HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-10-2000 Park and Recreation Commission Minutes Saratoga Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
Administrative Offices, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga
January 10,2000
7:30 p.m.
Action Minutes
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:30p.m.
II. Roll Call
Commissioners Present: Alberts, Dodge, Fronczak, Ioannou, Seroff.
Commissioners Absent: Olsen, Clabeaux
Others Present: Council Member Nick Streit, Joan Pisani, Dennis Paboojian,
James and Teri Baron, Kara Chalmers, Matt and Maryam and Jila Madison,
Kevin Skelly, Bill Brooks, Ron Addphson, Karen Garappolo, Sandy Lewis, Cary
Bloomquist
III. Report on Posting of the Minutes: Pursuant to Government Code $4954.2 the
agenda was properly posted on December 29, 1999.
IV. Approval of November 15 and November 22, 1999 action minutes:
Commissioner Ioannou made a motion to approve the minutes of November 15,
1999 with minor corrections. Commissioner Dodge seconded the motion and
the motion was carried (6/0). Commissioner Ioannou made a motion to
approve the minutes of November £2, 1999 with minor corrections.
Commissioner Seroff seconded the motion and the motion was carried (6/0).
V. Administration:
A) Newly appointed Commissioners Dodge, Fronczak and Seroff were
introduced and welcomed by Chair Alberts. Each new Commissioner
made brief comments.
B) Liaison Bloomquist, Chair Alberts, and Recreation Director Pisani
discussed Attendance/Registration for the California and Pacific
Southwest Recreation and Park Training Conference in Ontario, CA from
March 15-18. Registration information distributed by Liaison
Bloomquist to new Commissioners.
C) Liaison Bloolmquist gave an overview of the Park Development Fund
Finance Department Report. Some discussion ensued among
Commissioners
VI. Oral & Written Communication:
None
VII. Old Business:
Action Matrix Items A-D listed below:
A) Liaison Bloomquist gave an update on the play equipment improvement
projects at Kevin Moran and Gardiner Parks. Discussion ensued among the
Commission members. Council Member Streit gave an update on the
Congress Springs Parks playfields improvements and turf meetings.
Discussion continued among Commission Members and it was
recommended that Commissioner Seroff begin attending the Congress
Springs Park playfields and turf improvement meetings. Commissioner
Seroff agreed to attend the next meeting at City Hall.
B) Liaison Bloomquist gave an update on the status of the closure of the "water
tank section" of the Parker Ranch Trail. Trail was closed to the Public
December 1999.
C) The Commission, with input from James and Teri Baron of the Saratoga Trail
Enthusiasts discussed Mt. Eden Estates Trails issues. Commissioner Ioannou
agreed to draft a letter to property owner Safai regarding the condition of
the trail. Commissioner Dodge volunteered to get involved with the various
aspects of this trail.
D) Commissioner Ioannou gave an update regarding the 12/7/99 meeting of
the Bicycle Advisory Committee. Jim Stallman gave comments on scope of
proposed trail project. Letter from Jim Stallman to be reviewed at next
meeting on 02/07/00.
VIII. New Business:
A) Teri Baron of the Saratoga Trail Enthusiasts gave a presentation regarding a
trial blockage at 21801 Mt. Eden Road. Landscaping and planting was
done at this site by property owner, resulting in a possible easement
encroachment. Commissioner discussion continued with a motion made by
Commissioner Ioannou to Draft a letter to Community Development
Director James Walgren to investigate if property owner has a right to
landscape and plant this area. Motion was seconded by Chair Alberts and
motion carried by a vote of (6/0).
B) Mr. Dennis Paboojian gave a presentation regarding the Draft
Environmental Impact Report regarding the Paul Masson Mountain Winery
Property. Chair Alberts thanked Mr. Paboojian for his interest in protecting
the existing trails in the area to be affected by the proposed development.
Chair Alberts reminded Mr. Paboojian that this very issue has been
discussed and voted on at a previous Parks and Recreation Commission
Meeting. Chair Alberts reiterated the Commissions Support of Mr.
