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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.1 DRAFT minutes from 06-18-2012PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Draft Minutes CITY OF DUBLIN June 18, 2012 The June 18, 2012 Regular Meeting of the Parks & Community Services Commission was called to order at 7:02 p.m. at the Dublin Civic Center, Dublin, California, by Chair Elias. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chair Elias led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Commissioners (Cm.) Present: Commissioner Absent: ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Bafaiz, Boboc, Jones, Mack, Elias Totaro 3.1 BRIEF INFORMATIONAL ONLY REPORTS FROM SENIOR CENTER AND YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEES Senior Center Advisory Committee Cm. Mack reported that the Advisory Committee would be reaching out to local church groups to inform of Senior Center programs and activities. She stated that members of the Advisory Committee would also be providing information on Senior Center programs and activities at the Dublin: An All-American Anniversary event on July 21, 2012. She further reported that the Advisory Committee meeting for July 2012 has been cancelled. Youth Advisory Committee Cm. Bafaiz reported that the Youth Advisory Committee had an end-of--year social gathering in May 2012 to commemorate the end of the 2011-2012 term. 3.2 PUBLIC COMMENTS -None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4.1 April 16, 2012 On a motion by Cm. Boboc, seconded by Cm. Mack, and by a vote of 5-0-0 with Vice Chair Totaro absent, the Commission voted to approve the minutes of April 16, 2012 as presented. 4.2 May 21, 2012 On a motion by Cm. Jones, seconded by Cm. Mack, and by a vote of 5-0-0 with Vice Chair Totaro absent, the Commission voted to approve the minutes of May 21, 2012 as presented. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS -None PUBLIC HEARING -None UNFINISHED BUSINESS -None Draft P&CSC Meeting Minutes -June 18, 2012 -Page 2 of 3 NEW BUSINESS 8.1 Five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP), 2012-2017 Mr. Paul McCreary, Parks and Community Services Director, presented the specifics of the item as outlined in the Staff Report. Cm. Boboc asked if the family of Sean Diamond had been notified about the City's plans to name a park in his honor. Mr. McCreary stated that he would look into the matter. Cm. Mack asked if the residents in the area of the proposed Sean Diamond Park had been notified about the City's proposed plan to delay construction of the park for one year. Mr. McCreary stated that there are currently no homes near the proposed Sean Diamond Park area. He explained that the reasoning behind the proposed delay is to construct Fallon Village Neighborhood Park first, as the area around the park will have residential occupancies and be a significant distance from any neighborhood parks. Cm. Bafaiz asked about Public Impact Fees. Mr. McCreary explained that Public Impact Fees are development fees that support the required growth of the City's infrastructure, facilities, and parks. Cm. Jones stated that he is in favor of prioritizing the Emerald Glen Park Recreation and Aquatic Complex, Fallon Sports Park lower phase with a 90-foot baseball diamond, and the cemetery expansion. He stated that there is a community need for these projects and it is important to keep the community involved in the design process. Cm. Elias stated that the City should focus on the completion of the Fallon Sports Park remaining phases. He stated that if there is any flexibility with Quimby Act funds set aside for park land acquisition, these funds should be used for existing proposed projects that fulfill the current needs of the community. Mr. McCreary explained that the Parks and Recreation Master Plan indicates that there is a current deficit of park land that must be satisfied in order to comply with the requirements of the Master Plan. He stated that it is in the City's best interest to be financially prepared to meet this need when the opportunity arises. Cm. Jones stated that future plans to construct a theatre in the City should be removed in favor of working with the Dublin Unified School District (DUSD) on an agreement for use of the DUSD's proposed theatre and arts building. Mr. McCreary stated that Staff has had preliminary discussions with the DUSD about the potential for community use of the Performing Arts Center. Cm. Elias asked how funds from the 2012 voter-approved Measure E school bond would affect the City's plans for the addition of a competition pool as part of the Emerald Glen Park Recreation and Aquatic Complex. Mr. McCreary stated that in the event the City and the DUSD are able to come to an agreement regarding the use and access of the competition pool planned for Dublin High School, the City would discontinue its plans for a competition pool as part of the Emerald Glen Park Recreation and Aquatic Complex. He further explained that the Aquatics Fee from development in eastern Dublin can only be used for aquatic facilities in eastern Dublin and cannot be used for facilities in western Dublin. Cm. Mack suggested that since the Dublin BART stations will be providing shuttle rides to the premium outlets shopping center currently under construction in Livermore, perhaps the City could work with the shuttle services to include rides to the Dublin neighborhood and community parks. On a motion by Cm. Jones, seconded by Cm. Mack, and by a vote of 5-0-0 with Commissioner Totaro absent, the Commission voted to confirm project priorities as proposed by Staff for recommendation to the City Council. Draft P&CSC Meeting Minutes -June 18, 2012 -Page 3 of 3 OTHER BUSINESS 9.1 BRIEF INFORMATION ONLY REPORTS FROM PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSIONERS AND/OR STAFF Cm. Jones expressed concern that the rose garden at Emerald Glen Park is getting trampled during the Farmers' Markets, and suggested that it be roped-off during these events. Mr. McCreary stated that he would look into the matter. Cm. Boboc stated that he will not be available for the August, September, and October 2012 Commission meetings. Cm. Elias stated that the Farmers' Markets at Emerald Glen Park are well attended; however, it appears that there are fewer vendors. He asked if the setup for the outdoor movie nights changed from last year. Mr. McCreary stated that he would look into the matter. Mr. McCreary and Ms. Cronin provided program and project updates. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:08 PM. Respectfully submitted, Rhonda Franklin Administrative Aide APPROVED: Chairperson