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JAN - 5 1999
IRWINDALE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5050 NO. IRWINDALE AVE
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
DECEMBER 1, 1999
The Irwindale Parks & Recreation Commission met in regular adjourned session
at the above time and place.
ROLL CALL:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
TENNIS COURTS
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR UP -DATE
SHOWERS and LOCKERS.
Present: Commissioners: Theresa
Chico, Paula Fraijo, Belen Zepeda,
Erlinda Duran and Chairman Dan Diaz.
Also present: Co -Recreation Leaders:
Dan Grijalva and Jackie Delgado, City
Engineer Rod Posada and Secretary
Arline Miranda.
The minutes of November 3, 1999 were
unanimously approved as presented.
Motion: Commissioner Fraijo
Second: Commissioner Duran
Co -Leader Dan Grijalva in reply to
Commissioner Fraijo's inquiry about the
cracks on the tennis courts, told the
Commission that he recalled speaking
to a contractor approximately four years
ago who was re -doing the repair to the
tennis courts and he told Dan that the
original contractor apparently when
laying down the cement had not put
enough mesh or screen under the
cement and that's why it is cracked.
Mr. Posada told the Commission that the
color and placement of the scoreboard has
been chosen and it should be ready in
about three or four weeks. He wondered if
the Commission might consider a ceremony
after the installation. He said he thought it
was going to be a nice addition to the
softball field.
The showers and lockers plans and
specifications should be ready and
processed by the County by the end of
December. Construction might be started
by the first of the year and be completed by
the end of spring.
Park & Recreation Minutes Page 2
December 1, 1999
PROPOSED PARK (NORA PARK) With regard to Nora Park staff has received
a survey in preparation of the grading plan.
There is a problem that is a concern and
this problem has to be resolved before
further progress is made. There is a
resident residing next to the proposed park.
This resident is contesting the park because
he said there would be no exit from his
home if the park is erected. The Council has
been approached by this resident to
purchase twelve feet to have an entrance to
his home. Chairman Diaz said the Council
denied this request. Mr. Posada said this is
the information he has, but the Council will
have to make the final decision.
VOLLEYBALL COURT Mr. Posada apologized for being behind in
the construction of the volleyball courts. HE
explained that the City crew has been very
busy with other duties. He assured the
Commission that the drinking fountains had
not been forgotten.
INFIELD Commissioner Fraijo asked if the grass that
has grown in the infield could be pulled and
cleared off the infield. She also suggested
some dirt be replaced where the sprinkler
water had pooled.
CO -LEADER'S REPORT Dan Grijalva gave his monthly report.
DAN GRIJALVA An adult trip during November, to Santa
Anita RaceTrack was enjoyed by all that
attended. There wasn't anything planned or
available for adults during the month of
December, so there should be more monies
for January's activities.
For the month of December there will be
youth trips to Disneyland the 21st ($15) the
EI Capitan Theatre for a showing of Toy
Story 2, December 28th. ($5 for adults, $3
for children).
Park & Recreation Minutes Page
December 1, 1999
ADULT BASKETBALL There are six teams in the league. Word of
mouth has helped the program get off to a
good start. It's a very competitive league.
YOUTH FOOTBALL The football league is ending this Saturday.
It's been a good year. The games have
been exciting. Dan thanked the commission
and all the volunteers. Their efforts have
been outstanding and have been
appreciated.
YOUTH BASKETBALL The youth basketball starts in January.
We're looking forward to that.
Dan explained that because there wasn't
enough participation, they lost the Karate
program.
JUDO Dan has had contact with a quality and
enthusiastic instructor in Judo. His name is
Tony Mohika. He was an Olympic assistant
coach in the Barcelona Olympics. He has
demonstrated his interest in the children
rather than the monetary factor. It
would be $20 to $25 for a six-week
program, two times a week. He will
publicize the program in December.
CO -RECREATION LEADER Jackie discussed the up -coming car show,
(JACKIE DELGADO) Sunday, December 5, 1999. She's excited
about the enthusiasm and efforts Peter Cruz
of the Techniques Car Club and his
members have showed and are looking
forward to a successful event Sunday. At
the present time there are 41 cars that are
pre -registered. There will be 9 non-food
vendors who have pulled the required
permits and have paid the fee of $50. They
will also be provided with a table and two
chairs. These vendors will provide and
include face painting; novelty car products
and car care products. The car registration
the day of the event will be $25. Walk-in fee
fee for the public will be $5. There will be
two food vendors. A $75 fee will be
charged plus a Health Department food
permit will be required and the fee for that is
$110.
