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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
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.
4.a APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Minutes of February 4, 2025.
5.CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER
6.ACTION CALENDAR
None.
7.INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & COMMENTS
7.a UPDATES FROM PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
7.a.1 Palm Desert Aquatic Center 11
7.a.2 First Tee - Coachella Valley 15
7.a.3 Friends of the Desert Mountains 21
7.b UPDATES FROM EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS
7.b.1 Family YMCA of the Desert 25
7.b.2 Desert Recreation District 29
7.c PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEMBERS
7.d CITY COUNCIL LIAISON
7.e CITY STAFF
7.e.1 Update on Designing Park Playgrounds
7.e.2 Updates on Parks Reports and Schedules
7.e.3 Update on Trails Subcommittee
7.e.4 City Clerk Presentation
7.f ATTENDANCE REPORT 35
8.ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting will be held on April 1, 2025, at 8:30 a.m.
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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, CMC
Senior Deputy Clerk
Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting
March 4, 2025
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
February 4, 2025, 8:30 a.m.
Present: Committee Member Randy Guyer, Committee Member Rob
Langford, Committee Member Paul Murphy, Committee Member
David O'Donnell, Committee Member Tim Skogen, Vice Chair
Ralph Perry, and Chair John Maldonado
Staff Present: 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
Maldonado on February 4, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. in the Administrative Conference Room,
City Hall, located at 73-510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, California.
2. ROLL CALL
3. NONAGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS
Paul Murphy, resident, expressed concerns regarding the Palm Desert Aquatic Center.
Susan Ware, resident, provided comments regarding the inconvenience of the lighting
at Cahuilla Hills Park during hours the park is not in use.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
To approve the consent calendar as presented.
4.a APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by: Committee Member O'Donnell
Seconded by: Committee Member Murphy
Approve the Minutes of January 7, 2025.
Motion Carried (7 to 0)
5. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER
None.
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6. ACTION CALENDAR
6.a BUFORD CRITES DEDICATION BENCH
Community Services Manager Muir presented a staff report and responded to
Committee Member inquiries.
Tammy Martin, Director of Friends of Desert Mountains, responded to Committee
inquiries regarding the history of Buford Crites.
Motion by: Committee Member Guyer
Seconded by: Vice Chair Perry
Approve placement of a bench in dedication to former City Councilmember and
trail advocate, Buford Crites, amending the name on the plaque inscription to
read:
“Pups at Chapel Hill Road
In memory of Buford Crites”
Motion Carried (7 to 0)
6.b DISCUSS THE UPDATED CONCEPTUAL PLAN FOR THE NORTH PALM
DESERT COMMUNITY PARK
Gianno Feoli, Interwest Consultant, narrated a PowerPoint presentation and
responded to Committee Member inquiries.
Motion by: Vice Chair Perry
Seconded by: Committee Member O'Donnell
Recommend that the City Council approve the updated conceptual plan for the
North Palm Desert Community Park with the condition that the design consultant
provide an alternative option for the proposed plan. This alternative should
include:
• Limited lighting on the sports field to accommodate evening use, ensuring
minimal impact on the surrounding area and maintaining the park’s
aesthetic.
• A reconfiguration of the playground and activity areas, swapping their
locations to optimize the space for both children and recreational activities.
Motion Carried (7 to 0)
6.c DISCUSS THE PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER YEAR 2 FEE INCREASE
Community Services Manager Muir and Liberty Urban of Urban Consulting
narrated a PowerPoint presentation and responded to Committee Member
inquiries.
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In response to an inquiry, Assistant City Manager Escobedo provided a brief
explanation of the YMCA’s management agreement amendment for the Palm
Desert Aquatic Center.
Motion by: Vice Chair Perry
Seconded by: Committee Member Guyer
Recommend that the City Council approve the alternate Year 2 increase in
admission fees for the Palm Desert Aquatic Center.
Motion Carried (7 to 0)
7. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & COMMENTS
7.a UPDATES FROM PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
7.a.1 Palm Desert Aquatic Center
Palm Desert Aquatic Manager, David Keyes, provided a report and
responded to Committee Member inquiries.
7.a.2 First Tee Coachella Valley
Desert Recreation General Manager, Kevin Kalman, provided a report and
responded to Committee Member inquiries.
7.a.3 Friends of the Desert Mountains
Friends of the Desert Mountains Executive Director, Tammy Martin,
provided a report, distributed flyers regarding upcoming events (included
in the supplemental agenda materials); expressed concerns regarding the
illegal trails created by members of the local biking community; and
responded to Committee Member inquiries.
