Parks and Recreation Commission

CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2015 PARKS AND RECREATION EL DORADO PARK W. COMMUNITY CNTR COMMISSION MINUTES SENIOR CENTER LIBRARY 2800 N. STUDEBAKER ROAD, 9:00 AM Ron Antonette, President Julie Heggeness, Commissioner Ben Goldberg, Vice President Stacey Morrison, Commissioner Ron Sievers, Commissioner David Zanatta, Commissioner George Chapjian, Director Valerie Davis, Executive Assistant FINISHED AGENDA & DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL Commissioners Julie Heggeness, Stacey Morrison, Ron Sievers, Benjamin Alan Present: Goldberg and Ron Antonette Commissioners David Zanatta Absent: A motion was made by Vice President Goldberg and seconded by Commissioner Heggeness to excuse Commissioner Zanatta from the June 18, Parks & Recreation Commission. The motion passed. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 15-035PR Recommendation to approve the Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting minutes of May 21, 2015. A motion was made by Vice President Goldberg, seconded by Commissioner Heggeness, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Julie Heggeness, Stacey Morrison, Ron Sievers, Benjamin Alan Goldberg and Ron Antonette Absent: 1 - David Zanatta Page 1 of 10 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2015 PARKS AND RECREATION EL DORADO PARK W. COMMUNITY CNTR COMMISSION MINUTES SENIOR CENTER LIBRARY 2800 N. STUDEBAKER ROAD, 9:00 AM Presentation to May 2015 Employee of the Month Mark Januszka was recognized as Employee of the Month for the month of April 2015 for his life saving efforts of a patron at the 2015 Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach. Michelle Wilson recognized Kameron Talavera as employee of the month for May 2015. Kameron's positive attitude makes her successful in any job she is assigned. COMMISSION ACTION ITEMS 2. 15-036PR Recommendation to authorize the Director, or his or her management designee, to execute the Personal Services and Instruction Agreements and amend Attachment “A” of the agreements as needed. Gladys Kaiser provided the staff report. A motion was made by Vice President Goldberg, seconded by Commissioner Heggeness, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Julie Heggeness, Stacey Morrison, Ron Sievers, Benjamin Alan Goldberg and Ron Antonette Absent: 1 - David Zanatta 3. 15-037PR Recommendation to approve the fee waiver requests outlined in Attachment "A" in accordance with the Fee Waiver Policy. Gladys Kaiser provided the staff report. Commissioner Morrison spoke. Lucy Johnson spoke. A motion was made by Vice President Goldberg, seconded by Commissioner Sievers, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 2 of 10 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2015 PARKS AND RECREATION EL DORADO PARK W. COMMUNITY CNTR COMMISSION MINUTES SENIOR CENTER LIBRARY 2800 N. STUDEBAKER ROAD, 9:00 AM Yes: 5 - Julie Heggeness, Stacey Morrison, Ron Sievers, Benjamin Alan Goldberg and Ron Antonette Absent: 1 - David Zanatta 4. 15-038PR Authorize the Director to execute a new Fitness Provider Permit with Angela L. Knox, dba Angela’s Personal Training & Motivational Coaching at Heartwell Park; the First Amendment to Fitness Provider Permit No. 33006 with Moving Forward Fitness, LLC, dba FIT4MOM Long Beach at Heartwell and Los Cerritos Parks; and amend Attachment “A” of the Permits as needed. (Districts 5 and 8) Robert Livingstone provided the staff report. A motion was made by Vice President Goldberg, seconded by Commissioner Morrison, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Julie Heggeness, Stacey Morrison, Ron Sievers, Benjamin Alan Goldberg and Ron Antonette Absent: 1 - David Zanatta 5. 