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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRP Agenda: 11/12/2025 RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 6:00 p.m. Location: Recreation and Community Services Department Conference Room 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with a disability who require a disability related modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, may request such modification or accommodation from the City Clerk at (626) 574-5455. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to the meeting. 根据《美国残障人法案》，需要调整或提供便利设施才能参加会议的残障人士（包括辅助器材或服务）可与市书记官办公室联系（电 话：(626) 574-5455）。请在会前 48 小时通知市书记官办公室，以便作出合理安排，确保顺利参加会议。 Pursuant to the City of Arcadia’s Language Access Services Policy, limited-English proficient speakers who require translation services in order to participate in a meeting may request the use of a volunteer or professional translator by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (626) 574-5455 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. 根据阿凯迪亚市的语言便利服务政策，英语能力有限并需要翻译服务才能参加会议的人可与市书记官办公室联系（电话：(626) 574- 5455，请求提供志愿或专业翻译服务，请至少在会前 72 小时提出请求。 CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Sonny Mediana, Chairperson Roberto Ayala, Vice-Chairperson Valerie Cheung, Commission Member Matthew Goldsby, Commission Member Gregory Vanni, 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 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 October 8, 2025 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 Report II. Discussion of Future Park Projects ADJOURNMENT The Recreation and Parks Commission will adjourn this meeting to December 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Recreation and Community Services Department Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia. RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, October 8, 2025 RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER – Chairperson Mediana called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Director Recreation Community Services Department (DRCSD) Sara Somogyi ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Ayala, Cheung, Goldsby, Mediana, and Vanni SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS REPORTS FROM RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSIONERS Chairperson Mediana apologized he was unable to attend the Newcastle Park Grand Reopening on October 7. Chairperson Mediana thanked Public Works Services Department Street Supervisor (PWSDSS) Dave Thompson for taking care of the obstructed visibility of one of the stops signs at the intersection of Second Avenue and Camino Real. Vice-Chairperson Ayala reported he attended the Grand Reopening of Newcastle Park on October 7. He stated it was a great event with positive reviews posted online by the public. Vice-Chairperson Ayala suggested the lights at the Newcastle Handball and Pickleball courts be turned on earlier. DRCSD Somogyi informed the Commissioners that the timers will be adjusted accordingly. Vice-Chairperson Ayala reported he is excited to utilize the park for family outings. Commissioner Cheung reported she went and took a look at the new permanent fence around Hugo Reid and says it looks really good. Commissioner Cheung reported the Grand Reopening of Newcastle Park on October 7 was an exciting event. Commissioner Cheung congratulated everyone involved in the renovation of the facility and remarked there was a good turnout from the public. Commissioner Goldsby reported he attended the Grand Reopening of Newcastle Park on October 7 and was extremely impressed with the facility. Commissioner Goldsby reported there was a great turnout from the public, that the spirits were high, and the positive energy could be felt in the park. Commissioner Goldsby commented the repaved streets in the City are nice to travel on. Commissioner Vanni reported to PWSDSS Thompson that there is debris sliding from the hillside in the residential area north of Carolwood on Canyon. It appears to be coming from the area above Wilderness Park where the herd of sheep and goats did brush clearing. Commissioner Vanni commended the staff on an amazing job with the Grand Reopening of Newcastle Park on October 7. REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON No Report CONSENT CALENDAR a. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of September 10, 2025. It was moved by Commissioner Goldsby, seconded by Commissioner Cheung, and unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve consent calendar 2.a. 2. REGULAR ITEMS a. Report from Public Works Services Department I. Project Updates PWSDSS Thompson reported woodchips were added to the Hugo Reid Park playground. PWSDSS Thompson reported the Grand Reopening of Newcastle Park went extremely well. b. Report from Recreation and Community Services Department I. Summer Video DRCSD Somogyi presented a summer video to highlight the 2025 summer activities. II. Monthly Report DRCSD Somogyi requested the monthly report be received and filed. The Commissioners agreed to receive and file the report without further discussion. III. Discussion of Future Park Projects DRCSD Somogyi provided binders to each Commissioner containing completed park projects and potential future park projects for review and discussion. The binder is an informational guideline broken down by the five voting districts in the City. The binder includes explanation on how parks are classified and the Parks Facility Fund budget sheet. The Parks Facility Fund is a fund generated by tax revenue stemming from new developments in the City. These funds may only be used to improve and expand usage in City park facilities. After an overview of the contents, DRCSD Somogyi requested the Commissioners take time to review the information prior to the November 12 meeting. DRCSD Somogyi encouraged the Commissioner’s to present any additional projects for consideration that may be of interest to the community. ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Mediana adjourned the meeting at 7:01 p.m. to November 12, 2025, at 6 p.m. in the Recreation and Community Services Department Conference Room, at 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia. _________________________ _____________________________ Sonny Mediana Sara Somogyi Chairperson Secretary STAFF REPORT DATE: November 12, 2025 TO: Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Recreation and Parks Commission FROM: Sara Somogyi, Director of Recreation and Community Services SUBJECT: PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES – October 2025 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 DESCRIPTION ATTENDANCE Billiard Room There are three pool tables available Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for seniors to play. 284 Blood Pressure Check Free blood pressure checks are available on the second Tuesday of the month, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 3 Bridge Bridge is available on Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Fridays 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 242 Exercise Classes Exercise plays a vital role in a senior’s health and contributes to bone density, increased muscle strength, flexibility, and can reduce stress. 2,478 Coffee with the Mayor Coffee with the Mayor is held on the third Tuesday of the month, where seniors can listen and chat with the Mayor about City issues and topics of personal interest. 24 Fit & Talk Fit & Talk meets on Thursdays for easy 30-minute workouts which include chair stretching, senior Olympics, circle volleyball, and more. 28 Gift Shop The Community Center Gift Shop sells jewelry, hand crafted items, blankets, and other unique items made by senior crafters. Shoppers: 292 Revenue: $864 Information & Referral Intakes The Information & Referral program assists seniors finding resources that address their issues or living concerns. 15 Karaoke Karaoke meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. It is a popular program where seniors can sing their favorite songs in many languages. 78 Legal Assistance The Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles Organization is available once a month to provide seniors with legal insight. 4 Mahjong Mahjong meets Fridays at 12:30 p.m. It 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. 117 Monday Dance Monday dance is held the first, third, and fifth Monday of each month. Seniors are able to show off their dance skills and to meet new dancers. Live bands play a variety of music to dance to. 196 Monthly Bus Pass Dial-A-Ride bus passes are sold for $5 per month. Bus Passes can also be mailed to customers. 20 Pinochle Pinochle meets every Monday at 9:00 a.m. It is a card game of German origin played by two to four people with a 48-card deck. 22 Senior Meals Program Lunch meals are provided Monday-Friday. The cost is $3 for individuals who are 55 years or older and $4 for individuals who are 50-54 years of age. Meals 703 Average Meals 44 Senior Seminars Free seminars are available each month. October seminar topics were: DCBA Scam Prevention, Vegetable Planting, and Estate Planning & Probate Clinic. 77 Sing Along with James Sing Along with James meets Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. James plays his guitar and has participants sing along with him. 180 Table Tennis Table Tennis is available Monday-Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with equipment provided. 287 Taste the Town Each month participants meet at a different restaurant in Arcadia to have lunch and socialize. On October 16, participants met at Auntie Qiu Kitchen for authentic Shanghainese food. 12 Senior Cinema Free movies are shown Tuesday’s at 12:30 p.m. This month’s movies were The Mummy, Nightmare Before Christmas, Trick or Treat, Last Breath, and Wicked. 32 You’ve Got a Friend This program provides a weekly phone call to individuals who live alone or need someone to check in on them. New friends are made, and great conversations are enjoyed. 3 Moon Festival Luncheon On October 3, 2025, participants enjoyed the annual Moon Festival luncheon. The event included a Guqin performance, traditional Chinese food, and mooncakes. 111 Bingo On October 17, 2025, participants signed up for the popular Bingo program. The theme was Oktoberfest and included lunch, refreshments, dessert, and prizes. 78 Monster Mash On Friday, October 31, 2025, seniors attended the annual Halloween celebration, Monster Mash. The event included lunch, games, goody bags, dancing, and a costume contest with prizes. 