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Recreation and Parks Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, October 9, 2024, 6:00pm
Location: Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Gregory Vanni, Chairperson
Sonny Mediana, Vice -Chairperson
Roberto Ayala, Commission Member
Valerie Cheung, Commission Member
Matthew Goldsby, Commission Member
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 minute time limit per person)
Any individual wishing to speak before the Recreation and Parks Commission is limited to five (5) minutes
per person, unless waived by the Recreation and Parks Commission. Under the Brown Act, the Recreation
and Parks Commission is prohibited from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted
agenda. The matter may automatically be referred to staff for appropriate response or action or may be
placed on the agenda of a future meeting.
REPORTS FROM RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSIONERS
REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Recreation and Parks Commission regarding any item on this agenda will be made
available for public inspection at the Recreation and Community Services Department, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007 during normal
business hours.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and can be acted on by one
roll call vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of the Commission,
staff, or the public request that a specific item be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate
discussion and action.
a. Regular Meeting Minutes of September 11, 2024
Recommended action: Approve
3. REGULAR ITEMS
a. Report of Public Works Services Department
I. Project Updates
b. Report of Director of Recreation and Community Services
I. Monthly Reports
H. Financials
ADJOURNMENT
The Recreation and Parks Commission will adjourn this meeting to November 13, 2024, at 6:00pm in the
Recreation and Community Services Department Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia.
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, September 11, 2024
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER — Vice -Chairperson Mediana called the meeting to order at 6:02pm.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Commissioner Goldsby
ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS
PRESENT: Ayala, Cheung, Golsby, and Mediana
EXCUSED: Vanni
A motion was made by Commissioner Ayala, seconded by Commissioner Cheung, and
unanimously carried on roll call vote to excuse Chairperson Vanni.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS FROM RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSIONERS
Vice -Chairperson Mediana reported he participated in his first class through the Recreation and
Community Services Department, Introduction to Pickleball. Chairperson Mediana reported he
and his wife enjoyed the class and look forward to the rest of the session.
Commissioner Cheung — No Report
Commissioner Ayala reported he will be attending the Moon Festival on September 14.
Commissioner Ayala reported he visited Fairview Park to become more familiar with the facility.
Commissioner Ayala reported he saw the new bleachers at Bonita Park being used.
Commissioner Goldsby introduced himself and said he is looking forward to learning more of what
the Recreation and Community Services Department offers to the community.
REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON
Council Member Verlato welcomed the new Parks and Recreation Commissioner Matthew
Goldsby. Council Member Verlato reported she has been to Bonita Skate Park to view the graffiti
and is addressing the issue with the Public Works Services Department. Council Member Verlato
reported on the proposed construction project at Michilinda and Colorado Avenue. This
commercial project named the Ivy Project, will be a multi -unit assisted living housing facility.
Council Member Verlato reported on Measure A, the repeal and replacement of Measure H.
Measure H is the Los Angeles County one -quarter cent sales tax increase imposed on cities within
the County to raise money to address homelessness. There is a state cap of 10 Y2 percent sales
tax cities can impose. Some cities in Los Angeles County were at the state cap sales tax at the
onset of Measure H and have been benefiting from the program without paying into it. A new state
law allows cities to go over the state cap for sales tax by an additional one -quarter percent.
Measure A will repeal Measure H and have the tax increased from one -quarter percent to one-
half percent.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of August 14, 2024.
It was moved by Commissioner Ayala, seconded by Vice Chairperson Mediana, and
unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve consent calendar 2a.
