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HomeMy WebLinkAbout021305 CSC Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION FEBRUARY 13, 2006 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Community Services Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m., on Monday, February 13, 2006, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Henz led the audience in the flag salute. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners: Fox, Meyler, Henz, Hogan, and Chairman Edwards. Absent: None. PRESENTATIONS: Honoring Ms. Janet Kitchel for her outstanding efforts with regard to Development Services, Chairman Edwards presented Ms. Kitchel with a plaque of recognition. Thanking Chairman Edwards and staff, Ms. Kitchel noted that it has been a pleasure for her to work in the Community Services Department. PUBLIC COMMENTS: No additional comments. DIVISION REPORTS Maintenance Superintendent Harrington provided a brief overview of items that were addressed by the Maintenance Division since the last Community Services Commission meeting, noting the following: · That the Maintenance Division has completed the installation of the handrails and upgraded the stairway step lighting at the Temecula Community Theater auditorium . That light was installed at the Mary Phillips Senior Center and the Temecula Community Center flagpoles · That a security light was upgraded at the back of the Temecula Community Center · That plant materials were installed throughout many roadway median islands in the Redhawk and Vail Ranch Developments R: CSC/minutes/021306 · That a failing wrought-iron fence adjacent to the flood control channel was replaced at the Vail Ranch Development · That the walk-way lights were repaired at Vail Ranch Park and Redhawk Park site E and Harveston Lake Park · That the first phase of the Wolf Creek Linear Park was accepted on February 1, 2006. Recreation Superintendent Pelletier provided the Community Services Commission with a brief staff report, noting the following: · That morning lap swim was extended to 5:30 a.m. rather than 6:00 a.m. and has been well received by the public · That on Friday, February 10, 2006, a Family Astronomy Night was held, and was a well received · That the FIT program will begin on March 13, 2006, and will be held at the Ronald Reagan Sports Park as well as Harveston Community Park from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Friday · That more information regarding the annual volunteer recognition event will be provided at the March 13, 2006, Community Services meeting. Cultural Arts Administrator Betz provided a brief summary of activities in the Cultural Arts Division, noting the following: · That auditions for the Frog Prince will be held on Monday, February 13, 2006, and will be produced by Missoula Children's Theatre · That Mr. Bill Strong was hired as the new Technical Coordinator for the Old Town Temecula Community Theater · That the Antique Radio - The Roger Sannipoli Collection at the History Museum received positive feedback from visitors . That Leverne Parker - History Regional Paintings, will be held at the History Museum opening March 11 through April 30, 2006 · That the Children's Museum has been running at full capacity. In response to Commissioner Meyler's question, Mr. Betz noted that the Missoula Children's Theatre travels throughout the United States to provide special programs with kids from local communities. Development Services Administrator McCarthy provided the following report: · That the YMCA has submitted its development plans to the City for review process, advising that its new facility will be located in Margarita Park R: CSClminutes021306 2 . That construction will begin on the six-acre neighborhood park. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes 1.1 That the Community Services Commission approve the minutes of the January 9, 2006 meeting. MOTION: Commissioner Henz moved to approve the Consent Calendar. Commissioner Meyler seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous aooroval. COMMISSION BUSINESS 2. Library Uodate 2.1 That the Community Services Commission receive and file a report on the progress on the Temecula Public Library Project. Deputy Director Ruse provided the Commission with a brief update of the Temecula Library Project, noting the following: . That construction is progressing well and on schedule . That the foundation/slab and the structural steel have been erected beyond the center point of the building . That the remaining foundation and steel will be poured in the near future . That the curb and plantings have been installed in the parking lot, advising that it would be anticipated to pour the asphalt within the next couple of weeks . That the bids for the Pauba Road improvements (separate project) were opened on January 9, 2006, and that a contract has been awarded and construction would be anticipated to begin within the next 30 to 45 days . That LLSI has begun the purchasing and processing of the opening day collections, and selecting collections will be moved from the existing branch to supplement the new opening day collection; and that RFID tags for radio frequency identification will be included in the process . That the Information Systems Department continues to work on all other technology that will go into the library · That staff has been working with the County, LLSI and architects LPA, to begin the final selection of furnishings for the library · That it would be anticipated to have the construction in the early fall of 2006 with an opening shortly thereafter. R: cSc/minutes021306 3 For Commissioner Hogan, Ms. Ruse noted that those wishing to donate to the library would need to go through the Friends of the Library. Commissioner Henz gave kudos to Deputy Director of Community Services Ruse and staff for their efforts with regard to the new library. It was the consensus of the Community Services Commission to receive and file this report. 3. Patricia H. Birdsall Soorts Park Uodate 3.1 That the Community Services Commission receive and file an update on Patricia H. Birdsall Sports Park. Via overheads, Development Services Administrator Me Carthy provided a brief up date on the Patricia H. Birdsall Sport Park. For Commissioner Henz, Development Services Administrator Mc Carthy relayed that 450 parking spaces will be provided for the Sports Park. It was the consensus of the Community Services Commission to receive and file this report. 4. DOQ Park Project Uodate 4.1 That the Community Services Commission receive and file a report on the sub- committee's findings on the Dog Park Project. Via overhead, Director of Community Services Parker provided a brief update on the sub- committee's findings on the Dog Park Project. At this time, the public hearing was opened. Mr. Nick Shistople, Temecula, relayed his support for the proposed project, but expressed his desire for a larger dog park. At this time, the public hearing was opened. For the Commission, Director of Community Services Parker noted that staff could explore the possibility of expanding the proposed dog park. Chairman Edwards noted that Long Canyon Creek Park would have a long and linear space and would make a good candidate for a dog park. MOTION: Commissioner Hogan moved to approve the proposed dog park as presented. Commissioner Henz seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous aooroval. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS No reports at this time. Mr. Parker distributed a departmental report to the Commission. R: CSC/minutes021306 4 For Commissioner Fox, Mr. Parker noted that the Roripaugh and Johnson Ranch Open Space Agreement would be a working document at this time, but that at the completion, a copy will be forwarded to her. In response to Commissioner Hogan's query regarding Murrieta Creek, Director of Community Services Parker stated that the the Public Works Department has taken the lead on the creek project, but would be of the opinion that the project will be underway some time in the near future. COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS For Commissioner Henz, Ms. Carthy noted that the contract for the Redhawk Park upgrades would be nearing completion and will be moving forward. Commissioner Henz expressed concern with CC&R's new guidelines with regard to Household Hazardous Wastes, and requested that the issue of Household Hazardous Wastes be agendized for discussion. Understanding Commissioner Henz's concern, Director of Community Services Parker stated that he will agendize the issue for discussion. ADJOURNMENT At 7:00 p.m., Chairman Edwards adjourned this meeting to the next regular scheduled meeting on Monday, March 13, 2006, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, and Temecula. c~~ Herman D. Parker, Director of Community Services R: CSC/minutes021306 5