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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
REQUEST FOR. CITY COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 8/21/2017
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Janeen Laudenback, Director of Community Services
SUBJECT: Approve the recommendation from the Community Services Commission (CSC)
to name the Beach Public Services Center (BPSC) in honor of Delbert "Bud"
Higgins
Statement of Issue:
Per City Council direction, the Community Services Commission considered naming recognition
opportunities for Delbert "Bud" Higgins. The Community Services Commission is recommending
that the Beach Public Services Center be named the "Delbert `Bud' Higgins Beach Public Services
Center" and there is a need to approve the recommendation as presented.
Financial Impact:
Not applicable.
Recommended Action:
Approve the Community Services Commission recommendation to name the Beach Public
Services Center as "The Delbert "Bud" Higgins Beach Public Services Center."
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the recommended action and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
On October 16, 2016, the City Council was asked to approve the Community Services
Commission's recommendation to re-name Wardlow Park and the new park at the former Lamb
School site after Mr. Frank L. Ciarelli and Mr. Delbert "Bud" Higgins. The City Council opted to
retain the name at Wardlow Park and to name the new park at the former Lamb School site the
"William and Elizabeth Lamb Park". (Attachment 1)
As part of their motion, City Council also directed staff to return to the Community Services
Commission to work with the Park Naming and Memorials Committee (PNMC) to identify additional
naming opportunities for both Mr. Frank L. Ciarelli and Mr. Delbert "Bud" Higgins. Accordingly, this
committee conducted two separate meetings on February 22, 2017, and April 5, 2017, to review
naming options. Since there currently are no parks available for naming, the Committee's review
focused on park features and other public city-owned facilities. (Attachments 2 and 3)
The PNMC considered many factors when discussing an appropriate facility to carry the Higgins
and Ciarelli names. These factors included review of family history and meaningful contributions to
the City of Huntington Beach. Mr. Higgins played an important role in the introduction of the sport of
surfing locally. He was also the first Lifeguard Chief in the City and is credited with developing the
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Lifeguard Department. In researching a facility that would be suitable for the Higgins name, the
PNMC focused on the Beach Public Services Center (BPSC). The BPSC is located on the sand of
the City Beach, adjacent to the service road, between Lifeguard Headquarters and the pier. Given
Mr. Higgins' history with the lifeguarding, both the PNMC and Commission felt the location provided
the appropriate nexus. The building is utilized for beach related classes and activities and by the
Police Department for their Summer Beach Detail Unit.
The committee also considered Mr. Ciarelli's history as a dedicated employee working in the City's
Public Works Department, and his many contributions as a coach and mentor in the City's Park and
Recreation programs. The PNMC focused on the Park, Tree and Landscape yard for Mr. Ciarelli's,
however, his family provided comments to the Commission requesting that Mr. Ciarelli be withdrawn
from this process until a more suitable facility become available for naming.
On May 10, 2017, the Community Services Commission approved that Park Naming and
Memorials Committee recommendation to name the Beach Public Services Center"The Delbert
"Bud" Higgins Beach Public Services Center." (Attachment 4) If approved, staff will request quotes
from qualified vendors to install the appropriate marker, and costs will be absorbed out of the
appropriate budget.
Environmental Status:
Not applicable.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Improve quality of life
Attachment(s):
1) October 16, 2016, City Council Action Agenda
2) February 22, 2017, Park Naming and Memorials Committee Summary
3) April 5, 2017, Park Naming and Memorials Committee Summary
4) May 10, 2017, Community Services Commission Minutes
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ATTACHMENT #1
Council/PFA and Special Meeting of the Housing Authority
October 17,2016
Page 7 of 14
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Fred Wilson reminded everyone of the Breitling Air Show scheduled for October 21 —23,
explaining that it will be the City's first air show in about twenty-five years and is expected to attract large
crowds and create traffic issues. Media Day will be Thursday, October 20, and the Air Force
Thunderbirds are expected to be flying from about 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. All the details can be found
through the City's website, www.huntingtonbeachca.gov.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember O'Connell and Mayor Pro Tem Sullivan pulled Item #3, and Councilmember Peterson
pulled Item #5 for further discussion.
