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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
8:30 a.m.
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 2449, this meeting will be conducted as a hybrid meeting and there will be
in-person access to this location.
To participate via Zoom, use the following link: https://palmdesert.zoom.us/j/87682882429 or
call (213) 338-8477, Zoom Meeting ID: 876 8288 2429
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Written public comment may also be submitted to cityclerk@palmdesert.gov. E-mails
received by 8:00 a.m. 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.
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1.CALL TO ORDER
2.ROLL CALL
3.NONAGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS
This time has been set aside for the public to address the Parks and Recreation
Committee on issues that are not on the agenda for up to three minutes.
Speakers may utilize one of the three options listed on the first page of the
agenda. Because the Brown Act does not allow the Parks and Recreation
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.
4.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
the Parks and Recreation Committee for a separate discussion.
RECOMMENDATION:
To approve the consent calendar as presented.
4.a APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Minutes of April 2, 2024.
5.CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER
6.ACTION CALENDAR
The public may comment on individual Action Items within the three-minute time
limit. Speakers may utilize one of the three options listed on the first page of the
agenda.
6.a Addition of KPI Scoring / “Park Maintenance Evaluations” to Monthly Park
Reports
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RECOMMENDATION:
Discuss and provide feedback to staff regarding the addition of KPI scoring
“Park Maintenance Evaluations” to the monthly parks report.
7.INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & COMMENTS
7.a UPDATES FROM PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
7.a.1 Palm Desert Aquatic Center 11
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file this report.
7.a.2 First Tee - Coachella Valley 17
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file the report.
7.a.3 Friends of the Desert Mountains 23
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file this report.
7.a.4 Palm Desert Library 27
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file this report.
7.a.5 Friends of the Library
7.b UPDATES FROM EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS
7.b.1 Family YMCA of the Desert 31
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file the report.
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7.b.2 Desert Recreation District 35
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file this report.
7.c PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEMBERS
7.c.1 Cahuilla Hills Park 41
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file the report.
7.c.2 Ironwood Park 45
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file the report.
7.d CITY COUNCIL LIAISON
7.e CITY STAFF
7.e.1 Public Art Update – Student Art & Essay Winners and Aquatic Center
Art
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RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file the report.
7.f ATTENDANCE REPORT
8.ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 4, 2024.
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9.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
Office of the City Clerk, Palm Desert Civic Center, 73-510 Fred Waring Drive,
Palm Desert. Staff reports for all agenda items considered in open session, 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.
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California
that the foregoing agenda for the Parks and Recreation Committee was posted
on the City Hall bulletin board and City website not less than 72 hours prior to
the meeting.
/S/ Monique Lomeli
Senior Deputy Clerk
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
April 2, 2024, 8:30 a.m.
Present: Committee Member Gerald Dawson, Committee Member Lori
Flint, Committee Member Randy Guyer, Committee Member Paul
Murphy, Committee Member David O'Donnell, Committee
Member Ralph Perry, Chair Gregg Akkerman
Absent:
Staff Present:
Vice Chair John Maldonado
City Manager Todd Hileman, Assistant City Manager Chris
Escobedo, Community Services Manager Shawn Muir, Project
Manager Kevin Swartz, Recording Secretary Monique Lomeli
1. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Committee was called to order by Chair
Akkerman on April 2, 2024, in the Administrative Conference Room, City Hall, located at
73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California.
2. ROLL CALL
3. NONAGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by: Committee Member Dawson
Seconded by: Committee Member Murphy
Motion Carried (7 to 0)
4.a APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by: Committee Member Dawson
Seconded by: Committee Member Murphy
Approve the Minutes of March 5, 2024.
Motion Carried (7 to 0)
5. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER
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None.
6. ACTION CALENDAR
7. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & COMMENTS
7.a UPDATES FROM PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
7.a.1 Palm Desert Aquatic Center
Aquatics Manager David Keyes provided a summary of upcoming
recreational swim programming and events.
