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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 1986 0806 PR REGThe regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of Moorpark, Calfornia, was held in the Community Center of said City August 6, 1986 at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California. 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. with Chairman Rasey presiding. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Mike 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: Steven Kueny, City Manager Thomas P. Genovese, Administrative Assistant Scott D. Smith, Recreation Coordinator Julie Hunt, McClellan Engineers Rebecca J. Hoshida, Administrative Secreatry 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of June 18, 1986, after corrections,will be placed on the next consent calendar. Commissioner Sabine made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson to approve the minutes of July 16, 1986 as written. 5. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC - None 6. CONTINUED USE APPLICATION FOR HIGHWAY 118 COMMITTEE The Administrative Assistant reviewed the staff report dated August 1, 1986. The committee is requesting use of Room A of the community center on the last Monday of each month at 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.. The current permit on file does not require the payment of any fees or deposit. Tony Bartolotto, President of Highway 118 committee, addressed the Commission presenting their request. The committee has not requested any changes or voiced any problems. After discussion Commissioner Zemont made a motion to accept the application for continued use of the community center and waive the fees and the committee is responsible for the set up and clean up. Commissioner Roe seconded the motion which passed with a unanimous 5 -0 vote. Parks & Recreation August 6, 1986 Page 2 B. CONTINUED USE APPLICATION MOORPARK ROTARY CLUB The Administrative Assistant reviewed the staff report and a new application from the Rotary Club was submitted to the Commission requesting continued use of the community center from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each Friday of the month. Bill LePerch, 7200 Walnut Canyon Rd. Moorpark, representating the Rotary addressed the commission and presented their request to use the community center each Friday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 :30 p.m. After discussion Commissioner Sabine made a motion to accept the application from the Rotary and to charge half of the fee for 41 hours with Rotary responsible for the set up and clean up. Commissioner Roe seconded the motion which passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Sabine, Roe, Zemont and Chairman Rasey NOES: Commissioner Wilson C. PARK REQUIREMENTS FOR PD 1014 G.H. PALMER & ASSOCIATES Julie Hunt, of McClellan Engineers acting as consultant to the city, reviewed the staff report dated August 1, 1986. Mitch Kahn, Attorney for G. H. Palmer addressed the Commission and updated the commission on what has happened to the property from the beginning of the original application and spoke in support of the development. John Galloway, resident of Moorpark, member of the Moorpark Central Neighborhood Council stated his disapproval of the project.. Also stated the downtown residents do not want the City to accept in -lieu fees for this project. After discussion the consensus of the Commission was to accept the Quimby dedication according to the new proposed formula which would require 3 acres. The Commission would be interested in the "L" shape on the site plan, only if the Geisler property is available. Otherwise the "L" Concept is unacceptable. The Commission would consider, 1) a site adjacent to the school and Lassen Ave. 2) in -lieu fees for the duplex home portion of the development for park construction, instead of a private recreation facility. Amenities for the development will be 75% of what was required for PD -1010. The revised site plan will return to the Commission for their approval. RECESS Chairman Rasey called for a recess the time being 8:30 p.m. The Commission reconvened with all commissioners present. The City Manager did not rejoin the commission. Parks & Recreation August 6, 1986 Page 3 Chairman Rasey requested the Commission allow Rick Stratton representing the American Youth Soccer Organization to address the Commission. Rick Stratton, President of the area American Youth Soccer Organization, addressed the Commission regarding the Park Use Fees stating his disapproval of the fees and concerns because his organization was not contacted for input on the subject of Park Use Fees. He felt the new fees would prohibit his organization using the park fields. It was explained to Mr. Stratton that the fee would only be charged when exclusive use would be needed. D. PARK AMENITIES FOR NORTH MEADOWS PARK The Administrative Assistant reviewed the staff report dated July 31, 1986 stating the equipment is above the satisfactory level and staff recommends approval of the play equipment and amenities proposed for North Meadows Park. After discussion of the play equipment the consensus of the Commission was to accept the recommended play equipment for North Meadows Park with the following changes: 1) delete Redwood Climber Model 400, include Spiral Slide Model 744. The slide should be compatible in style and color with balance of equipment. 