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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Parks & Recreation Commission 03-21-2006\(1-Fj CITY OF PALM DESERT PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Randy Guyer convened the meeting at 8:30 a.m. II. ROLL CALL Present: Chairman Randy Guyer Commissioner Phill Babcock Commissioner Michael Barnard Commissioner Dan Barnes Commissioner Roger Dash Commissioner Gerald Dawson Commissioner Connor Limont Commissioner Terry Schukart Excused Absent: Vice Chair Julie Munson Staff Present: Robert Spiegel, Council Member Janis Steele, Parks & Recreation Services Manager Jay Niemczak, Parks Maintenance Supervisor Monica Loredo, Administrative Secretary INTRODUCTIONS A. NEW COMMISSIONER — MR. ROGER DASH Ms. Steele introduced new Commissioner Roger Dash. Ms. Grace Mendoza, Deputy City Clerk, swore in Mr. Dash. Mr. Dash introduced himself to the Commission. He stated that he is a retired university dean with the California State University of Los Angeles. Prior to the university he worked many years in education with the Los Angeles Unified School District. Mr. Dash mentioned that he has been living in Palm Desert for the past 15 to 16 years, and resides at Palm Valley Country Club. f PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Stan Ford, Coachella Valley Recreation & Park District (CVRPD), provided the Commission a book with the results of the Senor Games. He stated that the Senior Games had 901 competitors. Mr. William L. Kinzel, 267 Calle Del Verano (Monterey Country Club), Palm Desert, requested that the Commission add to their next agenda the issues relating to the ball fields lights. He stated that the glare and infusion of the lights are going into Monterey Country Club. He feels the lights should have an appropriate shield or have the lights adjusted to reduce the glare. Mr. Kinzel stated that he read the Light Trespass Ordinance for the City of Palm Desert, and it appears that some of the lights from the fields violate the ordinance. He commented that he has talked to Mr. Niemczak, and that they both went to the fields so that he could point out the lights that are really intrusive. Mr. Kinzel also stated that there should be local control of the lights. He commented that a company that is two thousand miles away controls the lights, and they do not know what the weather is like or when a ball game has been canceled. He feels that if there are no games in the fields that the lights should not be left on, and that the City is paying a substantial amount of money for unused and unnecessary electricity. Mr. Kinzel stated that their homeowners' association would be meeting on Thursday, and would like to let them know that the issue concerning the lights would be added to the next Parks & Recreation Commission agenda. Mr. Niemczak stated that he has met with Mr. Kinzel to discuss the issues with the ball fields lights. He commented that in April he will be scheduling the re-lamping of the soccer fields, and at that time he will have the lights re -aimed at the ball fields. Mr. Kinzel invited Staff to view the lights from his patio. Chairman Guyer directed Staff to complete a follow up report regarding Mr. Kinzel's issues for the next Parks & Recreation meeting. V. CONSENT CALENDAR A. MINUTES OF THE MEETING FEBRUARY 21, 2006 Minutes of Parks & Recreation Commission of February 21, 2006, were approved as submitted. Motion moved/seconded by Dawson/Barnes and carried by an 8-0 vote with Vice Chair Munson ABSENT. 2 G:IDevServiceslMonica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12006 MinutesQ-21-06. min. doc PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 VI. PRESENTATIONS - None VII. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS — None Vill. NEW BUSINESS A. ARTWORK IN PALMA VILLAGE PARK Recommendation on artwork in Palma Village Park Ms. Steele stated the Commission originally did not support the original artwork for the Palma Village Park. The Arts Manager wanted to share the proposed new artwork for the park, and the pictures are included in the agenda. She stated that the Art in Public Places Commission have already looked at the pictures and wanted the Parks and Recreation Commission to take a look at the art before being taken to the City Council. She requested that the Commission rate their choices for artwork, and if they had any comments to let her know. Commissioner Barnes recalls having an interactive water fountain in the Civic Center Park, and that part of the fountain was a beautiful statue of a boy and girl. He asked where that statue in now located. Staff responded that they believe it is still around City Hall. Commissioner Barnes stated that he would rather see the statue at Palma Village Park instead of paying money for another piece of art. Commissioner Limont and Commissioner Babcock agreed with Mr. Barnes. Ms. Steele commented that she could make that recommendation to the Arts in Public Places Commission, but that funding is set aside for art from development projects. The money for art would be spent at some point. Commissioner Barnes asked Ms. Steele for the status of the interactive water feature. Ms. Steele responded that the company has not communicated with her. She would contact the company again. Commissioner Barnes inquired about a statue of a mother and daughter that was suppose to be in front of the YMCA and the Community Center. Councilman Spiegel responded that the statue is located at the Civic Center Park by the playground. 