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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/11/2002IRWINDALE COUNCIL CHAMBER 5050 N. IRWINDALE AVENUE IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA 91706 DECEMBER 11, 2002 WEDNESDAY 6:01 P.M. The Irwindale PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION met in special session at the above time and place. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners Carol B. Hernandez, Paula Fraijo, Erlinda Duran; Vice Chair Belen Zepeda; Chair Dan Diaz Also present: Camille Diaz, Assistant City Manager; Dan Grijalva, Recreation Manager; Mike Rados, Public Works Manager; and Armando Hegdahl, Records Clerk APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION A motion was made by Commissioner Fraijo, seconded by Vice Chair Zepeda, to approve the minutes of the meeting held November 6, 2002. The motion was unanimously approved, Commissioners Hernandez and Duran abstaining. RECREATION MANAGER UPDATE RECREATION Recreation Manager Grijalva presented the following update: MANAGER GRIJALVA The Gym floor was refurbished. The Tiny Tots performed wonderfully at the Senior Center for the Seniors' Thanksgiving Dinner and during the Christmas party. They also attended the "Dragon Tales" play at the Arrowhead Pond and held a Thanksgiving party on November 26, 2002. The City also sponsored several flag football teams: the C -Division team (with children ages 8-9), which played at Burbank against the City of Azusa and was unfortunately defeated 32-12; the B -Division team which played at Baldwin Park against the City of Azusa and was also defeated 32-12. He thanked Patrick Miranda and Jack Benson for coaching the C -Division team and Dan Diaz and Julian Miranda for coaching the B -Division team. Recreation Manager Grijalva added that the A -Division tournament had 13 teams participating and was hosted by the City of Irwindale. Compliments were received on the facility and the tournament's organization. He indicated that Irwindale's team was defeated 38-0, with 1st place ranking going to EI Monte, 2nd Place to San Gabriel, and 3rd to Monrovia. These teams will play in the Championship Series in Garden Grove. He commended Vice Chair Zepeda, Commissioner Hernandez, and all those who volunteered in running the snack bar. Regarding the adult trips, the trip to the UCLA vs. USC football game was sold out. PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING DECEMBER 11, 2002 PAGE 2 He added that the men's softball league began October 301h and will run for 13 weeks. He added that the Teen Club also participated in the Senior Annual Thanksgiving Dinner by serving food, waiting tables, and cleaning the facilities. The Club also held a canned food drive, with all proceeds donated to the Los Angeles Mission. Upcoming trips include the "Lion King" play and a trip to Downtown Disney. CHAIR DIAZ Chair Diaz commended Recreation Manager Grijalva for the great turnout of the Christmas party. VICE CHAIR ZEPEDA Vice Chair Zepeda also commended Recreation Manager Grijalva for the Christmas party. RECREATION Recreation Manager Grijalva advised that about 300 stockings were MANAGER GRIJALVA passed out at the Christmas party. He added that entertainment was provided by the Marionettes, Loretta Corpis, and the Tiny Tots. The Arts & Crafts were also well received, with over 500 crafts used. He thanked Commissioners Duran and Hernandez for their volunteer efforts. COMMISSIONER Commissioner Duran commended Recreation Manager Grijalva for a DURAN job well done. RECREATION Recreation Manager Grijalva thanked the Recreation and Public MANAGER GRIJALVA Works' Staff and Public Works Manager Rados for their participation in these events. COMMISSIONER ITEMS COMMISSIONER In response to a question by Commissioner Hernandez, Recreation HERNANDEZ Manager Grijalva advised that there is no timer currently being used for the lighting system at the softball field. He indicated that, once the light breaker is turned off, it takes a while to turn them back on and provide lighting. COMMISSIONER In response to a question by Commissioner Fraijo, Recreation FRAIJO Manager Grijalva advised that the light bulbs at the softball field would be replaced that same day. COMMISSIONER In response to a question by Commissioner Fraijo, Assistant City FRAIJO Manager Diaz advised that the plans for the New Park and the Enhancements to the current park are being finalized with the architect. After they have been finalized, a Request for Proposal will be prepared and sent out to receive bids. The goal is to begin the bid process by the first quarter of 2003 with construction to begin soon thereafter. She added that, although the exact length of time PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING DECEMBER 11, 2002 PAGE 3 needed for construction is not yet known, the maximum amount of construction possible will be conducted at the same time. SPONTANEOUS COMMUNICATIONS There were no speakers. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to conduct, the meeting was adjourned at 6:14 p.m. Dan Diaz, Chair ATTEST: Armando Hegdahl, Records Clerk