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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-03-02 PRC Regular Meeting Agenda Packet CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION , ‘, AGENDA b• .;�� h; Tuesday, May 04, 2010 —8:30 a.m. -•., 3�y �;' Administrative Conference Room °i973", o J_ C rrl Lr , I. CALL TO ORDER : II. ROLL CALL ;---6 ^-� r 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, MARCH 02, 2010 Rec: Approve as presented B. AQUATIC CENTER UPDATE Rec: Receive and file C. PARK VANDALISM Rec: Receive and file V. NEW BUSINESS A. PARKS AND RECREATION RE-ORGANIZATION Update on the City's Parks and Recreation re-organization. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA May 04, 2010 Page 2 B. SUMMER SCHEDULE Staff is requesting the Commissioners direction regarding the summer meeting schedule. C. CITY/ BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT PROPOSED MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENTS Staff is proposing amendments to dog ordinances relating to the City's trail system in order to become complaint with the requirements of BLM, US Fish and Game and Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Program. VI. OLD BUSINESS NONE VII. PRESENTATIONS AND UPDATES A. PRESENTATION BY DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT REGARDING THE INTERNATIONAL SPORTS FESTIVAL B. PRESENTATION BY DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT REGARDING SOAP BOX DERBY C. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT D. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT VIII. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS NONE IX. ADJOURNMENT I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda for the Parks and Recreation Commission was posted on the City Hall bulletin board not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting. Dated this 27th day of April 2010. (Bertha A. Gonz ez, Re •rding Sec tary 2 CITY OF PALM DESERT �1T� t PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION Ji PRELIMINARY MINUTES I b !•_ Hm $�r &y ry JANUARY 5, 2010 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Barnard convened the meeting at 8:30 a.m. II. ROLL CALL Present: Absent Chairman Michael Barnard None Commissioner Phill Babcock Vice Chair Roger Dash Commissioner Jerry Dawson Commissioner Randy Guyer Commissioner Deborah Hall Commissioner Kim Housken Commissioner Terry Schukart Commissioner Christopher Thomas Staff Present: Angelica Chavez-Clarke, Office Assistant John Garcia, P.E., Engineering Manager Mark Greenwood, P.E., Director of Public Works Aaron Kulp, P.E., Associate Engineer Beth Longman, Administrative/Recording Secretary Jay Niemczak, Parks Facilities Manager Guests: Barb Adair, Desert Recreation District Stan Ford, Desert Recreation District Tatiana Hinkle, Desert Recreation District Laura McGalliard, Desert Recreation District Steve Sims, Go Bike USA Robert A. Spiegel, Councilman Van Tanner, Chairman of Planning Commission Gina Tenorio, The Desert Sun 1 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES JANUARY 5, 2010 III. ELECTION OF OFFICERS Chairman Barnard called for nominations of officers for 2010. Commissioner Dawson nominated Commissioner Dash for Chairman, Commissioner Housken seconded, and Commissioner Dash accepted the nomination. The vote was unanimous, and the 2010 Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Commission is Roger Dash. Commissioner Schukart nominated Commissioner Housken for Vice Chairman, but she declined. Commissioner Housken nominated Commissioner Guyer, Commissioner Schukart seconded, and Commissioner Guyer accepted the nomination. Commissioner Dawson nominated Commissioner Hall, but she declined. The vote was unanimous, and the 2010 Vice Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Commission is Randy Guyer. IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Chairman Dash congratulated Commissioner Barnard on his recent appointment to the key position of Executive Director of the College of the Desert Foundation. Commissioner Thomas stated that the meeting between him, Ms. Janis Steel, and Mr. Jeff Ronci to establish posted pickleball times has not yet taken place. He would like to see this happen within the next ten days. V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. MINUTES OF THE MEETING FROM DECEMBER 1, 2009 Commissioner Housken stated that her comment on page 4 regarding all parks having pickleball courts should be changed to state that there are now pickleball courts at all parks that have tennis courts. A Motion was made by Vice Chairman Guyer, second by Commissioner Dawson, that the Minutes of the meeting of December 1, 2009, be modified as noted and approved. Motion carried 9-0. VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None 2 G.IPubWorksIPARKSIParks and Rec Commission120101Packets12010103-02-101002 Preliminary 01-05-10 Minutes docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES JANUARY 5, 2010 VII. NEW BUSINESS A. MID-VALLEY TRAIL PRESENTATION Mr. Jay Niemczak reported that the City has been working on the Mid-Valley Bike Path feasibility study and introduced Mr. Aaron Kulp, P.E., Associate Engineer for Palm Desert. Mr. Kulp's intent is to advise the Commission of the current status of the project, obtain comments and input, and receive endorsement of the feasibility study and the bike path location. Mr. Kulp stated that the Mid-Valley Bike Path is a proposed 7.5-mile trail for use by bicycles, pedestrians, and golf carts. It would be located primarily within Palm Desert adjacent to the existing railroad tracks and would extend from Washington Avenue on the east to Bob Hope Drive on the west. Mr. Kulp reported that the largest challenge on this project has been working with the railroad. There are some locations where the plan proposes to use the railroad right-of-way; however, the railroad does not allow bike paths in their right-of-way, nor will they consider an easement. The exact locations of some of the rights-of-way are unknown, and a survey would be necessary. The railroad has indicated a willingness to work with the City to find alternatives. As a last resort, they may consider selling the property to the City. However, the railroad does not want to proceed with any options until the actual design of the project moves forward. Mr. Kulp noted that one of the areas where railroad right-of-way would be utilized is where the path intersects with underpasses. If the railroad right- of-way is unavailable, the path would be elevated, which may necessitate the installation of embankments that would require Caltrans approval. Mr. Kulp further noted that the City's right-of-way along Tamarisk Row is not wide enough to construct the path and maintain the minimum separation between the path and the curb as required by Caltrans. Railroad right-of- way would be required at this location also. Mr. Kulp further reported that alternatives involving modifications to Tamarisk Row are also being considered, but the preferred plan is one that utilizes railroad right-of-way. Commissioner Barnard asked about cost estimates, and Mr. Kulp stated that the current estimate is $4.2M for construction of the path only. An additional estimate for the acquisition of easements is $2.2M. Councilman Spiegel noted that this would bring