3. REGULAR ITEMS
a. Report from Public Works Services Department
Project Updates
Deputy Director Public Works Services (DDPWS) Carmen Masud reported the Newcastle Park
Renovation Project is waiting for permits from Metro Link to move forward with construction near
the metro tracks. DDPWS Masud the Metro Link process is lengthy, so the Public Works Services
Department is working on getting a special permit approved to be able to work in other areas of
Newcastle Park not in the Metro Link zone. DDPWS Masuud reported once permits are in place,
a timeline for park completion will be posted on the City's website. DDPWS Masuud reported the
Baseball Field Bleacher project is in progress at Hugo Reid and Bonita Park baseball fields and
is expected to be completed in early October. DDPWS Masuud reported graffiti at Bonita Skate
Park continues to be removed. A surveillance camera has been placed on site and a request has
been made to the Arcadia Police Department to conduct more drive -by surveillance to help stop
graffiti vandalism. DDPWS Masuud reported Wilderness Park remains closed and the City of
Arcadia Public Works Services Department is waiting for Los Angeles County to complete the
Sant Anita Dam project and bridge repair before the City can begin assessing clean-up and
reconstruction of the facility.
b. Report from Recreation and Community Services Department
Director Recreation and Community Services (DRCS) Sara Somogyi passed out a flyer for the
Moon Festival on September 14. DRCS Somogyi reported the Moon Festival is a community
event in collaboration with the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce, the Arcadia Chinese Association,
and the Arcadia Recreation and Community Services Department. The event will have
entertainment, vendors, family activities, and an opportunity to make your very own moon cake.
Summer Video
Recreation Supervisor Michael Quijada presented a video highlighting many of the summer
activities provided by the Recreation and Community Services Department.
Monthly Reports
DRCS Somogyi reported on several senior programs in the month of August. DRCS Somogyi
reported the billiards room had 371 participants. DRCS Somogyi reported class attendance at the
various facilities was over 2,200. DRCS Somogyi reported Coffee with the Mayor had 35 seniors
in attendance. DRCS Somogyi reported the gift shop had 66 visitors. DRCS Somogyi reported
mahjong had 108 participants. DRCS Somogyi reported the Monday dance had 218 participants.
DRCS Somogyi reported 1,233 seniors participated in the Senior Meals Program. DRCS Somogyi
reported 10 seniors went to the Olive Garden for Taste the Town. DRCS Somogyi reported the
Summer Senior Beach Trip had 108 participants. DRCS Somogyi reported Travelers Club
serviced 195 travelers in the month of August.
DRCS Somogyi reported on several recreation programs and activities in the month of August.
DRCS Somogyi reported the Adult Basketball League had 799 participants. DRCS Somogyi
reported the Afterschool Program has started with 2,772 children attending the month of August.
DRCS Somogyi reported the Summer Fun 'N Play program concluded with 785 children in
attendance. DRCS Somogyi reported the Summer Sports Camp concluded with 907 participants.
DRCS Somogyi reported the Summer Concerts and Movies in the Park concluded the season
with the City's 1211 Birthday Celebration and National Night Out with over 1,700 people enjoying
the music and over 660 participants attending the movies. DRCS Somogyi reported 53
participants attended the excursion to the Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach. DRCS
Somogyi reported the inaugural City -Wide Health Fair held in August had 800 people in
attendance. DRCS Somogyi reported 58 people attended the City -Wide Health Education Series.
DRCS Somogyi reported the Volunteen Program had 14 volunteers give 225 hours of service.
ADJOURNMENT
Vice -Chairperson Mediana adjourned the meeting at 7:12pm to October 9, 2024, at 6:OOpm in the
Recreation and Community Services Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia.
_ By.
Sonny Mediana
Vice -Chairperson
Sara Somogyi
Secretary
STAFF REPORT
Recreation and Community Services Department
DATE: October 9, 2024
TO: Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Recreation and Parks Commission
FROM: Sara Somogyi, Director of Recreation and Community Services %
SUBJECT: PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES — September 2024
SENIOR SERVICES DIVISION
Arcadia Senior Services plays an integral part in the wellness of the senior community. The multitude of
programs, services, and activities offered supports the healthy and independent lifestyle of the
participants. A brief description with program attendance is listed below.
