HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-04-1999 Park and Recreation Commission Minutes Saratoga Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
Administrative Offices, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga
October 04,1999
7:30 p.m.
Action Minutes
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:36 p.m.
II. Roll Call '
Commissioners Present: Alberts, Clabeaux, Ioannou, Swan, Whitney
Commissioners Absent: Friedrich, Olsen
Others Present: Council Member Nick Streit, Joan Pisani, Irene Jacobs, Cary
Bloomquist,
III. Report on Posting of the Minutes: Pursuant to Government Code 54954.2 the
agenda was properly posted on September 30, 1999.
IV. Approval of Minutes of September 07, 1999 Meeting: Commissioner Swan made
a motion to approve the minutes of September 07, 1999 with the following
correction made to section VII, paragraph 2, from "motorbikes" to bicycles.
Commissioner Ioannou seconded the motion and the motion was carried. (5/0)
Administration:
A) The City's financial statements reflecting the balance of the Park
Development Fund was distributed for the Commission's review.
B)Cary Bloomquist was introduced as new staff liaison to the commission.
C) Farewell dinner for parting Commission members is set for October 28,
1999 at 6:30 P.M., Florentines Restaurant.
Oral & Written Communication: None
VI. Old Business:
A) Kevin Moran & Gardiner Park: The agenda for the play equipment meeting
on October 07, 1999 is distributed. The presentation will be given by W.
Jeffrey Heid, Architect, and Ewing Philden of Ross recreation equipment. It
is recommended by commission members that Dave Mooney, supervisor of
all City parks, attend the meeting. The meeting for Kevin Moran Park will
commence at 7:00 p.m. followed by the Gardiner Park meeting at 8:00 p.m.
B) Parker Ranch Trail Issues: Commissioner Swan distributed materials,
including a map, from the Saratoga Trail Enthusiasts showing the area of
the proposed trail closure. It is recommended by Commissioner Swan that
this section of the trail be closed immediately due to safety/liability issues.
Commissioner Alberts indicated the need for signage on this trail. Staff to
follow-up.
VII. New Business:
Congress Springs Park Restroom renovation: Council Member Streit
reported the condition of the facility as deplorable and embarrassing to our
community and to the City. As reported by Council Member Streit, the
interior of the restroom needs to be "gutted" and completely refurbished.
Council Member Streit suggested delaying the Wildwood Park restroom
refurbishment so that it could be combined with the refurbishment of the
Congress Springs Parks Restroom project.
Council Member Streit indicated he would present this to the City Council at
the October 20, 1999 meeting for approval.
Council Member Streit also suggested the closure of Congress Springs Park
for a one-year period to facilitate needed repairs of the playfields.
VIII. Reports:
Commissioner Reports: There were general updates and comments made by
several Commissioners on an array of various issues related to Parks and
Recreation.
Ci_ty Hall Update: Irene Jacobs stated it was her pleasure to serve the public
as a City employee, and that it was an honor to with the wonderful people
on the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Recreation Department Status Report: Recreation Director, Joan Pisani, gave
an update regarding the safe rides program, which occurs on Friday and
Saturday nights at the Warner Hutton House. This program serves
approximately 11 individuals each weekend with rides.
IX. Adjournment
Commissioner Alberts made a motion to adjourn the meeting and
Commissioner Clabeaux seconded the motion. The motion carried and the
meeting was adjourned at 9:51 p.m. (5/0)
Prepared By:
Cary Bloomquist
City Staff Representative