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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-09-16; Parks & Recreation Commission; MinutesMinutes of: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Time of Meeting: 5:30 P.M. Date of Meeting: September 16, 1996 Place of Meeting: City Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER Chairman Schulberg called the Regular Meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Chairman Schulberg, Commissioners Baker, Cox, Cunningham, Richards, and Davidson Absent: Commissioner Pieratt Staff Members Present: Keith Beverly, Senior Management Analyst Ken Price, Recreation Superintendent Mark Steyeart, Park Development Coordinator Doug Duncanson, Park Superintendent Scott Schedell, Associate Engineer Commissioner Pieratt arrived at 5:35 p.m. ANNOUNCEMENTS None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Richards, the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on August 19, 1996, were approved as printed. AYES: Chairman Schulberg, Commissioners Baker, Cunningham, Richards, Cox, Davidson, and Pieratt NOES: - None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None PRESENTATIONS None. PUBLIC OPEN FORUM None. 0 4 Parks and Recreation Commission -2- September 16,1996 APPROVAL OF AGENDA ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Baker, the Agenda for September 16, 1996 was approved as printed. AYES: Chairman Schulberg, Commissioners Baker, Cunningham, Richards, Cox, Davidson, and Pieratt NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None CONSENT CALENDAR 1. AB #996-1 DIRECTOR'S REPORT To accept and file the Director's Report for September 1996. 2. AB #996-2 SUMMARY REPORT To approve, accept and file the Summary Report of the August 1996 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting. 3. AB #996-3 RECEIPT OF DONATIONS/TRIATHLON To receive donations in support of the 1996 Carlsbad Triathlon and recommend acceptance by the City Council. 4. AB #996-4 RECEIPT OF DONATIQNS/BODYSURFING CONTEST To receive donations in support of the Annual Bodysurfing Contest and recommend acceptance by the City Council. ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Richards, Items AB #996-1, AB #996-2, AB #996-3, and AB #996-4 of the Consent Calendar for September 16, 1996 were approved. AYES:- Chairman Schulberg, Commissioners Baker, Cunningham, Richards, Cox, Davidson, and Pieratt NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS 5. AB #996-5 REQUEST FOR TREE(S) REMOVAL AT 3280 DONNA DRIVE Keith Beverly, Senior Management Analyst, gave the staff presentation on this item. He explained that the Engineering Department was in the planning stages for a street overlay commencing Spring 1997 and added that the Department recommended removing several of the trees on the street. He stated that the residents at 3280 Donna Drive did not want to have the trees removed outside their home. 05 Parks and Recreation Commission -3- September 16,1996 Mr. Beverly explained the reasons for the recommendation for removal of the trees, as outlined in the memos included in the Commissioners' packets. He showed slides of the trees. Questions and discussion included the following issues: • Actual size of 24" boxed trees • Status of other trees in the area • Clarification of damage to the curbs and street caused by root damage from the trees • Restoration and replacement of plants • Length of time before new trees become full grown • Alternative solutions • Timing for installation of sidewalk • Cost of relocating the trees Mary Jean Wood, 3280 Donna Drive, Carlsbad, addressed the Parks and Recreation Commission on the tree removal issue. She explained that the trees were planted in 1972 when the Woods first moved into the house. She stated that removal of the trees would change the character of the property and area. She explained that when the curbs and gutters were repaired previously, they were not done properly, and added that the roots only caused a minor problem to the curb. Mrs. Wood questioned why the street had to be overlaid. She said that she was advised by a local nursery that the trees had reached maximum growth and that trimming the roots near the trees should not cause them to fall over. She added that the trees were dependent on rain for water and proposed deep watering the trees to curtail any further problems. Mrs. Wood mentioned that it might be ten years before the sidewalks were put in place and that no one else in the area had sidewalks. She added that she was concerned that smaller trees replacing the larger trees would change the character of the City, and that she was very upset about removal of the trees because it would change the character of her home. Jim Wood, 3280 Donna Drive, Carlsbad, asked for a list of the neighbors in the area who approved removal of their trees. He explained how the trees could be pruned and described a deep watering plan for the trees which might cause the trees to stop spreading. Mr. Wood added that standing water on Donna Drive was evident along the street and that he did not think it was a major problem. He questioned resurfacing the street since he only observed minor cracks, and mentioned that the street had been resurfaced previously. Gary Hill, 3289 Donna Drive, Carlsbad, explained that there was little need to replace the curbs and gutters. He stated that there was little damage to the street except in front of a vacant lot and that he recommended using City funds for another purpose. Mr. Hill mentioned that the trees gave the City and neighborhoods significant 06 Parks and Recreation Commission -4- September 16, 1996 character, and that the removal of the trees would change the character of the street significantly. Mr. Hill added