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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 1992 0413 CC JNTMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL Moorpark, California April 13, 1992 A Special Joint Meeting of the City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission of the City of Moorpark was held on April 13, 1992 in the Council Chambers of said City located at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California. 1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Lawrason called the City Council to order at 7:05 P.M. Chairman Corzine called the Parks & Recreation Commission to order at 7:05 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Montgomery, Perez, Talley, Wozniak, and Mayor Lawrason. Commissioners Hall, Stratton, Thompson, Volke and Chairman Corzine. Steven Kueny, City Manager; Don Reynolds, Management Analyst; Ken Gilbert, Public Works Director; and Lillian Kellerman, City Clerk. 3. ACTION /DISCUSSION: A. Mutual Concerns and Issues of the City Council and Parks and Recreation Commission. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed appropriate. Commissioner Thompson thanked the Council for authorizing the funds for attendance at the Parks & Recreation Conference. She said the training was very useful and made her realize that the Commission could be an even more useful tool for the City Council. She said she would encourage more interaction between the Commission and the Council. B. Arroyo Vista Community Park. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed appropriate. Chairman Corzine indicated that the Commission had some concerns regarding changes in the conceptual design of the park. He said changes were made that the Parks & Recreation Commission were not aware of. Commissioner Hall indicated that the Commission felt they had been "left out of the loop" in regard to the changes that were made. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 2 April 13, 1992 In response to Mayor Lawrason, Commissioner Thompson said the Commission was specifically concerned with the placement of the soccer fields. Councilmember Montgomery said the Council was concerned with attempting to get as much grassy area as possible for the soccer and hockey fields but no real changes were made in the conceptual design. The Council and Commission discussed the placement of the access roads for the park and Mr. Gilbert provided information on the grading of Phase One. The Council and Commission discussed the proposed pool and its cost. Commissioner Hall indicated that he had received information regarding pools at the seminar he recently attended. CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined that the Commission would be copied on all park and recreation related items that go to the Council. The Commission expressed their hope that effective communication would occur between the staff, Council and Commission. They indicated their pride in being Commissioners and want their services to be utilized as completely as possible. Commissioner Corzine said this kind of forum with the Council is very important. The Council and Commission discussed tennis court rules. CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Council determined to allow the Parks and Recreation Commission to determine the rules for tennis court play. The Commission expressed concern that they had not known until the last minute that they were not to be in charge of the Cinco de Mayo celebration. They asked for a little more lead time in the future in regard to the Council's pleasure. Commissioner Stratton indicated her appreciation for this forum and exchange of information and indicated that she had no special concerns. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 3 April 13, 1992 Commissioner Volke expressed her appreciation for being able to attend the recent conference. She said she would like to see the Arroyo Vista Community Park construction started as soon as possible. She also asked if the Tot Lot in front of City Hall could be dedicated during the Cinco de Mayo celebration. Commissioner Hall asked if the play equipment at North Meadows Park could be moved to the Monte Vista Nature Park in order to make it a more active park. He said the Park would be better utilized if it had play equipment. In response, Councilmember Montgomery indicated that the Commissioners should check with staff on any complications regarding that request and that the adjacent property owners should be contacted for input. Chairman Corzine indicated that his concerns had been aired and that he believed this was an excellent forum for the Council and Commission. He said it is important to the Commission to know that what they are providing to the Council is what the Council needs. Mayor Lawrason said this was a good opportunity for the Council to share with the Commission and the Commission to share with the Council. He indicated that such a meeting should be scheduled every six months and more frequently, if needed on individual matters. He indicated that he believed a better job of communicating could be done by the Council. The Commission expressed their appreciation for Don Reynolds and his work with the Commission since the resignation of Mr. Phil Newhouse as the Director of Community Services. Councilmember Wozniak expressed his appreciation for all the efforts of the Commission on behalf of the community. MOTION: Councilmember Wozniak moved and Councilmember Perez seconded a motion to adjourn. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. The time was 8:30 p.m. Minutes of the City Council Moorpark, California Page 4 April 13, 1992 4. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Lawrason adjourned the City Council at 8:30 p.m. Chairman Corzine declared a recess of the Parks and Recreation Commission at 8:30 p.m. Paul W. L ason Jr., or l � v Ronal . Corzine, Chairman sl