3 G:IDevServiceslMontca LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutesQ006 MinutesU-21-06.min.doc PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 B. COACHELLA VALLEY RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT SERVICES Discussion concerning financial records of the CVRPD. Ms. Steele reported that the Commission had requested information on CVRPD financial records. She requested if the Commission had any questions, comments, or concerns to please write them down and let her know. Commissioner Barnes asked CVRPD if they are maintaining the ball fields at the High School and the Civic Center. Ms. Steele replied that City Staff maintains the fields, and that CVRPD schedules the fields. Ms. Steele commented that the proposed budget was recently completed, and that at the next meeting she could bring information on funds spent by the City for Parks & Recreation. Commissioner Barnes asked CVRPD if they still send their personnel to Cahuilla Hills to open and close the tennis courts everyday. Ms. Steele replied that they do. She mentioned that Staff is looking at updating the contract with CVRPD. Ms. Steele briefly listed some of the services CVRPD provides to the City. Commissioner Barnes commented that he thought CVRPD controlled the lights in the ball fields, and could not figure why Mr. Kinzel mentioned that a company that is two thousand miles controls the lights for the ball fields. Ms. Steele stated that the company is out of Iowa. They program the lights based on what is scheduled in the fields. She noted that Staff would prepare a report so that the Commission could better understand the process. Commissioner Babcock asked if the Palm Desert Golf Course is being used for junior golf. Councilman Spiegel responded that he was hoping that it would happen, but that the course is not being used enough and is losing money. Commissioner Babcock asked Mr. Ford if they offered any golf programs. Mr. Ford replied that they have contacted First Tee, which is the largest junior golf program in the country. They recently signed an intent letter to bring First Tee to the valley. CVRPD is looking at starting the program in Fall 2006. 4 G:IDevServiceslMonica LoredolWord Data1Parks&ReclMinutes12006 MinutesQ-21-06.min.doc PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 Commissioner Barnes asked if the company controls the lights in the ball fields by Magnesia Falls. Mr. Ford replied that the lights at Magnesia Falls are controlled manually. Chairman Guyer noted that the lights at the Soccer Park are focused down on the fields, and that maybe Staff could find better screens for the lights at the Civic Center ball fields. Commissioner Schukart noted that College of the Desert has trimmed trees on the property line of Monterey, and he has received complaints from residents concerning the lights from the ball fields going into their patio. IX. CONTINUED BUSINESS A. DISC GOLF Discussion and recommendation for a proposed disc golf course site. Mr. Niemczak communicated that Mr. Chad Dean, Disc Golf Representative, approached the City and the Commission requesting an area for a disc golf course. City Staff and Mr. Dean felt that the Soccer Park is suitable for disc golf. He indicated that in the agenda packet there is an aerial picture for a proposed disc golf course, and that the Staff Report also indicates some of the rules showing when the disc golf course could and could not be used. Commissioner Dawson asked if the tees where going to be concrete. Mr. Niemczak replied that the Staff Report represents a price for permanent tees. Commissioner Barnes commented that he could not see concrete in the middle of the soccer fields. Commissioner Schukart explained that tees are on the perimeter of the soccer fields, and it does not appear it would interfere with soccer. Commissioner Limont asked if Staff has checked with the soccer coaches concerning the proposed disc golf course at the Soccer Park. Mr. Niemczak responded that he would contact them. Ms. Steele indicated that she recently received a call from another group that is interested in disc golf. The person that contacted her works for Time Warner, and they are interested in sponsoring or covering some of the costs for the disc golf course. She asked the Commission if that were something they would like Staff to look into. 5 G:OevServiceslMonica LoredolWord DatalParksBReclMinutes12006 MinutesU-21-06. min. doc PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 After a brief discussion on sponsorships, it was decided that it would not be a good idea due to