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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-03-15; Parks & Recreation Commission; MinutesMINUTES MEETING OF: DATE OF MEETING: TIME OF MEETING: PLACE OF MEETING: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION March 15, 1982 6:30 P.M. Levante Community Center COMMISSIONERS CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Vice-chairman Murk at 6:37 P.M. ROLL CALL Present - Murk, Donovan, McFadden, and McKee. Absent - Dahlquist, Boone, and Wright. Also present were: David Bradstreet, Director of Parks and Recreation Doug Duncanson, Parks Superintendent Bob Wilkinson, Park Planner Frank Aleshire, City Manager Claude Lewis, Council Liaison Ann Kulchin, Council Member APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of the Regular Meeting, held February 1, 1982, were continued to the next meeting, due to lack of a voting quorum. NEW BUSINESS Alta Mira Adopt-A-Park Area Request Director Bradstreet gave a staff report on the matter. Mr. George Rogers, representing the Alta Mira #4 Homeowners Association, addressed the Commission and explained the requests of the Association, essentially as contained in their letter to the Commission. With the aid of a wall exhibit, Mr. Ernie Pruitt, Alta Mira #4 Landscape Committee, continued the presentation, outlining the proposed uses for the open space area. Mr. Rogers responded to Commission questions regarding the RV expansion, and indicated they are proposing an additional 18 spaces to the existing 42 spaces, which would only be for use by the Association. He further indicated that the proposed development would be phased, as they are looking at a long term lease, subject to conceptual approval by the Commission and City Council. In response to Commission query with regard to fees, Mr. Rogers explained that funding will be generated through a small increase in the Homeowners Association dues. He added that it would also be possible to obtain additional revenue by charging fees for public use. The Commission approved the Adopt-A-Park request in concept, and directed Staff to prepare the necessary documents for future Commission approval; to include special attention to the percentage for the RV park land. Carlsbad Boys and Girls Club Request - Levante Park Director Bradstreet gave a brief staff report on the matter, and indicated that the request would not conflict with the City's existing programs, but would be supplemental to same. Murk McFadden Donovan McKee MINUTES March 15, 1982 Page 2 COMMISSIONERS Director Bradstreet continued that the request has been cleared through the Encinitas School District, and briefly outlined same with the aid of wall exhibits. Mr. Dan Sherlock, Executive Director of the Carlsbad Boys and Girls Club, addressed the Commission. Mr. Sherlock explained that the Carlsbad Boys and Girls Club has been offered a grant to provide services to the children of the La Costa area, and indicated their belief that the Levate School site would be the most logical site for the temporary facility. He showed a slide presentation of other facilities used by Boys and Girls Clubs throughout Southern California, and requested Commission approval of a sub-lease agreement to accomodate their proposal. Commission discussion related to potential impacts on the neighborhood, staffing, and hours of operation. Also discussed was the issue of grading, and Director Bradstreet indicated that Staff could handle same in- house. Club will work with the City to assure the facilities are compatible and in conformance with the surrounding area. Mr. Sherlock continued to respond to Commission questions regarding a permanent facility, and indicated that they are looking at potential sites through private developers. He added that by the end of the lease, they hope to be in construction at another location for a permanent facility. Mr. John Mitchell, member of the La Costa Youth Organization and Carlsbad Boys and Girls Club, addressed the Commission. Mr. Mitchell indicated that there would be no over-lapping of activities between the two organizations, and spoke in favor of the proposal. Director Bradstreet indicated that Staff will keep a master calendar of activites and use of the fields, in order to coordinate activities of the various organizations. Mr. Joe Holt, President of the Carlsbad Boys and Girls Club, addressed the Commission. Mr. Holt indicated that the Boys and Girls Club will take whatever actions necessary to accomodate the surrounding neighborhood. The Commission recommended approval of a sub-lease for a portion of the Levante School/Park area for a temporary facility. Request to conduct Wind-Surfing Classes on Agua Hedionda Lagoon Director Bradstreet gave a staff report on the matter. Mr. Steve Bulger, IWSS Certified