HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-19-2004 Approved PCSC MinutesCITY OF DUBLIN
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES OF: JULY 19, 2004
The meeting of the Parks and Community Services Commission was called to order at 7:04p.m. at the Dublin Civic
Center, Dublin, California, by Chairperson Flores.
Pledge of Allegiance
Chairperson Flores led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call
Commissioners Present: Flores, Jones, Guarienti, Hildenbrand, Cain and Smith
Oral Communications
3.1 Administration of Oath of Office to newly appointed Commissioner Erik Smith by City Clerk
Kay Keck, City Clerk, administered the Oath of Office to newly appointed Commissioner Erik Smith.
The Commissioners welcomed him and briefly introduced themselves. Cm. Smith stated that he served on the
Youth Advisory Committee and works with the ROC Program.
3.2 Recognition of Outgoing Commissioner Olek Pawlowski
Chair Flores stated that since Mr. Pawlowski has not arrived as yet, this item is deferred.
3.3 Brief Informational Only Reports from Senior Center
Mary Lou Bielke, Senior Center Advisory Committee, reported that the Step Out for Seniors has improved since
the previous year and the Committee is working on improving it for next year. The Quarterly Report shows that
overall attendance has increased.
The Centers short trips have been popular and are sold out in advance. Having the van has helped to make this
program very successful. In September the fees for the Senior Center programs will be increasing. This will be the
first fee adjustment in two years. The Committee has been asked to appoint a representative to participate in the
Camp Parks Strategic Visioning process. Committee member Elsie Jennings was appointed and she (Bielke) was
appointed to be the alternate.
Youth Advisory Committee Report
Cm. Smith reported that the Committee had their year-end meeting in June and is scheduled to start-up again in
September. There is nothing to report at this time.
Approval of Minutes – June 21, 2004
Cm. Guarienti referred to the following items requiring correction: 1) Page 6, Paragraph 4 - should be corrected to
reflect that he asked Lowart why is the “Amador Valley Boulevard between Stagecoach Road and Dougherty Road
not scheduled to be completed until 2006-07”? 2) Page 6, Paragraph 5, should be corrected to reflect that he stated
that the “road along Alamo Creek should be listed as an emergency vehicle access road” not a bike path, and 3)
Page 7, Last Paragraph - the date of the meeting is the 19th not the 6th.
ON A MOTION BY CM. HILDENBRAND, SECONDED BY CM. GUARIENTI, AND BY MAJORITY VOTE,
THE COMMISSION VOTED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES AS CORRECTED. AYE – 4 ABSTAIN – 2
(SMITH AND FLORES)
Written Communications - None
Public Hearing
6.1 Amendments to Fee Schedules
Parks and Community Services Manager Paul McCreary reported that the Parks and Community Services
Department develops programs in which registration fees will at least cover direct program costs. During Fiscal
Year 2004-2005, the Parks and Community Services Department is expected to generate over $1.2 million in
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revenue from fees charged for programs, services, and facility rentals. The proposed fee increases are necessary to
meet this projection. McCreary briefly summarized the fee proposed fee increases by program area.
Teen Program
Programs supported by the Teen Budget include Recreation on Campus, Roaming Activities for Teens, the Youth
Advisory Committee, Dub Town Jam, a new Teen Bowling League and ten Teen events per year. The City will be
expanding the ROC program during the upcoming school year to include an additional 15-minutes per day, as well
as an additional day of program on Fridays. Staff proposes increases averaging 20% for the ROC program. During
the spring of 2005, the City will be implementing a new teen coed bowling league so a new fee is being added to
the teen resolution. A fee of $48.00 per person is needed to fully offset the operational costs for the bowling
league.
Playground Program
The City’s Playground programs include Camp Shannon, Fun in the Sun, After School Recreation, and the Junior
Leader Program. Staff proposes increasing Playground program fees an average of 8% and discontinuing the
second child discount for Camp Shannon.
Dublin Swim Center Programs
Staff proposes fee increases averaging 9% for the Swim Center programs. The most significant increases are
proposed for the Learn-to-Swim program. Staff proposes increasing the Water Exercise Program fees $0.50 per
class. The proposed fees for the Junior Lifeguard and Lifeguard Training courses are higher due to increased costs
for textbooks and materials. Staff recommends increasing the annual Family Pass rate to the market average of
$125. Fee increases for the Swim Center would not be in effect until the 2005 season next spring.
