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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-11-04 PRC Regular Meeting Agenda Packet CITY OF PALM DESERT Ast '*. i , ' PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION � t AGENDA . * 4 ' , &/ Tuesday, November 4, 2008 — 8:30 a.m. � � Community Services Conference Room I. CALL TO ORDER li. ROLL CALL III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. MINUTES OF THE MEETING FROM OCTOBER 7, 2008 B. MINUTES OF THE MEETING FROM OCTOBER 21 , 2008 IV. 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. V. PRESENTATIONS NS A, THE FIRST TEE OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY Vl. NEW BUSINESS A. SENIOR SOFTBALL REQUEST Discussion and recommendation for the Senior Softball League to be allowed to utilize fields at the Civic Center at no charge. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA NOVEMBER 4, 2008 VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. UNIVERSITY PARK NAMES Discussion and recommendation concerning the names for the University Parks. VIII. REPORTS AND UPDATES A. ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION B. FO N TANA PARK C. FREEDOM PARK MARKETING PLAYGROUND SURFACE REPAIR AT WASHINGTON CHARTER E. REPAIRS AT THE CIVIC CENTER SKATE PARK F. COMMUNITY/AQUATI CENTER UPDATE (ORAL REPORT) NEWS ARTICLES IX. 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. Dated this 30th day of October 2008_ Pr.—UN-Q-4C Monica Loredo, Recording Secretary 2 GADevS4YeresiM�'catavemfl4 jAelaalPari iinnilOndas12006Apitm f-4-0$affict CITY OF PALM DESERT �'•� PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION • 's fz PRELIMINARY MINUTES -4,a yo ".? OCTOBER 7, 2008 a-s3 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Dawson convened the meeting at 8:30 a.m. II. ROLL CALL Present: Absent: Chairman Gerald Dawson Commissioner Terry Schukart Vice Chair Michael Barnard Commissioner Babcock Commissioner Roger Dash Commissioner Randy Guyer Commissioner Deborah Hall Commissioner Kim Housken Commissioner Julie Munson Staff Present: Bob Spiegel, Mayor Pro Tem Homer Croy, ACM for Development Services Janis Steele, Parks & Recreation Services Manager Jay Niemczak, Parks Facilities Manager Monica Loredo, Administrative Secretary Guests: Craig DeWitt, Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District Barb Adair, Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District Laura McGalliard, Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District Rob Ballew, Family YMCA of the Desert Gina Tenorio, The Desert Sun 1 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. MINUTES OF THE MEETING FROM SEPTEMBER 2, 2008 Minutes of the meeting from September 2, 2008, were approved as submitted. Motion moved/seconded by Dash/Hall, and carried by an 8-0 vote with Commissioner Schukart ABSENT. B. MINUTES OF THE MEETING FROM SEPTEMBER 16, 2008 Minutes of the meeting from September 16, 2008, were approved as submitted. Motion moved/seconded by Guyer/Munson, and carried by an 8-0 vote with Commissioner Schukart ABSENT. Commissioner Babcock apologized to the Commission for the comments he made in regards to the Mike Schuler Trail at the last meeting. He stated that he made a mistake concerning the actual location of the Mike Schuler Trail. IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Rob Ballew, Family YMCA of the Desert, communicated that this week flag football league officially started. He noted that the league started approximately three years ago with about 80 kids, and they are now up to 340 kids. He announced that they are participating in the golf cart parade, and they are going to have a special area for seniors on Sunday, October 26. The area will be shaded with seats and snacks. He also announced that the YMCA has made arrangements with the City to reserve a plot at the Community Gardens on San Pablo for the childcare program. Commissioner Guyer asked Mr. Ballew what the age group is for flag football. He responded ages 8 to 12. Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel asked what the age group is for the senior VIP area at the golf cart parade. Mr. Ballew replied it is 63 and above. Mr. Craig DeWitt, Coachella Valley Recreation and Park District (CVRPD), thanked the City for the use of the Civic Center Amphitheater a couple weeks ago for the district's concert. He also thanked Ms. Steele and Mr. Niemczak for their help. He noted that they had over 1,700 people attend the concert. 2 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes\10-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 V. PRESENTATIONS A. COACHELLA VALLEY RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT STAFF Ms. Steele introduced Ms. Barb Adair, Superintendent of Recreation and Leisure Services for CVRPD. She commented that they have reorganized the department several times, and staff from the CVRPD is present to give an update on what they are working on in Palm Desert. Ms. Adair thanked the Commission for allowing them the opportunity to introduce their valued staff. She first mentioned that her responsible areas are aquatics, sports fitness and wellness, recreation and enrichment, and special events. She stated that she has staff members from each division present today. She introduced Mr. Mike Brazil, Sports Coordinator. Mr. Mike Brazil thanked the Commission for having him, and stated that he is the newest addition to the district. He commented that he is pleased to hear that there is a flag football league because that is something that he was looking into. Mr. Brazil announced that more importantly they have the International Sports Festival coming up in February. With the festival, they are reviewing at everything and trying to strategize new marketing schemes and new locations. He noted that the new International Sports Festival starts at age 35 to 90 years old. Mr. Brazil mentioned again that he is new to the district, and his goal is looking at new programs for the kids. Ms. Karen Scarborough stated that she is the Fitness and Wellness Coordinator. She communicated that she started working in that position in June. She commented that she has been planning a couple of special events, and helping with the International Sports Festival. She mentioned that in 2009 there is going to be an event each month in Palm Desert. Ms. Scarborough informed the Commission that on March 7, there is going to be a Health Fair at Freedom Park. She added that she also helps with the exercise classes district-wide, and noted that they are currently offering free classes in the park on Saturdays. Her goal is to create awareness on how important it is to exercise for complete wellness. Ms. Barbara Cordero introduced herself as the Children's Program Coordinator, and also a new addition to CVRPD. Her focus is ages 18 months to 5 years of age. She mentioned that in the Palm Desert Community Center they currently have a Tiny Tot and Mommy and Me program. Her goal is to create more parent participation classes with anything from art to musical/dance amusement. She mentioned that she 3 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 has a passion for inclusion, and hopes to bring Mommy and Me inclusion classes. Mr. Peter McVey stated that he is the Sports and Aquatic Program Coordinator for CVRPD. In addition to assisting with the International Sports Festival, he is working on rolling out a flag football league for the civil service workers. He announced that it will be rolling out in January, and will be held in the Palm Desert Civic Center Park. They also plan on having some aquatic activities at Palm Desert High School during the summer. Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel asked where flag football is going to be played at the Civic Center Park. Mr. Brazil responded that flag football was moved to Hovley Soccer Park. Ms. Adair mentioned that they plan on having the International Sports Festival dinner and gala at the Living Desert since it was a little tight at Desert Willow last year. CVRPD also is looking at having golf at Desert Falls. She mentioned that they encountered problems with tee times and billing at Desert Willow, and decided to have the golf tournament at Desert Falls. Ms. Adair stated that they have not signed the final contract, and asked the Commission if they had any feedback on the locations or different venues. She also asked if there has been a final decision for the Legend Fields Honoree, which she believes was Mr. Steve Garvey. Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel responded that it is on the next City Council agenda. Ms. Adair thanked the Commission for their time. Chairman Dawson thanked CVRPD staff for the information. VI. NEW BUSINESS - None VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None VIII. REPORTS AND UPDATES A. NOVEMBER 4, 2008, COMMISSION MEETING Ms. Steele reported that elections will be held in the Administrative Conference Room on November 4. Therefore, the November 4, Commission meeting will be held at the Community Services Conference Room. 4 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 B. TRAILS STUDY INFORMATION Ms. Steele informed the Commission that there are two different items in the agenda regarding trails. She stated that CVRPD and the Riverside County Regional Park and Open Space District are hosting a public meeting on Tuesday, October 7, 2008, at 6:00 p.m., at the Indio Workforce Development Center. She explained that the County asked CVRPD to put together a Request for Proposals (RFP) to complete a study to provide trails along the Whitewater River and Dillon Road from the east valley to Palm Springs. CVRPD hired the Dangermond Group to study and prepare a report. Topics on the agenda at the meeting are: school, park, and local trail connections; safety issues; funding for short build-out; and golf courses (methods to provide connectivity). Commissioner Guyer clarified if they are going to look at an idealistic situation, and then try to get all the cities to come on board to that idealistic situation. Ms. Steele replied yes. Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel interjected that it is going to involve more than just the cities if they use the wash. Ms. Steele stated that the group is aware of the issues involved with the wash, and they are looking at ways of going around it. Chairman Dawson asked if anyone from the Commission will be able to attend the meeting that evening. Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel interjected that this evening is the Art of Food and Wine event at the El Paseo Gardens. Ms. Steele noted that she will be at the El Paseo Gardens, and Mr. Niemczak will attend the trails meeting that evening. She stated that she believes Mr. Stendell and someone from Public Works and Planning will also be attending. Commissioner Guyer commented that he was going to try to attend. C. RIVERSIDE COUNTY REGIONAL TRAILS PLAN Ms. Steele reported that Riverside County is going to hold a workshop that will discuss the Riverside County Regional Trails Master Plan for the Coachella Valley. She explained that the current trail plans for the Eastern and Western Coachella Valley is outdated, and noted that it is separate from what CVRPD is working on. The County has a new master plan that 5 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 they want people to give feedback on. Ms. Steele mentioned that the maps are included in the agenda packet, and have a larger version available for viewing. The workshop is scheduled for Thursday, October 16, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Coachella Valley Association of Governments Conference Room No. 119. Ms. Steele commented that part of what CVRPD is doing will be incorporated into the plan somehow. She noted that Mr. Stendell, and staff members from Public Works and Planning will be attending the workshop. She mentioned that it would be of value if someone from the Commission can attend. Commissioner Hall asked if the workshop is part of the study that CVRPD is doing. Ms. Steele responded that the study is part of the Riverside County Regional Trails Plan. The plan involves both hiking and biking trails. Chairman Dawson asked the Commission if anyone will be able to attend the workshop. Commissioner Housken responded that she will try to go. Commissioner Babcock commented that he will attend. D. PLAYGROUND AT THE COMMUNITY PARK Mr. Niemczak reported that the playground at the Community Park is completed. He noted that pictures of the playground were provided. He announced that they will have a dedication of the park on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. and invited the Commission to attend. Ms. Steele stated that the park looks a