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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC RES 2010-77RECORDING REQUESTED BY, AND WHEN RECORDED, MAIL TO: City Clerk's Office City of Palm Desert 73-510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260-2578 FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT - NO FEE - 6103 OF THE GOVT. CODE 1)1 Page DA SIZE NCOR 2016-0341034 08/10/2016 10:31 AM Fee: $ 0.00 Page 1 of 5 Recorded in Official Records County of Riverside Peter Aldana Assessor -County Clerk -Recorder IIIIVISERMP1111111 R A Exam: PCOR Misc Long RFD 1st Pg Adtl Pgl Cert SMF :NCH ,'f: RESOLUTION NO. 2010-77 Approving Landmark Designation City of Palm Desert a Municipal Corporation "Owner" Palm Desert Community Center (Palm Desert Community Library) Located at 45-480 Portola Avenue, Palm Desert APN 625-132-044 and 625-132-043 (CRPC 10-03) Approved by the Palm Desert City Council on October 14, 2010 (Title of Document) CC RESOLUTION NO. 2010-7 7 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT APPROVING LANDMARK DESIGNATION FOR THE PALM DESERT COMMUNITY CENTER (PALM DESERT COMMUNITY LIBRARY), LOCATED AT 45-480 PORTOLA AVENUE, AS A LOCAL HISTORIC LANDMARK WHEREAS, on September 28, 2010, the Cultural Resource Preservation Committee conducted a public hearing to consider initiation of Landmark Designation of the Palm Desert Community Center (Palm Desert Community Library) located at 45-480 Portola Avenue, Assessor's Parcel Nos. 625-132-044 and 625-132-043, as a historic landmark pursuant to Section 29.40 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code; and WHEREAS, the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee has considered all of the evidence submitted into the administrative record which includes, but not limited to: 1. Agenda reports were prepared by the Department of Building and Safety. 2. Staff presentation at the meeting held on September 28, 2010 before the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee. 3. The City of Palm Desert, Cultural Resources Ordinance No. 1168, and all other applicable regulations and codes. 4. Public comments, both written and oral, received and/or submitted at or prior to the meeting, supporting and/or opposing the applicant's request. 5. Testimony and/or comments from the applicant and its representatives submitted to the City in both written and oral form at or prior to the meeting. 6. All related documents received and/or submitted at or prior to the meeting. WHEREAS, based on the forgoing evidence, the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee finds that: 1. A request for Landmark Designation for the Palm Desert Community Center (Palm Desert Community Library) located at 45-480 Portola Avenue, was made on September 13, 2010, to designate the Palm Desert Community Center. 2. Notice of the September 28, 2010, Cultural Resources Preservation Committee meeting was posted in the Desert Sun and at City Hall. 3. Notice of the September 28, 2010 Cultural Resources Preservation Committee was provided to the affected property owner as shown on the latest Riverside County assessment role. Owner was notified by telephone and by first class mail. 4. Notice of the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee meeting included the notice requirements set forth in Califomia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). WHEREAS, based on the Cultural Resources Ordinance 1168, the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee concludes the following: 1. Palm Deserts' character and history are reflected in its cultural, historical, and architectural heritage, and 2. Palm Deserts' historical foundations should be preserved as living parts of the community life and development in order to foster an understanding of the City's past so that future generations may have a genuine opportunity to appreciate, enjoy, and understand Palm Deserts' heritage, and 3. The Cultural Resources Preservation Committee has reviewed this site and determined it to be historically significant and could contribute to the economic and cultural revival of the City. Resolution No. 2010-77 Page 2 of 4 WHEREAS, in view of all the evidence and based on the forgoing designation criterion, the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee concludes as follows: The Palm Desert Community Center (Palm Desert Community Library) located at 45- 480 Portola Avenue, meets the following designation criterion as contained in the City's Cultural Resources Ordinance, and is hereby worthy of preservation and designation as a Local Historic Landmark. F. Reflects distinctive examples of community planning or significant development patterns, including those associated with different eras of settlement and growth, agriculture, or transportation. The building located at 45-480 Portola