a conflict of interest. Chairman Guyer asked Mr. Dean if he had any questions or comments. Mr. Dean responded that they would not have a problem with either permanent or portable tees. Mr. Niemczak asked the Commission if they would prefer permanent or temporary (would have to be stored) baskets. Chairman Guyer commented that he has concern with the kids possibly running into permanent baskets. Commissioner Schukart commented that permanent baskets would be preferred if they are well placed. It would be more accessible by all people. Councilman Spiegel added that he feels the City does not need another company to pay for the installation of a disc golf course. If the Commission agrees with the proposed course, the Commission could approve the recommendation and take it to the City Council. Commissioner Limont asked if there is any maintenance cost. Mr. Niemczak answered that the baskets have sleeves and could be taken out if there was a need. Commissioner Limont asked if someone would need a card to play. Chairman Guyer explained that it would be the same as if you were going to play tennis on the tennis courts or volleyball on the volleyball courts. Councilman Spiegel briefly explained disc golf to newly appointed Commissioner Dash. Commissioner Barnes referred to Ironwood and commented that he is against passive parks. He commented that at the previous meeting, Ironwood Park was mentioned as a possible location for disc golf. The Commission had all agreed at the previous meeting that they would want to keep Ironwood as a passive park; therefore, everyone agreed to pursue another suitable location for disc golf. Commissioner Babcock commented that there have been several people that did not know Ironwood Park existed or they like it because it is quiet. Commissioner Barnes asked if there have been any problems at Ironwood with teenagers. Commissioner Limont and Schukart responded that they have not seen beer bottles or cans in a while. 6 G:IDevServiceslMonica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12006 MinutesU-21-06.min.doc PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 Commissioner Dawson moved to recommend to the City Council to install a disc golf course at the Soccer Park after the Soccer League has been contacted regarding the course being installed at the Soccer Park. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Barnard and carried by a 7-0-1-1 vote with Commissioner Barnes ABSTAINING and Vice Chair Munson ABSENT. X. OLD BUSINESS A. ICE ARENA RECOMMENDATION Request to continue to the April Commission meeting. Ms. Steele reported that she is scheduled to meet with Redevelopment and the City Manager on Wednesday, March 22, regarding land for the ice arena. She explained that after she meets with the City Manager and Redevelopment, she would have more information for the Commission in regards to land availability for the ice arena. She recommended that this item be continued to the next meeting. Ms. Steele stated that she received a pro forma from Desert Hockey (Cathedral City). She noted that she has not had a chance to look through it. Councilman Spiegel noted that the City Manager would let City Staff know if there is land available for an ice arena. XI. REPORTS AND UPDATES A. PARKS & RECREATION NEEDS ASSESSMENT SURVEY Ms. Steele reported that she incorporated the information she received from the Commission into to the survey. She asked the Commission if they had any additional information that they would like to have incorporated to let her know. She noted that the survey was provided to the City Council and Staff has received some feedback from them. Commissioner Dash commented he was not aware of the number facilities in the City. He mentioned that the answers for Questions No. 3 and No. 20 may be implicit due to the public not knowing that the parks and facilities listed exist. Commissioner Dash noted that overall the survey was very good. Councilman Spiegel commented that there are some facilities that are not geographically identified. For example, Palm Desert Soccer Park on Hovlev Lane. 7 G:OevServiceslMonica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12006 MinutesO-21-06.min.doc PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 Commissioner Babcock mentioned that at previous meetings it was noted the amount parks in the City and the lack of publicity. Ms. Steele indicated that Councilman Spiegel requested the City calendar for 2007 be dedicated to City parks. Ms. Steele added that she is looking at preparing a marketing piece to promote the parks that will include maps showing where the parks are located. Commissioner Limont stated that at the last meeting it was mentioned to incorporate a question regarding fees and usage of facilities and programs. She did not see the question in the survey. Commissioner Babcock asked what would be the authenticity of the survey. Ms. Steele responded that Staff requested a statistically valid survey with a 95% confidence level, +/- 4 percent from the surveying firm. Commissioner Dash asked how