Adult Sports
The City offers leagues, tournaments and open gym as part of the Adult Sports Program. Staff proposes fee
increases averaging 3% to offset additional costs associated with higher salary and benefit costs as well as increased
contract costs for officials. Staff proposes decreasing the fee for Open Gym to attract more customers and deleting
the punch pass for Open Gym.
Youth Sports Programs
Youth Sports Programs include Teeball, Basketball Leagues and Clinics, Volleyball, and Summer Sports Camps.
Staff proposes increasing fees an average of 10% for the Youth Sports Programs to offset anticipated cost increases.
Senior Center Programs
Programs at the Senior Center are low in cost to facilitate participation by all residents. The last adjustment to the
Senior Center fees was implemented two years ago. Staff is proposing fee increases ranging from $0.25 to $4.00.
The average fee increase is $0.82, which is nominal compared to the 42% increase in operational costs over the
past two-years. In addition, food supply costs have increased by 18% in the past year. The fee increases are
necessary to help stabilize the escalating operational costs. Since many of the August programs have already been
advertised, Staff recommends making the Senior Center increases effective September 1, 2004.
Parks and Community Services Director Diane Lowart indicated that paragraph 6 of Resolution No. 05-04 should
indicate that the fee schedule is effective beginning with the 2005 season. Resolution 08-04 should indicate that the
fee schedule is effective September 1, 2004.
ON A MOTION BY CM. JONES, SECONDED BY CM. CAIN AND BY UNANIMOUS VOTE, THE
COMMISSION VOTED TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTIONS AS CORRECTED ADOPTING THE FEE
SCHEDULES FOR THE TEEN, PLAYGROUND, SWIM CENTER, ADULT SPORTS, YOUTH SPORTS AND
SENIOR CENTER PROGRAMS.
Unfinished Business
7.1 Emerald Glen Park Phase III Design
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Parks and Facilities Development Coordinator Rosemary Alex reported that the design of Emerald Glen Park Phase
III began in fiscal year 2003-2004 with construction to commence in fiscal year 2004-2005. The Emerald Glen
Park Master Plan incorporates two soccer fields; one little league field; picnic area; restrooms; street frontage
improvements and parking in Phase III. On June 2, 2004 the first of two public workshops was held to receive
input on the design for the park. The City’s consultants Carducci and Associates prepared three conceptual designs
for the site that incorporate the park program elements, as well as some alternative elements such as bocce ball and
cricket. At the meeting the community voted on layout preferences and specific design elements for the park. On
June 21, 2004 the Parks and Community Services Commission had an opportunity to express their preferences on
the design.
Alex stated that for the second public workshop Carducci and Associates incorporated the results of the first public
workshop and the Parks and Community Services Commission meeting into the preferred scheme. On July 12,
2004 the preferred scheme was presented at a second public workshop for further input. One of the primary
concerns was the proximity of the group picnic area to Persimmon Drive and the potential impact to street parking.
One option is to look at relocating the group picnic area adjacent to the proposed little league field. In response to
the public comment Carducci and Associates prepared the alternative diagram scheme. The alternative diagram
scheme reflects the ideal orientation of the little league field.
A secondary issue brought forth was the potential use of the slide by skateboarders. She directed the Commission’s
attention to attachment 3 to show that the slide includes skateboard deterrent hoops.
Vince Lattanzio, Carducci & Associates, briefly summarized the background of the original Phase III Master plan.
He stated that the schemes and preferences of the public and the preference of the Parks and Community Services
Commission were merged into two schemes. The second public meeting then brought forth the preferred scheme.
He reviewed the orientation of the little league field and the advantages and disadvantages with the alternative
diagram scheme.
Public Input
Eugene Skoropowski, 4691 Summer Glen Drive, stated that he attended the last neighborhood meeting. There were
major concerns raised by the residents regarding undesirable activities around the existing walkway through the
creek. In addition there was concern regarding the location of the picnic area, as there would be a potential for
Persimmon to be used as an alternate parking lot. Concerns were also raised with regard to the location of the
restrooms, which would make it difficult for the Police to monitor activities there. He stated that he would support
and endorse the alternate scheme, which addresses the picnic area and restroom concerns.
