PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES
ADVISORY COMMISSION
MINUTES OF THE MAY 3, 2005 MEETING

The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Hollander at 7:00 p.m.

Roll Call

Present:
Absent:
Also Present:
Commissioners Bell, Fishman, Francis, Hollander, Sigler.
Commissioners Bell, Francis.
Lisa Lynn

Approval of March 1, 2005 Minutes

Motion: "To approve as submitted."

Fishman/Bell – All Ayes

Public Comment

Eric Van Poppelen: HermosaCorps made a request to memorialize past winners of the Hermosa Open. He suggested hand-prints and signatures in cement tiles, possibly at Noble Park. The group wants to plan fundraising efforts. Possibly showcase in decade increments and have the ceremony in October. Commissioner Hollander requested that Mr. Van Poppelen present his proposal in writing in order to be placed on a future Commission agenda.

Steve Shore: Mr. Shore suggested that a donation box be added to the base of the Surfer’s Memorial Statue. The box would have a slot for monetary donations for maintenance of the Surfer’s Walk of Fame. Commissioner Fishman requested that Mr. Shore put his proposal in writing to be placed on a future Commission agenda.

Correspondence

None

Matters for Commission Consideration

Staff Report(s)

Lisa Lynn gave the following reports:

  1. March 2005 Activity Report – March was the kick-off to our event season:

    • St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival
    • Flashlight Egg Hunt
    • Lunch with the Bunny
    • Excursion to the Getty Center Museum

    Lisa Lynn also noted that revenue is up $20,000 from last year and it is mostly due to the popularity of Parent & Me classes, as well as, Adult Sports Leagues

    Commissioner Fishman announced the following Upcoming Events:

  2. See attachment.

Commissioner’s Reports:

  1. Surfers Walk of Fame – Commissioner Fishman: Deadline was April 30th to turn in applications for nominees – 23 nominations were received. The Induction Ceremony will be July 31, 2005, coinciding with the first Sunset Concert at 5:30 p.m.

  2. Hermosa Arts Foundation - Commissioner Hollander: HAF is holding elections this July. They are also sponsoring the Hermosa Art Walk this summer. HAF is looking for a digital projector (as a donation) and also new members to get involved. They meet the 4th Monday of every month in room 4 at the Community Center.

  3. Jazz Memorial Report – Lisa Lynn: Ozzie has been very busy gathering donations – his most recent donation was for $5,000. Applications will be accepted by the Community Resources Department through June 29th. For further information, applications or to donate funds please call the Community Resources Department at (310) 318-0280.

  4. Museum Subcommittee Report – Commission Fishman: The Historical Society had a new museum sign designed that will hang facing west outside the museum (the design is subject to Council approval). They are also working with publishers to create a book on the history of Hermosa Beach. The Historical Society will receive royalties for each book that sells. The book should be out by Labor Day. Can use additional members and money. The next meeting will be Wednesday, May 19th at 6:30 p.m. Room 4 of the Community Center.

  5. Friends of the Park Foundation – Commissioner Hollander: Quotes for the design of Fort Lots-O-Fun are still coming in. Construction is scheduled to begin this spring. There is also a banner program, where people can purchase a banner for $100 or $150, to hang at Fort Lots-O-Fun for sponsorships. There is also a fundraiser at Coldstone on May 12th. Movie in the Park is scheduled for August 27th at Valley Park, and they are looking for sponsors. New members are needed. Meetings are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month in Room 4 Community Center at 6:00 p.m.

Items Requested by Commissioners

None

Other Matters

None

Public Comment:

None

Motion: “To Adjourn at 7:46 p.m.”

Sigler/Fishman – All Ayes