the survey would be distributed. Ms. Steele responded that the ETC Institute would be mailing out 3,000 surveys and follow up with phone calls. The Institute needs to receive 600 surveys from the 3,000. Commissioner Schukart noted that he has talked to other cities that have done surveys similar to what Palm Desert is doing, and they were very pleased with their results. The Commission discussed some of the concerns Commissioner Babcock had with the survey. B. AQUATIC CENTER DESIGN Ms. Steele asked the Commissioner of there was anyone interested in being part of the Aquatic Center Design Committee to let her know. Chairman Guyer, Commissioners Babcock, Barnard, Barnes, and Schukart volunteered. Commissioner Barnes stated that he had requested for someone to take him across the street and show him exactly where the Aquatic Center is going to be located and a sketch of the layout. Commissioner Schukart stated that he would take Commissioner Barnes to the exact location of the 2.2 acres for the Aquatic Center. Commissioner Barnes again voiced his concerns with parking. Councilman Spiegel reminded him that there is extensive parking be added to the College of the Desert (COD) as part of the remodeling. Commissioner Barnes requested the exact number of parking spaces that are going to be needed and what will be available. 8 G:IDevServiceslMonica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12006 Minutesl3-21-06. min. doc PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 Ms. Steele responded that the first step with the architect is the layout of the pool, and the reason to form an Aquatic Center Design Committee is so that they could receive input. Commissioner Barnes voiced his concern with COD using the pool in the morning when there might be people that would want to do lap swimming. Ms. Steele responded that the City would work with COD on the programming. Commissioner Babcock asked if CVRPD and the YMCA would have programs and how they would be coordinated. Commissioner Barnes suggested a bulkhead. Ms Steele responded that lanes lines could also be used. The Commission discussed the usage of the pool and that it could be successful. Ms. Steele briefly described a bulkhead. C. DOG PARK UPDATE Ms. Steele thanked those Commissioners that made it to the City Council meeting on February 23. She received direction from the Council, and they requested Staff to return with less restrictive measures. Some of the options are more signage, more dog bags posted, empowering Park Patrol doing a little more, etc. Commissioner Limont asked if City Staff has taken over the maintenance of the dog park. She commented that the park has improved within the last two weeks and looks great. Mr. Niemczak remarked that his Staff is supplementing what the current landscape contractor is doing. He explained that they put signage up that the dog park is closed for a couple hours while Staff completes maintenance. Councilman Spiegel noted that Staff would work on some less restrictive recommendations. Commissioner Barnes stated he was tremendously disappointed in the attitude the City Council took regarding restricting dogs at the Soccer Field. He noted that soccer is a contact sport unlike baseball where it is a matter of cleaning your shoes. He read an article from Parade Magazine from the Sunday, March 5, 2006, Los Angeles Times called "Are Your Pets Making You Sick?" Commissioner Barnes read the article to the Commission. 9 G:0evServiceslMonica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12006 MinutesO-21-06.min.doc PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 `Hookworin and roundworm are parasites that flourish in dog poop, and some can live in the soil for years. Children who contract these parasites while playing on contaminated ground or in sandboxes are at risk of rashes, organ damage and even blindness. Pregnant women can put their unborn babies at risk, and anyone picnicking or playing with a contaminated Frisbee can get sick. Romidwornis clone infect about lo,000 Americans a year. 147hat can you do? Don't be one of the 30% of dog owners tvho say they never pick up after Fido. Always wash your hands afterward, and be sure that your children know to stay away from pet waste. Take hand wipes ivith you to the sandbox or park, and clean kids' hands before they put them in their mouths. Mang vets advise giving dogs a inonthly heartworm pill. Visit www.StODworms.com to learn more. Commissioner Barnes stated that it is one thing to step in it, but is another thing to roll in it. Councilman Spiegel asked Commissioner Barnes if he has a copy of the article for Ms. Steele's files. He replied yes. Commissioner Limont requested that a copy of the article is sent to Mayor Jim Ferguson. She said at the City Council meeting the Mayor stated, "The City does not have a problem because he does not hear about it." Councilman Spiegel suggested having a person like a doctor testify when the subject comes up again. Commissioner Barnes noted that he has found dog poop at the tennis courts. Commissioner Barnard asked if Staff has received any correspondence from the Soccer League concerning the dog issues. Ms. Steele responded that it all has been verbal. It was mentioned that it would be helpful to have someone from the Soccer League attend the Council meeting. Chairman Guyer mentioned that some of the people that attend the soccer games bring their dogs to the games and would eliminate themselves if they were to do a petition. Commissioner Babcock asked Staff if they are moving in the direction of having cards to enter the dog park. Staff replied no per Council's direction. 