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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2001/11/15City of Chula Vista Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes Thursday — 6:30 p.m. Mercy Building November 15, 2001 276 Fourth Avenue Director Campbell informed the Commission that in order to go forward with tonight's meeting, a vice chair had to be elected. MSUC Salcido /Rude to elect Commissioner Larry Perondi as Vice Chair for the Parks and Recreation Commission. (Vote 4- 0 -0 -2) (Weidner /Radcliffe Absent) 1. Roll Call Radcliffe A_, Rude P Salcido P, Weidner A Ramos P, and Perondi P 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - October 24, 2001 MSUC Perondi /Ramos to review and approve the October 24, 2001 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting minutes at the December 2001 meeting due to no quorum. (Vote 4- 0 -1 -2) (Absent Weidner and Radcliffe) (Abstained Rude) 3. Administrative Policy — Storage Containers Deputy Director Shy provided information on the policy for Storage Containers and Portable Toilets. She stated that the policy was developed for the temporary use of storage containers by Youth Sports Council organizations and community groups on parks. Vice Chair Perondi asked that even though a group places a security deposit, and if the group is deemed not being a responsible party, would the City remove the container from the premises? Director Campbell responded that yes, the container would be removed, as it reads on item #6 of the policy, and that the contents of the container would be returned to the group. Commissioner Salcido inquired about the seasonal -use time frame, and also the length of time storage containers would be granted residence? Deputy Director Shy responded that the policy is intended for storage seasonal use only. Commissioner Salcido inquired if there were any provisions in the policy where a person or league had the right to appeal the decision to remove a container. Deputy Director Shy responded that they would send their appeal to the Parks and Recreation Director, and if they did not approve of the director's response, then they had the right to appeal to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Commissioner Salcido inquired about the City supplying soccer goals to the leagues, as well as, having the goals stored by the City, because soccer accrutiments are not the same as those provided to baseball leagues? Deputy Director Shy responded that in past years, goals were provided in certain areas. But because of non - ownership of the goals by the leagues, they were lost within a two - year time frame. In addition, in response to what might be supplied as softball acrutiments, are part of design to the park. The City's accrutiments for soccer fields are the replacement of turf. Director Campbell also responded that hopefully when larger parks are designed, they would be designed and developed with soccer acrutiments included. Commissioner Salcido inquired about offering off -site storage for equipment during off- season on City property? Director Campbell responded that he would bring this issue up at the next meeting with Public Works. MSUC Salcido /Ramos to approve the Storage Containers and Portable Toilets Policy. Vote: (4- 0 -0 -2) (Weidner /Radcliffe Absent) 4. Inclement Weather Deputy Director Shy stated that this policy allows City staff and leagues to determine if fields are un- playable as a result of various weather - related conditions. In addition, this policy includes inspection for safe play both during the week and weekend. MSUC Rude /Salcido to approve the Inclement Weather Policy. Vote: (4- 0 -0 -2) (Weidner /Radcliffe absent) 5. Facility Use by Employees and Retired Employees Deputy Director Shy stated that this policy allows the Department to have the pools and gymnasiums open to current City employees, as well as, retired employees. This policy would also be implemented by the Human Resources Department to new employees as a benefit. MSUC Salcido /Rude to accept the Facility Use by Employees and Retired Employees Policy Vote: (4- 0 -0 -2) (Weidner /Radcliffe Absent) 6. Harvest Park Joe Gamble of the Parks and Recreation Department presented an overview of the project area. He stated that Harvest Park is the second park in Village 1 of SPA 1. Joe introduced Ms. Ranie Hunter of the Otay Ranch Company. Ms. Hunter, Vice - President of the Otay Ranch Company introduced herself and stated that six years ago, the Otay Ranch Company presented to the Parks and Recreation Commission an overall plan for the project within SPA 1. She stated that in addition to the public parks in Village 1, there are a series of private parks that have been constructed end are actively being used by the residents. She stated that the private and public parks complete the whole park system in Otay Ranch. She stated that the Otay Ranch Company has been actively developing along the Telegraph Canyon Road — Otay Lakes Road corridor for the past three - years. Village 1 has entitlements for up to 3,000 units, most of which are already built and occupied. In addition to the parks that are under construction, Heritage