Instructor, representing Internatinal Windsurfer Sailing Schools, addressed the Commission. Mr. Bulger gave a presentation on the matter, and indicated that they are requesting approval from the City to use the Agua Hedionda inner lagoon as a teaching and rental site for the International Windsurfing Sailing School classes. Murk McFadden Donovan McKee MINUTES March 15, 1982 Page 3 COMMISSIONERS Mr. Bulger continued his presentation, indicating that the City would be insured, at no cost to the City. He added that he is proposing the sport be re-established on the lagoon, with the possibility of seasonal permits. Mr. Mike Oddi, Supervisor Instructor for the International Windsurfer Sailing Schools at Mission Bay in San Diego, addressed the Commission. Mr. Oddi discussed safety training, and indicated that out of approximately 2000 students, there have been no accidents. He added that the sport would also provide revenue for the City, and requested Commission consideration of same. Commissioner McKee expressed concern with regard to limited launch access, and restricted water space. He suggested that if the desire of the Commission was to approve the request, it should be conditioned to restrict the use to specific times. Mr. Bulger indicated he has been in contact with Mr. Dave Sammons, Manager of the lagoon, who has agreed to rope off a secton of the lagoon to accomodate the windsurfing classes. Commission discussion related to safety hazards with regard to joint usage of the lagoon, and the feasibility of using the middle lagoon which is leased to the City and the YMCA by SDG&E. Commissioner McKee expressed concern with regard to joint usage, but agreed that everyone should be accomodated. In discussion with the audience, it was suggested that the use be approved for a time specific during the day, similar to the operation at Mission Bay, and that rules and regulations be set for sailing and sailboating. Concern was expressed that the lagoon is monopolized by the power-boaters, and an equitable solution to the matter was requested. In response to Commission query regarding fees, Mr. Oddi indicated that the IWSS charges $60.00 for the classes, which consist of two 3-hour sessions, with four students at a time. He added that the students spend a total of 1 and 1/2 hours on the water. Council Member Lewis suggested that Staff contact Mr. Dave Sammons to discuss an equitable arrangement for parking. Following discussion, the Commission directed Staff to further study the matter, and make recommendations to provide time for the sport on the inner or middle lagoons. RECESS Vice-Chairman Murk called a recess at 8:53 P.M., and the Commission reconvened at 9:01 P.M., with four members present. OLD BUSINESS Landscape Median Design Standard Director Bradstreet gave an introduction on the matter. Murk McFadden Donovan McKee MINUTES COMMISSIONERS Director Bradstreet continued that Council approved Alternative "B" by a 3 to 2 vote. He added that Rick Engineering suggested that raised medians be installed only at intersections for traffic control. They felt the remainder of the median should be striped, due to the cost to the developer to put in the raised median, as suggested by Staff. Director Bradstreet further indicated that there was some concern raised with regard to the maintenance costs of landscaped medians, and it was felt that the proposed estimates were low. He concluded by requesting that the Commission re-affirm the Staff recommendation with some modifications in landscaping. Bob Wilkinson, Park Planner, continued the staff report with the aid of wall exhibits outlining the median island study. He showed a slide presentation on different types of medians in other cities, and indicated that Staff is proposing a low-drought tolerant landscape plan for the landscape portion of the medians. The City Manager suggested that Staff take into consideration ways to get the maintenance vehicles out of traffic if Alternative "A" is approved, in order to maintain the medians. Commission discussion related to estimated costs for the different alternatives, the prime and arterial roads that would be involved, and emergency vehicle access over the raised median islands. Also discussed were maintenance costs, and costs for construction. Vice-Chairman Murk suggested that the Commission consider a combination of Alternatives "A" and "C", which would allow the developer input. Following discussion, the Commission recommended Alternative "A". ADDITIONAL BUSINESS Agreement between Carlsbad Unified School District and City of Carlsbad. Director Bradstreet requested the Commission review the draft agreement, and submit comments and input to him by the end of the week. State Beaches Director Bradstreet reported that the State Parks and Recreation Department will hold a meeting on