10 G:IDevServiceslMonica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12006 MinutesU-21-06. min. doc PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 Commissioner Barnes asked if there is any reason why there has to be a wait for a regional park to be developed to put in a dog park. Why can't a piece property be taken that is designated for a future park and build a temporary dog park? Councilman Spiegel responded that is a thought. He mentioned that there are some small community parks going in, and we can find out if the community is willing to put in a dog park. Ms. Steele noted the University Park project does include a dog park. Councilman Spiegel stated that it would be easier to persuade neighboring cities to build their own dog parks. Commissioner Schukart expressed that the City Council is not supportive of identification cards for the dog park and/or closing the Soccer Park to dogs. He stated that the City Council is not going to listen to the Commission's recommendations, and that other people from the community need to be brought to the Council meeting to bring up the two issues. Commissioner Dawson moved to continue the dog park issues with the City Council to a future Parks & Recreation Commission meeting. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Babcock and carried by an 8-0 vote with Vice Chair Munson ABSENT. D. FREEDOM PARK UPDATE Ms. Steele announced that there is a pre -construction meeting scheduled for Friday, March 24. She hopes everything will start moving fast forward. Chairman Guyer questioned the bid results. Mr. Niemczak responded the two higher prices are from Los Angeles contractors. He noted that James E. Simon Company is local and has worked on other parks in the City. James E. Simon Co. is more familiar with what the costs are to build a park in the desert. Ms. Steele also noted that James E. Simon Co. have their own concrete trucks, which makes a big difference. Commissioner Babcock asked Staff if they could ask James E. Simon Co. about building a handball court and kiosks. Mr. Niemczak responded that he is scheduled to talk to an architect on Wednesday, March 22, to look at designing the handball courts, the swamp area, and the columns in Legends Fields. Commissioner Babcock asked if there are contractors that could build the handball courts. Mr. Niemczak responded that they first need the designs for contractors to process a bid. Ms. Steele commented that she would 11 G:0evServiceslMonica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutesT006 MinutesO-21-06.min.doc PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 talk to James E. Simon Co. regarding the handball courts and the swamp area. Commissioner Limont asked what the weekend hours at the Community Center are. Ms. Steele responded that it is 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Commissioner Limont asked why their hours are so limited. Mr. Ford answered that there is more staff than there are people using the facility. He stated that the hours used to be noon to 6:00 p.m. E. PARK INSPECTIONS Ms. Steele reported an incident occurred at the community park by the Palm Desert Middle School. There was a small fire started in one of the restroom stalls. She mentioned that the Fire Department talked to several kids when there were fires in the Civic Center Park, since then there have not been any fires at the Civic Center Park. It now seems that the fires have shifted to another location. She notified the Fire Marshal regarding the incident. Mr. Niemczak also reported that the fence at the Civic Center Dog Park was damaged. A car jumped the curb, hit a fire hydrant and light pole, and ran into the fence at the Dog Park. The car stopped inside the dog park. Commissioner Babcock indicated that more and more people are using the trails and asked that a restroom be considered in the future. Ms. Steele commented that she would assign Commissioner Dash a park and provide him with an inspection sheet. XII. