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Home My WebLink AboutMIN 1986 0716 PR REGThe regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of Moorpark, California, was held in the Community Center of said City July 16, 1986 at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark. 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:05 with Chairman Rasey presiding. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Wilson. 3. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Commissioners Carroll Roe, Margaret Sabine, Mike Wilson, Cheryl Zemont, and Chairman Rasey. ABSENT: None. OTHER CITY OFFICIALS OR EMPLOYEES PRESENT: Thomas P. Genovese, Administrative Assistant Scott D. Smith, Recreation Coordinator Rebecca J. Hoshida, Administrative Secretary 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES After discussion of necessary corrections on the June 4, 1986 minutes, Commission Wilson moved to place the corrected minutes on the consent calendar for the next meeting. Said motion was seconded by Commissioner Zemont, which passed with a unanimous 5 -0 vote. 5. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC There were no comments from the public. 6. BUSINESS ITEMS A. Community Park Pedestrian Bridge The Administrative Assistant presented the staff report dated July 11, 1986, requesting the Commission to review the park site and determine the most appropriate location for the bridge. The suggested locations are as follows: 1. Liberty Bell Road 2. Moorpark Avenue 3. Park Lane 4. Along the trail somewhere Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes of July 16, 1986 Page 2 After discussion Commissioner Zemont made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson to accept Liberty Bell Road as the location site for the bridge. The motion passed with a 5-0 vote. The Commission requested staff to check into the development of the proposed bike trail along the Arroyo Simi. Chairman Rasey made a motion to recommend to the City Council to accept from Villa Campesina the excess of land over the land dedication requirement for use as a parking lot adjacent to the pedestrian bridge. If not used by the City it is then to revert back to Villa Campesina. The motion passed by the following roll call vote. AYES: Chairman Rasey, Commissioners Sabine, Wilson, and Zemont: NOES: Commissioner Roe. Commissioner Zemont moved to amend the motion, with the approval of the second, for the bridge to be placed along side the proposed road location. The motion passed with a 5-0 vote. B. Parks Work Program The Administrative Assistant reviewed the staff report dated 7/11/86. Commissioner Wilson stated his disappointment in the accomplishments of the projects listed on the work program. Chairman Rasey would like the hillside at the Community Center cleaned up, requesting this item be added to the work program. The consensus of the Commission was for this item to be held over till next meeting for the purpose of acquiring cost estimates for contract services for completing various projects on the work program. RECESS Chairman Rasey called for a recess, the time being 8:00 p.m. The Commission reconvened at 8:10 p.m. with all commissioners present C. Community Center Tot Lot The Recreation Coordinator reviewed the staff report dated July 11, 1986 requesting the Commission to once again review potential locations for the tot lot because the approved site has been determined to be too small. Also staff is presenting two play systems for their review. After discussion of alternatives the consensus of the Commission was to uphold the original decision of location D. The grass area above the upper parking lot. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes of July 16, 1986 Page 3 Play Equipment After discussion of suggested play equipment Commissioner Zemont made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson to accept the recommended play equipment style #PS -11 for the tot lot at the Community Center. The motion passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Zemont, Wilson and Chairman Rasey; NOES: Commissioners Roe and Sabine. The Commission requested a cost estimate including the hillside as part of the tot lot. D. Park Fee Schedule The Recreation Coordinator reviewed the staff report dated July 11, 1986 forwarding the final recommendations for fees and charges to be assessed for use of the various City parks and facilities. After discussion Commissioner Zemont moved, seconded by Commissioner Wilson to accept the Park Use Fee schedule including a $50.00 deposit for the snack bar. The motion passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Zemont, Wilson and Roe; NOES: Commissioners Sabine and Chairman Rasey. Commissioner Sabine stated she felt residents should not be charged for using picnic areas. Chairman Rasey stated we should designate those areas now that would be rented to the community, not after we have a problem. Also staff should have contacted the Little League and AYSO for their imput. E. Community Center Improvements The Administrative Assistant presented the staff report dated July 11, 1986 requesting approval of the recommendation of the Community Center Committee and authorization to the City staff to purchase said improvements. 1) Commercial Stove, 2) Trash Can, 3) Ash Urns, 4) Pots with watering trays, 5) Dinette Ste. After discussion of the commercial stove Commissioner Roe moved, seconded by Commissioner Sabine, to return this item to the appropriate committee for additional information including pictures. The motion passed with a 5 -0 vote. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes of July 16, 1986 Page 4 F. Rose Garden Memorial The Administrative Assistant presented the staff report dated July 11, 1986 with a suggestion from the City Council to develop a Rose Garden Memorial in the memory of Doris D. Bankus. Staff is recommending the Community Center as the location. The consensus of the Commission was to pursue the development of the Garden with the location adjacent to the proposed City Hall, to include pathways, and opportunity for Citizens from the community donating a memorial rose plant, to include plaques, wrought iron fence and signs on the donated plants. Staff is to forward memos to City Council and Planning Commission. G. Refund request from the Summer Recreation Program Mrs Ruth Lundin, 6516 -E Marquett St. Moorpark, has requested a refund or credit for a class she registered for but was unable to attend. After discussion Commissioner Roe moved, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, to uphold the no refund policy and not grant the refund of $41.00 or credit toward future classes, with staff to draft the letter. The motion passed with a 5 -0 vote. 7. STAFF UPDATES Peach Hill Park The Administrative Assistant presented an update on Peach Hill Park, with pictures of selected amenities for the park. Staff if requesting direction for the design of the sign. The Commission requested examples of appropriate designs. Yniith nAnra Commissioner Zemont addressed the Recreation Coordinator requesting that more dollars be spent on door prizes, since the admission price has increased. Community Center The Administrative Assistant informed the Commission that the Community Center sign needs to be replaced due to age. He is requesting imput from the Commisison for the design and type of sign desired. The Commisison expressed the desire to be consistent with other park signs such as Glenwood Park. Community Center Picnic Tables The Administrative Assistant expressed the desire of the Facilities Coordinator to change the color of the picnic tables to a sand color to match the Community Center. Commissioner Wilson made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Zemont, to change the tables and slabs color to the color Sand. The motion passed by a 5 -0 vote. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes of July 16, 1986 Page 5 8. COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Zemont wanted information regarding "Country Days" Staff has been working with the Chamber of Commerce on the details. The same band has been booked as last year for the dance. We will have a booth on High St. to hand out literature for the Fall Recreation Program. Commissioner Sabine asked if the "Naming of the Parks" issue was passed by the City Council. Staff informed the Commission it was passed by the City Council with a 3 -2 vote. Chairman Rasey requested a report from the Administrative Assistant on the recent problem with a rental for Moorpark College be given to the Commission at the next meeting. 9. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, it was moved by Chairman Rasey, seconded by Commissioner Sabine, and unanimously carried to adjourn; the time being 9:45 p.m. Respectful submitted Administrative Aecretary APPROVED Chairman