2) delete Redwood climber Model 150, include Platform See Saw Model 210. 3) Picnic tables and benches to be exposed aggregate or colored concrete like the community center. 4) The trash receptacle Model #1530 to be 32 gallon minimum with galvanized liner instead of plastic. E. PEACH HILL PARK MONUMENT SIGN The Administrative Assistant reviewed the staff report dated July 31, 1986 recommending approval of the design for Peach Hill Park sign. Commissioner Zemont made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Wilson, to accept the proposed sign design and structure with brass plate with stencilized lettering for the park name. Construction of slumpstone to match the proposed building, planters, and wall designs. The motion passed with the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Zemont, Wilson, Roe and Sabine NOES: Chairman Rasey. F. COMMUNITY CENTER PARK SIGN DESIGN The Administrative Assistant reviewed the staff report dated July 30, 1986 recommending approval of the design and recommending an appropriation of $2400 for construction and installation. Parks & Recreation August 6, 1986 Page 4 Commissioner Zemont made a motion, seconded by Commissiner Wilson to accept the design of the sign for the Community Center with brass plate with stencilized lettering and brick cap to match the Community Center finish. Also request the City Council to appropriate $2400.00 for the construction and installation of said sign. The motion passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote. G. COMMUNITY CENTER TOT LOT The Recreation Coordinator reviewed the staff report pointing out that if the Commission would like to reconsider the location of the tot lot, Supervisor Dougherty stated he would support such a location and would assist in any way possible. The new proposed site would be next to the county library on county property. The consensus of the Commission was to up hold the Commissions original decision to locate the tot lot in location D. H. ADDITIONAL TREES FOR CITY PARKS The Administrative Assistant reviewed the staff report dated July 31, 1986 requesting direction from the Commission for a tree planting plan with suggested tree types and cost estimates. After discussion the consensus of the Commission was to direct staff to work with the parks Location and Development Committee in development of a planting plan with suggested tree types and cost estimates. Commissioner Zemont informed the Commission that 3 trees were removed from Campus Park, to make room for the basketball court. Discussion continued regarding tree removal. The Commission requested Griffin Park be placed on the agenda to review tree locations. I. FALL 86 RECREATION SERVICE GUIDE The Recreation Coordinator reviewed the staff report advising the Commission bids were received from two newspapers for the printing of the Guide. Staff recommended the approval of Moorpark Mirror's bid for $1200.00 or 12 cents a piece and $30.00 per thousand for insertion in the Moorpark Mirror. After discussion Commissioner Zemont moved; - seconded by Commissioner Wilson that we enter into a contract with the Moorpark Mirror for the production of the Recreation Service Guide for 10,000 copies. The motion passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioner Zemont, Wilson, Roe and Sabine; NOES: Chairman Rasey. Chairman Rasey would like to see the total cost in detail, number of copies, double mailing cost, etc. Parks & Recreation August 6, 1986 Page 5 J. PARKS WORK PROGRAM The Administrative Assistant requested this item be carried over until the August 20,1986 meeting. 7. STAFF UPDATE AND COMMENTS Dance report - there was discussion including the loss of $35.00, chaperons, and kids going out the side door. County Days - Staff informed the Commission a meeting was scheduled for 7 p.m. August 7, 1986 to meet with the Chamber of Commerce. Commissioner Zemont informed the Commission that the Council did not approve the basketball court for Campus Park, and the OSCAR Element was approved. 8. COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Wilson requested an update on the stage /dais. Staff replied that basically it is finished with just a few minor details to be completed. Projection is that the Stage and Dais will be ready for use by the first meeting in September. Chairman Rasey requested an update on the sound system and Grant applications. Staff replied that the microphone is coming and is of the gooseneck type. The funding will come from the general fund because it is part of the stage /dais. Commissioner Wilson requested the completion date for the stage /dias. Chairman Rasey requested an update on the sound system and Grant applications. Staff informed the Commission they will have the conceptual design for the Monte Vista Nature Park at the next meeting. The Recreation Coordinator addressed the Commission regarding membership in the NRPA. Staff is recommending membership. Commissioner Zemont moved, seconded by Commissioner Sabine, that the Commission join the NRPA. The motion passed with a unanimous decision the vote being 5 -0. Commissioner Sabine suggested the Commission go to the NRPA convention. Parks & Recreation August 6, 1986 Page 6 9. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, it was moved by Commissioner Sabine, seconded by Commissioner Roe, and unanimously carried to adjourn; the time being 11 p.m.. Respectfully submitted dministrative Secretary APPROVED Chairman