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SARATOGA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MINUTES
DATE: Monday, April 1, 1974 - 730 P.M.
PLACE: Crisp Memorial Conference Room, Saratoga City Offices,
137?7 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, Calif. 95070
TYPE: Regular Meeting
I. ORGANIZATION
A. ROLL CALL
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PRESENT: Commissioners Buchanan, Clawson, Gordon, Leong,
Rose, and Zambetti.
ABSENT: Commissioners Terry and Wilberding.
GUESTS: Mr. Neil Cabrina, Mr. Kaufmann and Mr. D. McDaniel.
B. t~7INUTES
The PIinutes of the March 18, 1974 meeting were approved as
corrected.
II. OLD BUSINESS
A. BROOKGLEN PARK
Mr. Buktenica presented drawings for the development of Brookglen
• Park. He explained the following sections:
BROOKGLEN
PARK
1. Concrete Pathway - This extends from Brookglen Court to the
back of the property rather than in a circular pattern
because of the size of the property. It is designed to be
used b9 roller skaters and bicycles as well as pedestrians.
2. Flay Area - This area is designed for use by all ages.
Mr. Buktenica felt that use conflicts will be solved by the
fact that different age groups will use the park at different
times. The equipment will be constructed with square 1u~.ber
and the ground covered with grass and fir bark. Subdued
night lighting will be included here.
3. Multi-Furpose Area - This is at the back of the property and
will inclu^e a basketball ring. fir. Cabrina suggested
putting two rims back-to-back in the center of the area.
4. Ficnic Tables - Two tables will be installed at the termination
of the walkway. A bench in the play area could also be used.
5. Game Area - A 30' X 60' lawn game area will be located on the
opposite side of the pathway from the play area.
6. Fencing - The front and down part of each side will be rail-
typ,:, fcnci:.g. Tue ~o~. property bour,LLary and bsouiicl tiie
multi-purpose area will be 6' fencing which ~ould be
covered with vines. The remainder of the back area. will be
mounded and planted with shrubs. ~~~~~
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PARKS AND RDCREATION COMMISSION - MINUTES - APRIL 1, 1974 - continued
Commissioner Zambetti 'asked how police and maintenance vehicles
could get into the park a
Mr. Buktenica said that police can see all areas of the park
from Brookglen Court. Maintenance vehicles can use the walkway
from either Brookglen Court or the easement along the back of
the park. He did not think it is necessary to be able to drive
into the park because of its size.
The easement used by the tennis club is a private easement leased
to them by the owners. The City may want to negotiate a lease
to use the easement.
Commissioner Clawson asked about drainage of the park.
Mr. Buktenica felt that the contours of the park will take care
of the drainage, but drains could be added if necessary.
Mr. Cabrina felt that the residents will be pleased with the
design and willing to help with construction.
Mr. Buktenica will return April 15th with more complete plans.
B. STATE BEACH, PARK, RECREATIONAL AND HISTORICAL FACILITIES
BOI~1D ACT Or 1974
The Secretary said that payment for projects will be as a
STATE BOND reimbursement, but that plans for acquisition or development
.AC_T_- 1974 must be approved by the state before signing any agreement or
contract. She did not think any legal problems with Congress
Springs Fark development and acquisition will affect its
eligibility for funding, but a second choice should be designated.
Commissioner Clawson moved that Congress Springs Park development
and or acquisition be designated as the first choice for use
of these funds. Commissioner Zambetti seconded the motion and
it was passed unanimously.
The following projects were considered for the alternative project:
1. Foothill Fark - X55,000 - 1976-77. There has been considerable
resident interest in developing this site.
2. Central Park - The Commission felt that development is too
far in the future to be considered for these funds.
3. E1 Quito Park - X60,000 - 1977-78. The Commission did not
want to designate this nark because it is leased land.
4. Kevin iioran Park - Phase II - 19'76-~~. Tennis courts to be
inc uded in base I~development would appeal to many residents.
5. Azule Park - 197'7-78 - The development of the transportation
corridor and AB-1081 will affect development of this par's
considerably.
Commissioner Zambetti moved and Commissioner Rose seconded that
acquisition and or development of Foothill Park and development
of Kevin .oran Fark be designated jointly as the alternative to
Gongress Springs Park. The ~:otion eras passed unanimously.