lot nicer than the pictures. She noted that the playground is the first fully accessible playground in the valley. She mentioned that she is meeting with Ms. Adair after the meeting to see if they have any groups that might want to come to the dedication to show that the playground works for wheelchairs. She is also going to check with Desert ARC and the MS Society. Ms. Steele stated that the renaming of the park is going to the next City Council for approval. She noted that once approved, they will have a sign made. At the dedication, it will be nice to have a few words from the City's Mayor and Commission Chairman. She also explained that the ADA access is to the right of the restrooms, and City Staff is looking into having some curbs cut so there is access in front of the park. In addition, Staff would like to add one or two ADA parking stalls in front of the park too. 6 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 Commissioner Hall asked if the area is still being used as a pick-up area for the school. Ms. Steele replied yes. Commissioner Hall inquired if the fence is going to stay or go. Ms. Steele responded that it is going to be removed. The fence will be taken down on October 17. She reminded the Commission that the Palm Desert Spay & Neuter/Shot Clinic will be held at the Community Park on Saturday, October 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel asked Ms. Steele if the clinic could be done twice a year since there seems to be enough interest. She responded that she will relay the message to the Code Enforcement Department. Code Enforcement was the coordinator for the clinic, and the Riverside County Department of Animal Services is providing the service. Chairman Dawson asked the Commission to add October 25 to their calendar for the park dedication. He noted that it would be great to have the fully accessible playground mentioned in the newspaper. He asked if anyone knew of another fully accessible playground in the valley. Ms. Steele does not know of any. Commissioner Guyer added that he is curious to find out how many are available in Riverside County. Mr. Niemczak stated that he can ask the contractor. Ms. Steele noted that City Staff will also be inviting the schools to the dedication. E. UNIVERSITY PARKS UPDATE Ms. Steele reported that the dog and neighborhood parks are completed, but the landscaping has been a challenge. City Staff has agreed to accept the dog park after the completion of overseeding. Staff expects all deficiencies to be resolved at that time. The neighborhood park will be accepted in mid-November, except for the grass. The contractor will be responsible for any repairs to the turf during the next season (spring). Mr. Niemczak interjected that at this time they have asked the contractor to take care of the brown spots, irrigation issues, and assist with the overseeding; the City will then take it over. Ms. Steele announced that Staff is looking at a grand opening ceremony on Saturday, December 13, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. 7 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 Ms. Steele mentioned that the other issue at the neighborhood park, the basketball court must be removed and replaced due to cracking and shifting between the court surface and sidewalk. Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel commented that he thought there was going to be a grand opening along with the university. Ms. Steele responded that it was canceled due to the Garden Day at the Visitor Center and the opening of the Henderson building. Commissioner Guyer asked Mr. Niemczak if the dog park is the retention basin for the development. He replied yes. Mr. Niemczak informed the Commission that the City will be adding sidewalks in the dog park leading to the shaded areas for ADA access, which were not part of the plan. He noted that they are doing the same to the Joe Mann Dog Park and Freedom Park Dog Park. Chairman Dawson inquired if the contractor has set a date to begin building homes. Mr. Croy responded that it is unknown, and noted that the market is still upside down in California. Commissioner Hall asked if there is full access on the roads into the park. Ms. Steele replied that there is access. Mr. Niemczak interjected that the City has accepted the roads, but they are waiting until they are cleaned up. F. UPCOMING EVENTS Ms. Steele announced that the Air Force Band of the Golden West will be playing in the Civic Center Park on Wednesday, October 15, 2008, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. She also announced there will be a Veteran's Day celebration on November 11, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at Freedom Park. She noted a copy of the program was included in the agenda packet. Commissioner Hall commented that she is pleased that the City is having the celebration, and that there is a program for Veteran's Day. She thanked the City. Ms. Steele replied that she would pass it on to Ms. Pat Scully who is in charge of the event. 8 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 G. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT NEWS RELEASE Ms. Steele stated that every once in a while the City receives a press release from the YMCA, and provided it to the Commission as an informational item. Mr. Ballew mentioned that the Hoedown is scheduled for November 14, 2008, at the Agua Caliente Casino. It starts at 6:00 p.m. The event helps support childcare in the valley. H. THE FIRST TEE OF THE COACHELLA VALLEY Ms. Steele indicated that Mr. Jan Hagan, Executive Director of The First Tee, distributes a newsletter to the parents of The First Tee participants. She commented that she included the newsletter in the agenda packet so that the Commission can be informed of what they are doing with The First Tee. She mentioned that Mr. Hagan will like to return for another presentation, which she will schedule. He is also interested in going to the City Council. Mr. DeWitt mentioned that they have put 310 kids through the program, and are involved in a number of activities coming up, such as The Prestige Junior Golf Clinic at PGA West. He mentioned that Ms. Kathy Strong is a participant in "Dancing With Our Stars." Proceeds from Ms. Strong's dancing will go to The First Tee. Chairman Dawson stated that the Commission is a supporter of The First Tee, and encouraged the Commission to donate any extra golf balls, clubs, bags, or anything they may have to The First Tee. I. COMMUNITY/AQUATIC CENTER UPDATE (ORAL REPORT) Ms. Steele reported that Staff met with gkkworks. She reminded the Commission that the consultant is working on a site master plan. They are laying it out and trying to put a cost to it so Staff can go back to the City Council with the information they requested. After that is complete, the City will move forward to select someone to do the design-build. Up to this point, they have only been working with the components that were discussed in the study session. The consultant is proceeding nicely, and they should be ready to make a presentation the first meeting of November. Mr. Croy explained that the current process is called massing. Massing is a terminology where you use geometric figures that meet the components 9 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 that the City Council and the Commission have asked for. The consultant takes these masses and puts them together in groups that would simulate a buildings area and how it would fit into a proposed location. At this time, they are looking at the plausibility of where the community/aquatic center could go. The site would then go to the City Council for a recommendation. After that is done, Staff would need to get involved with other groups and architects. He mentioned that he recently read an article regarding design-build. They are allowing design-build for projects that are over $2.2 million, which would help keep the cost down. Ms. Steele noted that the consultant (gkkworks) is having a workshop this Friday on Integrated Service Delivery, which talks about design-build processes. She asked the Commission if they were interested in attending to let her know. The workshop is from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 10, 2008. She also noted that the consultant met with two members from the City Council. Commissioner Dash stated that he understood there are two sites being considered at the Civic Center. Ms. Steele explained that at the study session they had asked to keep the community/aquatic center in the Civic Center Park. Two sites were discussed. One site was to combine the College of the Desert and the Civic Center, and the other site was combining the two buildings that are being occupied by the YMCA and the Palm Desert Community Center. Commissioner Guyer inquired if they are looking at the massing study, and not considering the components at this time. Ms. Steele responded that it does include components. She explained that they fit all the components onto a footprint. Commissioner Guyer asked if the study with the components and the footprint is going to the City Council during a study session. Ms. Steele answered that she would need to check with the City Manager, and ask him how he would like it presented to the City Council. Commissioner Guyer clarified if the study session would be in November. Ms. Steele replied that Staff will be ready in November, and it all depends if the City Council is ready for Staff. Commissioner Guyer asked when it would be presented to the Commission. Ms. Steele responded that it would probably be presented at the same time as the City Council. 10 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 Commissioner Guyer inquired if the reason it goes to City Council is so that they can take the next step to put it out to bid. Mr. Croy responded that the reason it goes back to City Council is due to land use. If the situation involves the City and COD, City Council's authorization will be needed for an agreement of land use, which is beyond the Parks and Recreation Commission's capacity. Commissioner Guyer commented that he thought that an agreement was done. Mr. Croy responded that the agreement is not 100% complete. It is still being negotiated, and stated that COD also wants to see a massing plan and estimated costs. Commissioner Guyer reaffirmed that the mass study and the components will be considered by the City Council in November. Ms. Steele replied that during the study session, the City Council indicated that it was okay to move forward with the components that were presented at that time; the same components that were recommended by the Commission. She stated that they are looking for an approval on the size of the footprint. Vice Chair Barnard mentioned that some of the other things that they are looking at is parking at the site. He stated that parking can be an issue if the community/aquatic center is built at the Civic Center, and they are looking at all the options. He noted that gkkworks has considered all the components that were recommended by the Commission into the site. Commissioner Guyer voiced his concern that the City Council has the Commission's recommendation on the components, but they will not have the Commission's recommendation for the massing plan. Commissioner Babcock clarified that it has been decided that the community/aquatic center site is to be at the Civic Center and not somewhere else. Ms. Steele responded that is not quite true. She explained that the City Council requested a study of how the center would fit into a site and the costs to fit it into the site. Ms. Steele added that a parking study will also be done. Commissioner Babcock commented that additional parking had to be added at the soccer park because there was not enough. He stated his concern of taking valuable space away from people that use the Civic Center Park on the weekends. Mayor Pro Tenn Spiegel interjected that Commissioner Babcock's concern is being taken into consideration. 