Indio, CA

DRF Board of Directors - Regular

The Desert Recreation Foundation Board of Directors will discuss the 2026-2027 budget and potential partnerships with Gear It Forward and the Coachella Valley Firebirds. The board is also considering support for a special parcel tax proposal to be placed on the November 3, 2026, general election.

• Support for Resolution No. 26-25 and Initiative Ordinance No. 26-02 to establish a special parcel tax
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
• Reimbursements to Desert Recreation District: $25,000 (Anderson Children's Foundation), $18,147.56 (Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy), and $24,274.05 (Desert Healthcare Foundation)
• Application for a $20,000 Inland Empire Health Plan Foundation Grant
• Potential application for a $300,000 Rauch Family Foundation Inland California Vital Conditions Grant

DRD Board of Directors - Regular

The DRD Board of Directors will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget and a resolution to place a special parcel tax measure before voters in the November 3, 2026 statewide general election. The board will also vote on consent items including after-school program agreements with Hope Through Housing at Vista Dunes and River Canyon Apartments, an amendment with the City of Palm Desert for park services, and a contract with Mission Vista Academy for homeschooled enrichment. A presentation on public opinion survey results regarding the potential parcel tax will be received.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 26-26 for the FY 2026-27 Final Budget
• Consideration of Resolution No. 26-25 to call a special election for a special parcel tax measure (Initiative Ordinance No. 26-02)
• Approval of Agreement Nos. 26-07-004-CS and 26-07-005-CS with Hope Through Housing for Kids Club after-school programming at Vista Dunes and River Canyon Apartments
• Approval of Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. 12-12-001-PD with City of Palm Desert for park and recreational services
• Approval of Agreement No. 26-07-008-CS with Mission Vista Academy for recreational and enrichment services to homeschooled students

CVYGF Board of Directors - Regular

The Coachella Valley Youth Golf Foundation Board of Directors will consider approval of an adjusted budget for fiscal year 2026/27, a proposed Kyle Minor Winn Scholarship, and applications from three individuals to join the board. The meeting also includes a mission moment celebrating a participant's selection for the PURE Insurance Championship and updates on a tax measure and a board retreat.

• Adjusted budget for FY 26/27 recommended for board approval
• Proposed Kyle Minor Winn Scholarship
• Application of Kurt Burmeister (Toscana CC GM) to join CVYGF Board
• Application of Cam Ehly (PGA Tour Superstore La Quinta GM) to join CVYGF Board
• Application of Nicholas Kendall (PGA Tour Superstore Palm Desert GM) to join CVYGF Board

CVYGF Finance Committee

The Coachella Valley Youth Golf Foundation Finance Committee will review April and May financial reports, preliminary FY 25/26 year-end numbers, and approve meeting minutes. The committee will also consider a new donor management system and a payroll expense adjustment for the FY 26/27 budget.

• Approval of April and May financial reports and preliminary FY 25/26 year-end numbers
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Consideration of a new donor management system called Razor's Edge
• Payroll expense adjustment to FY 26/27 budget
• Public statements and updates

DRD Board of Directors - Regular

The Desert Recreation District Board will consider approving special taxes for park and retention basin maintenance and a funding agreement for the Mecca Sports Park project. The meeting also includes the approval of meeting minutes and warrants.

• Approval of special taxes for park and retention basin maintenance
• Funding agreement for Mecca Sports Park construction and management
• Approval of meeting minutes for June 24, 2026
• Approval of warrant lists dated June 5 and June 19, 2026
• Granting easement to CVWD and SCE for Golf Center Property work

The Board of Directors adopted Ordinance No. 26-01, levying a special tax within Community Facilities District No. 2026-1 for the Nuestro Orgullo housing development. The tax is set at $591.30 per unit for 291 units, initially yielding $172,069 for park maintenance, with no protests received. The board also approved a $100,000 amendment to a drowning prevention grant agreement and a $325,000 funding agreement for the Mecca Sports Park project.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 26-01 levying a special tax for park maintenance in Community Facilities District No. 2026-1 (Nuestro Orgullo development).
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 23-01-011-CS with Riverside County Children and Families Commission for $100,000 in drowning prevention funding.
• Approved the Riverside County Unincorporated Communities Initiative Funding Agreement for $325,000 for the Mecca Sports Park project.
• Approved the consent calendar, including meeting minutes, warrant lists, and other routine items, with item 6.F.3 moved to action items.
• Approved the agenda as presented.

