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Home My WebLink AboutMIN 1988 0328 PR REGITEM. The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of Moorpark, was held in the Community Center of said City March 28, 1988 at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California. 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m., with Chairman Roberts presiding. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairman Roberts. 3. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Commissioners Pat Arambula, Lynn Crockatt, Tom Wheeler, and Chairman John Roberts. ABSENT: None. OTHER CITY OFFICIALS OR EMPLOYEES PRESENT: Phil Newhouse, Director of Community Services Rebecca Hoshida, Administrative Secretary A. Swearing in of new Commissioner Sam Nainoa. After being introduced, Sam Nainoa was sworn in by the Secretary and took his place at the dais 4. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS, T0, THE AGENDA: No action taken. 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None. 6. CONSENT CALENDAR: Commissioner Arambula moved, seconded by Commissioner Crockatt, to accept the minutes of February 8, 1988 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes March 28, 1988 Page 2 7. DISCUSSION /ACTION ITEMS: A. West Meadows Park The Director presented the staff report dated March 24, 1988 and introduced Mr. Tom Zanic of Urban West Communities. Peach Hill Water Course Mr. Zanic presented the conceptual design and introduced Roger Pressburger, Landscape Architect. Discussion pursued which included: Cobblestones and boulders Slope maintenance Mowed lawn area & maintenance costs Damage to trees in major flood Catch basin safety Protective Barrier Bike Trail finish - asphalt or concrete Signage Types of grass to be used on lawn areas Trash containers After discussion, Chairman Roberts moved, seconded by Commissioner Crockatt seconded, to approve the watercourse as presented with the followinq conditions: 1. Concrete to encase any placed boulders in watercourse. 2. Protective barriers on box culvert on west side of F Street. 3. Bike & Pedestrian walkway be concrete ;th sstarnpei rr)nrrete separators. 4. Signage for bike path at street crossings. 5. Trash cans at J & F Street entrances. 6. Grass turf that can be mowed. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes March 28, 1988 Page 3 West Meadows Park Plan The Director reviewed the West Meadow Park plan and presented a list of concerns which included: Walkways - all concrete Swale underground all the way to the watercourse Increase parking lot size to hold 30 cars Increase tot lot size by 50 BBQ for each table Include covered pavilion Include soccer field goal Portable back stop Fence along Mountain Trail Slope of park Parking lot drainage Restrooms Utility stub -ins Barriers on culverts Mr. Zanic addressed the Commission and gave an overvilE;; of the project. RECESS At this point in the meeting, Chairman Roberts declared a recess at 8:57 p.m. The Commission reconvened at 9 :08 with all Commissioners present. Discussion continued which included: Slopes Restrooms and maintenance (City should consider restrooms for JVUI.II VI WC.'i. i'icdUUfi.) i,ctr r, Parking spaces Trash can maintenance Choice of play equipment Type of material used in play equipment Underground swale Relocation of parking lot Soccer goals BBQ locations Security lights Park signs Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes March 28, 1988 Page 4 Chairman Roberts moved, seconded by Commissioner Crockatt, to accept the plan with the play area and equipment to be as per City specifications or equal to and quality to be equal or more. Park also to include items from staff report dated March 28, 1988: 1. Concrete walkway to coordinate with watercourse walkway. 2. Expand tot lot area 50 %. 3. Tot lot to be fenced. 4. Enclose drain pipe on east side of park where swale is shown all the way to the watercourse. 10. 1- Bar -b -que for each table & 1 -trash receptacle per 3 tables 12. City to approve seed mix, trees, shrubs, slope landscaping /irrigation. 13. Parking lot to drain to the street. Additional conditions: 1. Bike path same as watercourse - concrete. 2. Protective barrier for culvert per City Engineer specifications. 3. Expand tot lot by 50 The motion was amended to include a portable backstop similar to North Meadows Park. Motion carried by a unanimous voice vote. Private Recreation Areas Commissioner Wheeler moved, seconded by Commissioner Crockatt, to accept the private recreation areas for Tracts 4340, 4341, and 4342 as presented. Motion carried by a unanimous voice vote. Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes March 28, 1988 Page 5 B. Monte Vista Park The Director reviewed the staff report dated March 24, 1988 which presented an overview of the project, requesting the Commission present plans for development of the park. Rowland Graham was introduced to the Commission as the Landscape Architect, who presented an overview of the project. Discussion included: The public's desires for what type of development is considered for the park. Items to eliminate from the cost estimate. Development of the lower portion. Markers for plants donated by Citizens Chairman Roberts recognized Linda Symchak, 13647 Blacksmith, Moorpark who addressed the Commission stating she is in favor of the hiking trails and keeping the park as a nature park. She also questioned an easement. Staff replied that the City Attorney is reviewing the easement. Discussion continued which included: location of drinking fountain How to effectively spend the $66,00C grant After discussion Commissioner Crockatt moved, seconded by Commissioner Wheeler, to have Rowland Graham the Landscape Architect, redesign the plans and not to exceed $66,000 developing vCie IUYur, r:: na t i i ri .afP_ and monthly maintenance not to exceed $1,000. Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes March 28, 1988 Page 6 8. COMMENTS FROM THE COMMISSION /FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: Commissioner Wheeler - Wanted the status of discussion between the City & MUSD regarding distribution of recreation flyers through the school. Staff replied: we have met with Mr. Slater, District Superintendent, and discussed the issue. No agreement was reached. Requested status of the Downtown Ad Hoc Committee. Staff replied: the reason for the committee was to review the project and make a recommendation regarding the location to the City Council. At that point, the Committee had finished their assignment. The Commission requested a thank you letter be sent to the Committee. Requested information regarding the Assessment District. Regarding the Budget. Are we going to have a budget work session. Staff replied: waiting for direction from the City Manager. .� +� d �,. I, Commissioner .,,.,., , ; ++ o vague uses nai noa - He wan Ce Nnuo , � L, 8 e the fields at North Meadows & Peach Hill Park on a first come first serve basis. Staff replied: yes and Peach Hill Park will be open around May 1st. Commissioner Arambula - Was there to be a schedule for use at the City parks? Staff will check. Chairman Roberts - Regarding Campus Park -- stated Lt. Brown will for the next four weeks step up the enforcement program at Campus Park. Also, that Lt. Brown requested security lights be added to the park. Chairman Roberts requested this item be placed on the agenda for discussion. Staff informed the Commission that April 5 at 7 p.m. had been set for a public hearing regarding the 69 acre Community Park. Items for next agenda: Information on restrooms - cost and maintenance Water fountains at Griffin Park Addition of full -time staff person Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes March 28, 1988 Page 7 9. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Chairman Roberts moved, seconded by Commission Nainoa to adjourn the meeting to April 5th at 7:00 p.m. for a public meeting on the Community Park, the time being 11:53 p.m. The motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, i �J APPROVED AAministrativ Secretary (� Cha r n