the project total to approximately $6-7M. Mr. Kulp agreed and stated that the City has received a federally funded CMAQ grant of $2.2M for the project and that the balance would need to come from City funds and other grants. Councilman Spiegel 3 G.IPubWorksIPARKSIParks and Rec Commission120101Packets12010103-02-101002 Preliminary 01-05-10 Minutes docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES JANUARY 5, 2010 asked how much was currently committed to the project. Mr. Kulp responded that the City has committed $600,000 for design and the $2.2M CMAQ grant has been secured. Councilman Spiegel stated that any funding from the City would come through the Redevelopment Agency and not from the general fund. He also noted that the Commission shouldn't be concerned about funding for the project. Chairman Dash commented that a recent newspaper article reported that American Recovery and Restoration Act (ARRA) funds are being used for construction of a park in Palm Springs, but he didn't think ARRA funds were available for that type of use. Mr. Kulp replied that he was not sure about the use of those funds for this type of project, but that this project had been included on a list of projects for potential use of ARRA funds. Commissioner Babcock asked if other cities or the county were participating in the bike path project. Mr. Kulp responded that Rancho Mirage has provided him with initial environmental documents indicating that they are considering connecting to the Mid-Valley Bike Path. He also noted that the east end of the path will connect to an existing bike lane network. Vice Chairman Guyer noted that consideration should be given to whether the $6-7M would be better spent improving other bike trails. He is a proponent of the plan and feels that Palm Desert is the city that needs to begin the process and the sooner the better. He also asked if there was access to other developer fees or funds. Councilman Spiegel stated that to his knowledge there are no developer fees available for this type of a project. Mr. Kulp stated that some portions of the bike path have already been constructed as part of the requirements placed on residential developers, and cited the Spanish Walk development as an example. Mr. Kulp further stated that when they go to the City Council for approval, they will include a recommendation to revise the General Plan to include the Mid-Valley Bike Path, which would then require developers to construct portions of the path. Vice Chairman Guyer asked if commercial developers are required to pay park development fees. Neither Councilman Spiegel nor Mr. Kulp was certain if commercial developers pay this type of fee. Mr. Kulp explained that the next step is to hire a consultant to begin the design process. Once a preliminary design layout has been achieved, the City will begin the environmental process with Caltrans. Mr. Steve Sims, with Go Bike USA, stated that they are backing AB 1358 (the Compete Street Acts). He stated that, just like car drivers, most bicycle riders want to take the most direct route to their destination rather than going out of their way to take a specifically designated trail. He 4 G.IPubWorksIPARKSIParks and Rec Commission120101Packets12010103-02-101002 Preliminary 01-05-10 Minutes docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES JANUARY 5, 2010 believes funding should be spent on bike-friendly areas throughout the City, and hopes the City considers the many alternatives available to improve bike routes on existing streets. Commissioner Babcock indicated he would like to see the plan moved forwarded noting that adjoining cities have not provided safe areas for bicyclists. Commissioner Schukart would like to see the plan moved forward particularly if more grants can be secured. Commissioner Dawson is in favor of moving forward and hopes it provides a challenge to adjoining cities and the county to move ahead with portions of the path in their jurisdictions. Commissioner Hall feels that the bike path is the sort of family-friendly park facility that the City is seeking. Commissioner Housken doesn't think that having a dedicated trail detracts from the idea of improving the existing streets for bicycle use and thinks the plan should be moved forward. A Motion was made by Commissioner Dawson, second by Commissioner Babcock that a recommendation by made to the City Council to approve the next step in the process, and to energize the support for bicycle friendly certification for the City. Motion carried 9-0. B. PALM DESERT RALLY RACE Mr. Niemczak reported that Ms. Tatiana Hinkle, Desert Recreation District, has requested that the City sponsor a soap box derby behind the WalMart store on Gateway Drive. He introduced Ms. Hinkle who stated that the Desert Recreation District will cover the cost of staffing and operating the event and closing the road; however, the City is being asked to cover the $750 franchise fee and sweeping the road for the race. She then made a video presentation of various past and present soap box derby events along with a history of the event. Following the video presentation, Ms. Hinkle stated that the race proposed for Palm Desert is a rally race, which is different than a local race. A rally race draws racers from various locations and allows them to score points toward going to the annual Soap Box Derby in Akron, Ohio. Local racers can also enter rally races, but a local race is only for local racers and the winner advances to the annual race in Ohio. Ms. Hinkle stated that La Quinta sponsors a local race, and last year they drew 25 racers and had approximately 400 spectators. This year they hope to draw 40 racers to their event. The number of racers is dependent on the number people who either have cars already built, or who plan to build one from an authorized kit. Races are open to both boys and girls. 5 G.IPubWorksIPARKSIParks and Rec Commission120101Packets12010103-02-101002 Preliminary 01-05-10 Minutes docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES JANUARY 5, 2010 Ms. Hinkle noted that the proposed rally race will bring people and revenue to Palm Desert, and the selected location is near hotels and restaurants. Commissioner Thomas asked about the short notice and whether that would affect the number of people who would plan to come to the Palm Desert race. Ms. Hinkle stated that this is the time of year that races are held and they are linked into the All American Soap Box Derby website, and that our climate is also a draw. Commissioner Housken asked if La Quinta could also hold a rally race. Ms. Hinkle stated they could. Commissioner Housken was concerned by the late request being made to hold the race, and the fact that it would not be advertised in the Desert Recreation District event catalog because the catalog has already been published. Commissioner Schukart asked if the Desert Gateway tenants would participate by providing parking during the event. Ms. Hinkle stated that the Desert Recreation District would approach the commercial/retail operations regarding the event. A Motion was made by Vice Chairman Guyer, second by Commissioner Schukart that a recommendation by made to the City Council to approve the rally race as presented. Motion carried 8-1, with Commissioner Housken voting no. VIII. REPORTS AND UPDATES A. GET FIT PALM