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TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
TO BE HELD AT
TEMECULA CITY HALL
MONDAY, MAY 10, 1999
7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER:
FLAG SALUTE:
ROLL CALL:
PRESENTATIONS:
Chairman Tom Edwards
Commissioner Meyler
Henz, Meyler, Miller, Nimeshein, Edwards
Ralph Brownell, Make A Difference Day Coordinator
City of Temecula
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
A total of 15 minutes is provided so members of the public can address the
Commissioners on items that are not listed on the Agenda. Speakers are limited to
three (3) minutes each. If you desire to speak to the Commissioners about an item
not listed on the Agenda, a green "Request to Speak" form should be filled out and
filed with the Commission Secretary.
When you are called to speak, please come forward and state your name and
address.
For all other agenda items, a "Request to Speak" form must be filed with the
Community Services Commission Secretary before the item is addressed by the
Commission. There is a three (3) minute time limit for individual speakers.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
All matters listed under Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and all will be
enacted by one roll call vote. There will be no discussion of these items unless
members of the Commission request specific items be removed from the Consent
Calendar for separate action.
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COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION May 10, 1999
DIVISION REPORTS
COMMISSION BUSINESS
Aporoval of the Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:
1.1 Approve the minutes of the April 12, 1999 Community Services
Commission meeting.
Arts Council of Temecula Valley ProQram Prooosal
RECOMMENDATION:
2.1 That the Community Services Commission receive and file a
presentation by the Arts Council of Temecula Valley regarding the
Arts Council activities and services.
Annual Springtime Make A Difference Day Event
RECOMMENDATION:
3.1 That the Community Services Commission receive and file a report on
the Annual Springtime Make A Difference Day event held on
Saturday, April 24, 1999.
COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR'S REPORT
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSIONER REPORTS
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COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION May 10, 1999
ADJOURNMENT
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Community Services Commission will
be held on Monday, June 14, 1999, 7:00 P.M., at Temecula City Hall, 43200
Business Park Drive, Temecula, California.
A special meeting of the Community Services Commission will be held on
Tuesday, June 15, 1999, 6:00 P.M., at Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park
Drive, Temecula, California.
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ITEM NO. I
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MONDAY, APRIL 12, 1999
A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Community Services Commission was held
on Monday, April 12, 1999, 7:00 P.M. at the Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park
Drive, Temecula, California. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Tom
Edwards. Commissioner Henz led the flag salute.
PRESENT: 5
COMMISSIONERS:
Henz, Meyler, Miller,
Nimeshein, Edwards
ABSENT:
0 COMMISSIONERS: None
Also present were Director Herman Parker, Deputy Director Phyllis Ruse, Development
Services Administrator Todd Holmes, Recreation Superintendent Julie Pelletier, Kevin
Harrington, Maintenance Superintendent, and Administrative Secretary Gall Ziglet.
PRESENTATIONS
A certificate of appreciation was presented to the following individuals for their
community service:
Heather Vollmuth, Teen Volunteer
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
DIVISION REPORTS
Maintenance Superintendent Kevin Harrington reported the Maintenance Division staff
completed the following during the month of March:
Refurbish gym floor using in-house staff
Installed area lights at Temecula Elementary School
Repainted multi-purpose room and installed chair rails at the Temecula
Community Center
Installed new nets at Pala Community Park
Confirmed the measurements of the tennis court striping at Pala Community Park
Installed new mow curbs at the rose memorial at Rancho Califomia Sports Park
Began maintenance of new landscape medians at Margarita and Highway 79
South
Development Services Administrator Todd Holmes reported the following:
Utility relocation and rain has held up the construction progress on the Margarita
Sidewalk Construction Project
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The Duck Pond Construction project is progressing on schedule. The contractor
will be grading the pond bottom to make it stable. The street and parking lot will
be paved in the next week provided there is no rain. Once the paving is
complete, the landscaping will be installed.
The construction of Temeku Hills Park should begin next week. 105-day
construction period is anticipated.
Reviewing plans for the Butterfield Stage Park basketball court.
Reviewing the plans with several developers on new developer built park
projects.
Working on the Sports Park Playground Equipment project.
Chairman Edwards asked the status of the Tennis Court Lighting Project at Temecula
Valley High School.
Director Parker stated the construction should begin by early June.
