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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981-01-19; Parks & Recreation Commission; MinutesMINUTES MINUTES OF: DATE OF MEETING: TIME OF MEETING: PLACE OF MEETING: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION January -19, 1981 6:30 P.M. City Council Chambers COMMISSIONERS CALL TO ORDER was made by Chairman Hinds at 6:37 P.M. ROLL CALL; Present - George Hinds, Jeanne McFadden, Barbara Donovan, • Shirley Dahlquist, Laurie Boone, Raul Tarango, and John Murk. APPROVAL OF MINUTES; Minutes of the Regular Meeting held December 15, 1980, were approved. REQUEST TO SPEAK BY Y.M.C.A. The Commission recognized Mr. Michael Straub, representing the YMCA. Mr. Straub explained how the YMCA is funded, and the different programs and activities available. He distributed brochures of the Winter/Spring Program to the Commission for their review. He further explained how Macario Park suited their needs. Commissioner Dahlquist expressed concern about possible compe- tition with programs offered by the City. Mr. Straub responded that he would hope the two would work together in making it a cooperative effort. Commissioner McFadden questioned whether the YMCA would consider granting the City joint use of the facilities, if the City donated the land. Mr. Straub stated they have considered it, and feel it is very feasible. The Commission and Mr. Straub discussed the possibility of a trade for the land donated to the YMCA by the Kelly family. The Commission recommended that the consultant consider the feasibility of a YMCA site in the Macario Park Plan proposal. Carrillo Ranch Planning The Commission then agreed to hear from Mrs. Jane Atkins, speakinc on the Carrillo Ranch Planning issue. Mrs. Atkins explained that, along with her husband, Don Atkins, they were very interested in this project, and wanted to keep abreast of the progress in their neighborhood. Mr. . and Mrs. Atkins offered their assistance in the planning of this project, stating they have had experience in the field of development. The Commission expressed appreciation to the Atkins for their concer, and invited them to follow up on the matter. OLD BUSINESS; Y.M.C.A. Sub-Lease A brief status report and update was presented by Lynn Chase. She pointed out that they City and San Diego Gas and Electric do have a current lease; and there was a lease between the YMCA, the City, and San Diego Gas and Electric, which expired in March of 1972. Further, no information can be found that indicates the lease was ever renewed. Hinds McFadden Donovan Dahlquist Boone Tarango Murk x MINUTES Page 2 January 19, 1981 COMMISSIONERS — She continued that the Department is interested and prepared to offer programs in the lagoon, however no concrete programs have been planned at this time. She made reference to the lease between the City and San Diego Gas and Electric, and stated that there was an amendment to that lease that extended it for a ten- year period, and also provided additional land in the lagoon, and some picnic beaches. It allows for extension on a year to year basis, and it is this amendment that is active and current. In reference to the sub-lease, Mrs. Chase stated this was between the YMCA and theCity, however-, there is also a lease between the YMCA and San Diego Gas and Electric. Both expiring March 31, 1972 with no way to renew them. Bill Baldwin expressed concern that San Diego Gas and Electric has leased theland to 'two parties, due to the responsbility for liability insurance. Mr. Baldwin made a request of Lynn Chase to contact San Diego Gas and Electric, and request a copy of their updated lease. NEW BUSINESS: A. Carrillo Ranch Planning This item was discussed prior to New Business, at the request of th eCommi s s io n . B. Council Policy 27 Goals and Objectives Bill Baldwin indicated that Council would be presented with this item at their regular meeting of January 20, 1981, and he suggest- ed that the Commission submit input. He added -that the Council will hold a general meeting open to the public on Saturday, February 7, 1981. David Brads treet gave a brief status report on lagoon management. Commissioner McFadden suggested that the City establish a group, set up for maintenance at all three lagoons. David Bradstreet presented a staff report outlining the goals and objectives. The Commission had brief discussion on each of the goals outlined, and made some additions to the goals such as the middle lagoon. A motion was made to hold a workshop session to" further discuss the goals and objectives on Monday, January 26, 1981, at 6:00 PM. C. Information Packet from Council Member Anear Re School Land. Chairman Hinds briefly outlined the agreements between the City and the School District, and the Commission discussed the status of same. Commissioner Boone indicated that if the actions had been under- stood, she feels something more amenable could have been worked out. Commission filed the info and took no action. ! «> Hinds McFadden Donovan Dahlquist Boone Tarango Murk X X X X X X X "1 1 MINUTE Page 3 January 19, 1981 comi ss i ONE RS D. Facility Use Request - Harding Community Center Commissioner McFadden expressed concern over the fact that the Chamber of Commerce is not charged to use the Center, and the Little League is. David Bradstreet explained that when it is used for fund raising, they are required to pay the commercial rates; which was approved unanimously by the Commission and the Council. A motion was made to approve the request for use of the Harding Community Center, by the Carlsbad National Little League. E. Next Meeting - February 16, 1981 A motion was made to reschedule the meeting of February 16, 1981, to Monday, February 9, 1981, at 6:30 P.M. F. State Bond Projects - Proposition One David Bradstreet reported he had been waiting for. the County to schedule a meeting, and he has been notified that that first meeting will be January 29, 1981 at the County, at which time all the area representatives will meet to put together a plan of action on allocating the funds for the project. He continued that he will have a list of projects for consideration, which will have to be put into priority. The Commission will then make the recommendations to the City Council, who will approve the recommendations or adjust the priority. They will then be submitted to the State with a request for the funding. David Bradstreet concluded that the City Manager has appointed him as liaison on this project. COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT No report was given. COMMITTEE REPORTS Commissioner Tarango gave a brief report on the Coastal Commission. He covered the flower growing issue, explaining problems of local farmers due to land costs. DIRECTOR'S REPORT Swimming Pool Director Bradstreet reported that the swimming pool is on schedule, and he stated they are looking into tentative dates for ground-breaking ceremonies. He stated the ceremony has been scheduled for January 30, 1981 at 2:00 P.M. Hinds McFadden Donovan Dahlquist Boone Tarango Murk Hinds McFadden Donovan Dahlquist Boone Tarango Murk MINUTES Page 4 January 19, 1981 COMMISSIONERS Relocation of Shapell Sales Office Director Bradstreet reported that Doug Duncanson has been working along with him on this project. He added that the building will be moved Wednesday, January 21, 1981 in the A.M. Buena Vista Lagoon Director Bradstreet reported that the committee has been meeting regularly, and Mr. Skotnicki has been elected as permanent Chairman. Mr. Skotnicki is recommending to Council that the committee be permanent. Director Bradstreet briefly covered the duties of the committee. He added that funding has been the issue. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS Chairman Hinds reported that he had submitted his resignation, and this would be his last meeting. Director Bradstreet pointed out that the Vice-chairman is Commissioner Dahlquist, and she will be chairing the meetings for the remainder of the year. The Commission agreed that the new Vice-chairman will be appointed at the next meeting. ADJOURNMENT By proper motion, the meeting was adjourned, at 9:23 P.M., to Monday, January 26, 1981 at 6:00 P.M., in the Council Chambers. Ann Moyer, Minutes Clerk