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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-11-03 PRC Regular Meeting Agenda Packet CITY OF PALM DESERT aPARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION b` ! POSTED AGENDA ••Q°f 4 35 0 Tuesday, November 03, 2015 — 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, SEPTEMBER 01, 2015. Rec: Approve as presented Action: V. NEW BUSINESS A. INTERNATIONAL SPORTS FESTIVAL / SENIOR GAMES OPENING CEREMONY B. FACILITIES USE AGREEMENT UPDATES C. AQUATIC CENTER ANNUAL PRESENTATION (PRESENTATION BY STAFF) POSTED AGENDA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION NOVEMBER 03, 2015 VI. CONTINUED BUSINESS NONE VII. OLD BUSINESS NONE VIII. PRESENTATIONS AND UPDATES A. Y-BE-FIT PALM DESERT CHALLENGE— FOLLOW UP B. PARK USE REPORT - Ironwood Park C. PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER D. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT E. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT IX. STAFF AND COMMISSIONER COMMENTS X. 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. Date. this 30th day of October 2015. A ngie arron, Recording Secretary 2 CITY OF PALM DESERT PRELIMINARY MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION • b hm REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 01, 2015 — 8:30 a.m. Administrative Conference Room — Palm Desert Civic Center 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California 92260 I. CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Guyer convened the meeting at 8:30 a.m. II. ROLL CALL Present: Absent Commissioner Randy Guyer Chair Deborah Hall Commissioner Raymond Rodriguez Vice Chair Jerry Dawson Commissioner Kim Housken John M. Wohlmuth, City Manager Commissioner Lynn B. Jutovsky Mark Greenwood, P.E., Director of PW Commissioner Mary Helen Kelly Commissioner Mike Hardin Commissioner Lindsay Holt, Alternate Ex-Officio Members: Rob Ballew, YMCA of the Desert Kevin Kalman, Desert Recreation District Also Present: Ryan Stendell, Senior Management Analyst Sabby Jonathan, Council Liaison Randy Chavez, Landscape Supervisor Angie Marron, Recording Secretary Guests: Karen Creasy, YMCA of the Desert Brenda Nutcher, Desert Recreation District Laura McGalliard, Desert Recreation District Tim Skogen, Desert Recreation District— First Tee Deborah Glickman, Public Art Department 1 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES SEPTEMBER 01, 2015 III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None IV. CONSENT CALENDAR A. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF TUESDAY, MAY 05, 2015 Rec: Approve as presented Upon a motion by Commissioner Kelly, second by Commissioner Housken, carried by a, 7-2 vote of the Commission, (AYES: Kelly, Housken, Guyer, Jutovsky, Hardin, Rodriguez, Holt; NOES: None; ABSENT: Hall, Dawson) the Consent Calendar was approved as presented. V. NEW BUSINESS A. REQUEST FOR NAMING CARLOS ORTEGA ART SCULPTURE Ryan Stendell stated that the family of Carlos Ortega approached Deborah Glickman to request that an art sculpture be permanently named in his honor. This is the first time the Naming Policy will go into play since it was approved. The proposal would be that the family would pay for the naming of the piece and the sculpture would be placed at Civic Center Park; the art piece is mosaic, and made up of small pieces of stained glass. Mr. Stendell also clarified that before any action is taken, Deborah Glickman would take the proposal upon the Public Art Commission for approval, and then ultimately, City Council would have to approve it. Commissioner Kelly asked how the art piece will be placed in the park, since it looks like it is getting installed on the side of a building; and if an additional piece will be at the actual Carlos Ortega Villas, once the art piece is transferred to the park. Ryan Stendell stated that the art piece will be placed on a pad that will be built specifically for it and it will essentially be placed on a four to five foot structure, and yes, there will be an additional art piece located at the COV site. Commissioner Jutovsky asked why a local artist wasn't used; Deborah Glickman clarified that it is not uncommon for using alternate artists instead of local one's, this piece would be donated and the city would not have to pay, because this would be in honor of Mr. Ortega. Sabby Jonathan mentioned this can be a new element for the park. Commissioner Rodriguez also expressed his opinion and stated that it may not be a new direction because we already have the Holocaust Memorial. Commissioner Rodriguez also asked if we accept this kind of 2 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES SEPTEMBER 01, 2015 marketing for an individual, will we be open for people to buy spots in our parks for remembrance. Commissioner Rodriguez also mentioned that he was really impressed with the whole process and selection of the art piece. He also brought up the subject of vandalism being an issue, and asked what the cost of repairs would be for this piece if it sustained any