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RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Location: Recreation and Community Services Department Conference Room
375 Campus Drive, Arcadia
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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 January 14, 2026
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. Little League Opening Day Ceremonies
II. Monthly Report
III. Discussion of Future Park Projects
ADJOURNMENT
The Recreation and Parks Commission will adjourn this meeting to March 11, 2026, 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, January 14, 2026
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER – Chairperson Mediana called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Vice-Chairperson Ayala
ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS
PRESENT: Ayala, Cheung, Goldsby, Mediana, and Vanni
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Director Recreation and Community Services Department (DRCSD) Sara Somogyi formally
invited the Commissioners to attend Opening Day Ceremonies for the Arcadia Little
Leagues on Saturday, February 21, and the Arcadia Pony Baseball League on Saturday
February 28.
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS FROM RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSIONERS
Chairperson Mediana reported he attended Breakfast with Santa and had a nice time.
Vice-Chairperson Ayala reported he had an enjoyable time at the Snow Festival with the
family. Snow sledding was his daughter’s favorite activity at the event. Vice-Chairperson
Ayala reported he utilizes the Newcastle Park pickleball courts weekly. Vice-Chairperson
Ayala reported a tree in Newcastle Park had come down in a recent windstorm. Vice-
Chairperson Ayala reported he recently attended a children’s birthday party at Newcastle
Park where everyone had a very nice time.
Commissioner Cheung reported she enjoyed the Snow Festival and being a part of the
distribution of the Nike youth running shoes, generously donated by LA28: Organizing
Committee for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Commissioner Cheung reported
she has passed by Newcastle Park several times and sees many people enjoying the facility.
Commissioner Cheung reported she is still receiving concerns regarding the condition of the
fencing on the north side of the Civic Center Soccer Field.
Commissioner Goldsby reported he had a pleasant time at the Breakfast with Santa event.
Commissioner Goldsby reported he has been entertaining out-of-town visitors with the
many activities Arcadia has to offer.
Commissioner Vanni wished everyone a Happy New Year. Commissioner Vanni reported he
patronized the new Hilton Hotel and reports it is a spectacular facility including a rooftop
lounge that has some spectacular views of Arcadia.
REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON
Mayor Kwan reported she will be presenting the State of the City address on Thursday,
January 22, at the new Arcadia Hilton Hotel at 4:00 p.m. Mayor Kwan reported the Arcadia
High School Marching Band took the gold medal at the recently held Festival of Bands and
the band had the honor of marching in the New Year’s Day Pasadena Tournament of Roses
Parade.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of November 12, 2025.
It was moved by Commissioner Goldsby, seconded by Commissioner Vanni, and
unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve consent calendar 2.a.
b. Approve the Special Meeting Minutes of December 1, 2025.
It was moved by Commissioner Goldsby, seconded by Commissioner Vanni, and
unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve consent calendar 2.b.
3. REGULAR ITEMS
a. Report from Public Works Services Department
I. Project Updates
Deputy Director Public Works Services Department (DDPWSD) Carmen Masud reported the
Public Works Services Department will be accepting the Newcastle Park Project at the January
20, 2026, City Council meeting. DDPWSD Masud reported the Public Works Services
Department is going through the Request for Proposal (RFP) process for Wilderness Park for
debris removal and sediment basin placement. DDPWSD Masud reported the Eisenhower
Park Basketball Court Resurfacing Project will begin soon. DDPWSD Masud confirmed the
fencing at the Civic Center field is structurally sound and a refurbishment project will be
presented to Council in the 2026-2027 budget.
b.
Report from Recreation and Community Services Department
DRCSD Somogyi wished everyone a Happy New Year and thanked them for attending the
Breakfast with Santa and Snow Festival event. DRCSD Somogyi thanked Mayor Kwan for
serving as Council Liaison for the past several months.
I. Monthly Report
DRCSD Somogyi requested the monthly report be received and filed. The Commissioners
agreed to receive and file the report without further discussion.
II. Discussion of Future Park Projects
DRCSD Somogyi gave a brief overview of the City Parks toured at the December 1, 2025,
Special Commission Meeting and the information in the Future Park Project binders
previously distributed. DRCSD Somogyi encouraged the Commissioners to discuss and list
potential park projects by their first, second, and third choice. After several minutes of
discussion DRCSD Somogyi reviewed potential projects with the Commissioners. It was
unanimously decided to continue the discussion at the next meeting on February 11, 2026,
to give the Commissioners more time to consider the options.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Mediana adjourned the meeting at 7:07 p.m. to February 11, 2026, at 6 p.m. in
the Recreation and Community Services Department Conference Room, at 375 Campus
Drive, Arcadia.
______________________________ _______________________________
Sonny Mediana Sara Somogyi
Chairperson Secretary
RECREATION AND
COMMUNITY SERVICES
STAFF REPORT
DATE: February 11, 2026
TO: Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Recreation and Parks
Commission
FROM: Sara Somogyi, Director of Recreation and Community Services
SUBJECT: Programs & Activities – January 2026
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. 204
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. 6
Bridge Bridge is available on Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00
p.m. and Fridays 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 173
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.
2,043
Coffee with the
Mayor
Coffee with the Mayor is held on the third Tuesday of the
month, seniors can listen and chat with the Mayor about
City issues and topics of personal interest.
