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RecreationandParkCommission,2013-04-11,1,"DRAFT
ALAMEDA RECREATION AND PARK COMMISSION
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING
DATE:
Thursday, April 11, 2013
TIME:
7:03 p.m. Called to Order
PLACE:
City Hall Council Chambers
1.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Chair Restagno, Vice-Chair Delaney, and Commissioner Brown
Absent:
Commissioners Cooke and Sonneman
Staff:
Amy Wooldridge, Recreation & Parks Director
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approve the minutes of March 14, 2013 regular Recreation & Park Commission meeting as
edited.
M/S/C Vice-Chair Delaney, Commissioner Brown (unanimously approved)
3.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, AGENDA
Speaker Mr. Jim Sweeney thanked the Commission for their work and recommendations. This
project has endured, and there is no questioning what the people want. The next thing will be
a booth at the Earth Day celebration on April 20th at Washington Park. He believes something
can happen quickly, even if it is trails on the property. There are a lot of people with expertise
who are interested in helping.
4.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Director Wooldridge provided an invite to Meet Your Officials Night from the League of Women
Voters.
Chair Restagno reported a letter from the Jean Sweeney Community Group to the
Commission requesting the beltline property be Jean's namesake. Director Wooldridge stated
the conceptual plan will go to City Council in May and this can be mentioned as part of that,
but will also come back to the Commission in the future.
5.
NEW BUSINESS
A. 2013-2015 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for Recreation & Park Projects
Director Wooldridge provided a brief presentation and overview of the Recreation and Park
Capital Improvement Projects for this two-year budget cycle. She stated that current open
projects, such as the Krusi Park Recreation Center, are not part of this list. She reported that
Krusi Park is being reviewed by Contractor Mr. Bob Haun, in order to create a list for value
engineering.",RecreationandParkCommission/2013-04-11.pdf
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1) Encinal Boat Ramp Renovation.
This project is contingent upon receiving the State Dept. of Boating & Waterways grant. If
received, it will make $284,511 of Measure WW funds available from the boat ramp restroom
replacement project that is included in the grant scope. Measure WW funds are applied for
annually on March 30th, so any new projects to make use of those funds would be applied for
at that time.
2) Beltline/Jean Sweeney Open Space Park Development.
Director Wooldridge discussed the required soil testing and development of a conceptual
design. The environmental review process (CEQA) must be undertaken as well and this will
involve a traffic study which may cost $15,000. Chair Restagno asked if the CEQA funds for
the traffic study can be requested from the general fund. Director Wooldridge responded that
is something they can recommend.
3) Estuary Park Athletic Field Renovation.
Design work and an initial assessment are needed for the project. Vice-Chair Delaney asked if
there has been any negative feedback from the community regarding renovating the field
space in that area. And is there any information about a grant from Pete Stark's office, as he
recalled from several years ago. Director Wooldridge has not heard any negative feedback.
The area is very appealing to athletic groups because it is removed from a residential area and
so is ideal for field lighting and adequate parking. She stated she has no knowledge of grants
out of Stark's office but will inquire.
4) Encinal and Emma Hood Swim Center Renovations - Phase 1
This is an estimated cost for half of the renovation of Encinal Swim Center. Vice-Chair Delaney
stated he took a tour of the pools and is amazed by how much is needed. He asked if there
were opportunities to open pools for community use during school hours. This could be a
revenue generator. Director Wooldridge stated that it is not allowed within the current joint use
agreement with the District. She reported she is continuing to meet with AUSD staff to discuss
the swimming pool renovations.
5) Godfrey Recreation Center Renovation
This is an unfunded project but Godfrey is an aging facility that is in need of some basic
improvements. Chair Restagno asked if any identified issues are a hazard or danger to the
public. Director Wooldridge stated there are no hazards to the public, but that it is a heavily
utilized building that needs work on the doors, roof, floor, paint and heating.
Chair Restango asked about other items that didn't make it into the staff report. Director
Wooldridge reported that all of the recreation centers could use work. The Harrison Center
floors and barbeque area are slated for rehab and it is still on the funded list for the CIP.
Vice-Chair Brown commended Director Wooldridge and staff for their work.
Chair Restagno stated if extra funding could be tagged for the Beltline to fund the traffic study.
Director Wooldridge replied that it could be part of the Commission's recommendation to
Council.",RecreationandParkCommission/2013-04-11.pdf
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Motion to approve the 2013-15 recommended CIP list with the request for increasing the
Beltline budget by $15,000.
M/S/C Vice-Chair Delaney, Commissioner Brown (unanimously approved)
B. Review and Discuss Container for Alameda Attack (Lacrosse) at Harrington Park
Director Wooldridge provided a handout with an aerial of the site and asked for approval for a
storage container for Alameda Attack Lacrosse. Chair Restagno suggested a requirement for
the container be that it be painted the same color as the restroom facility that it is adjacent to.
Vice-Chair Delaney concurred, as long as it is painted.
Motion to approve a storage container for Alameda Attack at Harrington Field.
