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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-15-2007 Approved PCSC Minutes CITY OF DUBLIN PARKS AND COMVIMUNITY.SERVICES COMMISSION MINUTES OF: October 15,2007 The October 15, 2007 meeting of the Parks and Community Services Commission was called to order at 7:00 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: Flores,Muetterties, Elias, Guarienti, and Lorenzo Commissioners Absent: Jones ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 3.1 BRIEF INFORMATIONAL ONLY REPORTS FROM SENIOR CENTER AND YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEES Senior Center Advisory Committee Ms. Delilah Vanderpool reported on the Committee's ongoing efforts to increase the number of Senior participants at the Senior Center. Cm. Guarienti added that Mr. Burr Cain, from the Senior Center Foundation, attended the meeting and is looking at ways to expand membership within the Foundation. Cm. Guarienti commended Mr. Paul McCreary, Parks and Community Services Manager, on putting together a nice planning workshop for the Senior Center Advisory Committee. He discussed the different marketing ideas that came out of the workshop. Youth Advisory Committee. Cm. Lorenzo reported that the Committee's first meeting was on September 26, 2007. She stated that the Committee discussed Committee procedures; revenue; and putting together various events at the Senior Center, Kolb Park, and other locations. 3.2 PUBLIC COMMENTS -None APPROVAL OF MINUTES—SEPTEMBER 17, 2007 On a motion by Cm. Muetterties, seconded by Chair Flores, and with Cm. Jones absent, the Commission voted to approve the minutes of September 17, 2007 as submitted. Cm. Elias and Cm. Guarienti abstained from the vote due to their absence during the September 17, 2007 meeting. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS—None PUBLIC HEARING—None UNFINISHED BUSINESS—None P&CSC Minutes—October 15, 2007 Page 2 of 4 NEW BUSINESS 8.1 DOUGHERTY HILLS DOG PARK Ms. Rosemary Alex, Parks and Facility Development Coordinator, presented the specifics of the item as outlined in the Staff Report. Cm. Elias asked about the quantity of area that would require additional work. Ms. Alex stated that an area about 15 feet wide and 100 feet long would require additional work. Cm. Guarienti asked about the maintenance history of the Park. Mr. Dean McDonald, MCE Maintenance Superintendent, explained that maintenance for the Park includes aeration twice per year, pre- and post- emergent weed control, fertilization, and regularly scheduled park maintenance. Cm. Guarienti asked about the compaction level of the soil. Mr. McDonald stated that due to the popularity of the park, the soil has been compacted so badly that the water that falls on the soil does not get a chance to be absorbed by the soil. Cm. Elias asked if similar problems are occurring at other dog parks in the City, and Mr. McDonald said no. Chair Flores asked if the vertical poles of the hurdle would remain. Ms. Alex sated that at this point, Staff has not received direction to remove the poles. Cm. Guarienti commented that he has not seen the hurdles being utilized. He asked if there were other features at the Park that are not being utilized as intended. Ms. Alex stated that during the times she has been to the park, she has not seen the agility course being utilized. Cm. Guarienti commented that at this point, the hurdle could very well be an obstacle rather than a hurdle. Cm. Muetterties stated that she would like to see another access point at the park. Ms. Alex pointed out the possible access points on the diagram. Mr. Mark Timberman, Dublin resident, stated that the artwork in the Park is located in the middle of the main dog path. He emphasized his enjoyment of the Dog Park and stated his desire for volunteer opportunities at the Park. Cm.-Muetterties asked if the artwork within the Park could be placed outside of the Park. Ms. Alex stated that the artwork's artist would have to be contacted to discuss the possibility of relocating the artwork. Cm. Muetterties asked if the artwork in the Small Dog Park has been an issue. Ms. Alex stated that, to date, no complaints about the artwork in the Small Dog Park have been received. Cm. Elias asked about the current costs of maintenance for the Park. Mr. McDonald stated that the current cost is about $6,400 per year. Mr. McCreary explained that the cost is a small amount because it is a first year budget and the current maintenance issues were not anticipated. Cm. Elias stated that long-term solutions to correct the problem areas of the Park, like installing artificial turf, should be explored given the popularity of the Park. P&CSC Minutes—October 15,2007 Page 3 of 4 Cm. Guarienti stated that he has seen the rear of the Park used as an access point when the Park is heavily used. He stated that he likes the idea of exploring another access point to the Park. He stated that another access point may not do much for the grass,but would make it more convenient for people to enter and exit the park. Cm. Guarienti stated that he agrees that exploring long-term solutions to correct the problem areas of the Park is a good idea. Cm. Guarienti stated that he is concerned about the large dogs running near the artwork. He stated that he would like to explore the idea of placing the artwork on the hillside outside of the Park. On a motion by Cm. Elias, seconded by Cm. Guarienti, with a vote of 5-0-0, with Cm. Jones absent, the Parks and Community Services Commission voted to request that Staff explore the following possibilities for the Large Dog Park: 1) Install artificial turf or another feasible long-term solution; 2) Relocate the artwork; and 3) Create a second access point. 8.2 SUMMER 2007 QUARTERLY REPORT Mr. Paul McCreary, Parks and Community Services Manager, gave the specifics of the item as outlined in the Staff Report. Cm. Elias highly commended Mr. McCreary on the report. He asked about the food distribution program at the Senior Center. Mr. McCreary gave a brief overview of the program and explained that it is volunteer operated and open to the public. Chair Flores suggested that Target be contacted for donations since they are located in the same parking lot. Cm. Guarienti commended the way Staff has structured the program over time. Cm. Elias . stated that he would like to make sure that Dublin residents are being served first and foremost without neglecting others in need. Cm. Guarienti congratulated Staff on the success of the leisure classes. He requested that Staff look into the closure signs being left out at the Bocce Ball courts following league play. He also requested that Staff look into the significant drop in Family Pass sales for the Swim Center. He stated that he is glad to see the Water Aerobics course back on track. He commended Mr. McCreary on the report and the extraordinary timeliness of the report. - Cm. Muetterties asked about private party rentals at the Swim Center. Mr. McCreary explained the process for renting the Swim Center for private parties. Cm. Lorenzo commented that the Father's Day picnic was very successful and should be continued. She stated that the majority of Swim Center visitors were from various summer camps. Cm. Lorenzo asked if the same Special Events would continue next year, and Mr. McCreary said yes. OTHER BUSINESS 9.1 BRIEF INFORMATION ONLY REPORTS FROM PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSIONERS AND/OR STAFF Cm. Elias reported that he is going to Arizona to play men's senior baseball for,the week. Cm. Guarienti commended the Commission's input on the Needs Assessment Survey. He.stated that he is participating in the Dublin Reads program and that it is a great program. P&CSC Minutes—October 15,2007 , Page4of4 Cm. Lorenzo requested that the barbeque area at Dolan Park be renovated. Mr. McCreary reported on the following: • The Needs Assessment Survey will go out next Monday. • Ms. Angela Gamez is the new Recreation Technician for Teens. • Interviews for the Graphic Technician have ended. • The Department is partnering with the Dublin Unified School District to potentially create a homework club program at the elementary school level. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business,the meeting was adjourned at 8:12 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Rhonda Franklin Administrative Technician APPROVED: ce! gov■ Chairperson