1. Reviewed and adopted Minutes
A motion was made by O'Connell, second Posey to review and adopt the City Council/Public Financing
Authority regular meeting minutes dated October 3, 2016, as written and on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
2. Received and filed the City of Huntington Beach Strategic Plan Updates
A motion was made by O'Connell, second Posey to receive and file the Six-Month Strategic Objectives.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
3. Approved, as amended, naming recommendations for new and existing parks made by the
Community Services Commission (CSC)
Pulled by Councilmembers O'Connell and Sullivan, Councilmember O'Connell opened discussion by
stating his opinion that it is not appropriate to replace one historical family's name with another for any of
the City's parks. He also acknowledged that Frank L. Ciarelli and Delbert "Bud" Higgins are deserving of
being recognized for their own historical contributions to the City, and made a motion to retain each park
as currently named (Lamb, Arevalos and Wardlow), and find alternate locations to honor aforementioned
individuals (Ciarelli and Higgins).
Councilmember Peterson concurred with Councilmember O'Connell's objection to renaming historically
recognized parks, but explained that staff's recommended action does not include changing the Arevalos
Park name. He made a substitute motion to retain each park as currently named (Arevalos, Wardlow,
and new park at the former Lamb School site), and have the CSC reconsider alternate park locations to
honor Frank L. Ciarelli and Delbert "Bud" Higgins. Councilmember Delgleize seconded the motion.
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October 17,2016
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Councilmember Hardy concurred with Councilmember Peterson's motion, but recommended revising it
to allow for the new park at Lamb School to be named William and Elizabeth Lamb Park. In addition, she
provided support for the CSC to also consider unnamed structures to honor deserving individuals.
Councilmember Posey expressed his opinion that history should not be re-written by renaming parks and
he also agrees that Frank L. Ciarelli and "Bud" Higgins are deserving of their own recognition.
Mayor Pro Tern Sullivan expressed his support for Councilmember Peterson's motion as expanded by
Councilmember Hardy to think about more than just park space as a way to honor individuals.
Mayor Katapodis expressed his support for not changing any historical family park names and thanked
Mary Urashima for sharing her research, and all of the various family members who spoke up and
shared their family histories this evening.
Councilmember Peterson's motion as revised and seconded by Delgleize to retain the names of
Arevalos and Wardlow Parks, name the new park at Lamb School as William and Elizabeth Lamb Park,
and return to the Community Services Commission to consider alternative locations for parks (or
structures) honoring Frank L. Ciarelli and Delbert "Bud" Higgins carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
4. Adopted Resolution No. 2016-66, modifying the Non-Represented Employees Resolution
No. 2016-50 to add the Deputy Community Prosecutor position
A motion was made by O'Connell, second Posey to adopt Resolution No. 2016-66, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Modifying the Non-Represented Employees Resolution to
Add the Deputy Community Prosecutor."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, O'Connell, Sullivan, Katapodis, Hardy, Delgleize, and Peterson
NOES: None
5. Adopted Housing Authority Resolution No. 05 and City Council Resolution No. 2016-70
approving and authorizing execution of Affordable Housing Agreements between the
Housing Authority 1 City and Orange County Community Housing Corporation (OCCHC)
for acquisition and rehabilitation of a four-unit multi-family complex located at 7792 Barton
Drive; and, approve appropriations of funds
Councilmember Peterson pulled this item to express his opinion that with the passing of Affirmatively
Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH), the further the City goes down this path of using federal funding, the
more local control is lost, and addressing the homeless issue should be a County function. He stated he
would not be supporting the item.
Mayor Pro Tern Sullivan concurred with Councilmember Peterson, and made a motion to deny the item
as presented. His motion was seconded by Councilmember Peterson.