Recreation Superintendent Julie Pelletier reported the following:
The Community Services Department held the annual Spring Egg Hunt on April
3, 1999 at North/South Fields at Rancho California Sports Park, with 1,800 in
attendance; 600 in attendance at Paloma Del Sol and 150 at Rotary Park.
The Annual Teen Fest event was held on April 9. Festivities included a pool
tournament, a dance, Karaoke Contest and Slimy Olympics.
Staff is putting together the next issue of the Spring/Summer Guide to Leisure
Activities. There will be many new classes offered at the Temecula Community
Center.
The annual Volunteer Recognition ceremony will be held April 22, 1999 at
1:00pro at the Community Recreation Center.
The annual "Come Fly A Kite Day" will be held on May 16, 1999 at the Rancho
California Sports Park.
Commissioner Nimeshein asked how many were in attendance for the Teen Fest
events.
Superintendent Pelletier reported there were approximately 75 youth in attendance at
the dance; 40 - 50 youth in attendance at the Karaoke Contest; and, 30-35 participated
in the Slimy Olympics. Staff has determined these activities appeal more to the middle
school age group.
COMMISSION BUSINESS
1. Approval of the Minutes
1.1
It was moved by Commissioner Henz, seconded by Commissioner Meyler
to approve the minutes of the March 8, 1999 Community Services
Commission meeting.
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The motion carried as follows:
AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: 0
ABSENT: 0
ABSTAIN: 1
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS:
Henz, Meyler,
Nimeshein, Edwards
None
None
Miller
Campos Verdes Conceptual Park Site Master Plan and Selection of a Park
Name
Development Services Administrator Todd Holmes presented the staff report.
Commissioner Miller asked if there was a restroom planned for this park site.
Todd Holmes stated that the park is meant to serve as a neighborhood park.
Director Parker said staff would monitor the park site for use. He said staff does
not feel it is appropriate to take money out of DIF fees to provide a restroom.
Commissioner Nimeshein asked what the criteria is for building a park site with a
restroom.
Todd Holmes advised that the minimum acreage for a restroom is five (5) acres.
This park site is 3.5 acres,
After a brief discussion about the location of the park site, the Community
Services Commission voted as follows on the park name.
It was moved by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Henz to name
the Campos Vetdes Park Site Long Canyon Creek Park,
The motion carded as follows:
AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS:
Henz, Meyler, Miller
Nimeshein, Edwards
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
Museum Construction and Exhibit Desi.cln Update
Deputy Director Phyllis Ruse presented the staff report and distributed design
concepts for the interior exhibits of the museum, prepared by the consultant
Think Jacobson and Roth.
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Deputy Director Ruse said staff anticipates the museum project to be completed
by early June 1999.
Commissioner Henz asked if the first floor exhibit design is permanent or will be
changing.
Deputy Director Ruse said the first floor exhibit design would be permanent.
Director Parker said there is only one area that will be designed for temporary or
traveling exhibits.
Commissioner Nimeshein suggested that in addition to focusing on the past, the
museum should also highlight modern times and prominent individuals.
Deputy Director Ruse said the consultant is incorporating that in many of the
exhibits.
This item was receive and file and no action was taken.
Annexation Status Report
Deputy Director Phyllis Ruse presented the staff report.
This item was receive and file and no action was taken.
COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Director Parker reminded the Commission of the April 22, 1999, dedication and ribbon
cutting ceremony for Margarita Community Park at 10:00 a.m. and the Volunteer
Recognition event to be held at the CRC at 1:00.
Director Parker advised the Commission that the City Council want a member of each
Commission, preferably the Chairman, to start attending City Council meetings,
Director Parker advised the Commission that staff is currently recruiting for the Museum
Services Manager position.
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION REPORT
Commissioner Miller thanked staff for inviting him to participate in the Spring Egg Hunt
activities.
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ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Edwards declared the meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
It was moved by Commissioner Nimeshein. seconded by Commissioner Miller to
adjourn at 8:03 p.m. and reconvene at the regular meeting of May 10, '1999.
Tom Edwards, Chairman
Secretary
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ITEM NO. 2
CITY OF TEMECULA
AGENDA REPORT
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
Community Services Commission
,--(~-Ierman D. Parker, Director of Community Services
May 10, 1999
Arts Council of Temecula Valley Program Proposal
RECOMMENDATION: That the Community Services Commission receive and file a
presentation by the Arts Council of Temecula Valley regarding the Arts Council activities and
services.