11 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 Mr. Croy stated that he is sensing that the Commission has the feeling that they are being left out. He explained that the Commission put together the recommendation for the components for the City Council. He said that the City Council has embraced the components, and they have asked City Staff to look at possible locations for the facility. The information will be taken back to Council so they can determine where they'd like the facility to be, and they will give the stamp of approval to go to the next step. The next step will get into the architecture, design, equipment, and all the things the Commission are concerned about. How it looks? Where the attraction is going to be? He stated that all these items will go back to the Commission as a recommendation to the City Council. There is going to be more work done up front because a design-build requires almost 100% cooperation with all the organizations. Commission Guyer commented that he feels that the Commission should be involved when there is talk about changing roads and the Skate Park before it goes to the City Council. Commissioner Babcock stated that the Civic Center Park is unique, and fears that a part of the park would be taken away from the people that enjoy it. Mr. Croy indicated that if the Commission wishes, it could be discussed at Staff level on how it could be coordinated for the Commission to review the location. He would like to first talk to the City Manager on how Staff should move forward, and hopefully eliminate the Commission's concerns. Vice Chair Barnard stated that the consultant has fit everything that the Commission wanted into the building, and has not left anything out. He commented that he understands the Commission's concerns. He also stated that other issues they are discussing is what is going to happen with the YMCA and the Palm Desert Community Center, such as how the new community/aquatic center is going to affect their programming. He commented that they are going back with the information that the Council requested. The Council could then say yes or no, and possibly look at a different location. He indicated that he has the same concern as Commissioner Dash. He does not want to squeeze something at the Civic Center just make it fit when they could build something they really want at a different site. He stated that they are doing what the City Council asked them to do. Ms. Steele restated what Mr. Croy had said, Staff will talk to the City Manager about bringing the information to the Commission. 12 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 Commissioner Babcock commented that the conversation is going to be that it is going to be built somewhere. Mr. Croy responded that they are looking at a location. Commissioner Guyer communicated that they are looking at the Civic Center. Mayor Pro Tern Spiegel clarified that they are not deciding on a location but looking at a location. Mr. Croy made it clear that Staff is coming up with a recommendation for locations. The City Council will give the yes or no if that is a place to go. Mayor Pro Tern Spiegel stated that the Commission will have their input before then. Vice Chair Barnard shared that the consultant is also doing some work on combining the YMCA and Community Center Buildings. They are working on getting some construction estimates. But with the way the buildings are built and designed, there are limitations on what could be done in terms of bringing the buildings together. Commissioner Babcock voiced his concern about taking space away from the park. Ms. Steele stated that she agrees with Commissioner Babcock's concern, and expressed that she is not interested in taking space away that people use. The committee is looking at adding to what they could already offer the community, and leaving everything else alone. She commented that if they build a center, part of the design process is a fee structure. She also believes that a scholarship program has to be incorporated so that everyone can have access to the center. Commissioner Housken asked where the Integration Workshop is going to be held. Ms. Steele responded that it is going to be held at the La Quinta Resort. Commissioner Dash stated that the Commission should be involved early on. He is not only concerned with what is going to be located where, he is also concerned with the over concentration of people at the Civic Center. There is going to be the possibility of an event going on at each facility at the same time, and there is no parking space to do it. In addition, the atmosphere of a park is going to be lost. He sensed from the Commission 13 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 that they would like to be involved in the beginning rather than giving it to the Council after they have decided the location. Commissioner Dash referred to an article in The Desert Sun of a lady that complained about the City of Palm Desert spending a lot of money on having a great event for the Fourth of July, and there was no place to park. She arrived to the Civic Center with no place to park, and had to return home. He commented that is an example of the heavy concentration in one area. J. NEWS ARTICLES (ORAL REPORT) Ms. Steele asked the Commission if they had any comments regarding the articles provided. No comments were made. Chairman Dawson thanked Staff for accumulating the news articles. Ms. Steele added that if the Commission has articles they see from other newspapers, to please forward them to Staff and they would include them with the agenda packet. IX. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Mayor Pro Tern Spiegel asked for an update on the amenities being added at the Hovley Soccer Park. Ms. Steele responded that it went to the last City Council meeting, and the Council authorized Staff to move forward. Mayor Pro Tern Spiegel interjected that he was not at the last Council meeting. Ms. Steele added that Staff is going to try to get the pickleball courts built in time for the International Sports Festival. Commissioner Housken commented that while playing tennis, she noticed work being done near the tennis courts. She shared that they were adding additional parking, which indicates that people are aware of parking concerns around the park. Ms. Steele added that the Public Works Department is also looking at removing tamarisk trees on San Pablo and adding additional parking. 14 G.IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 7, 2008 Commissioner Guyer commented that for special events there is shuttle service, and believes it has been very successful. Mayor Pro Tern Spiegel responded that the City provides shuttle service for Fourth of July. Commissioner Guyer stated that shuttle service will be an option. There is always going to be a problem with parking when there is a special event. Mayor Pro Tern Spiegel mentioned that during the week there are approximately 100 cars that belong to employees. For the weekend, there's plenty of parking. Commissioner Guyer commented that when he has walks to the park, the park is packed, and half of the parking stalls are empty. Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel asked CVRPD how many teams they have playing in the Gus Macker. Mr. DeWitt replied that the Gus Macker has been canceled due lack of participation. Commissioner Housken inquired if there would be a petanque tournament at the International Sports Festival since there will possibly be petanque courts available. Ms. Steele responded that she will discuss it with Ms. Adair. Mr. Croy commented that since parking was a subject, he explained that parking is determined by an expected successful rate of occupancy. When there is a shortage of parking, you have exceeded your expectation and that is a good thing. Ms. Steele mentioned that Fourth of July was odd this year due to the College of the Desert's construction, and most of their parking was closed. X. ADJOURNMENT Upon motion by Vice Chair Barnard, seconded by Commissioner Guyer, the meeting was adjourned at 9:44 a.m. Monica Loredo, Recording Secretary 15 G.IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-7-08.min.docx CITY OF PALM DESERT �'•� PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION VAdrj 14 7 PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 2008 I. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Dawson convened the meeting at 8:31 a.m. II. ROLL CALL Present: Absent: Chairman Gerald Dawson Vice Chair Michael Barnard Commissioner Phill Babcock Commissioner Deborah Hall Commissioner Roger Dash Commissioner Randy Guyer Commissioner Kim Housken Commissioner Julie Munson Staff Present: Bob Spiegel, Mayor Pro Tem Homer Croy, ACM for Development Services at 8:41 a.m. Janis Steele, Parks & Recreation Services Manager Jay Niemczak, Parks Facilities Manager Ryan Stendell, Senior Management Analyst Monica Loredo, Administrative Secretary Guests: Craig DeWitt, Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District Barb Adair, Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District Laura McGalliard, Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District Rob Ballew, Family YMCA of the Desert Gina Tenorio, The Desert Sun III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - None IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Ms. Laura McGalliard, Coachella Valley Recreation and Park District (CVRPD), reminded the Commission that Dancing with the Stars is 1 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 2008 Saturday, October 25. They have a dancer raising funds for The First Tee program. To contribute, you can go to www.dancingwithourstars.com. V. PRESENTATIONS - None VI. NEW BUSINESS - None VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None VIII. REPORTS AND UPDATES A. CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS/PLAYGROUNDS Ms. Steele reminded the Commission that the Magnesia Falls City Park dedication will be held on Saturday, October 25, at 10:30 a.m. She noted that everyone should have received an invitation. She mentioned that the new name of the park will be recognized, as well as the fully accessible playground. Chairman Dawson remarked that the Commission should congratulate themselves for finding an excellent name for the park, and thank the City Council for approving it. Ms. Steele commented that Chairman Dawson will not be at the dedication, but Vice Chair Barnard will represent the Commission. Commissioner Guyer inquired if Staff has notified any disabled groups that might utilize the playground. Ms. Steele responded that she is talking to Ms. Cordero from CVRPD. Ms. Steele stated that both University Parks will be opened and dedicated on Saturday, December 13, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. She also mentioned that the Ironwood Park playground replacement contract was approved by the City Council at the last meeting. Staff is hoping to have a dedication for Ironwood Park in January 2009. B. CIVIC CENTER TENNIS PARKING Ms. Steele reported that the Public Works Department assisted in adding additional parking by the tennis courts, and the project is completed. Pictures were provided in the agenda packet. 2 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-21-08 min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 2008 C. CIVIC CENTER TENNIS STRUCTURES Ms. Steele stated that there were a couple of shade structures getting old and ratty at the Civic Center tennis courts. Staff decided that it was a good time to replace the old structures plus add two additional structures. This will provide shading between all six courts. Benches will also be added under the structures. She stated that they are going to renovate the old shade structures and take them to Cahuilla Hills. D. PARK INSPECTIONS Ms. Steele communicated that Commissioner Guyer reported that water was needed at Palma Village Park due to dust from the volleyball courts. A hose was installed and referred to the pictures in the agenda packet. She noted that the inspection schedule was updated. A copy was given to the Commission. Commissioner Babcock commented that the contractors are doing a good job. Chairman Dawson agreed with Commissioner Babcock that the contractors are doing an excellent job, and the Commissioners are having a hard time finding deficiencies. He stated that their job is to look for ways to improve the park. He asked the Commission to make comments even though there is nothing to report so they know that someone has been out there. Commissioner Guyer inquired if the water from the hose that was installed at Palma Village is potable. Mr. Niemczak replied that he did not know, but would find out. If it is not potable, Staff will install signage. Commissioner Guyer noted that when volleyball sand is installed, that it needs to be the cleaner sand. He noted that Freedom Park has the cleaner sand and there is less of a problem. E. COMMUNITY/AQUATIC CENTER UPDATE (ORAL REPORT) Ms. Steele commented that there is not much to report, but wanted to keep it on the agenda. She reported that Mr. Niemczak and she attended the Integrated Workshop given by gkkworks. The workshop discussed design-build, which the City is looking at doing but does not relate to the community center project. 