damage. Mrs. Glickman noted that City owned art, is maintained by a contractor twice a year and on an, as needed bases. The location of the art piece was selected carefully, so that it is more visible for the Public Art department. Sabby Jonathan mentioned that names or tributes need to be extremely subtle; we need to look at the art work to see what type of art will be put in the park, he feels small plaques are more suitable, and not sculptures. Commissioner Guyer asked if the family requested for it to be in Civic Center Park. Ryan Stendell confirmed it was per their request. Commissioner Kelly stated that Palm Desert citizens do appreciate our art in the park and doesn't feel there would be much vandalism. Commissioner Housken expressed her opinion, and she feels it looks more like a giant tombstone, and not an art piece. She suggested to possibly consider having it placed on an indoor wall, and not as a standalone art piece at the park. Commissioner Guyer feels like it's more of a marketing tie to the Villas. Commissioner Rodriguez made a reference as to how will we be running our city in fifty, sixty years from now; will we be seeing ten tributes somewhere along the line. This is not personal, it's a matter of how are we going to run our City; he is not convinced that this is what our parks are for. Commissioner Holt proposed to possibly consider the piece installed for a year or so and then have it removed; we don't want to use our park space as a cemetery. Commissioner Rodriguez feels that Commissioner Holt brought up a great point. To allow a display for one year and then relocate it, it's not a set in stone solution, but a great suggestion for Public Art use, and should have the family pay for the installation and removal of it. Commissioner Jutovsky asked if it can be made into a sculpture form; while, Rob Ballew also recommended offering a few more options to the family for placement of the art piece. Sabby Jonathan also suggested compromising with the family on a new location, possibly a temporary display at City Hall; wall art is not good for the exterior of a city park. 3 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES SEPTEMBER 01, 2015 Therefore upon a motion from Commissioner Rodriguez, second by Commissioner Housken, carried by a, 7-2 vote of the Commission (AYES: Rodriguez, Housken, Guyer, Kelly, Jutovsky, Hardin, Holt; NOES: None; ABSENT: Hall, Dawson.) The recommendation to allow the Carlos Ortega Art Sculpture to be displayed in the Park temporarily, with the applicant to pay for installation and removal costs; or explore an alternate location at City Hall, was approved. B. PRESENTATION BY STAFF: GENERAL PLAN UPDATE Ryan Stendell stated that over the last year, he has been working with the Planning Department to update the City General Plan. One of the tasks this year was to create something that was useable, informative, something you can understand and comprehend. The strategic plan was the desire to have a downtown area, improved access to destinations, expand wellness-oriented lifestyle, and attract new tourism markets, attracting younger clientele and creating walkable neighborhoods. Ultimately this all ties in to revitalizing Highway 111. The direction of the General Plan was to implement this new Strategic Plan, to maintain competitiveness and expand economic offerings. The nature of change is to preserve, enhance, and transform, we are not changing the entire city, just enhancing it. One of the big areas is the Civic Center plan, enhancements would be, how to move people around, to the big ideas of the CV Link and how it ties in to all this, to the land use on Highway 111. Mixed use city center, we are looking for the vibrancy center; we are looking to build off the successes of El Paseo making sure it's not competing with, but compatible with it. We are looking at totally different demographics. With downtown expansion, we talked about buildings that change the dynamic of Highway 111, providing housing opportunity, and mix use buildings; comfortable places to walk and gather, to improved connectivity. Commissioner Kelly asked if the individual business owners were notified of these ideas. Mr. Stendell stated that notices were sent out, and most of the property owners did attend the meetings and seemed eager and excited, because this would add property value. Commissioner Jutovsky asked what the time frame was for this proposed project; Mr. Stendell stated it's a 25 to 30 year plan. The environmental process final approval of the General Plan will be in April of 2016. Commissioner Rodriguez congratulated the City on its progress of its vision for Palm Desert, he feels it's a great opportunity for our city, not only is it inviting but exciting. VI. CONTINUED BUSINESS None 4 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES SEPTEMBER 01, 2015 VII. OLD BUSINESS None VIII. PRESENTATIONS AND UPDATES A. Y-BE-FIT PALM DESERT CHALLENGE 2015: OCTOBER 4TH Ryan Stendell stated that the Y-Be-Fit Challenge is well on the way to its second year, also added is an entry level to