Cybil Arnold, 4527 Sandyford Court, stated that she is the President of the homeowners association for the
condominiums on Glynnis Rose and Central Parkway. The residents of her community have expressed concerns of
an overload of parking in their condominium community. She asked how do you determine how much parking will
be in this phase and how do you know if it is adequate?
Lattanzio stated that they provided a detailed community and aquatic center parking study that incorporated the
future build out for the entire park. The study was compared to five other facilities of similar character and nature
that have already been built. The parking study determined that there was a need for more parking than originally
planned for in the Master Plan. At build-out of the park, a total of 650 spaces will be provided.
Arnold asked if the 650 parking spaces are for the entire park or by phase. Lattanzio replied, for the entire park.
Arnold stated that she is curious why the area directly west of the existing park was never considered for parking.
Lattanzio stated that the area in question is considered a necessity as part of the environmental programs as a bio-
basin to filter the water from run-off from rains and irrigation. The bio-basin is a part of a State and Federal
mandate for the Clean Water Act.
Arnold stated that it is suffice to say her homeowners association does have some concern for overflow parking that
could impact the community. They are supportive of the park, but the ingress/egress is also going to have a
demand on Glynnis Rose that was never anticipated and is somewhat problematic for them.
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Robin Albarran, 4856 Swinford Court, stated that she is a member of Ms. Arnold’s association. She stated that she
is concerned about the restroom locations. She believes that the restrooms indicated in the alternate scheme are too
far away. She feels that the Aquatic Center is going to be the crown jewel of the park and it would be a shame if
the Aquatic Center gets short changed in the alternate scheme.
Leron Bachmeier, 4851 Swinford Court, suggested that turnstiles be installed to reduce the traffic impact on
Persimmon. We have a nice design with good use of open space and for potential development. Feels the design is
aesthetically pleasing.
Hildie Bachmeier, 4851 Swinford Court, stated that she does a lot of walking around the park. She has noticed that
on the weekends, the picnic areas are well used. If we are going to lose the picnic area, we need to have picnic
tables somewhere else in the park. There are a few picnic tables near the children’s play area and room for a few
more. The area adjacent to the bathrooms and concession building would be ideal, as there are trees there for
shade.
Tom Watanabe, 5254 Persimmon Drive, concurred with Eugene Skoropowski’s comments. He indicated that he
was concerned about noise in the park from the group picnic area rented or loaned out for organized parties. If the
group picnic area is rented or loaned for an event with 200 people, the wind from the west carries the noise to the
homes. He suggested that the group picnic area be moved away from the homes.
Commission Input
Cm. Cain asked what brought about the realignment or change in the Little League preferred scheme to the
alternate scheme.
Lattanzio stated that there were a series of issues. For one, the Commission desired more space and less program
space along the perimeter, which is considered to be the natural edge along the creek way.
Cm. Guarienti asked if it is really better from the ballplayers point of view, to have the realignment.
Lattanzio stated that it is slightly improved from the pitchers standpoint, giving a safer level of ball security without
impacting other surrounding uses.
Cm. Hildenbrand stated that at the last meeting, the Commission spent a great deal of time to try to come up with a
scheme that would accommodate what the Master Plan called for, as well as seriously taking into consideration the
expansion of the Aquatic Center. It was the goal of the City Council to expand the Aquatic Center to make it
unique to our community. She is concerned that if we significantly change the plans, in all likelihood we are going
to lose the Little League field, a picnic area and a bocce ball court. She would prefer to see the Little League field
go and find another park location for it. She understands the concerns regarding parking on Persimmon Drive, and
the Commission did give serious consideration to Glynnis Rose. She would like to come up with some solution
tonight that would make the residents as well as people who worked on the Master Plan happy. Perhaps we need to
reduce the group picnic area and find a space for bocce ball. The location of the group picnic area is problematic,
because when the trees mature it would create a problem area for Police to patrol.
Cm. Guarienti stated that he really struggled with this quite a bit. He suggested at the last meeting to look at an
option that places the picnic area in another location for less impact. When he looks at the original design, it was to
have less buildings and structures and a picnic area that could utilize the ambience of that end of the park.
The restrooms should be placed near the play area and picnic areas. He is concerned that if we move the picnic
area to the other location, we might lose it to the expansion of the Aquatic Center. Scheme II and the alternate plan
allow access for drop-off and pickup. We can’t keep people from parking on the streets. He likes the location of
the picnic area next to the play area in the original scheme.
