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HomeMy WebLinkAbout021003 CSC Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION FEBRUARY 10, 2003 CALL TO ORDER The City of T emecula Community Services Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m., on Monday, February 10, 2003, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ALLEGIANCE The audience was led in the Flag salute by Commissioner Meyler. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Henz, Meyler, Yorke, and Chairman Edwards Absent: Vice Chairman Hogan Also Present: Director of Community Services Parker Director of Finance Roberts Development Services Administrator McCarthy Recreation Superintendent Pelletier Maintenance Superintendent Harrington Recreation Services Manager Olsen Recreation Supervisor Adkisson Assistant Finance Director Jester Senior Accountant Brown Administrative Secretary Zigler Minute Clerk Ross SPECIAL PRESENTATION TO DIRECTOR OF FINANCE - GENIE ROBERTS Director of Community Services Parker presented a plaque of recognition to Director of Finance Roberts for her many years of dedicated and noteworthy service to the citizens of Temecula. PUBLIC COMMENTS John Stillman, 1536 South State, Hemet, offered to donate his services as well as equipment to build a model train exhibit in the new Temecula Children's Museum. Mr. Stillman advised that he was involved in creating the hands-on exhibit at the museum in La Habra, California; and that the Temecula Children's Museum would be the only one in the area without such an exhibit. Director of Community Services Parker advised that he would contact Mr. Stillman. Chairman Edwards commented that there was the issue of space to be considered as well as the possibility of other locations for such an exhibit such as the Senior Center or the Boys and Girls Club, and thanked Mr. Stillman for his offer. DIVISION REPORTS Maintenance Superintendent Harrinaton provided a brief overview of various proiects that were completed bv the Maintenance Division since the Commission last met. relavina the followina: · Rebuilt and reinstalled the water fountain at the Temecula Duck Pond. . Installed new water heaters at Paloma del Sol Park snack-bar building and the north/south snack-bar building. . Painted the interior of Winchester Creek Park restroom due to some heavy graffiti. . Resurfaced the basketball courts at Winchester Creek Park. · Painted the doors and touched up the building exteriors at Temeku Hills Park, Rancho California Sports Park and Paloma del Sol Park. . Repaired the parking lot lighting system at several parks including Winchester Creek Park, Rancho California Sports Park, Pala Community Park, and Paloma del Sol Park. . Repaired the Old Town sound system. · Repaired and replaced all of the GFI outlets in the Old Town area. · Preparing for the Temecula Town Association Rod Run Event to be held this weekend in Old Town. R: CSC/minutes/021003 2 Referring to a recent Press Enterorise article entitled, "U.S. Warns of Risk in Treated Play Equipment," Commissioner Meyler asked Maintenance Superintendent Harrington if the City has any arsenic-treated wood playground equipment. Maintenance Superintendent Harrington advised that all the City's playground equipment is constructed of aluminum or steel. In response to Chairman Edward's inquiry, Maintenance Superintendent Harrington stated that vandalism wasn't a recurring problem at Winchester Park; that the routine maintenance was just sped up a little in response to the vandalism. Development Services Administrator McCarthy provided a brief overview of the various proiects in process, as follows: . That the Conceptual Master Plan for the 43-Acre Sports Park was approved by the Board of Directors on January 14, 2003. . That the contract for the repair of the wall in the Children's Museum was awarded on January 18, 2003, and the repair work will begin in the next few weeks. An update on the project will be presented at next month's Community Services Commission meeting. Recreation Superintendent Pelletier provided an update on the recreational activities in the City, notina the followina: . That the Department is busy enrolling citizens in classes that were recently publicized in the latest Leisure Activities Brochure. . That, currently, preparations for the March 5, 2003, Annual Volunteer Recognition Event, "Mardi Gras," are underway with invitations being mailed out tomorrow. . That the very popular "Father/Daughter Date Night" is scheduled for Saturday, February 22, 2003, and currently includes 115 participants. . That preparations for the Annual 4th of July Celebration are already underway. Director of Community Services Parker introduced the City's new Recreation Services Manager, Kristen Olsen, and advised that Kristen would be assisting Recreation Superintendent Pelletier. Recreation Services Manager Olsen commented that she is pleased to be part of such a wonderful team and is looking forward to the new challenges. R: CSC/minulesl021003 3 On behalf of the Commission, Chairman Edwards welcomed Recreation Services Manager Olsen to the City of Temecula. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approval of Communitv Services Commission Minutes RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 That the Community Services Commission approve the minutes of the January 13, 2002, meeting. MOTION: Commissioner Henz moved to approve the minutes, as written. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Meyler, and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. COMMISSION BUSINESS 2. Overview of the Impact of the Governor's Proposed State Budaet Reductions to the City of Temecula RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 That the Community Services Commission receive and file this report presented by the Director of Finance Genie Roberts. Director of Community Services Parker introduced Director of Finance Roberts and advised, that at the request of Commissioner Meyler, she would present an overview of the impact of the Governor's proposed State budget reductions to the City of Temecula, highlighting the following via the use of overheads: . That the most significant proposed impact could be the vehicle license backfill. In 1998, the vehicle license fees were reduced by two-thirds; and the State decided to backfill from the general fund so that cities would remain whole. The backfill amount to the City of Temecula is approximately $2,000,000. If the State reduces the backfill and does not increase vehicle license fees to the average citizen, the City would be impacted in the amount of $2,000,000. A $1,000,000 impact to the City would result if the State initiates the backfill for this fiscal year in the mid- year report. . The City receives approximately $100,000 annually in booking fee reimbursements. If those fees were cut next year, there would be a $100,000 impact to the City. R: CSC/minules/021003 4 . That the State is proposing that mandated costs, reimbursed by the State, be deferred to a future date. The City would submit a request for reimbursement for this fiscal year but would not receive reimbursement until some time in the future. . That the Redevelopment tax shift to the Education Revenue Augmentation Fund (ERAF) has impacted the City this year in the amount of $256,000, and that amount must be paid to the County of Riverside by May 1, 2003. . Referring to the overhead chart, the proposed figure shown for fiscal year (FY) 2003-04 is about 3.3 times this year's impact ($75 million) and is based on the State's need to shift $250 million to augment its schools. The State's proposal to shift these funds could be problematic due to the bonded indebtedness and commitment of funds by Redevelopment and State agencies. . That State discussions involving the taking of Redevelopment low- moderate housing funds that were uncommitted, unencumbered as of December 2002 is difficult to quantify, involves complicated legalities, and currently is an unknown factor. . In summary, developments are occurring on a weekly, if not, daily basis. Replying to Commissioner Henz's query regarding projected sales tax revenues, Director of Finance Roberts advised that sales tax estimates would be increased as well as a few other revenue line items in the mid-year report. In response to Commissioner Yorke's inquiry, Director of Finance Roberts confirmed that the City has $1,000,000 in undesignated funds. With no further discussion, the Community Services Commission received and filed the overview report of the impact of the Governor's proposed State budget reductions to the City of Temecula. 3. Senior Citizen Proarams RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 That the Community Services Commission receive and file this report regarding City-sponsored senior citizens programs offered at the Mary Phillips Senior Center. Recreation Superintendent Pelletier provided a brief overview of the activities and services provided at the Mary Phillips Senior Center and introduced R: CSC/minutes/021 003 5 Recreation Supervisor Adkisson who is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the senior center. Via overheads, Recreation Supervisor Adkisson highlighted the following senior center new activities and programs: · Steppina Out for Seniors a statewide special event held on May 17, 2003, introducing and encouraging seniors and their families to participate in the many programs offered to seniors, which include a health fair, senior walk, class demonstrations, prizes, funds and much more. . Pickina UP the Pieces - a bereavement class that helps seniors and their families cope with the loss of a loved one. · Grandparents Support Group - the Mary Phillips Senior Center staff networks with the Department of Social Services and provides Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Groups for Southwest Riverside County. . Buildina Better Bones - Pilates is a popular exercise program that focuses on improving flexibility on the body's core (the back, hips, thighs, and legs). The program was so well received that two additional Pilates classes have been added to enhance the participation levels. . The Senior Golden Years of Temecula - This very important part of the Mary Phillips Senior Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving and enriching the lives of local seniors. The Senior Golden Years of Temecula provides additional programs such as dances, excursions, and special events as well as much needed volunteer support that is instrumental in the overall success of the center. Director of Community Services Parker commented on the recently expanded, beautiful facility and thanked Recreation Supervisor Adkisson and her staff for doing such an excellent job. In response to Commissioner Henz's inquiry, Recreation Supervisor Adkisson advised that the Grandparents Support Group involves approximately 2 percent of grandparents in the area, and that the program is networked with other facilities in Temecula Valley. Responding to Commissioner Henz's query regarding increased participation, Recreation Supervisor Adkisson relayed that all the additional new rooms were being utilized with programs involving approximately 200 to 300 seniors, and that approximately 500 lunches were served per week. Commissioner Henz and Chairman Edwards commended staff for doing a tremendous job. R: CSC/minutesl021 003 6 . With no further discussion, the Community Services Commission received and filed the report regarding City-sponsored senior citizens programs at the Mary Phillips Senior Center. COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR'S REPORT Director of Community Services Parker advised that a full report on the progress of the Children's Museum would be presented at the next Community Services Commission meeting on March 10,2003. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION REPORT No additional comments were made. ADJOURNMENT At 6:59 p.m. Chairman Edwards formally adjourned this meeting to March 10. 2003, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. ,---'2(- rSl y~ Herman D. Parker, Director of Community Services R: CSC/minules/021003 7