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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 1994 1107 PR REGi� �- MINUTES OF THE PARRS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Moorpark, California November 7, 1994 The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of Moorpark was held on Monday, November 7, 1994, in the Council Chambers of City Hall of said City, located at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California. 1. CALL TO ORDER: The Meeting was called to order at 7:25 p.m. a. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Stratton. 3. ROLL CALL: Present: Chair John R. Hall, Jr., Commissioners Ginger Stratton, Sandra G. Thompson, Arlene Butler. Commissioner Debra Ulis - Judd was absent. Staff Present: Christine Adams, Director of Community Services, and Patty Lemcke, Administrative Secretary. 4. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS AND SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: None. 5. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA: None. 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS: 1. Mr. Dale Smith wished to comment on Item 7.E, that he was in favor of the use of Arroyo Vista Park for Cross Country and jogging purposes. Mr. Smith has been a track coach at Moorpark High School for approximately twelve years. He stated that considering the large number of Moorpark residents that jog, to allow an approximate three mile course at Arroyo Vista Park would be a safer place to jog rather than the streets. r- Minutes of the Parks and - November 7, 1994 Recreation Commission Page Two A jogging course other activities at be necessary, nor enough space. 7. CONSENT CALENDAR: would not interfere with the park, lights would not concrete, and there is A. Approval of the Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes of October 3. 1994, Staff Recommendation: Approve as presented. B. Approval of the Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes of October 17. 1994, Staff Recommendation: Approve as presented. C. Park Status Report. Staff Recommendation: Receive and File the Report. D. Update on Adopt a Park Program. Staff Recommendation: Receive and File the Report. B. Update on High School Cross Country Use of Arroyo Vista Community Park, Staff Recommendation: Receive and File the Report. MOTION: Commissioner Stratton moved to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Commissioner Thompson seconded. The motion was carried 4 -0. Commissioner Ulis - Judd was absent. 8. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS: A. Consider Special Event Report: Teen Music Festival. Staff Recommendation: Receive and File the Report. Director Adams gave an oral report on the event. Approximately 200 to 300 teens were present throughout the day. The Teen Council was pleased. Director Adams felt the only problem was the low turnout, but this was a first time event for Teen Council. They will aim for better planning for the Teen Dance scheduled for December 29th. Commissioner Butler stated that she had received negative feedback. The advertising of this event said that it would be a "Teen Festival" and her Minutes of the Parks and November 7, 1994 Recreation Commission Page 3 opinion is that it was a "Teen Concert". She feels that the attendance of the Moorpark and Simi teens was not great, and that the majority of the teens were from other communities. Also she was under the assumption that there would be other activities, (such as booths, etc.) in addition to the music. Commissioner Thompson stated that she had received different feedback. She understands why some parents had concerns with the type of music which was not basic rock. Also she had heard that the majority of teens were Moorpark and Simi residents. Commissioner Thompson suggested that perhaps at the next event they could have a mixture of music. She believes that this was a good beginning for the Teen Council. Commissioner Stratton stated that it was to her understanding that this event was to be a "Music Festival" and that is what it was. Chair Hall stated that he felt the event did not fulfill what the City had set out to accomplish; one area being the advertising of local businesses. He felt there should have been additional activities. He felt that perhaps the next activity should be presented for recommendation by the Park and Recreation Commission. There were some questions as to the control of the budget for the Community Services Department. Director Adams will let Commission know the clarification on this. MOTION: Commissioner Thompson moved to receive and file report. Commissioner Butler seconded. The motion was carried 4 -0. Commissioner Debra Ulis - Judd was absent. B. Consider Special Event Report: Halloween, Staff Recommendation: Receive and File the Report. Director Adams reported that the Halloween party was a great success. Shelly Shellabarger, Recreation Supervisor, did a great job, and Director Adams thanked all volunteers and participants for their support. The number of Minutes of the Park and November 7, 1994 Recreation Commission Page 4 people who attended well exceeded what was expected. Commission all agreed that it was a great success and also thanked all involved for their time and support. Commission discussed that next year perhaps instead of a costume contest, we have a costume parade and all the children could receive a participation ribbon. Commissioner Thompson gave special thanks to the Kiwanis for all the effort and prizes they donated. MOTION: Commissioner Thompson moved to receive and file the report. Commissioner Stratton seconded. The motion was carried 4 -0. Commissioner Debra Ulis - Judd was absent. C. Update on Country Trail Park, Staff Recommendation: Receive and File the Report. Director Adams explained that the agreement between the City and VC Flood Control has not been finalized, but the park construction may not be contingent on this agreement, and they could proceed with the play equipment. Director Adams reminded Commission that the plans for equipment had been approved and Commission needed to select colors. Commission all agreed on design of the plan and decided on the color scheme. MOTION: Commissioner Butler moved that the design remain the same and the colors would be as follows: 1. All plastic parts, (platforms and covers) to be beige. 2. Uprights to be teal. 3. Railings to be cranberry. Commissioner Stratton seconded. The motion was carried 4 -0. Commissioner Debra Ulis - Judd was �— absent. Minutes of the Park and November 7, 1994 Recreation Commission Page 5 9. ANNOUNCEMENTS / FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: Chair Hall would like an update on the status of the Downtown Park after it has been presented to Council. Chair Hall also inquired if there have been any changes to the design. Director Adams stated that if Council decides to cut the cost, the amphitheater will be eliminated, and possibly replaced with a pavilion. Commissioner Thompson would like the status of the burnt equipment and replacement for Glenwood Park. Director Adams stated that all burnt equipment that was considered unsafe had been cleared away and new equipment is scheduled to arrive in December. Chair Hall would like an approximate date on the construction of Country Trail Park. Director Adams stated that the ground breaking should start in December and may take four to five months to complete to a degree to utilize. Commissioner Thompson would like to know status of play equipment at Campus Canyon Park. Chair Hall suggested that Arroyo Vista Park needs a sign for advertising events. Residents can than be better aware of planned activities. 10. ADJOURNMENT: Chair Hall moved to adjourn the meeting and Commissioner Stratton seconded. The motion was carried 4 -0. Commissioner Debra Ulis - Judd was absent. The time was 8:30 p.m. Minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission Page 6 Respectfully submitted, Patty L +cke Administ ative Secretary November 7, 1994