P&R 11-06-75 PARKS AND RECREATION 11/6/75
CCWISSION MINUTES
CITY OF CUPERTINO, State of California
10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino
Telephone: 252-4505
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IaaZNUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION HELD
® NOVEMBER 6, 1975, IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM
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MCCLELLAN RANCH PARK, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA
CALL TO ORDER
1. Meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m. on Thursday, Call to order
November 6, by Chairman Fisher.
ROLL CALL
2. Commissioners Present: Fisher, Toensfeldt, Snyder, and Roll call
Gabriel (7 :45 p.m.)
Commissioners Ab <ent: None
Staff Present: Merle 0. Butler, Director
Kris Milhan, Intern - SJSU
Millie M. Mattison, Secretary
INTRODUCTIONS
3. None
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
4. Minutes of October 2 approved as submitted. 3-0 Minutes approved
® INSTALLATION OF NEW C0141ISSIONERS
5. At 7:45 p.m. Mr. Foggiato arrived and Deputy City Clerk Installation of
Ellen Pagnini administered the Oath of Allegiance to the 3 Parks & Rec.
three new commissioners at that time. New members of the Commissioners
Parks & Recreation are: Giovanni A. Foggiato, who fills
the vacancy created by resignation of Barry Thibodeau,
and Mrs. Joann Barbara Minnick and Edward W. Fmling.
Commission Chairman Fisher welcomed all, the new members Added duties and
on behalf of the Commission. He also read a 'Letter which responsibilities
had been received from Mayor Jackson. This letter con- for Parks and
firmed the appointment of the new commissioners and also Recreation Comm.
stated that Council is asking the committee to undertake
a review and advisory position regarding cultural affairs
and historical matters. This would Include future
functioning of a city historical museum at the Trianon,
programming of the amphitheater at Memorial Park, the
possi'ule programming of a series of brown bag concerts at
Civic Center, and review of historical sites and methods
of preservation (in conjunction with the Planning Commissio ).
He also mentioned his suggestion of the Cityls initiation "Adopt a tree"
of an "adopt a tree" program for the apricot trees between program
the library and City Hall. Under this idea, residents
would for a nominal fee (perhaps $5) , rent a tree for a
year and harvest the crop. The City would continue the
usual spraying and other maintenance with the rental fee
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INSTALLATION OF NEW COMMISSIONERS (continued)
covering the City's maintenance costs and also for administrative
overhead. (Commission will have special meeting in near future to
discuss contents of Mayor Jackson's letter).
r.OMMUNICATIONS
J. Walker - 6• Letter of thanks from James G. Walker, Region 35 Field Manager of
AYSO AYSO thanking Director of Parks & Recreation and the City of Cupertino
for their help and cooperation in improving and expanding facilities.
This will not only benefit local youth and school programs, but the
entire community as well. (Referee to Faria, Monta Vista and
Stevens Creek School fields was made specifically).
F. Silva - 7. Two letters have been received from Mr. Fred Silva regarding model
Model Airplane airplane flying in the Cupertino area. Mr. Silva was unable to
Flying attend the commission meeting, therefore he wrote in detail the
reasons for wishing consideration be given to an area where model
planes could be flown. Letter covered noise and safety factors, size
of planes, recommended day and time for flying which would be least
objectionable to residents, etc. He felt perhaps if a place could
be found the idea could be implemented on a trial basis.
Commission noted that City ordinance prohibits model plane flying
in City parks, however, felt consideration could be given to finding
someplace within the City which may accomodate such a program.
After discussion, Commission requested staff to write a letter to
® Mr.. Silva requesting further information, i.e. , whether or not he
represents a particular club, how many people he represents, had he
contacted schools/industry for parking lots, etc.
MONTHLY REPORT
Seniors 8. Director called attention to Senior day at the races which is always
a very well attended and always enjoyed.
Seniors will be going to Stei-abeck's home and San Juan Bautista in
conjunction with DeAnza California History Center (with CHC paying
11 the expenses). Senior program is expanding at a very fast pace
with all the new programs and opportunities offered them.
Adult Adult basketball leagues are in full swing. "C" league being played
basketball at Monts Vista HS on Wednesday evenings and "D" league played at
Kennedy Jr. High on Thursday evenings.
Teen Club Teen club attendance has grown this year over last year. Kennedy
(Jr.) Jr. Teen trips and excursions have also been added to the Parks and
Recreation Dept. 's responsibilities and is being well received by
the students.
