USE REPORT
- Palma Village Park
No improvements have been done, just maintained. Homeless activity; the
issues have subsided. Chair Hardin suggested for concrete tables to be
installed.
Commissioner Guyer inquired about any plans for Palma Village after the
San Pablo expansion project. Ryan Stendell noted that there are plans for
that park after the San Pablo project, most likely pedestrian improvements.
The impact of Palma Village is still uncertain.
B. PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER
David Keyes stated that the last weeks of spring break were very busy. The
first dive-in movie, Coco, sold out. It has been steady; the second movie
had about 275 tickets, and is always a great evening event. TYR rented the
facility for three full days again for a photo shoot, which included night shots
with great lighting, and Olympic suits. They plan on getting on every year.
Spring swim lessons are finishing up, over 400 in group lessons. Swim
lesson are looking really good, field trips are still going on with 12 different
schools and home school trips as well. There are also other end of school
year facility rentals, and other rentals with other local groups. Coffee with
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the Mayor will be next week with 500 kids. Sabby Jonathan invites all the
Commission to join him, it's a great event for the community.
C. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT
Rob Ballew stated the concerts in the park are always splendid; Amy
Lawrence does a great job putting the event together, which always draws
a great crowd. Summer basketball league will start in about two weeks.
Summer day camp starts the day after school is out on June 14. There are
hundreds of kids signed up for all the camps. A teen leadership day camp
will start the second week in July. The YMCA did have the Jean Benson
pre-school graduation as well. It is a very busy and active summer, looking
forward to it.
D. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT
- Program Updates
- Facilities Use
- First Tee
Kevin Kalman thanked all City staff that helped complete the agency survey
that was sent for the pre-master planning. He received great feedback,
which should be ready for the next Commission meeting. Mr. Kalman stated
that the City and the District Attorneys have been working diligently on the
agreement to transfer the community center to the District so that they can
move forward with the renovations. Mr. Kalman also introduced the new
Executive Director for the First Tee, Steve Lorick.
Brenda Nutcher stated that they are getting ready for summer camp, and
just finished with the tiny tot program. The center has been busy, and music
programs are busy; drum, keyboard, piano and guitar. Summer camp starts
July 15 and will go on for 9 weeks.
E. FRIENDS OF THE DESERT MOUNTAINS
Tammy Martin thanked Deborah Glickman for making a connection with the
Marines who will be working on a project with Friends of the Desert
Mountains. Phase 2 of the ADA trail will be starting soon. Ms. Martin also
mentioned that they are still trying to obtain additional funding. The trail
crew was out at the cross to take care of some breakouts. They are also
working on some courtesy signs with Desert Riders. Kim Nickel trail opened
up in Desert Hot Springs. Indio Hills trail will be opening on November 7,
and are looking to open an additional trail in Desert Hot Springs. They are
working on new signs to go into the Randall Henderson kiosk, and are
working with the Visitor's Bureau on all the trails that will be going on to their
website.
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IX. COMMISSIONER, COUNCIL-LIAISON, AND STAFF COMMENTS
Johnny Terfehr commented that he is participating with the CVAG Trails
Committee as part of the sub-committee for ordinances regarding dogs on the trails
and leash issues. Some items that were addressed, was the problem with dogs
being off leash on hiking trails. They talked about the possibility about expanding
some trails where dogs are allowed to be off leash in areas where there are no
bighorn sheep. Also discussed, was the need for increased enforcement. One
probable solution would be to have adjacent jurisdictions help each other with
enforcement using an MOU. Finally, the committee wants to create a Liaison from
every city to represent the model ordinance that would apply across the entire
valley.
Commissioner Murphy mentioned that during his touring of the parks and soccer
fields he spoke with Esteban Flores. Mr. Flores seems to be very involved, and
brought up the subject about artificial turf fields at the soccer fields; he feels it
would be cost effective. Mr. Murphy is not sure how artificial turf would hold up in
the summer heat. However, it turns out there is now a solution to artificial turf
sustaining the heat and he is willing to explore more options.