Receive and file the report.
7.a.2 First Tee Coachella Valley
Executive Director Kyle Nguyen provided information regarding upcoming
golf events and fundraisers and responded to Committee inquiries.
Receive and file the report.
7.a.3 Friends of the Desert Mountains
Executive Director Tammy Martin reported an increase of traffic in the
designated parking areas and responded to Committee inquiries.
7.a.4 Palm Desert Library
Deputy Director Jennifer Hernandez provided information regarding recent
activities and upcoming Palm Desert Library events.
Receive and file the report.
7.a.5 Friends of the Library
President Karen Gonzalez reported on the success of online library sales
and provided information regarding the transition of library services.
7.b UPDATES FROM EXOFFICIO MEMBERS
7.b.1 Family YMCA of the Desert
Ex-Officio Member Paula Simmonds reported that the Family YMCA of the
Desert has hired an Applied Behavioral Analyst to assist with meeting the
needs of neurodivergent participants and will be working to develop
related staff training.
7.b.2 Desert Recreation District
Ex-Officio Member Kevin Kalman provided an update on the Desert
Recreation Renovation Project and reported an expected completion date
of November 7, 2024.
7.c PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEMBERS
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Outgoing Committee Member Jerry Dawson shared comments regarding his
experience on the Committee and expressed gratitude to City staff. A copy of
Committee Member Dawson's comments is included with the supplemental
agenda materials.
7.d CITY COUNCIL LIAISON
City Council Liaison Councilmember Trubee reported his attendance of the
Mechanics Bank grand opening where the Family YMCA of the Desert and the
First Tee of Coachella Valley were each awarded $20,000; commented on the
transition of library services to a city-operated library; and commended
Committee Member Dawson for 25 years of service on the Parks and Recreation
Committee.
7.e CITY STAFF
In response to Committee inquiries Community Services Manager Shawn Muir
provided information regarding initiatives to create a new local bike trail and the
potential for a bike cross button in the area of Shadow Mountain Drive and
Highway 74.
7.f ATTENDANCE REPORT
Report provided; no action taken on this item.
8. ADJOURNMENT
The Parks and Recreation Committee adjourned at 9:10 a.m.
9. PUBLIC NOTICES
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Monique Lomeli, Senior Deputy Clerk
Recording Secretary
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Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
Secretary
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DATE APPROVED BY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2024
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
REQUEST: DISCUSSION TO ADD KPI SCORING “PARK MAINTENANCE
EVALUATIONS” TO THE MONTHLY PARKS REPORT
RECOMMENDATION:
Consideration to add KPI scoring “Park Maintenance Evaluations” to the monthly parks report.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
Each month, committee members are responsible to submit their assigned monthly parks report.
Currently, each committee member writes a summary of their park visit and attaches photos.
Staff is requesting to add KPI scoring where each committee member would score the park
according to set factors for an overall rating. For the KPI, staff would report the percentage of
parks that received a score of 80 percent or higher.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact associated with this item.
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2024
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
REQUEST: PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER MONTHLY REPORT
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file this report.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
This report is submitted by the Palm Desert Aquatic Center to the Parks and Recreation
Committee for their monthly update. There is no action required from the Committee.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact associated with this item.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. PDAC Monthly Report
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2024
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
REQUEST: FIRST TEE MONTHLY REPORT
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file the report.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
This report is submitted by the First Tee to the Parks and Recreation Committee for their monthly
update. There is no action required from the Committee.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. First Tee Monthly Report
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The Golf Center at Palm Desert
February – March 2024 2023
Range/Rental/Lessons $132,468 $112,033
Golf Revenue $ 76,758 $ 70,639
Merchandise/F&B $ 11,377 $ 15,932
Total $220,603 $198,604
The facility has been experiencing significant growth on a month-over-month
basis, thanks to the successful implementation of several programs.
