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Regular Meeting of the
CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. PRESENTATIONS
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
At this time, the public is permitted to address the Parks and Community Services
Commission on non-agendized items. Please step to the podium and clearly state your
name for the record. COMMENTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED THREE (3) MINUTES. In
accordance with State Law, no action or discussion may take place on any item not
appearing on the posted agenda. The Commission may respond to statements made or
questions asked, or may request Staff to report back at a future meeting concerning the
matter. Any member of the public may contact the Recording Secretary’s Office related to
the proper procedure to place an item on a future Parks and Community Services
Commission agenda. The exceptions under which the Commission MAY discuss and/or
take action on items not appearing on the agenda are contained in Government Code
Section 54954.2(b)(1)(2)(3).
CONSENT CALENDAR
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approval by the Parks & Community Services Commission with one single action.
Members of the audience, Staff or the Parks & Community Services Commission who
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request the Chair to remove the item.
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The Commission will consider approving the November 17, 2025, Parks and Community
Services Commission Regular Meeting minutes.
Approve the minutes of the November 17, 2025, Parks and Community Services
Commission Regular Meeting.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Minutes of the November 17, 2025, Parks and Community Services
Commission Regular Meeting
PUBLIC HEARING
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7. NEW BUSINESS
The Parks & Community Services Commission will review the 2025 “Deck the Homes”
Holiday Home Decorating Contest and vote to select contest winners.
Review contest applicants and select category winners for the 2025 “Deck the
Homes” Holiday Home Decorating Contest.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - 2025 Home Holiday Decorating Contest Flyer
STAFF AND COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Brief information only reports from the commission and/or Staff, including committee
reports and reports by the commission related to meetings attended at City expense
(AB1234).
ADJOURNMENT
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Mission
The City of Dublin promotes and supports a high quality of life, ensures a safe, secure, and
sustainable environment, fosters new opportunities, and champions a culture of equity,
diversity, and inclusion.
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STAFF REPORT
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
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Agenda Item 4.1
DATE: December 15, 2025
TO: Honorable Chair and Commissioners
FROM: Jackie Dwyer, Parks & Community Services Director
SUBJECT:
Approval of the November 17, 2025, Parks and Community Services
Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
Prepared by: Kim Bonato, Senior Office Assistant
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Commission will consider approving the November 17, 2025, Parks and Community
Services Commission Regular Meeting minutes.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the minutes of the November 17, 2025, Parks and Community Services Commission
Regular Meeting.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
The Commission will consider approval of the November 17, 2025, Parks and Community
Services Commission Regular Meeting minutes.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The Commission Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Minutes of the November 17, 2025, Parks and Community Services Commission Regular
Meeting
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MINUTES OF THE PARKS AND
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
Regular Meeting: November 17, 2025
Parks and Community Services Commission
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 17, 2025
A Regular Meeting of the Parks and Community Services Commission was held on
Monday, November 17, 2025, at the Peter W. Snyder City Council Chamber, 100 Civic
Plaza, Dublin, CA 94568. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairperson
Thornbury.
1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2) PRESENTATIONS – None.
3) PUBLIC COMMENT – None.
4) CONSENT CALENDAR
4.1) Approved the October 27, 2025, Parks and Community Services Commission
Special Meeting Minutes.
4.2) Received the Alameda County Library Quarterly Report for July-September 2025.
On a motion by Alternate Commissioner Sohi, seconded by Commissioner Routra, and
by unanimous vote, the Commission approved the Consent Calendar.
Attendee Name Status
Richard Thornbury, Chairperson Present
Sumit Aneja, Vice Chairperson Present
Sameer Hakim, Commissioner Present
Pradeep Routra, Commissioner Present
Joseph Washington, Commissioner Absent
Pawan Sohi, Alternate Commissioner Present
Sanjana Gidwani, Student Representative Absent
Attachment 1
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Parks and Community Services Commission
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 17, 2025
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVED BY: Pawan Sohi, Alternate Commissioner
SECOND: Pradeep Routra, Commissioner
AYES: Thornbury, Aneja, Hakim, Routra, Sohi
ABSENT: Washington, Gidwani
5) PUBLIC HEARING – None.
6) UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
7) NEW BUSINESS
7.1) Dublin Centre Neighborhood Park – Conceptual Design Presentation
The Commission received a presentation on the 2.01-acre Dublin Centre neighborhood
park conceptual design.
On a motion by Commissioner Hakim, seconded by Vice Chairperson Aneja, and by
unanimous vote, the Commission recommended the conceptual design plan as
presented to City Council for approval.
RESULT: RECOMMENDED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVED BY: Sameer Hakim, Commissioner
SECOND: Sumit Aneja, Vice Chairperson
AYES: Thornbury, Aneja, Hakim, Routra, Sohi
ABSENT: Washington, Gidwani
7.2) Community Bike Ride
The Commission received a presentation about the Community Bike Ride event and
provided feedback.