15-039PR Support the proposed improvements to the skate parks at Bixby and Silverado Parks, and recommend the City Council approve a one-year Right of Entry Permit and any other necessary documents, for California Skateparks, a California corporation, and/or its agents, to make various improvements to Bixby and Silverado Parks, and to accept a donation of planning, labor and materials related to the various improvements in these parks. (Districts 2 and 7) Director Chapjian spoke. Robert Livingstone provided the staff report. Vice President Goldberg spoke. Mike Donelon of the ASK Foundation spoke. Page 3 of 10 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2015 PARKS AND RECREATION EL DORADO PARK W. COMMUNITY CNTR COMMISSION MINUTES SENIOR CENTER LIBRARY 2800 N. STUDEBAKER ROAD, 9:00 AM A motion was made by Vice President Goldberg, seconded by Commissioner Heggeness, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Julie Heggeness, Stacey Morrison, Ron Sievers, Benjamin Alan Goldberg and Ron Antonette Absent: 1 - David Zanatta DIRECTOR'S REPORT TO COMMISSION 6. 15-040PR Recommendation to receive and file the Director's monthly highlights report, "We Create Community" for June of 2015. Director Chapjian provided the staff report. Vice President Goldberg spoke. A motion was made by Commissioner Heggeness, seconded by Commissioner Morrison, to received and filed. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Julie Heggeness, Stacey Morrison, Ron Sievers, Benjamin Alan Goldberg and Ron Antonette Absent: 1 - David Zanatta CORRESPONDENCE None PRESENTATIONS COMMITTEE STATUS REPORTS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Antonette - Chair Page 4 of 10 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2015 PARKS AND RECREATION EL DORADO PARK W. COMMUNITY CNTR COMMISSION MINUTES SENIOR CENTER LIBRARY 2800 N. STUDEBAKER ROAD, 9:00 AM The Committee met President Antonette provided the update. FINANCE & APPEALS VIce President Goldberg - Chair The Committee met. Vice President Goldberg provided the update. Stephen Scott spoke. MAINTENANCE & INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE President Antonette - Chair The Committee met. President Antonette provided the update. MARKETING & RECREATION COMMITTEE Commissioner Morrison - Chair A. Special Events and Filming Report The Committee met. Commissioner Morrison provided the update. Stephen Scott spoke. PUBLIC SAFETY & PARK USAGE COMMITTEE Commissioner Heggeness - Chair Page 5 of 10 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2015 PARKS AND RECREATION EL DORADO PARK W. COMMUNITY CNTR COMMISSION MINUTES SENIOR CENTER LIBRARY 2800 N. STUDEBAKER ROAD, 9:00 AM The Committee did not meet. 15-041PR Recommendation to receive and file Special Events & Filming Report This PR-Agenda Item was received and filed. PUBLIC SAFETY & PARKS USAGE COMMITTEE Commissioner Heggeness - Chair A. Ranger Report The Committee did not meet. 15-042PR Recommendation to receive and file May 2015 Ranger Report. Gladys Kaiser provided an overview of the Park Ranger report. President Antonette spoke. Director Chapjian spoke. Gladys Kaiser spoke. Vice President Goldberg spoke. This PR-Agenda Item was received and filed. JOINT USE COMMITTEE - AD HOC Vacant The Committee did not meet. OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS Page 6 of 10 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2015 PARKS AND RECREATION EL DORADO PARK W. COMMUNITY CNTR COMMISSION MINUTES SENIOR CENTER LIBRARY 2800 N. STUDEBAKER ROAD, 9:00 AM Vice President Goldberg asked Director Chapjian for clarification of fee waivers for activities in the Tidelands areas. Director Chapjian spoke. Lucy Johnson spoke. Vice President Goldberg spoke. A discussion ensued. Selection of Nominating Committee - President Antonette President Antonette appointed Commissioner Heggeness and Commissioner Sievers to the nominating committee for election of officers at the July, 2015 Parks & Recreation Commission meeting. PUBLIC COMMENT: IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO ADJOURNMENT Opportunity is given to those members of the public who would like to address the Parks and Recreation Commission on non-agenda items. Each speaker is limited to three minutes unless extended by the Parks and Recreation Commission. STAFF COMMENTS: Page 7 of 10 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2015 PARKS AND RECREATION EL DORADO PARK W. COMMUNITY CNTR COMMISSION MINUTES SENIOR CENTER LIBRARY 2800 N. STUDEBAKER ROAD, 9:00 AM Gladys Kaiser provided an update on Summer activities and programs. Stephen Scott provided an update on the upcoming job fair hosted by Pacific Gateway and upcoming budget season anticipated schedule. Vice