PROGRAM
Billiard Room
Blood Pressure
Check
Bridge
DESCRIPTION
ATTENDANCE
Three pool tables are available Monday through Friday from 299
7:30am-4:30pm for seniors to enjoy and make new friends.
Free blood pressure check is available the second Tuesday of
each month, from 10-1lam in the Community Center.
Bridge is available on Wednesdays from 10am-1 pm. Card
games help improve memory and cognition, enhance motor
skills, and promote socialization.
Exercise plays a vital role in health and contributes to bone
Classes density improvement, increased muscle strength, flexibility, and
can also reduce stress. Some classes offered are line dance,
cardio plus, art, chair yoga, and Zumba.
Coffee with the
On the third Tuesday of the month, seniors listen and chat with
Mayor
the Mayor about City issues and topics of personal interest.
On Thursdays, Fit & Talk meets for a fun and easy workout. Once
Fit & Talk
per month, the group enjoys a leisurely walk around different
areas of Arcadia.
The gift shop provides a venue for senior crafters to sell their
Gift Shop
creations and allows the community to purchase one -of -a -kind
items at a great price. Arcadia logo merchandise is now available
for purchase during gift shop hours.
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The I&R program assists seniors and their families with issues
Information &
Referral Intakes
i that affect their quality of life by providing information and referral
that address their daily living concerns.
On the fourth Tuesday of the month, seniors can participate in
Karaoke karaoke. Seniors sing along to many different songs while
making new friends.
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1,634
26
60
91 Visitors
Monthly Revenue
$412
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Mel
i-
Lions
Sight
Legal
Assistance
Mahjong
Monday
Dance
Monthly
Bus Pass
Pinochle
Senior Meals
Program
Senior
Seminars
Sing Along with
James
Table
Tennis
Taste the Town
Weekly
Movie
The Lions Sight program is offered in conjunction with the
Arcadia Lions Club. The program offers low-income seniors free
vision care. Prospective clients are screened to make the
necessary arrangements for the free service.
The Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles Organization
is available once a month at the Community Center to provide
seniors with legal insight.
Mahjong is a game of Chinese origin played by four people with
144 tiles that are drawn and discarded until a player secures a
winning hand. American Mahjong is held on Tuesdays, at 1 pm
and Traditional Chinese Mahjong on Fridays at 12:30pm.
The Monday Dance is held the first, third, and fifth Monday of
each month. This program provides live music entertainment for
everyone to dance to and enjoy.
Dial A Ride bus passes are sold at the Community Center na d
can also be mailed to seniors. Bus passes are $5 per month.
Pinochle meets every Monday from 9am-2pm. Pinochle is a trick
taking ace ten card game of German origin usually played by two
to four people with a 48-card deck. 1
A nutritious meal is provided Monday -Friday. For many seniors
this is the only hot meal they have daily.
Free seminars on diverse topics are available each month. The
following topics were presented in September: Paramedic
Membership, Cooking Tutorial: Curry Soup & Apple Bread, and
Estate Planning & Probate Clinic.
Sing along with James meets Wednesdays from 1-3pm. James
is one of our volunteers who plays his guitar and sings with a
group of seniors for fun and socialization.
Table Tennis is available Monday -Friday, from 8am-4pm.
Equipment is available at the front desk for seniors to play and
meet new friends. _
Each month, participants meet at different restaurants to have
lunch and socialize. In September, participants had lunch at Cafe
Fusion in Arcadia.
New movie releases or classic movies are shown on a theater
size screen every Wednesday for free.
This program provides a weekly phone call to individuals who
You've Got a live alone, feel lonely, or need someone to check on them. New
Friend friends are made, and great conversations are enjoyed.
On Friday, September 6, Retro Bingo was held with 75
Retro Bingo participants. Everyone enjoyed eight groovy games of bingo,
raffle prizes, and a delicious fried chicken lunch.
Moon Festival
On Friday, September 13, 135 participants enjoyed a
presentation on the history of the Moon Festival and a solo
Guzheng performance. They also enjoyed a traditional Chinese
meal from Cafe Fusion which included appetizers, an entree,
dessert, and a tea tasting.
