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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRC Min 1992-01-22 /.' . . . SEAL BEACH RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION The Seal Beach Recreation and Parks Commission met in regular session on Wed., January 22, 1992 in the City Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman Thomas and the Pledge of Allegiance was given. ROLL CALL Present: Absent: Davies, Petersen, Thomas, Williams Finch APPROVAL OF MINUTES Petersen moved, Williams second, to approve the minutes of October 23, 1991 as written. The motion was passed, with Davies abstaining. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Osteen reported on the vandalism at College Park. Davies read a Memorandum regarding comments from Betty Cheevers, a Leisure World resident. Discussion followed regarding Gum Grove Park. Councilwoman Gwen Forsythe reported that Gum Grove Park was being watered and trash pickup was scheduled weekly. She also stated that Hellman was willing to donate money toward the refurbishment of the park. Commissioners directed Osteen to send a Memorandum to Bob Eagle regarding removal of the tree which has fallen over the park bench. Discussion was held regarding possible signs to make people aware of the park. Osteen suggested inexpensive metal signs not wooden because of the vandalism. Commissioners discussed the possibility of a Dog Run adjacent to the park. It was determined the area that looks like a trash dump at the City Yard, is a trash dump. Commissioners request that Councilwoman Forsythe ask the Gum Grove Park Committee to offer suggestions to the Commission regarding park improvements. It was moved, seconded and unanimously approved to table discussion until the Gum Grove Park Committee responds. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS A. Founders Day. Dorothy Whyte explained further the ideas she presented in her letter. Petersen questioned the source of revenue for this annual event. Whyte stated that sales and donations would be sufficient. Osteen expressed concern regarding City liability, the amount of staff hours involved, and the current hiring freeze. Whyte suggested soliciting the support of the Seal Beach Coordinating Council. Councilman Doane stated that the City has 19 Commissions, Boards, and Committees and he felt the Recreation & Parks Commission oould coordinate the event without establishing a new oommittee. Davies moved, Petersen second, to request additional information regarding City Council direotion. The motion was unanimoUSly approved. I ; . OLD BUSINESS A. Gummere Park Playground Equipment. Osteen reported the equipment was removed due to deteriorating condition and potential liability and that there is no Capital Project replacement money. There was no response from residents to the news release and no one from College Park East in the audience to give any input regarding thie subject. Petersen moved, Davies second, to table the discussion until more interest was submitted from the local residents. The motion was unanimously ,pproved. Petersen was excused at 8:30 p.m. Discussion followed regarding the pOSSible addition of playground equipment at Marina Park. Osteen reported that a new State law, in effect as of 1.1-92, requires any playground refurbishment to meet strict handicap standards, which would be extremely expensive. Sand can no longer be used. Heather Park equipment was replaced before the deadline and would have cost an additional $20,000 in order to meet the new standards. No Commission action was taken. B. Proposed Bixby Development. Osteen reported the draft EIR would be ready by mid-March, with _5-60 days for review. Public hearings will then be conducted. Five or six acres would be dedicated for park land. Discussion was held about the possibility of a Dog Run at this location. "Puppy Park". NEW BUSINESS There was no new business. . ADJOURNMENT Davies moved, second by Williams, to adjourn the meeting at 8:50 p.m. It was unanimously approved. ack Osteen, ecretary Recreation and Parks Commission .