X. ADJOURNMENT
With unanimous consent of the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 10:00
a.m.
Angie Marron, Recording Secretary
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DESERT
RECREATION DISTRICT
Date: September 26, 2018
To: Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Brenda Nutcher, Community Services Coordinator
Subject: June Activity numbers
PD Gym and Fitness Center
Palm Desert Community Center Member Scans 4579
• 4579 members utilized the gymnasium and fitness Drop In/Daily Pass 214
center facilities Total 4793
• 214 additional gym and fitness center users paid the
daily walk-in fee Memberships Sold
• 645 people registered for classes, camps and special Fitness Pass 194
programs Desert Willow 74
• 186 additional people paid to participate in classes on The First Tee 6
a drop-in basis Skate Park 18
• 74 Desert Willow Resident Cards issued
• 194 Fitness Center Passes issued Total 292
• 4 Community Center rentals for the month of June Activity Enrollments
Dance and Music 47
Portola Community Center Camp 101
• 32 rental reservations Health and Fitness 26
• 142.33 hours of rental use After School Reagan, Lincoln
& PDCC 187
Palm Desert Parks Tiny Tots 26
• 152 park reservations Sports 70
• 755 hours of rental use Tae Kwon Do 26
Youth Basketball league 299
Palm Desert Skate Park Total 762
• 18 skate park memberships sold
• 146 skaters used the park Drop-in Class Participation
• 211 bikers used the park Fitness 69
After School/camp 73
Dance/music 6
Pickleball/table tennis 549
Sports 38
Total 735
Palm Desert Community Center
First Tee Golf Course Use
• The summer Youth Basketball League started June Driving Range 234
26,2018 and runs thru August 4, 2018. Games will be 9-Hole Youth 31
held every Tuesday and Thursday evening. We 9-Hole Adult 115
currently 299 participants enrolled. Misc. Usage 1
• Every Wednesday during summer we are working Total 381
with FIND Food Bank to offer children a free farmer's
market. For the month of June we provided over 322 Rentals by Location
guests with fresh produce and other food and snacks. Civic Center Park 38
• We are working with Desert Sands to provide free Freedom Park 85
breakfasts and lunches to children in the community.
For the month of June, we served over 1500 lunches Olsen Field 0
and over 500 breakfasts to guests. PD Soccer Park 29
• Summer Camp had 29 children enrolled in the three- PD Community Center 63
week session and 72 enrolled in one week sessions, Portola Center 32
with an additional 67 daily drop ins. Total 247
• The British Soccer Camp had 30 children enrolled.
• As the weather gets hotter, participation in pickleball Rentals by Facility Type
has grown. We have approximately 120 guests daily. Amphitheater 0
Football Field 22
Gymnasium 16
Multipurpose Room 79
Pavilion 11
Softball Field 90
Soccer Field 29
Total 247
Hours Rented by Location
Civic Center Park 211
Freedom Park 494
Olsen Field 0
PD Soccer Park 50
PD Community Center 225
Portola Center 142.33
Total 1122.33
Hours Rented by Facility Type
Amphitheater 0
Football Field 116
Gymnasium 40
Multipurpose Room 327.33
Pavilion 56
Softball Field 533
Soccer Field 50
1122.33
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DESERT
RECREATION DISTRICT
Date: September 26, 2018
To: Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Brenda Nutcher, Community Services Coordinator
Subject: July Activity numbers
PD Gym and Fitness Center
Palm Desert Community Center Member Scans 5128
• 5128 members utilized the gymnasium and fitness Drop In/Daily Pass 334
center facilities Total 5462
• 334 additional gym and fitness center users paid the
daily walk-in fee Memberships Sold
• 629 people registered for classes, camps and special Fitness Pass 186
programs Desert Willow 39
