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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-14-2008 Approved PCSC Min CITY OF DUBLIN PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING ' MINUTES OF: February 14, 2008 The February 14, 2008 special meeting of the Parks & Community Services Commission was called to order at 7:25 p.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: Elias, Flores, Jones, Guarienti, and Muetterties Commissioners Absent: Lorenzo ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 3.1 BRIEF INFORMATIONAL ONLY REPORTS FROM SENIOR CENTER AND YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEES Senior Center Advisory Committee Ms. Diane Bonetti reported on the success of the following events: ¦ Senior Center New Year's Eve luncheon on January 10, 2008; ¦ Big Band event on January 12, 2008; ¦ Movie Night on January 28, 2008; ¦ First Super Bowl Party on February 3, 2008; ¦ Special Luncheon on February 7, 2008; and ¦ Friendship Luncheon on February 14, 2008. She reported that at the last meeting the Advisory Board discussed the Ambassador Program and the need for more volunteers. She further discussed the Committee's progress on the L.I.F.E. Program. Youth Advisory Committee - None 3.2 PUBLIC COMMENTS - None APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JANUARY 22, 2008 On a motion by Cm. Jones, seconded by Cm. Guarienti, and by a vote of 4-0-1, with Cm. Elias abstaining due to his absence during the January 22, 2008 meeting, and with Cm. Lorenzo absent, the Commission voted to approve the minutes of January 22, 2008 with one amendment brought forth by Cm. Guarienti. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None PUBLIC HEARING - None P&CSC Special Meeting Minutes - February 14, 2008 Page 2 of 3 UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None NEW BUSINESS 8.1 FALLON SPORTS PARK PHASE I DESIGN Ms. Rosemary Alex, Parks & Facilities Development Coordinator, gave the specifics of the project as outlined in the Staff Report. Mr. Bill Fee, Consultant, provided further information on the project. Chair Flores opened the floor to public comment. Mr. Anthony Totaro, with Dublin United Soccer League, expressed excitement for the project. He advocated synthetic turf for the first two fields. Mr. Jeff Thurman, with Dublin Little League, asked about field lighting for the project. Ms. Alex explained that due to project's budget, field lighting has not been included in the project scope. Mr. Thurman asked about the fencing distance on the fields. Ms. Alex explained that Staff is in the process of verifying the correct fencing distance for the fields. Mr. Thurman asked if there would be electricity for scoring booths, and Ms. Alex said yes. Hearing no further comments, Chair Flores closed the floor to public comment. Cm. Elias stated that he is proud to have been a part of this project from the beginning. He commended Staff and the Consultant on the overall project plans. He asked if plans for synthetic turf fields would include the installation of sprinkler systems in order to remove unsanitary wastes from the fields. Ms. Alex explained that Staff would investigate the need for a sprinkler system if synthetic turf is installed. Cm. Elias advocated synthetic turf fields for a more state of the art sports park. He stated that he hopes the City Council will view the project as a gem for the City as well as a potential revenue generator. He further stated that he believes it would be a mistake not to include a 90-foot baseball field that could accommodate players of all ages. Cm. Guarienti stated that he feels fortunate to have been a part of this project from the beginning. He stated that he is also happy with the overall project and supports synthetic turf fields. He suggested further consideration of the location of the bocce ball courts. He stated that carrying bocce balls any distance can be a chore and locating the courts closer to the parking lot would make it easier for all users. Cm. Jones stated that he is glad that the City is getting additional sports fields. He stated that he also likes the overall project plan and is in favor of synthetic turf fields. He stated that he would prefer to not include an area for dogs at the park since the City currently has two dog parks and there are several other dog parks within the Tri-Valley area. Cm. Muetterties stated that she also likes the project and is in favor of synthetic turf fields. Chair Flores stated that she concurs with the comments of the Commission. On a motion by Cm. Elias, seconded by Cm. Muetterties, and by a vote of 5-0-0 with Cm. Lorenzo absent, the Commission voted to recommend City Council approval of the Fallon Sports Park Phase I Design with synthetic turf installed on the first two soccer fields.