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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/01/1998ITEC_--1�-�. AW IM IR«'LNDALE COUNCIL CHAMBER July 1, 1998 5050N. IRWINDALE AVENUE WEDNESDAY IRWINDALE, CA 91706 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, Belen Zepeda, Olivia Grijalva and Chairman Diaz. Also present: Recreation Director Frank Barbosa, and Secretary Arline Miranda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of June 3, 1998 were approved as presented. Motion: Commissioner Fraijo Second: Commissioner Zepeda All in favor CITY ENGINEER City Engineer Rod Posada stated he was giving a follow up of the initial report he had previously given to the Commission regarding the 1992 and 1996 Bond Issue,, Proposition A, Safe Neighborhood Parks. He and Park Director Frank Barbosa have prepared a list of repairs he proposes to present to the Council. He plans to get Council approval in order to submit to the County for their approval, and get the ball rolling. Basically, there are four projects: the wind screen and general repairs for the tennis courts- estimated to be $8,000; the. ball diamond, with repairs for the dugouts, new brick dust, and some miscellaneous repairs, the estimated cost is $10,000. Commissioner Chico asked about the fence being stretched. The picnic area will be painted, wood repaired, and is estimated at $2,000. An electronic scoreboard for the baseball field will be $5,000. This is a separate cost from the other costs for the baseball field. The irrigation system - the irrigation heads - are estimated to be $2,500. Commissioner Fraijo asked how much money was allotted from the grant altogether and Mr. Posada replied the full amount was $27,844. This grant is coming from the Los Angeles County Safe Park & Recreation Minutes Page 2 July 1. 1998 Neighborhood Parks. The 1992 Bond will be allotting $27,844. The 1996 Bond Issue an additional $14,000. There has not been a decision yet as to what project this money will be used. The Conmussion has to allocate 10% of this $27,000 to Youth -at -risk programs. This report as well as the Youth -at -Risk report will be submitted to the Council for adoption. Commissioner Chico asked if playground equipment can be requested with the grants and if the drinking water fountains could be repaired or replaced as part of the irrigation repair project. He suggested a list be prepared and get the esthetes and submit them to County for approval. Also considered would be sprinklers for the baseball field that wouldn't cause problems for the infield. Also, considered would be a switch for the baseball lights. Stretching of the fence would be included too. The dugout - removing the roofs, and adding new brick dust. Conunissioner Chico asked if there was flooring in the dugout and asked if it could be raised so the dirt wouldn't remain on it. Director Barbosa proposed a permanent stage be erected on the northside of the recreation building for our children performing and the bands or entertainers performing. The need to prioritize the Commissioners list was stressed. Commissioner Fraijo suggested an outdoor volleyball court. Commissioner Chico asked when the deadline to submit this list and asked if next month's agenda would be to late to submit their lists or priorities. Mr. Posada explained to the Commission the grant did not have an absolute deadline but the County does want to see the Park & Recreation Meeting Page 3 July 1, 1998 requests as soon as possible. Commission would have to get the Council's approval, submit it to the County Board for approval. Then the hiring of contractors can begin and Mr. Posada stated he'd like to have the work done by City forces. Commissioner Chico asked when would it be a good time to turn in their lists. Mr. Posada stated that after the walk-thru-the-park would be just fine. There was discussion regarding the grants not used in the past due to strings -attached. Mr. Posada explained that many times its more cumbersome due to the many restrictions imposed by the -rants. Chairman Diaz concurred, and recalled instances where difficulties would've arose had they used the grants at that time. Chairman Diaz stated the necessity of obtaining a list and know what the requirements are so the Commission will know what they have to do in order to apply and be eligible for the grant and use the required 10% for youth -at -risk. Mr. Posada reiterated the importance of allotting the 10% for the youth -a -risk and to document it as required. Commissioner Chico asked what was going to be done with the gazebo and Director Barbosa said it was going to be painted. There was discussion with regard to the youth -at - risk and what constituted a youth -at -risk, their problems and age group. RECREATION DIRECTION Director Barbosa gave a brief run-down of the July 4th activities reminding the Commission their help would be welcome. Chairman Diaz assured him the Commission would be there. Commissioner Fraijo and her family are signed up for the horseshoe and volleyball tournament. Chairman Diaz will be the Park & Recreation Meeting Page 4 July 1, 1998 umpire for the softball game. The softball game is scheduled for adults, but 16-17 year olds will be allowed. Chairman Diaz said he'd eliminate the 'slide' rule. No sliding will be allowed. Music will be until 8:15 p.m.. Fireworks will begin at 9 p.m.. A water truck will be on the premises. Music in the park will be on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.. There will be posters posted the 4th of July announcing the music. There was discussion regarding the proposed parks in 'El Nido' on Nora Ave.. Chairman Diaz said he was in favor of the parks. Commission Chico stated she was present at the last Council meeting and there had been some opposition present who declared publicly their opinions. Chairman Diaz said he knew that some of the people did not want bathrooms on the premises. Mr. Posada stated the park hadn't been designed yet, but it would only include a couple of playground games for the kids, benches and Bar-B-Que pits. Chairman Diaz explained that on Houston the bus stop has become a hangout for some of the older juveniles and that's the concern with the park. Perhaps if there was a light at the bus stop it would help deter people hanging out there. Commissioner Chico asked the Director about the day camp and asked if it was filled up. Director Barbosa explained it was going well. Commissioner Fraijo asked about the sprinklers that are not working in front of the park by the swings. Mr. Posada said they do not work for some unknown reason but they are checking on it continuously. Commissioner Chico asked for the plaza to be cleaned before the music entertainment Thursday. Also, extra trash cans were asked to be placed Park & Recreation Meeting Jule 1, 1998 Page 5 throughout the park. Cardboard containers will be utilized during the 4th of July. Commissioner Fraijo asked for more police patrol during the sununer. SWBBILNG POOL Commissioner Chico asked about the swimming and pool if it was going to be repaired. Director Barbosa answered that now that the budget was approved there would be money,for the repairs and the repairs would be taken care of. This includes the shower panels and stalls, the handicapped stall, and some miscellaneous items. There was discussion concertring the tree by the tennis courts. The roots have been reported to get into the sewer. Since its not a shade tree Commission Chico said she didn't see why it couldn't be eliminated. Mr. Posada replied that he didn't have a problem eliminating the tree but it would have to be investigated thoroughly before a decision could be made to remove it. 11'alk-Thru-the-Park The Commission adjourned at 6:48 p.m. to do their walk-thru-tbe-park. During their wall{, they listed their concerns. RECONVENED The Commission reconvened at 7:50 p.m. ADJOUR\'AIENT There being no further business, Chairman Diaz adjourned the meeting at 7:55 p.m. to the next meeting August 5, 1998.