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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-11-1989 Approved PCSC Minutes • CITY OF DUBLIN PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING DATE: April 11 , 1989 The April 11 , 1989 meeting of the Park and Recreation Commission was called to order at 7: 46p.m. at the Dublin Senior Center, Dublin, California, by Chairperson Liz Schmitt. - Roll Call Present: Commissioner Schmitt, Hernandez , Donnell and Downey Absent: Commissioner Hudak Oral Communications - None Approval of Minutes IT WAS MOVED BY COMMISSIONER DONNELL AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HERNANDEZ TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF MARCH 14 AND MARCH 28 AS SUBMITTED. (UNANIMOUS) New Business 1989/90 Roberti-Z 'berg-Harris Urban Open Space and Recreation Grant Program Diane reported that the City has received allocations under the Roberti-Z 'berg-Harris Urban Open Space and Recreation Grant Program. The allocation from Proposition 70 ( 1988 Bond Act) is $8 ,017 with a required match of $3 ,436 . The allocation from Proposition 99 (Cigarette Tax) is. $3 , 007 with a required match of $1 ,289 . Block grant applications may be submitted beginning May 1 , 1989 and we must have a signed agreement by June 30 , 1990 or the funds revert back to the State. Staff recommends that these grant funds be allocated for the renovation of Shannon Park as this project meets the criteria established by the State and it is the only park project currently scheduled for FY89-90 . It is the recommendation of staff that the Park and Recreation Commission approve the project and direct staff to submit the applications for approval by the City Council. IT WAS MOVED BY COMMISSIONER DONNELL AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HERNANDEZ TO APPROVE THE PROJECT AND DIRECTED STAFF TO SUBMIT THE APPLICATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL. (UNANIMOUS) Bay Trail Plan Staff has received correspondence from Susan P. Phillips, Project Manager of the proposed Bay Trail Plan soliciting a resolution of support from the City for the Bay Trail Plan. The Bay Trail Plan proposes development of a regional hiking and bicycling trail around the perimeter of San Francisco and San Pablo Bays. The plan was prepared by the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) pursuant to Senate Bill 100. The plan proposes an alignment of what will become a 400-mile recreational "ring around the Bay" . It is staffs recommendation that the Commission direct staff to submit the resolution of support for the plan to the City Council for adoption. MINUTES - April 1 1 , 1 989 Page Two Commissioner Downey asked if the Bay Trail Plan would tie into our trail area? Diane replied no, however it will link up to the trail system that the East Bay Regional Park District already has . IT WAS MOVED BY COMMISSIONER DOWNEY AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HERNANDEZ THAT STAFF SUBMIT THE RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR ADOPTION. (UNANIMOUS) Commissioner Downey reported that he participated in the two hikes scheduled during Open Space Awareness Week. He reported that approximately 120 people participated in the Pleasanton Ridge Hike on Saturday April 1 , and approximately 16 in the April 8 Donlon Canyon Hike. He encouraged the Commission and City Council to support Marjorie Labar, President of the Preserve Area Ridgelands Committee. 3rd Annual City-Wide Flea Market The 3rd Annual City-Wide Flea Market will be held at Shannon Park on Saturday June 10 , 1989 from 8 :00a.m. -2 :00p.m. The $15 .00 fee includes a 20 'x20 ' space as well as all publicity. There is no charge to shoppers/browsers. The Commission was invited to reserve a space to sell their surplus goods , or just come to seek bargains ! California and Pacific Southwest Recreation and Park Conference The 41st Annual Pacific Southwest Recreation and Park Conference was held on March 9-12 , 1989 in Sacramento. Chairperson Schmitt has suggested that it would be beneficial for those Commissioners who attended the conference, to share their information from the sessions they attended with the Commission. Commissioner Donnell stated that she was unable to attend the conference. Commissioner Downey indicated that he was not prepared to give a presentation. Commissioner Hernandez stated that she attended several workshops, but was most impressed with the workshop on the Senior Center of Scottsdale, Arizona. The Center is open every day of the week, serves an early dinner instead of lunch, and conducts a Senior Fair each year. The seniors also involve youth and teens in the Senior Fair and other programs . Other workshops attended were Park Vandalism, the Rights of Seniors and Senior Meals. Commissioner Schmitt reported that she attended the Brown Act and Aquatic workshops. The Brown Act workshop reviewed violations such as conflict of interests , etc. She indicated that she was very impressed with the Roseville Aquatic program presented at the Aquatic workshop. Roseville has implemented the Disney personnel program which has not only improved their marketing and training techniques , but also increased their revenue. She suggested that perhaps staff should consider taking as look at the Roseville aquatic program. MINUTES - April 11, 1989 Page Three Staff Reports Diane reported that the renovation of Shannon is in full swing and that the end result should be worth the inconvenience. A few instructors were not pleased with having to use school facilities. A few applicants have cancelled because the relocation site was not convenient for them. The Senior Dance group has been relocated to the Senior Center. The Dublin -San Ramon Seniors were relocated to the Senior Center, but have now moved to Sunnyglen. The Senior Californians have obtained facilities at Camp Parks. The masterplan for Shannon Park presented to the City Council on April 10 was approved and the architect has been directed to proceed. Other Business Commissioner Schmitt reported that she and Commissioner Hernandez attended the Bay Area Parks and Recreation Commissioners and Board Members Council quarterly meeting in Belmont on April 29. She announced that she has been appointed Vice -President in charge of membership. On Saturday, August 26, Moffatt Field will conduct a tour of their recreational facilities. A barbecue will follow the tour. Those Commissioners interested in attending should submit their names ahead of time. Diane reported that the City was alerted of the addition of a new lane along 580 and the Dublin Sports Grounds. Due to the liability involved, the City awarded a bid for installation of a new fence at their meeting of April 10. The fence should be completed within the week, and all softball leagues have been notified. Adjournment Being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:58p.m. Respectfully submitted, Char J. Young Recreation Secretary