DRF Board of Directors - Regular

The Board of Directors will discuss research and evaluation services from HARC, Inc. and a CDBG sponsor's agreement with Riverside County. The body is also considering multiple grant applications for adaptive sports and clean air projects, as well as a new travel policy.

• Research and evaluation services from HARC, Inc. not to exceed $62,000
• CDBG Sponsor’s Agreement No. 25-06-001-PD for Fiscal Year 2025 with County of Riverside
• Ability Central's California Community Impact Grant application for $5,000
• Easton Foundations Operational Grant application for $15,000
• Grant application to California Air Resources Board for the Youth CARE Project

DRD Board of Directors - Special

At a special meeting, the Desert Recreation District Board of Directors will participate in a Strategic Planning and Goal Setting Workshop. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is dedicated solely to discussion and planning for the District.

• Strategic Planning/Goal Setting Workshop for the District

The Desert Recreation District Board of Directors held a special meeting on June 26, 2026, dedicated to a strategic planning workshop. The board reached consensus on three strategic target areas: combining organizational development, leadership, culture, and workforce development into one target; establishing Partnerships and External Relationships as a standalone target; and establishing Facilities and Capital Projects as a standalone target. The board also provided direction to staff on goals within each area, including financial sustainability, branding, and partnerships, and directed staff to prepare an executive summary and implementation plan for future consideration. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was a workshop for discussion and goal-setting.

• Consensus reached to combine organizational development, leadership, culture, and workforce development into a single strategic target.
• Consensus reached to establish Partnerships and External Relationships as a standalone strategic target.
• Consensus reached to establish Facilities and Capital Projects as a standalone strategic target.
• Directed staff to prepare an executive summary and implementation plan identifying responsibilities, timelines, funding sources, and performance measures for future Board consideration.
• Provided direction to staff on goals for financial sustainability, including evaluating new revenue opportunities, pursuing grants, completing a fee study, and coordinating fundraising with foundations.
• Provided direction to staff on goals for organizational development, including reviewing compensation, succession planning, performance management, and organizational culture.
• Provided direction to staff on goals for branding and marketing, including modernizing branding, improving public awareness, enhancing signage, and strengthening communications.
• Provided direction to staff on goals for facilities and capital projects, including developing long-term maintenance and acquisition plans and evaluating expansion opportunities, including Cathedral City.

CVYGF Fundraising Committee

The Coachella Valley Youth Golf Foundation Fundraising Committee will meet to approve the 2026/27 fundraising plan and proposed pricing for 2027 tournaments. The committee will also discuss volunteer growth and partnerships with 10 local golf clubs.

• Approval of 2026/27 Fundraising plan
• Approval of proposed 2027 Tournament Pricing
• Recap of 2026 "Play with a Purpose" Golf Tournament
• Discussion on engaging 10 local golf clubs for fundraising

DRD Board of Directors-Regular

The DRD Board will hold public hearings on assessment districts and a proposed Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 2026-1 for maintenance of parks and retention basins in the Nuestro Orgullo development. The board will also consider resolutions to form the CFD, adopt the preliminary FY 2026-2027 budget, and approve contracts for uniform rental and drop-in fees at La Quinta Fitness Center. Consent items include approval of minutes, payroll, financial reports, and the general district election notice.

• Public hearing and formation of CFD No. 2026-1 for park/retention basin maintenance in Nuestro Orgullo development
• Public hearings on assessments for Districts 02-1 (Coachella–Placitas de la Paz), 03-1 (Mecca–Huerta de Mecca), 93-1 (District-Wide), 97-1 (Thousand Palms), and Re-Assessment District 01-1 (Indio Community Center) for FY 2027
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Preliminary Budget
• Agreement No. 26-03-012-DW with Mission Linen Supply for weekly uniform rental and laundering services (IFB No. 26-03-012-DW)
• Agreement No. 26-03-009-LQ with Riverside University Health System for drop-in fees at La Quinta Community Fitness Center

The Desert Recreation District Board of Directors formed Community Facilities District No. 2026-1 (Park and Retention Basin Maintenance) by adopting Resolutions 26-18, 26-19, and 26-20, and introduced Ordinance 26-01 for its formation. The board also approved the levy and collection of assessments for Reassessment District 01-1 and Assessment Districts 02-1, 03-1, 93-1, and 97-1 for Fiscal Year 2026-27. The consent calendar, including payroll registers, financial reports, and two service agreements, was approved as presented.