that he felt that all citizens of Carlsbad should be informed if there was an overall plan to remove trees in the City. Questions and discussion included the following issues: Consequences of pruning the trees on one side • Actual condition of the street • Feasibility of putting in a sidewalk at the present time • Alternatives to cutting down the trees ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Baker, Item AB #996-5, to turn this item over to the Street Tree Subcommittee of the Parks and Recreation Commission to research and determine the best way to solve the problem. AYES: Chairman Schulberg, Commissioners Baker, Cunningham, Richards, Cox, Davidson, and Pieratt NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None 6. AB #996-6 AGUA HEDIONDA LAGOON FOUNDATION (AHLR REQUEST Commissioner Richards mentioned that he was on the Board of Directors of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation. Since the item was an informational item, it was decided that he would stay in attendance but would not vote on the item. Keith Beverly gave the staff presentation on this item. He explained that staff received a request from Bob Wilkinson to bring the item before the Parks and Recreation Commission. He referred to the letter received by Chairman Schulberg, which was contained in the Commissioners' packets. He added that Mr. Wilkinson was requesting an independent study of the recreational potential of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon and discussed the request in detail. Mr. Beverly stated that a study was being made of the southern portion of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon, and as a result of a recent request made to the City Council, the study may be expanded to include all of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon. Mr. Beverly suggested that the Parks and Recreation Commission wait until the City Council determines whether or not to include the entire Agua Hedionda Lagoon in the study. Gary Hill, 3289 Donna Drive, Carlsbad, stated that he was speaking as a citizen, Director of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation, and Director of Facilities for the Gemological Institute of America. He stated that he had several concerns. He mentioned that the recreational value of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon should be concentrated on and expressed concern that the landowner could remove all 07 Parks and Recreation Commission -5- September 16,1996 recreation from the Agua Hedionda Lagoon. He added that he felt that the Agua Hedionda Lagoon was underutilized and that there were other potential uses, including beach material with shallow water for young children, trails, etc. Bob Wilkinson, 2277 Cameo Road, Carlsbad, stated that he was representing the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation. He mentioned that the City parks did not provide a venue for all types of recreation and that the Agua Hedionda Lagoon could be used for more active types of recreation. He said that the Agua Hedionda Lagoon was underutilized and that a comprehensive analysis should be undertaken. Mr. Wilkinson mentioned an informal survey where people stated they would be interested in using the Agua Hedionda Lagoon for hiking and swimming. Tom King, 4781 Gateshead Road, Carlsbad, mentioned that he agreed with the other speakers. He added that he was President of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation and said that the Agua Hedionda Lagoon was unique. He mentioned that the community was growing around the Agua Hedionda Lagoon and that a study should be undertaken to determine the best way that the Agua Hedionda Lagoon could serve the public. Mr. King stated that if implementation was done properly, people would use the Agua Hedionda Lagoon for recreational activities. Questions and discussion included the following issues: • Clarification that the speakers wanted the highest and best use in terms of recreation on the Agua Hedionda Lagoon; not necessarily more boats and people on the Agua Hedionda Lagoon • Consideration of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon as an aquatic park, and making a determination based upon the best type of recreational activities to be used over a period of time • Receipt of a grant from the Coast Conservancy to the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation for preparation of a framework plan • Premature timing for action to act now until the City Council determines the scope of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon study. ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Davidson, Item AB #996-6, to accept the recommendation by staff to return to the Parks and Recreation Commission at a future date as more information and clarity as to the scope of the proposed Agua Hedionda Lagoon Study becomes available. AYES: Chairman Schulberg, Commissioners Baker, Cunningham, Cox, Davidson, and Pieratt NOES: None ABSTAIN: Commissioner Richards ABSENT: None 08 Parks and Recreation Commission -6- September 16,1996 COMMITTEE REPORTS 1. Chairman Schulberg and Commissioner Davidson presented an update on the Carrillo Ranch Master Plan Steering Committee. 2. Keith Beverly and Ken Price, Recreation Superintendent, presented an update on the Skateboard Committee. AGENDA ITEMS FOR OCTOBER 1996 COMMISSION MEETING 1. Status of the City Trail system, specifically around Agua Hedionda Lagoon. ADJOURNMENT ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Cox to adjourn the Regular Meeting at 7:00 p.m. AYES: Chairman Schulberg, Commissioners Baker, Cunningham, Richards, Cox, Davidson, and Pieratt NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None Respectfully submitted, Stark Minutes Clerk 09