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner Barnes asked for an update on the fence for Homme/Adams Park. Mr. Niemczak responded that he is meeting with a contractor on Wednesday, March 22, for an estimate to install a split rail fence. He mentioned that there were a couple of Council Members that had a problem with the boulders because off -road bikes and smaller vehicles would be able to go through. Commissioner Schukart asked for an update on the palapa that was burned. Mr. Niemczak answered that the company could not invoice the City. A check is being processed so that the palapa could be replaced. Commissioner Limont regretfully announced that Mr. Lujack thanked the Commission for the possible nomination, but would prefer to be taken out 12 G:0evSe1viceslMonica LoredolWord DatalParks&Rec Minutes12006 MinutesO-21-06. min. doc PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 of the pool. He indicated that he is 81 years old and trying to calm his life down and be a little more private. Commissioner Babcock asked for an update on the trail to the Bump and Grind. Mr. Niemczak replied that he would have to ask Mr. Ryan Stendell. Councilman Spiegel suggested that Mr. Stendell be invited to the next meeting. Ms. Steele responded that she would invite him so he can give an update on the trails. Commissioner Dawson asked for an update on the amphitheater in the Civic Center Park. Ms. Steele responded that the committee has to meet again and move forward. She explained that she has been working on several projects, and the amphitheater is a project that she put on hold. Ms. Steele stated that she would provide the Commission with more information on projects for the next meeting. Councilman Spiegel commented that the music program in the Civic Center Park would be starting soon, which will last through September. Hopefully, by September Staff would have come up with some ideas, and if is not something major, it could be done by the beginning of next year. Commissioner Barnes asked for an update on the baseball fields by the High School. Ms. Steele answered she recently met with the City Manager and a couple of school representatives. She revealed that Oleson Field would be available to the City until June 2007. The school district indicated that if the City needs the field that the City would need to maintain it. The school district does not want to maintain the fields during the construction. The fields on Rutledge will be gone as of June 1, 2006. The school district mentioned that they are installing a small track behind the tot lot, but would not be ready until September 2006. The area could be used for tee ball practice. Ms. Steele stated she is looking for space at some of the other elementary schools during the summer. She stated the school district is planning on maintaining the tot lot at Rutledge. The school district is looking at taking the tot lot out to expand the playing fields or leaving it as is. Ms. Steele requested that the Commission give it some thought if they would like to leave it as a tot lot. Commissioner Babcock requested the issue concerning the tot lot be added to the next agenda. Ms. Steele commented that she would be meeting with the school district, and she could invite them to a Commission meeting for a presentation on 13 G:IDevServiceslMonica LoredolWord DaWParks&ReclMinutes12006 Minutesl3-21-06.min.doc PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES MARCH 21, 2006 what they are planning. She noted that it has not been made public to the City. Commissioner Babcock stated that the school district always wants more and more land. He asked if there would be an agreement with the district so the land could be used for a park and the park would be able to be used during the summertime. Ms. Steele explained that the City currently has a contract with the school district, which is renewed every year. She noted that either party could end the agreement at anytime. Ms. Steele briefly noted which ball fields will or will not be available during the district's remodeling process. Councilman Spiegel also noted that other cities are building their ball fields, which would take some pressure of Palm Desert ball fields. Chairman Guyer mentioned that in the past, it felt like the City never received the good end of the deal with school district. Councilman Spiegel replied that might have been true before Doris Wilson became superintendent. He feels that things could be done now, which could not have been done before. Commissioner Barnes commented that it is going to cost $10 million to build Freedom Park and another $10 million for the Aquatic Center, is there money? Ms. Steele responded that the money for Freedom Park is identified on page 42 of the meeting agenda, and the money has been put aside. She noted that the City Manager is working very strongly towards finding the funding for the Aquatic Center. Ms. Steele stated that the City currently has $4 million for the Aquatic Center, and approximately another $4 million is needed. It was mentioned that next year Washington Charter would be moving back, and the school by Freedom Park would be a new elementary school. Other schools were mentioned that would be opening soon in other areas. XIII. ADJOURNMENT Upon motion by Commissioner Dawson, second by Commissioner Schukart, and unanimous vote of the Commission, Chairman Guyer adjourned the meeting at 10:40 a.m. Monica Loredo, Recording Secretary 14 G:OevServiceslMonica LoredolWord DatalParks&ReclMinutes12006 MinutesO-21-06.min.doc