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RecreationandParkCommission | 2015-06-11 | 2 | Chair Delaney called for nominations for the Vice Chair. Commissioner Brown nominated Commissioner Mariani. Mariani declined and nominated Delaney for Vice Chair due to his experience. Commissioner Cook concurred and nominated Delaney for Vice Chair as well. Chair Delaney accepted. Commissioner Brown made motion to call for a vote for the position of Vice Chair. The motion passed and the vote was unanimous. 7. REPORTS A. Recreation Commission Reports: Commissioner Cook commented on the Sandcastle Event's attendance being high and about the creativity of the participants. Next year will be the fiftieth year anniversary of the competition. Event was well organized. Tilos commented that the event was very efficient and that the staff was helpful even when the high tide came in, they continued to do their job while passing out the ribbons. Commissioner Brown spoke about the Skateboard park event having a good turnout, Chair Delaney spoke about the ability of Alameda to bring both past and present history together to create an engaging event for all ages. Commissioner Tilos commented on the event being enjoyable, and that watching the participants seemed just as fun as actually participating. Commissioner Mariano spoke about the golf course, he researched and emailed the questions that the citizens asked to Director Amy Wooldridge, and received a phone call from the CEO of Greenway with information to add to the research they already have. Chair Delaney recognized Gina Jaber as one of the Sandcastle Event judges. Commissioner Mariano reported the Board of the Encinal High School golf tournament rented the Mastick Senior Center for their fundraiser and complimented the accommodations. B. Friends of the Park Report (FOTP): Construction on Longfellow Park playground started. Chair Delaney visited the construction site to view its progress. FOTP donated $20,000 to the construction. Construction includes improving the surface to a rubber flooring for the safety of the children. Chair Delaney will attend the ribbon cutting ceremony when construction is complete. FOTP will be rebranding their logo and will relaunch the brand in January 2016. Golf Tournament on September 14, 2015, will be last appearance of current brand. C. Recreation and Parks Director Report: Commissioner Brown reported that she will be able to spend more time on Mastick Senior Center Advisory Board. Recreation Manager Jackie Krause was recognized as being helpful in this process by bringing new information and organizing summer programs. Encinal Boat Launch Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is due on June 18, 2015. Recreation Services 2 | RecreationandParkCommission/2015-06-11.pdf |