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Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · May 14, 2025

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MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF MONTEREY Wednesday, May 14, 2025 5:30 PM COUNCIL CHAMBER, 580 PACIFIC ST. MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Commissioners Present: Crampton, Ono, McEwen, Schmidt Commissioners Absent: Bence, Buaya, Reed Staff Members Present: Parks and Recreation Director, Recreation Manager, Park Operations Manager, Sports Center Manager, Recreation Supervisor, Administrative Assistant CALL TO ORDER Chair Crampton called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m. ROLL CALL PRESENTATIONS 1 Presentation on the Status of the Parks and Recreation Department Operations for February through April 2025 (Not a project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) Action: Presentation given Public Comments: Lorna Moffet made public comment advocating for a community garden project and a horse-riding program for young children. CONSENT ITEMS Approval of Minutes 2 Wednesday, February 12, 2025 Action: Approved as submitted (4-0-3 Absent). Commissioner McEwen motioned Chair Crampton Second ***End of Consent Agenda*** PUBLIC COMMENTS Lorna Moffet made a public comment about the possible use of chemical herbicides in Monterey and advocated for preserving eucalyptus trees. PUBLIC APPEARANCE Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes 05/14/2025 5:30:00 PM 3 Review Proposed Parks and Recreation Related Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program (NCIP) Project Requests for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Provide Guidance to Staff (Not a project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) Action: Reviewed and Gave guidance on the Proposed Parks and Recreation Related Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program (NCIP) Project Requests for Fiscal Year 2025-26 (4-0-3). Public Comments: Lorna Moffet made a public comment on the termites at the various community centers for NCIP projects. On a motion by Commissioner McEwen, seconded by Commissioner Schmidt and carried by the following vote, the Parks and Recreation Commission Approved the Proposed Parks and Recreation Related Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program (NCIP) Project Requests for Fiscal Year 2025-26. AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Crampton, Ono, McEwen, Schmidt NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None. ABSENT: 3 COMMISSIONERS: Bence, Buaya, Reed INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS Parks and Recreation Director Larson shared information about upcoming City events and expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to serve the City of Monterey alongside her constituents. Recreation Manager Leon thanked Director Larson for her service and noted that she would be honored at the City Council meeting on May 20. She also mentioned preparations for the summer season and highlighted that the Recreation Division’s summer programs are 90% outdoors. Parks Operations Manager Norton provided updates on various park projects coming to fruition and gave a shoutout to the responsible Parks staff for their hard work. He also thanked his colleagues for their support and knowledge as he transitions into his new role. Sports Center Manager Rothschild echoed his colleagues’ remarks about Karen and encouraged the Commission to visit the Sports Center for a walkthrough of the recent updates in preparation for the facility’s 33rd anniversary. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner McEwen thanked Director Larson for her service to the community and expressed her support for whoever steps into the role moving forward within the Department. Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes 05/14/2025 5:30:00 PM Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes 05/14/2025 5:30:00 PM Vice Chair Ono echoed the sentiments of his fellow Commissioners and emphasized the importance of the Department to the community. Commissioner Schmidt shared with Director Larson how exciting this next chapter will be and commended her for the grace and professionalism she demonstrated during her time as Director. Chair Crampton highlighted the significant impact the Parks and Recreation Department has on the community, emphasizing the value of the guidance and support provided by Director Larson and her staff. NEXT MEETING Wednesday, June 11, 2025. ADJOURNMENT Chair Crampton adjourned the meeting at 7:10 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Shannon Leon Cyd Crampton, Chair Recreation Manager Parks and Recreation Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes 05/14/2025 5:30:00 PM

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Parks and Recreation Commission Commissioners Agenda Cyd Crampton, Chair Justin Ono, Vice Chair Parks and Recreation Ben Bence Commission Meeting Kathie Buaya Ellen McEwen Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Amy Reed Christian Schmidt Council Chambers 580 Pacific Street 5:30 PM Monterey, California HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MEETING:  Written comment: Members of the public may submit comment(s) to parksrecreationcommission@monterey.org until ½ hour before the start of the meeting. These messages are not read aloud during the meeting but are made available to the meeting body and public at https://monterey.org/submitted-comments. All comments received become part of the record.  In-Person: Please see the meeting location listed above. Wearing a mask is recommended and encouraged.  Remote via ZoomGov Webinar: o Join on a computer or smartphone: https://monterey- org.zoomgov.com/j/1609222935 An up-to-date version of the Zoom software must be used. o Or join by telephone: Dial 833-568-8864 (Toll Free), 669-254-5252 (Campbell, CA) or 646-828-7666 (NY). If one number doesn’t work, please try another.  Enter Webinar ID: 160 922 2935 #  If prompted to enter a participant ID, press #  To “raise your hand,” dial *9. Once called upon, dial *6 to unmute o Need help using or updating Zoom? Read our Zoom Meeting Instructions (PDF)  This meeting will also stream live for viewing only on youtube.com/cityofmonterey (10 second delay) and on Comcast Channel 25 (up to 90-second delay). 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 through April 2025 (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 12, 2025 ***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 Proposed Parks and Recreation Related Neighborhood and Community Improvement Program (NCIP) Project Requests for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Provide Guidance to Staff (Not a project under CEQA Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) 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 June 11, 2025. 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.gov/submitted-comments and in the City Manager’s Office, 580 Pacific St., Rm. 1, Monterey, CA 93940 during regular business hours. Parks & Recreation Commission 5/14/2025 5:30:00 PM 2 Information distributed to the Parks and Recreation Commission at the meeting becomes part of the public record. CITY OF MONTEREY'S 24-HOUR SUGGESTION HOTLINES: Voicemail: (831) 646-3799 Fax: (831) 646-3793 Email: suggest@monterey.gov WebPage: http://www.monterey.gov INTERPRETATION: The Monterey Parks and Recreation Commission invites and encourages public participation at its meetings. Requests for language interpretation may be made by contacting the City Clerk at cityclerk@monterey.gov 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. ACCESSIBILITY: The City of Monterey is committed to including the disabled in all of its 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.gov or (831) 646-3935. Notification 30 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting [28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II]. Later requests will be accommodated to the extent feasible. For communication-related assistance, dial 711 to use the California Relay Service (CRS) to speak to City offices. CRS offers free text-to-speech, speech-to-speech, and Spanish-language services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you require a hearing amplification device to attend a meeting, dial 711 to use CRS to talk to the City Clerk's Office at (831) 646-3935 to coordinate use of a device. Upcoming city meetings are listed at http://isearchmonterey.org More information is available by calling (831) 646-3866 Parks & Recreation Commission 5/14/2025 5:30:00 PM 3

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