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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPark & Rec Commission 2024-02-22 Agenda Packet1 PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION FEBRUARY 22, 2024 AT 6:00PM In-Person: SAN RAFAEL COMMUNITY CENTER LOUNGE 618 B STREET, SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA Participate Virtually: Watch on Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/PRC-2-22-2024 Listen by phone: (669) 444-9171 ID: 841 0672 5048# AGENDA CALL TO ORDER MINUTES 1. Approve regular meeting minutes of January 18, 2024 Recommended Action – Approve as submitted OPEN TIME FOR PUBLIC EXPRESSION The public is welcome to address the Commission at this time on matters not on the agenda that are within its jurisdiction. Comments may be no longer than three minutes and should be respectful to the community. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS 2. No Special Presentations OTHER AGENDA ITEMS If necessary to ensure completion of the following items, the Chairperson may establish time limits for the presentations by individual speakers. 3. Other Agenda Items: a. Goldenaires Club Annual Report Recommended Action: Receive and Comment b. Marin Bocce Federation Annual Report Recommended Action: Receive and Comment STAFF LIAISON REPORT 4. Schedule of Upcoming Events and Staff Liaison Report COMMISSIONER REPORTS 5. Other brief reports on any meetings, conferences, and/or seminars attended by the Commission members. ADJOURNMENT Any records relating to an agenda item, received by a majority or more of the Commission less than 72 hours before the meeting, shall be available for inspection online and in the San Rafael Community Center, 618 B St., San Rafael, CA 94901 placed with other agenda-related materials on the table in front of the San Rafael Community Center prior to the meeting. Sign Language interpreters may be requested by calling (415) 485-3066 (voice), emailing city.clerk@cityofsanrafael.org or using the California Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing “711”, at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Copies of documents are available in 2 accessible formats upon request. To request Spanish language interpretation, please submit an online form at https://www.cityofsanrafael.org/request-for-interpretation/. Page 1 of 4 PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION January 18, 2024 – 6:00 p.m. DRAFT MINUTES __________________________________________________________________ Watch on Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/PRC-1-18-2024 Telephone: (669) 900-9128 Meeting ID: 841 0672 5048 CALL TO ORDER Chair Gutierrez called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioner Cabrales Commissioner Emerson Chair Gutierrez Commissioner Pasternak Commissioner Sandoval Absent: None Also Present: Craig Veramay, Assistant Library & Recreation Director Becky Ordin, Senior Administrative Assistant AGENDA AMENDMENTS None. MINUTES 1. Approve regular meeting minutes of November 16, 2023 Commissioner Pasternak moved, and Commissioner Sandoval seconded, to approve the meetings minutes of November 16, 2023. AYES: Commissioners: Cabrales, Emerson, Gutierrez, Pasternak, Sandoval NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: None ABSTAINED: Commissioners: None Minutes approved as submitted. 2 MEETING OPEN FOR PUBLIC EXPRESSION Public Comment from the audience regarding items not listed on the agenda None. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS 2. Introductions/Awards/Recognitions/Presentations None. OTHER AGENDA ITEMS If necessary, to assure completion of the following items, the Chairperson may establish time limits for the presentations by individual speakers. 3. Other Agenda Items a. Review of the Annual Commission Work Plan Mr. Veramay introduced presented the Annual Commission Work Plan for 2024. Staff responded to questions from the Commission. Public Comment: None Commissioner Emerson moved, and Commissioner Pasternak seconded to amend and accept the Annual Commission Work Plan for 2024 to include a quarterly Parks report. AYES: Commissioners: Cabrales, Emerson, Gutierrez, Pasternak, Sandoval NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: None ABSTAINED: Commissioners: None Motion passes. 3. Other Agenda Items b. Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair Mr. Veramay gave a brief background of the duties for the Park and Recreation Commission Chair and Vice Chair positions. Staff responded to questions from the Commission. Public Comment: None Chair Guiterrez moved, and Commissioner Emerson seconded to nominate Commissioner Cabrales as Chair. 