Weekly beginner clinics have witnessed a 6% increase in participation, while
weekly intermediate clinics have seen a substantial increase of 22%.
The adult fundamental clinics have maintained consistent participation rates,
and the LGBT clinics have also maintained their popularity with a steady
number of participants.
Additionally, the facility is planning a renovation to improve its infrastructure.
The management has received two bids for the proposed renovation work,
and they are currently awaiting approval from the DRD Board.
If the proposal is approved, the renovation work is projected to commence
on May 20th.
The renovation will enhance visitors' experience through better amenities
and a new enhanced practice area.
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2024
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
REQUEST: FRIENDS OF THE DESERT MOUNTAINS MONTHLY REPORT
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file this report.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
This report is submitted by the Friends of the Desert Mountains to the Parks and Recreation
Committee for their monthly update. There is no action required from the Committee.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact associated with this item.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Friends of the Desert Mountains Monthly Report
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Programs in the City of Palm Desert (03/15/24 – 04/15/24)
Category Event Title Location
# of
Events Attendance
Guided Hike Randall Henderson Trail Hike Randall Henderson Parking Lot 3 49
Guided Hike Birding Walk-About Desert Willow Desert Willow Golf Resort Parking Lot 4 40
Guided Hike Birding Walk-About Visitor Center Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains
National Monument Visitor Center
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Event Yoga with A Ranger Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains
National Monument Visitor Center
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Volunteer
Only
Brown Bag- Front Yard Revolution Friends of the Desert Mountains
Conference Room
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Lecture Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains
National Monument: A Living Laboratory
Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains
National Monument Visitor Center
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Guided Hike Ed Hastey Garden Walk Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains
National Monument Visitor Center
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Guided Hike Wildflower Nature Walks Randall Henderson Parking Lot 6 121
Guided Hike Wildflower Nature Walks La Quinta Cove Trail 4 26
Event Star Party in the Monument Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains
National Monument Visitor Center
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Upcoming May Events
Date Event Title Location
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05/18/24 Night Sky Viewing Stars and Planets Art Smith Trailhead Parking Lot
05/18/24 Monument Night Adventures Art Smith Trailhead Parking Lot
05/02, 05/09 Yoga with A Ranger
Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains
National Monument Visitor Center
05/04, 05/25 Star Party at the Monument
Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains
National Monument Visitor Center
Reservations Required go to DesertMountains.org/calendar or call 760-862-9984
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2024
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
REQUEST: PALM DESERT LIBRARY MONTHLY REPORT
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file this report.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
This report is submitted by the Palm Desert Library to the Parks and Recreation Committee for
their monthly update. There is no action required from the Committee.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. PD Library Monthly Report
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Palm Desert Library
73-300 Fred Waring Dr. Palm Desert, CA 92260
Phone: 760.346.6552
April, 2024
Library Visits 8678
Hours Open 252
Reference Questions 3142
Circulation Totals 3862
Meeting Rm Use/Attendance 392
Volunteers 32
Volunteer Hours 514
Self-Directed Activities Participants 220
Preschool & School Aged Programs Attendance 801
Adult Programming Attendance 190
Programming: Knot Just Knitters, Chinese Mah Jong open play, Adult Book Club, Storytime, Tween
Book Club, Craft Corner, Crafternoon,
Special Events: Dia de los Niño’s - 305
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2024
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
REQUEST: YMCA MONTHLY REPORT
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file the report.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
This report is submitted by the YMCA to the Parks and Recreation Committee for their monthly
update. There is no action required from the Committee.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. YMCA Monthly Report
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2024
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
REQUEST: DESERT RECREATION MONTHLY REPORT
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file this report.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
This report is submitted by the DRD to the Parks and Recreation Committee for their monthly
update. There is no action required from the Committee.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. DRD Monthly Report
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Date: May 1, 2024
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To: City of Palm Desert Parks and Recreation
Commission
From: Brenda Nutcher, Community Services
Coordinator
Subject: Numbers reflective for April 1 through
April 30, 2024
Palm Desert Community Center
0 members utilized the gymnasium and fitness
center facilities.
