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HomeMy WebLinkAbout031810 - PR Comm MinutesApproved April 15, 2010 CITY OF A TA SCA DERO PARKS AND RECREA TION COMMISSION MINUTES Thursday, March 18, 2010 REGULAR SESSION: 7:00 P.M. Chairperson Chacon called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and Commissioner Greenaway led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners Butz, Cooper, Greenaway, Wachtel, Vice Chairperson Zirk and Chairperson Chacon. Youth Representative O'Connell. Absent: Commissioner Marks. (excused) Others Present: Recording Secretary Shannon Sims. Staff Present: Community Services Director Brady Cherry, Deputy Director of Public Works — Operations Geoff English and Recreation Supervisor Jennifer Fanning. COMMUNITY FORUM — None. /_\Ja AZI17_T MOTION: By Commissioner Wachtel and seconded by Commissioner Greenaway to approve the Agenda. Motion passed 6:0 by a roll -call vote. COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS: Commissioner Wachtel thanked staff for helping to coordinate the recent SLOCAPRA Commissioner's Workshop. He said he found the Workshop enlightening and enjoyed the tour of Hearst Castle. Commissioner Butz talked about the success of the recent Dancing with the Stars event that raised approximately $30,000 for the library. She spoke of the upcoming Women's Shelter fundraiser on March 27th, at the Taft Barn. Ms. Butz said tickets to the "Casino Night" are $65 and for more information call, 461-1338. She mentioned www.communitygivingback. com, a local non-profit, that attends community events, takes photos and posts them on their website. Vice Chairperson Zirk said that he heard about the success of the "Dancing with the Stars" fundraiser and commented that some of the dancers even ended up on U -Tube. Chairperson Chacon relayed that the recent Commissioner's training was a great opportunity to try to understand the complexity of an organization and what it costs to run it. He also mentioned that he will be meeting with Community Services Director Brady Cherry a week or two before every Commission meeting. Mr. Chacon said that Mr. Cherry will try to notify the Commission of upcoming items, in advance, via e-mail. He also said that he has requested that some time be set aside on each Agenda to train Commissioners with regards to the Manual. 1. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes - January 21, 2010 ■ Staff Recommendation: Commission approve the Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting minutes of the January 21, 2010 meeting. [Community Services] 2. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes - February 18, 2010 ■ Staff Recommendation: Commission approve the Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting minutes of the February 18, 2010 meeting. [Community Services] PUBLIC COMMENT — None. MOTION: By Vice Chairperson Zirk and seconded by Commissioner Butz to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion passed 5:0 by a roll -call vote. (Cooper Abstained) B. MANAGEMENT REPORTS: 1. Eagle Scout Project — Paloma Creek Park Flag Pole (Peter Gerhardt) ■ Fiscal Impact: All costs related to this project will be covered through donations solicited by the Eagle Scout candidate. Page 2 of 6 ■ Recommendation: Commission recommend approval of a proposed project, by Boy Scout Peter Gerhardt, to install a flag pole at Paloma Creek Park. [Public Works] Deputy Director of Public Works — Operations Geoff English introduced Boy Scout Peter Gerhardt. Boy Scout Peter Gerhardt gave the report and answered questions of the Commission. Deputy Director of Public Works — Operations Geoff English answered further questions of the Commission. PUBLIC COMMENT — None. MOTION: By Commissioner Wachtel and seconded by Vice Chairperson Zirk to approve the proposed project, by Boy Scout Peter Gerhardt, to install a new flag pole at the Paloma Creek Park. Motion passed 6:0 by a roll -call vote. 2. Proposed Memorial Statue for the Charles Paddock Zoo ■ Fiscal Impact: The project will be funded through community donations. Maintenance costs are to be determined by input from the artist. ■ Recommendation: Commission review the Memorial statue proposal to honor the late Charles Paddock and make a recommendation for approval to the City Council. [Community Services] Community Services Director Brady Cherry gave the staff report and answered questions of the Commission. PUBLIC COMMENT Barbara Combs, lives on Lake View Drive, said she loves the progress that is going on at the Lake Park. She suggested having the proposed statue be interactive for children in the future. Ms. Combs inquired about maintenance and if/when the tiger fountain will be flowing again in the future. Community Services Director Brady Cherry responded that the fountain has ceased running because of water consumption issues and that the water feature is planned to be running again after the Zoo construction is finished. Chuck Ward, lives in Atascadero, stated that Mark Greenaway is a true asset to this community and commented on his ability to capture the essence of a subject. Mr. Ward expressed that he thinks the proposed statue would be a tremendous asset to the City and would be an added attraction for the Zoo. He complimented Council Member Bob Kelley for proposing this project and encouraged the Commission to approve it. Commissioner Chacon read an e-mail, from a member of the Public, that was forwarded to the Commission into the record as follows: Page 3 of 6 "Good Morning. 