3 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-21-08 min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 2008 Mr. Niemczak noted that gkkworks needed the measurements for the skate park and date grove area, and he has provided that information. Commissioner Schukart stated that gkkworks is meeting with the President of College of the Desert (COD) and him on November 3. They are meeting to layout what the plan looks like, and to see how it interacts with COD property and to see to what extent the college becomes a financial partner. Ms. Steele asked Commissioner Schukart if he needs her at the meeting. He responded that they would love to have her there. The meeting is November 3, at 11:30 a.m. in the boardroom across the hall from the president's office. Commissioner Guyer inquired about the massing study. Ms. Steele responded that gkkworks is still working on the study. F. NEWS ARTICLES (ORAL REPORT) Ms. Steele mentioned that there was a trails meeting with the Riverside County Master Planning. She noted that Commissioner Housken and Mr. Ryan Stendell attended the meeting. Mr. Stendell communicated that his concern after attending the meeting, was that he heard someone say that they anticipate drawing the lines and laying them out for the cities to construct. He was surprised that there were no funding sources that were being looked at, but noted that they are at a very preliminary stage. Commissioner Guyer asked if the Riverside County group is a separate group that met in Indio. Mr. Stendell replied yes. Commissioner Guyer inquired if both groups are working together. Ms. Steele responded yes. She noted that the Dangermond Group (consultant) was at the meeting in Indio. She explained that Riverside County is updating the master plan for trails in the Coachella Valley. A piece of that plan is a study of the Whitewater Channel and Dillon Road projects, which the Dangermond Group, overseen by the Coachella Valley Recreation and Park District, is completing. Commissioner Guyer asked if both groups are aware of Palm Desert's attempt for the Interstate 10 trail. Ms. Steele responded yes. 4 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-21-08 min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 2008 Mr. Stendell indicated that at the meeting he attended, they asked the cities to draw anything that was not on the list. He noted that fortunately, Palm Desert has an advanced GIS Department and have already cataloged all of the City's existing biking and hiking trails. The only trail that Staff needs to add is the I-10 corridor trail. He stated that the County is trying to get this type of information from every city onto one map. Commissioner Babcock commented that he attended the meeting with the Dangermond Group, and it was done quite well. Ms. Steele commented that once the Dangermond Group completes the study, she believes everyone will have an opportunity to view it. She mentioned that Palm Desert's Planning and Public Works Department are being included. Commissioner Guyer commented that the meeting he attended, which was the same meeting Commissioner Babcock attended, the group was recommending the wash as the trail but offered one or two other recommendations if they could not go through the wash. He found it very interesting since there will be places along the wash that will not be able to be used. Ms. Steele mentioned that City Staff met with the Dangermond Group, and they recommended that the group meet with the City's Public Works Department as well. There will be some areas that would involve Public Works. Commissioner Guyer stated that the group did not identify the Palm Desert area as a problem. It was identified that Thunderbird Country Club, Tamarisk Country Club, and Indian Wells as a problem. Mayor Pro Tenn Spiegel commented that the Mike Schuler Trail turnouts are on the next City Council agenda and looks like they are going to be approved. Ms. Steele commented that the City of Coachella is renovating some of their parks, and noted that their skate park looks quite nice and large. She hopes that it will take some pressure off of Palm Desert's park. It seems that several cities in the Coachella Valley are doing the same. She commented that with the economy being bad, more people are staying home and looking for things to do. So it is more important than ever that they have good parks and places for people to play and have family activities. 5 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes110-21-08 min.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 2008 Mr. Rob Ballew, YMCA of the Desert, announced that the Golf Cart Parade is on Sunday, October 26, at 1:00 p.m. He mentioned that they have an area called the Senior VIP Area for seniors. They are going to provide transportation, shade, and seating. They expect 100 seniors for the first year. He noted that they will have lunch in the VIP tent for $30 a seat. Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel announced that the Rotary Club has a pancake breakfast at 7:00 a.m. He also noted that the route is a little different this year due to the construction on El Paseo. IX. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Chairman Dawson commented that the next Commission meeting will be in the Community Services Conference Room (Planning Department) due to voting being done in the Administrative Conference Room. He noted that there is an absentee voting box located in the Administrative Building Lobby. X. ADJOURNMENT Upon motion by Commissioner Schukart, seconded by Commissioner Guyer, the meeting was adjourned at 8:55 a.m. Monica Loredo, Recording Secretary 6 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12008 Minutes\10-21-08 min.docx �'� CITY OF PALM DESERT : PARKS AND RECREATION 1�' r1 '. 0...�'. STAFF REPORT egT�9 3yo��f To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: November 4, 2008 Subject: The First Tee of the Coachella Valley Mr. Jan Hagan, Executive Director of the First Tee of the Coachella Valley; and Ms. Teal Guion, Assistant Director of Programming and Operations of the First Tee, will be presenting an update on the First Tee program. NMNN, :11 -----tfi"--.44-14KI: � CITY OF PALM DESERT : _%._ PARKS AND RECREATION �`....� STAFF REPORT e.T9 3yo, f To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: November 4, 2008 Subject: Senior Softball Request Mr. Paul Jones from the Palm Desert Senior Softball league provided a written request to City Staff (see attached letter) for their 2009 season. They are requesting to be allowed to utilize three fields at the Civic Center Park from January 6, 2009, through March 24, 2009, at no charge. Games will be played on Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m. Mr. Jones stated that in 2008, there were more than 100 seniors that participated. Staff recommends that the Parks and Recreation Commission support their request and recommend to the City Council that their request be granted. October 28, 2008 Ms. Janice Steele Parks&Recreation Planning Manager City of Palm Desert 75-510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert,Ca 92260-2578 Subject:Palm Desert Senior Softball League Dear Ms. Steele We are planning to start our softball league Tuesday, January 6,2009 and ending Tuesday, March 24, 2009. We have 6 teams signed up to play,therefore we will need 3 fields at the Civic Center. Games will start at 9am and in case of cancellation due to weather we plan on having all make-up games on the following Friday. Last year we had over 100 seniors playing softball and they are looking forward to playing again this year. We thank you and look forward to another successful league at Palm Desert Civic Center. Sincerely, *icj W/1\94/ Paul Jones Commissioner 568-1023 NMNN, .�'�_ . CITY OF PALM DESERT :1 PARKS AND RECREATION �`....� STAFF REPORT egT�9 3yo��f To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: November 4, 2008 Subject: University Park Names On March 4, 2008, the Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously (8-0) to make a recommendation to the City Council that the following names be used for the four (4) University Parks (see attached minutes): 1. University Village Park West 2. University Village Park Central 3. University Village Dog Park 4. University Village Park East These park names were chosen based on the location of parks within the development. Staff was also informed that University "Village" would not refer to the actual development. Staff was asked by the developer of the University Park area, and other City Staff members to consider an additional recommendation prior to the presentation to the City Council. These names are also based on location and the thought was that because the area is very confusing to drive around in, if they all contained "University Park," that the parks would be difficult to find. The names were not made available until this time, so Staff was not able to bring this recommendation to you prior to this meeting. Because parks No. 3, the dog park, and No. 4, are due to open in December, the names must be taken to the City Council on November 20, 2008. Both park No. 3 and No. 4 have intersections at University and College Drives, these names were not utilized. Both park No. 3 and No. 4 have two potential names. University Park Names November 4, 2008 Page 2 of 2 The recommended names are (see attached): 1. Park No. 1 : Tulane 2. Park No. 2: Cambridge 3. Park No. 3 (Dog Park): *Berkeley or Emory *Berkeley could be "Berkeley Bark Park" 4. Park No. 4: Westwood or Wooden Neighborhood Park to open December 13 Staff is requesting your consideration of these names to replace the original recommendation. If the decision is to keep the original names, Staff is requesting that the "Village" portion be removed. G\DevServices\Janis Steele\Word Files\Commission\Updates\2008\Nov 4\University Park Names.doc ©2006 William Hezmalhalch Architects,Inc Portola Avenue - . r Well Slte r k AC C y SITE SUMMARY 50'x 100'Lots 1), 5.7 DU/AC t I' Planning Area Product GROSS/AC DU/AC D.U. l 24.8 AC A Auto Court S.F.D. 11.5 10.0 115 .' 141 D.U. B S.F.D./Town- 22.9 10.0 213 I d ' L C D 5,000 SF S.F.D. lo 5,500 SF S.F.D. 24.8 20.9 5.7 4.9 141 kx I 1 102 r li o• E 4275 SF S.F.D. 24.8 5.7 141 Park I v F 3,570 SF S.F.D. 10.2 7.1 72 j 2.1 AC 1 D �i 6) Subtotal 115.1 6.7 784 Amer \ ' 7,200 SF Lots IT.T.Map 32655) 73.8 3.6 268 • - 55'xI00'Lots Public ParksII - OW". 11.2 4.9 DU/AC 'I. 20.9 AC Detention/Well Sites 4.0 Approved Tentative ---- ` ' I 102 D.U. iiii Total 204.1 AC 1052D.U. Tract Map#32655 �� 7,200 Sq.Ft. LotsOil Density Disclaimer Densities will vary dependent on site and building cntena 3.7 DU/AC - . RIF � n _ M. ' 73.8 AC LitT - ale . Pacific Avenue 1.4 AC Detention Site/ 268 D.U. - h Entry Monumentation 1 .:...........4),... _.,...„,.... : __, •I 45'x95'Lots 5.7 DU/AC F iii .11- _ 24 8 AC y A 141 DU )IC `I / n_ e g Park '• I. * `� s. a`��C 2.4 AC F Park i�`` Q � 42AC''.6..›. .... 5`" / 42'x84' Lots -. . 1 DU/AC _ J°r Well Site 7 Well Site .SAC 10.2 ACL 6 AC 72 D.U. �� if:" / Detention Site . ., , �` S.F.D./Townhomes Commercial ��� LAND USE PLAN- r 10.0 DU/AC ,� 229 AC 10.2 AC Creative and imaginative design is encouraged for the residential home { :{ 213 DU lite C . builders of University Park. The planning areas will fall within the "Medium Den co A sity" category of 4 to I 0 homes per acre or the "Low Density" catagory of I-4 o %9 og ���� homes per acre based on gross parcel acreage. Both single family detached and Auto Court S.F.D. attached homes will be featured in order to appeal to a range of income levels 10.0 DU/AC I -.."6k in ; c 11 5 AC and buyer preferences. 115 D U Park m 2 5 AC I J The first priority in the design of the Land Use Plan for University Park is corn- Commercial _-�` '- patibility with existing and proposed land uses. The lowest density homes are Mixed-Use - }-~ Commercial I 200 400 600 800 located at the western portion of the site near existing single family homes. The 1+ ( _ highest density homes are assigned to portions of the site that are adjacent to L-- _NINIII......-.N - mixed use areas and commercial uses. Public parks ranging from 2.1 acres to 4.2 - - - - acres have been strategically located to allow easy access from every residential Cook Street neighborhood. Total building coverage for the entire development is less then Figure 5-Conceptual land use plan 30% and does not include the major back bone streets in that calculation. 16 ii oN \_ i ,, bit, .* / `/ , tu ( I _ t9\� I : i /♦ DRIVE-- -' ( 9 (id ,jig ' 0 /� tOk 1 1 fi / >:/‘:1'j ,TULANE�. _ Me r I- i-, e�� ��� CAMBRIDGE giA IIIII 7 ----------- IIIII Lim 7 / I {701 { PARK \� ` �. ,.,.mir/ / �e PARK ■ * Alm - _ .1( stoo.\\\\\\ 11 ______,........... ...404 11111011.....