Sr. Teen Club As a result of the high school teen survey which was conducted earlier
in the year, a Sr. Teen program has been instigated and is meeting
with great success. One combined (Monty Vista & Cupertino HS) trip
has taken place (a backpacking trip to Cathedral Lake in Yosemite)
which the students greatly enjoyed. The results of the survey
showed that the students preferred semi or high risk activities
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MONTHLY REPORT (continued)
such as backpacking, skiing, sailing on S.F. Bay, white
water rafting, and perhaps even a trip to Hawaii.
The senior coordinators also show free noontime movies, Sr. Teens
and hold noontime competition in ping pong, at the high
schcols which is well received. A school dance is planned
this month at Monta Vista High School
Commissioner Toensfeldt stated that on the evening of Kennedy
Jr. High School's "back to school" night, one parent approach-
ed her regarding what was offered in the way of after school
program for boys at Kennedy. Director stated that City pays Basketball
salary for those teachers who conduct after school special planned for
interest clubs for students, such as slot cars, metal/wood- Kennedy
craft, golf, etc. Director also stated that there are plans
to have a 6th, 7th, and 8th grade basketball program
through the Parks & Recreation Department. The school
district is responsible for after-school sports program at
the Jr. high schools.
Commissioner Foggiato stated that the school district does
lack in after-school P.E. activities and depends on the
Parks & Recreation Department to assist in offering these
activities.
Director stated that programs at Collins and Kennedy are 1'..,11-4ns and
® different because the needs of the schools are different. Kennedy needs
After school program at Kennedy is well accepted, while differ
trips, off-campus activities, school dances, etc. have been
very successful at Collins Jr.
Commissioner_ Gabriel again brought up the subject of pro- yde vrogram
viding program for Hyde Jr. High. Director has discussed iscussed
the subject of Hyde students joining Collins or Kennedy
for trips, activities, etc. Collins teachers have stated
that unless Hyde teachers are chaperones, etc. , they (Collins
are not in favor because the students would be unknown to
them, therefore, unsure of what to expect from them.
Director stated again there is no Money to- include Hyde
School in this year's (1975-76) budget. Until such time
that budget allows, programs must be limited. Leadership
must be increased if program is increased.
Commissioner Gabriel feels the Commission must be sensitive
to the Hyde area, and the entire commission concurs.
Commission Foggiato suggested the possibility of rotating
staff to include Hyde school, however, Director informed
Commission that it is difficult to spread an already limited
staff. For programs to be successful, good leadership is
very important and must be on hand at specific schools on
® a regular basis.
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MONTHLY REPORT (continued)
Support staff Director informed Commission that Parks & Recreation is hoping to
program instigate a support staff program on elementary school level whereby
Parks & Recreation staff goes into the nine elementary schools on
a rotating basis to provide an enrichment program (field *rips, etc.).
The success of this may aid in plannicg at Jr. high school level.
Strong ...Commissioner Gabriel feels that a strong program is important to
recreation the community. The entire commission noncurs in this.
program
important OLD BUSINESS
9. Caretaker for McClellan Ranch Park
Funding for Commissioner Toensfeldt stated that Council was pleased with the
caretaker of report which Mary Gonzalez and she had prepared regarding the
McRp McClellan Ranch Park caretaker and directed staff to find funds
for this position. Council gave commission no directives as to
where money is to come from. Director will check with Public Works
Director Viskovich regarding this matter. Council is in favor of
caretaker position being filled as soon as money is made available.
Zoning changes Director informed Commission that zoning changes goes before Council
in Jan. '76 November 17. Nothing positive can be done about hiring caretaker
until after January '76 when zoning ordinance is adopted.
Definition of In regard to Ordinance #7110, the Commission feels this definition
Nature and of a nature and rural reserve is somewhat different from what the
Rural Reserve Commission and McClellan Ranch Park Sub-committee (primarially
rewording involved with developing the idea) had in mind. Commissioner Gabriel
is to rewrite a more suitably definition and present it to staff
in time for agenda session next Wednesday afternoon (Nov. 12) . The
wording would have approval of the Commission prior to presentation. '
Chairman Fisher stated he would assist in calling for 'over-the-phone'
approval from Commission members.
10. Parcourse
Parcourse Commissioner Snyder explained the background of the Commission's
for Wilson involvement regarding the possible development of a parcourse in the
Park Cupertino area to the three new commissioners.
Commissioner Foggiato asked what is now being considered and
Parcourse Commissioner Fisher answered that nothing specific was planned at
development this point. The cost involved would depend capon what equi;)ment
costs would be installed. Various places for the development of parcourse
were discussed. Commission favored a trial course being placed at
Wilson Park. Commissioner Toensfeldt stated that in dis.:ussion with
Mayor Jackson the idea of using the percolation pond (under
Sub-committee construction at McClellan & Bubb Rds.) would be worth considering
to study as a site for a parcourse. A sub-committee has been formed to study
parcourse and determine what is needed to set up a parcourse. Members of this
site committee are Lonnie Toensfeldt, Al Fisher, John Foggiato, and
Bill Snyder as chairman. This sub-committee will determine what is
needed and, by spring, have ready an approved plan that can be used
for a parcourse at Wilson Park.