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ATTACHMENT #2
City of Huntington Beach
Community Services Commission
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PARK NAMING AND MEMORIALS COMMITTEE
HUNTINGTON BEACH MEETING SUMMARY
Wednesday February 22, 2017
4:00 p.m. I Room EMG-1
Senior Center in Central Park
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Committee Members Present: Joe Carchio; Albert Gasparian; Roy Miller;
Michelle Schuetz; Krista Sterud;
Committee Members Absent: Jay Kreitz (ex officio-excused)
Staff Present: David Dominguez; Charlene Gomez
Commissioner Miller opened the meeting at 4:12, at which time the pledge of allegiance
was said.
Election of Chair
Commissioner Schuetz moved to nominate Commissioner Miller as Committee Chair.
Commissioner Carchio seconded the motion. All in favor.
Public Comments - None
Naming Recognition — To bring the new committee members up to speed, Dominguez
provided background on the current task before the Committee. He stated that as
directed by City Council through the Community Services Commission, Committee will
provide naming opportunity recommendations for Delbert "Bud" Higgins, and Frank L.
Ciarelli. Discussion continued on possible naming options for Bud Higgins, including
Warner Dock, the Parkside Estates development at Warner and Graham, and other
locations. Suggestions made for Frank Ciarelli included the Park, Tree and Landscape
Yard at Gothard and Slater amongst others. It was noted that Bluff Top Park is State
Park property, and therefore, there are many restrictions on naming. Discussion
continued on various options.
Commissioner Carchio asked if the naming after mayors is still a requirement.
Dominguez responded that Resolution No. 2004-90 does allow naming opportunities for
former mayors who are no longer members of City Council, but also for other individuals
or significant events.
Committee Chair Miller provided information on the criteria as defined by Committee at
a previous meeting. The facilities discussed included Parkside Estates, LeBard,
Franklin Elementary, the park at the southeast corner of Magnolia and Banning, the
Beach Public Service Center, and the Park Tree and Landscape yard.
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Meeting Summary Page 2
Schuetz asked if the original recommendation of naming Wardlow and Lamb Park after
Bud Higgins and Frank Ciarelli could go back before the new Council. Dominguez said
it would have to go back to Commission first and then it would have to be their
recommendation to send it back to Council without any changes.
With regard to Franklin Elementary, Gasparian asked who Franklin was and why the
school was named for him. Dominguez said staff will provide historical information on
Franklin, LeBard, and the Warner Doc to determine the significance of the names.
Carchio asked for background on why Council is asking for naming opportunities for
Bud Higgins and Frank Ciarelli. Dominguez provided a synopsis of what has lead to
this meeting.
Dominguez concluded by saying that staff has their direction and will come back to
Committee with research for Committee to use in their recommendation.
ITEMS DISTRIBUTED TO COMMITTEE - None
Submitted by:
David C. Dominguez
Secretary, Community Services Commission
By: Charlene Gomez, Recording Secretary
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ATTACHMENT #3
City of Huntington Beach
Community Services Commission
PARK NAMING AND MEMORIALS COMMITTEE
HUNTINGTONBEACH MEETING SUMMARY
Wednesday April 5, 2017
4:00 p.m. I Room B-8
Civic Center
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Committee Members Present: Albert Gasparian; Roy Miller; Michelle Schuetz;
Krista Sterud
Committee Members Absent: Joe Carchio; Jay Kreitz (ex officio-excused)
Staff Present: David Dominguez; Charlene Gomez
ROLL CALL & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIENCE
Commissioner Miller called the meeting to order at 4:06, at which time roll was taken
and the pledge of allegiance was said.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
RESOLUTION NO. 2004-90 — Dominguez directed Committee's attention to the
attachment saying that the modified language is noted in red as follows:
1.) Second paragraph - add "and other park amenities" after "park play equipment".
2.) Section 1. - Add "and other amenities" at the end of the sentence.
