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HomeMy WebLinkAbout121304 CSC Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION DECEMBER 13, 2004 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Community Services Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m., on Monday, December 13, 2004, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Hogan led the audience in the Flag salute. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Edwards, Fox, Henz, Hogan, and Chairwoman Meyler. Absent: None. PRESENTATIONS Chairman Meyler presented Assistant Engineer Jon Salazar and Principal Engineer Amer Attar an award of recognition for their support and commitment of the completion of the Veteran's Memorial, Letters Home project. An award of appreciation was also presented to maintenance Superintendent Harrington for his work on the Veteran's Memorial and Nakayama Garden project. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. DIVISION REPORTS Maintenance Services Administrator McCarthy provided a brief overview of items addressed since the last Community Services Commission meeting, highlighting the following: . That the scope of services and fees are currently being negotiated with an architectural firm for the Temecula Community Center (TCC) expansion . That the construction for the Sports Complex will begin Tuesday, December 14, 2004 . That the Community Park at Harveston has been over seeded and has begun to germinate, noting that the park will be opening in January 2005 R: CSC/minutes/121304 Maintenance Superintendent Harrington presented a brief overview of items addressed by the Maintenance Division since the last Community Services Commission meeting, highlighting the following: . That the Veteran's Memorial and Nakayama Garden projects were completed on time and both dedications were a success . That a new refrigerator was installed at the Community Recreation Center (CRC) . That the hallways and meeting rooms were painted at the Community Recreation Center (CRC) . That a more efficient and environmentally friendly pool heater was installed at the Community Recreation Center (CRC) swimming pool . That the Maintenance Division assisted in the set-up and coordination of the Public Safety Expo and K-9 Trials . That the winter renovation program has begun at Ronald Reagan Sports Park, Margarita Community Park, Kent Hintergardt Memorial Park, and Pala Community Park . The damaged tennis courts lights were repaired at Pala Community Park . That holiday lights were installed on the trees at the Duck Pond and Sam Hicks Monument Park. Recreation Superintendent Pelletier presented a brief overview of items addressed since the last meeting, noting the following: . That the Breakfast with Santa event was expanded to the CRC and TCC due to high number of registration and that over 725 breakfast's were served; and that kids of all ages were able to decorate sugar cookies, make Christmas tree ornaments and candy- cane reindeer . That approximately 300 guests attended the Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Temecula Duck Pond . That 20,000 guests attended the Annual Holiday Parade . That awards for the Holiday Lights and Festive Sights as well as winners of the Holiday Parade will be awarded at the Tuesday, December 14, 2004, City Council meeting . That the Guide to Leisure Activates for WinterlSpring will be mailed soon . That the Holiday Parade will be televised on Saturday, December 18, at 7:00 pm, Wednesday, December 22 at 8:00 pm, and Saturday, December 25, at 10:00 am. For Commissioner Hogan, Mr. Parker relayed that he will ensure that additional publicity is implemented for the holiday lights contest in December 2005. R: CSC/minutes121304 2 Mr. Parker introduced the newly hired Theater Manager, Bruce Beers. Mr. Beers thanked the Community Services Commission and relayed his excitement for the opportunity to manage the Old Town Temecula Community Theater. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Commission Minutes RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 That the Community Services Commission approve the minutes of the October 11, 2004 Community Services Commission meeting. MOTION: Commissioner Edwards moved to approve the Consent Calendar. Commissioner Henz seconded the motion and voice vote reflected aooroval with the exception of Chairman Mevler who absent. COMMISSION BUSINESS 2. Theater Construction RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 That the Community Services Commission receive and file this report regarding the construction of the Old Town Temecula Community Theater. Senior Engineer David McBride provided a brief report regarding the Old Town Temecula Community Theater: . That the Theater will be able to accommodate 300 plus seats . That the Theater will include the following features: o a balcony o an orchestra pit o a scene shop o dressing rooms o full shower facilities o a cat-walk o a loading deck o offices o a control room o and a dance studio . That attached to the Theater will be a multi-purpose room which can be used as one classroom or could be subdivided into two rooms by a partition . That the expected date of completion would be the summer of 2005. At this time, Mr. McBride distributed a handout of the design elements. R: CSC/minutes121304 3 The Community Services Commission expressed excitement with the progress of the construction of the Old Town Temecula Community Theater. DIRECTOR'S REPORT Mr. Parker wished the Community Services Commission and staff a Happy Holiday Season. Mr. Parker also noted that the City of Temecula's Children Museum has won the THEA award which will be given out in February 2005. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioner Edwards thanked staff for a phenomenal year. Chairman Meyler thanked Senior Recreation Coordinator Gilliland for her outstanding job on the Holiday Parade. ADJOURNMENT At 6:45 p.m., Chairwoman Meyler adjourned this meeting to the next regular scheduled meeting on Monday, January 10, 2005, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. ~tA,'M L jim Meyler, Chairma;i Herman D. Parker, Director of Community Services R: CSClminutes121304 4