Paboojians efforts to protect the trails in the community. Commissioner
Ioannou made a motion to send a letter from the Saratoga Parks and
Recreation Commission to the Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation
Commission to address the Nexus for Trails safety and traffic issues.
Commissioner Fronczak Seconded the motion and the motion carried by a
vote of (6-0).
C) Matt Madison of Indoor Sports Network Corporation gave a presentation
regarding the Construction and funding of an indoor gymnasium facility in
Saratoga that would only result in utilities costs to the City. Mr. Madison
indicated the facility would not have sponsorships or advertising, and
would be donated to the City and leased back to the City at $1.00 per
month. Mr. Madison stated use of the facility would be by reservation only
and that the entire structure could be built in 30 days. All funds would be
fronted or raised by Mr. Madison and admission fees would be levied
against users of the facilities until such time as the original construction
cost was realized. Once the facility was paid off, Mr. Madison would divert
these "excess" funds into a trust account for the use of the City of Saratoga
in the construction of another facility. Commissioners discussed the
proposal and questioned Mr. Madison. Upon conclusion, Commissioner
Dodge thanked Mr. Madison for his time and made a motion he attend the
next Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting with detailed
documentation regarding drawings and logistics pertaining to facility
construction. Commissioner Seroff seconded the motion and the motion
carried by vote (6/0).
D) Presentation by Dr. Kevin Skelly, Principal of Saratoga High School,
requesting $150,000.00 for the construction of a new Aquatic Center at
Saratoga High School. Aquatic center to be open to the public via City of
Saratoga Recreation Department programs. Funding source is a 1 O-year
sinking fund, utilizing General Funds, which will pre-pay for Recreation
Department Facilities usage for the next 10 years. Recreation Director Joan
Pisani made comments of support for the project, as did numerous
Commissioners. Bills Brooks and Ron Addphson offered comments of
support. Saratoga High School Sport Boosters members Sandy Lewis and
Karen Garappola gave input regarding project and answered questions
from the Commission. Discussion ensued among the Commission members
with Commissioner Ioannou making a motion to recommend a
$150,000.00 Sinking Fund to be paid out of the General Fund to pre-pay
for usage of school facilities by the City of Saratoga Recreation Department
programs. Commissioner Dodge seconded the motion and the motion
carried by vote (5/1), with Commissioner Seroff abstaining.
IX. Reports:
Commissioner Reports:
Commissioner Ioannou made a motion that Commissioners Assignments be
placed on the next meeting agenda. Commissioner Fronczak seconded the
motion and the motion carried by vote (6/0).
Ci_ty Hall Update:
Liaison Bloomquist welcomed the new Commissioners with no additional
updates.
Recreation Department Status Report:
Recreation Director Joan Pisani gave a brief overview of various Recreation
Department Programs. Camp winter wonderland was a success with over
100 children participating. The various youth basketball programs are
going well with strong registration numbers.
X. Adjournment
Commissioner Dodge made a motion to adjourn the meeting with
Commissioner Fronczak seconding the motion. The motion carried by vote
(6/0) and the meeting was adjourned at 10:39 p.m.
Prepared By:-
Cary Bloomquist
Staff Liaison
Child Care Coordinators Basic Duties
1. To oversee the Child Care Programs within the city of Saratoga and to provide a broad
range of services and communication to the general public consisting of; child care center
programs, family child care providers, private sector developers, city departments, and
other parties interested in identifying community child care needs and in developing and
expanding child care services.
2. Work-with and coordinate activities designed to facilitate the use permit process for child
care facilities in Saratoga. To review and recommend changes to regulatory obstacles in the
City that could negatively impact or impede the City's ability to make available child care
programs.
Questions:
Can the City allocate an annual budget for programs and mailers?
Who is the Cities contact to approve programs or ideas from the CoOrdinator?
Is there an office or an area that can be used occasionally when needed by the Coordinator?