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HomeMy WebLinkAbout031201 CSC Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MARCH 12, 2001 CALL TO ORDER The City of Temecula Community Services Commission convened in a regular meeting at 6:00 P.M., on Monday, January 10, 2001 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 Hogan. ROLLCALL Present: Commissioners Edwards, Henz, Hogan, Yorke, and Chairman Meyler. Absent: None. Also Present: Director of Community Services Parker, Deputy Director of Community Services Ruse, Recreation Superintendent Pelletier, Development Services Administrator McCarthy, Management Analyst Smith, Administrative Secretary Zigler, Minute Clerk Dettmers, and Minute Clerk Hansen. PRESENTATIONS Plaque of Reco.qn t on - TCSD Maintenance Division Staff - Mr. Jose Dia,- Chairman Meyler presented Mr. Jose Diaz from the Maintenance Division with a plaque in recognition of his great work for the City of Temecula. Accepting the award with gratitude, Mr. Diaz relayed that it was an honor to serve the City of Temecula. Plaque of Reco.qn t on - TCSD Maintenance Division Staff - Mr. Anthony Maltine, In light of Mr. Anthony Martinez' absence, staff relayed that the plaque of recognition would be forwarded to Mr. Martinez. PUBLIC COMMENTS No comments. DIVISION REPORTS Development Services Administrator McCarthy provided an overview of the projects i, process, noting the activity in the month of February, as follow~' Noted that the Senior Center plans have been resubmitted for review, relaying that unless major items need to be addressed, this project will go out for bid in the month of March. With respect to the Chaparral Pool Project, advised that these particular plans will be resubmitted this week for second review. Relayed that the Children's Museum Subcommittee toured the Discovery Museum and the Discovery Site Center in Orange County on February 20, 2001; and noted that the next Subcommittee meeting will be held on March 19, 2001 in order to discuss design concepts. Noted that the Water Park Feasibility Subcommittee met on March 7, 2001 to review the Preliminary Draft Report; relayed that the Final Draft Study would be prepared for review the first week in April, advising that this study would potentially be presented to the Commission in May. Advised that the next meeting for the Sports Complex Project will be a community workshop, which will most likely be held in April. With respect to the Paseo Del Sol area, noted that staff has reviewed plans for a 5- acre park, relaying that at the April 9, 2001 Community Services Commission meeting, recommendations for a park name will most likely be agendized for the Commission's consideration. For Commissioner Hogan, Development Services Administrator McCarthy clarified the difference in the museums that were visited by the Children's Museum Subcommittee, noting that one was primarily historical with a hands-on program for school children, and that the other was a larger facility with numerous exhibits. Director of Community Services Parker noted that one site was primarily history-oriented while the other facility was primarily science-oriented. Recreation Superintendent Pelletier provided an overview of the Recreation activities, a~; follows: Noted that the excursions denoted in the Recreation Brochure are continuing to sell out, relaying the success of this program. With respect to the Old Town Rod Run Event, relayed that Museum staff as well as members of the Museum Board provided entertainment and an exciting motorcycle exhibit during this event. Advised that the High Hopes Program continues to attract participants, noting that on February 23rd approximately 110 participants attended the Valentine's Dance; and relayed that each participant was provided the opportunity to have an individual or group photograph taken as a souvenir, advising the hope to utilize these R:CSC/minutes/031201 2 photographs in order to create a yearbook for each High Hope participant, enabling the young adults to reflect upon a year of good fun and great friendships. Noted that staff was in the process of preparing for the 4th of July festivities. Relayed that the aquatic staff is currently recruiting and training potential staff for the busy summer season. Noted that staff was continuing to work on the next Recreation Brochure, advising that the goal was to distribute the brochure in late May. With respect to the planned excursions program, Commissioner Yorke noted that she had registered to participate in the trip to the Tall Ship. in li,qht of the absence of Superintendent Harrin,qton, Parker provided a brief overview of various proiects that were completed by the Maintenance Division, as follows: Noted the diligent efforts which were expended during the installation of the ball field lights at the Rancho California Sports Park, advising that due to the rain, and the efforts to meet the Little League's Opening Ceremony schedule date, there had been minor turf damage when installing the lights which would be addressed at a future date; and relayed that the lighting contractor would go to the site to adjust the aiming of the lighting. Relayed that staff has been working on several Specific Plans that are in the process of turning over landscaped areas to the City, noting that the cut-off date for these areas to be in the City's Maintenance Program was March 1, 2001; and specified the Specific Plans being reviewed. For Chairman Meyler, Director of Community Services Parker relayed that the future Children's Museum site building had been vacated; and relayed that various concepts attained from the museum tour may be implemented into the Temecula Children's Museum. COMMISSION BUSINESR 1. Approval of Community Services Commission Minute.,:. RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 That the Community Services Commission approves the minutes of the December 1t, 2000 meeting. MOTION: Commissioner Henz moved to approve the minutes of December 11, 2000. The motion was seconded by Commission Edwards and voice vote reflected approval with the exception of Commissioners Hogan and Yorke who abstained. 1.2 That the Community Services Commission approves the minutes of the February 12, 2001 meeting. R:CSC/minutes/031201 3 Commissioner Yorke noted that on page 6 of the minutes at the beginning of the motion that the name Edwards should be added to indicate who made the motion. MOTION: Commissioner Yorke moved to approve the minutes, as amended. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Edwards and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. 