• Adopted Resolutions 26-18 and 26-19 forming CFD No. 2026-1 and calling special election (59 votes in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 26-20 declaring results of special election
• Introduced and waived further reading of Ordinance 26-01 forming CFD No. 2026-1
• Adopted Resolutions 26-21 and 26-22 for Reassessment District 01-1 assessments FY 2026-27
• Adopted Resolutions 26-23 and 26-24 for Assessment Districts 02-1, 03-1, 93-1, 97-1 assessments FY 2026-27
• Approved consent calendar including payroll registers, financial reports, and agreements with Mission Linen Supply and RUHS
• Approved meeting minutes of June 10, 2026

DRF Board of Directors - Special

The DRF Board of Directors will meet to discuss a grant proposal for a community wellness project. The board is also considering funding for a staff member to attend a professional conference in Chicago.

• Proposal to apply for a $50,000 BIGHORN Cares grant for an Outdoor Adventure and Fitness Initiative
• Proposed $2,880 expenditure for a Foundation Management Analyst to attend the Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy Conference in Chicago, Illinois

DRD Board of Directors-Regular

The Board of Directors will consider adopting a budget appropriations limit and a total compensation and benefits plan for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The body is also reviewing several service contracts for HVAC and pest control, as well as facility use agreements.

• Resolution No. 26-16: Adopting an appropriations limit of $15,490,980.29 for FY 2026-27
• Resolution 26-15: Adopting the Total Compensation and Benefits Plan for FY 2026-27
• Agreement with Allison Mechanical, Inc. for district-wide HVAC maintenance services
• Shared Use and Property Use Agreements with the Salvation Army for Cathedral City facilities (July 1 – August 31, 2026)
• Amendment to Agreement No. 24-08-008-CS with the City of La Quinta for Fritz Burns Pool operation through June 30, 2028

The Desert Recreation District Board approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $3.5 million independent contractor agreement with Desert Sands Unified School District for afterschool programs, a $3.1 million landscape maintenance contract with Mariposa Landscapes, and a $229,176 HVAC maintenance contract with Allison Mechanical. The Board also adopted the FY 2026-27 Total Compensation and Benefits Plan, approved an amendment to operate the Fritz Burns Pool through 2028, and rejected all bids for pest control services. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $3.5M afterschool program agreement with DSUSD (unanimous)
• Approved $3.1M landscape maintenance contract with Mariposa Landscapes (unanimous)
• Approved $229,176 HVAC maintenance contract with Allison Mechanical (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 26-15 Total Compensation Plan with Step 6 salary authority (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment 2 to Fritz Burns Pool agreement through June 2028 (unanimous)
• Approved shared use agreement with Salvation Army for Cathedral City programs (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for pest control services; authorized re-advertising (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment 7 to Cartwright Termite pest control agreement (unanimous)

DRF Board of Directors - Regular

The Desert Recreation Foundation Board will vote on retroactively reimbursing expenses from the California Nonprofit of the Year luncheon, applying for a $50,000 BIGHORN Cares grant for a community wellness and outdoor fitness initiative, and applying to the NPO Centric Desert Fast Pitch competition. They will also consider approving reimbursements totaling $27,446.21 using Coastal Conservancy grant funds and receive an update on the Youth CARE Program grant.