3 AYES: Commissioners: Cabrales, Emerson, Gutierrez, Pasternak, Sandoval NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: None ABSTAINED: Commissioners: None Motion passes. Commissioner Sandoval moved, and Chair Cabrales seconded to nominate himself (Commissioner Sandoval) as Vice Chair. AYES: Commissioners: Cabrales, Emerson, Gutierrez, Pasternak, Sandoval NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: None ABSTAINED: Commissioners: None Motion passes. Mr. Veramay gave a brief background of the duties for the Pickleweed Advisor Committee. Commissioner Emerson moved, and Commissioner Sandoval seconded to nominate Commissioner Pasternak as the Park and Recreation Commission Representative for the Pickleweed Advisory Committee. AYES: Commissioners: Cabrales, Emerson, Gutierrez, Pasternak, Sandoval NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: None ABSTAINED: Commissioners: None Motion passes. STAFF LIAISON REPORT 4. Staff Liaison Report. Mr. Veramay reported the upcoming dates and included the Peacock Gap design was approved in December by City Council. The Pickleweed project is at 95% design. The San Rafael Goldenaires have opted to hire their own coordinator. Falkirk Cultural Center has hired Patty McCulley as the new Program Coordinator. The Childcare team was awarded “Team of the Quarter” from the City of San Rafael. Kelly Albrecht has announced her retirement and there will be a recruitment for her supervisor position. Important dates coming up: January 13 – February 24: Falkirk Exhibit “A Gathering of Color” February 5: City Council Meeting 4 February 9: 2nd Friday Art Walk March 6: Summer Recreation Registration March 10: Age Friendly 90th Celebration for the Community ages 90+ Public Comment: None COMMISSIONER REPORTS 5. Other brief reports on any meetings, conferences, and/or seminars attended by the Commission members. Chair Cabrales went to the Sun Valley Park and it was very nice. Public Comment: None ADJOURNMENT Chair Cabrales adjourned the meeting at 6:35 p.m. ___________________________________________ BECKY ORDIN, Senior Administrative Assistant APPROVED THIS_____DAY OF___________, 2024 ___________________________________________ CATHERINE QUFFA, Library & Recreation Director PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT ITEM #3a February 22, 2024 TITLE: 2023 SAN RAFAEL GOLDENAIRES ANNUAL REPORT RECOMMENDATION That the Commission receives the San Rafael Goldenaires 2023 Annual Report and provide comment. BACKGROUND The San Rafael Goldenaires is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to serving adults age 62 and older with social, recreational, cultural, educational, and enrichment services. The organization partners with the City of San Rafael Library and Recreation Department and was originally formed in May 1968. Members can join the club for an annual membership fee of $40, which allows them to participate in a variety of classes, social events, special interest groups, trips, informational workshops, and assistance services. From 1968 to 1974, the Goldenaires met at the Community Recreation Center at 2nd and Brooks Street. While the San Rafael Community Center on B Street was being built, The Goldenaires rented a space at the Whistlestop for a year in 1973. In 1975, the Goldenaires moved to their current location in the San Rafael Community Center. Since then, the Goldenaires and the City have had an agreement allowing their use of the facility in exchange for offering valuable older adult community programming. The agreement has been amended seven times since 2007 to adapt to program and personnel changes and underwent changes in response to the facility closure during the COVID 19 pandemic. DISCUSSION In 2023, the Goldenaires offered weekly volunteer led classes such as watercolor painting, mahjong, contract bridge, healthy steps, woodworking, crafts, dominoes, acrylic painting, and duplicate bridge. They also hosted ten themed luncheons with live performances. The luncheons averaged 70-100 attendees and continue to increase in popularity this year. The Goldenaires held four Monday Night Bingo/Dinner events, a Holiday Gala, Holiday Craft Fair, and ten Sunday “B Street” Ballroom dances. The Goldenaires partner with the Marin County Department of Health and Human Services, Aging and Adult Services, to administer a congregate meal program which is staffed weekly by Goldenaires volunteers. In addition, the San Rafael Goldenaires are one of the founding organizations that helped create the Marin Senior Information Fair held annually at the Exhibition Hall of the Marin County Civic Center. After a three-year hiatus due to Covid 19, the Senior Fair returned in 2023 and the Goldenaires not