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Home My WebLink About1976-05-17; Parks & Recreation Commission; MinutesMINUTES OF:CITY OF CARLSBAD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING COMMISSIONERS . JE OF MEETING : TIME OF MEETING : PLACE OF MEETING: May 17, 1976 7:30 p.m. City Council Chambers The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting was called to order in the City Council Chambers at 7:30 p.m. by Chairwoman Betty Wollrich. ROLL CALL; Betty Wollrich Juanita Rhodes Ron Schwab APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Don Egermayer James Kinghorn Joe DeDiminicantanio Mr. DeDiminicantanio asked for an approximate purchase price of St. Patrick's Church. Mr. Johnson stated it was approximately $185,000. Mr. DeDiminicantanio asked if a cost analysis had been prepared for renovation. 4r. Johnson stated it had, and invited Mr. DeDiminican- tanio to visit his office to discuss all projects. Mr. DeDiminicantanio referred to the minutes and asked what the senior citizen's had requested. Mr. Johnson stated they had requested office space, a lounge and additional rooms to be used as blood pressure center, etc., which would total approximately 60% of the rectory. Mr. DeDiminicantanio asked if that area would be used exclusively by that group. Mr. Johnson stated some of the area would be for their use exclusively. The minutes of the April 19, 197*6, meeting were approv ed as mailed. NEW BUSINESS; A. Bicentennial Historical Society - Magee House Mr. Johnson read a letter received from the Carlsbad Bicentennial Historical Society dated April 19, 1976, requesting useage,of rooms B, C, D, E and F as shown on the floor plan. Staff is recommending that an additional room (G) be available for their use. One room would be used as a control center staffed by Parks and Recreation personnel. Mrs. Wollrich requested information on use of and decorations for each room. Mr. DeDiminicantanio moved that Mr. Johnson's recommendation that rooms B, C, D, E, G, and F be . allocated to the Bicentennial Historical Society. Juanita Rhodes seconded the motion. Mrs. Wollrich Asked if rooms C and D were to be used as meeting rooms or display rooms. Mr. Christiansen stated the rooms would be useable. MINUTES OF:CITY OF CARLSBAD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING COMMISSIONERS . JE OF MEETING :May 17, 1976 TIME OF MEETING :7:30 p.m. PLACE OF MEETING:City Council Chambers Vote: Ayes B. Summer Film Festival Mr. Johnson presented a list of proposed films to be shown at Carlsbad High under the summer recreation program for the Commission's approval. Mrs. Wollrich asked if there would be a special rate for senior citizens. Mr. Johnson stated it had been considered, however, it was decided the $1.00 was acceptable. Mrs. Wollrich ask what the cost of the films was. _Mr. Johnson stated each film had a different price. Mrs. Rhodes moved that the summer family film festival be accepted. Mr. DeDiminicantanio seconded the motion. Vote: Ayes OLD BUSINESS; A. Lewis Chase - Little League Ball Field Mr. Chase introduced Joe Angel, President of Little League; Jim Bates, Vice President of Little League; Ken Derby and Dennis McVee, President of Pop Warner. Mr. Chase explained that the programs have expanded beyond the capacity of the facilities. A cost analysis was prepared by Mr. Angel indicating it would cost $30,300 to light 2 fields. SDG&E has agreed to pro- vide and install the poles that are necessary. The Little League Association would provide all the trench- ing and miscellaneous labor. Mr. Chase requested the Parks and Recreation Commissioi recommend to the Director to increase his budget re- quest to $30,000, recommend to the City Council that the increase be approved, and help push completion of the project. Mrs. Rhodes stated she recalled some discussion on how long the property could be used. Mr. DeDiminicantanio stated the School District is considering selling the property. Mrs. Wollrich asked if the lights could be moved. <!r. Chase stated they could be moved. Mrs. Rhodes asked what the cost would be for removal. Mr. Angel stated it would cost approximately $4,000. X X X X X X ' X X X X X MINUTES OF:CITY OF CARLSBAD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING COMMISSIONERS & :E OF MEETING : TIME OF MEETING : PLACE OF MEETING: May 17, 1976 7:30 p.m. City Council Chambers Mr. Egermayer asked if the cost would increase if one field was lighted each year. Mr. Angel stated it would because material cost would increase. Mrs. Wollrich asked if the bank of lights they had at one time could be used. Mr. Derby stated the lights were to large and used to much power. Mr. DeDiminicantanio suggested the City use the money, to purchase land for city owned ball fields. Mr. Schwab moved that Mr. Chase's suggestions be accepted. Mrs. Rhodes seconded the motion, discussion: Mr. Egermayer asked if an additional $10,000 was available. " Mrs. Rhodes asked what would be sacrificed for the additional request. Mr. Johnson stated he would research it. Mrs. Wollrich asked how long fields would be used. Mr. Derby stated the fields would be used year round. Mr. Sonnhalter stated there were 2 banks of lights at the Pony League field that were not in use. Mr'. Derby stated the lights werd not hooked up because the Association had run out of money. Mr. Egermayer asked why the School District didn't light the fields. Mr. Johnson stated the District indicated it did not have the money. Mr. Egermayer expressed disapproval of using city funds on school property. After some further discussion, the Commission voted: Ayes B-.