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Home My WebLink About06-03-1992 Approved P&CSC Minutes dikigAdoOmmuaftmHmiiRaVooftgiiktmaNqtpmg The June 3 , 1992 meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order at 7:30p.m. at the Civic Center, Dublin, California, by Chairperson, Steve Jones. Pledge of Allegiance Pledge of allegiance was led by Commissioner Jones. Roll Call Present: Commissioners Lockhart, Donnell, Downey, Sbranti & Jones Absetn: Commissioner Cahn (Arrived at 8: 05p.m. ) Oral Communications - None Approval of Minutes Commissioner Sbranti indicated that a portion of his statement on Page 4 of the minutes was not included. He stated that even though he agreed with Mark King that funds should be used towards those facilities that are used by the majority of the community, he also stated that "He would however consider the Heritage Center as an exception" . In addition, the minutes indicated that he voted as "not in favor" of the motion regarding not adding the Heritage Center to the Capital Improvement Program Priority List, when he actually "abstained" . IT WAS MOVED BY COMMISSIONER SBRANTI AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LOCKHART TO APPROVE THE MINUTES AS CORRECTED. (BY UNANIMOUS DECISION - COMMISSIONER CAHN ABSENT) Written Communications - None Old Business FY1992-93 Recreation Department Budget and 1992-97 Capital Improvement Program (Parks) Diane stated that the 1992-93 budget identifies the funds required to fund the current level of service. However due to a number of factors, Staff has projected that there will be insufficient General Fund Revenues to fund the current level of service. Therefore, the City Manager has recommended reducing the current service level by $166,039 . Although not recommended at this time, the following reductions have been identified, which the City Council may consider in lieu or in addition to cuts proposed by the City Manager: 1) Reducing the Senior Center Lunch Program from three days per week to two; 2) Reducing the number of Summer playground sites from three to two; and 3) Eliminating the Teen Program, saving a total of $24, 013. Due to the economic constraints facing the City in FY1992-93 , very little General Fund money is proposed for the Park Capital Improvement Program. The funding available within the timeframe of the CIP is $1,767,822 . Staff recommends that the following high priority projects, as ranked by the Commission, be funded: 1) Park & Recreation Master Plan, 2) Dublin Swim Center Bathhouse Renovation; 3) Mape Park Renovation; 4) Dublin High School Athletic Field Renovation; 5) Dublin Sports Grounds Renovation (Phase I & portion of Phase II) ; and 6) Murray School Athletic Field Renovation. Diane stated that three projects not prioritized by the Commission were 1) Swim Center Broiler/Heater Replacement, 2) Shannon Social Hall Floor • Replacement, and 3) the Heritage Center Renovation and Acquisition. Since the Heritage Center is a high priority of the City Council, the project priorities may change. MINUTES - JUNE 3 , 1992 PAGE TWO Commissioner Sbranti asked if the economy was to turn around, would the City be able to fund more projects? Diane replied, yes. Commissioner Sbranti asked if the $114, 448 for Shannon Center includes salaries? Diane replied, that it includes percentages of two full-time employees and the part-time building attendant staff, as well as the cost of utilities and contracted services, such as janitorial and supplies. Mark King asked what action did the Commission take on the Heritage Center? Randy Cahn replied that the Commission decided not to take any action until such time the property was acquired by the City. Mark King, DUSL, stated that he understands the job of the Parks & Recreation Commission is to review and make recommendations to the City Council. He asked how strongly does the City Council accept the Commissions recommendations? Diane replied, that the City Council concurs with the Commissions recommendations in almost all cases. Diane stated that the City Council will be conducting public meetings on June 9 and 11 for the purpose of review and adoption of the 1992-93 Preliminary Budget and Financial Plan, as well as the Proposed Five Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 1992-93 through Fiscal Year 1996-97. She encouraged the Commission to attend. New Business Appointment of Student Member to Parks & Recreation Commission Diane reported that Commissioners Lockhart and Cahn interviewed four (4) potential candidates for the Student Member on Tuesday, June 2. They are recommending the appointment of Jim Rasmussen as the Student Member to the Parks & Recreation Commission. Commissioner Cahn stated that the students interviewed were of a very high caliber, which made it difficult to make a decision. However, both he and Lockhart concurred on the selection of Jim Rasmussen. Commissioner Lockhart felt that Jim will make a good Commissioner and indicated that he is looking forward to having him on the Commission. Jim Rasmussen addressed the Commission stating that he is a Junior at Dublin High School, active as an Eagle Scout in Troop 905, a member of the Dublin Green Gators swim team, and active on St. Raymond's Church Pastorial Council. He is hoping to pursue a career in either Biology or Archaeology, and is looking forward to being active in City government. Commissioner Sbranti thanked Commissioner's Lockhart and Jones on a selection well made. He was sure that Jim would be a great asset to the Commission. IT WAS MOVED BY COMMISSIONER CAHN AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DONNELL TO ACCEPT THE SUB-COMMITTEE'S RECOMMENDATION OF JIM RASMUSSEN AS THE STUDENT MEMBER OF THE COMMISSION. (UNANIMOUS) Diane stated that the Commissions recommendation will go to the City Council on June 22 for formal appointment. Other Business Commissioner Downey asked if there was money available to plant shrubs along the San Ramon Road side of Shannon Park? Diane stated that the area in question might be where the park ends and the street begins, but will look into the matter. MINUTES - JUNE 3 , 1992 , PAGE THREE Commissioner Jones stated that there are weeds growing along the fence of the play area at Frederiksen School. He asked who is responsible for its maintenance? Diane stated that the School District is responsible, and that she would contact them regarding this matter. Commissioner Sbranti thanked the Commissioners for allowing him to serve on the Commission. He stated that he was impressed with the improvements the Commission has made over the years, particularly the quality of the parks, the classes & programs offered, improvements to school facilities, and the increased participation in the programs at the Senior Center. He stated that for future planning, he hopes that the Commission will give careful consideration to additional tennis courts in Dublin to meet the demand. He voiced his disappointment with the loss of the portable for the Teen Center at Wells, and felt that it should be a high priority in the future to purchase a portable as a permanent location for the Teen Center. Commissioner Donnell stated that it was a real pleasure having Tim on the Commission, and that it was an experience to working with someone so mature and farsighted. Commissioner Lockhart thanked Tim for his service on the Commission and felt he was a very active participant. Commissioner Jones thanked Tim for being on the Commission. Staff Reports - None Adjournment Commissioner Sbranti asked if he could be permitted to pound the gavel to close the meeting tonight? Commissioner Jones concurred. Being no further business, Tim Sbranti adjourned the meeting at 8 : 28p.m. Respectfully submitted, Char J. Youn Administrative Secretary