• 186 additional people paid to participate in classes on The First Tee 5
a drop-in basis Skate Park 20
• 39 Desert Willow Resident Cards issued
• 183 Fitness Center Passes issued Total 250
• 3 Community Center rentals for the month of July Activity Enrollments
Dance and Music 30
Portola Community Center Camp 197
• 33 rental reservations Health and Fitness 32
• 130.75 hours of rental use Tiny Tots 23
Tae Kwon Do 24
Palm Desert Parks
• 63 park reservations Sports 22
• 127 hours of rental use Youth Basketball league 301
Total 629
Palm Desert Skate Park
• 20 skate park memberships sold Drop in Class Participation
• 148 skaters used the park Fitness 45
• 206 bikers used the park Summer camp 114
Dance/music 7
Pickleball/table tennis 322
Sports 20
Total 508
Palm Desert Community Center
First Tee Golf Course Use
• Every Wednesday during summer we are working Driving Range 156
with FIND Food Bank to offer children a free farmer's 9-Hole Youth 8
market. For the month of July we provided over 322 9-Hole Adult 33
families with fresh produce and other food and Misc. Usage 14
snacks. Total 211
• We are working with Desert Sands to provide free
breakfasts and lunches to children in the community. Rentals by Location
For the month of July, we served over 1500 lunches Civic Center Park 38
and over 500 breakfasts to guests. Freedom Park 7
• Summer Camp had 69 children enrolled in the three-
week session and 128 enrolled in one week sessions, Olsen Field 11
with an additional 114 daily drop ins. PD Soccer Park 7
PD Community Center 61
Portola Center 33
Total 157
Rentals by Facility Type
Amphitheater 0
Football Field 6
Gymnasium 15
Multipurpose Room 79
Pavilion 0
Softball Field 38
Soccer Field 19
Total 157
Hours Rented by Location
Civic Center Park 86
Freedom Park 9
Olsen Field 22
PD Soccer Park 10
PD Community Center 197.75
Portola Center 130.75
Total 455.50
Hours Rented by Facility Type
Amphitheater 0
Football Field 7
Gymnasium 39
Multipurpose Room 289.50
Pavilion 0
Softball Field 86
Soccer Field 34
455.50
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DESERT
RECREATION DISTRICT
Date: September 26, 2018
To: Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Brenda Nutcher, Community Services Coordinator
Subject: August Activity Report PD Gym and Fitness Center
Member Scans 5022
Palm Desert Community Center Drop In/Daily Pass 290
• 5022 members utilized the gymnasium and fitness Total 5312
center facilities
• 290 additional gym and fitness center users paid the Memberships Sold
daily walk-in fee Fitness Pass 181
• 383 people registered for classes, camps and special
Desert Willow 41
programs
• 134 additional people paid to participate in classes on The First Tee 1
a drop in basis Skate Park 18
• 41 Desert Willow Resident Cards issued Total 221
• 181 Fitness Center Passes issued Activity Enrollments
• 3 Community Center rentals for the month of August Dance/Music 33
Adaptive Sports 6
Portola Community Center Health and Fitness 20
• 33 rental reservations After School
• 135 hours of rental use PDCC/Reagan/Lincoln 186
Summer Camp 91
Palm Desert Parks Sports 6
• 107 park reservations Tae Kwon Do 22
• 235 hours of rental use Tiny Tots 19
Palm Desert Skate Park Total 383
• 18 skate park memberships sold Drop in Class Participation
• 151 skaters used the park Fitness 33
• 186 bikers used the park
Summer Camp/after school 58
Pickleball/table tennis 286
Dance 5
Sports 38
Total 420
Palm Desert Community Center
First Tee Golf Course Use
• Summer is all wrapped up. Summer camp was quite Driving Range 156
busy with an average of 67 children daily. 9-Hole Youth 7
9-Hole Adult 23
• Every Wednesday during summer we are working Lessons
with FIND Food Bank to offer children a free farmer's Misc. Usage
market. For the month of August, we provided over Total 186