7.a.4 Palm Desert Library
Per Staff's request, this item was removed from the agenda.
7.a.5 Friends of the Library
Per Staff's request, this item was removed from the agenda.
7.b UPDATES FROM EXOFFICIO MEMBERS
7.b.1 Family YMCA of the Desert
A written report was included in the agenda packet.
7.b.2 Desert Recreation District
Desert Recreation District General Manager, Kevin Kalman, provided a
report and distributed a flyer (included in the supplemental agenda
materials) regarding an upcoming event.
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Desert Recreation District Community Relations Director, Brenda Nutcher,
provided information regarding an upcoming health fair and open house
event.
7.c PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Committee Member O'Donnell requested that the Committee be included in the
design process of walking and biking trails.
7.d CITY COUNCIL LIAISON
None.
7.e CITY STAFF
Project Manager Swartz reported the following updates:
• Replacement sand for the volleyball courts will be included in the
proposed budget.
• In response to public input regarding safety, the City will be moving
forward with installing fencing to enclose the playgrounds at City parks,
beginning with Joe Mann Park.
7.f ATTENDANCE REPORT
Report provided; no action taken on this item.
8. ADJOURNMENT
The Parks and Recreation Committee adjourned at 10:31 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: March 4, 2025
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
SUBJECT: PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER MONTHLY UPDATE
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. Palm Desert Aquatic Center Monthly Report
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: March 4, 2025
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
SUBJECT: FIRST TEE AND THE GOLF CENTER AT PALM DESERT MONTHLY
REPORT
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
This report is submitted by the First Tee and the Golf Center at Palm Desert 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. First Tee Monthly Report
2. The Golf Center at Palm Desert Monthly Report
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The Golf Center at Palm Desert
February 2025
December/January 2024 / 25 2023 / 24
Range/Rental/Lesson $179,422 $150,462
Golf Course $ 64,152 $ 55,553
Merchandise/F&B $ 8,629 $ 9,669
Total $252,203 $215,684
Golf Course Update:
Our facility renovations are truly paying off, creating more opportunities
for golfers on busy days and during our First Tee classes. With our
range revenue soaring from $137,056 to $165,020—a remarkable 20%
increase—we're seeing our hard work come to fruition. While the
number of golf rounds remains stable (3,118 in 2023/2024 and 3,133 in
2024/2025), the rise in fees has brought us an additional $8,599. As we
enter our peak months of February and March, we’re excited for the
growth ahead. To support this momentum, we've embraced the
opportunity to add another day of golf clinics on Tuesdays, welcoming
both beginners and intermediate golfers to join us on this journey.
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: March 4, 2025
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
SUBJECT: FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MONTHLY REPORT
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
This report is submitted by the Friends of the Library 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 Library Monthly Report
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February Events
Date Category Event # of Participants City
2/1/2025 BLM Lecture Monument in your back yard 21 Palm Desert
2/1/2025 Event Star Party at the Monument 74 Palm Desert
2/2/2025 Guided Hikes Randall Henderson Trail - Partial Trail 10 Palm Desert
2/2/2025 Guided Hikes Randall Henderson Trail 11 Palm Desert
2/5/2025 Guided Hikes Birding Walk-About, Desert Willow 9 Palm Desert
2/6/2025 BLM Event Yoga with a Ranger 11 Palm Desert
2/7/2025 Guided Hikes Birding Walk-About, Desert Willow 19 Palm Desert
2/7/2025 Guided Hikes Ed Hastey Garden Walk 8 Palm Desert
2/8/2025 Volunteer Only New Volunteer Orientation 9 Palm Desert
2/9/2025 Guided Hikes Randall Henderson Trail - Partial Trail 11 Palm Desert
2/9/2025 Guided Hikes Randall Henderson Trail 15 Palm Desert
2//10/2025 Guided Hikes Birding Walk-About, Visitor Center 16 Palm Desert
