09-13-2018 CITY OF GRAND TERRACE
PARKS &RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
September 13, 2018 -4:00 p.m.
City Hall Community Room - North
22795 Barton Road
MINUTES
CALL MEETING TO ORDER:
Brian Phelps, Chairman, City Manager called the Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee Regular
Meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
2. Introduction of New Appointee
Debra Thomas, City Clerk introduced Mayor Darcy McNaboe's new appointee to the Parks &
Recreation Advisory Committee, Jeremy Rivera.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Committee Member Rivera
ROLL CALL:
Present: Committee Member Rivera, Suarez; Chairman Phelps
Absent: Committee Member Firnkoess
1. Approve August 9,2018 Minutes
City Clerk Thomas suggested that the minutes be continued to the October 11, 2018 Committee
meeting due to only two (2) members of the Committee able to vote.
Committee Member Suarez moved, and Committee Member Rivera seconded that the August 9,
2018 Minute be continued to the October 11, 2018 agenda.
AYES: Committee Member Rivera, Suarez; Chairman Phelps
ABSENT: Committee Member Fimkoess
3. Public Comments
None.
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4. Staff Presentation
None.
5. New Business
a. Engage Community-Assist with Naming Slope on Mt. Vernon.
City Clerk Thomas reiterated the City Council's desire for the Committee to engage the
community to come up with a name for the slope on Mt. Vernon.
After discussion, the Committee will be reaching out to the Colton Area Museum, Dr. Tom
Rivera and Dr. G to provide historical information and possible presentation brought back to
the Committee on the history of the location.
b. RDA Bond Proceeds
a. Parks & Recreation Project List
The Committee was provided with a list of potential projects for Parks & Recreation and the
Committee held the following discussion:
i. Would like to prioritize projects by the largest and two most used parks; Richard Rollins
Park and Veterans Freedom Park
ii. Regarding Fitness Park Plant Replacement, it was suggested that the City consider
transplanting plants from other parks at this location.
iii. Sign for Veterans Freedom Park — Question arose by Committee what kind of sign and
where would it be located. City Clerk Thomas will share the question with the City
Manager and return to the Committee with a response at its next meeting.
iv. Slurry Seal & Additional ADA Parking Spaces — Question arose regarding which park
would this project be assigned to. City Clerk Thomas will share the question with the City
Manager and return to the Committee with a response at its next meeting.
v. Freeway Retaining Wall Stamp — Question arose asking if the City will receive a Freeway
Retaining Wall Stamp provided by Caltrans at the Barton Road Interchange or is this no
longer an option. City Clerk Thomas will share the question with the City Manager and
return to the Committee with a response at its next meeting.
vi. It was suggested that the community be allowed opportunities to assist with repairs to help
defer costs; i.e. re-painting/repair benches and picnic tables, painting parking area, plant
transplantation
vii.The Committee suggested Burrtec could donate trash receptacles at various park locations.
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7. New Parks
a. Update on Soccer Field Refurbishment Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
As soon as a new date and time has been selected, he Committee requested notification.
8. Recreation and Special Event Activities
a. 40'h Anniversary Family Picnic and Char Show participation
Due to the lateness of the hour, no discussion was held.
b. Holiday Tree Lighting
Due to the lateness of the hour, no discussion was held.
c. Summer Recreation Activities
Due to the lateness of the hour, no discussion was held.
9. Committee Member Comments
Committee Member Rivera will be taking over locking up the Dog Park on Thursdays and
Sundays.
10. Staff Comments
None.
11. Adjournment
Chairman Phelps adjourned the Parks& Recreation Advisory Committee meeting at 5:30 p.m.
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Brian Phelps, lirman a ra Thomas, Committee
P , Secretary
Next Meeting Date:
October 11, 2018 6a. 4:00 p.m.