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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 2004 0331 CC JNTMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION Moorpark, California March 31, 2004 A Special Joint Meeting of the Moorpark City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission was held on March 31, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. at the Moorpark Community Center located at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California. 1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Pro Tempore Parvin called the City Council to order and Chair Catrambone called the Parks and Recreation Commission to order at 6:40 p.m. 2. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mary Lindley, Community Services Director. 3. ROLL CALL: City Council: Councilmembers Harper, Mikos, Millhouse, and Mayor Pro Tempore Parvin. Mayor Hunter was absent. Parks & Recreation Commissioners DeGuardi, Pflaumer, Commission: Thompson, Weisberger, and Chair Catrambone. Staff Present: Steven Kueny, City Manager; Hugh Riley, Assistant City Manager; Mary Lindley, Community Services Director; John Hartnett, Recreation Manager; and Patty Lemcke, Administrative Secretary. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT: None. 5. PRESENTATION /ACTION /DISCUSSION: A. Consider Priorities, Goals and Objectives for Fiscal Year 2004/2005. Staff Recommendation: Consider and discuss Priorities, Goals and Objectives for FY 2004/2005. Minutes of the City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission Moorpark, California Page 2 March 31, 2004 Mr. Kueny and Ms. Lindley reviewed the current goals and objectives pertaining to parks and recreation with the Council and Commission. The Council and Commission discussed the location of a proposed skatepark and uses for the newly acquired property of Poindexter Park. Mayor Pro Tempore Parvin stated that she feels that before any decisions are made for building a skatepark at Poindexter Park, the City needs to review the tree evaluation report that has been ordered on the new property. She also stated that perhaps College View Park may be a site to consider for a skatepark. Councilmember Harper agreed that reviewing the tree report for the Poindexter property is an important factor before deciding on the location of a skatepark, but stated that the noise level a skatepark would produce and the impact it will have on the new homes in that immediate area also needs to be considered. Commissioner Weisberger stated that she really likes the idea of placing the skatepark at Poindexter Park because of its central location. Chair Catrambone stated that he feels the City does not have many options for the placement of a skatepark, and perhaps it could be placed at the eastern side of Poindexter Park to help alleviate the noise level. Councilmember Mikos stated that even though she feels Poindexter Park would be a good location for a skatepark, she believes the droppings from the trees which will be remaining on the property, may present a problem for the skaters. Mr. Kueny stated the matter needs to be discussed by the Commission at a future Parks and Recreation meeting and then, a recommendation presented to Council for consideration. Minutes of the City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission Moorpark, California Pa 3 March 31, 2004 Councilmember Millhouse stated that he would like the Commission to consider all the key issues to this matter, and then give the Council options regarding the noise level, parking, etc. The Council and Commission both agreed that parking may present a problem at Poindexter Park, but there are solutions to it. Commissioner Thompson stated that perhaps Country Trail Park may be a good location for a canine park. Mr. Kueny stated that Country Trail, as well as other City parks, are neighborhood parks and may well not be suited for the placement of a canine park. He stated that perhaps a canine park would be better located at another City owned property other than a park. The Council and Commission discussed Arroyo Vista Community Park's pedestrian bridge and its use as a second entrance. Mr. Kueny stated that currently the use of the pedestrian bridge is only for emergency vehicles and he feels it should remain that way. The only other possible access to the park would greatly impact a residential neighborhood because it would open up an existing street to through traffic. Building another bridge may someday be the answer. Councilmember Mikos stated that because of the cost of building another bridge at AVCP, this is not a high priority item at this time. Mayor Pro Tempore Parvin stated that she would like to see an additional item included in the quarterly recreation brochure encouraging donations for the Youth Scholarship Program. Councilmember Mikos stated that maybe the City could include something on the web page to attract attention to the Youth Scholarship Program. Minutes of the City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission Moorpark, California Page 4 March 31, 2004 The Council and Commission discussed the feasibility of an aquatics center or splash park. Commissioner Pflaumer stated that maybe the City needs to look at a smaller community pool than what was initially planned. Chair Catrambone stated that perhaps a splash park would be more along the lines of what the City could financially handle at this time. He also stated that it may be beneficial to consider forming a foundation to aid with the expense of a community pool. Councilmember Harper stated that maybe the proposed North Park's lagoon that will be incorporated into the lake, may help with the issue of a water park. Councilmember Millhouse stated that taking the State's budget into account, he agrees with Chair Catrambone's suggestion of forming a foundation for the development of a community pool. Commissioner Thompson stated that she is in favor of a splash park. The Council and Commission discussed the Tree Lighting Ceremony and ways to enhance it. Two suggestions were to import snow for the event and find an area on High Street where the tree could remain after the event, rather than just the one night. There was a general discussion about the desirability of a "town square" to hold special events. Mr. Kueny stated that staff has already suggested to the City Council that it may be beneficial to close off Magnolia Street, allowing for the new downtown park to be larger. This space may also serve as a "town square." Minutes of the City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission Moorpark, California Page 5 March 31, 2004 Ms. Lindley informed the Council that the Commission had previously reached a consensus to recommend the following objectives for FY 2004/05 to Council: • Expansion of AVRC Gym and office area • Replacing equipment at Virginia Colony Park • Locating a canine park • Lighting an additional basketball court at College View Park • Constructing a splash park Councilmember Mikos asked each Commissioner what their top priorities are right now. Commissioner DeGuardi stated an aquatics facility. Chair Catrambone stated additional field lighting. Commissioner Thompson stated expanding the gym. Commissioner Weisberger stated addressing teen needs with construction of the skatepark and a teen center, and a "town square" on High Street. Councilmember Harper stated he would like to see the construction of an amphitheater to encourage outdoor concerts. On behalf of the Council, Mayor Pro Tempore Parvin thanked the Commission and staff for all their hard work and for keeping the parks up so well. Minutes of the City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission Moorpark, California Page 6 March 31, 2004 6. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Pro Tempore Parvin Chair Catrambone adjoi Commission at 8:10 p.m. ATTEST: Deborah S. Traffenstedt City Clerk Patty mcke, Administrative Secretary adjourned the City Council and