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Cm. Steve Jones stated that Little League field in the alternative scheme is going to have balls blown by the wind
and will impact the bocce ball court and the group picnic area. He concurred with Cm. Hildebrand that we should
do away with the Little League field. He asked if the group picnic area could be moved down any further.
Lattanzio stated that if you do away with the ball field and move the group picnic area, it would be very exposed.
The winds would blow across the soccer fields and into the picnic area creating a very unpleasant experience.
Robyn Albarran asked if the corridor path could be locked to help the residents on Persimmon Drive feel a little
safer. Lowart stated that if you are referring to the staircase crossing, it is under the City’s jurisdiction. The gates
are closed when the water gets too high.
Eugene Skoropowski stated that he lives at the end of the street and the area in question is the major means of
access for the skateboarders to access the skateboard park. It is very well used. The gate was locked when the
water was high, but it did not prevent people walking around the end of the fence. It is not a securable area. If the
ball field was eliminated and the picnic area moved, couldn’t trees be added?
Lattanzio stated that one issue would be connectivity. When you have a play area and picnic area it is very
important that it be centralized. It is not a stand-alone area. It needs to connect and serve the rest of the park
elements.
Cm. Steve Jones stated that he concurs with the need for the deterrent hoops on the slide, however feels that
skateboarders will attempt to jump over them. Lattanzio stated that perhaps we can use some element to connect
the hoops, as long as it maintains a light airy feel and is open.
Chair Flores asked if there is an estimate of the distance on the alternate diagram for the restroom from the play
area.
Lattanzio stated that that the distance is about 350 feet. Chair Flores asked what is the distance between the
existing play area to the restroom. Lattanzio replied, about 600-700 feet.
Chair Flores stated that when she received her agenda packet and saw the alternate diagram, she was horrified.
There are just too many things, it is just too busy. She is leaning towards eliminating the little league field. If we
eliminate the ball field, does it have to be circular? Can we put in a group picnic area that will accommodate the
number of people we want and not impede on the hopeful aquatic center expansion?
Lattanzio stated that you could do that in the preferred scheme, where there is more flexibility for the picnic area.
When the aquatic center goes in, it does not have to go in as a block. There is flexibility in the preferred scheme
to accommodate everything.
Chair Flores stated that in the scheme reviewed last week, the bio-basin was located further east. One of the
comments at that meeting was that the seniors would be utilizing the bocce courts. As indicated on the preferred
scheme, it looks like it would be quite a walk for them. Is it possible to move the bocce courts where they were?
Lattanzio stated that they looked at the natural grading and it is the low point for the whole park. We would have
an uphill battle to move the low spot away. If we accept it, it would create a less adjustment to the natural existing
conditions, allowing us to filter the water to its release points.
Chair Flores stated that it seems we are struggling here to try to provide a community park that makes the
community happy and also provides the amenities we need in the space available. The little league field seems to
be taking up the space we are talking about. The final decision is the City Councils; however the Commission’s job
responsibility is to make recommendations to them. It seems we’re being asked to pick either the preferred scheme
or the alternative scheme without changing anything.
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Lowart interjected and stated that the Commission does not have to choose either/or and if they would like the plan
modified in a way not shown those recommendations will go forward to the Council.
Chair Flores asked is there a big deal aesthetically if the restroom is moved to the other side of the group picnic
area closer to the south side instead of the north side? Lattanzio replied, no.
Cm. Cain asked if the trees and foliage as they mature create a sound barrier. Lattanzio replied, yes.
Chair Flores asked the Commission if they are at a point to make a decision on moving the group picnic area.
Cm. Cain stated that he wants to leave the group picnic area right where it is. Cm. Guarienti, Smith and Flores
concurred. Cm. Jones stated that he would like to see a plan with it moved. Cm. Hildenbrand concurred.
Lowart requested the Commission’s rational in regards the relocation of the little league field. If the majority of the
Commission wishes to leave the group picnic area where it is, then why do away with the baseball field?
Cm. Hildenbrand stated that the idea was that we would potentially develop that area. It would be better to leave it
as open space, then to build the field and then remove it. If the aquatic center does not expand into that area as we
think it might, we can always put in the ball field in the future.
Alex stated that if the little league field was kept where it is and we got approval through the process, we would
start construction documents and show the little league field as an alternate. In about 6-8 months from now when
we go out for bid we would have the answer to that question of whether to construct the field.
