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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
April 19, 1982
6:30 P.M.
City Council Chambers COMMISSIONERS
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Dahlquist at
6:40 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present - Dahlquist, Donovan, Wright, and Boone.
Absent - McFadden, McKee, and Murk.
Also present were:
David Bradstreet, Director of Parks and Recreation
Claude Lewis, Council Liaison
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of the meetings held February 1, 1982, and March
15, 1982, were tabled to the next meeting, due to lack of
a voting quorum.
OLD BUSINESS
Wind Surfing - Agua Hedionda Lagoon
David Bradstreet introduced Mr. Steve Lees, Chairperson of
the Sailboard Committee.
Mr. Lees addressed the Commission and outlined the
proposed sailboard requirements with regard to launching,
permits, hours, lagoon division, liability, and mixed use
with jet skis and power boats, essentially as contained in
his memo of April, 1982 on the matter.
Commission discussion related to requiring insurance on
the lagoon, feasibility of mixed use, and City liability.
Mr. Bradstreet indicated that Staff feels the lagoon
should be more passive than active due to the liability.
He added that Staff does not feel the lagoon is large
enough for mixed use, and has concerns regarding safety.
He further indicated that the insurance carrier has
requested no more mixed use on the lagoon.
In response to Commission query, Mr. Bradstreet indicated
that Bristol Cove and Fox's Landing require liability
insurance, naming the City as additionally insured.
With regard to launching at Jave Murni, Mr. Bradstreet
indicated that the ownwer must have a lease agreement with
the City, as the City has water rights.
Mr. Bradstreet responded to Commission questions regarding
the budget for the lagoon program, and indicated that it
is somewhat low as direction from Council was that the
program be self-sustaining. With regard to Macario Park,
he indicated that it is only a proposal and conceptual
plan at this time. He added that any development will not
occur for another five years, and funding will be derived
from public facilities fees.
He concluded that Staff is working on proposals for
scheduling activities on the lagoon in order to provide
the Commission with alternatives, and added that Staff is
also working with SDG&E regarding the middle lagoon.
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In response to Commission query regarding the middle
lagoon, Mr. Bradstreet indicated that the City holds the
lease to the middle lagoon from SDG&E, and sub-leases it
to the YMCA. He added that the YMCA's lease expired in
1972, and they are in violation of their lease. SDG&E
would like to lease the middle lagoon to the YMCA, and
lease the western lagoon to the City for board sailing and
passive type acquatics.
Chairman Dahlquist requested that Staff review the times
sailboats are allowed on the eastern lagoon.
Mr. Chuck Campbell addressed the Commission, and expressed
concern regarding the launching fees at the lagoon, and
requested the City do a study on same.
Another citizen addressed the Commission, and indicated
they have been working with the YMCA regarding the middle
lagoon as a National Windsailing Surfer School, and have
been teaching windsurfing on the middle lagoon for the
past year. He added that the middle lagoon is a good area
for teaching, and they have been very successful in safety
training.
Council Member Lewis indicated that Council is aware they
cannot force anyone to have insurance; however, the City
may have to surrender its lease back to SDG&E due to
insurance liability. He added that Council is against
mixed use on the lagoon.
Following discussion, the Commission requested that Staff
prepare further report and alternatives on the matter,
prior to going to Council.
NEW BUSINESS
Request for Use of Levante Community Center for Sunday
Worship
Pastor Gary Holley, La Costa Christian Fellowship,
addressed the Commission and responded to questions
regarding his request for use of the Levante Community
Center for organization of his church. He indicated the
request is for a temporary use until their congregation
increases and they can find other facilities.
Director Bradstreet responded to Commission questions
regarding the City's rules and regulations of facility
use for the purposes of political or religious groups.
Mr. Bradstreet continued that Staff conducted a small
survey of other cities, and found that five other cities
are now allowing religious groups use of their
facilities. With regard to political pursuasion groups
using the facilities, in some cases it has been left up
to the discretion of the department head.