3.) Section 5 — Add as a final sentence, "In addition, other individuals or other names
maybe proposed".
4.) Section 9 — Modify the language to read: Replace the current language with
"That the recommendations for park/pier memorial naming be processed through
the Community Services Commission and shall have the approval of the City
Council".
Dominguez stated that if Committee agrees to the changes, the item will go before
Commission at the May meeting and then on to City Council for final approval
thereafter.
Commissioner Schuetz asked for the reasoning behind the change. Dominguez stated
that there is a conflict in direction and wording in these sections. Changes are for
clarification on the naming criteria and process.
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Committee Chair Miller called for a motion.
MOTION: Schultz moved to accept the recommended changes to update the language
in Resolution 2004-90 as presented. Commissioner Gasparian seconded the motion.
Ayes: Gasparian, Miller, Shultz, Sterud
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Carchio
NAMING RECOGNITION
Dominguez provided background on LeBard and Franklin schools respectively saying that
James Franklin was the first principle at Franklin Elementary. Dominguez referred to the
attached information on LeBard saying that he was once a City Council member. Franklin
Elementary is located in Westminster and scheduled for demolition. It's currently in the
entitlement stage in the Planning Dept. The developer will deed one acre to the City, and at this
time, staff is suggesting that the name process be delayed until the park is completed.
Discussion ensued on prior naming projects and processes. Dominguez provided a slide
presentation on other potential naming opportunities with maps of the locations, including the
Park Tree & Landscape yard.
ITEMS DISTRIBUTED TO COMMITTEE - None
Submitted by:
David C. Dominguez
Secretary, Community Services Commission
By: Charlene Gomez, Recording Secretary
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ATTACHMENT #4
(775)
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
.a COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
6:00 PM
City of Huntington Beach
Civic Center Council Chambers
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648-2702
CALL TO ORDER:
Vice-Chair Kaub called the meeting to order at 6:08 p.m. at which time the Pledge of
Allegiance was said.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Paul Burkhart; Joe Carchio; Albert Gasparian; Bridget Kaub;
Janis Mantini; Michelle Schuetz, Krista Sterud, Dick Thiel
MEMBERS ABSENT: Antonio Benitez; Nicolina Cuzzacrea (excused); Jay Kreitz
(excused); Amy Kwon (excused); Roy Miller;
STAFF PRESENT: Janeen Laudenback; David Dominguez; Charlene Gomez
PRESENTATIONS: None
MINUTES:
Motion: A motion was made by Commissioner Burkart and seconded by
Commissioner Mantini to approve the minutes of March 8, 2017 as amended
by Commissioner Schuetz.
Ayes: Burkhart, Carchio, Kaub; Mantini; Schuetz; Sterud; Thiel
Noes: None
Abstain: Gasparian
Absent: Benitez, Cuzzacrea, Kreitz, Kwon, Miller
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Gloria Alvarez from HB Preserve Our Past spoke regarding the Rogers site, referring to it
as the "17th Street Park". Ms. Alvarez referred to agenda item L-1 and requests the
name be restored to the 17th Street Park". Additionally, she asked that Commission add
this topic to their next agenda.
Leslie Gilson spoke regarding benches in Gibbs park. She requests that no cement
benches be placed in the park and would like to see cohesion between the parks. She
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would also like to see the same for the trash bins and would like to know who she can
speak with. Commission Carchio asked if it was only Gibbs Park, and Ms. Gilson replied
that it was not.
Steve Engel identified himself as a stakeholder in the Huntington Central Park
Committee and requested that Commission accept the priority list as presented in the
agenda packet. Mr. Engel also commented on Irby Park, and an article he read in the
OC Register regarding housing homeless individuals in a transfer station near Central
Park. Volunteers and staff have worked hard at cleaning up the park and he would not
like to see it revert back to the condition it was in previously.
Rocky Ciarelli addressed the recommendation of the Park Naming & Memorials
Committee to name the Park, Tree, Landscape Yard after his father, Frank L. Ciarelli.
