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HomeMy WebLinkAbout030992 PRC Minutes . . MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA MARCH 9, 1992 I rDlf rJ 0 qet'?' \ A meeting of the Temecula Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chairperson Harker at Vail Elementary School, 29915 Mira Loma Drive, Temecula, California, 92592, at 7:00 p.m. Chairperson Harker turned the meeting over to Vice Chairperson Walker. Vice Chairperson Walker led in the flag salute. PRESENT: 3 COMMISSIONERS: Harker, Hillin, Walker ABSENT: 2 COMMISSIONER: Kirby, Nimeshein It was noted that Commissioner Nimeshein was absent because he was participating in a Master Plan Sub Committee meeting at City Hall. Also present were Community Services Director Shawn Nelson; Development Services Administrator Gary King, Recreation Superintendent Herman Parker, and Administrative Secretary Kathleen Cassiere. PUBLIC COMMENTS Vincent DiDonato, 29780 Avenida Cima Del Sol, Temecula, (714) 676-0226, of the Alhambra Group, stated his concern that the process of tree dedication should be outlined by the City. He suggested staff develop a list of trees that are acceptable for donation, and that the design of parks correlate with the placement of trees. Mr. Nelson stated that the City is currently replacing dead trees with donated trees at this time on an interim basis, until the parks are designed. DIVISION REPORTS A division report was given by Recreation Superintendent Herman Parker regarding the Adult Basketball League; the upcoming St. Patrick's Day Craft Class; the successful scheduling of fields for Little League from January through June; the Magic Mountain "Teen Days" excursion; and, the Grand Opening ceremonies at the Teen Center, March 20, at 4:30 p.m. A division report was given by Development Services Coordinator Gary L. King regarding the measuring of the slopes, streetscape, medians, etc.; Initial Bikeway project (70% complete); revising the dedication process of parks and slopes (90% complete); request for proposal for the senior center; request for qualifications for the Park Site on Pala Road; and status of the Restroom/Snack Bar completion. A division reports was given by Director Shawn Nelson regarding the improvement of the parks, slopes, and medians within the City. Mr. Nelson stated that the additional rains coupled with the efforts from California Landscape have created this improvement. PRMIN03/09/92 -,- 04/02/92 . . COMMISSION BUSINESS 1. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 10. 1992 1.1 Recommendation to approve minutes of February 9, 1992 meeting, as submitted. COMMISSIONER IDLLIN moved to approve the minutes of February 9, 1992, as submitted, seconded by CHAIRPERSON HARKER. AYES: 3 COMM1SSIONERS: Harker, Hillin, Walker ABSENT: 2 COMMISSIONER: Kirby, Nimeshein 2. TEEN RECREATION CENTER 2.1 Status report will be given on the Teen Recreation Center. MR. NELSON provided a staff report regarding the status of the Teen Recreation Center. He updated the Commission on the tenant improvements in progress at the Center. He stated that the furniture and equipment has been ordered and the Grand Opening is scheduled for March 20th, at 4:30 p.m. Invitations for the Ceremony have been mailed. He also stated that a dance is planned for the same evening for the middle and high school students. He further stated that a Magic Mountain trip is scheduled for March 27 for the Teens, and tickets have been sold to fill the two buses chartered for this event. 3. SENIOR CENTER 3.1 Status report will be presented on the Senior Center Project. MR. NELSON provided a staff report. He stated there have been two Project Committee Meetings for the Senior Center Project, and a consensus has been reached on the floor plan of the facility. He stated that staff is in the process of finalizing the agreement with the architect to develop construction documents for the public bid process. He further stated that staff's goal is to have the facility renovated by September 1, 1992. 4. COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER PROJECT 4.1 Discuss the status of the planning stages of the Community Recreation Center (CRC) Project. MR. NELSON provided a staff report. He stated there have been two Project Committee Meetings for the CRC Project, and discussed the findings of those meetings. He further reported that the final approval by the City Council of the Design Phase is scheduled for May 26, 1992. PRMJN03/09J92 -2- 04/02/92 ...... . . CHAIRPERSON HARKER asked if the CRC could be called the "Sports Park Complex" since it encompasses more than the building. MR. NELSON stated that the naming of the facility and how it relates to the overall Sports Park will be finalized towards the end of construction pursuant to the naming policy. 5. PAWMA DEL SOL DEVELOPMENT 5.1 Discuss the approved agreement concerning the Paloma Del Sol Development. MR. NELSON provided a staff report on the current "Memorandum of Understanding" approved by City Council between the City of Temecula and Bedford Properties. MR. NELSON focused his report on the issue regarding the improvement of parks and the dedication of park land that would eventually be dedicated to the City for maintenance as well as for the benefit of the public. COMMISSIONER HILLIN asked who determined what would go where in these parcels, and if some areas could be changed or have yet to be developed. He further asked who is responsible for the development of the park areas, and what fund it would come from. MR. NELSON replied that this project was approved by the County of Riverside. Therefore, the layout of the parks was already approved by the County. He further stated that the 13.84 acre park and the 5.9 acre park are near completion. However, the 7.74 acre park has not been designed and would be brought to the Parks and Recreation Commission for review and consideration. MR. NELSON further stated that the construction costs of the development of the parks is the responsibility of Bedford Properties and have to be developed pursuant to City standards. 6. SPORTS PARK RESTROOM/SNACK BAR PROJECT 6.1 Discuss the status of developing the snack bar area of the Restroom/Snack Bar facility on the Rancho Vista fields at Sports Park. MR. NELSON provided a staff report concerning the status of improving the snack bar portion of the Restroom/Snack Bar facility. He stated that a water heater, sink and cabinetry would be installed in the snack bar by the City, and the Sports Council would equip the facility with a refrigerator, microwave, ice machine, etc... He further stated that the CSD received $5,300.00 from the Over-The-Hill Football Committee that can be used for youth improvements. These fees will help fund the improvements and allow Little League the ability to prepare for their opening ceremonies on March 23. PRMlN03/09/92 .3- 04/02/92 . . . '. COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR'S REPORT o CPRS Conference (Sessions attended included Roller Hockey, Senior Citizen Programs, and Teen Programs) o Changing Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting to 6:00 p.m. from 7:00 p.m. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REPORTS o COMMISSIONER lllLLIN stated that there was an incident where the goals at Rancho California Sports Park disappeared. The goals were located at Temecula Elementary School. A Board member had discovered that an adult Soccer group had moved the goals to Temecula Elementary School without permission. He further stated that staff handled the matter very quickly. o CHAIRPERSON HARKER stated she would like it to be considered that the Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting be moved to the Main Conference Room at City Hall. o VICE CHAIRPERSON WALKER stated she would like to see some action taken on a process for the donation of trees to City park sites. ADIOURNMENT VICE CHAIRPERSON WALKER adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. The next meeting of the Temecula Parks and Recreation Commission wilJ be held on Monday, April 13, 1992, 7:00 p.m., at Vail Elementary School, 29915 Mira Loma Drive, Temecula. 1!f-au Commission Secretary, Shawn D. Nelson PRMIN03/09/92 .4. 04{02/92