BACKGROUND: With the development of the Cultural Arts Master Plan, the Arts
Council of Temecula Valley has reviewed the plan and is proposing to implement a wide variety
of programs and activities that coincide with the goals and objectives of the Cultural Arts
Master Plan. Many of these services are currently being conducted and several are in the
planning stages. Martha Minkler, Executive Director of the Arts Council, is present tonight to
share those ideas and concepts with the Community Services Commission. This would be the
Arts Council's plan to implement the Cultural Arts Master Plan.
ATTACHMENTS:
Cultural Arts Master Plan Goals and Objectives
Preliminary Time Line
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TEMECULA CULTURAL ARTS MASTER PLAN
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
In reviewing the Temecula Cultural Arts Master Plan, it is apparent that the
Arts Council is already engaged in, or in the process of designing systems, that
address many of the goals and objectives outlined by AMS Planning 85 t~esearch.
In the areas where the Arts Council is not already working, initial priorities
have been suggested.
GOAL A: EDUCATION
Sponsored and coordinated for past two years a Youth Summer Art Institute at
Temecula Valley High School. The Institute provides a two week program of
instruction, in a variety of mediums, free of charge to students recommended by
district art instructors. Last year sixty-two children were recommended for thirty
positions.
For the past ten years the Arts Council has showcased area children, choirs, and
dance groups in different venues at the week long "Arts in the Country Festivals".
For ten years provided a day, flee of charge, "Children's Art in the Park", where
children can experience painting, sculpting, dancing, instrument playing, acting,
tile making, and so forth.
The Arts Council has provided funding for local choirs to attend regional, state
and national competitions.
The Arts Council has awarded scholarships to students excelling in voice or
instrument for advanced educational programs.
Assisted financially the Rancho Temecula Area Woman's Club's Youth Art Juried
Art Show. In 1999 presenting our own Children's Art Show as part of the "Arts
in the Country Festival '99".
INITIAL PRIORITIES:
Meet with Temecula Valley Unified School District personnel to determine ways
in which outside cultural resources and agencies could be integrated to augment
or provide arts education.
GOAL B: PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT
The Arts Council, since its inception, has been in the business of trying to involve
the public. By offering concerts, festivals and Design Houses, on an annual basis,
the Council has provided ongoing opportunities for the public to experience visual
and performing arts since 1989.
The Arts Courteli is currently working on the compilation of a resource directory
for the area Iisting organizations, music and art teachers, musicians, dancers and
so forth.
The Arts Council produces a quarterly newsletter. Information regarding other
arts organizations and events is frequently included.
The Arts Council has utilized the local newspapers, magazines and cable television
to promote its events.
The Arts Council has tried on several occasions to develop a master calendar for
the arts. Rather than producing several different master calendars, working with
the Chamber of Commerce, who has developed a good master calendar of events,
appears to be the most logical approach to a master calendar for the arts.
The Arts Council has reserved a web site domain and is currently bidding the
design of the home and additional pages. The City of Temecula has offered to link
the Arts Council's web page to theirs, when it is complete.
With the inaugural Design House 1998, press coverage on the event and the Arts
Council was greatly increased to include five counties: Riverside, San Bernardino,
Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego. With Design House 2000 we expect the
coverage to be even greater.
TCI Cablevision has joined the Arts Council as both a cash and in-kind sponsor
for the "Arts in the Country '99 Festival." Part of the sponsorship package
includes the development of a 30 second television spot.
Although we haven't kept track of calls requesting information, the Arts Council
refers people dally to individuals, agencies and organizations in the business of
providing lessons or involvement opportunities.
The Arts Council provides patrons with the ability to use credit cards to purchase
tickets and merchandise.
INITIAL PRIORITIES:
Development of a comprehensive, up-to-date web site.
Development of a brochure highlighting the activities of the Arts Council, and the
arts community, delineating services and resources available in Temecula.
Brochures to be placed in ail City press and media information packages, at the
Chamber, throughout Old Town, in the libraries, EDC marketing packages and so
forth.
Placement of a kiosk in the new mail with information, updated monthly, listing
all cultural events and happenings in the area.