Park & Recreation Minutes Page 4
December 1, 1999
TEEN CLUB
DONATIONS FOR TEEN CLUB
DISNEYLAND
TEEN CLUB ELECTION
The public works department will be setting
up the cones to cover the sprinklers for the
"car hopping" exhibition area. The Public
Works crew has donated their time to help
set up the booths that will be used and set
up the fence around the baseball field.
The Teen Club has volunteered their help
and have participated and assisted at the
Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners at the
Senior Center. They have received much
praise and appreciation for their efforts.
Joshua Fraijo was declared an excellent
server and received many favorable
compliments on his help and demeanor.
Commissioner Fraijo thanked Jackie for the
BlockBusters Card given to the Teen Club
in recognition of their help. Jackie said she
tried to incorporate Community Service as
part of the activities for the Teen Club.
This time the volunteers were given a
Towers Record certificate as a token of
appreciation to the teens that did volunteer.
The teens are always ready to help but as
Jackie explained it's nice to give them
recognition once in a while and show them
how much they are appreciated.
The Teen Club will be accepting donations
of canned food and clean clothing to take
down to the Mission in Los Angeles for the
homeless families.
The teens will have a trip to Disneyland
December 22, at a cost of $15. Movies at
Citywalk will be December 29th at a cost of
$5.
The teens are in the process of having an
election for new officers, -- a new president,
vice president, etc..
Park & Recreation Minutes Page 5
December 1, 1999
TINY TOTS FIELD TRIP A one-hour production of the 'Nutcracker'
at Pasadena College, Thursday, December
16`", will be a good experience and nice
exposure for these Tiny Tots to the theatre.
CHRISTMAS PROGRAM The program will be at 6 p.m. which will
include the lighting of the tree. The Tiny
Tots will sing as well as the Northview High
School Choir. Jackie thought that perhaps
the Mayor and the Chairman could light the
tree. The Senior Citizens will be selling
their crafts. The Tiny Tots will be in charge
of the refreshments. The Tiny Tots parents
are trying to raise funds to purchase a
computer for the Tiny Tots program. Any
activity or opportunity that comes up, Jackie
is trying to let the parents participate in what
they can in order to earn more funds. A free
photo may be taken with Santa Claus with
canned food brought as a donation for the
baskets.
COUNCILMAN ALMAZAN Commissioner Duran informed the
Commission of Councilman Almazan's up-
coming surgery Friday at City of Hope.
Everyone will keep him in their prayers.
Commissioners' Chico, Frai�o, and Zepeda.
offered their help for the 16` .
Dan asked the Commissioners for names of
people that might be helped with baskets of
food and toys during Christmas. These
names will be given to the car club
members.
CAR SHOW The cars will be registered 6 a.m. to 9 a.m
Jackie said she would need help parking
cars. Commissioner Chico and Chairman
Diaz volunteered to park the cars. Maja
Carlson will also be helping as will the car
club members.
SECURITY Commissioner Fraijo asked about the
security for the event. Jackie said she has
coordinated with the Chief of Police and she
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December 1, 1999
said there would be approximately 25
members of the car club wearing STAFF
shirts so they would be distinguished from
other personnel .
COMMISSIONER CHICO Commissioner Chico said she wanted to
compliment Joshua Fraijo again. She was
present at the Senior Citizens dinner and
was amazed at how organized he was. She
said he set a good example to the other
kids.
Commissioner Duran suggested a
certificate of achievement, be given to the
teens so they could use it in their resume'
when they apply for college or a job.
HIP HOP Commissioner Fraijo inquired about the Hip
Hop classes. Jackie said they only had 10
participants, all young children. She will try
to have the class again and will put a press
release in the paper.
CHAIRS FOR THE CHRISTMAS
PROGRAM Commissioner Chico requested that more
chairs be available for the Christmas
Program. Jackie said since she would be
having the program outdoors, there should
be adequate seating as there are benches
already out in the patio.
A flyer will be going out to the community.
The program will be December 16`" and will
begin at 6 p.m.. Commissioner Fraijo said
she would arrange to change the Library
Meeting from the 16"' to January.
SWIMMING POOL PUMPS Dan Grijalva explained to Commissioner
Chico that the pool is left on automatic
backwash and the pump does become loud
with five big cylinders that operates it.
BUS DRIVER Commissioner Fraijo asked if the City had a
bus driver yet. Dan said the driver is still
being trained.
Park & Recreation Minutes
December 1, 1999
AEROBICS
Page 7
Commissioner Chico asked if the aerobic
class is too crowded. Dan said the class is
very popular. The gym might have to be
cordoned off but with the basketball league
coming up,that could cause a problem.
Commissioner Chico said she would check
the class out for herself.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Chairman
Diaz adjourned the meeting at 6:48 p.m..
These minutes were approved at the January 5, 2000 meeting.