• Consider retroactive reimbursement of attendee expenses for the May 20, 2026 California Nonprofit of the Year Luncheon in Sacramento.
• Authorize staff to apply for a $50,000 BIGHORN Cares Grant for a Community Wellness and Outdoor Fitness Initiative.
• Approve reimbursement of $11,342.70 to the District from Desert Recreation Foundation using Coastal Conservancy grant funds.
• Approve reimbursement of $16,103.51 to the District from Desert Recreation Foundation using Coastal Conservancy grant funds.
• Authorize application to NPO Centric's Desert Fast Pitch Competition for fiscal year 2026-27.

DRD Board of Directors-Regular

The Desert Recreation District Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting on May 27, 2026, to take action on several items. They will consider approving an $88,790 contract amendment for landscape maintenance on the CV Link, adopting resolutions to levy assessments for multiple assessment districts, and approving an employee health and welfare benefits program for the 2026-27 plan year. Consent agenda items include meeting minutes, payroll registers, and financial reports.

• Amendment No. 7 to Kirkpatrick Landscape Services Inc. for $88,790 for CV Link landscape maintenance and weed abatement
• Three resolutions for Reassessment District No. 01-1 to levy and collect assessments for fiscal year 2026/2027
• Three resolutions for Assessment Districts 02-1, 03-1, 93-1, and 97-1 to levy and collect assessments for fiscal year 2026/2027
• Employee Health and Welfare Benefit Program for the 2026-27 plan year
• Independent Contractor Agreement with Desert Sands Unified School District for ELOP Summer School at Washington Charter School, June 9-25, 2026

The Desert Recreation District Board approved the employee health and welfare benefit program for FY 2026-27, keeping the same insurance carriers despite a 16% blended rate increase. The board also adopted resolutions for assessment levies in multiple districts, approved a landscaping contract amendment, and designated the General Manager as labor negotiator. No reportable actions were taken in closed session.

• Approved employee health benefits renewal with current carriers (motion by Gonzalez, seconded by Acosta)
• Adopted Resolution Nos. 26-09, 26-10, 26-11 for Reassessment District 01-1 (motion by Acosta, seconded by Rodriguez)
• Adopted Resolution Nos. 26-12, 26-13, 26-14 for Assessment Districts 02-1, 03-1, 93-1, 97-1 (motion by Acosta, seconded by Rodriguez)
• Approved Amendment No. 7 to Agreement No. 19-11-004-DW with Kirkpatrick Landscape Services Inc. (motion by Gonzalez, seconded by Acosta)
• Designated Dr. Gabriel Martin as labor negotiator for unrepresented employees (motion by Gonzalez, seconded by Acosta)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, payroll registers, warrant list, and financial reports (motion by Acosta, seconded by Espinoza)

CVYGF Board of Directors - Regular

The Coachella Valley Youth Golf Foundation Board will approve meeting minutes, receive a treasurer's report, and discuss the annual plan and assumptions. The board also received a resignation letter and discussed scheduling changes for upcoming meetings.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report
• Annual plan and assumptions
• Kevin Kalman resignation
• Jim Kane Scholarships

The Coachella Valley Youth Golf Foundation board approved $31,000 in Jim Kane scholarships for six participants, including a $1,000 award to Marcelo Ibanez. The board also approved the FY 26/27 Annual Plan and accepted Kevin Kalman's resignation. All votes were unanimous (9-0).

• Approved $31,000 in Jim Kane scholarships (9-0)
• Approved FY 26/27 Annual Plan and assumptions (9-0)
• Accepted Kevin Kalman's resignation from the board (9-0)
• Approved March 17, 2026 meeting minutes as corrected (9-0)
• Approved consent calendar including treasurer's report and staff reports (9-0)

DRD Board of Directors-Regular

The Desert Recreation District Board will consider adopting Resolution 26-07 to create Community Facilities District No. 2026-1, which would levy a special tax to fund maintenance of parks and retention basins. Other action items include agreements for recreation programming at Cathedral City Senior Center, emergency medication training with Desert Sands Unified School District, pool operations at Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park, and employee health benefits for the 2026-27 plan year. Consent items cover meeting minutes, payroll, a quitclaim deed adjacent to North Shore Community Park, an easement to Coachella Valley Water District, HVAC fencing project completion, and an employee handbook amendment.

