Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program Committee Meeting

MINUTES NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM COMMITTEE Second Follow-up Meeting Thursday, April 18, 2013 7:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBER, FEW MEMORIAL HALL 580 PACIFIC STREET MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA NIP Representatives & Aguajito Oaks NIP Alt Foss Alternates Present: Casanova-Oak Knoll NIP Rep Ruccello Casanova Oak-Knoll NIP Alt Brassfield Casanova Oak-Knoll NIP Alt Carlsen Deer Flats NIP Rep Pollacci Del Monte Beach NIP Rep Fields Del Monte Grove-Laguna Grande NIP Rep Alley Fisherman Flats NIP Rep Smith Monterey Vista NIP Rep Jannasch New Monterey NIP Rep Dwight Oak Grove NIP Alt Green Old Town NIP Rep Harrison Old Town NIP Alt Ricketson Skyline Forest NIP Rep Duke Skyline Ridge NIP Rep Conway Villa Del Monte NIP Rep Mucha Staff Members Present: NIP Staff Coordinator Reeves, Recording Secretary Allen, Parks Operations Manager Marcuzzo, Principle Engineer Harary CALL TO ORDER NIP Staff Coordinator Reeves called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. ROLL CALL Thirteen neighborhoods were represented, with Alta Mesa not represented. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. April 4, 2013 Sharon Dwight made a motion to approve the April 4, 2013 minutes as amended. Hank Smith seconded the motion. The motion was approved by thirteen Representatives, with Alta Mesa absent. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Reeves opened Public Comments for items not on the agenda. Eric Johnson, submitter of MV-1 Pacific 1200 Blk Install Curb/Gutter, spoke of the need for curb and gutters to prevent rainwater runoff into yards and to prevent vehicles parking in yards. He said all the neighbors on his side of the street support the project, that there is no great need for parking on the street but they are open to having a 36-wide street if necessary. Charles Martin, submitter of MV-8 Pacific St Bank Stabilization, provided  Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Minutes Thursday, April 18, 2013 pictures and a corrected web address for project details. Robert Reid, submitter of DMG- 3 English Ave 200/300 Blk Concept Design Plan, spoke in support of the project, explained that Cypress trees are challenging in an urban environment, and said trees would be replaced after the sidewalk was installed. Francine Stewart, Monte Vista Elementary Principal and submitter of MV-9 Monte Vista Playground Equipment, thanked staff and the NIP Committee for their help revising the project scope and advised that the school had raised $25,000 towards the project. Having no further requests to speak, Mr. Reeves closed Public Comments. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS 2. Purpose of Follow-up Meeting Mr. Reeves said the purpose of the meeting was to review the projects for New Monterey through Citywide and was the opportunity for the public to advocate or oppose projects. He reminded everyone that review of New Monterey projects had been continued from the last meeting. 3. Preparation for Project Selection Meeting Mr. Reeves advised the Committee that staff had a dress rehearsal to prepare for the project selection meeting. He explained the changes to the voting sheets and discussed the process of identifying base allocations for each round of voting. Ms. Alley asked to receive the base allocations before the next meeting. On question from Mr. Ruccello, Mr. Reeves said there was approximately $2,750,000 for the program this year. NIP INFORMATIONAL REPORTS 4. NIP Spokesperson Reports Alternate Spokespersons Ruccello and Dwight concurred there was nothing to report. PUBLIC APPEARANCE 5. Van Tour Follow-up Meeting to Discuss Specific Projects in New Monterey – Citywide Neighborhoods and Take Public Input The Representatives reviewed their projects and received public comments for each neighborhood after the review of the projects from that neighborhood was completed starting with New Monterey neighborhood. NM-1 Belden 300 Widening – Ms. Dwight advised that of the ten property owners, six approved and two opposed the project. NM-2 Drake Belden Open Space – Ms. Dwight said the project had unanimous support. Mr. Reeves advised that the amount to purchase the property would depend on an actual appraisal of the property. NM-7 Archer Park Tot Lot Sand Replacement – Ms. Dwight