Development of a weekly/monthly column in the Caiifornian, Press Enterprise,
Entertainment Roundup and Country Review Magazine, to heighten public
interest in and awareness of the culturai opportunities in the Valley.
GOAL C: PUBLIC ART
The Arts Council currently owns t~vo paintings by local artists. One of them is on
display at Chaparrai High School and the other is to be placed in a local site soon.
The Arts Council plans to purchase one painting each year, from an artist entered
in the annuai Visual Expressions Art Show and place it in a public building.
INITIAL PRIORITY:
Work with the Temecula Valley Museum on an agreement to establish an area in
the museum where locai artists works could be rotated on a monthly basis.
GOAL D: COLLABORATION & SUPPORT SERVICES
The Arts Council has been pleased to assist other arts organizations in a variety
of ways:
By offering to place information regarding events or ~yers in our newsletter
By offering direction on strengthening troubled Boards of Directors
By providing technical assistance on foundation research and grant writing
By offering assistance in building volunteer bases
By providing financial assistance in the form of scholarships
By providing grant money for technical and production support
By providing an umbrella organization under which a fledgling organization can
perform with adequate insurance coverage
By meeting with other arts organizations who are struggling to find niches and
trying to establish venues for them
INITIAL PRIORITIES:
Full time staff to fulfill the goals.
New computer system with software including a non-profit organization,
specialized data base management system allowing for development of mailing
lists, specialized interest lists, and cultural resources information. Software
should also include a voice mall system allowing immediate access for consumer
inquiries.
Increase public awareness of the services available.
GOAL E: FACILITIES
The Arts Council has worked with the City of Temecula for a number of years to
increase the usability and visibility of the Community Recreation Center and the
sports park. Thanks to the generosity of the City, many different visual and
performing artists use the venue every year for the events of the "Arts in the
Country Festivals", the Concert on the Green, and the Summer Concert series.
In the past, the CRC venue has been used for holiday concerts and art shows.
The Arts Council has been represented in meetings, organized by the Theatre
Foundation, discussing fund raising for a community playhouse in Old Town.
One conversation was held with Temecula Valley Unified School District
Superintendent Dave Allman regarding the construction of a new performing arts
center and a possible joint venture with the City of Temecula in conjunction with
the building of the next middle or high school.
A meeting was also artended wherein a local individual discussed his
commitment to raising the funds needed to build a performing arts center.
INITIAL PRIORITIES:
Research
GOAL F: HERITAGE
The Arts Council is pleased to support, via its marketing efforts for the "Arts in the
Country Festival ~99", the Vail Ranch Restoration Association's inaugural "Historic
Vail Ranch Celebration'. Designed as a free event for the public, the Association
is celebrating with a day of music and entertainment, the preservation of the
historic Vail Ranch property, including the original Wolf Store.
INITIAL PRIORITIES:
Research
IMPLEMENTATION:
Martha Minktier is attending a conference the first weekend in May, sponsored by
the California Assembly of Local Arts Agencies (CALLA). The first day is devoted
to Arts in Education. The second day has many workshops on marketing and
public/private partnerships for the arts. Information will be obtained on current
trends throughout the State of California and funding sources for them. That
information will be useful in constructing a plan for the City of Temecula.
The Arts Council is currently planning for the integration of the "Arts in the
Country Festival 2000" with the second annual Design House 2000. By
combining the two major events, the entire month of May will be devoted to
increasing opportunities and visibility for a multitude of area visual and
performing artists. In the process, with advertising and promotion blanketing a
minimum of five counties, public awsjreness of the culturai opportunities in the
City of Temecula will dramatically increase.
Although the scope and scale of the "Arts in the Country Festival" and "Design
House" is increasing every year, the Arts Council remains committed to
showcasing the talents of local individuals and groups.
The Arts Council was selected by the City of Temecula last year to serve as a
Cultural grants prorider. The Arts Council distributed Ten thousand dollars from
the City of Temecula to five requesting arts organizations. A committee comprised
of four Board of Trustees members, and the Executive Director, reviewed the
requests for proposals. The funds were awarded based on the organization's
financial need, the proposed use of funds, and the monies available.
In past years, the Arts Council has awarded monies to individuals and
organizations seeking financial assistance to represent the City of Temecula at
regional, state, or national competitions, or to further their studies in a field
related to the visual or performing arts.
