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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-01-16; Parks & Recreation Commission; MinutesMinutes of: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Time of Meeting: 5:00 P.M. Date of Meeting: January 16, 1995 Place of Meeting: City Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER Chairman Heineman called the Regular Meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Chairman Heineman, Commissioners Baker, Holmes, and Schulberg Absent: Commissioners Cox, Pieratt and Ward Staff Members Present: David Bradstreet, Director, Community Services Department Keith Beverly, Senior Management Analyst Doug Duncanson, Park Superintendent Ken Price, Recreation Superintendent Mark Steyaert, Park Development Coordinator John Cahill, Municipal Projects Manager ANNOUNCEMENTS None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES ACTION: On motion by Chairman Heineman, the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held December 19, 1994, were approved as amended. AYES: Chairman Heineman, Commissioners Baker, Holmes, and Schulberg NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Commissioners Cox, Pieratt, and Ward PRESENTATIONS Ken Price, Recreation Superintendent, and Chairman Heineman, presented volunteer recognition awards to the following people: Recognition Awards went to Jane Johns, Keith Mahler, Dave Oxley, David Sheets, and Robert Trout; Special Achievement Awards went to Dori Galucci, Delores Lukina, Mike Pfankuch, Sonja Dector, and Whit Rowlett; Service Awards were presented to Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation, Carlsbad Evening Rotary Club, Carlsbad Youth Baseball, Coldwell Banker, Calavo Growers of California, Culligan Water, Fleet Feet Sports of Solana Beach, Kruger House Benefit Committee, La Costa Youth Organization, San -- 04 Parks and Recreation Commission - 2 - January 16, 1995 Diego Gas & Electric, That Pizza Place, Witt's Carlsbad Pipelnes, and Cobra Golf; Media Awards were presented to: Daniels Cablevision, Inc., Foundation for Carlsbad Community Television, and The Blade Citizen. Additional awards were given for Achievement and Service to San Diego Triathalon and Gurajan Dourson. PUBLIC OPEN FORUM None. APPROVAL OF AGENDA ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Holmes, the Agenda for January 16, 1995 was approved as printed. AYES: Chairman Heineman, Commissioners Baker, Holmes, and Schulberg NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Commissioners Cox, Pieratt, and Ward CONSENT CALENDAR 1. AB #195-1 DIRECTOR'S REPORT To accept and file the Director's Report for January 1995. 2. AB #195-2 SUMMARY REPORT To approve, accept, and file the Summary Report of the December 19, 1994 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting. ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Holmes, Items AB #195-1 and AB #195-2 of the Consent Calendar for January 16, 1995 were approved. AYES: Chairman Heineman, Commissioners Baker, Holmes, and Schulberg NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Commissioners Cox, Pieratt, and Ward PUBLIC HEARINGS None. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS 3. AB #195-3 GOLF COURSE DEVELOPMENT UPDATE David Bradstreet, Director, Community Services, introduced the Item and indicated that John Cahill, Municipal Projects Manager, Mark Steyaert, Park Development --05 Parks and Recreation Commission - 3 - January 16, 1995 Coordinator, and himself were part of the project team. Mr. Cahill updated the Commission on the status of the project and explained that escrow was closed on the parcel. He discussed the location of the golf course, and explained what would be included in a championship golf level package. (Commissioner Cox arrived at 5:30 p.m.) Mr. Cahill further discussed the Carlsbad Ranch Project and what was involved. He explained it was immediately to the west of the City proposed golf course and would also include golf holes. He added there was a possibility of including the 9 holes into the City project which would result in a total of 27 golf holes. He stated that there would be no further activity until all land was acquired and negotiations were completed with the Carlsbad Ranch project. He mentioned this would take approximately 3-6 months. Questions and discussions included the following issues: • Whether 250 acres was enough land for the proposed 700 yard course, driving range and other amenities • Name of the golf course architects • Compromise to fit in public/private play • Features of a resort course vs. a public course ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Holmes, AB #195-3, to accept and file the staff update. AYES: Chairman Heineman, Commissioners Cox, Baker, Holmes, and Schulberg NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Commissioners Pieratt and Ward 4. AB #195-4 CITIZEN REQUEST REGARDING TREE REMOVALS Keith Beverly, Senior Management Analyst, presented the staff presentation on this item. He indicated that citizens had requested that the City establish a more formalized citizen review before removing significant trees, and explained that this request was a result of the removal of several eucalyptus trees on Washington Street. He described the process in detail and indicated that saving the trees would have created an unsafe condition. Mr. Beverly mentioned that Mr. Bilchik's concern was that there was inadequate citizen