P&R 08-01-96CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
10300 Torte Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014
Telephone (408) 777-3200
M1NUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
City Hall
August 1, 1996
CALL TO ORDER
1. Regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission called to order at 7:04 p.m.
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
2.
ROLL CALL
3. Commissioners present:
Commissioners absent:
Staff present:
Hopkins, Lohmiller, Shukis, James
Buhler
Stephen Dowling, Director of Parks and Recreation
Linda Lagergren, Recording Secretary
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
4. None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5. None
NEW BUSINESS
6. Director mentioned that he enclosed in commission's packets the expenditures to date for the 4th of
July program as well as a list of all of the donors. At this point it went back to commission for
discussion.
During discussion by commission, the following points were suggested:
The 4th of July celebration was an excellent community activity.
· There was concern that funds that were donated from businesses and individuals were funds
that were being taken away from other worthy charitable causes such as CCS or the YMCA.
· Clarification was requested on the city's role as a financial contributor.
· It was mentioned that this is an activity that has such general appeal that it should be funded by
the general fund.
· It was stated that full-time staff's time is not reflected in the budget for this event and possibly
it should be included to better reflect the full picture.
· A joint effort by the city and volunteers may be the best way to handle this event.
After discussion, Commission James moved for city council to consider making the 4th of July
celebration a general fund obligation in recognition of the success this year and a commitment we feel
the city should make to an activity that brings everyone in the city together to celebrate our unity in a
collaborative effort between the volunteers and city government. Commissioner Lohmiller seconded
the motion. All in favor. Motion passed.
Approved
9/5/96
Callto order
Salute to
Flag
Roll Call
Discussion
regarding
community
fund raising
for 4th of
July
fireworks
program
MOTION
MINUTES OF PREVIOUg MEETING
7. Commissioner Lohmiller moved and Commissioner James seconded the motion to approve the minutes
of the July 11, 1996 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting as submitted.
There was a suggestion that it be stated on the minutes that the minutes are an abbreviated version of
the meeting and that verbatim tapes are available in the city clerks office for the publics review.
Director said he would take this suggestion to the city clerk to see if it is appropriate to put this on the
minutes.
All in favor. Motion carried.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
8. Director reviewed with commission the written communication from resident and student, Christopher
Noone, regarding an historical trail for an eagle scout project. This kind of a project will take years to
implement, but unless commission finds grounds for objection, staff will continue along with the
Historical Society to work with this young man. The Historical Society is very optimistic about this
project.
It was suggested that we ask our Chair to write a personal letter to Christopher Noone in response
acknowledging that we've seen his recommendation and we applaud his approach and his research and
offer our resources to help in any way that might be appropriate.
It was also suggested that he come to a future meeting and make his presentation.
Commissioner Shukis made a motion that the Chair send Christopher Noone a letter and also invite him
to make a presentation to commission. Commission James seconded the motion. All in favor. Motion
carried.
MONTHLY REPORTS
9. Director reported on the success of the 4th on the 3rd celebration hosted by the Senior Center. Director
also mentioned that our camp programs are very marketable in this community. This community is into
very structured programming.
Commissioner Shukis suggested that he would like to see if possible that all of the parks are used for
these activities instead of keeping them in a central location. It might generate a closer attention to
those parks.
Director stated that there was a time when we were in 14 parks however towards the end of that cycle
we were drawing 5 to 6 kids per day. Right now the public wants structured, fee based programs. Each
summer we evaluate the need to expand our free drop-in program.Currently the demand is not there.
There is always going to be the opportunity to do something on a rotation basis.
10.
Under community contacts, Commissioner James wanted to commend Steve and his staff, especially
Chris Beth. Cupertino National Little League had 18 All-Star games in the month of July. The
cooperation between the league and the city staff was outstanding. Commissioner James stated that at
the direction of the commission and Steve she met individually with all the council except
Councilmember Sorensen regarding Commission's discussion on the teen task force and what
commission's perspective was.
MOTION
Written
MORON
Monthly
reports
MIgCELLANEOUg
11. None.
12. There was no Mayor's breakfast meeting report.
13. Director reported that we received a telephone call from the Director of Parks and Recreation for the
County of Santa Clara stating that he was advised by the acquisition committee that they take all of the
land that is offered.
Director said that a contingency of young men came to see him regarding a need they see for a
rollerblading facility. The Y's facility is skateboards only and rollerblades are not allowed. They are
going to prepare a letter to Commission and the Mayor saying that rollerbladers need a space here in
town.
Commissioner James felt this was an issue that the Teen Task Force would take under consideration.
ADJOURNMENT
14. Commissioner Lohmiller moved and Commissioner James seconded the motion to adjourn at 8:32 p.m.
to the regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission on Thursday, September 5, 1996, 7:00
p.m. Council Chambers. All in favor. Motion passed.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda M. Lagergren, Recordin~l~ecr~/ary
ATTEST:
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MORON