Mr. Ciarelli said that after speaking with his family, they would like to respectfully decline
the offer as they feel the Yard should be named after someone more connected to that
aspect of the City. Mr. Ciarelli suggested other examples such as the City Gym and Pool
or the Sports Complex due to their father's involvement in youth sports. He thanked
Commission for their efforts.
Barbara Haynes from HB Preserve Our Past is in support of naming the Rodgers it as
the 17th Street Park".
DIRECTOR/MANAGER ITEMS:
Laudenback gave an update on the Rodger Center by providing information on use of
the Center. On February 1, 2016, Council directed staff to re-designate the Rodgers
Center for community Use. Staff provided a plan for interim use at the April 4, 2016
Study Session. On April 18, 2016, Council directed staff and Commission to use the
public process to determine uses for Rodgers and present a plan to Council. They also
directed staff to continue programming in the interim. During the interim, the Center is
being used for Post 133 Veterans meetings, Retired Senior Volunteer Program and
Police Dept. meetings/training. Upcoming uses will include Local non-profit group
meetings, after-school recreational programming; CERT; Police Activity League
Wrestling Program and Community Services Summer Camps. There was a Community
Open House held on May 6, 2017 to outline the plans and receive input from the
community. The estimated Park Development costs are $1,500,000 and the estimated
building repairs are, first tier: $290,000; and second tier: $570,000.
Commissioner Carchio asked where the $1.5 million will come from for repairs and
refurbishing. Laudenback said that staff has not received direction yet as to what to do
with the property, and once there is direction, staff will look at funding, grants and the
Capital Improvement Project budget (CIP).
Commissioner Sterud asked about the value of the land. Dominguez responded that he
didn't have the exact number, but would provide the information at the next meeting.
She also asked if the $1.5 million will be enough for the repairs and refurbishing.
Dominguez said it's within the general range.
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Commissioner Kaub said she would like more advanced notice regarding any community
meetings on this topic. She also commented on the current programming saying that as
a neighbor, it seems to be going well and is quiet.
Dominguez reported that letters of appointments to the Commission have gone out to the
respective school districts.
Dominguez provided an updated on the General Plan. The last General Plan was in
1996. A new draft release is expected on May 22, 2017 for comments; the EIR meets on
June 22; Planning study session is scheduled for July 22; Planning is scheduled to
approve on August 15; and the plan will go to City Council for approval on September
18. The item will be published in the newspapers and on the City's website.
PUBLIC INPUT MEETING: None
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS:
Huntington Central Park Concert Bandstand Naming — Dominguez provided
background on the Bandstand saying that Council Member Brenden is recommending
that the Bandstand be named in honor of longtime Community Band Director, Thomas
Ridley. Mr. Ridley has been the volunteer Director of the Huntington Beach Concert
Band for 30 years. Dominguez also noted a correction to the "Recommended Action",
saying that the official name being recommended should be the "Thomas Ridley
Huntington Central Park Concert Bandstand".
MOTION: Commissioner Carchio moved to make a recommendation to City Council to
officially name the Huntington Central Park Bandstand the "Thomas Ridley Huntington
Central Park Concert Bandstand." Commissioner Gasparian seconded the motion.
Discussion ensued on whether the item should be directed to the Park Naming &
Memorials Committee. Dominguez provided clarification on the naming procedures
adding that the Commission has the ability to approve without sending to the Committee.
After further discussion, all members of the CSC in attendance are in agreement; the
item shall remain with the full Commission and not be directed to Committee. With all in
favor, the motioned passed.
Ayes: Burkhart, Carchio, Gasparian, Kaub; Mantini; Schuetz; Sterud; Thiel
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Benitez, Cuzzacrea, Kreitz, Kwon, Miller
Youth Sports Grant Committee — On behalf of Committee Chair Miller, Commissioner
Thiel reported on the Youth Sports Grant program. Commission Thiel provided
background on the grant program and criteria stating that the funds available for
2016/2017 are $52,000. There was a total of $163,000 in requests submitted by ten (10)
organizations. Committee determined the most eligible and are recommending funds be
allocated to six (6) organizations. Commissioner Thiel read over each request and
explained the Committees decisions for altering the original amounts requested in order
to fit within the $52,000 budget for this program year.
