HomeMy WebLinkAboutRP Minutes: 03/14/2018 RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 14, 2018
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER — Chairperson Cheung called the meeting to order at 6:00pm in the Recreation
Conference Room.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Senior Administrative Assistant, Toni McKiernan
ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS
PRESENT: Raymond Cheung, Joe Shivan, Steve Swinney and Lyn Tom
EXCUSED: Randy Fowler
A motion was made by Vice-Chairperson Swinney, seconded by Commissioner Tom and unanimously
carried on roll call vote to excuse Commissioner Fowler from this meeting.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS - None
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
REPORTS FROM RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSIONERS
Vice-Chairperson Swinney announced he will be leading the Pledge of Allegiance at the next City Council
Meeting honoring his service to the community and Nation. Vice-Chairperson Swinney reported both
snack shacks at Windsor Field for Arcadia American Little League and Baldwin_.Sfocker,for Arcadia
National Little League are up and running.
Chairperson Cheung reported he and his family enjoyed the Opening Day Ceremony for Arcadia
American Little League on February 24. Chairperson Cheung announced he has already signed his sons
up for a couple of weeks of Outdoor Adventure Day Camp this summer and is excited about the Specialty
Camps.
Commissioner Shivan announced his son is participating in three events today in the All City Track and
Field Meet at Arcadia High School. Commissioner Shivan reported he will not be able to attend the Silver
Circle Dinner on April 2, as he will be on vacation with his family for spring break.
REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON
Council Member Verlato reported City Council is considering adopting Resolution No. 7208 supporting
the Reducing Crime and Keeping California Safe Act (the "Act") of 2018. Council Member explained the
"Act" seeks to address the unintended consequences of Assembly Bill (AB) 109, Proposition 47, and
Proposition 57 by increasing opportunities for rehabilitation while lowering recidivism and incarceration
rates. Council Member Verlato stated with the adoption of Resolution No. 7208, the City of Arcadia will
join an ever growing coalition of cities and law enforcement agencies supporting this initiative.
Council Member Verlato reported the City Council is also considering adopting Resolution No. 7209
opposing Senate Bill (SB) 827, Transit Rich Housing Bonus Legislation; and authorize the Mayor to send
a letter to the City's legislative delegation in Sacramento to vote in opposition of said legislation. Council
Member Verlato reported SB 827 exempts a development in a "transit-rich housing zone" from local
ordinances that limit maximum residential density, maximum floor area ratio, and minimum parking
spaces. Council Member Verlato stated if SB 827 is adopted, the City would have no control over the
development pattern in its transit corridors and the Downtown area, which could significantly change the
character of the City.
Council Member Verlato reported the City released a draft Historic Preservation Ordinance for public
review and comment. Council Member Verlato stated the intended purpose of this Ordinance is to
provide a framework to protect certain structures and resources that are important to the heritage or
history of the City. Council Member Verlato explained following its release, however, a number of
questions were raised by the public regarding the draft Ordinance. As a result, the City has developed an
Historic Preservation Fact Sheet which is intended to be a resource for residents. Council Member
Verlato stated the Fact Sheet contains requently asked questions and answers, provides a broad
overview of the City's ongoing community-based process and summarizes the public comments the City
has received on the Ordinance. Council Member Verlato stated the Ordinance has not been adopted and
there is currently no timeframe to do so. Council Member Verlato stated there will be additional
opportunities for the public to review and comment on the draft Ordinance and the merits of Historic
Preservation.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of February 14, 2018
It was moved by Commissioner Tom, seconded by Vice-Chairperson Swinney, and
unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 2.a.
AYES: Cheung, Shivan, Swinney and Tom
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Fowler
3. REGULAR ITEMS
a. Report from Public Works Services Department
Deputy Public Works Services Director (DPWSD) Paul Cranmer reported resurfacing of the
tennis courts at Camino Grove and Bicentennial Parks will begin in April. Director of
Recreation and Community Services (DRCS) Sara Somogyi announced striping for the game
Pickleball will be done at the same time of the resurfacing but only at Camino Grove Park.
