HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-07-12 CAC Regular Meeting Agenda PacketCULTURAL ARTS COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA
Wednesday
July 12, 2023
AGENDA
City Hall, Administrative Conference Room
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
9:00 a.m.
Regular Meeting
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 2449, this meeting may be conducted by teleconference.
• To participate via Zoom, use the following link: https://palmdesert.zoom.us/m/82341417829 or
call (213) 338-8477, Zoom Meeting ID: 823 4141 7829.
• Written public comment may also be submitted to mlomeli(o),palmdesert.gov. Emails received
by 5:00 p.m. one day prior to the meeting will be distributed to the Committee. Any
correspondence received during or after the meeting will be distributed to the Committee as
soon as practicable and retained for the official record. Emails will not be read aloud except
as an ADA accommodation.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. ELECTION OF THE CULTURAL ARTS COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON AND VICE
CHAIRPERSON
4. PRESENTATIONS
A. PALM DESERT CIVIC ACADEMY - OCTOBER 2023
5. NON -AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT: This time has been set aside for the public to address
the Cultural Arts Committee on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes.
Because the Brown Act does not allow the Committee to act on items not listed on the agenda,
members may briefly respond or refer the matter to staff for a report and recommendation at
a future meeting.
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6. CONSENT CALENDAR: All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine
and may be approved by one motion. The public may comment on any items on the Consent
Agenda within the three -minute time limit. Individual items may be removed by Committee
Members for a separate discussion.
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Cultural Arts Committee Regular Meeting minutes of
June 14, 2023.
7. ACTION CALENDAR
A. APPROVAL OF THE REPLACEMENT OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL CABINET ARTWORK
SUN CRAWLERS BY ARTIST JOHN CUEVAS
RECOMMENDATION: Approve replacement of artwork Sun Crawlers by artist John
Cuevas on a traffic signal cabinet in a location to be determined.
B. SELECTION OF A THEME FOR THE 2024 STUDENT ART AND ESSAY CONTEST
AND APPROVE INTEGRATING THE STUDENT ART WRAP COMPETITION
RECOMMENDATION: Select a theme for the 2024 Student Art and Essay Contest and
approve integrating the Student Art Wrap Competition.
8. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & COMMENTS
A. PLANNING COMMISSION LIAISON
B. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION LIAISON
C. CULTURAL ARTS COMMITTEE MEMBERS
D. CITY COUNCIL LIAISON
E. CITY STAFF
1. Informational Update on Sunburst Roundabout
2. City Clerk Update
F. ATTENDANCE REPORT
9. ADJOURNMENT: The Regular Meeting of August 9, 2023, has been cancelled. The next
meeting will be held on September 13, 2023, at 9:00 a.m.
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the
foregoing agenda for the Cultural Arts Committee was posted on the City Hall bulletin board
and City website not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting.
/s/ Monique Lomeli, CMC
Recording Secretary
PUBLIC NOTICES
Agenda Related Materials: Pursuant to Government Code §54957.5(b)(2) the designated
office for inspection of records in connection with this meeting is the City Clerk's Office, Civic
Center, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. Staff reports for all agenda items and
documents provided to a majority of the legislative bodies are available for public inspection
at City Hall and on the City's website at www.palmdesert.gov.
Americans with Disabilities Act: It is the intention of the City of Palm Desert to comply with
the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all respects. If, as an attendee or a participant at
this meeting, or in meetings on a regular basis, you will need special assistance beyond what
is normally provided, the city will attempt to accommodate you in every reasonable manner.
Please contact the Office of the City Clerk, (760) 346-0611, at least 48 hours prior to the
meeting to inform us of your needs and to determine if accommodation is feasible.
Remote Location: Pursuant to traditional Brown Act teleconferencing requirements, the
teleconference location must be listed on the agenda and be accessible to the public.
Committee Member Flint may participate remotely from M3 San Rafael, Conia La Salina,
Rosarito Beach, Baja 22710.
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PALM DESERT CULTURAL ARTS COMMITTEE MEETING
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Item 6A — Approval of Minutes
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Cultural Arts Committee Regular Meeting minutes of
June 14, 2023.
This item will be provided on Monday, July 10, 2023.
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EXPERIENCE THE CITY FROM A TO Z (ART TO ZONING)
Palm Desert's Civic Academy is a free and
interactive way for community members to
get first-hand knowledge on our city
government's many civic processes and daily
functions.
This dynamic multi -week program will give
an insider's view of the City and its functions
through hands-on demonstrations,
presentations, and tours.
The Academy will give participants the
opportunity to grow in their leadership skills,
analyze issues using data, connect with
decision -makers, and learn how they can
make a difference in our community.
More information about the Palm Desert
Civic Academy, including eligibility
requirements, can be found at
palmdesert.gov/CivicAcademy_.
Apply Today
Apply online at palmdesert.gov/CivicAcademy_.
Applications will be accepted through September
20th, 2023.