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MOTION: Commissioner Carchio moved to approve funding of $52,000 for six (6)
recipients of the Youth Sports Grants for FY 16/17 as recommended by the Youth Sports
Grant Committee and as presented in Attachment G-2. Commissioner Mantini seconded
the motion. Discussion began regarding school district approval and funding projects on
school property. Commissioner Thiel responded that district approval is part of the
criteria. Staff member Frankeny said that projects for school district properties are
acceptable because the schools allow other youth organizations to use their fields. With
no further discussion, the vote was taken, and the motion passed.
Ayes: Burkhart, Carchio, Gasparian, Kaub; Mantini; Schuetz; Sterud; Thiel
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Benitez, Cuzzacrea, Kreitz, Kwon, Miller
Naming Recognition for Frank Ciarelli and Delbert Higgins — In light of the request
made by Rocky Ciarelli during the public comments and the family's wishes,
Recommended Action Item #2 will not be addressed. However, in Recommended Action
Item #1, the Committee is recommending that the Beach Public Services Center be
named in honor of Delbert "Bud" Higgins. Dominguez provided a PowerPoint
presentation showing significance and location of the Beach Public Service Center. He
stated that Mr. Higgins was the City's first lifeguard Chief and is credited with starting the
Life Guard Division.
MOTION: 1) Commissioner Gasparian moved to approve and recommend to City
Council to name the Beach Public Services Center as "The Delbert "Bud" Higgins Beach
Public Services Center". Discussion ensued regarding Recommended Item #2 and a
separation of the motions for both items. A second motion was made by Commissioner
Carchio and seconded by Commissioner Schuetz to accept the Park Naming &
Memorials Committee's recommendation to approve and recommend to City Council to
name the Beach Public Services Center as "The Delbert "Bud" Higgins Beach Public
Services Center". The motion passed.
Ayes: Burkhart, Carchio, Gasparian, Kaub; Mantini; Schuetz; Sterud; Thiel
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Benitez, Cuzzacrea, Kreitz, Kwon, Miller
MOTION: 2) An amendment was made to take no action on Recommended Action Item
#2 based on the request by the Ciarelli family. Commissioner Burkhart moved to accept
the amendment with Commissioner Carchio seconding the motion. The motion passed.
Ayes: Burkhart, Carchio, Gasparian, Kaub; Mantini; Schuetz; Sterud; Thiel
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Benitez, Cuzzacrea, Kreitz, Kwon, Miller
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Resolution 2004-90 — Dominguez said that the Park Naming & Memorials Committee is
seeking Commission's approval to modify Resolution 2004-90. He explained that when
reviewing the criteria for last park naming opportunity, inconsistencies in the language
were noted. Dominguez reviewed the Committee's recommended updates. Discussion
continued on the language to be updated and the reason for naming parks after schools.
Commissioner Burkhart moved to accept and recommend the suggested modifications to
City Council for approval as submitted by The Park Naming & Memorials Committee.
Commission Schuetz seconded the motion, and the motion passed
Ayes: Burkhart, Carchio, Gasparian, Kaub; Mantini; Schuetz; Sterud; Thiel
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Benitez, Cuzzacrea, Kreitz, Kwon, Miller
Golden View Park Volleyball Courts — Dominguez said that over the years, the
volleyball courts have deteriorated. Residents approached the Mayor and asked for
them to be refurbished. Staff has reviewed the courts. A neighbor has offered to
prepare the area. The City will purchase the proper sand. There was an original
estimate of $30,000, but some sand has become available from the Worthy Park project,
therefore, the recommendation is to ask City Council for $20,000 instead of the original
$30,000. The project would have been substantially more costly without the extra sand
from Worthy Park and the partnership with the community.