withdrew the project because the neighborhood wanted to retain sand as a play element for their children. NM-9 Hilltop Park Tot Lot Sand Replacement – Ms. Dwight withdrew the project because the neighborhood wanted to retain sand as a play element for their Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Meeting Minutes Thursday, April 18, 2013 2 Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Minutes Thursday, April 18, 2013 children. NM-10 Oak Newton Park Upper Playground Sand Replacement – Ms. Dwight withdrew the project because the neighborhood wanted to retain sand as a play element for their children. NM-16 NM Ped: Hawthorne/Dickman ADA, Prescott 1650 – Ms. Dwight advised that NM-16 Hawthorne/Dickman ADA Ramp (NW corner) and NM-17 Prescott Ave 1650 Sidewalk Upgrade were combined with an estimate of $48,000. NM-18 Prescott/Devisadero Entry Improvements – Ms. Dwight advised that the estimate was reduced to $5,000. NM-20 Lighthouse Adaptive Traffic Signal System – Ms. Dwight advised that MST added a capability for MST drivers to extend the green light time on Lighthouse but that this project was for more advanced technology to move traffic along Lighthouse more smoothly. Mr. Reeves opened Public Comments for New Monterey projects. Michelle Knight, Cannery Row Business Association and Rec Trail user, spoke in support of NM-11 Rec Trail Repairs & Landscaping. She also spoke in support of NM-20 Lighthouse Adaptive Traffic Signal System. Having no further requests to speak, Mr. Reeves closed Public Comments for this neighborhood. OT-1 Franklin 1078 Island Cut – Ms. Harrison advised that she does not have neighborhood support for this project. OT-2 Van Buren 300 Blk Gutter Drainage – Ms. Harrison advised the estimate was divided into $186,000 for the easterly side that includes the backup pipe system and $233,000 for the westerly side. OT-3 Franklin/Watson ADA Ramps – Mr. Reeves advised that the estimate went up to $180,000. OT-4 Watson (Jefferson to Scott) Resurfacing – Ms. Harrison advised the project would be phased into two parts Franklin to Scott for $220,000 and Jefferson to Franklin for $140,000. She said the applicant was most interested in the Franklin to Scott phase and will pursue obtaining signatures of approval next year. Mr. Reeves opened Public Comments for Old Town projects. Maryanne Finocchi, Old Town resident said that she verified with the City Traffic Engineer that he did not support OT-1. She said OT-3 has neighborhood support and is a priority. Colleen Sullivan, Old Town Board member, seconded Ms. Finocchi’s comments. Andrew Wodecki spoke in support of OT-3 and said he appreciates the ADA upgrades that have been completed so far. Rosemary Robert, Old Town resident, spoke in support of OT-2 and said it is hazardous to get in or out of vehicles parked along the street due to the accumulation of debris and stagnant water. Ms. Finocchi asked if the County, owner of the Portola Vista Apartments, needed to be involved in the process, and Mr. Reeves said they did not because this is not a traffic calming project. Having no further requests to speak, Mr. Reeves closed Public Comments for this neighborhood. Skyline Forest projects were reviewed with no public comments. VDM-3 Montecito Park Tot Lot Sand Replacement – Mr. Mucha said he was uncomfortable with replacing the sand and planned to spend some time at the playground and obtain feedback from the parents. Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Meeting Minutes Thursday, April 18, 2013 3 Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Minutes Thursday, April 18, 2013 Mr. Reeves opened Public Comments for Villa Del Monte projects. Ms. Finocchi spoke in support of VDM-1 Ferrante Park Fence Repair. Mike Brassfield said he was a former resident of Villa Del Monte neighborhood and supported VDM-4 VDM Revitalization/ADA Study. He said it would be a good way to identify the needs of the neighborhood. Having no further requests to speak, Mr. Reeves closed Public Comments for this neighborhood. Mr. Reeves reviewed the Citywide projects. CW-1 Sollecito Ball Park Field Renovation Ph 2 – Mr. Reeves advised the estimate was reduced to $500,000 for the city share. Parks Supervisor Marcuzzo said he hoped competitive bidding would get the project completed for the total estimate of $980,000. CW-9 MSC HVAC Ducting Replacement Ph 1 – Mr. Reeves advised the project would be phased with