• Consideration of Resolution 26-07 to establish Desert Recreation District Community Facilities District No. 2026-1 with special tax for park and retention basin maintenance
• Approval of Facility Use Agreement with Cathedral Center for recreation programming at Cathedral City Senior Center
• Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Desert Sands Unified School District for emergency medication administration in after-school programs
• Approval of Pool Management Agreement with Riverside County Regional Park and Open Space District for Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park Pool operations
• Approval of amendment to Employee Handbook regarding patterned absences policy

The Desert Recreation District Board approved a five-year pool management agreement with Riverside County for operations at Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park Pool, along with a facility use agreement with Cathedral City Senior Center and a memorandum of understanding with Desert Sands Unified School District for emergency medication training. The board also adopted resolutions to establish a community facilities district for park maintenance and set Mello-Roos policies. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved Pool Management Agreement with Riverside County for Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park Pool (4-0)
• Approved Facility Use Agreement with Cathedral City Senior Center for recreation programming (4-0)
• Approved MOU with Desert Sands USD for emergency medication training and administration (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-07 to establish Community Facilities District No. 2026-1 for park and retention basin maintenance (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-08 establishing goals and policies for Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act use (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, payroll register, and other routine items (4-0)
• Approved agenda with removal of item 10.D (Employee Health and Welfare Benefit Program) (4-0)
• Closed session: approved agreement with Woodruff & Smart for Interim General Counsel services (5-0)

CVYGF Finance Committee

The Coachella Valley Youth Golf Foundation Finance Committee will meet to consider the annual budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 and its underlying assumptions. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and treasurer's reports under the consent calendar, plus updates on general information items.

• New Business: Annual Budget FY2026-2027 and Assumptions
• Consent Calendar: Approval of meeting minutes
• Consent Calendar: Treasurer's report(s)
• Updates and general information (discussion only, no formal action)

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend the FY2026-2027 annual budget and assumptions to the main Board of Directors. The budget includes a $260,000 grant for the No Boundaries program contingent on hiring a full-time program director, a 3% merit raise for all full-time salaried employees, a promotion and salary increase for Joy Grant, a 5% raise for West Valley Program Director Emily Jansen, a $1/hour increase for part-time coaching staff, and $28,800 in Caddie Scholarship funding. The committee also approved the consent calendar, including the March 3, 2026 meeting minutes and the Treasurer's report for February and March.

• Recommended FY2026-2027 annual budget and assumptions to main board (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including March 3, 2026 minutes and Treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)

DRF Board of Directors - Cancellation

The regular meeting of the Desert Recreation Foundation Board of Directors scheduled for May 4, 2026, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 1, 2026.

DRD Board of Directors - Special

The Desert Recreation District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting on April 30, 2026, primarily to enter closed session to discuss the appointment of an Interim General Counsel under Government Code Section 54957(b)(1). No other substantive actions are scheduled. Public comments are limited to agenda items only.

• Closed session for public employment: Interim General Counsel (Gov. Code §54957(b)(1))
• Special meeting format with public comments restricted to agenda items

The Desert Recreation District Board of Directors held a special meeting on April 30, 2026, and went into closed session to discuss the appointment of an Interim General Counsel. Upon returning to open session, General Manager Gabriel Martin reported that the Board voted to move forward with contracting Woodruff & Smart for these services. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Voted to contract with Woodruff & Smart for Interim General Counsel services

CVYGF Fundraising Committee

The Coachella Valley Youth Golf Foundation Fundraising Committee is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss updates regarding sponsor lists and run of show for an upcoming tournament. No new or old business items are scheduled for action. The meeting is largely procedural with discussion items only.

• Discussion of sponsor lists and tournament run of show under updates and general information

The Coachella Valley Youth Golf Foundation Fundraising Committee meeting on April 29, 2026, was called to order with only Board Member Jon Proctor present; all other board members were absent. The committee approved the agenda and the February 25, 2026 meeting minutes, and received updates on sponsor lists and run of show for the tournament from CEO Teal Thron. No new or old business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 9:40 am.

• Approved meeting agenda (1-0)
• Approved February 25, 2026 meeting minutes (1-0)

DRD Committees - Cancellation

The Desert Recreation District’s Legislative Committee meeting scheduled for April 23, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. has been canceled. The next regular meeting is set for August 6, 2026.