this event, and that will be a relay triathlon. At this point we have 209 people confirmed and that breaks all records from last year. It is a great community event that will take place on October 4th, and encourage everyone to participate and bring out the whole family for the color run. B. FALL CONCERT SERIES Ryan Stendell stated that the fall concert series will kick start on October 1st, the music and attendance have been great, generally we are seeing that the spring concert series have been more popular than the fall. We've also experimented with a dance floor which turned out really well, attendees really seem to like it and enjoy it. C. PARK USE REPORT - Hovley Soccer Park Ryan Stendell gave a quick update on Hovley Soccer Park. The soccer park has been a challenge this year because of the drought mandate; it's had its ups and downs, also with the Council directing the City to comply with the 36 percent water reduction use. The soccer park looks as good as it possibly can with the drought. Sabby Jonathan feels we are doing the best we can balancing everything, and staff is doing a wonderful job. D. PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER Karen Creasy stated that the Aquatic Center had a good summer, and numbers seem to be up, she will have the overall numbers available next our next meeting. Field trips were strong, and concessions have been successful. Safety records are great, and also partnered with the DRD to do movies at the Aquatic Center, with 120 people turn out. Rancho Mirage and Xavier High School now swim at our pool, and just extended some rental opportunities with some people. Third grade and swim lesson programs will continue this year, like they did last year, and swim lessons will continue year round, and as groups and lessons go, they have them scheduled out through Veterans Day. In April we hope to bring Aquatic Exercise Association to teach water exercise, that can bring people in 5 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES SEPTEMBER 01, 2015 from the southern states, the bid has been put in for that and it's very promising that we will get it. Sabby Jonathan asked Ms. Creasy from her professional stand point, if she was satisfied with the cleanliness and water temperature. Ms. Creasy stated that there were some issues that came up this summer; part of it was because of the high percentage of usage by people at the Aquatic Center. We are trying to keep it positive, fixed and remedied. Pools run best with rest periods, the Aquatic Center just doesn't seem get those rest periods. Sabby Jonathan complimented Ms. Creasy on being responsive to those kinds of concerns, and he feels that Ms. Creasy and her staff are doing a wonderful job, even with the challenges they face with the multi- usage of the pools. E. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT Rob Ballew presented the commissioners with the Y-Be-Fit flyer. This is the second year for this event, and this is also a creation by Sabby Jonathan. The City is also a big sponsor, we have Commissioner Rodriguez on the committee; all around it's a great group. He really hopes this brings awareness to the city and civic center park, in regards to what the YMCA does for fitness in the community. He also noted that there will be a new element this year, we are bringing the Marines from the base, we are providing transportation and lunch for them and their families. YMCA in the summer dealt with big numbers, day camp had a total of 746 kids, and out of the 15 camps the number one camp was dodgeball. Y Rookie football is well on its way, with 150 kids, between the ages of 3 — 5 years old, flag football with 250 kids, both starting in October through December. There is also Youth and Government which is a great high school program to learn about how the government actually works with 65 kids from all over the valley. F. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT Brenda Nutcher stated summer was really good, the basketball league was almost at 300 kids, there's an average of 50 to 60 kids for summer camp. Ms. Nutcher also noted that she added another day for indoor pickleball and turned out successful with 30 to 40 people a day, since we are the only indoor pickleball in the valley. It's a $5 a day drop in, or it can be accessed with a card. Tim Skogen gave a quick recap, the First Tee had great summer, new classes were put in for the older teens, and camps were almost 90 percent full. Some projects got done over the summer; the west end practice range has been fully redone. The irrigation pump system was also redone and completed. The fall overseeding, will also be done and modified, using a different approach for the driving range, we might be using a dye 6 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES SEPTEMBER 01, 2015 rather than watering it, as it seems more logical. Programming and registration will be kicking off in three weeks, and the program will start October 19th and looks forward to a great season. Kevin Kalman wanted to share some information; since the last meeting