Stay Connected
For questions or updates about this program,
email Ryland Penta at rpenta@palmdesert.gov
Class schedule
Citizen's Academy is held on five
consecutive Monday evenings,
from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Light food
will be provided.
October 2:
City Manager, City Clerk,
Homelessness & Disaster
Management
October 9:
Finance, Tourism, Marketing, &
Communications
October 16:
Economic Development,
Affordable Housing, &
Development Services
October 23:
Public Art, Parks & Recreation,
Environmental Programs, & Events
October 30:
Public Works, Capital Projects, &
Public Safety
PALM DESERT
Presentation A-1
PALM DESERT CIVIC ACADEMY APPLICATION
General Information
Palm Desert's Civic Academy is a new and interactive way for members of our community to get first-hand
knowledge on the many civic processes and daily functions of our City government.
This dynamic multi -week program will give participants an insider's view of the City and its functions through
hands-on demonstrations, presentations, and tours. The curriculum is designed to encourage Palm Desert's
community stakeholders to better understand their government, provide methods for getting involved, and
equip participants to share their ideas and issues effectively.
The Academy will give participants the opportunity to grow in their leadership skills, analyze issues using
data, connect with decision -makers, and learn how they can make a difference in our community.
Eligibility
• Must be a Palm Desert resident, business owner/employee, or student age 18+
o Priority will be given to Palm Desert residents who are registered to vote in Palm Desert.
• Must NOT be running for, or currently serving in, a political office
• Must be willing to commit to attendance of five sessions (can miss one session and still receive a
certificate of completion)
o Sessions are held Wednesday evenings (provide program date range here)
o Most sessions are held in Council Chambers, although some may be held offsite at various
City locations (schedule to be determined).
o Graduates will be recognized at a future City Council Meeting following completion of the
Academy.
o All participants must sign and follow a Civics Academy Code of Conduct.
If you have questions about Palm Desert's Civic Academy, please contact Ryland Penta,
Communications Analyst for the City of Palm Desert, at 760-776-6318 or rpenta@palmdesert.gov
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City
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QUESTIONNAIRE
Please take a moment to answer a few questions regarding the Civic Academy:
1. Why do you want to apply to the Palm Desert Civic Academy?
2. In your opinion, what are the most important issues facing the City of Palm Desert?
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3. What would you like to learn about in this program?
4. Are you interested in joining an appointed body at the City, such as a Committee or Commission?
If so, which one?
S. Use this space to provide any additional information or statements.
CERTIFICATION. AUTHORIZATION
1 certify that all statements made in this application are true and complete.
Applicant's Signature Date
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STAFF REPORT
CITY OF PALM DESERT
CULTURAL ARTS COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: July 12, 2023
SUBMITTED BY: Erica Powell, Management Analyst
REQUEST: APPROVE REPLACEMENT OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL CABINET
ARTWORK SUN CRAWLERS BY ARTIST JOHN CUEVAS
Recommendation
Approve replacement of artwork Sun Crawlers by artist John Cuevas on a traffic
signal cabinet in a location to be determined.
Discussion
At its meeting of January 11, 2018, the Art in Public Places (AIPP) Commission
approved artist John Cuevas to paint Sun Crawlers on two adjacent traffic signal
cabinets at the northwest corner of Fred Waring Drive and Cook Street. In late 2019,
both traffic signal cabinets were destroyed in a traffic accident and had to be replaced.
Since that time, the cabinets were damaged again which required additional
replacement.
Staff has suggested vinyl wrapping the last several traffic signal cabinets with public art
given the ease of replacing the art if the cabinets become damaged or require
replacement, as they often do every few years. As such, staff requested that Mr.
Cuevas submit a digital design of Sun Crawlers for review by the Committee.
Additionally, given that the previous location is a busy area that is prone to traffic
collisions and has required the cabinets to be replaced twice in the last few years, staff
is recommending that the artwork be placed in one of the following locations that still
has high visibility and is less prone to collisions:
1. Northwest corner of Cook Street and Frank Sinatra Drive
2. Northeast corner of Cook Street and Hovley Lane
3. Southwest corner of Highway 111 and El Paseo (East end)
The Committee can also recommend placement in the previous location if they so
choose.
Fiscal Analysis
Staff estimates the total cost of the project not to exceed $4,000 which will include the
artist fee of $500 and between $2,000-$3,500 for preparation of cabinets and vinyl wrap
printing and application. Funds are available in the FY 2022/2023 Public Art Budget.
Attachments
1. Digital artwork file of Sun Crawlers by John Cuevas
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STAFF REPORT
CITY OF PALM DESERT
CULTURAL ARTS COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: July 12, 2023
PREPARED BY: Debbie Thompson, Administrative Assistant
Erica Powell, Management Analyst
REQUEST: Select a theme for the 2024 Student Art and Essay Contest and
approve integrating the Student Art Wrap Competition
Recommendation
Select a theme for the 2024 Student Art and Essay Contest and approve integrating the
Student Art Wrap Competition.