Commissioner Burkhart asked if the costs were included in the current CIP. Dominguez
said that there is a line item for non-specific park projects.
Commissioner Thiel asked if there are beach volleyball programs available through the
Community Services Department. Dominguez replied that there are, and the Dept. has
been approached regarding instructional classes at this park. Commissioner Thiel asked
if it is currently being used. Dominguez responded no, saying it is basically dirt at this
point.
Commissioner Schuetz asked for the costs breakdown. Dominguez said that $10,000 is
for sand, and $10,000 for the demo and preparation.
Commissioner Thiel asked about the sand coming from Worthy Park. Dominguez said
that it is play sand that is being replaced with a rubberized surfacing at the new Worthy
Park tot lot.
Commissioner Carchio asked if money has already been set aside. Dominguez said
yes. Commissioner Carchio asked if the volleyball courts are for neighborhood use only
or will the Community Services Dept. be programming classes. Dominguez said that
once the courts are usable again, should an issue of usage by classes versus the
neighborhood arise, then regulations will be put in place. Until then, it will be provided on
a first come, first serve basis. Discussion continued on probable situations and the
processes that will take place, including any instructional classes would be required to
through the Community Services recreational programs.
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Commissioner Schuetz asked if any other parks have sand volleyball courts. Dominguez
said that there are two other parks with sand volleyball courts.
Discussion ensued on the growth of volleyball as an activity and potential recreational
programming.
MOTION: Commissioner Burkhart moved to approve funding in the amount of
$20,000.00 to make improvements to the volleyball courts and surrounding park area at
Golden View Park. Commissioner Mantini seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Ayes: Burkhart, Carchio, Gasparian, Kaub; Mantini; Schuetz; Sterud; Thiel
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Benitez, Cuzzacrea, Kreitz, Kwon, Miller
Central Park Capital Improvement Project Priority List — Laudenback gave an
overview of the priority list as set by the Huntington Central Park Committee. 1)
Renovation of asphalt concrete walkways at $250,000; 2) Parking lot renovation at the
Park Bench Caf6 and Central Park East lot for $250,000. Dominguez noted that this is
not Park Fund money, but specifically set aside for infrastructure, and therefore, not
taking away from any other park needs.
Commissioner Kaub, as Committee Chair, provided background on the tasks before the
Committee and the processes they used in order to determine these recommendations.
Commissioner Carchio asked about the parking lot near Armstrong's Nursery.
Dominguez confirmed that it has been completed, and that there are three lots altogether
requiring attention.
MOTION: Commissioner Mantini moved to approve the infrastructure improvements as
recommended by the Huntington Central park Committee. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Burkhart. The motion passed.
Ayes: Burkhart, Carchio, Gasparian, Kaub; Mantini; Schuetz; Sterud; Thiel
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Benitez, Cuzzacrea, Kreitz, Kwon, Miller
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
Murdy Park — Dominguez reported that there is money in the budget to design a
multipurpose sports field at Murdy Park. The design is in final process and will be
brought to Commission at their next meeting. In working through the public process, this
will be brought forward as a public input item with notices mailed to the surrounding
neighbors and posted in the paper. Because it's a change to the Master Plan, approval
by Commission and City Council is required. If approved, a request for funding will be
asked for in the next year's fiscal budget, however, the request at the next meeting will
be for design only.
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Huntington Central Park — Monarch Butterfly Conservation Grant — Staff applied for
a Butterfly Conservation Grant, however, was not successful this time around
Commissioner Thiel asked if there are plans to add a line to the budget for this item.
Dominguez said not at this time, however, Commission can agendize it for a future
meeting if there is interest. The reason staff applied for the grant is because it seemed
to fit a specific need. Staff will continue to apply for grants for Central Park and other
parks when appropriate.