2/13/2025 BLM Event Yoga with a Ranger 9 Palm Desert
2/14/2025 Guided Hikes Ed Hastey Garden Walk 9 Palm Desert
2/16/2025 Guided Hikes Randall Henderson Trail - Partial Trail 12 Palm Desert
2/16/2025 Guided Hikes Randall Henderson Trail 5 Palm Desert
2/18/2025 Guided Hikes Birding Walk-About, Desert Willow 12 Palm Desert
2/21/2025 Guided Hikes Ed Hastey Garden Walk 9 Palm Desert
2/21/2025 Guided Hikes Birding Walk-About, Desert Willow 19 Palm Desert
2/22/2025 Event 2025 Wildflower Trail Run/Walk 63 Palm Desert
2/23/2025 Guided Hikes Randall Henderson Trail - Partial Trail 19 Palm Desert
2/24/2025 Guided Hikes Birding Walk-About, Visitor Center 20 Palm Desert
Upcoming
events
3/1/2025 Guided Hikes Wildflower Walks Palm Desert
3/1/2025 Event The CV Wildflower Festival Palm Desert
3/4/2025 Guided Hikes Birding Walk-About, Desert Willow Palm Desert
3/6/2025 BLM Event Yoga with a Ranger Palm Desert
3/8/2025 Volunteer Only New Volunteer Orientation Palm Desert
3/9/2025 Guided Hikes Randall Henderson Trail - Partial Trail Palm Desert
3/9/2025 Guided Hikes Randall Henderson Trail Palm Desert
3/9/2025 Guided Hikes Ed Hastey Garden Walk Palm Desert
3/10/2025 Volunteer Only Volunteer Appreciation Palm Desert
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
CITY OF PALM DESERT
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: March 4, 2025
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
SUBJECT: YMCA MONTHLY UPDATE
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 financial 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: March 4, 2025
PREPARED BY: Kevin Swartz, Project Manager
SUBJECT: DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT MONTHLY UPDATE
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:
This report is submitted by the Desert Recreation District 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. DRD Monthly Report
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Date: February 25, 2025
To: City of Palm Desert Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Brenda Nutcher, Community Services Coordinator 2
Subject: Numbers reflective February 1 through February 24, 2025
Palm Desert February:
Memberships Sold
Fitness Pass 299
Desert Willow 146
Skate Park 8
Adaptive 1
Activity Totals
Afterschool 234
Basketball Training Zone 5
Ballroom Dance 10
Belly Dancing 8
Beginning Ballet 10
Beginning Guitar 9
Chair Yoga 4
Dance, Play & Pretend 16
Gentle Yoga for the active adult 5
Introduction to Tai Chi 8
K9 Nose Work Advanced 4
K9 Nose Work Beginner 5
Line Dance 22
Municipal Softball League 60
Parent & Me Soccer 14
Pickleball Clinics 35
Pickleball Private Lessons 2
Soccer Clinic 5
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Tai Chi for your Health 9
Volleyball 7
Youth Tennis Advanced 9
Youth Tennis Beginner 16
Drop-In Class Participation
Belly Dance 3
K9 Scents 4
Line Dance 22
Pickleball 28
Ballroom Dance 9
Volleyball 1
Shape Up with Sharon 9
Tai Chi 11
Yoga 9
Daily Drop Ins for Center 510
Facility Rentals
Amphitheater 2
Football Field 19
Multi-Purpose room 7
Pavilion/Outdoor Area 16
Tennis/Pickleball Courts 50
Softball Field 169
Soccer Field 92
Adaptive February
February Program Participation
Adaptive Basketball 64
Adaptive Bocci 12
Adaptive Golf 12
Adaptive Pickleball 20
Adaptive Tennis 16
Adaptive Walk, Roll and Run 20
Adaptive Powerhouse 2
Outdoor Adventure February:
Hiking 15
Camping 101 5
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Year 2025 2025 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024 2024
Month Feb Jan Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug July June May Apr Mar Feb Jan
Day 4 7 3 5 1 20 4 4 7 2 5 6 9
Guyer, Randy P P P E - P P - P P P P P P 0 1
Langford, Rob P P P P - P P - 0 0
Maldonado, John P P P P - P P - P P E P P P 0 1
Murphy, Paul P P P P - P P - P P P P P P 0 0
O'Donnell, David P P P P - P E - P P P P P P 0 1
Perry, Ralph P P P P - P P - P A P P E P 1 1
Skogen, Tim P P P P - P P - 0 0
P Present
P Remote
A Absent
E Excused
-No Meeting
Resigned/Not Yet Appointed
Palm Desert Municipal Code 2.34.010
Monthly: Three unexcused absences from regular meetings in any twelve-month period shall constitute an automatic resignation of members holding office
on boards that meet monthly.
Please contact the Recording Secretary to discuss any attendance concerns.
Total Absences
Unexcused Excused
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