1 had a message from Jackie Fadley letting me know that she would not be able to be in attendance at the upcoming Commission Meeting but wanted to have her opinion be known. With regards to the proposed Charles Paddock Memorial Statue, she said that she knew Charles Paddock personally and is "all in favor" of the statue. " Chairperson Chacon closed the Public Comment period. MOTION: By Vice Chairperson Zirk and seconded by Commissioner Wachtel to recommend approval to the City Council of the Memorial statue proposal to honor the late Charles Paddock. Motion passed 6:0 by a roll -call vote. 3. Reauest to Place 1/4 Scale Replica of S-44 Submarine. Lakeside, at Atascadero Lake Park (Reeves) ■ Fiscal Impact: None. All expenses related to this proposal would be the responsibility of Lloyd Reeves. The City would benefit from an undetermined increase in shared rental proceeds from the submarine. ■ Recommendation: Commission review a request by Lloyd Reeves, the Atascadero Lake Boat Rental Concessionaire, to place a 1/4 scale replica of a 1928 S-44 US Submarine, lakeside, for tours at Atascadero Lake. [Community Services] Community Services Director Brady Cherry gave the staff report and answered questions of the Commission. Lloyd Reeves, applicant, circulated pictures and information about the proposed replica submarine to the Commissioners and answered questions of the Commission. PUBLIC COMMENT Barbara Combs, 9005 Lake View Drive, said a couple of neighbors have called her and expressed concern. She said that visually, it reminds her a little of the solar water contraption in the middle of the lake that just draws birds and ducks to sit and defecate on it. Ms. Combs expressed that she likes the idea of having Mr. Reeves bring the replica submarine to the next meeting so that Commissioners and the Public can have a chance to see it up close. She stated that she is concerned with the challenge of not having good water quality at the Lake. Chuck Ward, lives in Atascadero, said he thinks it is a fantastic idea and that it would be an asset for Lake. He stated that he thinks the replica sub would tie-in nicely with the Veterans Memorial. Mr. Ward encouraged the Commission to not let the fear of an accident hold them back and reminded them that all passengers would be wearing life jackets, just like they do in the kayaks at the Lake. He commented that with regards to water quality, he's a chemical engineer, and the only way the Lake's water quality would improve is to remove 75% of the water fowl. Page 4 of 6 Barbara Combs, resident, talked about issues in the past with motorized boats and noise around the Lake Park. She said she thinks this would be opening up a can of worms. Ms. Combs said she would like to hear what the motor sounds like and thinks that more neighbors would be interested in attending future meetings if this proposal proceeds as a viable option. She thinks looking out the windows of the replica submarine would just show how murky the water is and thinks that a bigger focus should be placed on circulating the Lake water. Chuck Ward, resident, stated that an electric motor is driven by a battery and is not a speed boat. He said it would rotate slowly, only 3-4 knots, and the replica submarine would be a friendly craft as far as keeping the serenity of the water. Chairperson Chacon closed the Public Comment period. Discussion ensued amongst Commissioners. Chairperson Chacon expressed his concern about the safety of the submarine. MOTION: By Commissioner Zirk and seconded by Commissioner Wachtel to recommend approval to the City Council of the request by Lloyd Reeves, the Atascadero Lake Boat Rental Concessionaire, to place a 1/4 scale replica of a 1928 S-44 US Submarine, lakeside, for tours at Atascadero Lake, with the following conditions: 1. Fire Department has the ability to conduct water rescues; and 2. City Attorney has reviewed for ADA compliance; and 3. City Council would be able to modify the Municipal Code to allow motor boats in the Lake. 4. The applicant consent to requested operating hours/days or any other requests or concerns the Fire Department might have. Motion passed 4:2 by a roll -call vote. (Chacon and Greenaway opposed) C. COMMITTEE & LIAISON REPORTS: 1. Atascadero Youth Task Force — April 6th at 7:00 a.m., Atascadero High School. Commissioner Cooper said the AYTF, in conjunction with The Link, contributed to the library fundraiser, "Dancing with the Stars," by gathering donations for the high school principal, E.J. Rossi, to compete. He mentioned that the high school Mock Rock is March 20th, at the Atascadero Junior High School. Mr. Cooper also relayed that on March 30th, the "World Cafe" event, which focuses on youth issues, will be held at the high school, from 11:00am — 2:OOpm. He said the topics are alcohol, safety, and mental health. Finally, Mr. Cooper said that the April AYTF meeting has been moved to April 13th due to spring break. Page 5 of 6 D. STAFF COMMENTS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1. Mark Your Calendar: ■ Teen Center Movie Night — March 19th at Colony Park Community Center. ■ California Parks and Recreation Society District 8 Awards Banquet — Friday, March 26th, 5:30pm, Camarillo Community Center ■ March 27th —April 11th: The very popular seasonal exhibit, "Bunny Town and Chick City", will be on display at the Charles Paddock Zoo. ■ March 27th: The opening of the "Monster Skate Contest" series will be held at the A -Town Skate Park. ■ April 15th: Zoo accreditation celebration and reception at the Pavilion on the Lake, from 4:00 — 6:OOpm. 2. Colony Park Community Center Update 3. Park Project Update Recreation Supervisor Jennifer Fanning reviewed the Staff Comments/Announcements. Community Services Director Brady Cherry mentioned the April 15th Zoo Accreditation Reception and encouraged all Commissioners to attend. Deputy Director of Public Works — Operations Geoff English gave a park project update and answered questions of the Commission. Commissioner Butz recognized Youth Representative O'Connell for being crowned King at the high school. Youth Representative O'Connell thanked the Commission and said it was an honor. Commissioner Butz relayed that tickets for the Atascadero Wine Festival are on sale. She said it will be held on June 26th, and the theme is the Flamingo, since funds raised will be going towards the new flamingo exhibit. E. ADJOURNMENT: Chairperson Chacon adjourned the meeting at 8:52 p.m. f•Il0111imam WX03=1 01c3'is Shannon Sims, Recording Secretary Page 6 of 6