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RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, October 14, 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
Roberto Ayala, Chairperson
Matthew Goldsby, Vice-Chairperson
Cris Arzate, Commission Member
Valerie Cheung, Commission Member
Sonny Mediana, 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 September 9, 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. Monthly Report
ADJOURNMENT
The Recreation and Parks Commission will adjourn this meeting to December 9, 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, September 9, 2026
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER – Chairperson Ayala called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Chairperson Ayala
ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS
PRESENT: Arzate, Ayala, and Goldsby
EXCUSED: Cheung, Mediana
A motion was made by Chairperson Ayala, seconded by Vice Chairperson Goldsby, and
unanimously carried on roll call vote to excuse Commissioner Cheung and Commissioner
Mediana.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS - None
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
REPORTS FROM RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSIONERS
Chairperson Ayala reported now that Newcastle park has been re-opened almost a year it
has become a popular resource to the community. Chairperson Ayala reported he frequents
the park with the family.
Commissioner Arzate inquired about the Newcastle Park Brick Program and when the
second batch of bricks ordered will be installed. Director Recreation Community Services
Department (DRCSD) Somogyi informed the Commission the bricks have been delivered and
will be installed soon. Commissioner Arzate inquired about the closed restrooms at Tierra
Verde Park. DRCSD Somogyi informed the Commission the restrooms have been closed for
many years, and the building remains empty. A portable bathroom has been added for park
patron use. Commissioner Arzate inquired about the status of a public meeting held at Santa
Anita Park regarding potential tree removal for the 2028 Olympics. DRCSD Somogyi informed
the Commission the areas under discussion regarding the potential tree removal for the
2028 Olympic games are not on City property.
Vice-Chairperson Goldsby – No Report
REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON
No Report
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of August 12, 2026.
A motion was made by Vice-Chairperson Goldsby, seconded by Commissioner Arzate,
and unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar 2.a. with the
correction of Chairperson Ayala being removed from being listed as present.
3. REGULAR ITEMS
a. Report from Public Works Services Department
I. Project Updates
Deputy Director Public Works Services Department (DDPWSD) Carmen Masud reported
Newcastle Park parking issues have been brought to the attention of the Traffic Advisory
Committee (TAC) and the TAC is currently looking into the issue. DDWPSD Masud reported
Wilderness Park has had an evaluation and survey done. These are the beginning steps in
the debris removal process.
b. Report from Recreation and Community Services Department
I. Monthly Report
DRCSD Somogyi reported recommendations have been presented to City Council for
potential future park projects. These included Longden Park, Tierra Verde Park, Fairview
Park, and a potential joint use project with Los Angeles County for an improved perimeter
walking trail around Arcadia County Park.
DRCSD Somogyi reported on several senior activities during the month of August. DRCSD
Somogyi reported senior classes had over 2,100 participants. DRCSD Somogyi reported Fit
and Talk had 59 participants in August. DRCSD Somogyi reported 229 individuals visited the
Gift Shop. DRCSD Somogyi reported 217 individuals participated in both American and
Traditional Mahjong programs. DRCSD Somogyi reported the Monday Dance had 117
seniors attend. DRCSD Somogyi reported 76 seniors enjoyed Senior Cinema. DRCSD Somogyi
reported 1,749 individuals participated in the Senior Lunch program. DRCSD Somogyi
reported Taste the Town had 23 individuals in attendance. DRCSD Somogyi reported 108
seniors went on the Cabrillo Beach excursion. DRCSD Somogyi reported 30 seniors played
Bingo in the month of August.
DRCSD Somogyi reported on several recreation programs and activities during the month of
August. DRCSD Somogyi reported the Summer Fun N Play program concluded with 769
children in attendance. DRCSD Somogyi reported Sports Camp concluded with 995 children
in attendance. DRCSD Somogyi reported 656 youth participated in the final weeks of the
summer Youth Co-Ed Basketball League. DRCSD Somogyi reported the Afterschool Program
had 2,101 children participate. DRCSD Somogyi reported National Night Out had 350
individuals attend. DRCSD Somogyi reported 35 individuals attended the City-Wide Health
Education Series. DRCSD Somogyi reported over 2,026 individuals participated in exercise
and enrichment classes.