only provided volunteers to staff the fair throughout the day, but once again won the Best Booth award! Goldenaires volunteers offered twenty-one northern California day trips throughout 2023 with destinations including theatres, museums, festivals, concerts, casinos, wineries and other points of interest. The Goldenaires continue to collaborate with the Marin County Healthy and Human Services (HHS) and anticipate in 2024 to increase collaborations with additional non-profits. Over the years, the City and the Goldenaires have agreed to various terms that specify use of City owned facilities and program staffing responsibilities. The City permits the Goldenaires free access to the San Rafael Community Center for its activities on weekdays during regular business hours and access to facilities for a set number of after-hours and weekend events, paying only applicable facility attendant fees. In recent years, the Goldenaires have also agreed to pay the City a monthly fee in exchange for the City assigning a Program Coordinator to support Goldenaires programs. For 2024, the Goldenaires have decided to furnish their own Program Coordinator to manage their programs. The City believes this arrangement will improve the consistency of staffing and programming, and lead to improved financial stability for the Goldenaires as they rebound from the impacts of the covid-19 pandemic. Their new coordinator, Laurie Vermont, started in December 2023. Previously, Laurie was the Event Coordinator at the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce and most recently the manager of over 175 volunteers at Whistlestop/Vivalon. FINANCIAL ANALYSIS The Goldenaires have provided the City with a 2023 annual status report and financial statement (Attachment 1), which is required as part of their agreement with the City. As shown in the financial statement, the Goldenaires program was able to generate a positive net revenue in 2023. This can be attributed in part to increased participation in revenue generating programs, but also to reduced personnel expenses since the Goldenaires were not required to reimburse the City for program coordinator expenses. The Goldenaires club currently has 436 members. Despite the early challenges in 2023, Goldenaires membership and event participation increased by fifteen percent from 2022, partially due to the senior club in Novato disbanding. Through the hard work and dedication of the Board and volunteers, the Goldenaires ended the calendar year 2023 with a positive net revenue. This can be attributed to increases in membership and program participation, as well as generous individual donations to the club of over $14,000, and a $1,000 Allensby Charity Fund Grant received in 2023. In addition to these revenue impacts, the City waived Program Coordinator fees for 2023 due to inconsistent staffing availability and assignment to the program. Looking ahead, the Club has implemented increases to program fees and membership dues for 2024 to ensure financial sustainability. Table 1: Summary of Goldenaires Revenue and Expenses 2021-2023 2021 2022 2023 Income 80,488.87 153,959.30 237,881.00 Operating Expenses 32,033.21 49,579.59 74,521.00 Cost of Goods Sold 29,868.76 74,280.03 77,423.00 Net (Gain/Loss) 18,585.90 30,099.68 85,937.00 FISCAL IMPACT As part of the agreement between the City and the Goldenaires, the City provides the Goldenaires with space in the meeting rooms, auditorium, and kitchen for their programs, free of charge. In 2023, this was approximately 2,220 hours of programs with the value of the waived fees totaling approximately $87,000. The City also provides the Goldenaires with a dedicated clubroom for their staff, volunteers, and members to use, along with custodial support, maintenance, utilities, and computers. Submitted by: Azadeh Honarmand Azadeh Honarmand Program Coordinator Attachments: 1. Goldenaires 2023 Annual Financial Report Goldenaires 2023 Status Report Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting February 22nd 2024 Presented by Laurie Vermont The Goldenaires’ senior program is open to residents (over 62) for an annual fee of $40. Members participate in a variety of classes, social events, special interest groups, trips, informational workshops and assistance services. In 2023, the Goldenaires offered weekly volunteer-led classes in watercolor painting, mahjong, contract bridge, tai chi, healthy steps, woodworking, crafts, dominoes, acrylic painting, and duplicate bridge. They also hosted ten themed luncheons with live performances. The luncheons averaged 70-100 attendees and continue to increase in popularity this year. The Goldenaires also hosted four Monday Night Bingo and