0 additional gym and fitness center users paid the
daily walk-in fee.
230 people registered for classes, camps, and
special programs.
265 children are registered in Our After School and
ASES programs.
15 additional people paid to participate in classes
on a drop-in basis.
214 Desert Willow Resident Cards issued.
6 Fitness Center Passes issued.
Palm Desert Parks
279 park reservations.
1691 hours of rental use
Palm Desert Skate Park
1 skate park memberships sold.
122 skaters used the park.
114 bikers used the park.
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Palm Desert Community Center
The First Golf Scramble was a success. We had 42
people enrolled. The weather was perfect, and
everyone enjoyed themselves. We are hoping to grow
the event next year.
We are currently working with DSUSD to offer
summer school at the Ronal Reagan Elementary
School for a 5-week program this summer.
We are now offering different community camping
trips, Outdoor Climbing, and hikes with our Outdoor
Adventure specialist. Check the website for new and
exciting adventures.
Our adaptive and soccer programs are going
strong. With summer approaching we are finding
challenges looking for indoor space.
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2024
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
REQUEST: CHAIR AKKERMAN’S MONTHLY PARKS REPORT – CAHUILLA HILLS
PARK
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file the report.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
This report is submitted by Chair Akkerman to the Parks and Recreation Committee for their
monthly update. There is no action required from the Committee.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact associated with this item.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Cahuilla Hills Park Report
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2024
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
REQUEST: COMMITTEE MEMBER GUYER’S MONTHLY PARKS REPORT –
IRONWOOD PARK
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file the report.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
This report is submitted by Committee Member Guyer to the Parks and Recreation Committee
for their monthly update. There is no action required from the Committee.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact associated with this item.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Parks Report
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Ironwood Park
Randy Guyer
4/22/24
General Landscaping was in great condition. Mature trees are
well cared for.
Playground equipment was in in good condition and very busy on
a Monday morning.
Bathroom was clean after the weekend usage. Sink faucet in
restroom was not working but toilet was flushing.
Water faucet at the playground was not functioning.
Users of the playground tell me the city has been very responsive
with cleaning of the coyote droppings in the playground. They
Also commented on a person doing dog training at the park with
dogs off leash that concerned them. There was interest in some
kind of a small water feature for kids since the park is used year
round. They also said the kids even like to play on the bridge.
Some signs are bleached out and could be replaced, especially on
the trails. Might have an opportunity to make a ‘botanical trail’
with QR code and description of the some of the native plants on
the trail.
City might consider some signage for the ‘natural trail’ adjoining
the greenspace park.
Seems to have become more of a destination park rather than
neighborhood park, since 9 vehicles and two work trucks were
parked.
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2024
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
REQUEST: PUBLIC ART UPDATE – STUDENT ART ESSAY WINNERS (WATER
STATION WRAPS), AND AQUATIC CENTER ART
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive and file the report.
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
This report is submitted by the Public Art Division to the Parks and Recreation Committee for an
update on the student art essay winners (water station wraps) at Civic Center Park, and
additional public art (swimmers) at the Aquatic Center. There is no action required from the
Committee.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact associated with this item.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Public Art PowerPoint Presentation
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Public Art
Update
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Projects
•Student Art and Essay Contest Winners: Vinyl Art
Wraps on Water Stations in Civic Center Park
•Installation in May 2024
•Palm Desert Aquatic Center: Public Art Benches
•Installation in May 2024
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Student Art & Essay Contest Winners
Civic Center Park Water Stations
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Palm Desert Aquatic Center
Public Art: Artist, Paul Hobson
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Four (4) benches
Four (4) designs
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Thank you
Erica Powell
(760) 776-6346
epowell@palmdesert.gov
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