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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-18-2010 Approved PCSC Minutes PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Minutes CITY OF DUBLIN October 18, 2010 The October 18, 2010 regular 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, Elias, Muetterties, Reinemann, Totaro Commissioners Absent: None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 3.1 BRIEF INFORMATIONAL ONLY REPORTS FROM SENIOR CENTER AND YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEES Senior Center Advisory Committee Ms. Eddie Jo Mack reported that the Advisory Committee received a report on the quarterly report for summer 2010. She further reported that attendance at the Senior Center increased over the summer, and that following the transition to Spectrum Community Services providing meals at the Senior Center the lunch program is running smoothly and is receiving positive feedback from participants. She notified the Commission of upcoming Senior Center events. Youth Advisory Committee Cm. Reinemann reported that the Committee discussed fundraising efforts. He notified the Commission of upcoming youth events. 3.2 PUBLIC COMMENTS—None APPROVAL OF MINUTES—August 16,2010 Vice Chair Guarienti noted a minor modification for Other Business—Item 9.1. On a motion by Cm. Muetterties, seconded by Cm. Reinemann, and by a vote of 6-0-0, the Commission voted to approve the minutes of August 16, 2010, with a minor modification as noted by Vice Chair Guarienti. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS—None PUBLIC HEARING—None UNFINISHED BUSINESS—None NEW BUSINESS P&CSC Meeting Minutes — October 18, 2010 Page 2 of 4 8.1 SUMMER 2010 QUARTERLY REPORT Mr. Paul McCreary, Assistant Director of Parks and Community Services, presented the specifics of the item as outlined in the Staff Report. Cm. Totaro asked about the future of teen programming. Mr. McCreary stated that Staff would prepare a report for the Commission discussing the future of teen programming. He stated that Staff may recommend scaling back the program and relocating those staffing resources to programs that are more desired by the community. Cm. Totaro suggested surveying teens directly about their interests. Mr. McCreary stated that Staff would be working with the Youth Advisory Committee and reaching out to teens in the community for ideas on future teen programming. Cm. Totaro asked about increasing membership or creating a second team for the Green Gator Swim Team. Mr. McCreary stated that team membership is bounded by league swim meet rules and by the available pool space at the Swim Center. Cm. Elias asked about feedback on programs from the customer satisfaction surveys. Mr. McCreary stated that feedback on programs, Staff, and facilities is regularly positive. Ms. Diane Lowart, Director of Parks and Community Services, added that the wide variety of camps offered are well received with residents as well as non-residents. Cm. Elias asked about the Youth Fee Assistance Program. Mr. McCreary stated that about $2,500 in assistance has been awarded and that Staff has raised about $10,000 in donations. Vice Chair Guarienti stated that he is impressed with the number of activities, camps, and the non-resident registrations. He asked about the increase in recreational swim punch pass attendance. Mr. McCreary stated that the increase could be due to the sale of more individual passes. Cm. Reinemann stated that he is surprised by the lack of participation for the teen events. He suggested that Staff should try to get more high school student participation on the Youth Advisory Committee. He stated that the lack of participation for the excursions could be due to the distant locations of the excursions. He suggested that the excursions take place within the Bay Area. Chair Jones asked why the Dublin High School (DHS) Sports Academy was not offered this summer. Ms. Lowart explained that the DHS Coaches chose not to continue the partnership with the City and decided to run the camps independently. 8.2 UPDATE ON CITY COUNCIL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Ms. Diane Lowart, Director of Parks and Community Services, presented the specifics of the item as outlined in the Staff Report. Cm. Elias stated that he has noticed construction for new housing developments in eastern Dublin. He asked if the Department has received revenue from the associated development impact fees. Ms. Lowart explained that the Department is currently in the process of using the impact fee revenue to payback a loan from the General Fund that was used to construct Fallon Sports Park. Cm. Elias asked about the future construction of the Emerald Glen Aquatic and Recreation Complex. Ms. Lowart stated that before the construction could begin, the City would need to be confident that the City had reached a level of development where the City's tax revenues would be sufficient to operate and maintain the facility in the future. P&CSC Meeting Minutes — October 18, 2010 Page 3 of 4 Cm. Muetterties asked about item number 11. Ms. Lowart explained that a draft agreement has been completed and is currently under review by the City Attorney. Vice Chair Guarienti pointed out that, regarding item numbers 13 — 15, it should be noted that access to Dublin Hill Regional Park is being developed by way of the Martin Canyon Creek Trail. Cm. Reinemann asked about item number 12. Ms. Lowart explained that Staff would be reassessing the Parks and Recreation Master Plan to determine whether this should remain a goal for the City. She stated that Staff would present a report to the Commission for its input in spring 2011. Chair Jones asked about item number 10. Mr. McCreary stated that Staff is actively working with the Dublin Sister City Association and the Dublin United Soccer League on plans for the Sister City soccer tournament. He stated that the tournament is anticipated to be held in August 2011. 8.3 UPDATE ON FALLON SPORTS PARK USE Mr. Rich Jochner, Recreation Supervisor, presented the specifics of the item as outlined in the Staff Report. Cm. Totaro stated that he has received only positive feedback about Fallon Sport Park. He stated that clearing the weeds near the soccer fields and on the hill would make the park look nicer. Vice Chair Guarienti stated that he enjoyed attending the park dedication. He expressed concern about the star thistle weeds and suggested that the City take steps to rid the park the park of this invasive weed. He asked about the asphalt trail that was planned for the southeast corner of the park. Ms. Lowart stated that she would investigate and follow up with the Commission. Cm. Elias stated that the park's fields look great. He asked about general comments Staff has received from the public about the park. Ms. Lowart stated that, regarding the dugout covers, the covers were installed improperly and would be corrected by the vendor. She stated that Staff has received one complaint from a neighbor regarding the lights at the park, and two complaints about small rodents at the park. OTHER BUSINESS 9.1 BRIEF INFORMATION ONLY REPORTS FROM PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSIONERS AND/OR STAFF Cm. Elias stated that he reported on and was involved in the recent creek clean up. He further stated that he reported on the Dougherty Hills Dog Park and the recent wedding at Mape Park. Cm. Guarienti complimented Staff on the City's new website. He reported that Trail Trekkers program celebrated its 9th anniversary. Cm. Reinemann reported that he participated in a fun run at Dublin High School. Chair Jones reported that he attended the dedication for the new gym at Dublin High School and also attended the school's homecoming. Ms. Lowart and Mr. McCreary informed the Commission of project updates and upcoming programs and events. P&CSC Meeting Minutes — October 18, 2010 Page 4 of 4 ADJOURNMENT Being no further business,the meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Respectfully submitte Rhonda Franklin Administrative Technician APPRO D: Chairperson