DRCSD Somogyi handed out a flyer for the upcoming health fair and invited the
Commissioners to attend. Chairperson Ayala inquired on how senior programming is
chosen. DRCSD Somogyi informed the Commission the programming is largely decided by
participant input. DRCSD Somogyi handed out copies of the monthly Senior Connection
pamphlet to help the Commissioners understand what is currently happening for the senior
community. DRCSD Somogyi concluded her report by announcing her retirement in October
2026. The Commissioners thanked her for her dedicated service, giving congratulations and
well wishes for her retirement.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Ayala adjourned the meeting at 6:50 p.m. to October 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in
the Recreation and Community Services Department Conference Room, at 375 Campus
Drive, Arcadia.
______________________________ _______________________________
Roberto Ayala Sara Somogyi
Chairperson Secretary
RECREATION AND
COMMUNITY SERVICES
STAFF REPORT
DATE: October 14, 2026
TO: Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Recreation and Parks
Commission
FROM: Sara Somogyi, Director of Recreation and Community Services
SUBJECT: Programs & Activities – September 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 The billiard room is open Monday through Friday from 7:30
a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for individuals to play. 255
Blood Pressure
Check
In partnership with USC Arcadia Hospital, free blood
pressure checks are available on the second Tuesday of the
month from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
10
Bridge Bridge is available on Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:00
p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Community Center. 214
Coffee with the
Mayor
Coffee with the Mayor was held on September 15, 2026.
The program allows seniors to listen and chat with the
Mayor about City issues and topics of personal interest.
39
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.
2,143
Fit & Talk Fit & Talk meets on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for easy 30-
minute low impact cardio workouts. 44
Gift Shop The Gift Shop located in the Arcadia Community Center
sells jewelry, decorations, and many items made by hand.
Shoppers: 164
Revenue: $682
Information
& Referral
The I&R program assists individuals in finding resources
that address their issues or living concerns. 40
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 different languages.
81
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.
120
American
Mahjong
American Mahjong meets Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. It is a
game of strategy, skill, and luck. 123
Monday
Dance
Monday dance is held the first, third, and fifth Monday of
each month. Seniors can dance to a variety of music played
by a live band.
127
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 Mondays at 9:00 a.m. It is a card game of
German origin played by up to four people. 18
Senior Cinema
Movies are shown Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. September
movies were School of Rock, Freedom Writers, Akeelah and
the Bee, Stand and Deliver, and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.
68
Senior Meals
Program
Lunch meals are provided Monday-Friday. The cost is $3 for
individuals who are 55+ years old.
1,701 Meals
85 Average Meals
Senior
Seminar
Free information seminars are available each month. The
September topics were Discover Qigong, Waste Sorting
Regulations, and Urological Conditions.
68
Sing Along with
James
Sing Along with James meets Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m.
to 3:00 p.m. James plays guitar as participants sing along to
songs from different generations.
154
Table
Tennis
Table Tennis is open Monday-Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30
p.m. Equipment can be checked out at the front desk. 200
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a self-guided program available every Tuesday
from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Tai Chi provides gentle
movement combined with calm focus.
82
You’ve Got a
Friend
This program provides phone calls to individuals who live
alone or need someone to check in on them. New friends
are made, and great conversations are enjoyed.
3
Taste the Town
Each month participants meet at a different restaurant in
Arcadia to have lunch and socialize. In September,
participants enjoyed lunch at Shwe Taung Rice Bowl and
Burmese Restaurant.
17
Tech Talk
The program offers a short presentation about technology.
After the presentation Seniors can ask questions that apply
to the topic.
9
Western
Hoedown
On Friday, September 11, 2026, the Western Hoedown took
place. Participants enjoyed a western themed dinner,
entertainment, raffle prizes, and line Dancing with
instructor Pam Wagoner.
153
Greek Festival
On Friday September 18, 2026, 48 individuals attended the
Pasadena Greek Festival. The excursion included
admission, transportation, and a food voucher.
