PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES
ADVISORY COMMISSION
MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 2, 2003 MEETING
Roll Call
Present: Chairperson Fishman, Commissioners Bell, Francis, Hollander, and Sigler
Staff: Steve Burrell, Colette Portela
Approval of August 5, 2003 Minutes
Motion: "To approve with the correction that, regarding the fee waivers for hanging street banners for 'The Last Saturday Puppet Show', Christine Hollander abstained from voting."
Bell/Francis - All Ayes
Correspondence
Letter from Ozzie Cadena and the Jazz Alumni regarding suggestions to attract patrons to Pier Plaza during the day.
Motion: "To receive and file."
Francis/Hollander - All Ayes
Public Comment
N/A
Matters for Commission Consideration
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Recommendation: "To approve the request for Makai Events to host 'Movies on the Beach' Sunday evening (7 pm/sunset), September 28th, 2003."
Sigler/Francis - All Ayes
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Recommendation: "To approve theatre rental fee waiver as requested by Sandpipers, but to charge a refundable damage deposit fee of $500."
Francis/Sigler - All Ayes
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New Year's Eve Celebration
Recommendation: "To use the same entertainment venue as in previous years for Pier Plaza on Wednesday, December 31, 2003."
Francis/Hollander - All Ayes
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Summer Sunset Concert Series 2004
Recommendation: "Commissioners Francis and Sigler to participate in a committee with staff to explore sponsorship opportunities and suggest music selections for the Sunset Concert series for 2004."
Hollander/Bell - All Ayes
Staff Report(s)
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City Tree Subcommittee Report - Sigler
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There will be a meeting held next week to finalize the tree list that will be brought to City Council.
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Community Center Foundation Report - Hollander
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There are going to be changes made to the theater in three phases with Public Works involvement.
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Friends of the Park - Hollander
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Friends of the Park plan to hold their first fundraiser on Saturday, October 18th from 10 am to 2 pm at Fort Lots of Fun (Prospect and 5th). Vendors will be there to show options for new park equipment.
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Museum Subcommittee Report - Fishman
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Members are excited about the expansion of the museum with more fundraisers being planned. Koenig has a few different schematic designs to decide on at the next meeting being held Wednesday, September 17 at 6:30 pm in the Community Resources Building, 710 Pier Avenue.
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Picnic Subcommittee Report - Francis
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The 3rd annual picnic will be held Sunday, September 21, 2003 from 12 - 4 pm at Valley Park. This year the picnic will also include a beer garden. Non-profit groups will be given Certificates of Recognition for all the work they have done for the community.
Items Requested by Commissioners
A second request for improvements to Edith Rodaway Park was made. Again, this could take different forms such as repainting the wall on the playground, replacing foliage that has been removed and perhaps an art element. These art elements, along with painting and/or decorating the wall could involve the school. This request will become an agenda item for the October 7th commission meeting.
Other Matters
N/A
Public Comment:
Jeff Duclof - 1932 Ava Ave., expressed his concern regarding pesticides being used within the city. He stated that City and contractors need to explore all areas of natural pesticides, liability to the city for spreading pesticides and being pesticide free by June 2004.
A motion was made by Francis to explore alternative products and Sigler seconded the motion.
All Ayes
Motion: "To Adjourn"
Hollander/Francis - All Ayes
Adjournment: 8:20 PM
