Recreation and Parks Commission Meeting

CITY OF PLACERVILLE RECREATION & PARKS COMMISSION February 22, 2017 MINUTES APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mr. Nolan made the motion to approve the minutes of January 18, 2016. Mr. Barton seconded the motion. Motion approved unanimously. ACTION ITEMS: Request from City Council regarding the City’s portion of the El Dorado Trail: Mr. Youel reported that staff with input from the Recreation and Parks Commission was asked to explore methods and opportunities to improve the recreational experience along the City’s portion of the El Dorado Trail and report back to Council. Youel stated that staff will be working on recommendations for consideration at an upcoming Commission meeting. Mr. Mathews asked if we could find out how often the police patrol the trail on their bikes. Mrs. Neau has been frustrated with revolving camps and drug usage on the trail. Eileen Crim suggested a lollipop sign on lower main where the new section of trail meets. She also suggested working with Schnell school as a partnership to see if we can work together to make the trail an opportunity for more folks. She also thinks it is important to have parking for all kinds of vehicles. Mr. Barton said the homeless problem is a larger issue. Wendy Thomas asked the commission what financial assistance could be put in the budget to keep the camps cleaned up to insure we have a robust trail going forward. Another key component of this project will be partnering with Caltrans. Mr. Youel stated he could see if Commander Wren could attend our next meeting. Mr. Clerici suggested we work with the homeless advocate group. STATUS REPORTS: Youth Assistance Fund: Mr. Lishman reported that there were 0 requests for funding since the last meeting. The City received $7,070.00 in donations and the projected fund balance is now $9,669.07. Meeting adjourned at 7:45 pm.