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HomeMy WebLinkAbout051396 CSC Minutes . . MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MONDAY, MAY 13, 1996 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Community Services Commission was held on Monday, May 13, 1996, 7:00 P.M. at the Temecula City Hall Main Conference Room, 43174 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Chairman Comerchero called the meeting to order. Commissioner Edwards led the flag salute. PRESENT: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Edwards, Henz, Miller, Nimeshein, Comerchero ABSENT: o COMMISSIONERS: None Also present were Community Services Director Shawn Nelson, Deputy Director Herman Parker, Development Services Administrator Phyllis Ruse, Maintenance Superintendent Bruce Hartley, Recreation Superintendent Julie Pelletier and Administrative Secretary Gail Zigler. PRESENTATIONS The Community Services Commission presented a Certificate of Appreciation to: Marlene Zitzer a Temecula resident who resides in the Old Town area and took it upon herself to clear the weeds around the Temecula Community Center on Pujol Street. John Sterling, president of the Temecula Town Association, thanked Ms. Zitzer for all her hard work. Mr. Sterling said that Marlene pulled 90 to 100 bags of weeds from around the Community Center. He said Marlene represents the real meaning of the word "volunteer". Chairman Comerchero called a short recess to congratulate Ms. Zitzer. DIVISION REPORTS Recreation Superintendent Julie Pelletier reported the following: The spring aquatics program is underway. The pool is open weekends for public swimming. Spring swim lesson sign-ups were held and all classes sold out within 45 minutes. All these lessons will be held at the Temecula Elementary School pool. The Temecula Elementary School pool will be used along with the CRC pool for the summer aquatics program. Summer aquatics starts June 17, 1996. The Temecula Skate Park grand opening ceremony is planned for June 27, 1996, 10:00 A.M. at the Skate Palk. Staff has been working on staffing needs at the R\MIN1ITES\051396.CSC June 4,1996 . . COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MAY 13. 1996 facility, programming, sign age, etc. Staff has been putting together the July 4th program for 1996 which includes a parade through Old Town, live entertainment and vendors at the Sports Park, concluding with the fireworks show. Tiny Tots Olympics event was held on Saturday, May 11, 1996, and the entire event was sold out with 50 participants. Staff plans on making this an annual event. Due to the early fire season the Fire Department has postponed the Public Safety Expo which was scheduled for May 18, 1996, to sometime in November. 1996. Commissioner Miller asked if there was a reason for the spring swim lesson classes selling out so fast. such as a shortage of classes or facilities. Julie Pelletier explained that this was the first year the City of Temecula has offered a spring session aquatics program. She stated that the City will look at offering more classes next spring knowing there is a demand. Commissioner Henz stated that he would like the Commission to be involved in the Public Safety Expo planned for the fall of 1996. Commissioner Comerchero asked what the proposed fees are for the new skateboard park. Shawn Nelson explained the fees will be $2.00 for residents and $5.00 for non-residents. There will be two sessions during the week and three sessions during the weekend. He added that by charging a fee, it allows the City to have paid staff on site to manage the skateboard park. Development Services Administrator Phyllis Ruse reported the following: The final walk through for tne Sports Park Improvement Project is scheduled for May 14, 1996. The skate park facility has generated a lot of interest from other cities. Sam Hicks Monument Park renovations are underway. Staff anticipates completion of construction by early November, 1996. Completion of the Parkview Fire Station is anticipated for December, 1996. A construction contract was awarded last month for the Sports Park Creek Restoration Project. The first submittal of plan check for Margarita Community Park is being reviewed. Temecula Duck Pond first phase improvements are near completion. Staff anticipates removing the fencing at the end of May, 1996. A ribbon cutting R\MINUTES\051396.CSC 2 June 4,1996 . . COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MAY 13, 1996 ceremony is planned for June, 1996. An award of contract to the Alhambra Group for ADA upgrades will go forward to the City Council on May 14, 1996. The City opened escrow today on the Winchester Creek Park property. The first project design committee meeting is scheduled for May 28, 1996, Commissioner Nimeshein asked staff'if they are concerned about the museum construction beginning after completion of the City's improvements to Sam Hicks Monument Park. Phyllis explained that the contractor for the museum will be required to place construction fencing around the project and use Moreno Road as their access to the construction site. Phyllis added that staff is trying to place the utilities for the museum site now, so the park won't be damaged at a later date in order for the contractor to run the utilities to the museum. Chairman Comerchero asked if the Temecula Roller Hockey Rink will only be open and available to City of Temecula residents. Director Nelson said the Temecula Roller Hockey Rink will be available to the various leagues and programs based on the requirements of the park use ordinance. Director Nelson said the needs of the community are the first priority_ Maintenance Superintendent Bruce