he attended the DRD has taken over three community centers and has full control of, one in Bermuda Dunes, Indio Hills and North Shore. He also noted they are expected to close escrow on the old Oasis Elementary School, which is 15 acres and it will become the first community park in the Oasis community, and we will also be breaking ground on a 5 acre park in North Shore in January 2016, which will become the first real community park in the North Shore area. Also working on a joint use agreement right now, which should be approved soon, to take over 5 acres at Mecca Elementary for soccer fields. We are also looking to update the Palm Desert community center, the HVAC, electrical system, and the floor in the community room, since the building is 26 plus years old. We are also looking to move the pre-school program to the back of the building, in what used to be the old public works parks maintenance offices, which should be a great transition with the kitchen and bathrooms in that back area. Also looking to see how we can open up the front of the center, inside the existing walls to facilitate a much larger exercise group and fitness area. IX. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner Hardin wanted to thank Randy Chavez and his staff for the great job they do to keep up with the parks. Mr. Hardin is also a locksmith and he spends a lot of time in the parks and gets to see the damage some patrons do to the locks in the dog parks. He gives great gratitude to City staff for a job well done, even with the drought, our parks look great. Commissioner Rodriguez thanks Commissioner Housken for keeping the rules in line, and thanks Commissioner Holt for speaking up and sharing some great ideas, and last but not least, thanks Rob Ballew for reminding him that dodgeball still rules. X. ADJOURNMENT With unanimous consent of the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 10:18 a.m. Angie Marron, Recording Secretary CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION STAFF REPORT SUBJECT: ISF OPENING CEREMONY REQUEST SUBMITTED BY: Ryan Stendell, Senior Management Analyst DATE: November 3, 2015 This year marks the Desert Recreation District's (DRD) 16th annual International Sports Festival (formerly known as the Senior Games). The DRD has in the past hosted a welcome reception dinner at the Palm Desert Community Center. Due to park restrictions (past and present) of consuming alcohol, the DRD has been granted approval from the City Council to serve beer and wine at these events in past years. This year's event is scheduled for the evening of Friday February 19, 2016 in the Palm Desert Community Center. The DRD is proposing to serve beer and wine at this event and has prepared a plan that complies with all of the requirements of the Alcohol and Beverage Control (ABC), however, does require City Council approval. Staff is recommending that the Parks and Recreation Commission approve a recommendation to the City Council of this request. CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION STAFF REPORT SUBJECT: REVIEW OF EXISTING FACILITIES USE APPLICATION FOR YOUTH SPORTS ORGANIZATION SUBMITTED BY: Ryan Stendell, Senior Management Analyst DATE: November 3, 2015 The Desert Recreation District (DRD) handles all sports field scheduling and management of our various youth sports leagues. The advantage of working with the DRD is their experience managing other facilities throughout the Coachella Valley. The DRD has been working through an updated use policy with the City of Coachella. The updated policy requires sports leagues to submit annual documentation that keeps transparency a priority. I like the direction the DRD is going with their new policy, and have been creating an updated policy (attached) for use in Palm Desert. It is important to note that the policy does require any additional paperwork than what would be needed in their annual reporting for 501c3 status. Managing youth sports organizations continues to be a hot topic in parks and recreation management organizations. I believe the DRD is keeping current on trends in the industry and are attempting to keep transparency between the City, DRD, and Youth Sports Leagues. Chapter 11 of the municipal code gives staff the authority to set all policies for use with our sports fields. However, given the new direction being sought I felt the input of the Commission and the City Council is certainly warranted. Desert Recreation District Youth Sports League Facility Use Agreement It is Desert Recreation District's desire that all youth sports organizations are able to enjoy the use of various facilities. This agreement has been set in place to achieve that goal. The person signing this agreement and the organization on whose behalf the facility rental is being made (collectively the "Renter") are responsible for compliance with this agreement. All Renters are required to read and sign the facility use agreement as part of the rental and before the facility can be used by the renter. Please read carefully, fill out Facility Renter Sections, initial at the bottom of each page, and sign in the signature page at the end of this document. 