DESERT Mr. Niemczak stated that Ms. Steele has been working with Mayor Cindy Finerty on the Get Fit Palm Desert program as a way to promote fitness. The first event, a three-mile walk in Civic Center Park, is on January 9. The events will be held monthly, and those shown on the calendar are preliminary at this. If there are additional suggestions for events, please contact Ms. Steele. Commissioner Schukart noted that there are numerous events that can be construed as fitness events, and asked if this is an effort to pull together the various organizations sponsoring these events. Mr. Niemczak stated that it is a way for the Mayor to promote fitness and health and incorporate local businesses and the community. B. AMPHITHEATER Mr. Niemczak reported that the Amphitheater reopened on December 11, 2009, with entertainment by The Side Street Strutters. The weather 6 G.IPubWorksIPARKSIParks and Rec Commission120101Packets12010103-02-101002 Preliminary 01-05-10 Minutes docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES JANUARY 5, 2010 wasn't great, but many compliments have been received on the new structure. C. BIG HORN WELL SITE CONSTRUCTION Mr. Niemczak noted that the work was basically completed, but with the addition of some plants that were not approved by the Landscape Department. Work should be finalized by January 8, 2010. Commissioner Housken asked if the wall would also be painted. Mr. Niemczak will check on the painting. D. CIVIC CENTER WATER FEATURE Mr. Niemczak reported that the water feature near the playground was recently resurfaced at a cost of $12,800. E. FREEDOM PARK BALL FIELD CLAY Mr. Niemczak reported that 24 tons of clay was added to each ball field and each field was laser leveled. The total cost was $14,858. F. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT Mr. Niemczak noted that the December update was included in the packet for the Commission's review. G. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT Mr. Niemczak noted that the report included a list of events in the City and he noted that Division 5 is Palm Desert. H. DECEMBER PARK INSPECTIONS Commissioner Thomas asked, as a new commissioner, who should receive his inspection report. Mr. Niemczak stated that he can give them to either Ms. Steele or him. Commissioner Hall stated that her inspection report was not included and that she had sent it in via fax. Mr. Niemczak will check on what happened. Chairman Dash commented that it's good to stop and talk with people in the parks and ask for suggestions. Some women recently asked about timing for irrigation in Civic Center Park. Mr. Niemczak will look into the irrigation timing. I. NEWS ARTICLES 7 G.IPub WorksIPARKSIParks and Rec Commission120101Packetsl2010103-02-101002 Preliminary 01-05-10 Minutes docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES JANUARY 5, 2010 Commissioner Thomas noted that Palm Springs has received ARRA funds for construction of a park. He asked if park improvements would fit the criteria. Vice Chairman Guyer stated that he believes Palm Springs refers to the project as landscape enhancement rather than construction of a park. Chairman Dash asked that Ms. Steele and Mr. Niemczak research the question and report back to the Commission. IX. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner Thomas noted that the parks section of the City's website lists some parks in one area but not in another area. He wants to make sure that it gets updated and is willing to work with someone on the project. Mr. Niemczak will discuss with Ms. Steele. Councilman Spiegel stated that he recently toured the Westin Desert Willow Timeshares and they are very nice with good amenities. They have tennis courts and he asked Westin staff if they offered pickleball, but they didn't know anything about the game. He suggested that someone contact Westin and provide information because this would be a good location for pickleball. Councilman Spiegel noted that Mayor Pro Tern Ferguson and Councilman Kelly are on Aquatic Center committee, and he suggested that members of the Parks and Recreation Commission should work with them. Vice Chairman Guyer stated that there is already a subcommittee. Councilman Spiegel wants them to make sure they get involved in meetings. X. ADJOURNMENT Upon motion by Commissioner Schukart, second by Vice Chairman Guyer, the meeting was adjourned at 9:50 a.m. Beth Longman, Recording Secretary 8 G.IPub WorksIPARKSIParks and Rec Commission120101Packetsl2010103-02-101002 Preliminary 01-05-10 Minutes docx ---- CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS AND RECREATION gym 4 $,04 N STAFF REPORT To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: March 2, 2010 Subject: Opera Arts It's been almost a year since we discussed this event, and hard to believe it is here already, but the OperaArts and the City of Palm Desert will present "The Festival of Opera and Art" on Sunday, April 11th, 2010, in the Palm Desert Civic Center Park Amphitheater. The event is scheduled from Noon — 5:00 p.m. It is FREE to the public. There will be musical vignettes from such operas as La Boheme, II Trovatore, La Traviata, Carmen, and more, with operetta selections from Merry Widow and Can Can, and selections from musical theater (South Pacific). Because this is being introduced as an event for the whole family, there will also be a variety of art experiences and hands-on art for the children from the SCRAP Gallery. There will be food and non-alcoholic beverages for sale, with face-painting and other activities for the children. The pre-show will take place from 12:30 — 1:45 p.m., and will feature Gale Enger The following are sponsors of this event: The City of Indian Wells, Wells Fargo, The Auen Foundation, Peter and Judy Wasserman, Jackie Lee and Jim Houston, Palm Springs Life, The City of Palm Desert, The Bottom Line, Jerome Angel, Karen Hall, Manny and Zelda Siegel, Dr. Joseph Lund, Harold Matzner, Art Copleston, Muriel Myerson, Helene Galen, Mary Silver, Lola Hagadone, Ron and Geraldina Hoefer, Jim McGuire, and Marie Shaw Wolpert. To get additional information, please call (760) 323-8353 or visit: www.operaarts.org. Ms. Arlene Rosenthal will be present to give you an update on the upcoming event. r i. r' It he *Ir4k i 1 46...4111111/4r 1 . 411160. 7` -111Z.4 1WI.'75PE 311,4 ir: .■11.- - RA ARTs AND THE CITY OF PALM DESERT PRESENT Th e es ivy ..\ &Opera . OP SUNDAY, APRIL 11TH ' 12:00 PM - 5 PM ,� PALM DESERT CIVIC CENTER PARK � ,�— FREE TO THE PUBLIC inimw . ,..--. 0 al With a variety of interactiveli\ r'4 art experiences to delight all. Food and non-alcoholic Ir- r beverages for sale, with — - ., 4 face-painting and other ` ` . 