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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRP Minutes: 09/11/2024RECREATION 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 Yi 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. II. 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 6:00pm in the Recreation and Community Services Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia. onny Me ,iana Vice -Chairperson By: *Sa omogyi Secretary