the first phase estimate for $390,000. He said each phase would require the use of a crane. CW-10 Rec Trail Pedestrian Lane – Mr. Reeves advised that the scope is for a signing, striping, and symbology plan from Seaside city limit to David Avenue, and for a study to widen the trail from Wharf 1 to the Coast Guard pier. CW-15 Corp Yd Alternate EOC Improvements – Mr. Reeves advised that the estimate was revised to $32,000. CW-16 Library Public Address System – Mr. Reeves advised that the estimate was revised to $28,000. CW-17 Wharf 2 Restroom Replacement – Mr. Ruccello advised that he would change the project scope to include the possibility for a remodel in the event that the city was not able to replace the existing building because of the issue with its location in the flood zone. CW-18 Colton Hall Restoration/Preservation – Mr. Reeves advised that the scope was changed with the estimate reduced to $140,000. CW-27 N Fremont Median Landscape – Mr. Marcuzzo said he revised the scope to include replanting 12-15 trees. CW-30 MYC Expansion Construction Drawings/Cost Estimates – Mr. Reeves advised that the project scope might be changed to a study to look at the feasibility of phasing the expansion. Mr. Reeves opened Public Comments for Citywide projects. Colleen Sullivan spoke in support of CW-4 El Estero Lake Edge Imp Ph 6, CW-13 FS 1 Air Compressor, CW-14 FS 3 Garage Door Widening, and CW-30 MYC Expansion. Mike Brassfield spoke in support of CW-11 CERT Container Solar Radio System and CW-17 Wharf 2 Restroom and thanked Mr. Marcuzzo for revising CW- 27 Fremont Median Landscape. Jason Wachs, Citizens for a Safer Trail, submitter of CW-10 Rec Trail Pedestrian Lane, said signage is needed to encourage people to stay out of the bike lane. He said that the bike lane along the Lighthouse curve, which is the most hazardous section, could be reduced to a 12 foot width like other bike trails in the area. Mike Sovereign, Friends of the Monterey Public Library President, spoke in support of CW-16 Library Public Address System and said it is an important safety issue to communicate with staff and visitors in the library. He also spoke in support of CW-18 Colton Hall Restoration/Preservation. Tim McFadden, CERT member, spoke in support of CW-13 and CW-14. He also urged the Committee to approve CW-11, which will allow emergency service communications off the grid. Maryanne Finocchi spoke in support of CW-4, CW-13, CW-14, and CW-30. She said CW-2 Library Community Rm Audio Loop Installation and CW-3 DTM Park North Side Path ADA Upgrades were also important projects to approve. Dave Potter spoke in support of CW-11, CW-13, CW-14, and CW-15 Corp Yd Alternate EOC Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Meeting Minutes Thursday, April 18, 2013 4  Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Minutes Thursday, April 18, 2013 Improvements. He said the original EOC was built with NIP funds and has been well used. Michael Groves, Monterey High School baseball coach, thanked the Committee for the Sollecito Ball Field infield funding, which enabled him to raise the rest of the money to complete the project. He and the Committee discussed the total cost for CW-1 Sollecito Ball Park Field Renovation Ph 2. Ms. Fields questioned why the outfield needed to be replaced right away, and Mr. Groves responded that improved drainage would allow playing during heavy rain seasons and the Parks and Recreation Department would be able to use the field for soccer. Johnny Tarallo, Monterey High School baseball team member, thanked the Committee for the new infield and said baseball is kind of a dying sport, and a new outfield would help revive the sport. Tyler Stornetta, Monterey High School baseball team member, said artificial turf is far superior to grass and the new infield causes less wear and tear on the players. Drew Wodecki, Monterey High School baseball team member, thanked the Committee for the new infield, and said completing the outfield would show that the community cares about kids and supports what they are most passionate about. Dennis Copeland, Museum Arts and Archives Manager, asked for support of CW-18 Colton Hall Restoration/Preservation, which is much needed to maintain this most important historic resource. Kim Bui-Burton, Community Services and Library Board Director, speaking for the Colton Hall and Cultural Arts Commission, the Library Board, and the