7 acitivites for the children. -- Featuring Gale Enger for / FOR INFORMATION the pre-show from 12:30-1 :45. CALL 760-323-8353 WWW.OPERAARTS.ORG SPONSORS _ - 7iit: meBottamLne , Palm Springs tile WFT INDIAN WELLS o (- '�l\ in. ent¢rtniner , } Jim McGuire1 -r and Judy Wasserman e Angel Karen Hall +uriel Myerson Jackie Lee and Jim Houston Chuck and Gayle Hodges Manny and Zelda Siegel Harold Matzner Helene Galen MarySilver Lola Hagadone Marie Shaw Wol ert Dr. Joseph Lund Art Copleston g P P Ron and Geraldine Hoefer CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS AND RECREATION idrAw $ � N,04 STAFF REPORT To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: March 2, 2010 Subject: Aquatic Center Update Staff will provide a report on the progress of the Palm Desert Aquatic Center to date. Gould Evans Associates has been hired as the architects on the project. They are teamed with Arch Pac Aquatics for the pool design. There are meetings scheduled with consultants on March 4th and March 18th, 2010. There will be a public hearing and joint session of the Palm Desert City Council and the Palm Desert Planning Commission at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 24, 2010. Your attendance at the meeting would be appreciated. CITY OF PALM DESERT 3111), ��� ����ih . PARKS AND RECREATION rii°fir i",0ff. STAFF REPORT To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Jay Niemczak, Parks Facilities Manager Date: March 2, 2010 Subject: Park Vandalism During the months of January and February the incidents of vandalism in the parks has increased dramatically. The following is a list of vandalism activity that has occurred in recent months: • January 7, 2010, the skylights at the Hovley Soccer Park restroom were broken. • January 14, 2010, the lights surrounding the art piece "For Our Freedom" were broken at Freedom Park. Along with the vandalized lights, approximately 425 feet of electrical wire was cut and removed from electrical conduit that runs between ball field lights. • January 22, 2010, the seat portion of a bench located at Joe Mann Park was bent beyond repair. • February 1, 2010, a fire was started on the playground at Hovley Soccer Park. • February 4, 2010, a fire was started in the restroom at Hovley Soccer Park. • February 5, 2010, graffiti was found at various locations in Palma Village Park. • February 11, 2010, another fire was reported in the restroom at Hovley Soccer Park. • February 22, 2010, lights and irrigation heads were vandalized at the University Dog Park. On February 3, 2010, Staff met with Lieutenant Shouse of the Palm Desert Police Department. Lieutenant Shouse was concerned about the increased vandalism and will increase patrols throughout parks in Palm Desert. All of the vandalism mentioned above has been repaired or repair parts have been ordered. Attached are photographs of the vandalism. G\PubWorks\Jay Niemczak\FREEDOM PARK\Park Vandalism Jan and Feb 2010 doc CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS INSPECTOR'S REPORT Date: January 04, 2010 Time: 08:35 am Inspector: Ernie Owens Signature: Project: Vandalism-Rest rooms Case No.: T100050011 Location: 74-735 Hovley Lane East, Palm Desert Soccer Park Permit Number and Type: Sheriff Report on 01-05-10 by Deputy Slvilay#ygy7 Broken sky light, men's rest room, west end. Broken sky light men's rest room, east end. One of two broken sky lights, women's rest room. ,,; , CITY OF PALM DESERT it, ,.. PARKS INSPECTOR'S REPORT Date: January 04, 2010 Time: 08:35 am _ Inspector: Ernie Owens _ _ _ Signature: Project: Vandalism-Rest rooms Case No.: T100050011 Location: 74-735 Hovley Lane East, Palm Desert Soccer Park Permit Number and Type: Sheriff Report on 01-05-10 by Deputy Slvila #ygy7 Ripped section of roofing paper, located above men's rest - __ __ room, at south—East corner of roof. Ailowproimim iIllirt. Repaired section of, roofing paper. } ;r 111/1 irr- Replaced skylights on roof, above women's rest room, the ones i above the men's rest room were also replaced. The work was done by Bruce Buddenhagen Construction for the amount of$840.00. ` iiir _ __ _ � 1 CITY OF PALM DESERT '', f�; PARKS INSPECTOR'S REPORT Date: 1/14/10 Time: 6:30 A M. Inspector: Jose Torres Signature: Project: Vandalized lights Project No.: Freedom Park Location: 77-400 Country Club Drive Permit Number and Type: Path light that was vandalized. They broke the plastic lens cover, bent the diffuser. They chipped a piece of the base on 'IIIILL the fixture where the lamp goes. rf mmisil - - All lens covers that are on the ground by"For Our Freedom " ,r . .. were vandalized. tag-r : :ii y . There are thirteen lights that have the lens covers damaged. I .. called the Palm Desert Police and made a report of the incident. I also called So-Cal Electric to get an estimate on the repair of all lights. E 4 1011 CITY OF PALM DESERT '� .. PARKS INSPECTOR'S REPORT Date: 1/21/10 Time: 10:00 A.M. Inspector: Jose Torres _ Signature: Project: Vandalized bench _ _ _ _ Project No.: Joe Mann Park Location: 77-810 California Drive Permit Number and Type: Bench at Joe Mann Park was bent . I noticed it on Tuesday January 19 when I was going around checking the parks. Replaced bench top with an extra one that we had in storage. CITY OF PALM DESERT ''. PARKS INSPECTOR'S REPORT Date• 2/1/10 Time: 11:00 P.M. Inspector: Jose Torres Signature: Hovley Soccer Project: Fire at Playground Project No.: Park Location: 74-735 Hovley Lane East Permit Number and Type: Somebody tried to start a fire on top of the play ground at 111 Soccer park Someone also tried to start a fire in the planter between the two drains at the soccer park. CITY OF PALM DESERT . ..� • ; � ;: PARKS INSPECTOR'S REPORT Date: 2/4/10 Time: 6:00 P.M. Inspector: Jose Torres Signature: Hovley Soccer Project: Fire at Men's Restroom and Playground Project No.: Park Location: 74-735 Hovley Lane East Permit Number and Type: Somebody started a fire on the paper towel holder, toilet paper holders in the men's restroom and the tunnel tube slide at the play ground at Soccer park. Called the sheriff and made a report. This is the Case#T100040008 and the officers name was Austin. iry The toilet paper holder that was burned. This is a picture of where they tried to start a fire in the tunnel tube slide. `i s 1 ;i t ,. CITY OF PALM DESERT 4 014 Sir PARKS INSPECTOR'S REPORT Date: February 05, 2010 Time: 07:50 am. Inspector: Ernie Owens Signature: Project: Graffiti Report Case No.: T10036021 Location: Palma Village Park 73-690 De Anza Way Permit Number and Type: CRM Report#251428 Graffiti on rear door of rest rooms. Graffiti on pole within large tot lot, west side. .1 Graffiti on pole, within volley ball court, east side. CITY OF PALM DESERT `-.�� =r:: PARKS INSPECTOR'S REPORT Date: February 05, 2010 Time: 07:50 am. Inspector: Ernie Owens Signature: Project: Graffiti Report Case No.: T10036021 Location: Palma Village Park 73-690 De Anza Way Permit Number and Type: CRM Report#251428 Graffiti on electrical box, south end of park. 0. Graffiti on pole, west of small tot lot. E A - l Shoe print on top of electrical box, south of park• 44.1 ENS Ogtc. CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS INSPECTOR'S REPORT Date: 2/11/10 Time: 5:45 A.M. Inspector: Jose Torres Signature: _ Hovley Soccer Project: Fire at Men's Restroom Project No.: Park _ Location: 74-735 Hovley Lane East Permit Number and Type: Somebody tried to start a fire again on the paper towel holder in -- the men's restroom at the Soccer park. I filed a police report on 4 this incident and the Case# is T100420014. The officer is Milbrandt. There was also burned paper towels in the hand washer, 411111T r latilio This is the paper towel holder that was burned. a._ � . e CITY OF PALM DESERT ,/,---) t,- \4 •' PARKS INSPECTOR'S REPORT Date: 2/22/10 Time: 9:00 A.M. Inspector: Jose Torres Signature: University Dog Project: Vandalism Dog Park Project No.: Park Location: 74-802 University Park Drive Permit Number and Type: There was vandalism committed at the University Dog Park on 2/20/10.The vandals broke one of the path lights by the entrance to the dog park and four rotor sprinklers. They also broke some bottles by the steps going to the top of the hill and r=, tipped over 2 benches. The incident was reported and the Case number is T10052022. The officers name is Deputy Lowell. This is one of the four the rotor sprinkler that were broken. • 6.r.f.1:4. ,., I. 11.1* 1‘10:-. '1., ‘ df -.. -- ,! �•' •r This is another picture of rotor sprinklers that were broken. _ r r 'A- ' r w - - - -gym145 t3:, : :_' ikt -It i j '.7. -."