Avenue is significant as the first Community Library in the City of Palm Desert. The building was constructed in 1962 on land donated by Randall and Cyria Henderson. In January 1950 the Palm Valley Chamber of Commerce wrote to the Riverside Public Library requesting a branch library. When that effort did not succeed a few pioneering homeowners, retired physician Dr. Edward Ruge and Dr. Martin Baker from Palm Desert began the quest for a town library. They discovered that the county would provide books and a part-time librarian if space and equipment were made available. In 1954, Cyria Henderson was elected president of the Palm Desert Women's Club and pledged funding assistance if Dr. Ruge would lease a suitable site. A site was found at the Larspur Lane Patio at a cost of fifty dollars a month for rental and incidental expenses such as shelving. Dr. Ruge and friends built the shelves a desk and painted and papered the little rental room. The library had an initial circulation of 645 books a month in early 1956. In 1956, Randall and Cyria Henderson both sharing a deep interest in the cultural life of the community offered to donate a large site on Portola Avenue for the construction of a community hall -library, with the stipulation that it always remain, in perpetuity, as a site for community activities. It wasn't until December 1957 that the Riverside Public Library began to pay for the rent on the Palm Desert Branch. The small room soon became insufficient for library purposes and became evident that a larger facility was needed. Gertrude Keedy was elected to chair the Library Committee upon the resignation of Dr. Ruge. In the spring of 1958 Gertrude Keedy called a meeting to name an architect for a community hall -library building to be built on the donated Portola site. On June 28, 1958, after a legal process to develop a non-profit organization the "Palm Desert Community Library Association Inc." was created and elected Phil Franklin, president; Edna Henderson, vice-president; Ben Arnold, secretary; and Marge Brown, ()I 4 Resolution No. 2010-77 Page 3 of 4 treasurer. Mary Ellsworth, Gertrude Keedy, James Griffin, Carl Henderson and Randall Henderson were directors. In February 1958, John Outcault was selected to design the library building on the site donated by Randall and Cyria Henderson. The Palm Desert Community Library Association tried on two different occasions to create a library district to fund the construction of the library; however the opposition was too great to overcome. It was suggested by Mr. Richard C. Kite that the library be financed by a bank loan obtained through subscriptions. In May of 1962 John Outcault presented the Association with the completed architectural plans. The library board immediately took the historic step of adopting the Kite recommendation and authorized a loan to construct the building. The funding was obtained with the signatures of guarantors (responsible citizens of the community) , as requested by the bank. Twelve people responded, they were Bob Waters, Marge Brown, Harry Cannon, Carl Henderson, Clifford Henderson, Carl Jensen, Richard Kite, Hal Kapp, John Moon, John Outcault, Ted Smith, and Ed Welcome. The note was for $40,000 was made, at 6% interest, payable in ten years. Carl Henderson was named chairman of the building committee. The corporation held a public groundbreaking on May 11, 1962, and ten months later, March 23, 1963, the Palm Desert Community Library was dedicated. In October 1970, John Outcault was given formal authorization to design a wing to the east of the original structure. Cyria Henderson was a generous contributor with both gifts and loans to finance construction of the annex named in honor of her deceased husband Randall Henderson. On November 4, 1972 ground breaking took place and on October 5, 1974 a day of dedication took place for the "Randall Henderson Memorial Wing" of the Palm Desert Public Library. Upon completion of the new east wing, and with all debts paid, the corporation decided it was time for the community, not just the few residents, to become responsible for the library. In March 1977 a resolution was passed authorizing to transfer the deed of the Palm Desert Library building to the City of Palm Desert. The Palm Desert Community Library closed its doors at 45-480 Portola and the facility was reopened as an element of a new library at the College of the Desert on April 22, 1996. The Portola facility continues as a multiple use building dedicated to community non-profit services. Resolution No. 2010-77 Page 4of4 NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT DOES HEREBY DESIGNATE PALM DESERT COMMUNITY CENTER (PALM DESERT COMMUNITY LIBRARY), LOCATED AT 45-480 PORTOLA AVENUE, AS A LOCAL HISTORIC LANDMARK PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California