1 . Each sports league must apply for a facility use permit for sport season use. 2. Each sports league must submit a certificate of insurance with a one million dollar liability policy, naming Desert Recreation District and the City of Palm Desert (if within the City of Palm Desert) as additional insured. 3. Each sports league must submit a separate request for facility use for all tournaments. 1. FACILITY INFORMATION Name of Facility Address/Area/Location of Facility 2. YOUTH LEAGUE INFORMATION Contact name Telephone: Home Work Organization Address, City, State, Zip 3. YOUTH LEAGUE SEASON (DATES AND TIMES) CONDITIONS OF USE 1 . To be eligible for use and access to the League Areas, the Sports Leagues have agreed to have 501(c)(3) for their respective league organization and to maintain the status, active and current. Should the Sports League 501(c)(3) not be in current standing, the group will have 180 days to make the needed corrections. 2. The Sports League shall be required to submit proof of General Liability insurance prior to the start of the season in the amount of $1 ,000,000 (one million dollars) per occurrence reflecting Desert Recreation District and the City as additional insured. Without receipt of this submittal a facility use permit will not be issued, delaying facility access until provided. 3. The following documents must be provided to Desert Recreation District thirty days prior to the commencement of the sports season in order to ensure no delays are experienced in permitting sports season play: I. Copy of the League Bylaws II. Submit form identifying board members, file form identifying where, when and how often the Sports League holds its regular meetings III. Copy of the current 501(c)(3) status IV. Copy of the insurance certificates If these documents are not provided to Desert Recreation District thirty days prior to the commencement of the sports season the Sports League may experience up to a 30 day delay in obtaining the required facility use permit for facility access. Forty-five days after the sports season each Sport League must provide Desert Recreation District with the following information: number and name of all the teams registered with the Sports League, name, age and city of residency of each registered player per team. If these documents are not provided to Desert Recreation District forty-five days into the sports season the Sports League may experience up to a 30 day delay in obtaining the required facility use permit for facility access. 4. Staff must be made aware of any and all Sport League elections and be provided at least twelve calendar day's notice of such an election. 5. The Sports League shall keep and maintain with generally accepted accounting principles, complete book of accounts and accounting records (collectively, the "Book of Records") of all league enrollment fees, purchases and receipts of merchandise, food beverage, inventories and all sales and other transaction from which Sports Leagues' receipts and charges are or can be determined. 6. The Sports League shall record all transactions, at the time each transaction is made, whether for cash or credit. 7. The Sports Leagues shall retain the Books and Records for a period of at least four years after the end of each calendar year thereof. 8. Financial Audit - The Books and Records shall be made available upon five business days, prior written notice to the Sports League for inspection by City, DRD, its auditors, or other authorized representatives. I. The Sports League shall be audited by a third party financial firm bi-annually, and results shall be provided to the City and Desert Recreation District. Should the documents requested not be provided within thirty days, no additional facility use permits will be issued to the Sports League. I am an authorized agent of the organization submitting this agreement. The information provided in this agreement is true and correct. I have read and understand this agreement and agree to all of the aforementioned rules, regulations, and conditions of use. Signature Print Name Organization Address Telephone: Home Work • s • . .. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT Date: October 29, 2015 To: Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Commission From: Brenda Nutcher, Community Services Coordinator Subject: September Activity Report Palm Desert Community Center PD Gym and Fitness Center • 4643 members utilized the gymnasium and fitness Member Scans 4643 center facilities Drop In/Daily Pass 183 • 183 additional gym and fitness center users paid the Total 4826 daily walk-in fee Memberships Sold • 244 people registered for classes, camps and special programs Fitness Pass 121 • 546 additional people participated in classes on a Desert Willow 118 drop in basis The First Tee 78 • 118 Desert Willow Resident Cards issued Skate Park 31 • 121 Fitness Center Passes issued Total 348 • 2 Community Center rentals for the month of September Activity