--Iir ;;.--..\\ , i ---- CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS AND RECREATION 41V PP $,04 N STAFF REPORT To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Jay Niemczak, Parks Facilities Manager Date: March 2, 2010 Subject: City of Palm Desert Arbor Day On February 11, 2010, the Arbor Day committee met to plan this year's Arbor Day celebrations. The committee includes City Staff, College of the Desert Staff, Ms. Kim Housken, Parks and Recreation Commissioner, and Mr. Paul Ortega, Desert Horticultural Society. The following activities will be held during the fourth week of April. On April 22, 2010, City Staff will celebrate Earth Day with a tree planting ceremony at Hovley Soccer Park with participation from the students at Carter Elementary School. The ceremony will begin at 10:00 a.m. Participants in the ceremony include City Staff, City Council members, school children, teachers, and parent volunteers. Students at Carter Elementary School will also grow approximately 25 new plants to be planted in the parking areas near the entrance to Hovely Soccer Park. From 9:00 a.m. - noon on April 24, 2010, the City hold will hold an Arbor Day celebration at the Palm Desert Visitor Center. Activities will include a ceremonial tree planting, garden tours, tree pruning and planting demonstrations. * CITY OF PALM DESERT . .4 IfftPARKS AND RECREATION $ � N,04 STAFF REPORT To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: March 2, 2010 Subject: Palm Desert Youth Sports Association The opening day celebration for Palm Desert Youth Sports Association (PDYSA), baseball and softball, will take place on Saturday, March 6, 2010, at the Civic Center Park ball fields. The main ceremony will take place at 11 :00 a.m. with the Marine Band performing again. I'd recommend you coming out if possible, and arrive early. Attached is a copy of the flier for the event. PDTS A PALM DESERT YOUTH SPURTS ASSOC. Announces to all Baseball Players, Coaches and Families: Opening Day Saturday March 6th, 2010 Palm Desert Civic Center Park (Attendance is mandatory for all Players and Coaches) Special Performances by • (� � r :;; • s sib ' •-...• s Warbirds West United States Marine Corps Band Special dedication by a Major League Hall Baseball Player Carnival BBQ Cotton Candy Refreshments Tattoo Station Helmet Air-Brushing Opening day is also Picture Day and precise schedules will be forthcoming Please invite all team family members to attend this tremendous event !!! r w r - NGBA1 Program 0 Rich "Da Coach" Gigallon From Newstalk 920 KPSI P Richard Weintraub P.D.Y.S.A.League President PALM HESEHTYOHTH SPOHTSASSOC. The Honorable Cindy Finerty Mayor City of Palm Desert Welcome to: Andrew Starke Opening Day 2010 President/Palm Springs Power Palm Desert Civic Center Park 2010 Humanitarian Award 11:00am Special Guest Honoree Saturday March 6th, 2010 Chris Clapinski (All Teams/Players&Coaches, World Series Champion please be in your teams designated area by 10:50am) Florida Marlins Graduate Palm Desert High School Special Wildlife Experience The National Anthem From Performed by The Living Desert The United States Marine Corps Band Fly-Over by Carnival Cotton Candy Warbirds West Color Guard provided by BBQ Helmet Air-Brushing United States Marine Corps Refreshments Tattoo Station Ceremonial Throwing of the Season's First Pitch ---- CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS AND RECREATION $ � N,04 STAFF REPORT To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: March 2, 2010 Subject: California and Pacific Southwest Training Conference The annual California and Pacific Southwest Training (CPRS) Conference will be held March 9 — 12, 2010, at the Palm Springs Convention Center. A number of you have already volunteered (thank you) and should have your volunteer schedule by now. All of you will have been registered for the conference and are eligible to go to all sessions and the trade show. If you can make any portion of it, I would highly recommend you try to do so. For additional information, you can access the conference information online at http://conference.cprs.org/. If you'd like me to print information for you, please let me know, and I will have it ready at the Commission meeting. As a reminder, there will be a Mayor's reception held on Wednesday, March 10, 2010, at the Convention Center from 6:00 — 7:30 p.m. There will be other Commissioners, Board Members and Elected Officials at this event, and you are encouraged to attend. * CITY OF PALM DESERT .4 • PARKS AND RECREATION 4 $ � N STAFF REPORT To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: March 2, 2010 Subject: Park Events The parks are going to be very busy again this Spring. The following is a list of upcoming events for March 2010: Friday - Sunday, March 5 - 7, 2010 • Watercolor Society Annual Event Location: Palm Desert Recreation Center Time: Friday and Saturday: 8:00 a.m — 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 a.m. — 8:00 p.m. Saturday, March 6, 2010 • PDYSA (youth baseball/softball) Opening Day Location: Legends Fields, Civic Center Park Time: t-ball games and festivities begin at 8:30 a.m., Ceremony at 11:00 a.m. • Alzheimer's Association Walk Location: Civic Center Park Amphitheater Time: 7:00 a.m. — Noon (Walk begins at 8:30 a.m.) Saturday, March 13, 2010 • Get Fit Palm Desert (see attached calendar) Location: Palm Desert Recreation Center Details: Kick and Stick, an activity similar to cardio-kickboxing Time: 8:30 a.m. Park Events March 2, 2010 Page 2 of 2 Saturday, March 20, 2010 • Animal Samaritans Walk Location: Civic Center Park Amphitheater Time: 7:00 — Noon (Walk begins at 8:30 a.m.) Set Up: Begins Friday, March 12, 2010 Saturday - Sunday, March 27 - 28, 2010 • Soccer Tournament Location: Hovley Soccer Park Time: Starts at 8:00 a.m. both Saturday and Sunday Saturday, March 27, 2010 • Get Fit Palm Desert Location: Meet in the parking lot near the Palm Desert Civic Center Park Amphitheater Details: Bicycle Challenge, Led by the Palm Desert Bicycle Club Time: 8:30 a.m. • Family Safety Festival Location: Civic Center Park (west side, enter near Rose Garden) Time: 9:00 — Noon Please join us at any of these events. G\PubWorks\Janis Steele\Word Files\Commission\Updates\2010\March 2\Events in Parks.doc GET FIT — Palm Desert As part of the Governor's Fitness Council Desert Fitness Challenge kick off, A.K.A. GET FIT Palm Desert, join the Mayor for the following schedule of activities in 2010. Note: All programs begin at 8:30 a.m. unless otherwise noted and are free of charge. For general information, call the City of Palm Desert: 760-346-0611 x423. For more specific information, call the numbers listed for each class. Event ocation mi. For More Information January 2010 January 9th Walk with the Mayor Meet at the Palm Desert Civic 760-776-6364. 