at its regular meeting held this 14th day of October , 2010, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: BENSON, FERGUSON, KROONEN, SPIEGEL, and FINERTY NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE CIhTDY FINER, MAYOR <3 ATTEST: RACHELLE D. KLASSEKI, CITY CLERK CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA EACH DOCUMENT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE IS ATTACHED. IS CERTIFIED TO BE A FULL. TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL ON FILE AND ON RECORD 1 MY OFFICE. Dated: E D. KLASSEN, City Clerk ert, Califorry 1'a1w 4 c,t 4 RESOLUTION NO. 2010-77 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT APPROVING LANDMARK DESIGNATION FOR THE PALM DESERT COMMUNITY CENTER (PALM DESERT COMMUNITY LIBRARY), LOCATED AT 45-480 PORTOLA AVENUE, AS A LOCAL HISTORIC LANDMARK WHEREAS, on September 28, 2010, the Cultural Resource Preservation Committee conducted a public hearing to consider initiation of Landmark Designation of the Palm Desert Community Center (Palm Desert Community Library) located at 45-480 Portola Avenue, Assessor's Parcel Nos. 625-132-044 and 625-132-043, as a historic landmark pursuant to Section 29.40 of the Palm Desert Municipal Code; and WHEREAS, the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee has considered all of the evidence submitted into the administrative record which includes, but not limited to: 1. Agenda reports were prepared by the Department of Building and Safety. 2. Staff presentation at the meeting held on September 28, 2010 before the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee. 3. The City of Palm Desert, Cultural Resources Ordinance No. 1168, and all other applicable regulations and codes. 4. Public comments, both written and oral, received and/or submitted at or prior to the meeting, supporting and/or opposing the applicant's request. 5. Testimony and/or comments from the applicant and its representatives submitted to the City in both written and oral form at or prior to the meeting. 6. All related documents received and/or submitted at or prior to the meeting. WHEREAS, based on the forgoing evidence, the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee finds that: 1. A request for Landmark Designation for the Palm Desert Community Center (Palm Desert Community Library) located at 45-480 Portola Avenue, was made on September 13, 2010, to designate the Palm Desert Community Center. 2. Notice of the September 28, 2010, Cultural Resources Preservation Committee meeting was posted in the Desert Sun and at City Hall. 3. Notice of the September 28, 2010 Cultural Resources Preservation Committee was provided to the affected property owner as shown on the latest Riverside County assessment role. Owner was notified by telephone and by first class mail. 4. Notice of the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee meeting included the notice requirements set forth in Califomia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). WHEREAS, based on the Cultural Resources Ordinance 1168, the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee concludes the following: 1. Palm Deserts' character and history are reflected in its cultural, historical, and architectural heritage, and 2. Palm Deserts' historical foundations should be preserved as living parts of the community life and development in order to foster an understanding of the City's past so that future generations may have a genuine opportunity to appreciate, enjoy, and understand Palm Deserts' heritage, and 3. The Cultural Resources Preservation Committee has reviewed this site and determined it to be historically significant and could contribute to the economic and cultural revival of the City. Resolution No. 2010-77 Page 2 of 4 WHEREAS, in view of all the evidence and based on the forgoing designation criterion, the Cultural Resources Preservation Committee concludes as follows: The Palm Desert Community Center (Palm Desert Community Library) located at 45- 480 Portola Avenue, meets the following designation criterion as contained in the City's Cultural Resources Ordinance, and is hereby worthy of preservation and designation as a Local Historic Landmark. F. Reflects distinctive examples of community planning or significant development patterns, including those associated with different eras of settlement and growth, agriculture, or transportation. The building located at 45-480 Portola Avenue is significant as the first Community Library in the City of Palm Desert. The building was constructed in 1962 on land donated by Randall and Cyria Henderson. In January 1950 the Palm Valley Chamber of Commerce wrote to the Riverside Public Library requesting a branch library. When that effort did not succeed a few pioneering homeowners, retired physician Dr. Edward Ruge and Dr. Martin