He further indicated that Staff is recommending that the
facility be opened for use by certain political and
religious groups, and concluded by suggesting that Staff
be directed to provide a revised facility fee schedule for
all facilities, including parks, at the next meeting.
Commissioner Wright expressed his opinion that the
agreement should contain a termination date, subject to
review and renegotiation.
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Pastor Holley indicated that they would like use of the
facility anywhere from six months to a year, and they
will relocate to a permanent facility as soon as it is
physically possible to do so.
Commission discussion related to how the City would
distinguish which religious and political groups would be
allowed.
In response to Commission query, Mr. Bradstreet indicated
that he is aware of a La Costa store front that is
available for five months, which could be used by Pastor
Holley's organization, until such time as the City's
policy can be revised.
The Commssion tabled the matter to allow for a review and
change in policy.
Roberti Z'Berg Urban Open Space and Recreation Program
Grant Funds Availability
Director Bradstreet gave a staff report on the matter,
and indicated Staff is recommending Fuerte Park as the
first choice.
The Commission submitted their first four (4) choices on
closed ballot to Mr. Bradstreet, and directed that he
contact the three absent commissioners for their vote.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT
Council Member Lewis reported that Council has notifed
the City Manager of their desire to maintain the budget at
$13.4 million. He added that the budget will be a major
consideration, and recommended that the Commission review
it closely.
Council Member Lewis reported that Council will consider
selling a piece of land at the Council meeting on April
20, 1982. He indicated that he will express his desire
for the matter to be reviewed by the Parks and Recreation
Commission, prior to any action taken by Council. He
added that the City has already received an offer on the
property.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
AIM Water Skiing
Commissioner Boone gave a brief report on the matter, and
indicated that there is a problem with insurance.
It was suggested that those people who have insurance be
contacted to volunteer their time and boats for the day,
and Commissioner Boone was directed to contact Mr. Dave
Sammons, Manager of the lagoon regarding the matter.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
La Costa Canyon Park
Director Bradstreet indicated that phase 2 is not
completed yet, as engineering has a problem with the
contractor. He added that the lights and steps are in;
however, there are some problems with drainage.
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Adopt-A-Park, Alta Mira
Director Bradstreet reported that there are some problems
with the plan, as Associations 2 and 3 are not in
agreement with the concept.
Budget Update
Director Bradstreet reported that the budget has been
completed, and indicated he would provide copies of same
to the Commission at the next meeting.
Pool Add-Back Funds Approved ($10,000)
Director Bradstreet reported that the funds have been
approved, and the pool is open.
Element Revision Update
Director Bradstreet indicated that the Revised Parks and
Recreation Element will go before the Planning Commission
on April 28, 1982, and then to Council.
Boys and Girls Club Status Report
Director Bradstreet briefly addressed the complaint
received from Mrs. John S. Lockwood, 3036 Levante,
Carlsbad, regarding Levante School/Park issues, and
referenced his letter in reply to her complaint.
ADDITIONAL BUSINESS
Buena Vista - Turf
Director Bradstreet indicated that Staff is recommending
that the City not turf Buena Vista, due to maintenance
costs. He added that the City has an agreement with the
School District to maintain it if it is developed.
The Commission rescinded their previous recommendation to
turf Buena Vista.
City/School District Agreement
Director Bradstreet gave a brief status report on the
matter. He added that the status of the Cultural Arts
Center was also discussed and will be a separate
agreement.
La Costa Youth Association
Director Bradstreet reported that Staff has received a
request from the La Costa Youth Association for the City
to lease land which could be used by their Association.
He indicated that Staff is not in favor of such a proposal
and suggested denial of the request. Commission
discussion reflected same.
ADJOURNMENT
By proper motion the meeting was adjourned at 8:40 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Ann R. Alleman, Minutes Clerk
Dahlquist
Donovan
Wright
Boone