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Home My WebLink About1996 09 03 CC MIN1996 09 03 CC MINòw @˜|ACC MIN SEP 3 1996[Þ›[H†8 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AND THE RECREATION COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, WALNUT CREEK NATURE PARK, 701 N. FRAZIER, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 1996 The City Council of the City of Baldwin Park met in Special session at Walnut Creek Nature Park at 5:30 p.m. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS LOWES, LOZANO, MARTINEZ, AND MAYOR PRO TEM MUSE ALSO PRESENT: Commissioner Ferrer, Rod riguez, Ramirez, and Carpenter, Dir. of Administrative Services Yeats, Dir. of Public Works Mousavi, and Dir. of Rec/Community Services Nunez 00- Director of Recreation/Community Services Nunez stated that information had been gathered during the Baldwin Park 2000 Recreation and Community Services Committee meetings and during the Park Master Plan meetings for recreational facilities. A discussion was held pertaining to the background and problems with Barnes Park, Central Park West, and Roadside Park. Staff recommended that a 6,000 to 7,000 sf community building be constructed at the Barnes Park site. The building would contain a gameroom area and meeting rooms that would be available to residents that are unable to travel to the Community Center. Recently a number of trees were planted in the large open area. When the trees mature they will provide additional shaded areas. The park has a small concrete wading pool that has not been used in the last ten 10) years because of health codes and liability. Staff has met with representatives from the Baldwin Park Unified School District regarding the use of school district property for Satellite Parks. The following were suggested as possible Satellite Park Locations, Olive Jr. High School Pleasant View Elementary School, Elwin Elementary School, and Vineland School. The Olive School site would consist of an expansion of the existing Little League which would require some modifications. Other Satellite Park sites would require improved signage and a fenced area with picnic areas and new playground equipment. Staff recommended the removal of the wading pool and the construction of a splash fountain similar to the fountain at Morgan Park at Barnes Park. Since playground equipment is older and does not meet American with Disabilities Act ADA) requirements. BIB] 37175-U01 CC-U02 MIN-U02 SEP-U02 3-U02 1996-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3447-U03 FO3509-U03 DO3510-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 BIB] 37260-U01 1996-U02 09-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3447-U03 DO3510-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 CITY-U05 COUNCIL-U05 MINUTES-U05 1996 09 03 CC MINòw @˜|ACC MIN SEP 3 1996[Þ›[H†8SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF PAGE NO.2 THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK SEPTEMBER 3, 1996 Further consideration should be given to replacing equipment. Staff recommended that Central Park West be divided and that a batting cage or inline hockey rink be constructed that could be privatized. The other half of the park would be used as a neighborhood park. The park would be used as a neighborhood park. The park would feature a playground area, basketball courts and picnic areas. The emphasis should be placed on constructing a park that will generate an interest by the residents in the area. The park would include improved lighting and a new irrigation system. The rostrum facility would be refurbished and put back into service. Consideration was given to allowing residents to determine the fate of Central Park West by placing an initiative on the ballot. During the election it would be decided if the property could be sold so that another piece of property could be purchased to construct another park. The initiative would require a 2/3 vote. Public Works Staff inquired to see if there is an interest by developers to purchase the property to construct housing units. Because of the configuration of the property they have indicated that the possibilities would be very limited. As a result it is not feasible to continue with this option. Staff recommended that further consideration be given to proceeding with the refurbishing of Central Park West as previously recommended. Staff recommended that a covered picnic area with bar-b-cues and playground area be constructed at the Roadside Park. This would transform Roadside Park into a neighborhood park that con be used by residents in the area. Roadside Park is currently used as a rest site for people traveling along the I-10 freeway. Those currently using the park usually stop off there to eat lunch or rest. Approximately three years ago, Roadside Park was used as a site for the city's Summer Lunch Program. The site was very well attended, but was discontinued due to limited seating for children attending the program. It is believed that the addition of the amenities indicated would greatly increase the usage of this park. Council reviewed the reports and agreed with the recommendations of staff. Council directed Staff to find out the costs, if any grants are available for the recreation facilities, and to prioritize improvements. Council stated that Central Park West is a real priority. 00- The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p.m. There were no objection Z GAIR, CITY CLERK BIB] 37175-U01 CC-U02 MIN-U02 SEP-U02 3-U02 1996-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3447-U03 FO3509-U03 DO3510-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 BIB] 37260-U01 1996-U02 09-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3447-U03 DO3510-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 CITY-U05 COUNCIL-U05 MINUTES-U05