HomeMy WebLinkAbout101509 - PR Comm MinutesApproved November 19, 2009
CITY OF A TA SCA DERO
PA RKS AND RECREA TION
COMMISSION
MINUTES
Thursday, October 15, 2009
REGULAR SESSION: 7:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order at 7:06 p.m. by Chairperson Butz and Commissioner
Marks led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Commissioner Cooper, Greenaway, Marks, Zirk and
Chairperson Butz.
Absent: Vice Chairperson Chacon and Youth Representative
O'Connell.
Staff Present: Deputy Director of Public Works — Operations Geoff English,
Recreation Supervisor Paula Anton and Administrative
Assistant Shannon Sims.
COMMUNITY FORUM — None.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
MOTION: By Commissioner Marks and seconded by Commissioner
Greenaway to approve the Agenda.
Motion passed 5:0 by a roll -call vote.
Page 1 of 4
Approved November 19, 2009
PRESENTATION:
Presentation to Kevin Campion and Molly Morgan, in appreciation for
outstanding community service.
Chairperson Butz presented an award to Molly Morgan and said a few words about her
contributions.
Deputy Director of Public Works — Operations Geoff English spoke about Kevin
Campion's outstanding service to the community and presented him with an award.
COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS:
Commissioner Marks thanked City staff and the community for a very successful Creek
Clean -Up Day event.
Commissioner Cooper spoke of the privilege of being invited to an Eagle Scout Court of
Honor ceremony for Conner Whiteford.
Chairperson Butz mentioned that earlier in the evening was the retirement reception for
George Dodge, Executive Director of the Community Link. She said he was presented
with the Humanitarian Award.
Commissioner Zirk requested that two items be placed on a future agenda. He
requested that Commission meeting location and schedule be discussed, as well as re-
naming the Charles Paddock Zoo.
There was Commission consensus to place both of these items on a future
agenda.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR:
None.
B. MANAGEMENT REPORTS:
1. Naming a City Park, Facility or Amenity in Memory of Marjorie
Mackey
■ Fiscal Impact: Depending upon the option chosen, funding for an
attractive and durable sign for the location could cost $300-$900. It is
recommended that donations for the costs of this sign be solicited from
the community.
■ Recommendation: Commission review the suggested locations for
naming and recognizing the late Marjorie Mackey and make a
recommendation to the City Council. [Community Services]
Page 2 of 4
Approved November 19, 2009
Deputy Director of Public Works — Operations Geoff English gave report and answered
questions of the Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Deborah Stafford, resident, stated that she knew Marjorie Mackey for quite a long time.
She said that she agrees with Commissioner Butz and thinks that Marj would be very
happy with having Stadium Park Bowl or surrounding area named in her memory.
Chairperson Butz closed the Public Comment period.
A discussion ensued amongst Commissioners.
MOTION: By Commissioner Zirk and seconded by Commissioner
Cooper to make a recommendation to the City Council that the
"Marj Mackey Trail" and "Marj Mackey Meadow" be adopted in
Stadium Park in memory of the late Marjorie Mackey.
Motion passed 5:0 by a roll -call vote.
C. COMMITTEE & LIAISON REPORTS:
1. Atascadero Youth Task Force — 11/03/09 at 7:00 a.m., Atascadero High
School.
D. STAFF COMMENTS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. Mark Your Calendar:
■ Spring Atascadero Magazine Deadline — October 16th, 2009.
■ Zoo Boo — October 24t , 2009, 5:00 — 8:30pm, Charles Paddock Zoo
■ Youth Basketball — Registration ends October 22nd, 2009. Season to
begin January 9th, 2010.
■ Colony Park Community Center Teen Halloween Night — October 30,
2009, 7:00 — 10:OOpm, Colony Park Community Center
■ Holiday Boutique — November 21, 2009, 10:00am — 3:00p, Pavilion on
the Lake
■ Commission Training_— February 27th, 2010, 8:30am — 2:OOpm, Hearst
Castle
2. Colony Park Community Center Update
3. Park Project Update
Deputy Director of Public Works — Operations Geoff English reviewed past and
upcoming events and park projects with the Commission.
Page 3 of 4
Approved November 19, 2009
Commissioner Cooper relayed that the Atascadero Athletic Foundation is hosting a Hall
of Fame induction dinner on October 17, 2009, at the Santa Margarita Ranch. He also
relayed that the Foundation and Atascadero Main Street will be having their first annual
"Bandstand Competition" during Colony Days.
,\1310111Ni!IIT, 1=1ZIII
Chairperson Butz adjourned the meeting at 8: 10 p.m.
MINUTES PREPARED BY:
Shannon Sims, Administrative Assistant
Page 4 of 4