3
4
136
237
20
24
1,040
Average/Day 61
76
144
184
17
55
3
135
On Friday, September 27, the Senior Social Hour provided
Senior Social individuals the opportunity to come together, make new friends,
Hour play games, and enjoy refreshments and treats. There were six
participants who had a great time getting to know one another.
Support services include registering members for trips, signing Meeting: 60
Arcadia up new members, and managing the club's correspondence. A Passes Sold: 70
Travelers Club monthly club meeting is held to discuss future trips and provide Passengers: 68
a social gathering. Total: 198
Cumulative total for senior services + 4,727
Connection Total number of monthly newsletters distributed this month
1,300
RECREATION SERVICES DIVISION
The Recreation Services Division is responsible for providing programs and activities which meet the
recreational needs of the community. A diverse selection of programs is offered for youth, adults, and
families to provide the opportunity for positive recreation experiences and to promote health and
wellness. A brief description and attendance totals for the programs and services is listed below.
PROGRAM
Adult
Basketball
Afterschool
Program
r
Girls Youth
Volleyball
DESCRIPTION
The Adult basketball league has 28 teams participating in the summer
league. The league takes place at the Dana Gym on Sundays from 8am
to 10pm. The summer league runs from July 14 through September 22.
The After School Playground Program is a free drop -in program for
youth in grades K-5. The program operates Monday through Friday
from school dismissal to 4:30pm. The program began on August 19,
2024, and will go on through May 30, 2025. Six elementary school
playgrounds provide a variety of activities including board games,
crafts, and outdoor games to keep participants safely engaged and
entertained.
ATTENDANCE
*41
BS 808
CG 832
HA 814
HO 1,115
HR 796
LW 420
Total 4,785
Girls Youth Volleyball is offered each fall through the after -school Div. A - 215
program. There are three divisions, Division A is for 71 and 8th grade, Div. B - 323
Division B is for 51h and 6th grade, and Division C is for V and 411 grade. Div. C - 134
Practices are twice a week with games played on weekends. Total 672
Kids' Night Out took place on September 13, at the Arcadia Community
Kids' Night Center. Participants took part in a "Circus, Circus" themed evening. 49
Out Parents enjoyed a night out while their kids had dinner, made a fun
circus themed craft, played games, and watched a movie.
On Saturday, September 14, the Recreation and Community Services
in collaboration with the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce, and the
Arcadia Chinese Association held the 2"d Annual Moon Festival event
Moon at City Hall Lawn. 4,000 people enjoyed a variety of performances
Festival including a dragon dance, martial arts, hip hop dancing, singing, and 4,000
the telling of the Moon Festival story. Over 500 no -bake mooncakes
were made, tons of prizes were raffled off as well as 30 booths from
local vendors. The children's zone had crafts, a bounce house, and
sugar art for kids to enjoy.
City -Wide On Wednesday, September 25, 26 people attended the City -Wide
Health Health Education Series seminar on Managing Chronic Pain through 26
Education Alternatives to Opioids presented by Dr. Alexander Chen, Dr. Jeffrey
Series Lin USC Arcadia, Keck Medicine USC.
On Friday, September 27, the Father Daughter Dance took place at the
Father and
Arcadia Community Center. This country western themed event had 74
Daughter
fathers and daughters spending an evening together. The interactive
74
Dance
DJ had dads and daughters playing games, serenading each other, and
dancing through the night. Dinner was served, and a fun photo booth
was available to capture the nights memories.
Community Examples of classes offered at this location include exercise classes,
Center
karate, cooking, chess, table tennis, yoga, lip reading, painting, and line
1,201
Classes
dancing.
Dana Gym
Examples of classes offered at this location include exercise classes,
Classes
youth basketball classes, volleyball, and badminton.
560
MEC
Examples of classes offered at this location include guzheng, karate,
Classes
tai chi, and line dancing.