Parks and Recreation Commission, gave heartfelt thanks for the work the Committee does for the community. She said that in her work around the state with Heritage Tourism, she discusses the NIP with the many small communities who are struggling with economic downturns, and shares how successful the NIP is in dealing with the impacts of tourism and uniting businesses and residents. She said the Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved the fencing for the train at Dennis the Menace Park, and hopes that the Committee will approve CW-12 DTM Train Develop Specifications to identify a more accessible solution. She spoke of the need for CW-16 and CW-23 MSC Replace Surveillance System. Nancy Selfridge spoke in support of CW-1, CW-10, and CW-11. She said the Coastal Commission is aware of the need to replace the restrooms at Wharf 2 (CW-17). Having no further requests to speak, Mr. Reeves closed Public Comments. 6. Set Proposed Project Priorities Aguajito Oaks and Alta Mesa Reps have only one project each. Casanova Oak Knoll Richard Ruccello stated that his neighborhood priorities would be as follows: Priority #1 COK-2 Priority #2 COK-1 Del Monte Beach Jayme Fields stated that her neighborhood will hold a meeting on April 21 to set their priorities and will email staff the information. Del Monte Grove Laguna Grande Merrily Alley stated that her neighborhood priorities would be as follows: Priority #1 DMG-3 Priority #2 DMG-2 Priority #3 DMG-1 Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Meeting Minutes Thursday, April 18, 2013 5 Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Minutes Thursday, April 18, 2013 Fisherman Flats Hank Smith stated that his neighborhood priorities would be as follows: Priority #1 FF-2 Priority #2 FF-3 Priority #3 FF-4 Monterey Vista Hans Jannasch stated that his neighborhood priorities would be as follows: Priority #1 MV-11 Priority #2 MV-1 Priority #3 MV-5 Priority #4 MV-7 Priority #5 MV-6 New Monterey Sharon Dwight stated that her neighborhood priorities would be as follows: Priority #1 NM-13 Priority #2 NM-4 Priority #3 NM-16 Priority #4 NM-20 Priority #5 NM-12 Priority #6 NM-2 Priority #7 NM-1 Priority #8 NM-11 Ms. Dwight stated that she would fully fund the following project with base allocation: Base Allocation NM-5 Base Allocation NM-8 Base Allocation NM-18 Base Allocation NM-21 Old Town April Harrison stated that her neighborhood priority would be as follows: Priority #1 OT-3 Priority #2 OT-2, easterly side Skyline Forest Dennis Duke stated that his neighborhood priorities would be as follows: Priority #1 SF-2 Priority #2 SF-1 Priority #3 SF-3 Villa Del Monte Harry Mucha stated that his neighborhood priorities would be follows: Priority #1 VDM-4 Priority #2 VDM-1 Priority #3 VDM-2 Priority #4 VDM-3 COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS Jayme Fields (Del Monte Beach) had no comment. Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Meeting Minutes Thursday, April 18, 2013 6 Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Minutes Thursday, April 18, 2013 Richard Ruccello (Casanova Oak Knoll) had no comment. Maxwell Green (Oak Grove) had no comment. Merrily Alley (Del Monte Grove-Laguna Grande) had no comment. Hans Jannasch (Monterey Vista) had no comment. Dennis Duke (Skyline Forest) said he was sorry he missed the last two meetings, but will watch the videos and listen to the audio recording. Sharon Dwight (New Monterey) thanked staff for analysis on estimates. Mr. Reeves recognized Associate Engineering Surveyor Norm Green’s work on the project estimates this year. Mark Pollacci (Deer Flats) had no comment. Mary Conway (Skyline Ridge) had no comment. Abby Foss (Aguajito Oaks) had no comment. April Harrison (Old Town) had no comment. Hank Smith (Fisherman Flats) had no comment. Harry Mucha (Villa Del Monte) asked for clarification on base allocation and the voting process. Mr. Ruccello said he would meet with Mr. Mucha to explain the process further. NEXT MEETING Mr. Reeves advised that the next meeting is the April 25, 2013 Project Selection Meeting, in the Council Chamber, at 7:00 p.m. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Reeves adjourned the meeting at 9:45 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Kim Allen Tom Reeves Recording Secretary NIP Staff Coordinator Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Meeting Minutes Thursday, April 18, 2013 7