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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGENDA REPORT 2025 0902 PR REG ITEM 08AITEM: 8. A. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Moorpark Community Center 323 Science Drive A Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of Moorpark was held on June 2, 2025, at the Moorpark Community Center located at 323 Science Drive, Moorpark, California. 1.CALL TO ORDER: Chair Lousen called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 2.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Harris led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3.ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners Harris, Dubreuil, Morgan and Chair Lousen. Absent: Vice Chair Estrella. Staff Present: Jeremy Laurentowski, Parks and Recreation Director; Stephanie Anderson, Recreation Services Manager, and Kimberly Sexton, Administrative Specialist. 4.PUBLIC SPEAKERS: None. 5.REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA: None. 6.ANNOUNCEMENTS, FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS AND REPORTS ON MEETINGS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED BY COMMISSIONERS: Commissioner Harris spoke about the recent Parks and Recreation Commission Park Tour and expressed appreciation for the staff’s efforts. She highlighted the cleanliness, excellent maintenance, versatility of the parks, and how each park effectively meets the needs of its surrounding community. Commissioner Dubreuil announced that she attended the Moorpark Morning Rotary's Field of Valor event and thanked the community for attending. Commissioner Morgan shared that he visited Mountain Meadows Park, noting he observed the dog agility park rental and complimented the attractive native landscaping. 114 Minutes of the Regular Parks and Recreation Commission Moorpark, California Page 2 June 2, 2025 Chair Lousen announced that he had attended several pickleball tournaments and recently visited Tierra Rejada Park, noting its nice greenery and excellent maintenance. Chair Lousen announced upcoming recreation events at Arroyo Vista Community Park including open registration for Summer Camp and Movies in the Park kicking off on Saturday, June 14, 2025. 7. PRESENTATIONS/ACTION/DISCUSSION: A. Consider Revised Park Plans, Proposed Playground Equipment, and Splash Pad Equipment for the Hitch Ranch Development. Staff Recommendation: 1) Make a recommendation to the City Council to approve the revised Conceptual Park Plans; and 2) Make a recommendation to the City Council to approve the Splash Pad and Playground Equipment. Mr. Laurentowski gave the report. There was one speaker. Dennis Hargrave from Comstock Homes spoke in support of the staff recommendation. Mark Schattinger from MJS Landscape Architecture, along with Dennis Hargrave and Michelle Ettress from Comstock Homes, attended the meeting in person and were available to answer questions. Harriett Zemla from Comstock Homes participated via Zoom. A conversation followed between Commissioner Dubreuil and staff regarding the development of Park A as a passive park and the developer fees that will be used to develop Arroyo Vista Community Park. A conversation followed between Commissioner Dubreuil and Mr. Hargrave from Comstock Homes followed regarding moving the pathway in front of the stage. Mr. Hargrave advised the path in front of stage, provides a defecto ADA location. A conversation followed between Commissioner Dubreuil and staff regarding the distance from the splash pad in Park B to the playground. Staff advised the design was purposeful to keep the splash pad water and playground bark, mulch and sand separate. A conversation followed between Commissioner Dubreuil, staff and Mr. Hargrave from Comstock Homes regarding increasing the size of the Multipurpose Room. Staff advised the size was designed for small birthday party rentals and for bands to change in. There will not be a full kitchen. Dennis Hargrave from Comstock Homes advised if the size is increased, it would require deletion of other amenities and/or revisiting the development agreement and potentially less funds for the development of Arroyo Vista Community Park. 115 Minutes of the Regular Parks and Recreation Commission Moorpark, California Page 3 June 2, 2025 Commissioner Dubreuil requested the aesthetic of the splashpad, and playground be reimagined to fit with the agrarian theme of High Street. Staff advised they will work on revisions and bring it back to Parks and Recreation Commission before taking the item to City Council. A discussion followed between Commissioner Dubreuil and Dennis Hargrave from Comstock Homes regarding the infrastructure for recycled water currently being installed to support future water delivery. A discussion followed between Commissioners and staff and Mr. Hargrave from Comstock Homes about the stage, electricity and speakers. Staff advised the stage will have electricity and speakers will be rented for events. A discussion followed between Commissioner Harris and staff about recycled water and the sterilization system used at the splash pad. Staff advised they will return with additional information regarding options for water sterilization. Commissioner Morgan recommended staff continue to look for a location for a second a dog park. Dennis Hargrave from Comstock Homes advised the project includes many trails for public dog walking. A discussion followed between Chair Lousen and staff about the basin in Park A. Staff advised it will be a seasonal park, has fencing and may be closed during certain months. A discussion followed between Chair Lousen and Mark Schattinger from MJS Landscape Architecture about the splash pad activation system and warranty. A discussion followed between Chair Lousen and staff regarding parking lot lighting occupancy sensors, the concrete cornhole games and the multipurpose room concrete tile roof. A discussion followed between Commissioner Dubreuil and staff about the distance from the Park B parking lot to High Street and if it can support parking for events held on High Street. A discussion followed between Chair Lousen and Dennis Hargrave from Comstock Homes about the 5-7 years project timeframe. A discussion followed between Commissioner Dubreuil and staff regarding the parks and public amenities planned under the Community Facilities District. A discussion followed between Commissioner Dubreuil and Mark Schattinger from MJS Landscape Architecture about stand-alone playground elements verses progressive elements and about changing the play structure in the plans that is similar to the one at Miller Park. 116 Minutes of the Regular Parks and Recreation Commission Moorpark, California Page 4 June 2, 2025 MOTION: Commissioner Dubreuil moved and Chair Lousen seconded a motion to make a recommendation to the City Council to approve the revised Conceptual Park Plans. The motion carried by voice vote, 5-0. MOTION: Commissioner Dubreuil moved and Commissioner Morgan seconded a motion to reject making a recommendation to the City Council to approve the Splash Pad and Playground Equipment. The motion carried by voice vote, 5-0. B. Consider Spring Recreation Programs Summary. Staff Recommendation: Receive and file report. Ms. Anderson gave the report. There were no speakers. A discussion followed between Commissioner Dubreuil and staff about the Apricot Slam Pickleball Tournament and possibly moving it to fall and about the Moorpark After-Dark event turnout and new programing ideas for teens. A discussion followed between Commissioner Harris and staff about the Apricot Festival, the Arts Commission and the public art fund. Staff explained the relation between Arts Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission would be through park related art projects like at the Inclusive Playground or potentially at the Hitch Ranch Project in Park B. Commissioner Morgan complemented staff on their programing and encouraged staff to promote upcoming programs during as part of these reports. Chair Lousen complimented staff on their handling of scheduling changes at the Apricot Slam Pickleball Tournament due to rain. He also inquired about the possibility of hiring a contractor to run the Apricot Slam in the future. Staff responded that programming is generally not contracted out. Chair Lousen complemented staff on the Skate Night event and setup. MOTION: Commissioner Dubreuil moved and Commissioner Morgan seconded a motion to receive and file the report. The motion carried by voice vote, 5-0. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR: MOTION: Commissioner Morgan moved and Commissioner Dubreuil seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by voice vote, 5-0. A. Approval of Minutes of the Parks and Recreation Special Commission Meeting of May 5, 2025. Staff Recommendation: Approve as presented. 9. ADJOURNMENT: Chair Lousen adjourned the meeting at 8:07 p.m. 117 Minutes of the Regular Parks and Recreation Commission Moorpark, California Page 5 June 2, 2025 APPROVED: __________________________________ Steve Lousen, Chair ATTEST: ___________________________________ Kimberly Sexton, Administrative Specialist 118