HomeMy WebLinkAbout051806 - PR Comm MinutesApproved July 27, 2006
CITY OF A TASCADERO
PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION
MINUTES
Thursday, May 18, 2006
7:00 P.M.
REGULAR SESSION: 7:00 P.M.
Vice Chairperson Sechrist called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and Commissioner
Jack led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Commissioners Butz, Jack, Livick, and Vice Chairperson Sechrist
Student Representatives Buck -Moyer and Solkshinitz
Absent: Commissioners Ausman, Castaneda and Chairperson Mathews
Staff Present: Deputy Public Works Director Geoff English, Administrative
Services Director Rachelle Rickard, Police Chief John Couch,
Recreational Supervisor Jennifer Fanning and Recording Secretary
Grace Pucci.
COMMUNITY FORUM:
Eric Greening spoke about the creek restoration project and the lack of a negative
declaration on the Resource Conservation District's project below San Gabriel.
Because this item is time sensitive he suggested either holding a special meeting of the
Parks and Recreation Commission or forwarding it on to the Planning Commission.
Deputy Public Works Director Geoff English reported that there will be a special
Commission meeting in early June (date to be determined) in addition to the regular
meeting which will be held at Stadium Park.
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Commissioner Castaneda joined the hearing at 7:08 p.m.
Jonalee Istenes spoke about the area from Paloma Creek Park through to the Salinas
River and indicated that it could also use a trail.
Vice Chairperson Sechrist closed the Community Forum.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
MOTION: By Commissioner Jack and seconded by Commissioner Butz
to approve the agenda.
Motion passed 5:0 by a roll -call vote.
COMMISSION/ YOUTH REPRESENTATIVE ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS:
Student Representative Buck Moyer reported on High School activities including: a
choir concert on June 3rd, a Frisbee competition held two weeks ago, and the second
round of the CIF track competition on Saturday.
Student Representative Solkshinitz announced that he will be attending St Johns
University in New York next year, and reported that the High School graduation is
scheduled for June 8t". He also reminded the Commission that July will be his last
month as Student Representative and recommended keeping a second student
representative position as well as seeking someone younger to serve to balance out the
grade differences.
Commissioner Butz reported on the activities for the Atascadero Wine Festival
scheduled for June 23rd and 24t"
Commissioner Jack spoke about an email from a citizen who was interested in the dog
rules for local parks, and stated that all municipal codes are on the city's website. He
also reported that there will be a parks related issue on the next City Council agenda.
Vice Chairperson Sechrist gave an update on the recreational center bid process and
announced that the proposed start date is August 1 st.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR:
1. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes — April 20, 2006
■ Staff Recommendation: Commission approve the Parks and
Recreation Commission minutes of the April 20, 2006, meeting.
[Community Services]
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MOTION: By Commissioner Jack and seconded by Commissioner Livick
to approve Item #A-1.
Motion passed 5:0 by a voice vote.
B. PRESENTATIONS:
1. Presentation by Rachelle Rickard, Administrative Services Director,
on the financial status of the City of Atascadero.
Administrative Services Director Rachelle Rickard with Police Chief John Couch gave
the presentation and answered questions of the Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Eric Greening spoke of the importance of looking at both sides of the equation and
potential impacts when seeking new sources of funding. He suggested communities
work together to seek restoration of the original level of vehicle license fee, and raised
questions about sales tax, and road repair costs. He commented that as lot sizes get
smaller in Atascadero, parks will become more essential.
Vice Chairperson Sechrist closed the Public Comment period.
C. MANAGEMENT REPORTS:
1. Atascadero Creek Encroachment Discussion (Citizen Request Item)
■ Fiscal Impact: None
■ Recommendation: Informational item only.
Deputy Public Works Director English introduced Jonalee Istenes who had requested
this item be placed on the agenda.
Jonalee Istenes gave a presentation to the Commission regarding the Status Quo Ante
Trail and creek environment which extends from San Gabriel Road heading west to the
three bridges area. Because this area is separate from the state funded project it will
rely heavily for maintenance on volunteer efforts led by the SOURCE group. She
announced that a creek cleanup has been scheduled for September 30th, and requested
help with maps that show property lines and easements, information on what types of
plants can be planted in the creek, and what is allowed in the easement area. Ms.
Istenes answered questions of the Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
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Eric Greening spoke about the difference between an easement and a setback, and
stated he hoped that the creek cleanup would permit more residents to discover that
area.
Vice Chairperson Sechrist closed the Public Comment period.
D. COMMITTEE & LIAISON REPORTS:
1. Atascadero Youth Task Force - Next meeting June 6th, 2006, 7:00 a.m.
Pavilion Lakeside Room
2. Traffic Way Naming Contest - Commissioners Jack/Ausman: a letter has
been sent to the City Council, and a meeting was held with the editor of
the Atascadero News who pledged his support.
E. STAFF COMMENTS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Recreation Supervisor Jennifer Fanning reported on the following items:
1. City /Schools Joint facilities report to Council
2. Children's Day in the Park, May 20, 2006
3. New Zoo Exhibit, "Metamorphosis" - Now Open
4. Lake park Design Guidelines delayed until 6/27
5. City Magazine/ Guide Due Out May 19th
6. Recreation Center "Buy -A -Brick Campaign"
7. Stadium Park Open House 6/15/06 - Please Plan to Attend
8. Pavilion Kitchen Floor & Maintenance position
9. Part — Time Staff Training, 6/7/06
10. Lake Pavilion Mayor's Fundraising Dinner - 9/22/06
11. Wine Festival June 23, 24, 2006
Commissioner Butz distributed flyers regarding Farmer's Market in the Sunken Gardens
on June 7t", and reported that the Chamber of Commerce barbecue calendar is out.
F. ADJOURNMENT:
Vice Chairperson Sechrist adjourned the meeting at 8:56 p.m. to the next regularly
scheduled meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission on June 15, 2006.
MEETING RECORDED AND MINUTES PREPARED BY:
Grace Pucci, Recording Secretary
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