Dinner events, its annual Holiday Gala and Craft Fair, as well as ten Sunday “B Street” Ballroom dances. The Goldenaires partner with the Marin County Department of Health and Human Services, Aging and Adult Services, to administer a congregate meal program and is staffed weekly by Goldenaires volunteers. In addition, San Rafael Goldenaires is one of the founding organizations that helped create the Marin Senior Information Fair held at the Exhibition Hall of the Marin County Civic Center. After a three-year hiatus due to Covid 19, the Senior Fair returned in 2023 and the Goldenaires provided volunteers to staff the fair throughout the day. The Goldenaires won the Best Booth award again. Goldenaires volunteers led numerous northern California day trips throughout 2023 with destinations including theatres, museums, festivals, concerts, casinos, wineries and other points of interest. Seniors have access to the lending library and socializing opportunities in the Goldenaires office/lounge inside the Community Center. Additionally, the Goldenaires sponsored several fundraising events to support low or no additional fees for the programs the organization sponsors. The organization produces a large and balanced program utilizing many member volunteers. In 2023, the Goldenaires provided over 4,800 hours of volunteer service toward its operations. Financials - After the Covid closure of the Community Center in 2020, the Goldenaires struggled to bring membership totals back to pre-Covid levels. Despite the early challenges, in 2023 our membership (we had new members come from Novato after their senior club disbanded), and event participation has greatly increased. Through hard work and dedication of our Board and volunteers, we ended the calendar year 2023 in the black. This was in part, because of increased membership, increased participation in our programs as well as the generous donations by club members of over $14,000 as well as a $1000 Allensby Charity Fund Grant. In addition, the program fees (lunches, Bingo, trips) and membership dues 2024 have been increased. Table 1: Summary of Goldenaires Revenue and Expenses 2020 2021 2022 2023 Income 48,724.21 80,488.87 153,959.30 237,882.00 Operating Expenses 30,823.16 32,033.21 49,579.59 74,521.00 Cost of Goods Sold 15,158.54 29,868.76 74,280.03 77,423.00 Net (Gain/Loss) 2,742.51 18,585.90 30,099.68 85,937.00 PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT February 22, 2024 Item #3b TITLE: 2023 MARIN BOCCE FEDERATION ANNUAL REPORT RECOMMENDATION That the Commission receives the Marin Bocce Federation 2023 Annual Report and provide comment. BACKGROUND In 1993, City Council approved a Masterplan Amendment for Albert Park including the installation of a new bocce facility, playground, and formal garden features. In 1994, the City established a partnership with the Marin Bocce Federation (Federation), a non-profit corporation which is dedicated to promoting the sport of bocce for all local citizens to enhance their social and physical well-being. The facility includes 10 premier, state of the art bocce courts and operates year-round, serving over 5,000 visitors per month during the peak season, March-October. As part of the original agreement, the Federation was approved to install equipment, furnishings, and facilities for the sport of bocce in Albert Park with the provision that it made those facilities accessible for public use. The Federation installed $1.1 million in improvements to the Bocce Complex (Complex) between 1994 and 2012. During that time, the Federation and the City amended and extended the original Agreement to add site improvements and an enhanced program scope. In 2011, the City entered into a new Agreement with Marin Bocce with a term expiration of November 30, 2030. Upon expiration, the term of the Agreement may be renewed for an additional 15 years. In accordance with the Agreement, the Federation has several responsibilities, including: • Maintaining its private, non-profit corporation status • Assuming responsibility for managing the Complex at its sole expense • Organizing, promoting, and conducting all programs, event management, rules, procedures, fees, rentals, personnel, permits, and plans Under the Agreement, the City permits the Federation to use the Complex for its organized activities pursuant to the submitted schedules and subject to the provisions outlined in the Agreement. The City cooperates with the Federation in the promotion and supervision of its organized activities and would be responsible for rebuilding and/or repairing the Complex in the event it is damaged by acts of God, vandalism or intentional or negligent acts of third parties in excess