8:30 a.m. Center Park Amphitheater. Walk will be led by Park Facilities Manager Jay Niemczak & Mayor Finerty. Walkers will have the opportunity to walk a 5K (3.2 miles) January 23rd Boot Camp Civic Center Park Desert Recreation District Meet in front of the Palm Desert 760-568-9697 Led by Cathy Serif Recreation Center, 43900 San www.desertrecreationdistrict.ca.gov (Balanced Training Boot Pablo Ave. Camp). Recreation District Program. February 2010 February 13th Personal Training Next Level Fitness 760-779-1555 Drop in 73600 Alessandro Drive www.nextlevelfitness.org between 8:30 30 minute personal a.m. and Noon training session and work out. February 27th Introduction to Starlight Dance Center 760-674-1920 Dance 72624 El Paseo, Suite C3 Led by Patty Williams. Wear clothes that are comfortable to Stretching, movement move in. If you don't have dance shoes, and jazz dance steps. barefoot or socks will work! www.starlightdancestudio.com March 2010 March 13t Kick and Stick Palm Desert Recreation Center Desert Recreation District (similar to cardio- 43900 San Pablo Avenue 760-568-9697 kickboxing) www.desertrecreationdistrict.ca.gov Led by Art True. March 27th Bicycle Challenge Start at Civic Center Park Contact: Gary Lueders 8:30 a.m. 73-510 Fred Waring Drive 760-835-1260 Led by the Desert cycleclub@yahoo.com Bicycle Club. Meet in the parking lot near the www.cycleclub.com amphitheater. April 2010 April 10th Hike at the Living The Living Desert Francesca Forrer Desert 47900 Portola Avenue 760-346-5694 x 2161 April 24th Self-Defense/Cardio Meets at the Palm Desert Angel Rojas Kickboxing Recreation Center 760-673-6760 Instructor: Angel Rojas 43900 San Pablo Avenue rojassjrna©hotmail.com www.desertrecreationdistrict.ca.gov May 2010 May 8th Zumba Class Meets at Palm Desert Desert Recreation District Recreation Center 760-568-9697 43900 San Pablo Avenue www.desertrecreationdistrict.ca.gov May 22th Baseball Boot Camp Sluggers Training Center Patrick Evans Sluggers Training 73605 Dinah Shore Dr. 760-770-5053 Center Bldg. 900 www.sluggerstrainingcenter.com _ June 2010 June 12th Swim Fit Meet at Palm Desert High Peter McVey School Swimming Pool Desert Recreation District 760-568-9697 www.desertrecreationdistrict.ca.gov July 2010 Julyi,10t' Step It Up Meet at Palm Desert Recreation Desert Recreation District (step aerobics) Center 760-568-9697 43900 San Pablo Avenue www.desertrecreationdistrict.ca.gov August 10 August 14th Volleyball Desert Sports Center Desert Recreation 760-393-5114 District in association www.desert-sports.com with Desert Sports www.desertrecreationdistrict.ca.gov Center September 2010 September 11 th Weight Room Meet at Palm Desert Recreation 43900 San Pablo Avenue Workshop/Strength District 760-568-9697 Training www.desertrecreationdistrict.ca.gov Led by Trainers Christy Flores and Bob Miller September 25th Ballroom Dancing Starlight Dance Center 72-624 El Paseo, Suite C3 760 674-1920 www.starlightdancestudio.com October 2010 October 9th Nutrition & Healthy Meets at the Palm Desert 43900 San Pablo Avenue Eating/Stretching Recreation Center 760-568-9697 Cathy Seriff www.desertrecreationdistrict.ca.gov October 23rd. Salsaerobics Meets at the Palm Desert 43900 San Pablo Avenue Elsa Miller Recreation Center 760-568-9697 www.desertrecreationdistrict.ca.gov Bring a towel and bottle of water. November 2010 November 13th Hula Dancing Meets at the Palm Desert 43900 San Pablo Avenue Recreation Center 760-568-9697 www.desertrecreationdistrict.ca.gov November 27th TBD TBD TBD � ''�' •: CITY OF PALM DESERT �,. PARKS AND RECREATION P. '�°�.F►z ns�W' STAFF REPORT 197`3 To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: March 2, 2010 Subject: YMCA Update Attached is a copy of the activities of the Family YMCA of the Desert for the month of December and January. Steele, Janis From: allalis@aol.com Sent: Sunday,January 24,2010 12:01 AM To: allalis@aol.com Subject: 'Love Ta Dance' Ballroom Dance Classes at Palm Desert YMCA! Sign up by Feb. 1st NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release Contact: Alison Elsner(aelsner@desertvmca.org) January 24,2010 760-320-6430-work,760-413-5053-cell,760-320-1679-fax 'LOVE TA DANCE' SWINGS INTO PALM DESERT YMCA -Sign up by February 1st! (Palm Desert, CA.) Date: Wednesday afternoons for 8 weeks February 3, 10, 17,and 24 March 3, 10, 17, and 24 Time: 2:00—3:00pm Location: Family YMCA of the Desert 43-930 San Pablo Avenue Palm Desert,CA 92260 Ages: 12 and above/adults Cost: $80 per person for all 8 weeks To Enroll: Call the Palm Desert YMCA at 760-341-9622 or visit in person at the address above by MONDAY,FEBRUARY 1'1(registration deadline). Description: Love Ta Dance Ballroom Dance Classes East Coast Swing, the Foxtrot,and the Tango will be among the ballroom dance styles presented in the upcoming class session being offered at the Palm Desert YMCA. Instruction will be provided by Bob and Nancy Horn,who are known for their"Fred and Ginger"technique. The Horns perform on cruise ships,and they are the founders of"Red Hot Ballroom, Inc.",a 501 (c)(3)here in the Coachella Valley to work with schools to produce student dance competitions. Registrations are taking place through Monday,February 1"at the Palm Desert YMCA membership services counter. Participants must sign up for the entire eightweek session. Students may bring their own partners,or they may attend by themselves to be paired with a partner in class. 1 Ballroom dancing offers physical activity,social interaction, and mental stimulation. Health benefits include increased muscle tone, improvement of the cardiovascular system,and burning calories which leads to weight loss. As a low impact aerobic activity,dance also increases flexibility, strength,and balance. Other positive results are realized, such as confidence, self-expression,relaxation,an enhanced social life, and fun. For more information about the dance session,the instructors, or YMCA programs and events in general, please contact Alison Elsner at 760-413-5053-cell or aelsner@desertymca.org. -more- Palm Desert YMCA—Love Ta Dance February 3—March 24,2010—press release page 2 FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT The Family YMCA of the Desert is the largest licensed childcare provider in the Coachella Valley, with 42 program sites, serving over 3200 kids and hundreds of adults each day. Joseph Hayes(Vice-President,Rabobank) serves as President of the Board of Directors for the Family YMCA of the Desert,and Rob Ballew is the YMCA's valley-wide Executive Director and C.E.O. Congresswoman Mary Bono(45th district,California)serves as the Honorary Chair. The Family YMCA of the Desert is one of 2500 YMCA'S nationwide, all of whom work towards building strong kids, strong families,and strong communities. For more information please visit: http://www.ymcaofthedesert.org. The Family YMCA of the Desert has two primary locations: Palm Desert/Administrative Offices: Palm Springs: 43-930 San Pablo Av. 3601 E.Mesquite Av. Palm Desert,CA. 92260 Palm Springs,CA. 92264 760-341-9622-phone 760-320-6430-phone For more information regarding YMCA events,activity programs,fundraising,or volunteer opportunities please contact Alison Elsner at 760-320-6430-work,760-413-5053-cell,or