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CITY OF DUBLIN
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PA.ItKS AND CUMMUNITY SERVICES COIVIMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING
MINUTES dF: 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
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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 pians 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 feeis fortunate to have been a part of this project from the beginning. He stated that
he is aiso 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.
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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
far dogs at the park since the City cunently 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.
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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.
OTHER BUSINESS
9.1 BRIEF INFORMATION ONLY REPORTS FROM PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES
COMMISSIONERS AND/OR STAFF
Cm. Elias reported that he attended the Sports Liaison Committee meeting.
Cm. Guarienti reported that he attended the City's Downtown Walking Tour and an ACTIA (Alameda County
Transportation Improvement Authority) meeting.
Ms. Diane Lowart, Parks & Community Services Director, reminded the Commission that the Volunteer
Recognition dinner would be held next Friday evening at the Dublin Senior Center.
ADJOURNMENT
Being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m. .
Respectfully submitted,
Rhonda Franklin
Administrative Technician
APPROVED:
Chairperson