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OLD BUSINESS (continued)
Commissioner Foggiato asked staff for a drawing of Wilson Wilson Park
Park to guide sub-committee in their planning. Director map requested
to see about getting maps for Wilson & Portal Parks.
11. Dedication
Director gave Commission a brief rundown of program for the Memorial Park
Memorial Park Dedication on November 8, 1975 including Dedication
activities, time schedules, etc.
Parking permits for dedication given to new commissioners.
Commissioner Fisher stated he is still much concerned about ernight
the lack of enforcement of the ordinance regarding overnight arking in cit
parking in City parking lots (specifically Memorial Park arks
park lot). Staff to check status.
12. Parks & Recreation Commission Responsibilities and Name Chang
A special meeting of the Parks & Recreation Commission will Possible chang
be held in mid-January to discuss, specifically, the duties, in name for
responsibilities and name change of the commission. Parks & Rec.
All commissioners were in agreement that it would be well Commission
to give the new commission members an opportunity to become
better acquainted in their new job before beginning some
specific project.
13. Names for GhosTown Play Equipment at Memorial Park
Commission feels the names that go on the new GhosTown play Action for
equipment at Memorial Park should be of historical signifi- naming play
cane, therefore after discussion, it was agreed to contact equipment
Bob Lindstrom (in charge of curriculum at Cupertino School at Memorial Pk
District) and see what the Districts feeling is regarding
a contest for naming the buildings as a history project
for 6t1: graders, perhaps. Commissioner Toensfeldt is to
contact District and report back as to what action should
be taken and what the District's reaction to such a
suggestion is.
14. Private Tennis Lessons
It was recommended by City Council that an additional sign Private tennis
be posted at the Memorial Park tennis courts stating that: lessons
Individuals giving private lessons must follow the same
court waiting/reservation rules as all other users.
Commissioner Fisher is to speak to Don Kirby, President of
tennis club, and hear what his feeling is regarding individ-
uals (possibly club members) giving private lessons on
public courts.
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NEW BUSINESS
St d _ 15. Study Need and Feasibility of Implementing Youth Interaction
Y w/gov't with City Government
Parks & Recreation Commission has been asked by the City Council
to study the need fluid feasibility of implementing youth interaction
with city government. In answer as to what may be a good way to
gain information regarding this need, if in fact the young people
care to be involved, the Commission has recommended asking school
district personnel, along with student body presidents from the
various high schools and jr. high schools, to come to a Commission
meeting to discuss how youth would like to be involved with city
government. Commissioner Toensfeldt has agreed to contact Cupertino
School District for recommendations on how would be the best way
to proceed.
16. Birdwatcher's Tower at McClellan Ranch Park
Birdwatcher's A plan, which had been designed by Karen Kobey, Parks & Recreation
tower for Department's Naturalist, was presented to the Commission for
McCRP consideration. Motion was made by Commissioner Gabriel that the.
drawing for the birdwatcher's tower. for McClellan Ranch Park be
adopted as presented and is to be constructed by volunteer labor
with materials provided by the Parks & Recreation Department.
Commissioner Toensfeldt seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-1
i with Commissioner Snyder casting the dissenting vote.
S Conser. -rector informed Commission that personnel from the soil
S ice to , conservation service had met with Miss Kobey at the ranch and has
donate seeds i agreed to provide seeds for the meadow area and seedlings for
hedgerows (possibly redwood trees, etc.)
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MISCELLANEOUS
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17. C.P.R.S.
Comm. BBQ Commissioners were reminded that November 7 is Commissioners's Luau.
s through C.P.R.S. Distract IV. Only one commissioner, however, was
planning to attend. (Commissioner Toensfeldt)
European Commissioner Gabriel felt it may be of interest to the Commission that
Community the people in Europe have a new concept in recreation names. It is
Services t called "Community Services". He found in almost every city he visited
that one or more centrally located 'sports platz' (recreational facilities)
were available for numerous sports activities such as soccer, tennis,
8 swimming, etc. He found 'community gardens' throughout Europe, even
where there were home gardens, a large area was always set aside for
community gardens. There were also trails where people spent a great deal
a of time just hiking.
BUSINESS INITIATED BY COMMISSION
18. Commissioners' tour of parks - November 23 - 1:30 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment 19. Meeting adjourned at 11:15 p.m. to Thursday, December 4, 1975.
Respectfully submitted b •
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