aelsner@desertymca.org. # # # aU/J an ALISON ELSNER Director,Palm Springs YMCA Associate Executive Director,Family YMCA of the Desert Director,Public Relations and Marketing,Family YMCA of the Desert 3601 E.Mesquite Av. Palm Springs,CA 982264 2 Family YMCA of the Desert Ii 25th Anniversary Family YMCA of the Desert 1982-2007 We build strong kids,strong families,strong communities. January 26, 2010 To Family YMCA of the Desert: Directors, Trustees, Staff, Volunteers, Supporters, and Friends The Family YMCA of the Desert announces the re-purchase of the Palm Springs YMCA facility (3601 E. Mesquite Avenue) by the City of Palm Springs. Between February 1 and June 30, 2010, the Palm Springs facility will scale down its operations so as to provide an orderly transition of programming for its members and the community, with a transfer of all Palm Springs programs to other Family YMCA locations by June 30. The Family YMCA of the Desert has owned and operated this 22,000 square foot facility, originally purchased from the city, for the past 6 years. The facility has experienced serious challenges in sustainability, and, with the economic downturn, this situation has escalated over the past two years. The Family YMCA now finds it necessary to sell the facility and transfer programming in order to maintain sound fiscal health of the entire organization, which operates 42 program locations throughout the Coachella Valley and provides programs to over 3,428 children and hundreds of adults and seniors each day. Many programs will continue at full strength throughout the transition, including after school care, kinder care, fitness center memberships, basketball leagues and camps, gymnastics, karate, yoga/pilates, tennis, dance, and other special events, building rentals, and sports tournaments. The Palm Springs YMCA and the Family YMCA of the Desert will be maintaining a continued future presence in the western end of the Coachella Valley beyond the conclusion of our transition on June 30 so as to meet the needs of the many families, youth, adults, and seniors who participate in and benefit from our programs. Please let us know if you have any questions. Thank you for your ongoing support. Sincerely, Yoe W96 JOSEPH H. 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DECEMBER 2009 PARTICIPATION BY CATEGORY Division I Division II Division III Division IV Division V Programs After-School 10,381 9,280 14,108 1,579 1,321 Tots 185 529 95 Youth Sports 542 Adult Sports 28 Events Santa's Hotline 925 Gift Drive 150 Centers/Parks Classes 11 288 168 167 Fitness 3,795 2,981 Drop-In 2,977 2,122 Meetings 684 Golf The First Tee 504 Rounds 816 Range 117 Programs 94 Aquatics Lessons Open Swim Other 100 Reservations Building 1 (53) 1 (111) 1 (175) 1 (200) Pool 1 (1,000) Ballfield 4 (48) 38 (1,000) Pavilion 3 (300) Memberships Facility Pass 15 107 115 Desert Willow 393 PD Skatepark 1 6 18 90 Support Activities & Appearances Event Mecca Tamale Friends of Parade Festival the Library Staff Time 25 hours 18 hours 3 hours Attendance 600 Thousands 21 Event Lady of Friday Night Guadalupe Live Staff Time 14 hours 4 hours Attendance 5,000 250 Event Friday Night Live Staff Time 4 hours Attendance 25 Event IYTF— Santa Staff Time 12.5 Hours Attendance 800 Event Operation Gift Staff Time 16 hours Attendance 100 Event Christmas Store Staff Time 12 hours Attendance 100 • ` • �M�• •_i• DECEMBER ACTIVITY SUMMARY - DESERT g Monthly Total 53,9471 DIRICT Division I Division II Division III Division IV Division V Programs 10,381 9,280 14,863 2,108 1,416 Events 925 150 Centers/Parks 11 7,060 168 5,954 Golf 1,531 Aquatics 100 Reservations 1 2 5 42 Memberships 16 113 18 598 Total' 10,392 9,280 22,948 2,276 9,051 Excludes Reservations, Memberships and Support Activities FY10 Participation 100000 85,237 79,616 80000 1 1173j4-26 60000 51,647 53,947 40,049 40000 20000 I July ❑ August ❑ September T] October r, November ❑ December JANUARY 2010 PARTICIPATION BY CATEGORY Division I Division II Division III Division IV Division V Programs After-School 15,049 11,743 18,129 2,232 1,927 Tots 371 619 263 Youth Sports 1,770 Adult Sports 52 Events Gymnastics 305 Yo-Yo 1,500 Fitness Day 100 Centers/Parks Classes 388 1,257 737 1,516 Fitness 3,722 3,568 Drop-In 3,780 3,699 Meetings 862 Golf The First Tee 564 Rounds 838 Range 199 Programs 98 Aquatics Lessons Open Swim Other Reservations Building 80 (1) 250 (1) 150 (1) Pool 1,400 (1) Ballfield 60 (4) 2,300 (25) Pavilion 2,500 (1) Memberships Facility Pass 12 273 2 187 Desert Willow 536 PD Skatepark 4 10 49 Support Activities & Appearances Event LQ Chamber Fitness Car Show Expo Staff Time 11 hours 26 Hours Attendance 200 Event Friends of Library Staff Time 3 Hours Attendance 20 Event Community Council Staff Time 1.5 Hours Attendance 25 �irle• • • 11110 . JANUARY ACTIVITY SUMMARY DESERT S Monthly Total 75,2881 Division I Division II Division III Division IV Division V Programs 15,049 11,743 20,322 2,851 2,190 Events 405 1,500 Centers/Parks 388 8,759 737 9,645 Golf 1,699 Aquatics Reservations 1,480 2,810 2,450 Memberships 12 277 12 772 Total' 15,437 11,743 29,486 3,588 15,034 Excludes Reservations, Memberships and Support Activities FY10 Participation 457,038 100000 85,237 79,517 80000 - 73,386 75,288 60000 51,647 3►94 40000 38,01E 20000 0 ❑ July 0 August 0 September ❑ October 0 November ■ December 0 January * CITY OF PALM DESERT .4 PARKS AND RECREATION $ $ N,04 STAFF REPORT To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: March 2, 2010 Subject: Park Inspection Update Attached is a copy of the park inspections for the months of January and February, 2010. Once again, it is very valuable to have additional eyes inspecting the parks, and we value your input. It is also a good opportunity for all of you to get into each park, and speak to our citizens. So please remember to complete the inspections each month. City of Palm Desert Park Inspections-January 2010 Date Park Commissioner Date _ Deficiency Corrected Corrective Action 1. Ironwood/ Thomas 1/16/2010 Nothing noted. N/A N/A Haystack 2. Homme/Adams, Babcock 1/14/2010 I'm at this trail 3 times/week, and noone is picking up after 1/7/2010 On 1/7/10, staff walked the park with Teserra. Cahuilla Park their dogs.Why? Because the dogs don't use toilets so they Advised contractor of the problem, and asked go yards to 100's of yards before going. to emphasize cleaning entrances&palapa areas. 3.Joe Mann Park Barnard 4. Palm Desert Guyer 1/5/2010 1. Basketball court worn, should consider resurfacing in the 1/11/2010 Will get prices to resurface.There is CIP Soccer Park near future. money left for resurfacing this fiscal year. 2. "Winter turf" 1/11/2010 We don't re-seed this park and bermuda goes dorment. Start fertilizing in March. 5. Palma Village Hall 'Park 6. University Dog Dash 1/26/2010 Suggestions: 1.Add water feature and sand box in tot area. 1/27/2010 These items are not in this year's budget. and East Parks 2. Future consideration:fence off play area from road. Will take into consideration in the future. 7. Magnesia Falls Hall 8.Washington Dawson 1/25/2010 1. All rubber play area surfaces need to be replaced. 2/2/2010 Staff hopes to replace playground by Summer. Charter Park 2.A picnic table under the trees might be used by the 2/2/2010 There used to be 2 tables, and one was neighborhood vandalized. Will replace by 2/5/10. 