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HomeMy WebLinkAbout060898 CSC Minutes . . 7o/_c<;; MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT HELD MONDAY, JUNE 8,1998 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Community Services Commission was held on Monday, June 8, 1998 7:00 P.M., at the Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. The meeting was called to order by Vice Chairman Jeff Nimeshein. Administrative Secretary Gail Zigler led the flag salute. PRESENT: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Henz, Meyler, Miller, Nimeshein, ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Edwards Also present were Community Services Acting Director Herman Parker, Recreation Super- intendent Julie Pelletier, Development Services Administrator Phyllis Ruse, Maintenance Superintendent Kevin Harrington and Administrative Secretary Gail Zigler. PRESENTATIONS The Community Services Commission presented a Certificate of Appreciation to: Ruth Munoz, TCSD Maintenance Division Project Employee PUBLIC COMMENTS None DIVISION REPORTS Development Services Administrator Phyllis Ruse reported the following: The ADA Improvement Project will be completed by the end of June. A new play structure was installed at Calle Aragon Park. Once the rubber play surface is installed, the ADA Improvement Project will be complete. The Temecula Duck Pond Phase II Master Plan is in final plan check. The installation of temperature control system for the Community Recreation Center began construction on June 15, 199B. It is anticipated this project will be completed by July 28, 1998. During Phyllis's report at the April Commission meeting, Commissioner Miller asked about vector control at the Desilting Pond. Phyllis advised the Commission that the City no longer has a vector control contract. She explained that these contracts are very costly and the City did not utilize them. Phyllis added that the City is currently in the weed abatement process R:\MINUfES\060898.CSD . . which tends to minimize these related problems. Phyllis advised that Chief Building Official Tony Elmo has stated that if the if the City should have a problem within the City, staff would contact the County and they would come out and service the area and charge the City. Maintenance Superintendent Kevin Harrington reported the following projects were completed by maintenance division staff: Smoke detectors and door magnets were installed through out City Hall. Staff worked with Robbie Slater on his Eagle Scout Project which included the installation of a directional sign and ball field numbering at the Rancho California Sports Park. Maintenance staff completed a detailed maintenance program at Pala Community Park which included the installation of a vent fan and skylight in the restroom/sl)ack bar facility. New chairs racks were purchased for the Community Recreation Center. The Maintenance Division responded to 62 service order requests. Commissioner Miller expressed his satisfaction with the Eagle Scout project at the Sports Park. Commissioner Miller said he had a concern with regards to the overall height of the sign. Maintenance Supervisor Kevin Harrington advised that staff has concerns regarding vandalism of the sign. He added that staff is not complete with the improvements to the area were the sign is installed. Recreation Superintendent Julie Pelletier reported the following: The 2nd Annual "Come Fly A Kite Day" was held on Sunday, May 17, at the Rancho California Sports Park. There were approximately 250 - 300 in attendance. This event is proving to be very successful in the community. The event was co-sponsored by Target of Temecula and they are anxious to participate in future events. The 1998 Summer/Fall Guide To Leisure Activities was mailed to the residents this past weekend. The Community Recreation Center Pool will open for summer hours next week. Summer hours include public swim Monday thru Sunday, swim lessons and Family Swim Night every Wednesday night. Staff is currently putting the final touches on the July 4th celebration. The events include the July 4th parade, family games and entertainment at the Sports Park and a Fireworks display. July 19, 1998 begins the Summer Concert Series. This event is presented by the Temecula Arts Council, the City of Temecula Community Services Department and R:\MINlITES\060898.CSD 2 . . Target of Temecula. The July 19 and August 16 concerts will be held at the Thomas H. Langley Amphitheater. Sunday, September 27, the annual "Concert On The Green" will be held at the Rancho California Sports Park. Commissioner Miller asked about public safety at the Temecula Elementary School Pool during the construction of Margarita Community Park. Ms. Pelletier explained that staff is looking at placing a crossing guard at the site to ensure the safety of the parents and children attending swimming lessons. Commissioner Meyler complimented staff on the quality of the recreation brochure. Commissioner Nimeshein asked if the cooler weather has affected pool attendance. Ms. Pelletier said attendance has been down slightly. Commissioner Nimeshein asked if there was an increase in attendance at the Kite Day event. Ms. Pelletier said attendance at this event has doubled. COMMISSION BUSINESS 1 . Annroval of the Minutes It was moved by Commissioner Meyler, seconded by Commissioner Miller to approve the minutes of the May 11, 1998 Community Services Commission meeting. