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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-21-2009 Approved PCSC Minutes PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Minutes CITY OF DUBLIN September 21, 2009 The September 21, 2009 meeting of the Parks & Community Services Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. at the Dublin Civic Center, Dublin, California, by Chair Jones. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chair Jones led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Commissioners (Cm.) Present: Jones, Guarienti, Arcuri, Elias, Muetterties, Totaro Commissioners Absent: None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 3.1 SUMMER NATURE DAY CAMP PRESENTATION Mr. Henry Siu, Recreation Coordinator, summarized the outcome of the Summer Nature Day Camp program offered this past summer. Cm. Elias asked about the age ranges for the Camp. Mr. Siu stated that there was a large concentration of fifth graders. Cm. Totaro asked about the three weeks that the Camp had to be cancelled due to low enrollment. Mr. Siu stated that the low enrollment was probably due to conflicts with scheduled family vacations and an increase in the number of other camps offered during those weeks.. Vice Chair Guarienti complimented Staff on the positive feedback received from Camp Staff members, program participants, and volunteers. He suggested expanding the program to sixth and seventh graders. 3.2 BRIEF INFORMATIONAL ONLY REPORTS FROM SENIOR CENTER AND YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEES Senior Center Advisory Committee Vice Chair Guarienti reported that the Committee received information on the Senior Center's budget, received a presentation from Senior Support of the Tri-Valley on the services the organization provides, and received a demonstration on how to use Skype video streaming. Youth Advisory Committee Cm. Arcuri reported that during the past two meetings the Advisory Committee discussed starting a tutoring program, raising money for the Youth Fee Assistance program, re-designing the teen website, and selecting the monthly teen events for the year. 3.3 PUBLIC COMMENTS—None P&CSC Meeting Minutes — September 21, 2009 Page 2 of 4 APPROVAL OF MINUTES—July 20, 2009 On a motion by Cm. Muetterties, seconded by Vice Chair Guarienti, and by a vote of 5-0-1 with Cm. Elias' abstention, the Commission voted to approve the minutes of July 20, 2009 as presented. Cm. Elias abstained from the vote due to his absence during the July 20,2009 meeting. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS—None PUBLIC HEARING—None UNFINISHED BUSINESS—None NEW BUSINESS 8.1 REQUEST FROM DUBLIN LITTLE LEAGUE TO CONSTRUCT BULLPENS AT THE DUBLIN SPORTS GROUNDS Ms. Diane Lowart, Parks and Community Services Director, presented the specifics of the item as outlined in the Staff Report. Mr. Danny Maloney, from Dublin Little League, attended the meeting and made himself available for questions. Cm. Elias asked if the bullpens would be locked or open to the public. Mr. Maloney stated that the bullpens would be open to the public. Cm. Guarienti pointed out a potential pinch point between the proposed bullpen on the first base side and the batting cage. Mr. Maloney stated that they would be willing to move the bullpen to provide better clearance. Ms. Lowart stated that all parties involved would meet onsite to adjust and finalize the plans. Cm. Elias asked if the area around home plate in the bullpens would be clay, and Mr. Maloney said yes. On motion by Cm. Elias, seconded by Cm. Totaro, and by a vote of 6-0-0, the Commission voted to recommend to the City Council approval of the project with a modification to the location of the first base side bullpen. 8.2 BRAY COMMONS PUBLIC ART Ms. Diane Lowart, Parks and Community Services Director, presented the specifics of the item as outlined in the Staff Report. Vice Chair Guarienti stated that he agrees with the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission recommendation, and City Council decision to remove the leaves from the artwork. He added that the artwork would remain a nice structure without the dangling leaves. 8.3 UPDATE ON CITY COUNCIL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Mr. Paul McCreary, Assistant Director of Parks and Community Services, presented the specifics of the item as outlined in the Staff Report. P&CSC Meeting Minutes — September 21, 2009 Page 3 of 4 Cm. Totaro asked how the goal to "Study the feasibility of developing a Lacrosse team, classes, training for youth, etc." was generated. Mr. McCreary explained that this goal was generated by the City Council. Vice Chair Guarienti asked about the attendance for the Senior Center Saturday programs. Mr. McCreary stated that Staff does not have the official numbers yet; however, Staff would continue to promote the program through various tools such as press releases. Vice Chair Guarienti commented that he hopes the City and Dublin Unified School District (DUSD) could work out an agreement whereby the City and the community could utilize the future performing arts center at Dublin High School. Cm. Muetterties asked about the Altamont Open Space funding for the goal to "Identify and secure sources of funding for land acquisition in the western hills for an Open Space Area." Ms. Diane Lowart, Parks and Community Services Director, explained that the City has an opportunity to apply for a limited amount of funding through a negotiated settlement agreement that involved the Altamont Land Fill. OTHER BUSINESS 9.1 BRIEF INFORMATION ONLY REPORTS FROM PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSIONERS AND/OR STAFF Cm. Totaro expressed his concerns regarding some irrigation problems at the Dublin Sports Grounds. Ms. Lowart indicated she would follow up with the park maintenance staff. Cm. Elias stated that a 90-foot baseball diamond at the Fallon Sports Park would generate money for the City and indicated that he would continue to advocate for the diamond in a future phase of the park. He reported that he was an announcer for the 2009 Senior Olympic Games, and attended one of the City's Movie Nights Under the Stars event. Vice Chair Guarienti reported that he attended the Senior Center Advisory Committee's promotional booth setup in front of Safeway, attended the City's second poetry reading event, led the Senior Center's Saturday "Talk & Walk" program, led the Trail Trekkers annual anniversary hike at Martin Canyon, and attended the Day on the Glen Festival on Saturday. Cm. Arcuri reported that the Dive-in Movie would be held on Friday, and the Dublin High School Homecoming carnival would be held on October 2, 2009. Chair Jones reported that he accepted the proclamation for "July is Parks and Recreation Month" from the City Council, and attended the Day on the Glen Festival on Sunday. Ms. Lowart provided updates on the Dublin Historic Park project, Fallon Sports Park project, and the renovation of the Dublin Sports Grounds. Cm.Totaro asked if the scope of the Dublin Sports Grounds project had been determined. Ms. Lowart indicated that the project was based on input received from Dublin Little League and Dublin United Soccer League in 2007. Mr. McCreary stated that the Swim Center would be closing for the season at the end of the month, and provided an update on the removal the Emerald Glen Activity Center—Building B at Emerald Glen Park. P&CSC Meeting Minutes — S +.ember 21, 2009 Page 4 of 4 ADJOURNMENT Being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Rhonda Franklin Administrative Technician APPOVED: Chairperson