Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingMonterey, CA · April 10, 2024
Minutes
MINUTES
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF MONTEREY
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
5:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 580 PACIFIC ST.
MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA
Commissioners Present: Crampton, Buaya, Ono, Spangler
Commissioners Absent: Schmidt, McEwen, Sanders
Staff Members Present: Parks and Recreation Director, Recreation Manager, Park
Operations Manager, Sports Center Manager, Recreation
Supervisor, Administrative Assistant
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Crampton called the meeting to order at 5:46 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENTATIONS
1 Presentation on the Status of the Parks and Recreation Department Operations for
February 2024 through March 2024 (Not a project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and
under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
Action: Presentation given
Public Comments: None
CONSENT ITEMS
Approval of Minutes
2 Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Action: Approved as submitted (3-0-3 Absent). Commissioner Ono motioned
Commissioner Buaya Second
***End of Consent Agenda***
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jean Rasch made public comment.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
3 Review and Prioritize Parks and Recreation Related Nominated Neighborhood and
Community Improvement Program (NCIP) Project Requests for Fiscal Year 2024-25 (Not a
project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section
15061)
Action: Complete Ranking Sheet
Ranking Sheet results:
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Parks and Recreation Related NCIP Projects (FY 24-25) Ranking: (1=HIGHEST
Priority/14=LOWEST Priority)
DMB-02 BEACH TAKE A TOY LEAVE A TOY – BEACH AND TIDE 13
DMB-03 NATIVE PLANTS FOR MONARCH MIGRATIONS – SPRAY AVE TOT LOT 12
DMG-03 INSTALL EXERCISE EQUIPMENT AT LAGUNA GRANDE PARK 9
DT-04 REPLACE IRRIGATION DRAINAGE SYSTEM & INSTALL TURF AT JACKS PARK 3
DT-05 REPLACE & INSTALL NEW LIGHT POLES AT SOLLECITO FIELD 2
DT-06 CONSTRUCT SHADE STRUCTURE AT EL ESTERO PARK 5
DT-12 INSTALL PICKLEBALL COURTS AT MONTEREY TENNIS CENTER 11
DT-13 MONTEREY TENNIS CENTER IMPROVEMENTS 10
DT-14 DISABLED ACCESS SIGN INSTALL AT DEL MONTE BEACH 4
MV-04 IMPROVE VIA PARAISO RACQUET COURTS 7
NM-08 HILLTOP PARK CENTER REHAB & NM-12 HILLTOP PARK CENTER RENO 1
NM-10 SCHOLZE PARK DESIGN RENOVATION IMPROVEMENTS 4
NM-14 CYPRESS PARK TENNIS COURT RESURFACING 8
SK-01 INSTALL SIGNS ALONG VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK TRAIL 6
On a motion by Commissioner Spangler, seconded by Commissioner Ono and carried by the
following vote, the Parks and Recreation Commission approved the ranking order of the Parks
and Recreation Related NCIP Nominated Projects for FY 24-25.
AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Crampton, Buaya, Ono, Spangler
NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: 3 COMMISSIONERS: Schmidt, McEwen, Sanders
Public Comments: Lee Whitney made a public comment.
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS
Parks and Recreation Director Larson expressed gratitude to the entire team for their efforts
regarding the budget. She commended the Recreation team for quickly adapting to move the
Bunny Hop Photo Op indoors due to the weather. Director Larson also thanked the Park staff for
their contribution to another successful horticulture day and acknowledged Bill at the Sports
Center for implementing significant changes. Additionally, she showed appreciation to the
Commission for their consistent support of the Department.
Recreation Manager Leon provided an update on the recruitment, certification, and onboarding
of new staff for the summer season, highlighting the robust enrollment numbers already
achieved for the Playground Program. She also briefed the Commission on the expiration of
certain PRC terms and expressed the Department's interest in having Commissioner’s consider
reapplying for their positions.
Sports Center Manager Rothschild conveyed appreciation to the Commission for their
attendance and encouraged them to visit the Sports Center to observe the current changes and
ongoing projects firsthand.
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Park Operations Manager Marcuzzo expressed gratitude to the Commission for their continued
support and extended a friendly invitation for them to visit any of the Monterey parks.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Commissioner Spangler thanked the Parks and Recreation Department for their leadership and
expressed gratitude for the role they play in making our community a great place to live.