2. Subcommittee Assi.qnment- RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 That the Community Services Commission reviews the Commission assignments to City Subcommittees and makes recommendations or modifications as desired. Director of Community Services Parker presented the staff report (of record), noting that this item had been agendized at the request of Chairman Meyler; relayed the various City Subcommittees and the Community Service Commissioners who served on each Subcommitee; and advised that Councilman Stone had requested that two Commissioners serve on the Sports Park Complex Subcommittee. In response to Chairman Meyler, Commissioner Edwards relayed his willingness to serve on the Sports Park Complex Subcommittee. For Commissioner Yorke, Chairman Meyler noted that the Sports Park Complex Subcommittee would be considering the 40-acre sports park encompassed in the Wolf Creek Project. Director of Community Services Parker noted that in April the first community workshop would be held regarding this project. Commissioner Yorke noted that she would be willing to serve on the Sports Park Complex Subcommittee, requesting information regarding the one meeting which has already been held. MOTION: Commissioner Henz moved to appoint Commissioners Edwards and Yorke to serve on the Sports Park Complex Subcommittee. The motion was seconded by Chairman Meyler and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. MOTION: Commissioner Henz moved to appoint Commissioner Hogan to serve on the Library Subcommittee. Commissioner Edwards seconded the motion and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. For Commissioner Hogan, Chairman Meyler relayed that she could attend the Trails Master Plan Subcommittee meetings, advising that staff could notify her of the meeting dates. 3. Aquatics Program Overview RECOMMENDATION: 3.t That the Community Services Commission receive and file a report on the aquatics program offered to the citizens of Temecula. R:CSC/minutes/031201 4 Recreation Superintendent Pelletier noted that the City of Temecula has been providing aquatic programs to the residents for the past ten years; and introduced Aquatic Manager, Ms. Gwen Thurston, who would apprise the Commission of the current programs. Via a slide presentation, Aquatic Manager Thurston provided an overview of the aquatic program, highlighting the facilities, the attendance of over 1350 children in last year's lean-to-swim program, the spring programs offered, the public swimming opportunities inclusive of Family Fun Nights, the contracted courses, the new classes offered in this year's program, and the mail-in registration program. For Commissioner Hogan, Aquatic Manger Thurston relayed that at this time waterpolo was not offered. Director of Community Services Parker noted that Chaparral High School would be offering waterpolo as part of their programming. In response to Commissioner Henz, Recreation Superintendent Pelletier relayed that .when the Chaparral Pool facility is complete this project would have a significant impact in the community, advising that the swimming demands continue to grow; and noted that the aquatic play area (with a zero depth) at the Chaparral facility would attract a specific group of residents. Director of Community Services Parker advised that based on the population in the City of Temecula, there were two additional swim facilities needed, providing additional information regarding the benefits of the upcoming Chaparral Pool facility; for Chairman Meyler, relayed that in the Wolf Creek Project there would be a 50- meter pool at the future high school site; noted that there was an additional proposed pool facility at a small park site included in the Vail Ranch area (which will be annexed into the City), advising that while this site would not be developed by the developer, this project would potentially be included in the CIP for construction at a future point; and for Commissioner Edwards, confirmed that this site was located off of Redhawk Parkway. For Commissioner Edwards, Recreation Superintendent Pelletier noted the efforts to ensure that residents have the opportunity to take the swim instruction class at the level needed, advising that at times due to the demands, various individuals would not have the opportunity to take the class at their desired time; noted the focus on maintaining adequate instructor/student ratios, relaying the benefits of having extremely qualified aquatic staff on board; for Commissioner Hogan, relayed that the swim classes were included in the Recreation Brochure, noting that additional flyers would be distributed at the schools, and that information would be provided via the media; advised that solely residents of Temecula would be able to register via mail, providing additional information regarding the mail-in registration process; and for Commissioner Henz, confirmed that the City of Temecula's residents pay a lesser fee for the swim lessons. COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR'S REPORT With respect to the Trails Master Plan Project, Director of Community Services Parker relayed that staff would notify the new representative regarding the next scheduled meeting, noting the progress of this Subcommittee. With respect to the Water Park Project, Director of Community Services Parker relayed that the preliminary draft plan for this project had been completed. R:CSC/minutes/031201 5 With respect to the Sports Park Complex Project, Director of Community Services Parker reiterated that a community workshop would be scheduled for April. Director of Community Services Parker noted that the Chaparral Pool Project was in the plan check stage. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Noting that he had attended the Water Park Subcommittee meeting, Commissioner Edwards relayed that there was much excitement regarding this project; and advised that there were discussions to include an Olympic-sized pool as part of this facility. Commissioner Henz noted his regrets at missing the February meetings, relaying that it was good to be back. Chairman Meyler apprised the Commission of the John Hunneman newspaper article entitled Temecula, It's the Real Thing. Director of Community Services Parker provided an overview of the article's concept origination, noting the potential City promotional program conducted in conjunction with advertisements for soft drink companies, which could bring additional revenue to the City of Temecula. Chairman Meyler updated the Commission with respect to the Historical Society's progress. For Commissioner Yorke, Director of Community Services Parker relayed additional information regarding the potential revenue generated from the soft drink advertisements. With respect to the Los Ranchitos area, Chairman Meyler noted the potential to convert a vacant lot in this area to a horse park. ADJOURNMENT At 6:36 P.M. Chairman Meyler formally adjourned this meeting to the next regular scheduled meeting on Monday, April 9, 200'1 at 6:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. Jarred. A. Meyler, Chairma[~ Herman D. Parker, Director of Community Services R:CSC/rnin utes/03 t201 6