\, fale PARK #1 PARK #2 /LI >'� v ,,,, UNIVERSITY ' 1'J ``� PARK 'i;,i ` woLTD EN __ I PALM DESERT 0 �. . ' wewo ,a° IV `' i�' 7 '', 7,' r " 0 PARK NAME `" / `� /ice i. - � � EXHIBIT - ORY - :\ / WOOD � --- \/ BER LEY;% ,, �4 ( ( PAR ,/ 4I I WESTWOO�_�ti �. ����\., � /" ,/ �- PARK -��iy 1 //' :,,7N`p,:' . ..,1.:' Nx>"- ,,,,>, MP# 6 r ------ r cr! 0 PARK #3 PARK #4 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 4, 2008 Commissioner Guyer moved to present the name "Magnesia Falls City Park" to the school and get their comments. Vice Chair Barnard second and unanimously passed with an 8-0 vote with Commissioner Munson absent. (Munson on LOA) VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. UNIVERSITY PARKS NAMING Discussion and recommendations for the naming of the four University Parks. Chairman Dawson indicated that the Commission needed to name the two parks that are under construction that will be open within the next few months. These parks are currently called "the university parks." Commissioner Housken liked Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel's comment of naming the parks based on their location, so one would know where they are, like Hovely Park. Based on the fact that there will be ultimately four parks, she thought of the four points of the compass, but they did not really jive with the layout. She went back to the idea of "University Dog Park." The park nearest Cook Street could be named "University Park South" or "University Park East", and the largest park could be "Central" or "North." Her idea was to identify the parks by their location. Commissioner Guyer thought this was a great idea. He asked to refine it a little bit. Commissioner Schukart liked the idea of keeping the names simple and designated by their location. Commissioner Guyer asked Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel if he thought people would identify the whole area as "University Village." He responded yes, that the whole area was going to be identified with the university theme. Commissioner Guyer commented that he went to San Diego State and everything around there had some connection to San Diego State but eventually it kind of went away. Vice Chair Barnard asked if the area is "University Village" or "University Park." Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel clarified that the University Park is located at the University Village. Mr. Van Tanner, Planning Commissioner, noted that this is a very identifiable area off of Cook Street. 9 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&Rec\Minutes12008 Minutes13-4-08.nun.docx PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 4, 2008 Commissioner Hall asked if the other two parks were going to be other than a community park, or something like a pocket park. Mayor Pro Tem Spiegel answered that they are all pocket parks. Commissioner Guyer moved to approve the names as "University Village Dog Park", "University Village Park Central", "University Village Park West", and "University Village Park East." Commissioner Babcock second. Motion passed unanimously with an 8-0 vote with Commissioner Munson absent. (Munson on LOA) VIII. REPORTS AND UPDATES A. PALM DESERT YOUTH SPORTS OPENING DAY Ms. Steele informed the Commission that the Palm Desert Youth Sports Association is trying to rebuild the league. They wanted to go back to a nice opening ceremony where people could come to the park and have fun. They wanted to invite everyone on Saturday, March 15, 2008. There will be a ceremony from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. They have set up some special surprises and are working on a helicopter that Mr. Don Sutton can step out of, and have him throw the first ball. Staff is also dedicating his photo for the Legend's Field Column. Ms. Steele invited the Commissioners to attend. Ms. Steele explained that they have been doing a very nice job with this league. She mentioned that they will be having adult contracted officials for 12 plus and older age groups, rather than the 16-17 year-old high school players just to add some accountability to the league. She mentioned that the League President had gone to a game in Orange County and they had signs that say, "Your Kids Are Watching", so they asked the City to order the same signs and it was done. These signs will be put up and see what happens. She also indicated that hey have done some coaching clinics with professional players trying to keep the level of coaching up and even for all teams. She noted that this should be a stellar year for things to come. Chairman Dawson noted that it is important for the Commission to be there and support this type of events. Commissioner Hall commented that her grandson plays in the league and it is wonderful. 10 G:IDevServices\Monica LoredolWord DatalParks&Rec\Minutes12008 Minutes13-4-08.nun.docx CITY OF PALM DESERT ��, PARKS AND RECREATION e • Arit '•:°�ns STAFF REPORT To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: November 4, 2008 Subject: Arbor Day Celebration Ms. Diane Hollinger, Landscape Specialist with the City of Palm Desert will be present to provide an update on the plans for the 2009 Arbor Day Celebration. NMNN, :11 -----tfi.-1.4--Wr � CITY OF PALM DESERT : PARKS AND RECREATION 04,.... STAFF REPORT e.N.T9 3yo� f To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: November 4, 2008 Subject: Fontana Park The City of Fontana, California, recently completed a 38-acre park that includes the following amenities (see attached): 1. Jessie Turner Health and Fitness Community Center: 43,000 square feet including 300 seat banquet room with stage and catering kitchen, multipurpose, dance and class rooms, indoor gymnasium and more. 2. Aquatic Center: 14 lane competition pool (25 yards), 2 water slides, zero depth play area, instructional pool and picnic pavilion 3. Skate and BMX Park 4. Play Areas 5. Activity Areas Staff toured the park on Tuesday, October 28, to determine if it would be a good place for the Commission and City Council members to tour. At this time, Staff is not recommending a tour. Staff will show slides from the tour, and point out the positive aspects and learning outcomes from the tour. The following information was learned from the tour: Jessie Turner Health and Fitness Community Center • Good size banquet room (300 seats) with a large patio. • Stage was a nice addition to the room. • Catering kitchen was large but no doors entered into the banquet room, only a pass through window. • Storage in entire building was fantastic, except in the banquet room. • Nice size gymnasium and seating. • No walk/jog track • Technology room had classroom seating with computers at each seat. Fontana Park November 4, 2008 Page 2 of 3 • Fitness Center was way too small. Consisted of less equipment than the Palm Desert Community Center and it was not as nice. It is way undersized. • Dance rooms available. • A lot of wasted hallway and lobby spaces. • Nice finishes (architectural features). • Tot room separated by toddlers and older tots. This would require four staff members minimum. • Control of entry was impossible. Reception desk was located towards back portion of lobby, and there were hallways in front of it. • Juice bar in lobby was nice. • No family changing room (there may have been one at the at the aquatic center but it was not open). Aquatic Center Staff believes that a golden opportunity was missed by not connecting the aquatic center and community center. They sit across the parking lot from each other, and could have capitalized on utilizing the same staff for check in, maintenance, etc. The aquatic center was not open, so all photos and observations were taken from outside the fence. • Of note immediately was lack of shade. • The waterslide platform was covered, providing shade while waiting at the top of the slides. • Good layout of multi-uses (spray playground, instructional & competition pools, slides, and zero-depth entry pool). • Nice sized pavilion at one end of pool. We were not sure of the purpose. It did have shade, but we did not note a concession stand. • No easy access to utility/pump room for delivery of supplies and chemicals. • Long route for ADA access (this occurred at all facilities). • Fence in front of facility could have been eliminated to make it look more inviting. Skate and BMX Park This park is operated by Action Park Alliance (contracted by the City). This may have been the most impressive part of the park. I sensed excitement as I walked up to the gate. There was music playing, a very friendly atmosphere and staff, and many users. While touring the park, we asked many questions about the contract held between Action Park Alliance and the City of Fontana. Staff received contact information for Action Park Alliance. G\DevServices\Janis Steele\Word Files\Commission\Updates\2008\Nov 4\Fontana Park.doc Fontana Park November 4, 2008 Page 3 of 3 Play and Activity Areas The covered sports arena was very nice, but there must have been a need for an inline hockey rink, as it was a large structure, that must have cost a great deal, and covered only one field. It could also accommodate basketball. A good potential idea for a multi- use facility. The dog park was smaller than Joe Mann or Freedom Park's dog parks. The sides were not delineated per small and large dogs, but there were two sides. One had a DG surface and one was turf. We were unsure as to why this was. We did not find any dog bags anywhere in the park. There were scoopers in the dog park. The playgrounds looked pretty but seemed rather boring and non-functional. There were no slides or swings, just a lot of items to climb on. Staff's favorite part of the ancillary park features were the bathroom interiors. They did not seem so institutional, but appeared sturdy enough for a great deal of use. Path of travel (from parking lots to facilities) was difficult at each facility visited and did not flow from one to another. A lot can be learned from this park. It is a fantastic addition to the City of Fontana. Staff was viewing from a different mindset than it was probably built from. We were viewing it from a more critical point of view and in relationship to our purposes (a community and aquatic center). We did learn a lot, but due to the spread out nature of the park and the path of travel issues, we are not recommending an entire group tour at this time. However, if anyone is in Fontana or would like to view it, we would recommend doing so. In addition to the attachments included, please visit the Fontana website at www.fontana.org or for more programs, look at www.fontanarecreation.org. Review the 2008 Parks and Recreation Brochure to see the number of programs and events run in Fontana. G\DevServices\Janis Steele\Word Files\Commission\Updates\2008\Nov 4\Fontana Park.doc JEISJSIE ItUjitNalk flORAICTIBli 8_fr FiliT'Kfin CENTER, Jason Hendrix• Community Services Coordinator II Damien Terrones • Community Services Coordinator II 15556 Summit Ave., Fontana,CA 92336 I (909)428-8360, ext.237 or 226 - - Hours: Monday- Friday 6:00 am - 10 00 pm Saturday 6:00 am- 8.00 pm c . Sunday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm - >'. ; The City of Fontana is excited to Introduce the Jessie Turner Health&Fitness Center at Fontana • i. r -. c`.. Park TNs 43.000 square foot state of the art Community Center wi serve as a regional fealty designed to meet the needs of the community 7Ith unique programming and classes to benefit the c v�:4. . .` •a c - active efestyles of residents / � .. } ► ` �� • ! r. ..C1 'r, The Jessie Turner Heath&Fitness Center wil feature an indoor grnnaslum,dedicated fitness +$" gym dance/aerobics room,mid-purpose room,resource center a spacious 4,889 eq ft.banquet 4F _ mom.meet lg,and technology rooms. iPlease join the City of Fontana In welcoming the opening of the Jessie Trner Health&Fitness Center! JESSIE TURNER PROGRAMS � ' C �� l yi �u9 I A� ► ,,. •Fitness Classes •Martial Arts •Dance Classes •Theater Ms Friday,October 31,2006 •Tlny Tots •Gymnastics t :' :, •Computer Lab •Children's Day Camps 5:00 pm-8:00 pm \ •Photography •Special Interest Classes Come ocpeiinnan ill,.`oxrhei , o n'*t!of our ChIll et;TlullIt finika een Et ar Pie TINY TOTS PROGRAM 4 Jso Hunan e.Fanc::Centel uK61ro tj n$pocky Toil•, tPko nl Horner ccsllmne contest,ger m's,:Ind rock or Tientn Our program gives your chid a memorable experience in a casual schoobryl»eating, rrortt Chidren enrolled in our program will learn about shapes,Dolor,seasons,weather I L I 7111 Ulriu lLl, �: i; holidays,numbers,letters sociar�tionskis and much more. Crafts,music,games, at the Dog Park at Fontana Park -„; outdoor activities and lots of fun are part of our ditty routine The learning and tun ; . never end! Sign up your child today, Tuesday,October 28,2009 -��3 � . 