P&R 10-04-01 APPROVED MINUTES
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
CITY OF CUPERTINO
REGULAR MEETING
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2001
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Jelinch called the regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission
to order at 7 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners present:
Commissioners absent:
Rod Brown, Jeanne Bradford, Frank Jelinch, Roger Peng,
Kris Wang
None
Staffpresent:
Therese Ambrosi Smith, Director; Julia Lamy, Recreation
Supervisor; Nancy Bennett, Recreation Coordinator, Marie
Preston, Administrative Secretary
Others Present:
David Nelson, Landscape Architect, MPA Design
CEREMONIAL MATTERS - PRESENTATIONS
1. Commissioner Rod Brown was officially welcomed to the Parks and Recreation
Commission.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
2. The minutes of September 6, September 20, and September 22, 2001 were
unanimously approved as drafted.
COMMUNICATIONS NOT ON THE AGENDA
ORAL
3.
Dean Emmingham, 10407 Colby, asked for the Commission's reaction to a recent
negative commentary in the Cupertino Courier that blasted the conditions of the
Blackberry Farm Golf Course, and he asked about plans to improve the golf
course. Therese commented that there is some merit to the comments made in the
article. The irrigation system is nearly 40 years old; the whole facility is ready for
extensive renovation. Plan to improve the whole park area is in the works. A
consultant has been selected for the Blackberry Farm/McClellan Ranch master
plan project; we are in contract negotiations at this time. In the meantime, some of
the turf maintenance may be contracted out. It is believed that by early next years,
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patrons will see an improved level of service at the golf course. Commissioner
Jelinch asked that staff to provide a progress report when available.
Kathe Pass, 20874 Hanford Drive, reported that Cupertino non-profit
organizations get a discounted rate when reserving space at various Parks and
Recreation locations. She asked the Commission to consider expanding their
current (501C3) definition of non-profit groups. She stated that there are other
legal categories that are excluded and, therefore, not given the discounted rate.
She represents a non-profit group that is not included in the current definition and
would like to benefit from a discounted rate. Ms. Pass stated that she wasn't
asking for a fee waiver, just to be included as a non-profit category. Therese
explained that the City Council hears requests for fee waivers, and that a change
in policy would require City Council review and approval. Ms. Pass was asked to
contact Parks and Recreation Administration for assistance.
WRITTEN
5. Therese reported on a letter from Lifetime Tennis, dated October 1. This letter
pertains to the Sports Center.
DIVISION PRESENTATION
6. Cultural Division: Julia Lamy provided some background on her part of the
Cultural Division, which includes the running the Quinlan Center facility, the
overall management of the registration for the recreation classes and the
recreation schedule. She stated on a yearly basis, they process over 27,500 people
for classes and program. The popular Quinlan Center alone has over 1,500
reservations annually. She then introduced Nancy Bennett who highlighted the
myriad classes and programs. Some special events this year included Art in the
Park, Shakespeare in the Park, Music in the Park, Cinema at Dark, and Holiday
Tree Lighting. This division offers over 60 different classes per quarter. The
Commission commended the Cultural Division for their great offerings and the
positive impact their programs make on the city.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7. Wilson Park Improvements: Therese introduced David Nelson, MPA Design, who
is the designer for the Portal Park improvements. Therese reported that Wilson
Park needs similar improvements, and grant funds have been found. Portal Park
and Wilson Park improvements will be combined to get more competitive
construction prices. Dave displayed current photos of the park and offered five
concepts. He gathered input from the Commission, as well as attending,
supportive Wilson Park neighbors. He will return to the November 1 meeting with
at least two refined concepts. The community will be notified by letter and by a
posting at Wilson Park.
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NEW BUSINESS
8. General Plan: Ciddy Wordell, City Planner, gave a presented to the Commission
how the city's General Plan, how it is updated, what it is used for, and gave an
overview of the issues that affect Parks and Recreation. The Commission will be
asked to suggest policies that would be included in the draft General Plan, which
will then go to the Planning Commission, as well as through a public review
process. The final document will then be given to the City Council for their
review and approval. Ciddy will return to the Commission next month to gather
ideas for the draft General Plan.
MISCELLANEOUS - NO ACTION REQUIRED
Staff Oral Reports: None
Legislative Update: None
Community Contacts: None
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Jelinch adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted
Marie Preston, Administrative Secretary