President Goldberg spoke. President Antonette spoke. Stephen Scott spoke. Meredith Reynolds spoke regarding the upcoming meeting on the Houghton Park Master Plan. Robert Livingstone spoke regarding upcoming remodel at Virginia Club and plans to assist members through our golf courses. Hurley Owens provided an update on water restriction mandates from the State. Vice President Goldberg spoke. Director Chapjian spoke and stated this meeting is his last Commission meeting. He thanked the Commission for their service. It has been a pleasure working with the Commission. President Antonette presented Director Chapjian with an appreciation plaque. President Antonette thanked Director Chapjian for his service to the City. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS: Commissioner Heggeness thanked Director Chapjian for his service. Vice President Goldberg thanked Director Chapjian for his service. COMMITTEE MEETING REMINDERS MAINTENANCE & INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE - Friday, July 10, 2015 - 9:00 AM - PRM Administration Building Small Conference Room FINANCE & APPEALS COMMITTEE - Thursday, July 9, 2015 - 3:00 PM - PRM Administration Building Small Conference Room EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - Thursday, July 9, 2015 - 4:00 PM - PRM Administration Building Small Conference Room Page 8 of 10 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2015 PARKS AND RECREATION EL DORADO PARK W. COMMUNITY CNTR COMMISSION MINUTES SENIOR CENTER LIBRARY 2800 N. STUDEBAKER ROAD, 9:00 AM NEXT MEETING The next Parks and Recreation Commission meeting will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2015 at 9 am, at the El Dorado Park West Community Center, Senior Center Library located at 2800 N. Studebaker Road, Long Beach, CA 90815. ADJOURNMENT NOTE: An agenda may be obtained from the Parks, Recreation and Marine Department prior to the meeting or can be mailed if the Department is provided self-addressed, stamped envelopes mailed to: Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine, Attention: Valerie Davis, 2760 N. Studebaker Rd., Long Beach, CA 90815. The Parks and Recreation Commission agenda and supporting documents are available on the Internet at http://longbeach.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. Persons interested in obtaining an agenda via e-mail should e-mail their request to valerie.davis@longbeach.gov or subscribe to the City of Long Beach E-Notify System at http://www.longbeach.gov/enotify/default.asp. Agenda items may also be reviewed at the Parks, Recreation and Marine Department, 2760 N. Studebaker Rd., Long Beach, CA 90815 or online. Please contact Valerie Davis at (562) 570-3170, to make these arrangements. If language interpretation for non-English speaking persons is desired or if a special accommodation is desired pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please make your request by phone to Valerie Davis, Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine at (562) 570-3170, at least 48 hours prior to the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. E-Mail correspondence regarding agenda items can be directed to valerie.davis@longbeach.gov. Page 9 of 10 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2015 PARKS AND RECREATION EL DORADO PARK W. COMMUNITY CNTR COMMISSION MINUTES SENIOR CENTER LIBRARY 2800 N. STUDEBAKER ROAD, 9:00 AM NOTE: If written language translation of the Commission agenda and minutes for non-English speaking persons is desired, please make your request by phone to the City Clerk Department at (562) 570-6101, 72 hours prior to the Commission meeting. Kung ang nakasulat na pagsasalin-wika ng adyenda at mga katitikan ng Komisyon ay hinahangad para sa mga taong hindi nagsasalita ng Ingles mangyaring gawin ang iyong kahilingan sa pamamagitan ng telepono sa Kagawaran ng Klerk ng Lunsod sa (562) 570-6101, 72 pitong oras bago ang pulong ng Komisyon. Si desea obtener la traducción lingüística escrita de la agenda y las actas de la Comisión para las personas que no hablan inglés, realice su pedido por teléfono al Departamento de la Secretaría Municipal al (562) 570-6101, 72 horas antes de la reunión de la Comisión. Page 10 of 10