5:30-7:OO:unit m -� • �; Ages.3-5 years i our_a < E;n�gyouLCoq:.ad4o Ili.)Dal Pnrk;ll Pontoon PorK to c<M I our Halloween f • �l 111 �'�' HovtrE4dul.E,ul will h,uwn A l loll costume aria cmnn nick a o Irounin0. • Sohrday,December 8,2008 ":11. •• •" Sunday,December 7,2008 mans &30-10 0O am - Ling the!artily out to the Jessie Turner Health&Fitness Center and join Serra for a w -•• morning of breakfast followed by pictures,music games and prizes learn create experience Fan vat aarcrpg$Includes lyeeadad.pleas,a�ndaymnwlnve. location Fav MTwyTmeaaaa as.s im eey.m beheeewd lii4 tili�.l*J1mIFTWA F !(� 'T1S V. •"1'''NV sorstiaSy prtrar MOM sits Ore M a pMWe omr. Imo Mr. 'NV. lesste7WaerCenter y.ypin.>tomotbt seer avow aa,mweamwn Not rnow- Y, ei0 43e'6140 .apu.m,eoni.wllamrtanasxme,p.In December 8-11&December 15-18 t1e165unmuavaw,fonrahu �� Monday&Wednesday ra.:00-7:00 TM Ten I„Ihee f mMamlmaaaM pm*Marg.twc roCOWS, ten . ',umbra owl kam•m elfin mereahw aennp•harenogmau- Tuesday&Thursday 7:00-8:00 pm Apo 3-1.5 roOto nnda My fa,11uotal110 faith Nl4tpnb.MaMmmmYN fits •• wad./sweineae, a10 11:30 am Tuesday&Tbnal 12:10 noopm Register today! Santa win be available at the Jessie ibmer Health&Fitness Center for lrdiv:dutls who aeiisnatlon will only be accepted at the would like to take a picture with him Apse Span cite In which you wish to enroll your child Morbayewednaldly 11:10 100 pm $4 lacuna!Se leg apply Tuelee a hoary a]0 11:r,•m Ia._ Begir �aMar�OLiobe lla Tirol* Y„- ilai*Tuner hoe &Hmm Una - Moms December12,2008 le mail&writs•/:Herembe to Duo-o-4:00 pm • T„nary&mummy.taveraa 19• , , y t *No swan lbm nb,24 lbeerta 30 .mac. - Being your dogs out to the Dog Park at Fontana Park as Santa will be on hand to take pictures with yar pooch. Se requited fee INVappic YO • 'Proudrobenamed one otthe-100BestComrltuniriesfor Young People by Amerieds Promise Alliance a ( Community Services Department � Administration Office ll Ak ijy �, It 9460 sierra Avenue J+ Fontana,CA 92335 TABLE OF CONTENTS 2548 vmw Fax n.,eatiumag Cultural Arts Programs. ........ .... .4 Hour A Message from the City Council 5 Monday-Fridayriday 8:00am-5:00pm Community Resource Guide .. . . 6-8 Garth Nekton 14254300 Special Events .... 1 ..8 Community Services Directs Kyle x2z7 Lewis Library&Technology CenterBrown 9 Community Services Manager Healthy Fontana .. 12 Frances Hernandez I 428-8360 x225 ( Neighborhood Centers Community Services Dep ot of .. 10 Rob Bock 1350-7695 Don Day Neighborhood Center .... 11 Community Services Supervisor Karen Gerber t 42s-836o x232 Heritage Neighborhood Center ... 13 Community Services Supervisor Jack Bulik Teen Center .. 14-15 Jennifer Hued 14348830 Knopf Senior Center ........... 16-17 Community Services Supervisor Nature Center .... .. 18 Rafael Gonzalez 1350-6569 Miller Fitness Center .......... . 19 Community Services Supervisor Jessie Turner Health&Fitness Center 20 Mike Servicesmunity > General Class Information . .21 Mariana Rodriguez 1472-8832 Recreation Classes Community Services Supervisor The Ms and Craft classes ... .. 22-23 Maria Torres 1428.8300 x231 Dance classes . . 24-27 Administrative Secretary Educational classes .27-29 t Tutor Whiz ..... 29 Art Depo I Fun, Fitness and Skill classes . . . 30-31 428.8368 Aquatic Programs Music classes ...... 31 3504541 Martial Arts/Tae Kwon Do classes .... ....32-34 Healthy Fantasia • Specialty classes . ....34-37 428-8300x249 Tennis classes .... .37 Special Events Seminars ... 38 Media/Marketing Community Assistance Program Seminars .39 428 n230 Aquatics Programs .40 Public Relations Police Department Programs . . .41 387-2348 Sports Programs .......... .... ....... . . .42-43 KFON Chaind 3 Athletic Fields.. .44 4288300x234 Housing .44 Facility Rentals ...... 4204818 Public Works ... 45 Cultural Arts Youth Activrties/SMARTKIDS& Mobile Recreation 46 960-0805 Registration Form .47 SMA1T10DS Elementary Cruise Night .. 48 ' 4284818 Park Shelter&Facility Rental Information ...... 49 Steelworkers Auditorium City Map ...... 50'i.. ),(�R ri l�lj"� /'(�I �!il,r( I nl(IN+�Ih�1'_. * I 3 . 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STAFF REPORT To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Janis Steele, Parks and Recreation Services Manager Date: November 4, 2008 Subject: Freedom Park Marketing In today's economic environment, it may be more important than ever before to mention the successes of the City of Palm Desert, as well as to receive positive marketing from as many sources as possible. Staff was contacted by Ms. Kim Rhodes from David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), to provide the following two (attached) articles that either mention or showcase Freedom Park. The first is from the September 2008 issue of CE News for the business of civil engineering. The article is titled "Green Solutions Special Report," Firms focus on sustainable actions and designs. The cover features Freedom Park and there is a photo on page 4. The second is from the October 2008 issue of Landscape Architect and Specifier News. There is an eight page article including photographs and information about Freedom Park. Both pieces are products of DEA marketing Freedom Park for the City. Staff is trying to get enough copies of the issue of Landscape Architect and Specifier News for the City Council Members and Commission. September 2008 NEWS for the business of civil engineering GREEN SOLUTIONS / SPECIAL REPORT Firms focus on sustainable 1111 actions and designs t • . , ,fr .4.. ... , ,1, _ ,... , 7 a . ...4 . 4- •• i-. qff 9$ _ -- s • ik c • -v - - , , -14. • I NI, . ...., . . ^c ar I • • bier.. _ 'kr,. „ , .• , . _...._._ 4• Nr. • t • ft • II 1 I by '.-- , -4 • 41 -.4 • A , '' ' ' . • • ). : ' ri, .".--- 'I , _ 4,44. , 4- 4 ..,4:. tic. t jAve) t:tft .., miliu?'. 47rAit- • ' cprooy , , Iii ‘11 ir , * - . ; , 1 11 I C 4 A" '" ; . i 1?-re; / 4 ,• ar /,‘" • , .1 0: -91)". • L.,. 7 1 1 4... .-._ Sr. - imp _ / i . - 411 011it *. \ _ ,, .fr' i . 4:.. c•-• .t . i. • -./".44......t, ....-_,. .. c • . ,_isrilf , / , lw, , ... , f prot 4 , . . : l • . t . -c— _ II prs.t. t•.. ,t, a , _ . • — i• \ ‘ ____.-- •— _ _ :V AtYt/telIPM-alfai tweiMite , If -4ila...1111.1111Cli, '1 i 4..,- Special Report: Green solutions Firms focus on sustainable actions green___uTloNs and designs By Bob Brake oing green is center stage. A rapidly increasing number of civil engineers • are obtaining Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional certification and companies and gov- ernment entities are touting every environmental goal and achievement. For civil engineering firms w . or public agencies involved with engineering, the green focus has both internal and external dimen- 4 lions. First, they must endeavor to operate green as an employer, property owner/lessee, and fis- • cally responsible business. Second, they must be t .. prepared to advise clients that arc seeking green - solutions to construction challenges. The following "Special Report: Green solu- r tions" addresses both dimensions Dawd Evans ' \ . 1: and Associates shares how it is making susrain- ability part of the firm's bottom line and encour- r* aging employees — or in some cases, following • employees'leads—to adopt green lifestyles. a It is evident that civil engineers are moving to - : ., . the forefront of environmental protection and / - 1•;.c,';A `. sustainability. Construction and development do `"<'_..;. :<r not have to be considered synonymous with envi- /--I ronmental destruction. Green solutions await your - .•• uu '" t.v7 technical expertise and creativity.■ a fib BMW*f.Av 9t.STv2fAle vi,.w.cmnu.vs cum. SPECIAL REPORT p Sustaining business success with green initiatives David Evans and Associates shares experiences in making sustainability part of its bottom line. s� x1t.'I _ ..,-- .Ir v.rg�� _ 9yPsnilHaltnq „s, ,;t,.ao,p L Y i 1 \ r r� is 5 00 a.m. on June 9,2008,and sustainability coordinator, launched a 3n_V'i76,OEir,oifitea:81:::: �„ tin lntsr-0fh,;aa lone cyclist creeps along on the regional LEED study group for the cirri"'ut�thaiwoo.wa•�kam:Deg.Theshoulder of Highway2inNorthern five DEA offces in the Puget Sound `'h'rnpIG4aitstryns2milsdc in o; tr:r.LtEd amploreaa vole maUr. Ito iG6r Idaho.A mixture of ram and snow area For seven weeks,participants used ,i;,y ,wn,nytr,= Bikes •xanmoters 4, tta Portia, pelt her as she makes her way south personal time during their lunch hour to Ns_ottce ate smr.•:,here.the oe•vv a slhte an toward Spokane,Wash. study and share the details of LEED for VI.86 want w 113 erriagee_pere:i>:aiir;,n the Her story begins a month earlier New Construction. thailents That's when Suzanne Pattason, an Pamson,Chung,and Hicks are just employee with David Evans and Asso- a few of the many employee champions crates, Inc (DEA), challenged her co- of sustamabihty efforts within DEA. from employee-dnven initiatives rather workers in Spokane and Coeur d'Alene Leaders in their own right, they per- than management mandates,the execu- to participate in"Bike to Work Week" soiufy the company's freshly minted true leadership also strongly supports As an incentive, she promised that if strategic direction to become leaders in sustainability the employees'cumulative miles for the sustainable resource management and week totaled 166 miles or more, she carbon reduction solutions. 'Setting the stage for sustainability would commute to the Spokane office Like an increasing number of the Several years ago, DENS executive from her home on Schweitzer Moun- firm's public and private chents, DEA leadership klt the need to transinon tam in Sandpoint,Idaho—a round-trip recognizes that the resource-contained from an unnamed effort to a more for- commute of 166 miles. future requires fresh approaches to mal sustainability initiative In 2003,the Angela Chung,LEED AP,a project planning and meeting human needs company adopted a new core purpose manager in DEA's Bellevue, Wash., Consequently, the company has statement focused on improving the office, couldn't wait for the firm to espoused an on-going commitment quality of life and stewardship of the develop a firm-wide LEED training im- to sustainability. While several of the built and natural environment. native.Instead,she and colleague Sarah most successful internal sustainability Next,DEA hued an environmental Hicks,a design engineer and the office programs and client projects have come professional to lead the company's - �,`� - -1 Top right DieWashugtcn Department or Transports . T� lion hired DEA to provide design and construction _ assistance Services(or wetland and stream milga '-- Ilan of Evans Creek,located in King County.Wash t .., ' 1 --v Deo of the team'tasks was to relocate a tributary' , '� e.'Evans Creek from a roadside ditch.The tributary r.T-tici . ""'�3 -^-+'*' "'`7.r. rr{ ` � r now snakes Oilman the wetraid and functions as a ; -- torg'-3,:,x_r , .; •• y.-.. : % i ,', backwater to Ms Creek. r K .ti k , `�1i - �- lit ,,1 Cam'•- �• 1�11 Bottom right DEA provided the landscape arch'. ¢ w;, �':. A __ lecture and civil engineering services tor Radom � r i,•:: -- - Park.located in Palm WSWCold.The park feature: " I ''' - ' ' several scsteinable olanwuts,iuClafin®an irrgauoor system that vas dot:quad and instilled to deliver aelaened water 'I I One key goal of DEAs corporate \ sustainability efforts, therefore, is to . convert this latent interest into pathways -1-' , for individuals to make real and mea- • '.t: ? t 'I ,,it : . •' '''-1 surable improvements in bottom-line y ' .' i ' 1 DEA employees Phil Pickos.Tans Boadmar.,Corey sustainable performance This fosters - 2- . smog N individual involvement and stimulates ,• " y Sdaraler.ar�dJntmintrwdlareaina the DEA umphr{aes who eemreure Cu%rak using en alarm the next wave of creativity. .. - 1 h Oleo tom u• Iri:Gputaaon These consume and - Palatal.Oro.