of $25,000. Both parties understand, acknowledge, and agree that because of fiscal constraints of the City, agreed repairs are contingent upon the City having funds available for this purpose. The Federation reports annually to the Park and Recreation Commission to review the organization’s financial statements, program status, attendance, and facility issues. DISCUSSION Federation leagues, programs, and activities have been popular and successful at Marin Bocce. League participation consistently remains at capacity with 160 teams and 1,600 players, plus a waitlist. Open-play days often draw lines of participants and new players who continue on to register for formal and informal clinics. The Federation hosted on site bocce tournaments for league players, United States Bocce Federation Tournaments, fundraisers, private rental events, and a San Rafael City Employee one night tournament. Marin Bocce Federation has provided the Park and Recreation Commission with an Annual Program Report for 2023 (Attachment 1). The report includes detailed information on the Federation’s program status and attendance, and facility improvement/repair projects. A few of the highlights noted in the Annual Report (Attachment 1) are: • Facility upgrades including court refinishing, drain cover platforms and increased umbrellas for shade including a new shade structure over court D • New classes including a bocce bootcamp • Improved signage • Conducting an annual player survey • Implemented cloud-based storage • Implemented a new online management system for leagues (Squad Fusion) • Employee benefits enhanced • Donations of 10 Marin Bocce gift certificates a year to local charities and school fundraisers that are worth $450 each 2023 Participation Statistics: • Hosted 6 In-House Tournaments • Hosted 4 United States Bocce Federation Tournaments • Open Play attracted 130 players a week from April-December • Leagues were full in the beginning of Spring season with 160 teams across 5- night leagues and 3-day leagues • Leagues remained full through the Summer and Fall season • Two courts every Saturday are donated to the Special Olympics to practice on in the Spring and Winter for 15 players 2023 Contracted Events: • Weekly standing reservation for Jewish Family Services Memory Care • Contracted 30 events which is 12 more than in 2022 and predicted to contract 36 or more in 2024 The Federation will provide their 2023 Expense and Revenue Report at the meeting. The following summary may be used as reference of past years to compare with the 2023 figures being presented. Table 1: Summary of Federation’s Expenses and Revenue – 2020-2022 2020 2021 2022 Operational Income $87,725 $179,983 $269,412 Covid Relief Income $19,335 $62,573 $0 Other Revenue/Interest - - $119 Expenses $113,436 $152,126 $219,870 Net (Gain/Loss) (-$6,376) $90,431 $49,660 FISCAL IMPACT In exchange for the Federation’s contribution of park improvements and ongoing maintenance of the Complex, the City waives facility use fees for the Complex for the term of the agreement. Submitted by: Darcie Chellew Darcie Chellew Recreation Supervisor Attachments: 1. Marin Bocce Federation 2023 Annual Program Report pg. 1 The Marin Bocce Federation 2023 Annual Report Presented to City of San Rafael Park and Recreation Commission Presented By Larry Clayman, Board President Jessica Libien, Executive Director February 15, 2024 The Marin Bocce Federation is a 501(c)-3 nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the sport of bocce with all residents to enhance their social and physical well-being. Marin Bocce is a special place. We boast 10 premiere, state-of-the-art bocce courts nestled amid beautifully landscaped surroundings. Our facilities are open year-round. We feature active leagues from March through October, public open play all year, host tournaments, and rent out our facilities on weekends to nonprofits and local businesses. FACILITY UPGRADES Court Refinishing – Originally scheduled for October, 2022. Due to shipping delays, the courts were refinished in March of 2023. The outdoor court surfaces were seven years old and the indoor courts 15 years old. It is our intention to refinish the outdoor courts every five years to improve play and lessen the repairs needed. Drain Cover Platforms – Along with the new drainage installed in 2022, we added steel platforms installed at the ends of each court to cover the expanded drains. These platforms were custom made and should greatly reduce tripping hazards over the prior configuration. The steel platforms were installed in April. pg. 2 Increased Shade – Another priority has been to increase the amount of shade available for players. We have designed