Commissioner Ono pointed out the exciting new programs happening at the Sports Center and
praised their appeal to the community. He also shared his positive experience hosting his son's
first birthday party at one of the Monterey parks and attending Horticulture Day.
Commissioner Buaya was impressed by how much responsibility the Department takes on with
such a small team, something she only fully understood after joining the Commission. She
showed her admiration and thanked the staff.
Vice Chair Crampton reiterated her amazement by how much the Department accomplishes,
especially considering not being fully staffed post COVID-19 pandemic. She sought clarification
on campership opportunities to assist families with summer programs. Recreation Manager
Leon explained the process for scholarship opportunities.
NEXT MEETING
Wednesday, May 8, 2024.
ADJOURNMENT
Vice Chair Crampton adjourned the meeting at 7:29 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted, Approved,
Karen Larson Christian Schmidt, Chair
Parks and Recreation Director Parks and Recreation Commission
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Agenda
Parks and Recreation
Commission Commissioners
Agenda Christian Schmidt, Chair
Cyd Crampton, Vice Chair
Parks and Recreation Kathie Buaya
Commission Meeting Ellen McEwen
Justin Ono
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Gabriel Sanders
Lacy Spangler
Council Chambers
580 Pacific Street 5:30 PM
Monterey, California
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comments received become part of the record.
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PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES AND TIME LIMITS:
The total amount of time allocated for public comment on a particular issue and for each
individual speaker is generally as follows:
1. Up to three minutes per speaker.
2. For regular Parks and Recreation Commission meetings, there is one 15-minute public
comment period for items not on the agenda.
3. The total time allocated for public comment:
a. Items pulled from the consent agenda – 15 minutes each item
b. Public Appearance items – 30 minutes each item
c. Public Hearing items – 30 minutes each item
At the time an item is considered, the Chair will ask those attending the meeting in person to
line up at the podium or raise their hands, and for remote participants to use *9 on the telephone
or the “raise hand” function in Zoom, if they wish to address the Parks and Recreation
Commission. The maximum amount of time for each person to speak and the total amount of
time allotted for each item will be determined based on the number of people indicating an
interest in speaking and the amount of business to be conducted on the agenda. In exceptional
circumstances and when necessary to ensure a full opportunity for public input, the Chair may,
with the Committee’s consent, adjust the amount of time allowed for public input and/or the time
allotted for each speaker.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation on the Status of the Parks and Recreation Department
Operations for February 2024 through March 2024 (Not a project under CEQA
Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061)
CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed under Consent Agenda are routine and will be adopted by one motion
unless a member of the Parks and Recreation Commission or the public requests discussion
or a separate vote.
Approval of Minutes
2. February 14, 2024
***End of Consent Agenda***
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
The public may speak to any item that is not on the agenda and that is in the City of
Monterey’s subject matter jurisdiction.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
Public Appearance items are on non-routine issues that might stimulate public interest and
comments.
3. Review and Prioritize Parks and Recreation Related Nominated Neighborhood
and Community Improvement Program (NCIP) Project Requests for Fiscal
Year 2024-25
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS
Staff may make announcements and may request clarification or direction regarding the
scheduling of meetings and study sessions.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Commissioners may ask a question for clarification, make a brief announcement, or make a
brief report on their activities. In addition, a Commissioner or the Parks and Recreation
Commission may provide a referral to staff or other resources for factual information.
(Government Code section 54954.2(a)(3).)
NEXT MEETING
The next regularly scheduled meeting is May 8, 2024.
ADJOURNMENT
Writings distributed for discussion or consideration on these matters within 72 hours prior to the meeting,
pursuant to Government Code § 54957.5, are available at: monterey.org/submitted-comments and in the
City Manager’s Office, 580 Pacific St., Rm. 1, Monterey, CA 93940 during regular business hours.
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Information distributed to the Parks and Recreation Commission at the meeting becomes part of the
public record.
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participation at its meetings. Requests for language interpretation may be made by contacting the City
Clerk at cityclerk@monterey.org or 831-646-3935. The City Clerk will make every effort to accommodate
requests for interpreter assistance. Requests should be made as soon as possible in advance of any
meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission. The City is committed to addressing language
interpretation requests swiftly in order to maximize public participation.
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services, programs and activities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you
need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office
at cityclerk@monterey.org or (831) 646-3935. Notification 30 hours prior to the meeting will enable the
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