M/S/C Commissioner Brown, Vice-Chair Delaney (unanimously approved)
B. Swim Center Renovation Update
Director Wooldridge stated this item has been covered through previous discussions during the
CIP discussion. Vice-Chair Delaney asked if the City Manager had directed that the City help
AUSD financially with renovation costs. Director Wooldridge stated this was discussed at a
joint meeting with AUSD, but nothing was finalized. The Agreements with AUSD state that
they are responsible for any capital improvements. Vice-Chair Delaney said regardless of the
aesthetics, if the equipment fails there would be serious problems. Director Wooldridge stated
this is more than an aesthetic issue. She talked briefly about the condition of the equipment.
6.
OLD BUSINESS
A. Alameda Beltline Update (Discussion)
The Church of Latter Day Saints is starting work on the old railroad building. They will be
painting the exterior and doing work to secure waterproof the building such as replacing fascia,
side boards and closing the roof. ARPD will be applying for the building permit for the project.
7.
REPORTS FROM RECREATION COMMISSION AND RECREATION & PARK DIRECTOR
A.
Recreation Commission Reports - Commissioner Brown reported Mastick Senior
Center had their volunteer recognition luncheon with a reported 23,000+ of donated hours from
over 230 volunteers which is equivalent to more than 10 full-time staff. The membership is
around 3,300. She talked to the Manager about the wheelchair availability issue, and reported
that there are wheelchairs and walkers, along with the staff who is fully trained to help.
B.
Friends of the Park Report - Vice-Chair Delaney reported he has attended many of
the activities in the City, along with monthly meetings, and he would like to report he has
received many positive comments and observations.
Chair Restagno stated there is the annual Play-for-the-Parks golf tournament on September
25th. He stated they will be discussing the potential event around the Lincoln Park equipment.
Vice-Chair Delaney has been great about getting the energy going. And they have a new",RecreationandParkCommission/2013-04-11.pdf
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potential board member.
C.
Recreation and Parks Director Report - Director Wooldridge reported on the
presentation by the golf course designer, Rees Jones. Greenway is currently renovating the
driving range. The Mif is moving through the grading permit process and is anticipated to begin
construction in May.
There are several items going to City Council soon, including the Beltline Conceptual Use Plan
on
May 7th and on May 21st, Older Americans Proclamation, Mastick Annual Report and the
AUSD Joint Use Agreement for the Swim Centers. She also encouraged the Commission and
public to take the budget challenge on the City website.
ARPD is working with Localize It for marketing and promotion. They sell discount cards to
businesses for $10 with $5 going to schools.
The Field Allocation Policy will be reviewed. The State Assembly Bill 2404 requires cities to
ensure compliance of gender equity in sport programs and field/gym allocations. Chair
Restagno asked if there have been any issues with girls' leagues requests. Director
Wooldridge said not that she is aware of, but sometimes when there is not a policy in place, it
can happen implicitly.
September 28th is ""Everything Alameda"", Celebrate Our Island City, in lower Washington, Crab
Cove and Robert Crown Memorial starting at 9:00 a.m. with an open water swim. Chair
Restagno offered to volunteer. There will be local bands, local food, a beer and wine garden,
homebrew competition, family activities, art and non-profit booths, 60th Day Camp Anniversary
celebration, aquatic and fishing demonstrations, and a Police vs. Fire softball game.
Director Wooldridge reported that Mastick has been painted inside, waxed the floors and
pruned their trees. She reported that a donation from the Rose L. and Winsler Bay Foster
Trust for $25,000.
Regarding parks, she stated we are still working through some parks issues, like rising
irrigation and costs. There is a tree pruning maintenance plan for all the parks being
implemented. She is working with Public Works to get recycling in Washington Park as a pilot
program for recycling in our parks. There is a significant cost involved for purchasing and
staffing.
The Eggstravaganza was a success with over 1,400 people, and the spring coloring contest
had over 130 entries and a reception for the winners who are displayed at the Alameda Art
Center in Southshore.
There are 65 teams for adult softball this year, and Dennis McDaniels received positive
feedback on Yelp.
April 20th will be Earth Day in Washington Park.
The Albert Dewitt Officers' Club has been undergoing some major clean-up thanks to Mr.",RecreationandParkCommission/2013-04-11.pdf
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McDaniels and with the hiring of four APC residents. The place looks great, which has been
neglected for years. This is helping to generate revenue with Saturdays already booked
through October.
ARPD is in the process of hiring for summer and training will happen soon. Chair Restagno
asked how many parks will be open throughout summer. Director Wooldridge stated currently
the schedule is set for two parks for the paid program and five parks for the Parks &
Playgrounds program.
Woodstock ball field renovation has started and will be completed by Fall.
Leydecker Park has public noticing in place for a new cell tower on an existing field light pole.
This will bring in revenue.
D.
Other Reports - Commissioner Brown mentioned the insert of the ACI bill has printed
the Jump & Jivin' Event on July 4th, which has been canceled. She asked if there is an update
on batting cages at Krusi Park. Chair Restagno stated there is fundraising happening currently
for that project. Director Wooldridge reported this is the same for the Willie Stargell memorial.