Lattanzio stated that he shares the concern of the Commission about the maximum future flexibility for expansion.
The jewel will be this facility and it will be the heart of this park. It is important that you do not restrict that. The
goal from day one for moving the little league field was to accommodate a program use that would be most easily
relocated and least missed. However this does not mean that it is not needed. It was programmed as part of the
park for a very good reason. As Ms. Lowart mentioned, it would have to be relocated to another facility, which is
best when there is a rationale of an expansion purpose for the area it was to take up.
Cm. Jones asked if we show it on the documents that we are going to build it, do we know for sure that we are
going to know about the Aquatic Center before we go to construction.
Lowart stated that before we had the issue with the Shannon Community Center, we were hoping to have started
the study this month. However with the closing of the Shannon Community Center, it has put us a month behind.
Staff is hopeful that we will be getting ready to go out to bid or awarding the bid at the same time that the Council
will be making the decision on whether or not to look at an expanded facility. Until the Council takes an action on
the Shannon Community Center report, which is on their agenda tomorrow night, she does not know the answer to
that.
CM. GUARIENTI MOVED TO APPROVE THE PREFERRED SCHEME WITH THE CAVEAT THAT IF
THE AQUATIC CENTER REQUIRES THE LOCATION, THAT THE LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD NOT BE
CONSTRUCTED.
The motion died due to a lack of a second.
CM. JONES MOVED, SECONDED BY GUARIENTI TO ACCEPT THE PREFERRED SCHEME AS
PROPOSED WITH THE ELIMINATION OF 1.5 ACRES TO THE EAST OF THE PATHWAY TO BE USED
FOR THE EXPANSION OF THE AQUATIC CENTER IN PHASE 4 & 5. VOTE: AYE–5/OPPOSED-1
(HILDENBRAND)
3.2 Recognition of Outgoing Commissioner, Olek Pawlowski (taken out of order)
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Chair Flores presented a Certificate of Recognition to Olek Pawlowski for his dedicated service as a Park and
Community Services Commissioner for the City of Dublin. McCreary reported that Olek was voted the Employee
of the Week at the Dublin Swim Center.
Olek thanked the Commission for the Certificate of Recognition and stated that he enjoyed his time on the
Commission. He wished Erik “Good Luck”.
New Business
8.1 Winter 2004 Quarterly Report
McCreary summarized the programs conducted during winter 2004.
Shannon Center Preschool
The Shannon Center Preschool is a recreational preschool that provides opportunities for social and educational
development in a well-supervised environment. Three 12-week sessions are offered each year. During Session II,
all three preschool classes filled with 20 children each. The Kinder-Prep program only had 8 children registered,
which was a decrease of four compared with the prior year. Highlights of the winter session included a special
month-long celebration of the children’s cultures and ethnic backgrounds.
PLAYGROUND PROGRAMS
After School Enrichment
The After School Enrichment program features a new topic every other week. The program is held in the Dublin
Library Community Room and participants are encouraged to check out a book from the library before or after each
A.S.E. class to learn more about each week’s topic. The program had 36 participants during the winter, or an
average of 12 children per class.
Winter Break Camp Shannon
Winter Break Camp Shannon is a full-day camp for children in first through fifth grades that includes a variety of
recreational, social, and educational activities in one fun place. Registration for Winter Break Camp was similar to
last year with 26 children.
TEEN PROGRAMS
Recreation on Campus (ROC)
The Recreation on Campus (R.O.C.) program provides recreational activities at Wells Middle School in an elective
format. Activities offered during Session II included homework club, basketball, cheer & dance combo, break
dancing, self-defense and an exercise class. Although the program served an average of 47 youth each day,
registration for ROC decreased this winter because the cooking and ceramics classes could not be offered due to the
lack of an instructor.
Teen Events
During the winter the teen program offered four teen events including a Karaoke and Pizza night, Capture the
Cauldron Night, Teen Solar Extreme Bowling and a Q-Zar Night. An average of 32 teens participated in each
event.
YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAMS
Youth Basketball League
The Dublin Youth Sports League (DYSL) basketball program is for boys in first through tenth grades and girls in
first through eighth grades. This season, a new Boys 9th and 10th grade league was added. The DYSL basketball
program continued its association with the Junior Warriors, a community youth program sponsored by the Golden
State Warriors.
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A team from Dublin’s league was selected to participate in the 2nd Annual Junior Warriors Classic on April 9, 2004.