7.3) Selection of Names for Two New Parks within the Francis Ranch
Development
The Commission received a presentation regarding the names of two new
neighborhood parks located in the Francis Ranch development.
On a motion by Commissioner Hakim, seconded by Commissioner Routra, and by
unanimous vote, the Commission recommended, for City Council approval, Poppy
Meadow Park as the name for the future North park and Wild Wind Park as the name
for the future South park.
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Parks and Community Services Commission
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 17, 2025
RESULT: RECOMMENDED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVED BY: Sameer Hakim, Commissioner
SECOND: Pradeep Routra, Commissioner
AYES: Thornbury, Aneja, Hakim, Routra, Sohi
ABSENT: Washington, Gidwani
8) STAFF AND COMMISSIONER REPORTS
The Commission and Staff provided brief informational reports and project updates.
9) ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Thornbury adjourned the meeting at 8:38 PM.
Richard Thornbury,
Chairperson
Parks and Community Services
Commission
ATTEST:
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Jackie Dwyer
Parks and Community Services Director
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STAFF REPORT
Parks & Community Services Commission
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Agenda Item 7.1
DATE: December 15, 2025
TO: Honorable Chair and Commissioners
FROM: Jackie Dwyer, Parks & Community Services Director
SUBJECT:
2025 “Deck the Homes” Holiday Home Decorating Contest
Prepared by: Jennifer Li Marzi, Recreation Technician
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Parks & Community Services Commission will review the 2025 “Deck the Homes” Holiday
Home Decorating Contest and vote to select contest winners.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Review contest applicants and select category winners for the 2025 “Deck the Homes” Holiday
Home Decorating Contest.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funding for the “Deck the Homes” Holiday Home Decorating Contest is included in the Parks
and Community Services Department’s annual operating budget.
DESCRIPTION:
Background
The “Deck the Homes” Holiday Home Decorating Contest is intended to encourage and
celebrate residents who decorate their homes for the holiday season. The Parks and
Community Services Department organizes the program and enlists the Parks and Community
Services Commissioners to serve as the judges. The program was introduced in 2018, making
2025 its eighth and final season.
Individual homes are judged in seven categories. Category winners will receive a special Best
Holiday Decoration yard sign and a $50 gift certificate from a local business. All winners will be
invited to the January 13, 2026, City Council meeting to be recognized.
The contest is promoted via various communication channels, including social media platforms
and the City’s website. A map displaying each participant’s location is provided, and the link to
this map is also available on the City’s website.
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2025 “Deck the Homes” Program
At the October 27, 2025, Special Parks & Community Services Commission meeting, Staff and
Commissioners reflected on the program’s history and discussed the transition away from the
“Deck the Homes” contest after the 2025 season, as the City shifts its seasonal programming
focus to new events.
For the 2025 contest, and in recognition of the contest’s final year, Staff, based on
Commission recommendation, created an additional category, the GOAT Award – Honoring
the best of the best. This best-of-the-best award will honor the standout display that best
represents the spirit, creativity, and community pride the contest has celebrated since its
inception.
The submission deadline for the 2025 Contest was December 5, 2025, and judging took place
December 8 -11, 2025. 15 applications were received for the 2025 Contest.
Applicants were judged in the categories listed:
People’s Choice Award – Popular Vote
Winter Wonderland Award – Best Use of Music, Movement, and Technology
Spotlight Award – Judge’s Choice
Over-Inflated Award – Best Use of Inflatables
Dashing Debut Award – First-Year Contest Entry
Deck the Halls Award – Best Decorated Condo/Apartment/Balcony
GOAT Award – Honoring the Best of the Best
At the December 15, 2025, meeting of the Parks and Community Services Commission,
Commissioners will present their individual recommendations and then take a final vote to
select the winners.
Winners not present at the December 15, 2025, meeting will be notified on December 16,
2025.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The Commission Agenda was posted, and all applicants were notified.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) 2025 Holiday Home Decorating Contest Flyer
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CITY OF DUBLIN2025Holiday Home Decorating Contest
Do you have the most festive holiday display in town?
The City of Dublin invites Dublin residents to participate in the City’s Holiday Home Decorating
Contest. One winner will be chosen from each of the following categories:
•People’s Choice Award – best use of lights and color
•Winter Wonderland Award – best use of music, movement, and technology
•Over-In ated Award – best use of in atables
•Deck the Halls Award – best decorated apartment/condo/balcony
•Dashing Debut Award – rst year contest entry
• Spotlight Award – judges choice
• The GOAT Home Decorating Award - honoring the best of the best
Category winners will receive a special yard sign and a $50 gift certi cate from a local business.
Entry forms are available online at www.dublin.ca.gov/holidayhappenings.
The deadline to enter is Friday, December 5 at 4:00 p.m. Judging will take place December
8-11, from 5:00 to 9:00 PM, and winners will be announced on December 15.
“decK THE HOMES”
IN OUR NEW AMERICAN BACKYARD
Attachment 1
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