48
Social Hour
On Friday, September 25, 2026, 16 seniors attended the
Social Hour program. This month’s theme was Arts &
Crafts. Participants made fall pictures using various art
techniques.
16
Downsizers
Class
This engaging course provides participants with practical
strategies for decluttering and downsizing. The class meets
Tuesdays through November 3, 2026.
60
Music
Appreciation
Class
Students learn to develop active listening skills and learn
how music influences culture, emotions, and memory. The
class meets on Mondays through December 7, 2026.
84
Sewing Class
Students learn sewing tips, how to use commercial
patterns, and create personalized projects. The class meets
Tuesdays, through December 9, 2026.
36
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 each
month discuss monthly trips.
Meeting: 80
Passes Sold: 91
Passengers: 82
Total: 253
Cumulative Total for Senior Services 6,347
Connection Total number of monthly newsletters distributed this
month. 1,400
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 fall league started on September 27,
2026, and will continue through December 6, 2026.
660
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.
and runs from August 20, 2026, through June 4, 2027. Six
elementary school playgrounds provide a variety of
activities including board games, crafts, and outdoor
games to keep participants safely engaged and
entertained.
BS 911
CG 980
HO 1,120
HA 752
HR 1,196
LW 648
Total 5,607
Kids Night
Out
On Friday, September 18, 2026, Recreation staff hosted
Kids Night Out – Dinosaur Night. Participants enjoyed
playing dinosaur themed games, making dinosaur themed
crafts, and taking home dinosaur eggs. The evening
included dinner, dessert, and concluded with a viewing of
the movie, The Good Dinosaur.
46
Youth Co-Ed
Volleyball
League
The Fall Co-Ed Youth Volleyball League takes place
September 14, 2026, through November 13, 2026. There
are two divisions, Division A for seventh and eighth graders
and Division B for fifth and sixth graders.
Div A 360
Div B 288
Total 648
Volunteen
Program
The Volunteen Program provides teens, ages 13-16, with
valuable volunteer experiences to help prepare them for
college and future jobs.
5 Volunteens
12 Hours
City-Wide
Health Fair
On Saturday, September 12, 2026, the City of Arcadia
hosted its annual City-Wide Health Fair at the Arcadia
Community Center. The event brought together healthcare
providers, community partners, and the public for a
morning dedicated to health and wellness. More than 800
individuals attended this free event.
800
City-Wide
Health
Education
Series
On Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 15 individuals
attended the City-Wide Health Education Series seminar on
“Understanding the Flu & Importance of Adult Vaccines”,
presented by Hua Jiang, M.D., Internal Medicine, Board
Certified Infectious Diseases at USC Arcadia Hospital.
15
Community
Center
Classes
Examples of classes offered at this location include exercise
classes, karate, cooking, chess, table tennis, yoga, and line
dancing.
778
Dana Gym
Classes
Examples of classes offered at this location include exercise
classes, youth basketball classes, pickleball, volleyball, and
badminton.
310
MEC Classes Examples of classes offered at this location include
guzheng, karate, tai chi, and line dancing. 90
Off-Site &
Virtual Classes
Examples of classes offered off-site or virtually include
tennis, art, exercise, music, and more. 253
Community
Center
Rentals
The facility is available for rent to Arcadia civic and non-
profit organizations for activities and programs. 1,750
Cumulative Total for Recreation Classes and Youth Programs 10,962
Total for RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES 17,309
COMMUNITY CENTER RENTALS
DATE ORGANIZATION PARTICIPANTS FEES
September 6, 2026 The Well SGV 325 $1,420
September 13, 2026 The Well SGV 300 $1,280
September 19, 2026 NTNUAASC (National Tawain
Association) 150 $300
September 20, 2026 The Well SGV 325 $1,420
September 26, 2026 Firefighter Candidate Testing Center 200 $2,000
September 27, 2026 The Well SGV 300 $1,280
September 27, 2026 Guzheng Classes of Arcadia 150 $300
Total 1,750 $8,000