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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPark & Rec Commission 2017-11-16 Minutes1 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. 2 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. 3 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.