9. Civic Center Dash 12/29/2009 1. Grills- how often are they cleaned? 12/31/2009 Weekly on Friday. Will upgrade to wire brush. Park (from December) 2. Legends Field- bulletin board missing. 12/31/2009 It's been missing 8 years.A new board was addec by snack bar, so another is not needed. 3.Steve Garvey column- Missing plaques. 12/31/2009 In progress. 9. Civic Center Housken 1/13/2010 1. Small dog park-wet at base of pole. 1/15/2010 The area had just been pressure washed. It is Park _ done every Monday,Wednesday& Friday. 2. Baseball field picnic tables were dirty. 1/15/2010 Pressure washed on 1/14/10.Scheduled on 1/13/10, but did not finish on that day. 3.Water running from a palm tree onto the sidewalk near 1/15/2010 Teserra was asked to remove some dirty and the baseball fields. adjust the bubbler. Complete 1/19/10. 4.Throughout the park there are dots on the sidewalk. 1/15/2010 Dots were from a "Walk with the Mayor" held on 1/9/10. 5.A tennis court user asked if the tennis court lights could 1/15/2010 Per City ordinance, sport lighting must be City of Palm Desert Park Inspections-January 2010 be left on later than 10:00 pm this summer. shut down by 10:00 pm in all parks. 9. Civic Center Housken 1/13/2010 6. Graffiti found on brown wood bench in cul-de-sac area. 1/15/2010 Graffiti was removed the on 1/14/10 in the am. Park(continued) 7. Restroom B drinking fountain had a steady leak. 1/15/2010 Staff adjusted the handle & leak stopped. 8. Pavilion#1 had spider webs on the ceiling. 1/15/2010 Desert Recreation District was notified and had the cobwebs removed. 9. Lots of duck poop on the sidewalks around the lake. 1/15/2010 Scheduled Teserra to pressure wash side- walks around the lake on 1/20/10, however, by 1/21/10,the sidewalks will look dirty again. There are too many ducks. 10. Freedom Park Schukart City of Palm Desert Park Inspections- February 2010 Date Park Commissioner Date Deficiency Corrected Corrective Action 1. Ironwood/ Schukart Haystack 2. Homme/Adamsd Thomas 2/15/2010 No deficiencies. N/A Cahuilla Park 3.Joe Mann Park Babcock 2/11/2010 No deficiencies.Talked to 8 people who said they"love this N/A N/A park". No complaints. 4. Palm Desert Barnard Soccer Park 5. Palma Village Guyer Park 6. University Dog Hall and East Parks 7. Magnesia Falls Guyer 8.Washington Dash Charter Park 9. Civic Center Dawson 3/3/2010 1. What are the plans for concrete pad on east side of park? 2/5/2010 In process-getting plans for re-build. Park 2. Legends field columns are missin a plaque on Garvey. 2/5/2010 In process. 3. New skate park hours taped over old hours. 2/5/2010 New signs being made-complete by 2/19. 4. Next time the skate park rules sign is updated, include 2/5/2010 New signs being made-complete by 2/19. instructions on how to contact staff to open the park. 5.Too bad we can't keep grass growing in the dog park. 2/5/2010 The real long term solution is to incorporate rest days& hours. It is over-used and people use it when there is frost on the turf. Rye grass _ can't withstand heavy traffic. No great solution. 6. Great idea to display park brochures at entrance gates. 2/5/2010 In process,should be complete by meeting Can't read them though, maybe a "take one" sign on holder? date. 7.Add a permanent sign that invites users to other dog areas 2/5/2010 This idea incorporated into the brochure _ in the City, and include a map. _ holder. 10. Freedom Park Housken 2/12/2010 1.Tables could be cleaner. 2/12/2010 Contractor power washes them every week on Tuesday. Notified them they look dirty. 2. Ship on playground appears dirty, like it needs to be 2/12/2010 Contractor power washed playground every 2 City of Palm Desert Park Inspections- February 2010 cleaned with soap. weeks.Asked Supervisor to scrub dirtiest areas. 10. Freedom Housken 2/12/2010 3. Field clean but dirt needs to be swept back onto the field 2/12/2010 Contractor blows hardscape daily, staff asked to Park(continued) from bleacher area, it has come through the fence. pay attention to this area. Park is very windy. 4. Doggie bags need to be re-stocked N/E corner of park. 2/12/2010 Complete 2/13/10. 5.There is no hot coal bin at picnic area by tennis courts. 2/12/2010 Yes,they are used.Staff is looking into getting Should there be?Are they really used? one. Should be installed by March. 6. What is up with the in ground lights around the entrance 2/12/2010 See vandalism report. Parts are on order,should sculpture. be complete by 1st week of March. 7. Does the water/pond in the basin by the dog park ever 2/12/2010 Staff from Street Department usually drains it drain? out with ditch-witch once a month. Rain water caused it. NMNN, .�'�_ . CITY OF PALM DESERT • 1 .oksi : PARKS AND RECREATION •olt 40.1 � �`�7°��'� STAFF REPORT To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: February 3, 2010 Subject: Parks and Recreation Update Since we did not have a February meeting, I wanted to provide you with an update on a number of things. 1. GET FIT Palm Desert: Attached is a copy of the updated schedule. The only date not filled is November 27, 2010. I am looking to fill it with a yoga class. I would encourage you to attend any or all of these if possible. 2. International Sports Festival (senior games): The games start on Thursday, February 4th. The website for the games is: http://www.desertseniorgames.org/. This contains information on the games and a schedule of events. The banquet is Friday night, so I hope some of you have RSVP'ed and are attending the event at the Living Desert. 3. Soap Box Derby: The soap box derby was approved by the City Council and will take place on Saturday, February 27th. Additional information was provided at the last Commission meeting. 4. Palm Desert Baseball/Softball Opening Day: The opening day celebration for Palm Desert Youth Sports Association (PDYSA), baseball and softball, will take place on Saturday, March 6, 2010, at the Civic Center Park ball fields. The main ceremony will take place at 11:00 a.m. with the Marine Band performing again. I'd recommend you coming out if possible, and arrive early. 5. Vandalism: In the last three weeks we have been the victim of a great deal of vandalism at Freedom Park, Hovley Soccer Park, Homme/Adams Park and Joe Mann Park. We are working closely with the Sheriff's Department to help prevent this in the future. An update will be provided in March. 6. CPRS Conference: The CPRS Conference will be held March 9 — 12, 2010, at the Palm Springs Convention Center. A number of you have already volunteered (thank you) and I will get a volunteer schedule out to you soon. If anyone else would still like to volunteer, contact me at jsteele@cityofpalmdesert.org or 760- 776-6423. Parks and Recreation Update February 3, 2010 Page 2 of 2 7. Assignment for March: I would like to improve the look and content of our website, and would appreciate your assistance. If you could please review our website (parks and recreation portion), and provide me with any feedback or recommendations by February 15th, it would be greatly appreciated. I will compile the information and share it at our March meeting. Please contact me if you have any questions. G\PubWorks\Landscape Services Division\PARKS and REC COMMISSION\Handouts\2010 Parks-Rec Handouts\03-02-10 Parks-Rec Handouts\January-February Update doc