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San Rafael Park and Recreation Commission
Meeting Minutes: November 16, 2017
Vice Chair Tom Obletz called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. at San Rafael Community Center
Roll Call: Commissioners: Chair Eric Holm, Vice Chair Tom Obletz, Mark Bastillos, Stacey Laumann, Jeff Jones,
Mark Machado, Ralph Mihan, Cicily Emerson, Alternate
Commissioners Present: Obletz, Laumann, Jones, Machado, Mihan, Emerson
Commissioners Absent: Bustillos, Jones
Staff Present: Tiffany Haley, Program Coordinator; Dave Davenport, Parks Superintendent; Debbie Younkin,
Interim Community Services Director; Becky Ordin, Administrative Assistant
Open time for Public Comment: Joyce Hanstazi had a brief introduction. She applied for the Community
Services Director position, and was sitting in on the meeting.
1. Action Items
A. Pacifics - Presented by Kim McGinnis
Over the last two years the Pacifics Baseball Club have made major improvements to the third base
plaza. At this time they are asking for consideration for a 3rd base plaza arbor.
Ralph asked about the dimensions.
Stacey Laumann questioned the public safety, and asked if the Police and Fire Departments were
notified.
Jeff Jones wanted to know if the beer and wine station would stay, and Kim answered that it is
permanent.
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Tom Obletz asked about the cost, appropriate permits, and requested a revised plan to show the
beer and wine station, and also for review from the Police and Fire Departments. Kim stated that
Marin family businesses will donate their labor and materials for the project. He also requested a
value presented when they present their annual summary Feb/March of 2018.
Ralph Mihan made a motion to consider the concept upon approval from the Building Department.
Jeff Jones seconded the motion.
B. 2017 Aquatics Season Recap - Presented by Program Coordinator Tiffany Haley
Tiffany passed out a pamphlet and went over the stats of the pool camps, swim lessons, and
attendees for the 2017 pool season. She let the commission know that the pool has a new chemical
delivery company, a new heater, there will be a new deck installed this year, and the floor in the
Men’s locker room will also be replaced before the next pool season.
2. Commission Items
A. Director’s Report
There are still parking issues at the Albert J. Borro Community Center. Tom will contact the
Pickleweed Advisory Board to get involved.
The bathroom at the Bret Harte Park is scheduled for Summer 2018.
Tim Hoyle has been working with Community Services and has a Team Building session scheduled in
December.
There are signs and banners up, and fundraising is up to $13,000 for the Albert Park playground
project. The deadline is the 31st of December, but may be extended.
B. Parks Report
Boyd park restrooms are planned for Summer 2018.
Continuing efforts for storm prep. There has been a late leaf drop this season.
Delta Blue Grass baseball field is too wet. The renovation is too wet for late October and will be
scheduled for the future.
December 11th the Pickleweed field will be renovated.
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Kevin, Talia and Dave are working on a more comprehensive tree ordinance to take to Council.
There are still parking issues at the Albert J. Borro Community Center.
The Rotary Club is helping to plan more trees throughout the City streets.
Motion sensor lights are being installed at the Gerstle Park bathrooms. Cicily asked if the restrooms
are used by the homeless, and was concerned about Hepatitis A. Dave replied that there is proper
sanitation.
Dave invited everyone to San Rafael Joes on December 18th for the retirement lunch for himself,
Dave Hulbert in the Garage, Diane Mitchell.
C. Commission Members Report
Calendar of 2018 meetings. Stacey was at Falkirk and it was a great event. The lighted boat parade
is coming up. Tom has regular meetings at Falkirk and noticed the Handicap access is not lighted or
signed.
This was the last meeting for Dave Davenport, Parks Superintendent, as he will be entering
retirement.
D. Approval of minutes
July 20th approved by Ralph and seconded by Stacey.
September 21st approved by Ralph and seconded by Stacey.
October 19th. 2 Commissioners present for meeting. Approved by Jeff and seconded by Mark.
The meeting was adjourned 8:47 p.m.