DRD Board of Directors-Regular

The Board of Directors will conduct a public hearing and consider Resolution No. 26-06 to increase fees and charges in the Policy Manual for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The body will also discuss a parcel tax measure and unfunded capital improvement projects.

• Public hearing and proposed Resolution No. 26-06 to increase fees and charges for FY 2026-27
• Agreement with Century Golf Partners Management, LLC for Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort Program
• Provider Agreement Addendum with Riverside County Office of Education for 2023-2027
• Extension of audit services agreement with C.J. Brown & Company, CPAs for FY 2026-27 and 2027-28
• Discussion of a parcel tax measure

The Desert Recreation District Board approved a consent agenda including the Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort agreement with Century Golf Partners and a CVYGF board member appointment, plus a two-year audit contract extension with C.J. Brown & Company. They also adopted Resolution 26-06 adjusting fees and charges, Resolution 26-05 amending the FY 2025-26 budget, and an agreement with Desert Sands Unified School District for a summer program. The board directed staff to engage three consulting firms for parcel tax feasibility research and deferred major capital decisions pending federal grant funds.

• Approved consent agenda items 6.F.1 (Century Golf Partners agreement) and 6.F.4 (CVYGF board member Deirdre Nardi)
• Approved two-year extension of audit services agreement with C.J. Brown & Company, CPAs
• Approved Provider Agreement Addendum with Riverside County Office of Education for 2023-2027
• Adopted Resolution 26-06 adjusting fees and charges for FY 2026-27
• Adopted Resolution 26-05 amending the FY 2025-26 budget
• Approved independent contractor agreement with Desert Sands Unified School District for summer school program
• Directed General Manager to engage FM3 Research, MBS, and NHA Advisors for parcel tax polling and feasibility research
• Deferred major Metro 8 capital decisions until federal grant funds are received

DRF Board of Directors-Regular

The Desert Recreation Foundation Board of Directors will meet to discuss financial reports, grant applications, and equipment funding. The body is deciding on several reimbursement requests and a revised financial assistance policy.

• Application for a $45,000 Anderson Children's Foundation grant for the Youth Recreation Access & Equity Program
• Funding request not to exceed $11,000 for 50 chairs and 10 trash cans for the Remote Control Air Field
• Reimbursement request of $13,685.12 from the State of California Coastal Conservancy
• Reimbursement of $20,930.10 from the Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy Grant to Desert Recreation District
• Approval of the Revised Financial Assistance Policy AP602

DRD Board of Directors-Cancellation Notice

The regular meeting of the Desert Recreation District Board of Directors scheduled for April 8, 2026, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 22, 2026.

DRF Board of Directors - Adjournment

The regular meeting of the Desert Recreation Foundation Board of Directors scheduled for April 6, 2026, has been adjourned. The meeting is rescheduled for April 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Indio Community Center.

DRF Executive Committee

The Desert Recreation District Executive Committee will consider approving a reimbursement request for 50% of a management analyst position's costs for FY 2024-25. The committee will also receive a funding update and provide direction on proposed refinements to the Financial Assistance Program for FY 2026-27 to improve sustainability, utilization, and equitable access. Other agenda items include a consent calendar, committee reports, and public statements.

• Request for reimbursement of 50% of management analyst position costs for FY 2024-25 (vote)
• Financial Assistance Program funding update and proposed program refinements for FY 2026-27 (direction)
• Consent calendar approval
• Public statements opportunity

DRF Executive Committee - CANCELLATION

The Desert Recreation Foundation's Executive Committee meeting scheduled for March 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

DRD Board of Directors-Regular

The Board of Directors will discuss a grant for youth swim lessons and lifeguard certifications. The body is also considering making Juneteenth an annual paid holiday and updating the Employment Handbook.