8.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL - None
9.
ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA - Jean Sweeney naming, and Swim Center updates
10.
SET NEXT MEETING DATE: Thursday, May 9, 2013.
11.
ADJOURNMENT
M/S/C Vice-Chair Delaney motioned to adjourn at 8:20 p.m. Commission Brown seconded,
and unanimous.",RecreationandParkCommission/2013-04-11.pdf
SocialServiceHumanRelationsBoard,2013-04-11,1,"Social Service Human Relations Board
Minutes of the Special Meeting, Thursday, April 11, 2013
1. CALL TO ORDER and ROLL CALL President Wasko called the meeting to order
at 7:08 p.m. Present were: Vice-President Villareal, members Biggs, Radding, Watkinson, Williams,
and Robles-Wong
1.-A
WELCOME NEW BOARD MEMBER MICHAEL ROBLES-WONG
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes of the Special Meeting, February 28, 2013 were approved as amended.
M/S Biggs / Radding 6 Yes 1 Abstention Robles-Wong
3.
AGENDA ITEMS
3.-A
REQUEST FOR BOARD TO CO-SPONSOR A CITY OF ALAMEDA ""ENOUGH
ABUSE CAMPAIGN"" TO PREVENT CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE
IRENE KUDARAUSKAS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ALAMEDA FAMILY
SERVICES
Irene Kudarauskas, Executive Director Alameda Family Services (AFS) shared that AFS is
taking the lead in the launch of an ""Enough Abuse Campaign"" in Alameda, and would like the
Board to partner with AFS in helping identify and engage other Alameda organizations to take
part in this effort. She presented a Power Point presentation that detailed the campaign's
message.
Child sexual abuse is a silent, violent epidemic. It's so widespread that each of us probably
knows someone who has been victimized or who has abused.
The Enough Abuse Campaign is a grassroots movement gaining momentum across the country.
Developed in Massachusetts, the Campaign has been adopted by New Jersey and Maryland and
has now been launched in New York and California. The campaign is providing adults and
communities with the knowledge and skills they need to put an end to the silence, and eventually,
the epidemic. The movement against child sexual abuse starts with a single word - ENOUGH.
Its symbol - a hand raised outward indicating our unwillingness to let the problem go
unchallenged any longer.
Its hope - that by being united we can end the secrets, shame, hurt, confusion, and denial that for
too long have allowed child sexual abuse to operate, and even thrive, in our homes and
communities.
Its commitment - to bring together parents, professionals, adult survivors, concerned citizens,
elected leaders, policymakers, and funders to engage them in this historic movement.
The Campaign's Mission is to create a groundswell of focused action aimed at preventing child
sexual abuse by providing families and professionals with evidence-based knowledge and real-
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SocialServiceHumanRelationsBoard,2013-04-11,2,"world strategies. Through this focused action, it hopes to empower the Greater Bay Area
communities to stand up and say ENOUGH child sexual abuse!
Ms. Kudarauskas explained that she would like to present the PP at a meeting on Non-profit EDs
in preparation for the launch. Campaign materials will include trailers that hopefully can be run
at the Alameda Theatre.
Member Robles-Wong enquired about the campaign's capacity to reach non-English speaking
Alamedans.
Ms Kudarauskas shared that there will be the opportunity to train multi-lingual presenters. We
will check to see in which languages the PP is available.
Motion recommending the Board co-sponsor the Enough Abuse Campaign in Alameda, in
partnership with Alameda Family Services.
M/S Wasko/Villareal Unanimous
3-B. WORKGROUP PROGRESS REPORTS - Information - 30 minutes
Assessment and Awareness Workgroup
President Wasko said she was prepared to put together a ""Survey Template"" but wanted feedback
from others regarding whether or not it was needed. The consensus was to provide basic information
as opposed to a complete ""How To"" package. The next survey conducted by the Board will most
likely be one dealing with Human Relations.
Resource Sharing Workgroup
Member Biggs announced that there was a meeting of non-profit EDs on March 20. President
Wasko was there to suggest collaborative grant application opportunities, but the group expressed
that they would like more time to gel as a group before taking on collaborative projects. They plan
to meet again soon.
Alamedans Together Against Hate Workgroup
Member Villareal shared that ATAH met a few weeks ago and is in the process of drafting a letter to
the Scouts that might also be shared with the media.
He also announce plans for the upcoming 4th Annual Harvey Milk Day Celebration. Jim Franz has
joined Henry as co-chair for the event.
4.
BOARD/STAFF COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA - Information - 10 minutes
Member Robles-Wong announced that he is helping coordinate the Asian Pacific Island Cultural
Festival at South Shore on May 19. One of the roles he is playing on the committee is recognition
of Asian Pacific Island former armed forces members.
5.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Information - 3 minutes per speaker
6.
ADJOURNMENT
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SocialServiceHumanRelationsBoard,2013-04-11,3,"The meeting adjourned at 8:29 p.m.
M/S Villareal/Watkinson Unanimous
Respectfully submitted by:
Jim Franz
Secretary
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