Parks and Recreation Minutes, March 4, 2003

PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION
MINUTES OF THE MARCH 4, 2003 MEETING

Roll Call

Present: Commissioners Bell, Francis, Fishman, Hollander and Sigler

Staff: Burrell, Portela Rooney - absent

Approval of February 4, 2003 Minutes

Motion: "To approve as submitted."

Hollander/Francis - All Ayes

Public Comment

N/A

Correspondence

N/A

Matters for Commission Consideration

  1. 2003 Valley Park Campout - June 28 (PDF File)

    Motion: "To approve the Valley Park Campout to take place on June 28, 2003 in honor of the grand reopening of Valley Park".

    Francis/Fishman - All Ayes

  2. 2003 Commercial Event Applications (PDF File)

    Motion: To approve the listed events and forward the contracts to City Council for final review and approval.

    1. IMG - Beach Bash 2003 - Bell/Sigler - All Ayes
    2. EVP Tour - Pro Am Beach Volleyball Tournament - Francis/Fishman - All Ayes
    3. So Cal Foundation - Beach Volleyball Tournament - Hollander/Fishman - All Ayes
    4. MESP - Hermosa Beach Triathlon - Francis/Hollander - All Ayes
  3. Staff Report(s)

    South Park Climbing Wall Analysis

    After a short discussion, it was decided to bring the issue back in June after more work. It was also decided that we should stay within the $20,000 limit. It was suggested that it be proposed as a CIP project for 03-04 budget.

Commissioner Report(s)

City Tree Subcommittee Report - Sigler

There was a meeting with Jean Lombardo as head of the committee. They will get a list of approved trees and would like to plant more on Aviation and PCH. The idea would be to provide benefits to those businesses that help maintain the trees.

Clark Field/Sports Field Subcommittee Report - Bell/Fishman

Opening night was 2/28 with many kudos to staff for a beautiful job. Little League contributed money and time that was invaluable. There are plans for irrigation of the other field at a later date.

Community Center Foundation Report - Hollander

"The Last Puppet Show' was a huge success. The "Dining Room" is still playing until Wednesday, March 12th.

Museum Subcommittee Report - Fishman/Hollander

The Historical Society's annual recruitment meeting is Friday March 7, 2003 from 7 - 9 p.m. at 1004 9th Street. They will have a major fund raiser in May to help with the construction costs of the new space they have acquired.

Senior Activities Subcommittee Report - Fishman

Commissioner Francis discussed the fact that what we can offer is tied to funding. It was be helpful to get senior opinions of what they would like to see in their community. Staff could contact the Women's Club at a fact-finding meeting. There should be no program expansion now because of the budget.

Valley Park Subcommittee Report - Francis

The park is progressing nicely. The opening date has been pushed back due to replacement of some trees and the retaining wood (which will be replaced with stone or mortar).

Items Requested by Commissioners

Put a committee together to start planning for the "Community Picnic".

Other Matters

Motion: "To Adjourn"

Holland/Francis - All Ayes

Adjournment: 8:45 p.m.