&lee employees Nee se as much as i ` -� Growing Sto day ler riding their bikes towork. Somee grassroots o off DEAs most t popular sus -44 tamability initiatives — such as Pat- machines when noun use.Theemployee sustainability efforts To fully integrate tison's"Bike to Work"challenge—are has helped other offices get the devices sustainability at the strategic level, the organically grown at the office level.In insnllel director of sustainability reports to the another instance, an employee-driven Wherever possible, DEA supports CEO and meets monthly with a corpo- effort in Apnl 2008 challenged others to and nurtures these kiwis of local efforts rate steering committee consisting of the take alternative modes of transportation and in some cases, as with the Puget CEO,the CFO,the director of human to work.Several offices participated and Sound region's LEED training sessions, resources, and other senior executives the cumulative number of days in which the company works to make them firm- and managers.This group is responsible DEA employees took alternative modes wide initiatives for making critical decisions on ample- of transportation during that timeframe The evidence can be seen firm-wide. menung the sustainability program both was 2,616. Employees work with local recycling operationally and financially. Denver employee Tom Girard centers to recycle paper,cardboard,plas- The director of sustainability gtudes wanted more recycling options in his tics,and aluminum.All purchased copy both DEA's internal planning efforts office building. He worked with the and printer paper must contain 100 per- and external actions to reduce the coin- property manager, Westfield Manage- cent recycled content,and offices cannot pany's environmental footprint, as well meet,to address the recycling needs of purchase products that use polystyrene. as efforts to incorporate cutting-edge the entire 12-story building.Together, Nearly 85 percent ofIDEA staff surveyed technologies and approaches resulting they coordinated the fragmented, and in 2008 said they practice double-sided in sustainable solutions for clients.This m some cases non-aastent, recycling photocopying and 75 percent reuse position also oversees the work of office- efforts of the tenants The result was a office paper before recycling it level sustainability committees that more comprehensive recycling program DEA is also committed to using identify and implement actions to meet for the entire building. sustainable alternatives for firm-wide the goals of the steering group. Employees in the Portland, Ore., energy consumption. In 2005, the office conducted several building waste company purchased Green Tags Creating the right conditions audits, which resulted in improving through the Bonneville Environmental Internal surveys conducted in 2003 recycling options and adding compost- Foundation By 2009, 100 percent of and 2008 revealed that an Increasing mg bins in each kitchen.One corporate DERs firm-wide energy use—7 mil- majority of DEA employees regard sus- employee saw another way to reduce hon kilowatt-hours per year—will be tamability as a iv-nutty and important energy use with Wending Misers," a from sustainable,renewable sources.At business driver device to power down office vending that rate,DEA will subsidize renewable www..anowszetn Seotemum 2008 CE NEWS o w SPECIAL REPORT `b DM wet retained le develop 4ab;rat rostoratinn plan. -- green erred 1u the Pon or Potliana hiwr00te Indsauiat°Miler -- . adjacent to the Columbia SdiOh era Smith 3 Bybee 1 j ti•a la2os Natural Area Al the tinw Thu project was oar; 4fy t 1.; i o;the latgau resxraticn-efforts vndevtaker. in tee • f i '.-i.: , yi • . • I mouopolitan ma The c oiect includee cowating / approx;matet{t0O.00 wbisyaratadredgefb reshot'. r -a-• • rig 40..an of vranandnnd riparb4n haRiat,creating tzl,.. •._. . • . a,pOp het of offchamel swarm aM ctpiattuctiiq an tie:-' 8:000-foot agnm,t of meatNndel•oneTrail I. '. }�` DEA also tecogm2es that an mtemal • # t . `' x focu/u not enough.The curds strategic direction emphasizes leadership in the I broader community by partnering with . r agencies, colleagues, non-governmental organizations, and even competitors to • • r ' help meet both public and private client i 1:tl1 ill needs while mincing consumption of • c••• •.- natural resources. For example, Senior Vice President and Southwest Regional tvlanager energy representing an annual savings of transportation mode. For example, Roger Bade helped found the Friends nearly 10 million pounds of greenhouse employees in the Portland, Ore.,office of the West Valley Recreation Cor- gas emissions. can earn as much as$6 a day by biking ndor in Mancopa County, Arm The to and from work. Fnends—a consortium of nearly 1,000 Quantifying sttstaniubk practices volunteers, public- and pnvate-sector Making environmental performance Corporate leadership and clients representatives,and community leaders visible, meaningful, and measurable is DEA's 2003 survey found that 17 —is leading a multi-year effort to trans- another key goaL In fiscal year 2008, percent of its employees had participated form a barren,30-mile floodplam into a DEA added sustatmbihty to its list of on a sustainable project That number multi-use, multi-modal, flood-control desired results along with client satisfac- increased to 50 percent — a 33-per- habitat and recreation comdor. non, employee satisfaction, and profit- cent increase—according to the 2008 The industry's landscape is changing. ability.That means sustauiabi sty is now survey. Clients are moving ahead cautiously linked to the company's bottom line Training and ltnowledge-sharing has in increasingly uncertain times, so the performance and to financial compensa- been an important aspect of increasing 'business-as-usual"approach won't work non for employees. the finn's work on sustainable projects any more. The industry is faced with Part of the sustamabdrty metric All offices are required to support at issues demandingrncreasmglyintegrated required that all its offices have an least one staff training or conference and complex solutions DEA is coin- approved sustainability plan for 2008 event on sustainable development,green mined to helping clients understand, Office su stainability plans include building,sustainable design,or a related anticipate,and navigate that landscape, components such as sustainability coin- topic by the end of the year.Offices are helping them create better solutions that municanons, transportation, resource also encouraged to conduct one in-office can both save money and minimize the conservation, waste prevention and brownbag training session on a sustain- use of non-renewable resources recychng,and external services. ability-related topic each quarter It is a tremendous opportunity for A popular component in each office's the firm to contribute to the health and sustainabihty plan is the commute trip looking to the future restoration of its communities and to reduction program. This incentive DEA is proud of the accomplish- create legacy projects that will benefit program was designed to encourage merits achieved thus far with its sus- generations to come.■ employees to use alternative forms of tamability program, but the fine also transportation—such as walking,bik- recognizes there is still much to do. r---..._. . _ ing, carpooling, or mass transit — for Currently,DEA is setting new strategic I Paul Horton ;s the director of sustain their daily work commutes. Although goals for the sustarnabihty program.The ability for David Evans and Associates. the in m cenes vary from office to office, ultimate goal is to reach a point where I Inc He can be tee hed at 503.223.6663 or most offer financial compensation for sustarnabihty is completely integrated I pvhedeainc.can. each trip taken using an alternative into the fabric of the company. /��/� ..7r(epi,}!C'!'.,`i it,Y-Ii%i11,(d cbbiG[ ip%i-2505e Al�+iGfW by ,.n. ,:antic le. 1 • .• ........Y.sedis.a r`sal' `rivNAPPr- w w w . 1 a n a s cape o n I i niije -coni..N. " , 71...... .s• • . AA •,, ,: 1 / `,:` , -„, D / .... : ,, . .,, ,.. „ ...,.. ..,..... . ,, ii.:. ... E ".•-•.' N Vrt ..• --.\•• '• ARCHITE . ' -• A N D S P E C I F I ER N r. w s 0 , - ,-- .- .. . • INDUSTRY TRADE SI AC•A ZI N E FOR TI IE COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPE SPECIFIER NATIONWIDE! ••••• . A • . . s ' '''' c t c••., , •el . 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Calif ' Design Principal. Chris Giannini, David Evans and Associates, Inc *' y4; n 2001, the city of Palm Desert, Calif requested design r� , assistance from David Evansa_ye I. and Associates, Inc. for a 23- =i,t.. 4: acre park site to give the i •,, T r community sports fields, courts and �'= play areas One design element t. il. '•. i a <; .}, was to communicate and celebrate y; > --x- ' the freedoms U S citizens enjoy c ;, tit i ;"k`: • 11,-`- T 1 N._- Ihe deign team wanted a var:Gy of recreation y 1 opportunities for the conunumry,and that's what they /— ----- delivered.For the adult,the park offers three lighted softball fields.You've seen them out them—people who sin their E' companvs coed softball team and compete in league play. Ilse ladies are cut fora little fun and roc,but the guys V- _ compete as if they're going for the gold and glory,perhaps 1 ; overcompersatmg for that pop fly dropped in Little League — play that lost the game. - - One lighted soccer field lets future World Coppers hone their skills.We predict lots of bruised shin in theca future. I - - - The three lighted basketball _ }�. I. courts offer the next Larry Bird .'YRv ten -: ' hours of shooting practice long / -- after the sun sets over the desert 'II* y _ mountains.Editors note'In my - - school days I'd shoot baskets most ' .. 44, - / I : evenings at a school playground - Whcn the light was gone,I kept -�•^ 1''�� ek1 going,barely making our the rim - s ,y' 't'/ vu some light spillage from li. . 'a Let!. rile Freedom Park building lights.point-being,in my ' '- /// "'r v�'G - welcoming sign was sandblased -youth,outdoor lighted basketball and colored by The Signwotks. courts did not oast.so this is - f..'` * ' pretty cool i 90 Landscape Architect and Specifier News / 7, / j.. - % is I eI 7 1 1 Y , Il ,it- , 5 illI111 111 ] I /� , ar . Pr ll pin _ � i tk : - !fir i ' -10 - _ .._,, _ . 11,. :, lilt_ , -. . Atom The design inspiration for the parks Mini play area is.the.Mayflower, -- --- ', ,). the ship that brought the Pilgrims to Plymouth Rock.Looks like It has run —'-- — - aground and a bit ott course!A fog fountain(Mee industries),designed in the ground plane in front of the ship's how,offers imaginative possibilities—a ship sailing Vnough a New England fog bank,all hands on the lookout for shoals or coastal rock formations,seeking safe battler.The ship play structure is by Little Tikes and Me poured-in place rubber surtacmg by Safeguard. October 2008 91 It's not exactly Huntington Beach volleyball,i.e.,no ocean to - cool oil in.but the pat two lighted sand volleyball courts could be the breeding ground for future Olympians.or maybe just a fun place to hang out with friends and have some laughs while knocking the ball around. The two lighted tennis courts will be kept busy in the evenings. Note to mmce players—The desert heat makes the balls fly further and faster,so have your racket strung tghter! All these Eghted facilities of course optimize usage,but the teabty ' of that intense desert heat nukes evaung and night play essential And speaking of el sd,two play areas have shade canopies and a thud play n �• �� area offal;a cooling fogging system _. v d. Our best friends have,heir own park,a dog pent that is, .:� , . + ." .i r y di segregated into two areas—one for small 1 y breeds and the other for the large canines . - ' ?,.. _, ., Because people everywhere enjoy ' !s `I pun:citiing,there are five gazebos,two with , . '' t , misting starems.There are not one but two _Ltd.. . . I I'�• ', .air ,�,_# resueotnfacibtses,whichIS utexccfbnt ♦�' 'I 1 ,.'r d _: idea.Other amenities include a community - ,'� r. a .c,,1' garden;a covered plaza with tables and irks 'rat ;i• 4 .�";` .4 sen,*� .; i �. `y chain,a small stage area;a concession - _ v t� a n ). reality;a large nonprograttnned turlarea, -� r over a mile of walking paths and a •v.,, ,i•, �I. ..eV- skateboard node. / i 'T � a Below:In 2001,the city of Palm Desert,Can requested design assistance from David Evans and Associates.Inc.for a 23-acre park site that would ;r'�Cy-j+hltl��° j /` .: bring green space and recreational areas to the community,but also Yt' o' e „. '�c, y-' ' ' celebrate the freedoms we enjoy.The final design used patriotic icons and r-:%i' !� ' ` - - I =•-.�- _, colors for this unifying theme. r t -- . _ — _ _ ' ' M - 1t:-. ` .✓ ♦ Y. �v_F .�,t.• H' '-may. -L, fir.•") ��,—may.. + _Pi-a'• ;'9. _'-l£„' - G.CI'_�. _ rt-- 4 --.._=1Q`..4... ai .."42, qV rat, x x t" .,t' • • thin _ �,.,,r-�- . �♦ _ ...Th.. eY.. I J. F f`\ 1‘00„.• • y IP- ..."'s ... '� - tom-J... ( . —,,.,r —' •` t• ` 9- . . I ram ---: ,, ,4 .1 .'~, +"� .�'•'. �. VC. y1i'l ` •-a.s� te ' .• iµ t. ' '_7� / •f .�1 fr• r -'4, c4s' jH_—oe • 4 1"I.-11k.#1t ., i4l.4k 1_:.•, f , . ,p eI ,. .�t'• t i 9� 1 "y f' ti vim• Y r(' . N. Zvy ,, , .. I 14` - i ; ?4- q ,'� • fin ,}six I y i i. r r A • ..) Q Y. `T. I•- a. - t L I I. S f + r.\. • AI �� i /� ! 7 • - j, .I •� •'t y. •I . L ` .• a- rr- ' '.� A x �t . .Gi': I,"S r~•1'r. IS�� -.i ; ►1� - \A .' ( )p M •et '?x / ifirI, v.\ R -- A rfr -R I( t j �� •` , 2 • 4 ' 4. I y�_ +• � t �.:'S * \�: kJ': •. ,. 'I..�+• `� ,), f� RR : 1/• II...I , .r� rr iso '. 1, i. w — - ` lik. �.