168
Off -Site &
Virtual
Examples of classes offered off -site or virtually include tennis, art,
775
Classes
exercise, music, and more.
Community
Center
The facility is available for rent to Arcadia civic and non-profit
1,100
Rentals
organizations for activities and programs.
Cumulative total for Recreation classes and youth programs
14,091
TOTAL for Recreation and Senior Services
18,818
COMMUNITY CENTER RENTALS
DATE
ORGANIZATION
PARTICIPANTS
FEES
September 1, 2024
The Well SGV
150
$225
September 7, 2024
Nak Mvay Foundation
150
$1,528
September 8, 2024
The Well SGV
150
$225
September 15, 2024
The Well SGV
150
$225
September 21, 2024
Here to Serve
The Well SGV
150
$2,034
September 22, 2024
150
$225
September 28, 2024
Western Division Collection
Association
50
150
1,100
$225
September 29, 2024
The Well SGV
$225
Total
$4,912
WILDERNESS PARK — CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO STORM DAMAGE.
Normal % Expended
Personnel Related: 16.67%
Supplies & Services: 15.38%
RECREATION DEPARTMENT FINANCIAL STATEMENT
August 2024
ACCOUNT
BUDGET
EXPENDITURES
PERCENTAGE
5501
Administration
$1,036,300
$151,131
14.58%
5502
Community Center
$
424,400
$ 60,992
14.37%
5503
Dana Gym
$
340,500
$ 55,617
16.33%
5504
Fee & Charge
$
477,900
$106,732
22.33%
5505
Nature
$
0.00
$ 5,472
0.00%
5506
Recreation/Fields
$
112,900
$ 10,910
9.66%
5507
Senior Citizens
$
668,800
$ 64,107
9.59%
5508
Camp
$
192,100
$ 79,458
41.36%
5509
Community Events
$
377,300
$ 46,682
12.37%
5510
Youth Programs
$
348,800
$ 35,048
10.05%
5512
Youth Sports
$
133,700
$ 3,065
2.29%
5520
Museum Education Center
64.600
14,837
22.97%
Total
Report
$4,177,300
$634,051
15.18%
ACCOUNT
BUDGET
REVENUE
PERCENTAGE
5502
Community Center Rentals
$
48,100
$ 15,071
31.33%
5503
Dana Gym
$
274,900
$106,112
38.60%
5504
Fee & Charge Class/Act
$
539,400
$120,577
22.35%
5505
Nature
$
0.00
$ 0.00
00.0%
5506
Recreation/Fields
$
65,900
$ 14,305
21.7%
5507
Senior Citizen Class/Act
$
219,400
$ 44,730
20.39%
5508
Camping
$
218,500
$127,819
58.50%
5509
Community Events
$
17,300
$ 10,100
138.3%
5510
Youth Programs
$
17,000
$ 4,927
28.98%
5512
Youth Sports
$
48,400
$ 11,253
23.25%
5520
Museum Education Center
$
32,700
S 10,669
32.63%
Total Report
$1,481,600
$465,563
32.10%
Beginning Fund Balance
Estimated Revenue:
Dwelling Unit Fees
Grant Revenues
Interest Earnings
Total Revenues
Estimated Funds Available
Proposed Expenditures:
General Fund Overhead
Capital Projects
Total Expenditures
Park and Recreation Facilities Fund
FY23-24 FY24-25
Actual as of
Actual 8/31 /2024
$7,826,989 $9,781,778
Ending Fund Balance
Net Change in Fund Balance
$550,784
$0
$138,073
$688, 857
$8,515,846
$66, 729
$0
$0
$66,729
$9,848, 507
FY24-25
Budciet
$8,470,100
$1,400,000
$0
$259,100
$1,659,100
$10,129,200
$32, 900
$0.00
$34, 200
$12,863
$102,198
$6,061,100
$45,763
$102,198
$6,095,300
$8,470,083
$9,746,309
$4,033,900
$643,094
$35,469