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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/05/1997 (2)CORRECTED COPY IRWINDALE COUNCIL CHAMBER 5050 N. IRWINDALE AVENUE IRWINDALE, CA 91706 FEBRUARY 5, 1997 WEDNESDAY 6:00 P. M. The Irwindale Parks & Recreation Commission met in regular adjourned session at the above time and place. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners: Theresa Chico, Paula Fraijo, Olivia Grijalva, Belen Zepeda and Chairman Diaz. Also present: Recreation Director Frank Barbosa. INTRODUCTION OF Secretary Ramirez introduced newly appointed City CITY MANAGER Manager Robert Griego to Chairman Diaz and members of the Parks & Recreation Commission. After a brief introduction, Mr. Griego informed the commission of the his plans to move the city in a forward direction while keeping and maintaining the service levels that the residents are used to having. Mr. Griego welcomed questions from the commission. Mr. Griego was given a warm welcome by all members of the commission and they look forward to working with Mr. Griego. JANUARY 8, 1997 Upon motion, the minutes of January 8, 1997, were approved as corrected on page 1, paragraph 4 as follows: replace the word "choral" with "instrumental". MOTION: Commissioner T. Chico SECOND: Commissioner B. Zepeda RECREATION DIRECTOR EASTER PROGRAM Recreation Director Barbosa informed the commission that Spring break activities will be conducted during the week of Nlaiveh 31 thFaughpri . 1997- April 7 through April 12, 1997. The Easter egg hunt is scheduled to be held on Saturday, March 22, 1997. The days activities will include a marionette show, balloon giveaway, and a bunny character who will mingle with the crowd. RENTAL OF TABLES Recreation Director informed the commission that the AND CHAIRS NO LONGER department has only two tables and twelve chairs available AVAILABLE for use by the public. The condition of this equipment is so deteriorated and is considered to be borderline hazardous. A motion was unanimously approved to immediately eliminate this benefit of renting equipment to residents. Matter to be referred to the City Council for their approval. WORKSHOP Recreation Director Barbosa informed the commission that he has temporarily postponed the workshop that he originally scheduled with the commission. .i P & R Minutes Page 2 After clarification of the City Manager's request for a workshop, Director Barbosa felt that he should first meet with his staff such that they are included in the preparation of a plan for future recreation activities and to gather input from them as well. Once the plan is drafted, a workshop will be scheduled with the commission members for their review and input. COMMISSIONER ITEMS BANQUET ROOM GAS LEAK Upon question from Commissioner T. Chico, Director Barbosa informed the commission that the gas leak in the banquet has been repaired. The gas company discovered it to be a minuscule leak that was not considered harmful. PICNIC SHELTER POLICY After lengthy discussion, a motion was unanimously approved to increase the amount of deposit from $25.00 to $75.00. It was unanimously approved to require the applicant to sign in at the time the shelter is opened and sign out at the time the shelter is closed. Failure to do so will be grounds for forfeiture of deposit. This matter to be referred to the City Council for their approval. RESTROOM FACILITY Commissioner B. Zepeda questioned the work that was performed at the restroom facility near the picnic shelter in the park. Commissioner Zepeda noticed that this facility had not been remodeled and that new equipment had not been installed. Commissioner Zepeda was advised that the roof and roof tiles were to be replaced. BALL DIAMOND LIGHTS Director Barbosa informed the commission that two bids have been received for the repair of the ball diamond lights (box). One at $2,000.00 and the other at $8,000.00. Prior to recommending an expenditure for the repair, the commission requested that Building Inspector Pat Tarango inspect the lights at the ball diamond to see if they perhaps they could be repaired internally. ADJOURNMENT Upon motion, meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m Approved as corrected at their meeting held March 19, 1997.