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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/04/1998IRWINDALE COUNCIL CHAMBER 5050 N. IRWINDALE AVENUE IRWINDALE, CA 91706 FEBRUARY 4, 1998 WEDNESDAY 6:00 PM AGENDA ITEM_ 4 MAR 11 The Irwindale Parks & Recreation Commission met in regular session at the above time and place. CERTIFICATES OF At their meeting held January 8, 1998, the City Council APPOINTMENT re -appointed Paula Fraijo and Belen Zepeda to a three year term that will expire December 31, 2000. Secretary Ramirez issued certificates of appointments to Commissioner Fraijo and Commissioner Zepeda. Commissioner Fraijo stated that she was glad to have been re -appointed to another three-year term and was looking forward to another three years on the commission. Commissioner Zepeda also commented that she is happy to be given the opportunity to serve the community for another three year term. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Theresa Chico, Paula Fraijo, Olivia Grijalva, Belen Zepeda and Chairman Dan Diaz. Also present: Recreation Director Frank Barbosa and Secretary Rosemary Ramirez. APPROVAL OF MINUTES JANUARY 7, 1998 Minutes of January 7, 1998, were approved as presented. MOTION: Commissioner Fraijo SECOND: Commissioner Zepeda RECREATION DIRECTOR DIRECTOR'S REPORT EASTER PROGRAM: Director Barbosa mentioned that his department is considering a talent show as part of the Easter program. Commissioner Zepeda suggested including a performance by the Folklorico dance class participants for the program. Details (including the date of the program) will be announced at the next Park & Recreation Meeting. SOFTBALL LEAGUE: Director Barbosa informed the commission that softball league registrations have been announced in the Highlander, Tribune, Recycler and the Examiner. Presently, two games will be scheduled on Tuesday and three on Wednesday. BASKETBALL LEAGUE: Director Barbosa noted that a fourth team is needed for the league. It is anticipated that a team will join the league and at that point, games will begin. AEROBICS: The Aerobics class currently has 6 registrants and is scheduled to begin on February 17`h COMMISSIONER ITEMS COMMISSIONER CHICO SERVICE YARD COMMENDED: Commissioner Chico, joined by all members of the commission, thanked the Service Yard Department for their outstanding performance on the landscaping project in front of the gym. P & R Minutes Page 2 WEIGHT ROOM: Director Barbosa informed Commissioner Chico that the weight room doors sometimes are open because the air conditioning is not working properly. BALCONY ACCESS: Commissioner Chico expressed concern that children are climbing the balcony stairs and suggested securing this area (perhaps with a mesh wire) to prevent persons from access to the balcony area. Director Barbosa acknowledged Commissioner Chico's concern and indicated that this matter will be reviewed further. DAMAGED MAT: Director Barbosa advised Commissioner Chico that the damaged mat has been temporarily relocated and is not in the front office. FRAIJO INAPPROPIATE BEHAVIOR: Commissioner Fraijo asked for additional park patrol during week day lunch hour periods for the parking lot at east end of park area (near Mr. Fred Herrera's property). Several persons have brought to Commissioner Fraijo's attention, (and witnessed by herself as well) that adult persons are conducting themselves in an inappropriate manner bordering indecent exposure. Commissioner Fraijo expressed concern especially because children are usually playing in the playground area. Director Barbosa will notify the Chief of Police. BALL FIELD MAINTENANCE: Commissioner Fraijo expressed concern and disappointment in the present maintenance of the ball field and asked that consideration be given in contracting this service who specializes in this area. League fees are collected by the recreation department for this activity and Commissioner Fraijo feels that the league teams should at least have an adequately maintained playing field in return. SPONTANEOUS COMMUNICATIONS FRED FRAIJO BALL FIELD MAINTENANCE. Fred Fraijo, 16155 Pepper Tree Lane, shares the concern, as does Commissioner Fraijo regarding the ball field maintenance. Mr. Fraijo asked for city for their favorable consideration in getting this job done as soon as possible before the games begin. ADJOURN There being no further items to be discussed, meeting adjourned at 7:00 pm.