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Henz, Meyler, Miller, Nimeshein NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Edwards 2. TCSD Prooosed Rates and Charges for Fiscal Year 1998-1999 Acting Director Herman Parker presented the staff report. The report was receive and file. No action is required. R:\M1NlJ'TES\06ml98.CSD 3 . . 3. Temeku Park Masterolan Phyllis Ruse presented the staff report. Vince DiDonato of the Alhambra Group reviewed the Masterplan with the Commission and was available to answer questions. Commissioner Nimeshein stated he has been wondering if some of the park sites could be dedicated to passive activities such as gardens, walking paths, jogging paths, etc. Acting Director Herman Parker said staff looks at the property available and the demand in the community when they go forward with a master plan design for a park site. Commissioner Nimeshein said he would like to see the City consider setting aside a portion of the parks for passive uses. It was moved by Commissioner Henz, seconded by Commissioner Miller to approve the Master Plan for Temeku Park. The motion was carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Henz, Meyler, Miller, Nimeshein NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Edwards 4. Greek Festival Julie Pelletier presented the staff report. Marci Hadjis, 42808 Santa Suzanne, Temecula, representing the St. Nicholas Greek Eastern Orthodox Church, provided the Commission with an overview of the event. Commissioner Miller said he has a concern with the sale of alcohol at a public facility. Commissioner Miller said he supports the measures the organization has taken and asked. if the church would agree to discourage drinking and driving at the event through the use of signs, etc. Marci Hadjis said she thought the suggestion was very good and the church would be willing to place this type of signage. Commissioner Miller asked staff what the City's past experience has been with regards to this event. Acting Director Herman Parker said staff has approved this type of use in the past. He said staff looks at the previous events prior to approval of the current event. Director R:\MlNUTES\060898.CSD 4 . . Parker said the Greek Festival has operated independently of the City in the past and therefore the City contacted the Temecula Police Department and they gave an excellent report on the past events. Commissioner Henz said he has a concern with alcohol at this event because it is on City property. Commissioner Nimeshein suggested that the festival coordinators might want to look at eliminating alcohol at this event. Perry Peters, 42968 Agenda Street, Temecula, addressed the Commission's concerns with details about the event. Commissioner Henz asked staff when has the City approved alcohol beverages at a park site. Director Parker said when the use of alcohol at an event could be controlled or confined to a specific area. Commissioner Miller moved to approve St. Nicholas Greek Eastern Orthodox Church of Temecula, to sell and serve alcoholic beverages at the 1998 Greek Festival held at the Temecula Community Center, and require the publication of the hazards of drinking and driving be posted at the event, seconded by Commissioner Henz. The motion was carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Henz, Meyler, Miller, Nimeshein NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Edwards 5. Appoint One Commissioner to the library Project Committee Acting Director Herman Parker presented the staff report. It was moved by Commissioner Henz, seconded by Commissioner Meyler to approve the appointment of Commissioner Nimeshein to the Library Project Committee. Commissioner Nimeshein said he would accept the appointment to the Library Project Committee, however he would recommend at the next meeting the Commission appoint Commissioner Meyler to the Cultural Arts Master Plan and he asked Commissioner Meyler to attend the June 16, 1998 Cultural Arts Master Plan committee meeting. R:\M1NUTES1060898.CSD , . . The motion was carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Henz, Meyler, Miller, Nimeshein NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Edwards 6. Recognition Plaque at the Community Recreation Center Acting Director Herman Parker presented the staff report. Commissioner Nimeshein said he would like to see more language in the verbage of the plaque. It was moved by Commissioner Henz, seconded by Commissioner Meyler to approve the placement of a recognition plaque for Shawn D. Nelson, at the Community Recreation Center, with the final language for the plaque to be approved by the Commission at the July meeting. The motion was carried as follows: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Henz, Meyler, Miller, Nimeshein NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Edwards COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR'S REPORT None COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSIONER REPORTS None ADJOURNMENT -----tb- ~\.- Secretary Chairman Tom Edwards Vice Chairman Nimeshein declared the meeting adjourned R:\MINUfES\060898.CSD 6