INITIAL PRIORITIES:
Contract with the Arts Council of the Temecula Valley to retain a full time
Executive Director.
Assist the Arts Council of the Temecula Valley in the purchase of a new computer
and software.
Research the financial and legal mechanisms for an ongoing Cultural Grants
Program.
PROPOSED PRELIMINARY TIME LINE FOR THE FIRST SIX MONTHS OF
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE TEMECULA CULTURAL ARTS MASTER PLAN
The Arts Council of the Temecula Valley is committed to serving as_ a
coordinating organization, in partnership with the City of Temecula, focused on
strengthening the arts infrastructure throughout the Temecula Valley.
The recommendations of the Temecula Cultural Arts Master Plan include a
provision that the Arts Council of the Temecula Valley continues its programming
efforts. The Arts Council is committed to sponsoring the signature annual events
for which it is recognized: "Arts in the Country Festival", Concert on the Green,
Design House, Youth Summer Art Institute and the Valentine's Love Songs
Concert.
Over the years the Arts Council has established partnerships with other arts
organizations in the presentation of its programs. These partnerships enable the
Council to lessen the burden of production, and reduce expenses. These
collaborative efforts not only support the goals of the Temecula Cultural Arts
Master Plan, they work to improve communication and awareness among city
cultural organizations.
The preliminary time line outlined below, with the exception of notations of
scheduled events, does not incorporate Arts Council event programing time lines.
Apr~ 1999
Presentation to Mr. Herman Parker, Director of Community Services Department,
and staff, a proposal from the Arts Council of the Temecula Valley, for a contra. ct
between the City of Temecula, and the Arts Council, commencing July 1, 1999
through June 30, 2000, to begin the process of implementing the Temecula
Cultural Arts Master Plan.
Talk with Temecula Valley Museum regarding a dedicated area for local artists to
exhibit on a rotating basis.
May 1999
Presentation to the Temecula Community Parks and Recreation Commission and
the Temecula City Council of a proposal from the Arts Council of the Temecula
Valley, for a contract between the City of Temecula, and the Arts Council,
commencing July 1, 1999 through June 30, 2000, to begin the process of
implementing the Temecula Cultural Arts Master Plan.
June 1999
The A~s Councilpresents"A~sinthe Country Fest~al 99"--~om June 4through
June 13, 1999.
If not on City Council agenda in the month of May 1999, presentation to the
Temecula City Council of a proposal from the Arts Council of the Temecula Valley,
for a contract between the City of Temecula, and the Arts Council, for a period of
one year, commencing July 1, 1999 through June 30, 2000, to begin the proce.ss
of implementing the Temecula Cultural Arts Master Plan.
Ju~ 1999
The Arts CounciI's third annual Youth Summer Art Institute at Temecula Valley
High School.
The Arts Council and City of Temecula Summer Concert Series.
Begin long range planning workshops.
Retain the services of a marketing firm to work with the City and Arts Council to
develop an informational brochure.
Meet with the Chamber of Commerce to discuss the feasibility of adding to their
master calendar all area cultural events.
Research costs and program designs for kiosks placed in malls.
Meet with Forest City officials to discuss viability of placing informational kiosks
in Promenade Mall.
Begin compiling list of all active arts organization leaders for a general meeting
to be held to discuss support service needs.
Meet with Temecula Valley Unified School District officials to initiate dialogue 6n
their needs for outside services for arts in education.
Begin research on state and national arts organizations that have functioning
incubator services in place.
August 1999
The Arts Council and City of Temecula's Summer Concert Series.
Work with marketing firm to finalize copy for brochure and let bids for printing.
Continue research on Kiosks in Promenade Mall
Finish compilation, already in progress, of local artists, performers, arts
organizations, and historical preservation groups.
Facilitate an arts organization (Temecula Art League) to coordinate the rotating
artists exhibition in the Temecula Museum.
Develop a request for proposal format for bidding a marketing plan development,
for the cultural organizations in the City.
Finalize organization leaders list and begin planning general meeting. Determine
very specific goals and objectives for the meeting. Meeting to be facilitated by City
of Temccula and Arts Council.
Continue dialogue with Temecula Valley Unified School District on their needs ~or
outside services for arts in education.
September 1999
The Arts Council's ninth annual Concert on the Green.
Begin strategic planning for year 2000.