Elementary school opened in July, as well as, Corky McMillin Elementary next to Cottonwood Park that opened in September. Ms. Hunter also explained that the other unique thing about Otay Ranch is the pedestrian linkage throughout the Village; everything is centered around the Village Core. Units are split 50 -50 between multi - family and single family homes. Heritage Park is the centerpiece for Village 1. In addition, Harvest Park will be a real critical facility for the community on the eastern of the Village 1. Ms. Hunter concluded her presentation by stating that they are anxious to get this park under construction, because it's the last piece in the Village. Ms. Hunter introduced Mr. Jim Kuhlken, Landscape Architect of Marquez Kuhlken, L.A. to discuss the design of Harvest Park. Mr. Kuhlken stated that Harvest Park is 6.8 acres, is generally flat with a 4 to 1 slope along the east side, and a minor slope towards Palomar Street. Mr. Kuhlken discussed the program intended for the park, which includes: a soccer field, which measures 225' x 360', includes a tot lot area, children's play area, picnic gazebos, picnic tables with BBQ units, and a children's drop shot. There are 25 parking spaces, as well as, parking along the two side streets. Re- grading will be done to the park along East Palomar Street so that pedestrians will be able to walk up to the park from East Palomar Street. The parking lot as well as the pedestrian corridor, has security lighting. The 4 to 1 slope will be turfed and will provide informal seating for soccer. Palm trees matching East Palomar Street will be sited at key locations throughout the park. Sections of 3 -foot high chain -link fence will parallel East Palomar Street to act as a ball barrier. Mr. Kuhlken discussed the design of the Comfort Station, which is located between the picnic shelters. He stated that an SDG &E required electrical room and small park storage area will be provided in the building. Discussion was held on material used to build the comfort station. The roof is corrugated metal, which will also be used for the picnic shelter roofs. Discussion was held on completion of this park to be in the summer of 2003. Total budget is $1,391,000.00. Commissioner Rude asked if this parking lot was gated. Mr. Kuhlken responded that it was not. Commissioner Salcido inquired if the drainage for the field had been submitted for review to the Youth Sports Council? Mr. Kuhlken responded that the drainage design was carefully reviewed by staff and will be graded, to 1 Y2 %. MSUC Salcido /Ramos to approve and send this report to the City Council for approval. Vote: (4- 0 -0 -2) (Weidner /Radcliffe absent) MSUC Rude /Ramos to accept the name Harvest Park as proposed. Vote: 4 -0 -0 -2 (Weidner /Radcliffe absent) 7. Information Items — None 8. Unfinished Business — Response to October 24, 2001 Letter from Mary Hofmockel Discussion was held on the responses presented to the Commission. It was stated that the BBQ at Otay Park will be replaced by Public Works, and the Otay Park renovation will placed on a CIP. Commissioner Salcido commented that the area on Hilltop Drive just east of Loma Verde Park, in the large grassy area below the power lines is under utilized, and asked if this was a viable area to relieve some of the Otay Park community park needs. Director Campbell responded that it most likely would not relieve Otay community needs. Commissioner Salcido asked if there was any area south of Main Street viable for park development. Director Campbell replied that he met with Supervisor Cox and discussed the salt plant area and the development into a commercial area, and that a City Council member is looking at developing skateboard parks and soccer fields behind the shopping center off of Interstate -5 and Palm Avenue. In addition, WorldWide Soccer of Austria contacted the Department to develop soccer fields in Chula Vista, and they are very interested in providing fields for City and recreational use. Director Campbell stated that KOA is a viable opportunity for proposed artificial turf soccer fields, and a cooperative arrangement between Community Development, KOA and Parks and Recreation Department would need to be reached. Commissioner Salcido inquired about the land west of the water park, and if it was for sale. Director Campbell responded that he was unaware of this land being sold, and stated that a destination hotel is under consideration on that land, which in turn would decrease parking for Coors amphitheater. Commissioner Salcido inquired about the landfill for potential sports fields. Director Campbell responded that once the MSCP (Multiple Species Conservation Program) is put to rest, which could be as soon as one -year, that area could be developed. 9. NEW BUSINESS — None 10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS — None 11. COMMISSION COMMENTS 12. STAFF COMMENTS Deputy Director Shy commented that the Holiday Festival is on December 1, 2001 at 2:30 p.m. 13. Other — None Adjournment at 7:45 p.m. to the regularly scheduled meeting on December 20, 2001. Respectfully submitted Margarita Cellano, Administrative Secretary Parks and Recreation Department