DRCS Somogyi reported once the striping is complete the Recreation and Commuity Services
Department is looking into having pickleball instruction in the near future. DPWSD Cranmer
reported the City is hosting a Mulch Giveaway on Saturday, April 21 and 28 from 8am-1 pm at
the Arcadia Public Library's West Parking Lot. This service is free to Arcadia residents and
they should bring a shovel and boxes or containers to hold the mulch.
b. Report of Director of Recreation and Community Services
DRCS Somogyi announced the 2018 Silver Circle Volunteer and Commissioners Recognition
Dinner will be held Monday, April 2 at the Embassy Suites in Arcadia. DRCS Somogyi hopes
all Commissioners can attend this special event honoring all the time and hard work they have
put in over the last year. DRCS Somogyi congratulated Mary Hansen, 2018 Senior of the
Year. Over the past 46 years Mary has volunteered in many capacities ranging form board
member to President for many Arcadia organizations. Mary Hansen has also made many
generous contributions to the Arcadia Rotary Veterans Memorial and to the Arcadia Police
Foundation to assist with the purchase of K-9 Officer Zoli. Mary Hansen will be recognized for
her accomplishments on May 8, at the Arcadia Rotary Salute to Seniors Luncheon. DRCS
Somogyi announced Arcadia Transit now has an App available for your phone where one can
gather information on routes, schedules, bus arrival updates, and track bus locations.
DRCS Somogyi announced the Recreation and Community Services Department is the
Homeless Liaison for the City of Arcadia and the Measure H Grant. DRCS Somogyi explained
Measure H raised Los Angeles sales tax by a quarter of a percent for 10 years to fund a
variety of services for homeless people on a large and comprehensive scale County-wide.
Following the approval of Measure H, the County Supervisors approved planning grant funding
available to cities to develop more specific plans to address the homeless issue. DRCS
Somogyi stated the City applied for this funding and was awarded $30,000 to use as a
planning grant to develop Arcadia's Homelessness Plan. DRCS Somogyi reported
stakeholders interviews were held today in the Recreation conference room to receive input
from City Staff, City Officials, and Community Members.
I. Department Monthly Report
DRCS Somogyi reported on the Senior Services Division activities. Classes which include
aerobics, line dancing, strength training, yoga and zumba had 3,460 participants this
month. "Coffee with the Mayor" had 24 attendees, where the seniors have the opportunity
to listen and chat with the Mayor about City issues and topics of personal interest. A group
of approximately 24 seniors gather every Friday in the lobby to knit, crochet, and socialize
with each other. The Tech Talk program is very popular where Volunteens provide
assistance for seniors with electronic devices such as cell phones, tablets, and computers
with 29 in attendance. The Walk & Talk program happens every Thursday at 10:30am
where up to 25 seniors join staff for a short, leisure walk around the Community Center
and surrounding areas. Every month, in collaboration with Methdist Hospital, different
doctors give a presentation at the Community Center. This month, Dr. Grace Huang
discussed the differences in symptoms and new treatments for heart attacks. On
Thursdays and Fridays in February, American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Tax
Aide volunteers assisted 181 seniors in need of income tax filing. On February 9, in
collaboration with Arcadia Chinese Association, 290 seniors celebrated Chinese New
Year. The room was filled with red and gold decorations and everyone was served a
traditional Chinese meal while enjoying a variety of excellent entertainment.
DRCS Somogyi reported on the Recreation Services Division. The School Year
Playground Program runs through Friday, June 1 at all six Arcadia Unified School District
(AUSD) Elementary Schools from end of the school day to 4:30pm. February's attendance
was up with 6,835 students enrolled compared to last year at this time of 5,045 students.
Kid's Night Out on February 9 had 49 participants who enjoyed playing games, watching a
movie, and they also had dinner then made their own dessert. The Adult Basketball
League has 37 teams in the Sunday League competing in six divisions. Classes are
offered to the community at the Floretta K. Lauber Museum Education Center, a joint use
facility with the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage serving over 222 adults participating in
guzhang, sewing and strength training.
II. Financial Statements
DRCS Somogyi referenced the January 2018 Financial Statement. Total expenditures
through January 2018 are $1,723,278 which is 52.2% of the budgeted amount for this
fiscal year. The total fiscal year revenue as of January 2018 is $777,015 which is 63.0% of
the budgeted amount.
DRCS Somogyi referenced the January 2018 Park & Recreation Facilities Fund, with an
account balance of $10,653,408.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Cheung adjourned the meeting at 6:44pm to April 11, 2018 at 6:00pm in the Recreation
Conference Room located at 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia.
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Chairperson Secretary