Publish Arts Council newsletter.
Print brochure
Format programming for mall kiosks.
Bid marketin'g contract for the arts in Temecula
Finalize plans for general arts organizations meeting.
Research use of ETM ticket machines in markets for cultural arts event ticket
sales.
Actively seek to integrate as many arts organizations, individuals, businesses,
and corporations into the plans for ~Arts in the Country Festival '99" and Design
House 2000.
OCTOBER 1999
Continue strategic planning for year 2000.
Distribute brochure.
Work with City and Chamber on Master Calendar of events for year 2000.
Facilitation of installation of mall informational kiosks.
Convene general meeting for arts organizations to determine priorities and areas
in which assistance needed the most. Discuss advantages of development of a
central data base for mailing.
Interview marketing firms and award bids for marketing of arts organizations in
year 2000.
Research costs of production of video for ETM machines. Consult with Temecula
Valley Film Council.
Follow-up on artists rotating exhibition in Temecula Museum.
Talk with local papers and magazines about the possibility of a monthly/weekly
column devoted to arts in education and the community.
Research costs for design, development and distribution of expanded Arts Council
newsletter.
NOVEMBER 1999
Finalize strategic planning for the Arts Council in year 2000.
Continue actively seeking to integrate as many arts organizations, individuals,
businesses, and corporations into the plans for' "Arts in the Country Festival '99"
and Design House 2000.
Work on design for video for ETM machines for ticket sales to "Arts in the Country
Festival '99" and Design House 2000, as well as other major cultural events.
Continue dialogue with papers and magazines regarding columns. Determine who
in arts community would be interested in contributing.
Prepare copy for December Arts Council newsletter.
DECEMBER 1999
Arts Council presents the Idyllwild Arts Academy's Youth Orchestra, December 5.
Publish and distribute year end newsletter.
Update kiosk information.
Meet with Chamber and Vintner's Association to design destination Temecula
packages incorporating Design House 2000 and "Arts in the Country Festival"
2000 events with Wine Country and Old Town tours/weekend trips.
ITEM NO. 3
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
CITY OF TEMECULA
AGENDA REPORT
Community Services Commission
4~erman D. Parker, Director of Community Services
May10,1999
Annual Springtime Make A Difference Day Event
PREPARED BY: ~f-~Beryl Yasinosky, Development Services Analyst
RECOMMENDATION: That the Community Services Commission:
Receive and file report concerning the Annual Springtime Make a Difference Day Event held on
Saturday, April 24, 1999.
BACKGROUND: In conjunction with Make a Difference Day, staff is pleased to
report that the Annual Springtime Citywide Clean-up Day and Household Hazardous Waste
Round-Up held on Saturday, April 24, 1999, was another huge success. This year, the
collection of trash and bulky items was provided at the Chaparral High School, as well as the
usual location of the Household Hazardous Waste Collection site at the Temecula Valley High
School. In addition, Ralph Brownell, a City Code Enforcement Officer, coordinated
approximately 30 volunteers, including local Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts, in helping City staff
clean up certain garbage laden areas in an effort to counteract illegal dumping in the City.
By the end of the day's event, a total of 88.65 tons of trash, debris and bulky items were
collected from the cumulative total of both designated high school sites and the illegal dumping
areas. In addition, the Household Hazardous Waste Collection facility collected 400 gallons of
used oil, 50 gallons of used anti-freeze, and 46 used batteries.
Since 1991, the City and its franchised waste hauler, CR&R, Inc., have co-sponsored the
Citywide Clean-up Day and Household Hazardous Waste collection events, which are held in
the spring and fall of each year. Between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., all City
residents are allowed the opportunity to dispose of used motor oil, antifreeze, and batteries as
well as trash, bulky items and hard to handle waste free of charge. These events allow us to
provide an environmentally important service to our residents at easily identifiable and
accessible locations. The next Citywide Clean-up and Household Hazardous Waste Round-Up
is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 1999.
FISCAL IMPACT: As part of their franchise agreement with the City, CR&R, Inc. provides
the collection bins for the event and operates the collection facilities at the high schools. The
cost of reserving the high school sites is approximately 944.00 per location.
Drinks and snacks were provided to the volunteers at a cost of approximately 9100. Baseball
caps with the inscription "City of Temecula Make A Difference Day" are approximately 94.37
per volunteer.