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C. HARONE GARDEN REVIEW COI~ZITTEE
HARONE The Commission established a charter for the Hakone Garden
GARDEN Review Committee which includes the following:
REVIEW 1. Determine if additional property should be added to the
Garden;
2. Make a decision whether Hakone Garden should be developed
as a true Japanese garden or Japanese-like;
3. List short and long-term project for development of the garden;
4. Make necessary adjustments of the Capital Improvement
Program; and
~5. If possible, check costs for suggested projects.
Commissioner Rose moved that this charter be accepted by the
Commission. Commissioner Zambetti seconded, and the motion was
passed unanimously.
When Commissioner Terry returns from Hakone, Japan, the
Committee will begin work.
III. NEW BUSINESS
A. EL QUITO PARK DEDICATION CEREMOrdIES
EL QUITO The Commission agreed that either May 4th or May 11th would
pA~ be alright for the E1 Quito Park dedication ceremonies. Tree
Secretary will talk to the Mayor and City Manager and designate
one of these.
B. DATE FOR PUBLIC PRESENTATION OF BROOKGLEN PARK PLANS.
BROORGLEN The presentation of the Brookglen Park plans will take place
PARR April 2~'th at 7:30 at Hanson School. The Secretary will
publicize this and notify residents and the Homeowners Association.
Commissioner Zambetti talked to Iv1r.•Cabrina about organizing
a group of residents interested in working on the park development
sometime after this presentation.
IV. CO?'1~fITTEE AND STAFF REPORTS
A. COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Rose reported that the Citizens' Committee
resn_onsible for the bicycle ~,oute has requested to talk to
the City Council about the changes made by the City Council.
This meeting will probably be the 23rd of March.
B. STAFF REPORTS
1, The Secretary n_resented the proposed resolution regarding City
endorsement of Proposition I.
Commissioner Zambetti moved and Commissioner Buchanan
seconded that the Commission recommend that the City Council
endorse Proposition I. The motion was passed unanimously.
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2.. The Secretary reported that the City Council meeting to
discuss Commission appointments was postponed until
April 3rd.
3. The Secretary reported that the crop aggreement of Kevin
t7oran Park will be rescinded and another drawn up with Mr.
taightman who now takes care of the Central Park site.
4. She also reported that there will be a General Plan Review
hearing about the Sphere of Influence April 2nd.
5. Finally, the E1 Quito Park plant-in was a success, with
about 40 residents participating.
V. C02•~U23ICATIONS
A. WRITTEP~
MR. D. r;C DANIEL - t~IEST VALLEY JR. COLLEGE TRAIL AREA
Mr. McDaniel -reviewed the history of this trail and then
reported that a fence will soon be constructed around the
campus t,hich would have to be removed if a trail were ever
constructed. The trail has been on Test Valley College maps
for some time, b-_;t the college feels that responsibility for
maintenance of a trail. should be the• City's. The West Valley
Board of Directors will meet April 4th and 18th, and 2~;r.
McDaniel asked that the City communicate their feelings
regarding this trail to them. _
The Commission agreed that this trail is an important link in
Saratoga's trail system and should be preserved. Commissioner
Rose moved that the Commission recommended to the City Council
that the City of Saratoga enter into an agreement with 4lest
Valley Junior College to maintain the 'Test Valley College
perimeter trail. The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
The Commission also asked Mr. McDaniel to present their opinion
in discussions with West Valley College.
B. ORAL
Commissioner Rose asked about the City Council agenda item
about tdildwood Park. The Secretary answered that this involves
buying the property which was to be used for creek alignment.
Commissioner Leong asked about the progress of plans for a
weekend patrol for motorcycles at Azule Park. The Secretary
has talked to the Youth Commission, and they are interested in
helping. She is now waiting to post signs at the park and caill
then talk to the homeowners' association. The Sheriffs Deus~rtment
has three patrolmen who can patrol on motorcycles if arrangements are made.
VI . ADJOU?'u;r~iL?t T
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting
was adjourned at .10:30 P.M.
8espectfully submitted,
Barbara Sampson, Secretary
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