80 Arcadia Travelers Club Support services include registering members for trips, signing up new members, and managing the club’s correspondence. A monthly club meeting is held at the Community Center to discuss information on trips. Meeting: 70 Passes Sold: 95 Passengers: 130 Total: 295 Cumulative total for senior services 5,661 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 DESCRIPTION ATTENDANCE Adult Basketball The Adult basketball league has 28 teams each season. The league takes place at the Dana Gym on Sundays from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The fall league started September 28, 2025, and will run through December 7, 2025. 810 Afterschool Program The Afterschool Playground Program is a free drop-in program for youth in grades K-5. The program operates Monday through Friday from school dismissal to 4:30 p.m. The program runs from August 18, 2025, through May 29, 2026. Six elementary school playgrounds provide a variety of activities including board games, crafts, and outdoor games to keep participants safely engaged and entertained. BS 892 CG 1,022 HO 1,243 HA 693 HR 927 LW 512 Total 5,289 Co-Ed Youth Volleyball The fall Co-Ed Youth Volleyball League takes place from September 8 to November 12. There are two divisions, Division A for seventh and eighth graders and Division B for fifth and sixth graders third and fourth. This is an internal league with four teams per division. Practices are on Monday and Wednesdays with games played on Saturdays. Div A 533 Div B 507 Total 1,040 Father Daughter Dance On Friday, October 3, the annual Father Daughter Dance took place. This year’s Disco themed event had participants dressed in their grooviest attire, including bell bottoms, flower crowns, and sequins. Attendees danced the night away, competed in fun games, took photos at the photo booth, had a catered dinner by Stonefire Grill, and enjoyed a dessert table filled with various treats. 104 Moon Festival On Saturday, October 4, the City of Arcadia in collaboration with the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce and the Arcadia Chinese Association held the annual Moon Festival at City Hall Lawn. Over 2,000 people celebrated under the mid-autumn moon, gathering with friends and family. Attendees enjoyed a variety of entertainment including dancing, singing, storytelling, vendor booths, mooncake making, and food booths. 2,000 Newcastle Park Grand Reopening On Tuesday, October 7, the City of Arcadia proudly unveiled the newly renovated Newcastle Park at the Grand Reopening Ceremony. Over 250 individuals gathered to watch the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and explore the amenities of the new park including pickleball courts, tennis courts, handball courts, playground, exercise equipment, and butterfly garden. All attendees were treated to a cookie and a giveaway of a pickleball, handball, or frisbee. 250 Kid’s Night Out On Friday, October 10, 40 children attended this Spooky themed event. Participants played a pumpkin toss game, had a mummy making competition, and did themed crafts all while wearing their costumes. Pizza and cupcakes were served and the evening concluded with a viewing of the movie, Hotel Transylvania. 40 City-Wide Health Education Series On Wednesday, October 22, 17 individuals attended the City-Wide Health Education Series seminar on “Breast Cancer: What you need to know” presented by Mary Yamashita, MD. 17 Halloween Haunting On Friday, October 24, the Recreation and Community Services Department teamed up with the Downtown Arcadia Improvement Association to bring the community Halloween fun. Over 3,500 people put on their costumes to enjoy games and candy in Downtown Arcadia. 3,500 Craft Fair On Saturday, October 25, 350 people attended the annual Craft Fair. Attendees browsed and purchased various handmade art, crafts, and seasonal items made by local crafters. Additionally, attendees enjoyed live entertainment from Tony DiGiovanni and raffle drawings throughout the event. 350 Volunteen Program The Volunteen Program provides teens, ages 13-16, with valuable volunteer experiences to help prepare them for college and future jobs. During the month of October, a total of 211 hours were completed by 16 Volunteens. 16 Volunteens 211 hours Community Center Classes Examples of classes offered at this location include exercise classes, karate, cooking, chess, table tennis, yoga, lip reading, painting, and line dancing. 1,742 Dana Gym Classes Examples of classes offered at this location include exercise classes, youth basketball classes, pickleball, volleyball, and badminton. 658 MEC Classes Examples of classes offered at this location include guzheng, karate, tai chi, and line dancing. 151 Off-Site & Virtual Classes Examples of classes offered off-site or virtually include tennis, art, exercise, music, and more. 862 Community Center Rentals The facility is available for rent to Arcadia civic and non- profit organizations for activities and programs. 1,800 Cumulative total for recreation classes and youth programs 18,629 TOTAL for Recreation and Senior Services 24,290 COMMUNITY CENTER RENTALS DATE ORGANIZATION PARTICIPANTS FEES October 4, 2025 Here to Serve 150 $2,064 October 5, 2025 Baha’i of Arcadia 150 $250 October 5, 2025 Guzheng Classes of Arcadia 150 $300 October 11, 2025 American Cancer Society 150 $1,376 October 12, 2025 The Well SGV 250 $530 October 17, 2025 St. Monica Academy 150 $860 October 18, 2025 Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) 150 $250 October 19, 2025 The Well SGV 250 $530 October 26, 2025 Naad Samyama 150 $250 October 26, 2025 The Well SGV 250 $530 Total 1,800 $6,940