Enrollments Tae Kwon Do 20 Portola Community Center Dance and Music 16 • 41 rental reservations Health and Fitness 49 • 196.5 hours of rental use Reagan Intramural Sports 70 Palm Desert Parks After School 12 • 269 park reservations Sports 50 • 1035 hours of rental use Tiny Tots 27 Total 244 Palm Desert Skate Park • 31 skate park memberships sold Drop-in Class Participation • 113 skaters used the park Fitness 34 • 85 bikers used the park Dare to Prepare 105 Line Dance 21 Pickleball/table tennis 321 Sports 65 Total 546 Palm Desert Community Center First Tee Golf Course Use • We are partnering with AAA Automobile Club again Driving Range 86 to offer the Dare to Prepare Teen Driving program 9-Hole Youth 26 on October 3, 2015, from 10:00am to noon. 105 9-Hole Adult 166 have enrolled. Lessons 1 • We are beginning to offer new drum classes on Misc. Usage 1 Tuesday afternoons in October, starting at 4:00pm Total 280 for ages 5 through 8 years old and 9 through 13 years. Rentals by Location • We are partnering with the Palm Desert Library Civic Center Park 90 again to offer the Chef's Table cooking series every Thursday starting November 12, 2015. Freedom Park 34 • We are partnering with the Palm Desert Library Olsen Field 5 again to offer the Sunday Sounds concert series PD Soccer Park 140 every Sunday beginning November 29, 2015. PD Community Center 49 • We will be partnering again for the Senior Softball Portola Center 41 League.They will start at the end of November. Total 359 • We will be opening registration for Senior Games on October 1, 2015.The dates of the games will be Rentals by Facility Type February 18, 2015 through February 21, 2015. Amphitheater 0 • Ultimate Frisbee is back at Freedom Park on Mondays and Thursday evenings, after taking the Football Field 17 summer off. Gymnasium 0 Multipurpose Room 90 Pavilion 2 First Tee Softball Field 88 Soccer Field 162 Programming Notes— Total 359 • With the start of the school year, it signals increased activities at the Golf Center and The First Tee.The Hours Rented by Location preparation for the coming fall sessions is complete with existing member registration commencing Civic Center Park 230 Monday, September 28th and new member Freedom Park 97.5 registration starting on Monday, October 5th. Actual Olsen Field 52 fall sessions begin on Monday, October 19th at the PD Soccer Park 655.5 Golf Center. PD Community Center 144.50 • Also re-opening that day will be the newly over Portola Center 196.5 seeded and re-graded practice range. Several new Total 1376 features are being added to the fall sessions including expanded school site after school programming utilizing newly trained The First Tee Hours Rented by Facility Type coaches and DRD team members.This approach will Amphitheater 0 afford our programming to expand as needed with Football Field 44 committed and enthused team members. Further, Gymnasium 0 we are introducing a new after school Little Linkers Multipurpose Room 341 Pavilion 32 Softball Field 198 Soccer Field 761 1376 program at the Palm Desert Presbyterian Church to reach a new group of young golfers. • To enhance our registration procedures and to respond to member requests,we are now able to have existing Members register on line for the fall sessions.This new upgrade will allow greater convenience for our members and will allow our team to better focus on those members needing added attention during the hectic registration period. All new members will be required to register on site as we want these new members to become acquainted with both the facility and our team members prior to the start of sessions. We've also added a part time instructor to provide added support to our programming. In addition,we've been conducting both new and refresher Volunteer training in anticipation of the coming sessions. Promotions/Projects— • In anticipation of the start of the new season, several initiatives have been underway to increase our golfers and members experience.The newly renovated practice range hitting area will be a great enhancement allowing us to better compete for the public player's practice interest.We are also engaged with local television station KESQ on the development of a high quality video piece which will allow us to better tell The First Tee story to prospective members and donors in the Valley. We anticipate a late October completion date just in time for prime season presentations. • We're also working with our DRD Public Relations/Marketing Officer to upgrade all print presentations to give The Golf Center a more polished and professional appearance. Along with this approach, we are expanding our golfer options to include daily special and practice/play packages to give increased value to our golfers. • With the re-opening of the golf course November 2"d, we will be rolling out the new and exciting Foot Golf concept at the Golf Center. By all initial comments,this activity is being compared to having the same impact on golf as snowboarding had to skiing introducing a whole new segment of potential customers to the golf world.