Dublin has been selected both years for the Classic (which is limited to only two teams from throughout Northern
California). The Warriors’ criterion for selecting teams was based on attitude, teamwork and sportsmanship. The
Classic was played at the Oakland Arena prior to a game. The players attended the Warriors game that followed
and were recognized at halftime in front of 17,000 fans.
The Wells Multi-purpose room was used to accommodate more teams this season and with the addition of the new
older boys league participation grew to 535 participants and 54 teams. This was an increase of 12% over last
year’s 476 participants and 48 teams, and a 50% increase over 5-years. With existing space limitations, a
maximum of 60 teams is feasible without making some modifications to the league format. Participation in the pre-
season youth basketball clinics increased by 240%. This was due to the addition of a multiple-session clinic that
was conducted by the Men’s Head Basketball coach at DHS.
LEISURE CLASSES
A total of 565 participants registered for Leisure Classes during winter 2004, which were a five-year high and a 3%
increase over last year.
SENIOR CENTER
Attendance at the Senior Center totaled 6,328 during the Winter Quarter, which is the same as last year.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa is a family-oriented special event co-sponsored with the Dublin High School Band Boosters.
The City provided the facility, decorations, novelty items, staffing, and promotions for the event. The Band
Boosters provided a breakfast of pancakes, sausage, juice, fruit, milk and coffee. Registration for this event
decreased this year, which may be attributable to the fact that the family discount registration fee was discontinued.
Community Tree Lighting Ceremony
The 20th Annual Community Tree Lighting Ceremony was held at the Dublin Library. Estimated attendance at this
year’s event was 350. The decrease in attendance was possibly due to the wet weather.
Letters from Santa
For the ninth year, the “Letters from Santa” program was offered during the winter quarter. This year 53
personalized letters were mailed to children.
Cm. Jones asked what Little Buddy Bowling is. McCreary stated that it is a parent participation program.
We gave the program a cute name and since then the attendance has increased.
Cm. Jones stated that he is really glad to see the basketball program take off. It looks like the Dublin High School
coach has really helped out the program. McCreary stated that we had a 240% increase in registration when we
added a clinic with the high school coach this year, which was very popular.
Other Business
Brief INFORMATIONAL ONLY Reports from Parks & Community Services Commissioners and/or Staff
Cm. Guarienti stated that he was in Park City a couple of weeks ago. He was very impressed with the linear park
they have there. It runs along a creek and you can walk from the main street in town and along a trail. They have
historical structure, ball fields, and a football field, all incorporated in the park and all linear. He reported that East
Bay Regional Parks sent in a grant application for the trail and wanted a letter of support from the Trail Trekkers.
In talking to Jeff Rasmussen today, this is the trail under crossing Alamo Canal Trail that will go under 580 and
wind up in Pleasanton. East Bay Regional Parks did receive a letter of support from Ferd Del Rosario, Sr. Civil
Engineer with the City of Dublin.
Cm. Jones stated that he went out to Emerald Glen Park to see check out the restroom facilities. It must have been
a one-time weekend incident when he was out there last and found the restroom a mess, but it seems that they are
being kept clean for public use.
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Cm. Hildenbrand reported that she attended the Youth Sports Liaison meeting on July 14. Unfortunately the only
group that showed up was the Falcon Youth Football, who could not stay. None of the other sports team
representatives showed up. We either have outstanding communication with the youth leagues or they are just not
taking the time to attend the meetings. This is the second time they have not attended. The agenda included
progress reports on Bray Commons, Emerald Glen Park, Fallon Sports Park and rental policies.
Cm. Hildenbrand stated that her daughter participated in the UK International Soccer Camp last week. It was a
fabulous program. She talked to Rich Jochner about making it a policy to ask families to host the coaches.
Her family hosted two coaches. They were friendly, polite and joy to have in their home. She really hopes to see
the program back in the future.
Staff Reports
♣Lowart reported that the City Council will be receiving a report on the Shannon Community Center. If anyone
wants a copy of the report, one can be emailed to you. The report basically states that in order to remediate the
water intrusion and mold issues of the building, there is quite a bit of work that needs to be done at an estimated
cost of $3.9-$5.3 million for remediation.
Adjournment
Being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Renuka Dhadwal, Secretary
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Char Young, Administrative Technician
APPROVED:
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Chairperson