Baker from Palm Desert began the quest for a town library. They discovered that the county would provide books and a part-time librarian if space and equipment were made available. In 1954, Cyria Henderson was elected president of the Palm Desert Women's Club and pledged funding assistance if Dr. Ruge would lease a suitable site. A site was found at the Larspur Lane Patio at a cost of fifty dollars a month for rental and incidental expenses such as shelving. Dr. Ruge and friends built the shelves a desk and painted and papered the little rental room. The library had an initial circulation of 645 books a month in early 1956. In 1956, Randall and Cyria Henderson both sharing a deep interest in the cultural life of the community offered to donate a large site on Portola Avenue for the construction of a community hall -library, with the stipulation that it always remain, in perpetuity, as a site for community activities. It wasn't until December 1957 that the Riverside Public Library began to pay for the rent on the Palm Desert Branch. The small room soon became insufficient for library purposes and became evident that a larger facility was needed. Gertrude Keedy was elected to chair the Library Committee upon the resignation of Dr. Ruge. In the spring of 1958 Gertrude Keedy called a meeting to name an architect for a community hall -library building to be built on the donated Portola site. On June 28, 1958, after a legal process to develop a non-profit organization the "Palm Desert Community Library Association Inc." was created and elected Phil Franklin, president; Edna Henderson, vice-president; Ben Arnold, secretary; and Marge Brown, F'dgt- 2 of 4 Resolution No. 2010-77 Page 3 of 4 treasurer. Mary Ellsworth, Gertrude Keedy, James Griffin, Carl Henderson and Randall Henderson were directors. In February 1958, John Outcault was selected to design the library building on the site donated by Randall and Cyria Henderson. The Palm Desert Community Library Association tried on two different occasions to create a library district to fund the construction of the library; however the opposition was too great to overcome. It was suggested by Mr. Richard C. Kite that the library be financed by a bank loan obtained through subscriptions. In May of 1962 John Outcault presented the Association with the completed architectural plans. The library board immediately took the historic step of adopting the Kite recommendation and authorized a loan to construct the building. The funding was obtained with the signatures of guarantors (responsible citizens of the community) , as requested by the bank. Twelve people responded, they were Bob Waters, Marge Brown, Harry Cannon, Carl Henderson, Clifford Henderson, Carl Jensen, Richard Kite, Hal Kapp, John Moon, John Outcault, Ted Smith, and Ed Welcome. The note was for $40,000 was made, at 6% interest, payable in ten years. Carl Henderson was named chairman of the building committee. The corporation held a public groundbreaking on May 11, 1962, and ten months later, March 23, 1963, the Palm Desert Community Library was dedicated. In October 1970, John Outcault was given formal authorization to design a wing to the east of the original structure. Cyria Henderson was a generous contributor with both gifts and loans to finance construction of the annex named in honor of her deceased husband Randall Henderson. On November 4, 1972 ground breaking took place and on October 5, 1974 a day of dedication took place for the "Randall Henderson Memorial Wing" of the Palm Desert Public Library. Upon completion of the new east wing, and with all debts paid, the corporation decided it was time for the community, not just the few residents, to become responsible for the library. In March 1977 a resolution was passed authorizing to transfer the deed of the Palm Desert Library building to the City of Palm Desert. The Palm Desert Community Library closed its doors at 45-480 Portola and the facility was reopened as an element of a new library at the College of the Desert on April 22, 1996. The Portola facility continues as a multiple use building dedicated to community non-profit services. Resolution No. 2010-77 Page 4 of 4 NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT DOES HEREBY DESIGNATE PALM DESERT COMMUNITY CENTER (PALM DESERT COMMUNITY LIBRARY), LOCATED AT 45-480 PORTOLA AVENUE, AS A LOCAL HISTORIC LANDMARK PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Palm Desert, California at its regular meeting held this 14th day of October , 2010, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: BENSON, FERGUSON, KROONEN, SPIEGEL, and FIN.ERTY NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ATTEST: Air_eitfottov. - RA HELLE D. KLASSE , CITY CLERK CITY OF PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA CII4DY FINER 1,, MAYOR (J Pige4 ,t 4