25
Fit & Talk
Fit & Talk meets on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for easy 30-
minute workouts including Zumba, stretching, walking,
Pilates, and more.
26
Gift Shop The Gift Shop sells jewelry, hand crafted items, blankets,
and other unique items made by senior crafters.
Shoppers: 184
Revenue: $683
Information &
Referral
Intakes
The Information & Referral program assists seniors finding
resources that address their issues or living concerns. 30
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.
64
Legal
Assistance
A representative from the Neighborhood Legal Services of
Los Angeles Organization (NLSLA) is available each month
to provide seniors with a free 30-minute consultation.
Appointments are required.
4
Lions Sight
The Lions Sight program is offered in conjunction with the
Arcadia Lions Club. Low-income seniors are screened to
make necessary arrangements for their free vision care.
1
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.
114
America
Mahjong
American Mahjong meets Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. It is a
game of strategy, skill, and luck. The objective is to be the
first, by drawing and discarding tiles to match tiles to a
specific hand from the American Mahjong card.
40
Monday
Dance
Monday dance is held the first, third, and fifth Monday of
each month. Seniors can show off their dance skills and
meet new dancers. Live bands play a variety of music to
dance to.
96
Monthly
Bus Pass
Dial-A-Ride bus passes are sold for $5 per month. Bus
Passes can also be mailed to customers. 17
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.
20
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 839
Average Meals 45
Senior Cinema
Free movies are shown on Tuesday’s at 12:30 p.m. January
movies were Green Book, Dog, Around the World in 80 Days,
The Way, and Life Lessons from a 7-thousand Mile Bike Ride.
34
Senior
Seminars
Free information seminars are available each month for
seniors to attend. January seminar topics were Real Estate
Fraud and Managing Diabetes & Blood Pressure.
96
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.
136
Table
Tennis
Table Tennis is available Monday-Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to
3:30 p.m. with equipment provided. 224
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
New Year’s
Bingo
On January 9, 2026, the New Year’s Bingo was held with 72
participants in attendance. The program included a light
lunch, eight rounds of Bingo, and raffle prizes.
72
Table Tennis
Tournament
On January 16, 2026, seniors participated in the Table
Tennis Tournament. This double elimination tournament
allowed participants to compete against others in fast
paced games of Table Tennis. The winners received prizes,
medals, and bragging rights.
13
Matter of
Balance
The City of Arcadia has partnered with California Healthier
Living to provide a series of eight weeks for older adults on
managing concerns about falls. Each week they will meet
from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
10
Taste the Town
Each month participants meet at a different restaurant in
Arcadia to have lunch and socialize. On January 15, 2026,
participants met at Ramen Yukinoya restaurant for
traditional ramen.
16
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: 63
Passes Sold: 70
Passengers: 70
Total: 203
Cumulative total for senior services 4,693
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 this season. The
league takes place at the Dana Gym on Sundays from 8:00
a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The winter league started December 14,
2025, and will continue through March 8, 2026.
300
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 786
CG 907
HO 1,237
HA 717
HR 881
LW 542
Total 5,070
Youth
Basketball
League
The Youth Basketball League began on January 5, 2026, and
continues through early March 7, 2026. There are five
divisions in total, three boy divisions, two girl divisions, and
one co-ed boy/girl division. Games are played with
surrounding cities and are held at the Dana Gym on
Saturdays. At the end of the season, All-Star teams will be
formed to compete in the Southern California Municipal
Athletic Federation (SCMAF) Basketball Tournament.
Boys A 235
Girls A 157
Boys A 292
Girls B 196
Boy/Girl C 440
Total 1,320
Kid’s Night
Out
On Friday, January 13, 2026, Recreation staff hosted Kids Night
Out–Superhero Night. This month, 34 participants enjoyed
coloring, playing a Tic Tak Toe ball throwing game, a themed
craft including decorating their own hero masks. For dinner,
they had pizza and Oreo ice cream sandwiches. The night
concluded with a viewing of the movie, Into the Spider Verse.
34
City-Wide
Health
Education
Series
On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 36 individuals attended the
City-Wide Health Education Series seminar on “Joint Health &
Mobility” presented by Andrew Yun, MD.
36
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 January, a total
of 55 hours were completed by 14 Volunteens.
14 Volunteens
55 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.
1,119
Dana Gym
Classes
Examples of classes offered at this location include exercise
classes, youth basketball classes, pickleball, volleyball, and
badminton.
499
MEC
Classes
Examples of classes offered at this location include guzheng,
karate, tai chi, and line dancing. 143
Off-Site &
Virtual
Classes
Examples of classes offered off-site or virtually include tennis,
art, exercise, music, and more. 344
Community
Center
Rentals
The facility is available for rent to Arcadia civic and non-profit
organizations for activities and programs. 1,250
Cumulative Total for Recreation Classes and Youth Programs 10,129
Total for RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES 14,822
COMMUNITY CENTER RENTALS
DATE ORGANIZATION PARTICIPANTS FEES
January 4, 2026 The Well SGV 250 $580
January 11, 2026 The Well SGV 250 $580
January 17, 2026 Firefighter Candidate Testing
Center 150 $2,000
January 18, 2026 JCUAA 200 $1,032
January 25, 2026 The Well SGV 250 $580
January 30, 2026 Rotary Club of Arcadia 150 $300
Total 1,250 $5,072