� Pam-Win' -_ .ems � P 1 r More;Four precast raised-star planters(Qmckcretej in a colonial brick shade with an acid etch finish aro positioned at the pedestrian entrance to the park.The walkway is tined with cercklium Desert Museum'trees with large angular cobble rock underneath The Inset of the planter shows Mediterranean fan palms and Queen Victoria agaves that reduce water consumption and lessen landscaping care. date palms:Residential development oegan in 1943 with the presence ct an Palm Desert --et.... A,,.,,I Army maintenance camp The area was used during YAM!to train hasp and 1 I r I' I tank batta'ans for General George Patton's Thud Army. Palm Desert(pop.4910 Is hi the Ccaehe8 Valey, •=$ Alter the war,IA.developer Clifford Henderson began building his'&eam about 11 roles east of Palm Springs.abouta two ;z1,S agf(HIIli community.'Golf courses and got dubs proliferated.The master planned hour dive southeast from Los Ages.The valley is community of only1.500 residents was Incorporated In 1973. sheltered to the north try me LOB San Bemaroio Mountains.Die Santa Rosa Today,Palm Desert is home to 17 resort Welt'24 golf dubs and t 5 shopping Mountains to the sodh'and the San Jacinto Mountains to the well.Notice the centers arai pima;. snrrr+-tWed mountains that rise from the desert door! Summerhigh temps roads above 1 Tp duyreas and sometime era d r20 Those seeking sights more m Keeping with the natural envro ment veil The igh tote tribe c, b vet100ilta Indians abed the timearea eSe ed appreciate Palm Deserts Living Desert Zoo and Garcons.Naltva plants are de ling aw Cal). rigueur,as annual rainfall is about free looses.And it you want to get away from thoall that's man made,its just steps off the main roads—deserts stretching from Palm Desel d(dn t get its name mil 1951.lit was CM MacDonald Rands until the low desert lands here In the southern eno Of the Coachella Vatei aii the way the 192ts.then called Palm Vslage,a reference to the plantings of numerous up to Joshua Tree National Monument in the northern high desert. a October 2008 93 •\ r n ,�/' t. — 1 -._ ate st ,r t, it _N.IT; � � Sr: iF ,� � I ns l I1 ` sc . ' r • • i . , ~ ( 1� it , Laii_. ,-,. de1-II , e ro" .-11%. *A ._ i , 11 / .1i r �. r u ti .rye `ear � Above:Two of the three play areas Incorporate large shade canopies and separate play areas and equipment(Kempen)for pre-schoolers(egos 2-5)and cirldren secs 5-12 ,, s, t,,,.-`f :,f Thefde-size bronze Life Bronzes and Pedestals . W"y" Y sculptures located at the The niain pedesaiaa entrance to the park presents life-size yq' r main pedestr an entrance bronze sculptures that depict the sstn&es Americans s nneatttrs 1I Ice 1 •'d L _i k sjj to the park depict make for thew country.Further patriotic elements are the bronze ml , t i ,t-„ ,Lr,-.- freedom's ultimate logos representing the U.S a red forces—surrounding the 1 - - . sacrifice.This sculpture bronze sculptures--and the'stars and stripes"designs an the + - 4 I 1 vI - ' shows a mourning mother benches,tables,trash receptacle,specialty tights and raised-star r kneeling and clutching a s planters.There are 10 star-shapedstationed �.-+5t a'`S-\.1 folded tunerican flag.Her around perk perimeter. Each pedestal has a bronze nze plaque '+ , - . I young son holds a toy \\ airplane The bronze with information about rights of U.S.citizens and our history: shadow he casts along Sustainable Elements ib� ,Q the ground is of an armed y� Watcr use n ahvays a concern in the low desert. Al!of the . , -- planter areas,apart from the spars Gelds sport desert plants to - - - — • .� ; l e rr i y conserve water.The plantings are also spaced generously apart to soldier.Bronze logos(right) -,0 I ors ,��- reduce maintenance. The planters in the paitong lot contain only representing the US.armed f4. a `&4: \2� ;f aces—no shrubs—to reduce water consumption.Decomposed forces surround the bronze >,! , - t: . ' _3 granite gravel and rock cobble are used throughout the pads to aid sculptures,with star-shaped i r- s w in maintainingmoisture in the native sot.Wasteful run-off to lights installed In a circle In L .�l ter i c f I may. ?y,, - v :2c• paved areas of die park was reduced through the use of smaller the paving around tha , e, _ e, ,v:- sculptures.The ivhito pavers S,ee s ~'• t41" +.11 I spray Beads**cent to paved areas m the park are flecked with a blue - .,^rE5 OS' . ',,T,{ �' ei, The park is using potable water for its irrigation needs,but glass finish. �'-' the rrngaton system was designed andinstalled to deliver reclaimed water in the haute The bell field area of the park 94 Landscape Architect and Specifier News (Continued on page 90 OW Left:The three lighted basketball courts give youth and adults.the opportunity to display their b•ball skills.The older - athletes will appreciate the cushioning t rt • i and gap of the slip-resistant sport • L ' 1 - surfacing applied to the lop of the t 's • s ;' ♦ r Y concrete courts.The lighting(Delta ''t.. ..� _ s zL_I••.,_ • . a. Lighting)is essential for Palm Springs court play. eciall for the older,less esp Y re��::q fit athletes disinclined to run and gun in _ _ • l r 7iT1� tog plus temperatures. _ - - -- -. - ` \ a•c'k„,f Right:Decomposed granite gravel and rock cobble throughout the park "•;b I aiI�� s• help maintain moisture in the landscape,increase plant spacing and _� '1- s - reduced water consumption hi non sportfield areas,Acacia smattii trees _ -. 1, -+ and Hesperaioe parvdiora(red yucca)complement the landscape. - -�V+c 1- • '_ - airY<-- fi Freedom Park(mrunnudfwn page 949 .,x �,Y J w setves as a detention basin for high-Bow periods.Two small basins ram- �o y` are deep enough to handle the daily and low-water Bows that • °n ' `e jr.yg 4v,> enter the park from adjacent housing developments.The basins P; l ' - allow the water to recharge the ground table rather than being piped direcdy into the norm drain s stem b'�' -, h. J .��il.r: T .: 'J !1 - V About David Evans and Assoolates, Inc. Back in the m d-1970s David Evans,a 30 soothes g engineer ��."‘���� and surveyor with a comfortable Job,felt his career was nursing N' some important press—like freedom,vision and fun! ►��•� In April 1976,Mt Evans,'with only a cakulawr,a door for a desk,a couple of clients andventured forth on P J3� high hopes," y ; ,a,+ Y net own and founded David Evans and Act. „ Inc (DEA) • i' Hrs beyse!was of he gave people the freedom and support to Ill s - pursue then aanei6ons.he would attract great People.And great ' people rwuld do green work v+fiscln wotntd atraa mots great diets. Ir � Thin decades later,DEA has grown into a national leader It r — — _ m sustainable design and management solutions in the areas of 3 �E�l transportation,energy.water resources,land development design :; t —. _, _ end_planning.The frnn's landscape architects have created award-tinning designs and master pans for parks and trails, t _— - - .5''- , - residential and commercial development and environmental • — —-- — ' restoration projects. ,• - The company is consistently ranked among Engineering News Remrd's Top 100 Pure Design firms hi the U.S;DEA bas Id r e? "/ x� .-% ,.,"2 w'-. an employee stock ownership program,generous benefits and 'f .`<_. .„'w 7'r .v.t. a" '!:'.rfJ,,4' c'E (3` `:. compensation.CE News ranks DEA as,one of the'Best w�' -* ,;;t!#»r sri - `.f Engineering Finns to Work Foes 96 landscape Architect and Specifier News (Continued on page 98) 1 _ _ _ . 4. I __ , li ti I I , . f t r— I • n� p"" Id r-1 ;lur-a.ll : (�'' t + I I Ill: , icatll —I II I I ! - IN. i I` k-. - � ' eis r .. k nliurgdfnm nosy 96) rxiti'1c r I I , I Above:l Palm Springs.t e three most important amenities are air-conditioning, \j , '''� ;'-,;, i I swlmmin at anyone is swimming)and shade.The Freedom Park design `• - ~tS: ' - -':w _ .-, otters ample shade-areas and covered spaces(fabric shade systems by Shade . - Structures)to ward oft the Intense desert sun.The patriotic tables and benches (Uulckuete)let adults watch the playground action in comfort. Left The colorful half-star paving pattern uses mixed concrete pavers(Ackerstone).The ?<�. �` white pavers an site have embedded blue glass.Fan Tex ash,Convolvulus,chrysactinla __ _ --^ and Eremophila are the flora. Y. 4 iihhis I. c. �� § �� _ 1 !,-,=sm. i _ a • I Above and Right Freedom Park's 'stars and stripes" _,;� • y ,•-y design elements carry over to the benches,tables, - --- .. _.a . 4 rti trash receptacles,specialty lights and raised-star e ` ,k 7-a--� shaped planters. tt _ 9S Utndneape Architect and Specifier News (Continued on page 100) rir.7:tri,mitt, . 10.. v. . ,. ... , :.;:st- ...,!,..4..„, ..,:- , tl � 11 is iI ,. f ,A�� rM �lp �:1` T4.: �4bL , f . . I I .. �. rf? w S •�I l l '� f 1 T. �Y ' I� • • .:.� t r •. +Sti r✓ r 4. a 4.* . , •2 . l c. r �✓Y i�' ,� 1•\ \c-liii yip I \ I + ..,t -- 3' w' <N `'�I r�b� -.r- I� _, C", -- ----- 1' ' ra. • Ila • n•. : , ,;� -, .,-- r `• •2. . a. Above and Left Throughout the park,among the boulders, ^i c _ _ decomposed granite and bordering these two age-segregated play .\ + . . , areas,aro heat-loving,water-wise plants like aloe vera and red bird of ' ; _.., paradise.Such choices help attune local residents to the types of ii ;.` ..2\,t,y 1 0 A:arik ,plants appropriate for their own desert landscapes. \• ' r - t. . ///", ,,l • •Freedom Park/ronnnurdrronl page 98) - _ ()Vela a Bar ei - The Palm Desert Visitor Center had SO cacti N i .' stolen in one night.Golden barrels are theA -r. _ 4 5. A_•y most targeted,as they have Shallow roots-'T.'a•7 Va Y':��-ar; \41 Palm Ceseft offich's report recent loss ofyI'�,CZ =,' .\: ,, -• about$20,000worhoflandscapingplantsL� „ - • '. The train theft is 0l golden banal tact.Mith • sell for$1fx3•$8C0 depending on their girth. Atom:Ten precast concrete star•shaped pedestals(Qulckerete)with The proNem is so prevalent mat suneilance cameras ale t ng ewplc ed near bronze plaques detailing different aspects of American history,such as Large corcentratians of barrel cacti in the City landscaping.Local antdcities may the first Flag Act of 1777 or lyrics to the Star Spangled Banner,are even implant microchips into the barrels to track the dty property. positioned around the park's perimeter. M 100 Landscape Architect and Specifier News CITY OF PALM DESERT att, PARKS AND RECREATION nsoAt' "��• INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Jay Niemczak, Parks Facilities Manager Date: November 4, 2008 Subject: Playground Surface Repair at Washington Charter School The playground at Washington Charter School is scheduled for replacement in the 2009-10 fiscal year, as part of the five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for replacing and renovating playgrounds. However, the required surfacing under the playground is in need of immediate repair. Parks Staff has met with school officials, and have identified Thanksgiving break (2008) as the ideal time to make the repairs. Staff received quotes to have this work performed. TJ Jenka Construction was selected as they provided the lowest bid and will have repair crews available at that time. Attached are pictures of the areas in need of repair. G\DevServices\Janis Steele\Word Files\Commission\Updates\2008\November 4\Washington Charter Playground(3).doc ,4„...:.:;,,, - Fil AMP ....'•• rose i 11411111.11".. • 1 • 4 ,14........„3, . A IN..• -,',,. -; • _ . . . im. - , • . .. . . • ._ . . -.,. ' . ' •' ..o . .1.: ' . .'.. •r-. , . -• . - .. • . , ' ,,,••-; n•I 0, - i......: ,0 :.,... '..... ,..'• '• __. •.-4` .. - • • • ..1 '•,- • ' - "-`• :1•1•1 .“4- X‘' ..,' -.. •..-; i . • , ...:....,.,,,- • i...: ' WHOM Mill I I s 4# ... di •ior. .1. Z. 1. . • . . • • . . . •. 1 n" . '',,' • ...'41; . • ' . • • - ' 0, '.., ' I 1, ; ,.. .4,..', . . '.' • •• • . . . . • • . �' - CITY OF PALM DESERT : PARKS AND RECREATION •'S�4 'Ar 94r9 3so..;f INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM N.To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Jay Niemczak, Parks Facilities Manager Date: November 4, 2008 Subject: Repairs at the Civic Center Skate Park Staff has identified areas that need repair at the Palm Desert Skate Park. Several locations on the floor in both the large and small skate park have been chipped and could present a tripping hazard. The concrete caps on the small block walls have deteriorated and could also be a hazard to users. City Parks Staff in conjunction with the Coachella Valley Recreation and Park District (CVRPD) Staff recently scheduled the repair of concrete areas in the skate park. The date was selected in order to incur the least amount of disruption to operation of the park. CVRPD posted the closure of the park, and on October 8, 2008, the necessary repairs were made. Attached are pictures of the areas that were repaired. G\DevServices\Janis Steele\Word Files\Commission\Updates\2008\Nov 4\Repairs at Skate Park(4)doc � A ` „�!�- � ` ,.