Central Park Sports Complex Team Room — Dominguez reported that the tenant
improvements are almost complete and the Team Room should be open in the next
couple of weeks.
Worth Park Reconfiguration Project — Dominguez said that work is moving along well.
Completion is anticipated for mid-July with a potential mid-August re-dedication.
Irby Park — Dominguez reported that City Council took action to approve the conceptual
master plan as recommended by Commission at their April 3, 2017 meeting. Staff is
requesting funding for the first phase in the 2017/18 CIP budget.
Bartlett Park — Dominguez said that to date, grant funds have been used for the
improvements at Bartlett Park. However, additional improvements are needed and
continuing. Chain link access gates have been replaced with lodge pole gates to match
the new fencing. Landscaping around the Newland Barn parking lot and the Yorktown
frontage are needed. Staff is awaiting review of the tot lot plan by the Orange County
Flood Control District since a portion of the intended location is in a flowage easement
area. Although the City owns the property, the County has an easement on it, and
therefore, the City is required to obtain County approval. Once the plan is complete, it
will be brought to Commission for approval.
Commissioner Carchio asked about the Murdy Park multi-purpose field, asking what kind
of fields will be included. Dominguez said it will be used for various sports such as field
hockey, soccer and flag football. Commissioner Carchio also commended staff on the
Worthy Park project.
Commissioner Thiel asked about the Shipley parking lot. Dominguez said that there is a
concept design and the Huntington Central Park Committee is reviewing the project.
The hope is to be able to bring it to Commission at the July meeting.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
Correspondence received from Gloria Alvarez regarding the Rodgers Center site.
COMMISSION BUSINESS:
An update from the Huntington Central Park was previously reported under
Administrative Items.
An update on the Youth Sports Grant was previously reported under Administrative
Items. Checks will be presented at the June 19, 2017 City Council meeting.
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Commissioner Thiel asked about the status of the vegetation overgrowth and homeless
encampments in Central Park. Laudenback addressed the question, stating that the
Community Services Department has been working closely with Public Works and the
Police Department to take down the overgrowth and encampments. Kaub reported that
the Huntington Central Park Committee stakeholders will be reporting things that they
see that need attention in order to maintain the park.
COMMISSION AND STAFF COMMENTS:
Commissioner Burkhart's said that he has been on the Commission for six years and has
asked the Fountain Valley School District to select a replacement representative when
his term ends in June. This will be his last meeting and he thanked Commission and
staff.
Commissioner Kaub said she would like to discuss the thought process and
communication of the 17th St. Park and asked for direction on how Commission can
discuss this item. Dominguez said the item would have to be agendized. Kaub asked if
Commissioners have an opinion or want to make a comment on the subject, can they
email it to staff. Dominguez said that if a Commissioner would like to discuss a certain
topic, they should follow the procedures approved last year by Commission on how to
submit an item for the agenda. Dominguez said that staff can send out the procedures
as a reminder on the process, however, the request would be addressed to the Chair
with a copy to him. Commission Kaub asked that if any Commissioners have an opinion
or a statement regarding the parkland on 17th Street, to please email it to David
Dominguez. Commissioner Carchio asked if the intent is to separate the building and
the park at the Rodgers Center site. Laudenback responded that the intent of the
discussion for the next agenda is to name the park, not the building.
Dominguez commented on the park benches and the approved policy by Commission
and City Council to use a system to install named benches. He explained that benches
have been installed by developers, and as they have deteriorated, they have been
replaced with concrete benches through the park bench donation program. There is no
standard bench design at this time for benches other than those installed through park
bench donation program. Dominguez provided a suggestion of Commission possibly
referring the bench design to the Special Interest Committee.
ITEMS DISTRIBUTED TO COMMISSION: None
ADJOURNMENT:
With no further business, Vice-Chair Kaub adjourned the meeting at 7:53 pm.
Submitted by:
David C. Dominguez
Secretary
Community Services Commission
By: Charlene Gomez
Recording Secretary
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