01/21/2020 Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting Adopted 05/19/2020
CITY OF GILROY
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 21, 2020
6:00 p.m.
Recreation Conference Room
7351 Rosanna Street
Gilroy, CA 95020
MINUTES
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I. CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission was called to
order by Vice Chair Puente at 6:00 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
ROLL CALL
Present:
Chair Patricia Bentson (arrived at 6:02pm), Vice Chair Ermelindo Puente,
Commissioner Terrie Berry, Commissioner Theresa Graham, Commissioner
Michelle Wexler, and Commissioner Robert Miller.
Absent: Commissioner Gonzalez
III. FLAG SALUTE
Vice Chair Puente led the pledge of allegiance.
IV. SECRETARY'S REPORT
The agenda was posted on the City’s website on January 16, 2020 at 4:49
pm.
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion was made to approve the December 3, 2019 meeting minutes by
Commissioner Miller; seconded by Chair Bentson and carried with a vote of
6-0-0.
VI. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion to approve the agenda was made by Commissioner Miller; seconded
by Vice Chair Puente.
VII. INTRODUCTIONS
Recreation Manager Adam Henig introduced Angela Reinert as the newest
commissioner.
VIII. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS
Recreation Manager Adam Henig stated Commissioner Gonzalez resigned
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from the Parks and Recreation Commission and in honor of his service, a
certificate of recognition will be mailed to his attention.
IX. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
None.
X. NEW BUSINESS
A. Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair of Parks and Recreation
Commission
Motion was made by Chair Bentson to elect Commissioner Wexler as Chair
for 2020; seconded by Commissioner Graham with a motion amendment to
select Commissioner Graham as Vice Chair.
Motion passed 6-0-0.
B. Selection of Arbor Day Date and Site
Parks Supervisor Headley recommended Arbor Day event to be held April
21, 2020 which coincides with Arbor Day week. West Coast Arborists will
provide and plant 4-5 trees on the frontage of the park.
The event will be advertised in social media. The commissioners discussed
ideas on finding ways to engage the community for future park related
events.
Motion made by Chair Bentson to hold the Annual Arbor Day event on April
21, 2020 at Ferrell Avenue Park with a start time of 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
The regular Parks & Recreation Commission meeting will be conducted at
City Hall Council Chambers at its regular time of 6:00 p.m.
Motion passed 6-0-0.
C. Approval of the 2020 Parks & Recreation Commission annual retreat
Focus of the retreat will be to develop a work plan for the 2020 calendar
year.
Motion to hold the annual retreat on February 29, 2020 at the Willey Cultural
Center was made by Commissioner Graham; seconded by Commissioner
Wexler.
Motion passed 6-0-0.
D. Proposed Parks and Recreation Commission Monthly Meeting Date
Change in February 2020
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Due to a schedule conflict, Henig asked if we the commissioners can meet
on an alternative date. City Traffic Engineer Gary Heap would like to present
on the proposed capital improvement program presentation ideally in the
month of February.
Motion made by Chair Bentson to hold the next regular meeting on February
11, 2020 in replacement of the February 18, 2020 meeting; seconded by
Commissioner Graham.
Motion passed 6-0-0.
Henig will follow up about providing information regarding the San Jose
Sharks proposed project ice rink at Gilroy Sports Park.
XI. OLD BUSINESS
A. 2019 Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan
Henig referred commissioners to packet page 16 and went through all of the
items.
B. Fiscal Year 2020 Training Budget Expenditures
Henig referred commissioners to packet page 18; he stated $245 has been
spent leaving a balance of $755 for the Parks and Recreation Commission
to utilize. Bentson asked if a portion of the budget can be paid for her
lodging for the upcoming training in Long Beach she’ll be attending.
Motion was made by Vice Chair Puente to pay for one night of Bentson’s
lodging with a reimbursement up to $150; seconded by Commissioner
Miller.
Motion passed 6-0-0.
XII. DEPARTMENT UPDATES
A. Recreation Department Updates
Henig referred commissioners to packet page 19 and noted a few updates.
B. Status of City Parks
Parks Supervisor Bill Headley referred commissioners to packet page 22.
Headley will present a thorough work plan presentation to the Parks &
Recreation Commission at the upcoming March meeting date.
XIII. COMMISSIONER PARK REPORTS & COMMENTS
Park Assignments
Pat Bentson
Christmas Hill Park- One of the women’s bathroom door is vandalized, the
memorial site has numerous weathered items; noted a homeless person
living in a black vehicle closest to the Ranch side, outside of gate.
Cydney Casper-Issue with Hopscotch markings; Headley stated this area
will be worked in the spring.
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Del Rey Park- Pleased to see the planting of numerous plants.
Angela Reinert: Bentson suggested that Reinert should drive by the parks,
Carriage Hills Park, Los Arroyos Park, and Sunrise Park
Theresa Graham:
Miller Park-Numerous men hanging out by restroom and park; concerned
with the children at Brownell, which is across the street; Puente mentioned
there are cable lines close to the branch limbs.
Rainbow Park-Stated the park needs shade. The rubberized item at the
playground is cracked and noticed graffiti on the panel.
Ermelindo Puente-
Butcher Park- Stated the street needs painting so it’s ADA compliant.
Forest Street Park- Nothing to report
Renz Park- Nothing to report
San Ysidro Park- Noticed the garbage cans were filled. The horseshoe faucet
is broken; bathroom is messy. Numerous lights are out.
Michelle Wexler:
Hecker Pass Park-Noticed children continuing to climb the pergola; 150th
anniversary with the City’s. Gilroy is the only city that allows smoking.
Robert Miller:
El Roble Park-There are numerous potholes. Its’ the cleanest he’s seen it.
Gilroy Sports Park-Stated the water fountain is fixed. The 5-12 year old
playground is breaking away from concrete.
A. CAPRCBM Newsletter
Henig will forward the newsletter to the commissioners.
XIV. STAFF COMMENTS
None.
XV. NEXT MONTH AGENDA ITEMS
City Traffic Engineer Gary Heap will provide a capital improvement
presentation.
XVI. FUTURE MEETINGS February 11, 2020 at 6:00 P.M.
The next meeting is scheduled for February 11, 2020 at 6:00pm
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:08 pm.
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Zinnia Navarro
Recording Secretary
Recreation Department