a shade structure with a retractable awning attached to a permanently installed metal frame. This new prototype structure was installed at the end of court D, the court nearest the children’s playground, prior to leagues starting in March. In addition, we have purchased large, rectangular umbrellas to augment the umbrellas that were already at each table. OTHER HIGHLIGHTS OF 2023 Classes – Jessica created and conducted new classes including basic skills, advanced skills, and strategy. There was even a bocce bootcamp that people thoroughly enjoyed. Feedback has been great, and the caliber of play continues to improve. Signage – Improved signage has been installed at each entrance to the courts with the intention to make Marin Bocce more welcoming to residents. Player Survey – We conducted our second online satisfaction survey among our players, and the results showed high levels of satisfaction. Areas needing attention included more shade, better lighting, and good sportsmanship between teams (to be addressed in annual Captain’s meeting). We intend to conduct annual surveys every year in October. Employee Benefits Enhanced – Marin Bocce employees one full-time Executive Director and five part-time staff. All employees have the option to obtain a SIMPLE IRA with a 3% match. Our one full-time employee now has a health reimbursement plan funded by the organization. Cloud-based Storage – We have implemented a cloud-based online storage system for all essential organizational documents. Online Management System: We have implemented, and online league and scheduling management system called Squad Fusion. All our players have been integrated into the system and it allows us to run the organization even better. CONTRACTED EVENTS FOR 2024 pg. 3 The bocce courts are a great resource for local nonprofit organizations, social clubs, and businesses. On most weekends you will find the facility being used for fundraisers, social events, school pay to plays, and tournaments. The following organizations are signed up to hold events at Marin Bocce this year. 1. Central Marin Sanitary 2. St. Vincent de Paul 3. God Squad 4. Matuecci’s 5. Salesian Boys and Girls Club 6. SFIAC 7. Scacciapensieri 8. Marin Tip Club 9. Women’s Council of Realtors 10. Glenwood School Fundraiser 11. Casa Allegra 12. Curry Senior Center 13. Golden Gate Breakfast Club 14. Gilead House 15. Rotoplast 16. San Rafael HS Boosters 17. Davidson Middle School 18. Dominican University 19. Good Shepard Lutheran School 20. Coleman School Fundraiser 21. SIRS Bocce Party 22. Ross Valley Women’s League 23. Gerstle Park Neighborhood Day 24. Salesian’s Kids Camp 25. Our Lady of Loretto Fundraiser 26. Equator Coffee Staff Appreciation Day 27. San Domenico Fundraiser 28. Schurig Center Fundraiser 29. Mark Day School 30. Our Lady of Loretto 31. Neil Cummings School 32. Terra Linda HS Boosters 33. Novato HS Boosters 34. LITCAMP 35. Elks Lodge 36. Vision Impaired of Marin More events will be added as the year progresses. • We also have a weekly standing reservation for Jewish Family Services Memory Care. Bocce helps Alzheimer’s and dementia patients with motor skills and is vital to their recovery as well as fun! • The Special Olympics is back this year from March 25-June 5 as well as November- December. We donate two courts every Sunday to the Special Olympics for practice. We have about 15 players. • We donate 10 gift certificates per year to local charities and school fundraisers. The certificates are worth $450 each and includes two courts for three hours of play, plus a propane barbecue. This is a highly sought-after silent auction item in Marin County. pg. 4 TOURNAMENTS FOR 2023 Marin Bocce is hosting four United States Bocce Federation sanctioned tournaments this year and seven in-house tournaments. The USBF tournaments bring players in from all over Northern California. The in-house tournaments are limited to our own league players. MBF In-House: 1. Mixed Singles 2. Il Sacco A/B Doubles 3. Men’s Singles 4. Mixed Doubles 5. Dolly Nave Day/30th MBF Anniversary Event (fundraiser for SRHS Athletic Dept) 6. End of Year Night League Tournament USBF 1. Mixed Singles 2. Men's Doubles 3. Women's Doubles 4. Mixed Doubles ACTIVITY RECAP BY YEAR 2022 2023 2024 Est In-house Tournaments 5 6 8 USBF Tournaments 3 4 6 Open Play Players/Week 125 130 140 Contracted Events 18 30 36+ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Appendix 1 - Preliminary 2023 Financials – Final reports produced by our accounting firm. There will be minor adjustments, reclassifications, and updates to depreciation when our CPA produces our year-end tax filing. pg. 5 Appendix 1 – (to be provided by Accountiful by 2/15) •