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18716 | Revised-March 9, 2006 Commissioner's should start thinking of names for the new park. This will be agendized for the February Commission Meeting. B. Status Report on Veteran's Building - (Discussion Item Only) Veteran's in attendance: Jim Sweeney, Commander American Legion Post #647 Susan Hodges, Chapter 400 Vietnam Veterans of America Joe Williams, American Legion Post #647 Bronson Perry, Disabled American Veterans #8 Jim Lynch, Disabled American Veterans #8 Jean Sweeney Committee member and Secretary AD Lillard Provided information to the Commission as far as who is using the Veteran's Building. The Recreation and Park Department uses the building for the following programs: Wee Play Special Interest Classes Drama Special Events Teen Center Space is also provided for the following: Alameda Arts Council Library's Adult Literacy Programs Local Veteran's Groups AD Lillard provided the Commission with a tour of the Veterans' Building. Jean Sweeney stated that she saw a news article regarding various organizations receiving grants and if the City could get us (Veteran's Building) on the list. AD Lillard stated that he will check with the Community Development Department. Ms. Sweeney feels that the building is under utilized as far as making money to maintain the building and the Veteran's feel that renovating the kitchen will help raise funds. The group is also looking into see if the building was ever declared a historical landmark, if so they would be eligible to receive funds. Chair Ingram asked if there were funds set aside for the renovation of the kitchen. AD Lillard stated that there was $10,000 allocated for the design. Commissioner Oliver asked what the cost would be to renovate the kitchen. AD Lillard stated that Public Works estimates the work at $200,000. Recreation & Park Commission Mtg. Minutes Thursday, January 12, 2006 |