Hartley reported the following: The sign has been installed at the Temecula Duck Pond and the construction fencing will be removed down at the end of the month. The fountain and aerators are on order and staff is waiting for the electrical hook-up. Butterfield Stage Park dedication ceremony was held in April, 1996. A plaque was installed by staff at Voorburg Park in advance of the dedication ceremony by the Sister Cities organization. Sister Cities al~o planted a tree at the park site. Staff continues to work on field renovations at Temecula Middle School and the Sports Park. Rotary Park is near completion. The sign is under construction. Anticipate the dedication ceremony will be scheduled for mid June. Commissioner Henz reported that the irrigation on the Rancho California Road medians appears to be over watering. Bruce said he would investigate the problem. R:\MINUfES\051396.CSC June 4,1996 . . COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MAY 13, 1996 Commissioner Miller expressed concern that Rancho California Sports Park fields 1, 3 and 5 are being over watered. Superintendent Hartley explained that this same problem comes up year after year and it is the result of several of the fields draining into one area. He advised the Commission the Creek Restoration project will add drainage to four new locations at the park. COUNCIL BUSINESS 1. Aooroval of Minutes Commissioner Miller noted a error in the vote count on the motions. Commissioner Miller said that page 6, under Commissioner's Report, second paragraph should read "...reported last month that Brian Amos, a,s a part of his Eagle Scout project, cleaned the Louis Wolff grave site." It was moved by Commissioner Edwards, seconded by Commissioner Henz to approve the minutes of the April 8, 1996 Community Services Commission meeting as amended. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Edwards, Henz, Miller, Nimeshein, Comerchero NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: o COMMISSIONERS: None 2. Caoitallmorovement Program FY1997 - 2001 Community Services Director Shawn Nelson outlined the five year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 1997 - 2001. Commissioner Henz asked if funds were available to improve the bike paths throughout the City. Director Nelson said some funds have been set aside, in the five year plan, for future development of the bike paths. Commissioner Miller asked if the Sports Park Improvement projects noted in the CIP plan are the projects the department is currently working on. Director Nelson answered yes. R:\MINUTES\051396.CSC 4 June 4, 1996 . . COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MAY 13, 1996 It was moved by Commissioner Henz, seconded by Commissioner Miller to approve the Capital Improvement Program for FY 1996-97. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Edwards, Henz, Miller, Nimeshein, Comerchero NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: o COMMISSIONERS: None 3. Aoooint Soorts Council Reoresentative It was moved by Commissioner Nimeshein, seconded by Commissioner Miller to appoint Commissioner Thomas Edwards as the Sports Council Representative. The motion carried as follows: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Edwards, Henz, Miller, Nimeshein, Comerchero NOES: o COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: o COMMISSIONERS: None 4. Communitv Services Conference Review Director Nelson discussed some of the highlights of the conference and thanked the Commissioners who attended the conference. The Commissioners expressed their gratitude for being able to attend the conference. COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR'S REPORT Director Nelson advised that next month staff will present the proposed TCSD rates and charges for FY1996-97. Director Nelson advised of the upcoming park dedication ceremonies: Temecula Duck Pond Ribbon Cutting Rotary Park Dedication Ceremony Skate Park Dedication Ceremony 6th Street Project Ground Breaking Ceremony Director Nelson advised the Commissioners that term limits are no longer in effect for Commissioners. He also clarified that Commissioners will receive a monthly fee for serving R:\MINU1ES\051396.CSC 5 JlUle 4, 1996 . . COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MAY 13, 1996 as a Commissioner. regardless if they were absent from a meeting. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Henz commended staff on the lowering of rates and charges to the citizens of Temecula. Commissioner Henz asked for a schedule of upcoming ribbon cutting and dedication ceremonies planned by the Community Services Department. Commissioner Nimeshein also commended staff on the lowering of the rates and charges. Commissi.oner Nimeshein distributed an article regarding smoking ordinances. Commissioner Miller expressed concern that individuals are choosing not to walk to the restrooms during little league games, rather they are walking down into the creek area to relieve themselves. Maintenance Superintendent Bruce Hartley suggested this matter should be discussed with the Sports League. Deputy Director Herman Parker stated he would contact the Sports Council and bring the matter to their attention as well. Chairman Comerchero also complemented staff on the lowering of the rates and charges. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Henz to adjourn at 8:50 P.M. The motion was unanimously carried. The next regular meeting of the City of Temecula Community Services Commission will be held on Monday, June 10, 1996,7:00 P.M., Temecula City Hall Main Conference Room, 43174 Business Park Drive. Temecula, California. -if?D~ Secretary R:\11INUTES\051396.CSC 6 June 4, 1996