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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/12/1997IRWINDALE COUNCIL C ,MBER 5050 N. IRWINDALE AVENUE IRWINDALE, CA 91706 AGENDA ITEM 1- VEMBER 12, 1997 DEC - 3 �tMNI WEDNESDAY 6:00 P. M. The Irwindale Parks & Recreation Commission met in adjourned session at the above time and place. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners: Theresa Chico, Paula Fraijo, Belen Zepeda, Olivia Grijalva and Chairman Diaz. Also present: Recreation Director Frank Barbosa and Deputy City Clerk Rosemary Ramirez. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OCTOBER 8, 1997 Minutes of October 8, 1997 were approved as presented. MOTION: Commissioner Chico SECOND: Commissioner Fraijo RECREATION DIRECTOR ACTIVITY UPDATE HALLOWEEN PROGRAM: Director Barbosa thanked all who volunteered their time and who participated in the Halloween festivities. The scheduled events were a success and enjoyed by many children and adults alike. The bingo games were enjoyed by all who participated. Due to the great success of the Bingo games, it was determined that this activity be included in next year's agenda of events. Director Barbosa informed the commission that the event next year will be held in the gymnasium. DRILL TEAM UPDATE: Director Barbosa was pleased to announce that the Irwindale Drill Team received first place honors in the Azusa Golden Days Parade held on October 11, 1997. The drill team received a participation award for their role in the Baldwin Park Parade that was held on November 8, 1997. A banquet for the drill team participants is tentatively scheduled for December 15, 1997. Commissioner P. Fraijo wished to publicly commend Instructor Yvette Gomez for her hard work and dedication and for making this program a great success. Director Barbosa will be presenting a plaque to Yvette at the banquet. RESIDENT SURVEY: Director Barbosa informed the commission that Recreation employees Dan Grijalva and Jackie Delgado are preparing a resident survey that will be mailed to all residents. The purpose of the survey is to address specific areas of concern and to determine the wants and needs of the community and address them accordingly. - P & R Meeting November 12, 1997 Page 2 FLAG FOOTBALL: Flag football is in full swing and it appears that it is being enjoyed by participants, parents and spectators. CHRISTMAS PARTY: At this time, Director Barbosa had no definite plans scheduled for the Annual Christmas parry. Director Barbosa indicated that he is meeting with Carroll Oliver tomorrow (November 13) to discuss the plans to consolidate the annual parry with the Chamber's tree lighting ceremony. More information will follow at the next meeting. PRE-SCHOOL: The newly restructured pre-school program now with the assistance of Librarian Lina Campa and Asst. Librarian Emilie Tapia is going extremely well and is very much enjoyed by thirteen enthusiastic children. Commission members unanimously expressed their appreciation for their help and support of this program to Ms. Campa and Mrs. Tapia. COMMISSIONER ITEMS KARATE CLASS Commissioner Fraijo asked about the possibility of offering a karate class to resident children. It was suggested that a fee be charged to possibly offset the cost of the Instructor. Director Barbosa will look into this matter and report on this issue at the next meeting. DESIGNATED VOLLEYBALL Commissioner Fraijo asked inquired about the status of the AREA designated volleyball area near the children's playground. Director Barbosa will discuss this matter with the park department and request that the area be prepared with a redwood border, sand and the net poles to accommodate this activity. LANDSCAPING AT Commission members unanimously requested that the GYMNASIUM ENTRANCE landscaping (crab grass) at the entrance of the gymnasium be removed and replaced with something more attractive. Due to the unsightly appearance that the existing landscape gives the new facility, it is suggested that this project be requested and performed as soon as possible. MAINTENANCE OF Commissioner Chico would like to know if the playground PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT equipment is being checked and if the area is being maintained AND AREA on a regular basis. Director Barbosa will report on this matter at the next meeting. ADJOURNMENT Upon motion, meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m