Wednesday, March 17, 1982 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers with regard to designs for parking and restrooms for the state beaches. DIRECTOR'S REPORT In the interest of time, Director Bradstreet continued his report to the naxt meeting, but indicated that all projects are going well. • Murk McFadden Donovan McKee X X X X X MINUTES March 15, 1982 ^ \'/ Page 5 COMMISSIONERS X£V$pN&'iPN ADJOURNMENT By proper motion the meeting was adjourned at 9:54 P.M. Respectfully Submitted, Ann R. Alleman Minutes Clerk Director-David Bradstreet Harding Community Center 3096 Harding Street Carlsbad, CA 92008 March 24, 1982 Dear Mr, Bradstreet, As an Assembly of God Minister pioneering a new church in the La Costa Community, I have been seeking an available and appropriate place in which Sunday morning services may be held temporarily. After speaking with Christine Meis, Recreational Supervisor for the Harding Community Center, I am in addition to the application previously completed, writing this letter to better inform you of the ministry that La Costa Christian Fellowship A/G will have on our community. The church is an affiliated Assembly of^ God organization like unto no other denomination either beginning or established in La Costa. This ministry I feel, will benefit the spiritual, emotional and mental needs of all ages in our community It is with a strong lave for people and a deep desire to minister to these needs that my wife and I have stepped out and began this work. Our past backgrounds include: Pastoring, counseling (of all ages), serving as youth directors and Christian Education teachers for pre- school ages, planning "all age" activities, and serving as staff Chaplain at Scripps Memorial Hospital in Encinitas. After much checking and seeking, the La Vante Community Center not only seems to be the perfect facilities and ideal location to fit our needs, but at present proves to be the only building that might be available to us in La Costa at this time. I appreciate very much the time you take in reviewing this letter and also our application; and I would be more than happy to make myself available to you for any further information you might need, and/or for a personal interview if you so desire. (If needed, please phone me at your convenience at 438-3774)• Thank you Mr. Bradstreet. Sincerely, Pastor/ La Cos) ry D. Holley/ Christian Fellowship A/G GH/gh 1200 ELM AVENUE CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA 92008 TELEPHONE: (714) 438-5571 Citp of Cartefrafc PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT March 30, 1982 Pastor Gary D. Holley 2721 Abejorro Carlsbad, Ca. 92008 Dear Pastor Holley: Thank you for your letter of March 24, 1982 concerning the use of Levante Community Center, I sincerely appreciate your efforts to establish a Sunday morning Worship Service in the La Costa area. However, our rules and regulations regarding facility us.e state, "Use of facilities for purposes of political persuasion or religious services shall not be granted." If you disagree with this action, you have the option to appeal to the Parks and Recreation Commission. The Commission me third Monday of the month at the City Council Chambers at/7 Please contact Marsha Backlund at H38-5571 if you wish to your request on the Commission's agenda. I wish you succe your endeavor to organize your church. David Bradstreet Park S Recreation Director DB:hlj RECEIVED MAR 1 6 1932 March 13, 1982. Dave Bradstreet, Director Parks and Recreation Department Calrsbad, Ca. Dear Dave: I want to protest the new source of nuissxce to those of us who live across from the so-called 'park1 on Levante St. Boys and Girls Clubs will be swarming all summer with children whose parents, for one reason or another, want them cared for in some other place. As with all else that has transpired at the Levante site, the people most affected by its presence have not been given a voice in decisions. The public\toilet was at the ground-breaking stage when first we knew of it. I realize that that event was before your time with the department. Now we are told that we are to have another accomplished project over there. You have had an opportunity to talk with us about plans before bringing them to (tuition. But, once more, we have it foisted upon us. Our concil representative has not bothered to do more than give useitephone numbers so that WE may complain, and we have no other choice but to make our views known directly to you. No park in Carlsbad is so disreputable to see- The injury of having a public toilet directly across the street is now com- pounded by having the insult of additional facilities with no plan to improve the looks of the place, or to plant hedges, put steps into place so that it resembles a park, rather than an empty lot used for whatever