Discussion
The 37th Annual Student Art and Essay Contest provides an opportunity for all Palm
Desert students, K-12, to participate by submitting classroom murals, individual
artworks, and essays for display in the Palm Desert Community Gallery at City Hall.
Each year the Cultural Arts Committee is asked to choose a theme for the Student Art
and Essay Contest. While the committee is welcome to choose any theme they'd like, to
get the discussion started, staff is proposing the following:
• When I see a piece of trash...
• Palm Desert would be better if...
• My first journey on a train.
• How can I help my neighborhood?
Staff will begin reaching out to Palm Desert schools as soon as a theme is approved,
and staff will work with each school to encourage participation. All entries will be due at
the end of December and will be displayed in the Palm Desert Community Gallery from
February 12 through March 22, 2024. An award ceremony will be held in the Council
Chamber on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.
At its February 8, 2023, meeting the Cultural Arts Committee approved a Student Art
Wrap Competition and staff is recommending to combine the wrap competition with the
Student Art and Essay Contest. Winners of the "Best of Show" and "Mayor's Award"
would have their art vinyl wrapped onto traffic signal cabinets, SCE utility boxes, and/or
water bottle fillers. Possible locations of vinyl art wraps will return to the Cultural Arts
Committee in March 2024 for suggested placement and approval.
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Fiscal Analysis
Estimated costs for the vinyl art wraps is $6,000 and funding for this has been included
in FY 23/24 Public Art budget.
Attachment
• Past Student Art and Essay Contest themes
• School Project Art Wrap 23/24 Staff Report
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STUDENT ART & ESSAY CONTEST
PAST YEARS' TITLES
Year
Theme
1985
Palm Desert Through Children's Eyes
1986
Palm Desert Through Children's Eyes
1988*
The U.S. Constitution Through Your Eyes
1989
Art in Our City Parks
1990
Recycling in the 90s — How Palm Desert Makes it Easier
1991
Palm Desert — By The Young at Art
1992
The Active Life in Palm Desert — 1992
1993
Shake, Rattle or Ready?
1994
Palm Desert — The Next 20 Years
1995
Desert Animals and Their Habitats
1996
America Today and Tomorrow
1997
If I Could Design Public Art
1998
My Favorite Place In Palm Desert
1999
Community Services — How Can I/We Help Our Community?
2000
1 Believe The Most Important Event, Person, or Invention of
the Millennium Was....
2001
If I Were on the Palm Desert City Council, I Would.....
2002
Palm Desert, My All American City
2003
Palm Desert Fun Is....
2004
Flora and Fauna of the Desert
2005
A Day in the Park
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2006
If I Could Design With Recycled Materials, It Would Be...
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2007
If I Could Create an Artwork for El Paseo, It Would Be...
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2008
Solar Energy
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2009
How Would I Change the World?
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2010
Palm Desert: Past, Present, Future
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2011
Trees: Roots for Life
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2012
My Hopes and Dreams for Palm Desert in 20 Years
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2013
American Idols: Who is Your Role Model?
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2014
What I Want To Be...
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2015
Palm Desert Through My Eyes
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2016
My Favorite Landmark
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2017
When the School Bell Rings
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2018
Surrounded by Nature
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2019
A Special Memory
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2020
This Makes Me Smile
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2022
50 Years of Palm Desert — Where Did We Come From?
*This contest was held in November 1985 and 1986; however, in November
1987, it was determined that it should be held in the spring of each year instead
of the fall/winter
months. No contest was held in 1987. No contest was held in
2021
due to the
COVID-19 pandemic.
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STAFF REPORT
CITY OF PALM DESERT
CULTURAL ARTS COMMITTEE
MEETING DATE: February 8, 2023
SUBMITTED BY: Erica Powell, Management Analyst
REQUEST: REQUEST FOR DIRECTION ON 2023/2024 STUDENT ART
WRAP COMPETITION
Recommendation
Provide staff with direction on a student art competition to vinyl wrap artworks on select
traffic signal cabinets, SCE utility boxes, and/or park water bottle fillers throughout Palm
Desert.
Discussion
Staff is proposing an artwork competition within Palm Desert schools, grades K through
12, wherein students would submit artwork for vinyl wrap on select traffic signal
cabinets, SCE utility boxes, and/or park water bottle fillers at locations to be determined
throughout the city. The competition would be broken down in three (3) categories:
Elementary, middle school and high school. The competition could be theme based and
held annually or biannually.
Staff would present locations to the Cultural Arts Committee and submissions would be
reviewed to select winners, whose artworks would be vinyl wrapped for up to two (2) to
three (3) years or more. If the Cultural Arts Committee recommends this project, staff
will bring forward a detailed request for direction in FY 2023/2024.
Fiscal Analysis
Estimated costs for three utility art wraps is $6,000. If the Cultural Arts Committee
recommends this project, staff will include funding in the FY 2023/2024 Public Art
budget.
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