Sonya Galvez

The Board meeting agenda includes recognitions for staff years of service and the introduction of a new Foundation Management Analyst. Key financial and operational actions comprise the approval of payroll registers, financial reports, and the execution of a corrective quitclaim deed for property adjacent to the North Shore Community Park. The Board will consider granting an easement to the Coachella Valley Water District, authorizing a notice of completion for security fencing at the Indio Community Center, and amending the Employee Handbook regarding patterned absences. Further items include the relaunch of the District website, a facility use agreement for recreation programming, a memorandum of understanding for emergency medication training, pool management for Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park, and the consideration of resolutions to establish a community facilities district and set policies for the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act. The meeting will conclude with a closed session regarding the appointment of an Interim General Counsel and General Counsel.

The Desert Recreation District's financial plan for FY2017 includes operating and capital budgets, addressing programs, capital improvement projects, and services. The plan focuses on economic growth, challenges, and goals, including improved fiscal health, increased service levels, and investments in aging infrastructure. Key elements of the budget include revenues, expenditures, and reserves, with specific funds for restricted revenues. The plan also covers the budget process, general fund reserves, annual appropriations limit, and general fund revenues, including property tax, intergovernmental revenue, and special assessments. The plan also includes a Capital Improvement Plan with a list of specific projects.

The Desert Recreation District's FY2018 budget includes discussions on various topics such as the District's services, economic growth, challenges, and goals. It covers improved fiscal health, increased service levels, and investments in aging infrastructure. The budget also addresses the general fund, enterprise fund, and capital improvements plan. Additionally, the budget process, general fund reserves, annual appropriations limit, and general fund revenues are detailed.

The Board of Supervisors convened to discuss and act upon the approval of an amendment to the Conflict of Interest Code for the Desert Recreation District. The amendment was reviewed to ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and it was recommended that the Board approve the amended code and direct the Clerk of the Board to notify the Desert Recreation District of the action taken.

The FY2016 Final Budget was discussed, with adjustments in the Operating, Enterprise, and CIP Budgets. The Operating Budget surplus decreased due to health and welfare expenses and workers' compensation rates. The CIP Budget deficit increased due to additional personnel expenses. The Enterprise Budget deficit decreased due to reduced part-time salaries. The Combined Budget shows a deficit, reducing the projected ending fund balance. The final FY2016 Budget ensures priorities are funded and improves program and service performance.