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RecreationandParkCommission,2012-10-11,1,"Apd
ALAMEDA RECREATION AND PARK COMMISSION
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING
DATE:
Thursday, October 11, 2012
TIME:
7:02 p.m. Called to Order
PLACE:
City Hall Council Chambers
1.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Vice Chair Delaney, Commissioners Lola Brown and Ann Cooke
Absent:
Chair Restagno and Commissioner Sonneman
Staff:
Amy Wooldridge, Recreation & Parks Director
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approve the Minutes of September 13, 2012 Recreation & Park Commission Regular Meeting
M/S/C
Brown, Cooke (unanimously approved)
3.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, AGENDA
Speaker - Robert ""Bob"" Ploss, of the Aquatic Task Force, an Ad Hoc Volunteer group,
addressed the Commission as an individual by stating he would like to see an aquatic center
as part of the Beltline project. He would like to be involved in the process.
Speaker - Dorothy Freeman, of the Jean Sweeney Open Space Committee (JSOSC), is very
interested in being involved with this project and being part of the process. She provided a
brief on how dedicated Ms. Sweeney was to acquiring the land and keeping it open space.
Speaker - Helena Lengel, Biology Department of the College of Alameda, stated she also
worked with the JSOSC on the ballot measure to acquire the property. She would like to stay
involved with the development of the land. She would like to see the students of the College be
involved from a scientific study standpoint and learning environment, such as sample testing
and measurements.
Speaker - Jim Sweeney, husband of Jean Sweeney, delighted this project coming to fruition.
Jean never gave up on this, which started in 1998 at a meeting at Mastick Senior Center. The
result was that everyone wanted open space for walking, and bike paths and she was able to
get 1,000 signatures and the initiative passed. Jean was lucky enough to find the original
contact for the buy-back and she was there every step of the way.
4.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
5.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Beltline Property - Staff Wooldridge provided a map handout of the Beltline project
[Attachment A] and the land to be developed, which has become part of the City of
Alameda, although Union Pacific still owns a section along the southern portion. She
explained the details of the Rail Banking Agreement and its restrictions, specifically a
30-40' path that must remain dedicated to a rail line for future use.",RecreationandParkCommission/2012-10-11.pdf
RecreationandParkCommission,2012-10-11,2,"Recreation Commission
Meeting Minutes - October 11, 2012
Page 2
This is the very start of the community input process for the project, and the
Commission's task is to determine what the input process will entail. Commission will
lead the process with Wooldridge. Staff suggested the following potential process:
Initial community meetings in January or February with outreach including
mailing to residents, press releases, posting on web and email, flyers onsite
and contacting potentially interested user groups. This initial community
brainstorm process would help determine the uses at the Beltline.
The second step Council approval of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a
conceptual landscape design, paid by the City's available dedicated Open
Space Funds.
The next step would be additional community meetings to review the
conceptual design.
Once the conceptual design and cost estimate are complete, then Staff can apply for
State Funds such as the Land and Water Conservation Fund and Prop 84. The LWCF
applications are due by Nov. 1, 2013 so that goal is to complete the process prior to
that. Both of these funding sources are geared toward open space, which could include
active elements such as community gardens, bike and walking trails, playgrounds, etc.
It
does not include funding for athletic facilities such as a swim center or fields. These
are harder to fund and would require other funding sources.
Vice Chair Delaney - Are there limitations to lean one way or the other?
Director Wooldridge - The only limitation is the Rail Banking Agreement which requires
that the 30'-40' area along the length of the Beltline remain available, but there is
nothing specific as to where that path is to be. Funding sources are also a factor.
Member Brown - Due to the amount of time Ms. Jean Sweeney dedicated to this project
we should be conscious about taking our time with the process and getting it right. By
looking at the map it looks like a smaller amount of property than the full Beltline.
Member Cooke - When will the project be accepting proposals and will those proposals
be for mixed-use, a combo of uses?
Wooldridge - The community can provide input at the meetings. As we move forward
with input, we will have a better idea on timelines. This group should think about mixed-
use, an active recreation, parking issues (i.e., open space requires less parking), and
funding.
Director Wooldridge - Asked for feedback on community meeting.
Member Brown - January is a good idea, after the holiday, and location should be
discussed, along with whether to have meeting on a Saturday or week day.
Vice Chair Delaney - Evening meetings are good, weekends could work for some
people who travel for work. It would be best to have community leaders, membership
groups to provide outreach.
Member Cooke - Many in the community have little knowledge of this Beltline area.",RecreationandParkCommission/2012-10-11.pdf
RecreationandParkCommission,2012-10-11,3,"Elks Hoop Shoot event won an Elks National Award. Local youth groups and at our
after school sites, will send kids who shot the most free throws out of 25 throws.
These finalists will then compete in the finals in January 2013.
Teens are working hard on their Haunted House at South Shore.
Mastick Open House had 17 vendors and approx. 265 participants. Everyone
enjoyed themselves and were encouraged to visit the vendors through a bingo
game. Staff plans to increase the number of vendors next year. Good revenue and
helpful information for the seniors.
Receiving good feedback on the tennis courts resurfacing. Leydecker, Longfellow
and Franklin have been done, with Washington underway. This is a Measure WW
funded project.
Ritler Park lawn is almost fully restored. Became brown due to an adjacent pump
station project that cut the water and electrical lines for irrigation.
Krusi Park is out to bid, information is available online.",RecreationandParkCommission/2012-10-11.pdf
RecreationandParkCommission,2012-10-11,4,"Recreation Commission
Meeting Minutes - October 11, 2012
Page 4
Encinal Boat Ramp - Wooldridge met with the California Dept. of Boat and
Waterways for potential funding of a full renovation. If chosen, they will provide
engineers to create a conceptual design and cost estimates which are then used to
apply for funding in April 2013. Typically the boat ramp is non-operational in winter
but these improvements would make it available year-round and potential add
another dock for non-motorized craft. Also was approached by the O'kalani Canoe
Club who is interested in coming back to Alameda and making their home at the
Encinal Boat Ramp.
City Council November 20 - Lease Agreement with Alameda Soccer Club will be
discussed. These are the fields currently leased to Piedmont Soccer.
Miracle League of the East Bay - Previous agreement with ARRA needs to be
revisited. Waiting to hear back from Miracle League to see if they are interested.
Meyers House - looking at transferring the House to the Alameda Museum. On the
Historical Advisory Board agenda on 11/1/12 then going to City Council for
discussion in January or February. Museum has a 5-year capital improvement plan
for the house.
Currently negotiating with the Ala Costa Centers to provide space for an afterschool
program for developmentally disabled children.
Woodstock Park baseball field renovation was funded by a 2004 State Grant and is
moving forward with a community meeting scheduled for October 24th
Mayor's Tree Lighting is December 1st.
City website is being revamped
Alameda won American's Promise Alliance 100 Best Cities for the 3rd year in a row.
The second round of Recreation Specialist interviews have been completed and
staff are confirmed: Dennis McDaniels, Christina Bailey and Mariel Thomas.
ARPD will host an Open House for staff, Commission and Council on Halloween,
10am-Noon. Please join us if you are available.
C. Other Reports and Announcements - None
8.
STATUS REPORT ON ONGOING PROJECTS - None
9.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL - None
10.
ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA
Update on Beltline next steps
11.
SET NEXT MEETING DATE: Thursday, November 8, 2012.
12.
ADJOURNMENT
M/S/C Cooke, Brown and unanimous
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