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HomeMy WebLinkAbout032602 TCSD Minutes MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT MARCH 26, 2002 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Community Services District was called to order at 7:38 P.M., at the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. President Stone presiding. ROLL CALL PRESENT: 5 DIRECTORS: ABSENT: 0 DIRECTORS: Comerchero, Naggar, Pratt, Roberts, Stone None Aisc present were General Manager Nelson, City Attorney Thorson, and City Clerk Jones. PUBLIC COMMENTS No comments. CONSENT CALENDAR 1 Food and Snack Aqreement RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Approve a non-exclusive agreement between the City of Temecula Community Services Department and Eric Thompson and Wendy Saueeda of Barbie's Hot Dogs, etc. to provide food and snack services at City parks, facilities, and special events. 2 Rancho California Sports Park Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Capital Improvement Proiect RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Approve a transfer of the remaining Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds in the School Site ADA Project to the Rancho California Sports Park ADA Access Project. MOTION: Director Comerchero moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 and 2. The motion was seconded by Director Naggar and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. DISTRICT BUSINESS 3 Vail Ranch Park Site C Master Plan RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 Approve the Vail Ranch Park Site C Master Plan, Minutes.csd~032602 1 Deputy Director of Community Services Ruse presented the staff report (as per agenda materials) and introduced Mr. Doug Grove, landscape architect for this project, who, by way of PowerPoint, highlighted the proposed improvements, noting that no restrooms have been proposed. For Director Naggar, Community Services Director Parker advised that restrooms are usually considered for four- to five-acre parks but noted that if the need for restrooms were to arise, it could be explored. Ms. Charlotte Fox, 32800 Hupa Drive, relayed her support of the improvements and suggested that consideration be given to the thousand year history when naming this park. MOTION: Director Naggar moved to approve the staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by Director Roberts and voice vote reflected unanimous approval. 4 Children's Museum Conceptual Master Plan RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 Approve the Conceptual Master Plan in its substantial form for the Imagination Workshop - Temecula Children's Museum; 4.2 Approve an appropriation of $781,000 from the General Fund Reserves to the Children's Museum - Project Account No. 210-190-165-5804; 4.3 Approve Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with Sparks Exhibits and Environments for exhibit construction in the amount ol $630,000 and a 10% contingency in the amount of $63,000; 4.4 Authorize the formal public bid for tenant improvements for the Children's Museum. Community Services Director Parker reviewed the staff report (of record) and introduced Mr. Steve Anderson of Sparks Exhibits and Environments and Mr. John Kasperowics of the JK Group. Mr. Anderson thanked the City Council for having the opportunity to present this project and as well introduced Mr. Kasperowics who, by way of PowerPoint, proceeded with an overview of the floor plan of the Children's Museum. In response to Director Pratt, Mr. Anderson noted that the museum will have the capability of displaying historical items. Advising that a museum survey had been completed two years ago, Community Services Director Parker, for Director Naggar, indicated that a tremendous interest with regard to this project was expressed by the fifth graders particularly with regard to science; commented on the need for a facility of this type in the Inland Empire area; and noted that the cost would be offset by the gift shop and entry fee; and stated that the museum was designed for participants ranging in the ages from 1 to 14. Director Pratt commented on the attraction this project would provide to Old Town. Minutes.cs~032602 2 Viewing this project as another enhancement of this City's quality of life, Ms. Martha Minkler, P.O. Box 954, representing the Arts Council of Temecula Valley, relayed her support of this project. As publisher of the Neighbors Newspaper and as a mother, Ms. Annette Brown, 31958 Calle Espinosa, as well spoke in support of this family-oriented project. Ms. Terry Blanton, 32060 Merlot Crest, representing the Temecula Valley Women's Club, relayed the Club's support of this project and, therefore, announced that the Club will be making a $10,000 donation toward this project. Noting that the proposed museum would provide additional amenities to Old Town and as well expand the City's cultural opportunities, Mr. Chuck Washington, 31205 Kahwea Road, Board Member of the Theater Foundation, relayed his support of this project, City Clerk Jones advised that a letter had been received from Ms. Rebecca Weersing, relaying her support of the project. Although suggesting that the entry fee be waived for the Temecula Unified School District, Director Naggar expressed his support of this project and offered the following motion: MOTION: Director Naggar moved to approve the staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by Director Comerchero. (Voice vote reflected unanimous approval; see below.) Acknowledging his wife, Pat Comerchero, for having the vision for a facility such as this, Director Comerchero commended Mr. Steve Anderson on a job well done, noting that he greatly assisted in conquering the biggest challenge -- to create a balance between a ~earning environment and a play environment. In closing, Mr. Comerchero thanked his fellow Council colleagues for their support of this project. Although he relayed his support of this project, President Stone noted that due to a potential property inheritance in Old Town, he will be abstaining with regard to this issue. Mr. Stone complimented Director Comerchero on his vision and the City Council/District for supporting such a vision. At this time, voice vote, on the previously made motion, reflected approval with the exception of President Stone who abstained. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES REPORT Community Services Director Parker invited the community to attend the upcoming Spring Egg Hunts on Saturday, March 30, 2002, at 10:00 A.M., at Rancho California Sports Park, Paloma del Sol Park, and Temeku Hills Park. GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORT Noting that it was several years ago when he was the Community Services Director for the City, now General Manager Nelson shared his remembrance of the first time Director Comerchero presented the idea of a Children's Museum. Minutes,csd~032602 3 BOARD OF DIRECTORS'REPORTS No comments. ADJOURNMENT At 8:15 P.M., the Temecula Community Services District meeting was formally adjourned to Tuesday, April 9, 2002, at 7:00 P.M., City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ATTEST: __"~*~Jeffrey E. Stone, President S_.u. sa_n.W. Jgfles, CMC I [SEAL] Minutes.cs~032602 4