people choose to do there. A hedge along the street, pecjjaps a fence and a walk-way down to the playing field, as much green as possible would alay some of the problems, I have talked twice, now, about it and hope that one of these days we may see some eeridence of the city's desire to be a good neighbor to ALL of its citizens. Very truly yours, ikzfczu- CJ (Mrs. John S. Lockwood) 3036 Levante Carlsbad, CA. 1200 ELM AVENUE ^^^5^^ TELEPHONE: CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA 92008 g| ^SSs^, El , (714)438-5571 Cttp of Cartebab PdflKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT March 18, 1982 Mrs. Gertrude Lockwood 3036 Levante Carlsbad, CA 92008 ' '.' Dear Mrs. Lockwood: Thank you for your, letter of March 13, 1982 regarding Levante School/Park issues. Please be assured that the City and especially our depart- ment is aware of the parking, dust, noise, aesthics, and increase in use of the park site. We will continue to attempt to solve as many of the problems as possible. The City has received numerous complaints regarding lack of facilities. The Levante School/Park site is the only site in south Carlsbad where active play can take place. The temporary Boys and Girls Club facility, in my opinion, will not create additional problems but rather provide added security for the entire area. It will also serve as an additional wholesome recreational outlet for youths. * Our department, on a phased basis, will be installing additional turf, trees, low hedges, and groundcover all along the Levante Street frontage. These improvements will be completed within a year. Hopefully the planned improve- ments will alleviate the majority of your and your neighbors' concerns. Sincerely, - David Bradstreet Parks and Recreation Director DLB:kap cc: Frank Aleshire, City Manager Dan Sherlock, Boys S Girls Club Director Doug Duncanson, Parks Superintendent MONTHLY REPORT TO : Frank Aleshire, City Manager FROM: David Bradstreet , Parks and Recreation Director DATE: April 15, 1982 PARKS DIVISION: Work Accomplished Street Trees Trimmed 127 Weed Acreage Abated _ 3_ Citizen Complaint/Requests 29 Emergency Hours 12^ Landscape Plans Reviewed 25 Trees Removed 8 Stumps Removed 13 Landscaped Areas Maintained Parks 112 acres Right of Ways - 7 acres Open Space - 0 acres Personnel Part-TimeAssigned: Full-Time 19 Sick Leave Hours 9 1 Vacation Hours 1 C.E.T. Youth Court Release Hours 84 Spec! al Pr o j e c t s 1. Installed backstop, fencing, benches, drinking fountain, bases, infield soil, and graded infields at Levante School/Park. 2. Continued beach clean-up program. 3. Prepared new modular area at City Hall for landscape (removed asphalt ) . - 1 - 4. Constructed balance beam for Recreation Division. 5. Widened gate at Pine Field to accommodate Street Sweeper. 6. Installed shades at Heritage Kail. 7. Set up Levante Center for Council and Commission meeting. 8. Installed fencing for tot lot area at Kruger House. 9. Applied insecticide systemically to Pine trees in La Costa area. 10. Spread and rototilled soil amendments Clandscape preparation) in at Levante Community Center. 11. Had Cadencia surveyed and marked out for electrical and telephone lines. . Issues and Trends 1. Annual ballfield preparation made for league play. DLB:DJD:kap - 2 — CITY QT CARLSBAD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION LEVANTE COMMUNITY CENTER March 15, 1982 A G E N D A 1. CALL TO ORDER 6:30 PM 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OP MINUTES M . OLD BUSINESS A-_._C o u n c 1 1 d I r e c t e d s t a i: i 1 : o r e v I e w t h e e x i s t i n g median standard. Staff will give presentation. Re p o r t A" 1 1 a c h e d . NEW BUSINESS A. Al"ta_M;-Lr3_Ad_opt-A-Park Area Request. ACTION Al ta^Mira Homeowner? Association is request- c^ — r1) ing that land known as Alt a Mira open space -5 ai'ea, approximately 12 acres, be leased, sold, or ad o p t e d f o r : 1. Recreation vehicle lot expansion. 2. Public gardens. 3 . La n d s c ap i n e M. Golf The development and maintenance of the above will be provided by the Alt a Mira Homeowners Association. The City will re-quire : Mr. George Rogers, Alta Mira representative, will be available to answer questions and/or make presentation. R e p o r t A11 a c 11 e d . Girls^_Club_Request C Lev ante ACTION ParkT; v~" --- The Carlsbad [-Soys and Girls Club is requesting ^ ' that the city sublease a portion of the Levante School/Park area for a temporary facility. Dan Sherlock, Boys and Girls Club Director, will make presentation. L e 11 e r A t:" I: a c h e d . Le 11 e r and Policy A11 a c 11 e d. DIRECTOR'S REPORT A. Nacario Tree Planting. B. Joint City Council/School Heard Meeting. C. La Costa Canyon Phase II D. State Beach Improvement Proposal. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS - 10. ADJOURNMENT