510 families with fresh produce and other food and
snacks. Rentals by Location
Civic Center Park 94
• We are working with Desert Sands to provide free
breakfasts and lunches to children in the community. Freedom Park 10
For the month of August, we served over 1600 Olsen Field 0
lunches and over 400 breakfasts to guests. PD Soccer Park 3
PD Community Center 65
• Indoor pickleball remained very popular throughout Portola Center 33
the summer with an average of 50 guests daily. Total 205
• We are working with DSUSD to provide dinner to the Rentals by Facility Type
children in the community throughout the school
year. We are currently waiting on the approval. Amphitheater 0
Football Field 10
• Palm Desert Youth Soccer will be starting in Gymnasium 19
September. Multipurpose Room 79
Pavilion 2
• PDYSA will be having a fall/winter league starting in Softball Field 92
November. Soccer Field 3
Total 205
First Tee: No update
Hours Rented by Location
Civic Center Park 216
Freedom Park 13
Olsen Field 0
PD Soccer Park 6
PD Community Center 197.25
Portola Center 135
Total 567.25
Hours Rented by Facility Type
Amphitheater 0
Football Field 13
Gymnasium 47
Multipurpose Room 285.25
Pavilion 32
Softball Field 184
Soccer Field 6
567.25
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DESERT
RECREATION DISTRICT
Date: September 26, 2018
To: Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Brenda Nutcher, Community Services Coordinator
Subject: September Activity Report (numbers reflect PD Gym and Fitness Center
activity through September 24, 2018) Member Scans 3593
Drop In/Daily Pass 130
Palm Desert Community Center Total 3723
• 3593 members utilized the gymnasium and fitness
center facilities Memberships Sold
• 130 additional gym and fitness center users paid the Fitness Pass 140
daily walk-in fee
• 387 people registered for classes, camps and special Desert Willow 62
programs The First Tee 104
• 86 additional people paid to participate in classes on Skate Park 15
a drop in basis Total 321
• 62 Desert Willow Resident Cards issued Activity Enrollments
• 140 Fitness Center Passes issued Dance 22
• 2 Community Center rentals for the month of Music 29
September Health and Fitness 35
After School
Portola Community Center PDCC/Reagan/Lincoln 199
• 29 rental reservations Sports 40
• 134.5 hours of rental use Tae Kwon Do 33
Tiny Tots 29
Palm Desert Parks
Total 387
• 268 park reservations
• 953 hours of rental use Drop-in Class Participation
Fitness 31
Palm Desert Skate Park
• 15 skate park memberships sold After school 8
• 195 skaters used the park Pickleball/table tennis 249
• 180 bikers used the park Dance/music 4
Sports 43
Total 335
Palm Desert Community Center
First Tee Golf Course Use
• The after school programs have begun for the school Driving Range 112
year. Participation has increased by 30% here at the 9-Hole Youth 21
Palm Desert Community Center Site. 9-Hole Adult 3
Lessons
• Participation in the drum classes as well as beginning Misc. Usage
keyboard/piano have increased by 20% Total 136
• We are getting ready for the nice weather and a busy Rentals by Location
season in the parks.
Civic Center Park 96
First Tee: No update Freedom Park 46
Olsen Field 5
PD Soccer Park 121
PD Community Center 55
Portola Center 29
Total 352
Rentals by Facility Type
Amphitheater 0
Football Field 1
Gymnasium 12
Multipurpose Room 72
Pavilion 16
Softball Field 116
Soccer Field 135
Total 352
Hours Rented by Location
Civic Center Park 297
Freedom Park 266
Olsen Field 12
PD Soccer Park 378
PD Community Center 189.5
Portola Center 134.5
Total 1277
Hours Rented by Facility Type
Amphitheater 0
Football Field 2
Gymnasium 36
Multipurpose Room 288
Pavilion 137
Softball Field 349
Soccer Field 465
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