-r-Bandstend Holiday Park Work has started on the bandstand at Holiday Park. The slab should be poured over the weekend. Frame work will be done the following week. Completion date is set for July 3, 1976. 1. Swimming Pool Architect Selection Committee Result The Swimming Pool Architect Selection Committee has recommended the firm of Kammeyer-Lynch and Partners to design the swimming pool. Their recommendation will be presented to the City Council. Mr. Johnson extended his appreciation to this committee for their fine work. MINUTES OF:CITY OF CARLSBAD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING COMMISSIONERSi ,'E OF MEETING : TIME OF MEETING : PLACE OF MEETING: May 17, 1976 7:30 p.m. City Council Chambers Mr. DeDiminicantanio asked if the site was still in' 1imbo. Mrs. Wollrich stated there were several possibilities other than those on school property. Mr. DeDiminicantanio stated that pools not located on school property get little use. Mrs. Wollrich stated the study prepared by the Swimming Pool Committee indicated pools on school property have little community use. Advised that the pool be located near schools for maximum use. D. Batiquitos Lagoon Regional Park The plans for Batiquitos Lagoon Regional Park were presented to the County Board of Supervisors by county staff. They were told to work on cutting back on _ development cost. County officials indicated develop- ment was projected for 1990 and project is not a lost cause. Mr. Johnson stated the project is being abandoned for awhile. A citizen in the audience disagreed with Mr. Johnson's report. He indicated the Board of Supervisors had instructed park personnel not to spend any more time or money on the project. Mr. Johnson stated -they had been told not to spend any more money, however, were told to revise the county regional park plan. Mrs. Wollrich asked if any information had been re- ceived regarding golf courses. Mr. Johnson stated he had not received all the infor- mation he wanted. Mr. Kinghorn asked that the item appear on the agenda of the next meeting. E. Laguna Riviera and Car Country Parks Bids for Laguna Riviera and Car Country Parks were received. Low bid was received from James Benner whose bid was $76,393. (Laguna Riviera $56,274; Car Country $19,530). Mr. DeDiminicantanio asked if sufficient fees had been paid by the developer to cover the cost of Laguna Riviera. Mr. Johnson stated that additional funds would be requested to complete both projects as park-in-lieu fees are insufficient. ^Mr. DeDiminicantanio moved that the low bid for Laguna Riviera and Car Country Parks be accepted. Mr. Kinghorn seconded the motion. Ayes Noes X MINUTES OF:CITY OF CARLSBAD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING COMMISSIONERS TE OF MEETING : May 17, 1976 TIME OF MEETING : 7:30 p.m. PLACE OF MEETING: City Council Chambers F. Comfort Station - Laguna Riviera Park Bids were opened today and low bid was $18,900. Mr. DeDiminicantanio moved that the low bid be accepted Mrs. Rhodes seconded the motion. Ayes G. Summary of Grant Information Received Mr. Eggleston, Administrative Assistant, has requested information on grants that could effect parks and rec- reation. Mr. Johnson stated SB 174 was passed by Governor Brown which means $32,000 to the City of Carlsbad and money for development of a regional park at Lake Calavera. Mr. Eggleston gave a brief summary of information re- ceived from state and federal agencies. Information was provided in the Commissioner's packets. Mr. Egermayer asked how much money had been granted .the City of Carlsbad so far. Mr. Johnson stated that $32,00 from SB 174 and $84,000 for the 1974 State Bond Act had been granted. DIRECTOR REPORTS: Mr. Johnson presented the summer recreation program for the Commission's approval. Mrs. Rhodes moved that the program be accepted. Mr. Schwab seconded the motion. Ayes Mr. Johnson received a proclamation of appreciation from the Boy Scouts of America for letting them use the Bicentennial Flags in the Spring Holiday Parade. Mr. Schwab read the proclamation to the Commission. —Mr. Lewis stated he had received several calls re- garding additional tennis courts being constructed on school property. He indicated the school district could not afford a joint powers agreement. Mr. Kinghorn requested a report on how much money is received by the school district through civic taxation and how it is expended. > Mr. DeDiminicantanio volunteered to research it. ADJOURNMENT; The meeting was adjourned by Chairwoman Wollrich at 9:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Sharon C. FranTclTfT/'' Recording Secretary X X X X X XX T ( i i x x xi X X