notification about the removal of these trees. Mr. Beverly also mentioned that staff felt there was adequate public review and explained what was done before the trees were removed. He indicated that the project would have required a redesign to save the trees and that it was not ~ 06 Parks and Recreation Commission - 4 - January 16, 1995 feasible. He suggested that a Citizen Review Process could be considered in addition to Parks and Recreation Administrative Policy #31. In addressing Mr. Bilchik's concerns, he stated that the Parks & Recreation Commission could direct staff to bring any issues relating to the removal of significant trees before the Commission. Questions and discussions included the following issues: • Size and age of a significant tree • Other trees which were not removed due to citizen's protest • Whether it was feasible to plant small trees on the project ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Cox for the continuance of the present policy with potential developers to notify citizens and the Commission if any removal of significant trees is contemplated. AYES: Chairman Heineman, Commissioners Cox, Baker, Holmes, and Schulberg NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Commissioners Pieratt and Ward 5. AB #195-5 POINSETTIA COMMUNITY PARK DEVELOPMENT UPDATE Mark Steyaert, Park Development Coordinator, gave the staff presentation on this item. He discussed the background of Poinsettia Park in detail and showed slides indicating the park's location and access. He discussed the historical background of the park, including citizen input and the City Council approval of the Master Plan in 1992. He also provided details of the Master Plan. Mr. Steyaert described the overall park project and discussed what would be completed in each of the phases and the time frame involved, including the proposed opening of the park in 1996. Questions and discussions included the following issues: • Probability of adding two additional ballfields in Phase 1 • Suggestion of adding tennis as soon as possible • Recommendation to add staircase for residents across the street as soon as possible • Conditions for establishing priorities for amenities being included in Phase 1 • Importance of staff keeping Commission posted as to what amenities can be added 07 Parks and Recreation Commission - 5 - January 16, 1995 ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Cox, AB #195-5, to accept and file the staff update. AYES: Chairman Heineman, Commissioners Cox, Baker, Holmes, and Schulberg NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Commissioners Pieratt and Ward 6. AB #195-6 CARRILLO RANCH MASTER PLAN CONSULTANT SELECTION COMMITTEE Chairman Heineman selected Commissioner Holmes and himself to serve on the Master Plan Consultant Selection Committee. ACTION: On motion by Chairman Heineman, AB #195-6, to select Chairman Heineman and Commissioner Holmes to serve on the Master Plan Consultant Selection Committee. AYES: Chairman Heineman, Commissioners Cox, Baker, Holmes, and Schulberg NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Commissioners Pieratt and Ward 7. AB #195-7 LARWIN PARK MASTER PLAN/LAWN BOWLING AMENITY Mark Steyart gave the staff presentation on this item. He reviewed the conceptual plan for Larwin Park and pointed out the location on the map. He stated that it was a passive park, scaled back considerably from the original plans for the park. David Bradstreet, explained that money was transferred from Larwin Park to Poinsettia Park since there was no other park in the same quadrant as Poinsettia Park. He stated that the Lawn Bowling Association had requested lawn bowling at this park and explained the specific changes to the area involved. Questions and discussions included the following issues: • Recommendation that commissioners who have not seen the park should look at the area • Location of residential homes surrounding the lawn bowling area • Amount of noise from lawn bowling Jim Whittaker, a Senior Commissioner, described lawn bowling and discussed how much area would be required. He said lawn bowling could accommodate a lot of people, and was well recognized around the world. He mentioned that he currently drives 24 miles three times a week to the nearest lawn bowling area. He indicated that he conducted a small survey and had 46 interested names on one of the lists. - 08 Parks and Recreation Commission -6-January 16, 1995 Mr. Whittaker was confident that there would be at least 100 members in the association. He discussed artificial bowling greens, what they were made up of, and how they were maintained. Mr. Whittaker emphasized that the members of the lawn association could maintain the area themselves. He pointed out that lawn bowling was a popular Canadian sport and that many Canadians visit the area during the winter months. He summarized by saying lawn bowling was attractive, quiet, emphasized etiquette, and all members of a family could participate on an equal basis. Further questions and discussions included the following issues: • Underlayment required under the carpet • Equipment needed • Alternative options to lawn bowling • Requirement of a 800 square foot building to be used to store equipment and a vacuum cleaner and a place for holding meetings ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Baker, AB #195-7, to instruct staff to pursue the possibility of having lawn bowling at Larwin Park. AYES: Chairman Heineman, Commissioners Cox, Baker, Holmes, and Schulberg NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Commissioners Pieratt and Ward 8.AB #195-8 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION WORKSHOP Chairman Heineman explained the purpose of a Parks and Recreation Commission Workshop. Further discussion was held as to the best time and place for the Workshop. ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Holmes, AB #195-8, to schedule the Parks and Recreation Commission Workshop for March 20, 1995 at 4:00 p.m., location to be determined. AYES: Chairman Heineman, Commissioners Cox, Baker, Holmes, and Schulberg NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Commissioners Pieratt and Ward 09 Parks and Recreation Commission - 7 - January 16, 1995 9. AB #195-9 FEBRUARY PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Cox, AB #195-9, to cancel the February meeting. AYES: Chairman Heineman, Commissioners Cox, Baker, Holmes, and Schulberg NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Commissioners Pieratt and Ward COMMITTEE REPORTS None. AGENDA ITEMS FOR MARCH None. ADJOURNMENT ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Holmes to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 6:40 p.m. AYES: Chairman Heineman, Commissioners Cox, Baker, Holmes, and Schulberg NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Commissioners Pieratt and Ward Respectfully submitted, Ruth Stark Minutes Clerk 10 JAM 1-95 WED 3:34 PM STAGECOACH PARK FAX NO. 6197537931 P. 2 RECOGNITION AWARD The Recognition Award is given to an individual who has performed a service to the Recreation Division In an outstanding and highly meritorious manner during the past year. Jean BaUard Fred Becker BUI Brecht Don Fox BobLoughrey Mike McFadden Pennle Mclaughlin George Pena TerflTalbot Triathlon, Halloween Carnival Youth Basketball Triathlon (Donated lead race car) Youth Basketball Dance Recital Dance Recital (Recorded audio tape*) Aqua Hedionda Lagoon CPR Class for Pr«-school Instructors Triathlon (Race announcer) JettWustman Body Surfing Contest, Halloween Carnival, Haunted Mansion Harding Community Center facility Krueger House (Bookcase) Triathlon, Halloween Carnival Youth Basketball Youth Basketball JAN-11-95 WED 3:34 ?M STAGECOACH PARK FAX NO. 6197537931 P. 3 SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD The Special Achievement Award is given to an Individual who ha$ served the Recre- ation Division In on exceptional manner for a period of at least 3 years. Jearie Boling Sandy Cautter Douraon Barbara Ehrmentrout Aaron English Dennlt Faherty Kurt FltopovKch Jack Gettosky Bruco Jordan Elaine Loughrey Deteres Lukma Kathy Musselman Mike Pfankucn Nancy Rob*rt»on W Iwwlelt Don Seltzer Carollee Shea Anne Simpson SonfaOector Dance Recital Dance Recital Triathlon Triathlon (race seminars) (medical t«nt) Dance Recital Youth Basketball Youth Basketball Dance Recital Youth Basketball Youth Basketball Dance Recital Tennis Camp Dance Recital Youth Basketball, High School Basketball Tourney, support of employee of quarter awards program Dance Recital Bodysurfing Contest Katie York Youth Basketball Triathlon Dance Recital Dance Recital Dance Recital (Medical supplies, medical tent) 12 JAN-11-95WED 3:35 PM STAGECOACH PARK FAX NO. 6197537931 P. 5 MEDIA AWARD The Media Award Is given to newspaper, publication radio station or television station for excellent coverage of a Carlsbad Recreation Division program, project, event or department function. In addition to the above qualifications, the recipient must also at least meet one of the following criteria: if Has accepted responsibilities and performed service above and beyond accepted standards. & Has Initiated innovative programming, design or development. if Has volunteered In at least two Recreation Division activities in a one-year period in an exceptional manner. •A: Has made a contribution to the Recreation Division which benefits the community or agency. i( Has performed an outstanding contribution toward conduction of a Community Services program or activity. if Has shown outstanding leadership as a volunteer. Daniels Cablevlslon, Inc. Triathlon , video coverage & commercials FOundOftorr for Carlsbad Community Television Triathlon (Funded i of race video) Blade Citizen Bodysurf ing,Halloween Carnival, Haunted Mansion 13 JAN-i1-95 WED 3:34 PM STAGECOACH PARK FAX NO. 6197537931 P. 4 SERVICE AWARD The Servlg© Award is given to a club. organization or business that has made an exceptional contribution to a program, project or event which has directly benefited the public. lagoon Foundation Coastal Clean-up Triathlon California State Lifeguards Capital Bank vetting notary wvN Banker Beach Head Worn La Costa/Leucadia Soccer Club Triathlon, Body Surf in? Contest Spring Egg Hunts Installed playground equipment- Scout House Chase Field maintenance Golf Clinic Spring Egg Hunts Triathlon Triathlon Body Surfing Contest Support of Kruger House Soil amenities for Stagecoach ballfields Youth baseball & Softball- South East Quadrant North Getmty Presbyterian Church Youth Basketball, High School Basketball xoume Smith ft Nephew/Don Joy ^that Ptaza Place —" \ Upper Deck Triathlon Triathlon (Parking lot) High School Basketball Tourney, Youth Basketball Youth Basketball, High School Basketball Tourney, support of employee of the quarter award program Youth Baseball Clinic, High School Basketball Tourney Bodysurfing Contest 14