• Grant agreement with Kaiser Permanente for $85,000 for Operation Splash youth swim lessons
• Proposal to establish Juneteenth (June 19th) as an annual paid holiday starting July 1, 2026
• Updates to the Employment Handbook
• Discussion of Administrative Policy (AP) 601 Fees and Charges Policy Manual for FY 2026-27
• Draft Independent Auditor's Report for FY 2024-25 presented by C. J. Brown & Company, CPAs

The Desert Recreation District Board approved a $85,000 Kaiser Permanente grant for youth swim lessons, adopted Juneteenth as an annual paid holiday starting July 1, 2026, and approved updates to the Employee Handbook. The Board also approved the consent calendar and discussed, but did not vote on, the FY 2026-27 Fees and Charges Policy Manual. The mid-year budget adjustment (Resolution 26-04) was withdrawn by staff.

• Approved $85,000 Kaiser Permanente grant for Operation Splash youth swim lessons (4-0)
• Approved Juneteenth (June 19) as annual paid holiday effective July 1, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved Employee Handbook updates with direction to refine excessive absenteeism language (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including March 11, 2026 minutes, payroll register, and February 2026 financial reports (4-0)
• Approved agenda with removal of items 5.C.1 and 10.E (4-0)
• Withdrawn: Resolution 26-04 mid-year budget adjustment for FY 2025-26

DRD Finance Committee

The Desert Recreation District Finance Committee will meet to approve the January 23, 2023 meeting minutes and review the draft Independent Auditor’s Report for fiscal year 2024-25. No formal actions are scheduled beyond discussion and a recommendation to bring the audit to the full board.

• Approval of January 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of FY 2024-25 draft audit financial statements and management report

CVYGF Board of Directors - Special

The Coachella Valley Youth Golf Foundation Board of Directors will hold a special meeting to consider approval of updated bylaws and a reserve policy. The agenda also includes a mission moment, board education on a CPA and socioeconomic tool, and a consent calendar with minutes, treasurer's reports, and staff reports. Public comments are accepted.

• New Business: Approval of Updated Bylaws
• New Business: Reserve Policy
• Mission Moment: Alex Yang Tree Dedication and Chelsea Weiss acceptance to Congaree Global Initiative
• Board Education: CPA & Socioeconomic Tool
• Consent Calendar: meeting minutes, treasurer's reports, staff report

The board approved updated bylaws, voting 2-1 to keep the maximum board members at 20, with an amendment to 21. The consent calendar, meeting minutes, and reserve policy were also approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved updated bylaws (unanimous)
• Voted 2-1 to keep maximum board members at 20, with amendment to 21
• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved January 20, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved reserve policy (unanimous)

DRD Board of Directors-Regular

The Desert Recreation District Board will vote on a $269,000 amendment to a construction management contract for Thermal Community Park, approve a $104,092.47 salary for a new management analyst, and rank candidates for a LAFCO special district member seat. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approval of minutes, payroll, warrant lists, and financial reports.

• Amendment No. 1 to Agreement 24-09-006-TH with Z&K Consultants for construction management at Thermal Community Park, not-to-exceed $269,000; alternative $214,390 for inspections only
• Salary placement for Management Analyst – Foundation at $104,092.47
• Ranking of Special District Member candidates for Riverside LAFCO using Instant Runoff Voting
• Consent calendar: approval of February 25, 2026 meeting minutes, payroll register, warrant lists dated January 26 and February 9, 2026, and January 2026 financial reports
• Draft Independent Auditor's Report for FY 2024-25 withdrawn for Finance Committee consideration

The Desert Recreation District Board unanimously approved Amendment No. 1 to Agreement 24-09-006-TH with Z&K Consultants, increasing the not-to-exceed amount to $269,030 for construction management at Thermal Community Park. The board also unanimously approved its LAFCO 2026 special district member ballot selections, ranking John Flores first and Stephen Corona second. The consent calendar, including meeting minutes, payroll, warrants, and financial reports, was approved unanimously. Agenda item 10.C on salary placement for a Management Analyst was removed from the agenda.

• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Agreement 24-09-006-TH with Z&K Consultants for construction management at Thermal Community Park, not to exceed $269,030 (5-0)
• Approved LAFCO 2026 Special District Member ballot selections: John Flores (1st preference) and Stephen Corona (2nd preference) (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes of Feb 25, 2026, payroll register, warrant lists, and financial reports (5-0)
• Removed agenda item 10.C (salary placement for Management Analyst - Foundation) from the agenda (5-0)