HomeMy Public PortalAboutMinutes - 1977/01/18 - RegularCITY OF TEMPLE CITY
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Meeting of January 18, 1977
INITIATION:
1. The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission was
called to order by Chairman Adams at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday,
January 18, 1978, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall,
5938 North Kauffman Avenue, Temple City, California..
2. Chairman Adams led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
3. ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Commissioners Andrews, Crump,
Villar, Adams
ABSENT: None
ALSO PRESENT: Victor B. Kobett
Director of Parks and Recreation
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Couunissioner Andrews moved to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting of December 21, 1977. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Crump and carried.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
5. ATHLETIC FIELD LIGHTING:
Chairman Adams called on Ron Blakeley to present an update to
the Commission regarding their plans for the Athletic Field
Lighting Project proposed by Temple City Youth Groups at the
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting of December 21, 1978.
Ron Blakeley, Vice - President of American Little League, 10413
Olive, Temple City, addressed the Commission in regard to the
Lighting Proposal presented tonight to the Commission. He
stated that the proposal is a general outline committing the
Temple City Youth Groups to the Athletic Field Lighting Project.
He further stated that the groups felt that they can do the
Lighting Project as per the engineering study, plus add one or
two additional poles and upgrade Longden School's Athletic Field
lighting for less than the $34,095.60 estimate. Mr. Blakeley
stated that their plans were based on the fact that the amount
is a reasonable estimate for what it would take to get the job
done if the City contracted outside. Mr. Blakeley also stated
that the league has obtained other outside bids for this project,
allowing them to determine a reasonable cost.
Chairman Adams asked Mr. Blakeley if any additional poles would
be needed at Longden School.
Mr. Blakeley stated that electrically Longden School is sound
and no wiring would have to be done. The only change would be
the light fixtures, which would reduce energy costs.
Director Kobett, in response to Chairman Adams question, stated
the requirements in order for the Parks and Recreation Commission
to recommend this proposal to City Council. He explained that
the Youth Groups would need to have as much detail as possible
outlined for the Council showing how the Youth Groups can accom-
plish this project and outlining their methods at reducing project
cost. Mr. Kobett further stated that this proposal should be '
similiar to the proposal presented to the City Council for the
construction of the new concession stand at Live Oak Park.
Mr. Blakeley stated that there was a time factor involved on
some of the bids and poles, and therefore would like to have
the recommendation go to the City Council on or before February
14, 1978.
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Chairman Adams, with the concurrence of the Commission, set
Tuesday, January 31, 1978 for an adjourned meeting beginning
at 7:30 p.m. for the purpose of acting on the Athletic Field
Lighting Proposal to be received from Temple City American Little 40
League. He advised Mr. Blakeley that depending on the action of
the Commission, a recommendation could be forwarded to the City
Council for their regular meeting scheduled for February 7, 1978.
NEW BUSINESS
6. COMMUNICATIONS:
Chairman Adams brought to the attention of the Commission a letter
received from Mr. and Mrs. Allen Broge, 10127 Bogue Street, Temple
City and Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Head, 10133 Bogue Street, Temple
City. The letter stated concerns of the residents regarding the
additional lighting and the necessity of the lights, of which in-
stallation has recently begun.
Chairman Adams called on the residents who wrote the letter in
regard to whether they had any further comments to address to the
Commission at this time.
Connie Broge, 10127 Bogue Street, Temple City, stated to the Com-
mission her concern that the additional street lighting would
illuminate the area more than necessary, and shine into the homes
across the street from the park. She questioned the need for the
additional lighting.
Jacque Cohen, 10137 Bogue Street, Temple City, stated that at the
time the plans were being prepared for the additional street
lights he spoke to a representative from the Edison Company, who
stated that the residents should get use to a great deal more
light. Mr. Cohen further stated that considering the amount of
light we have at the present time, that the additional lighting
will be a case of over -kill, presenting a hardship on the residents
of Bogue Street. He apologized to the Commission, stating that
he realized he was somewhat late in presenting his concerns to
the Commission, since installation of the street lights has already
begun and probably cannot be changed.
Director Kobett, in response to Mr. Cohen question regarding the
type of lighting, stated that the additional lights would be 7,000
Lumen, the same as the existing lights located on Bogue Street and
which are typical in residential areas.
Director Kobett further stated that there are shields available
for the light fixtures if the lighting proves to be a problem for
the residents in the area.
Chairman Adams stated that a study of the park was made several
years ago by a committee consisting of 12 residents of the City.
The committee expressed great concern because Bogue Street was
poorly lighted which presented problems in regard to traffic and
parking on the street at night, and the personal safety of park
patrons and pedestrians. Chairman Adams further stated that he
also felt since children use the park, the additional lighting
would be of benefit for their safety at night.
Chairman Adams in closing discussion on this item stated that at
this point there was little the Commission could do to modify the
project. He further stated that he felt the residents would not
have the problems that they were anticipating. However, he stated,
if the lights illuminate their property excessively, that the
Commission would have shields installed on the fixtures, which
would correct that situation.
Chairman Adams thanked the residents for bringing their concern
to the attention of the Commission.
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P A R K S A N D R E C R E A T I O N C O M M I S S I O N M I N U T E S - J a n u a r y 1 8 , 1 9 7 8 P a g e 3
7 . R E Q U E S T F O R U S E O F F A C I L I T I E S A T L I V E O A K P A R K - T e m p l e C i t y P i n t o
P o n y L e a g u e
D i r e c t o r K o b e t t i n f o r m e d t h e C o m m i s s i o n t h a t t h i s r e q u e s t f o r u s e
o f t h e M u l t i - P u r p o s e R o o m a t L i v e O a k P a r k o n J a n u a r y 2 2 , 1 9 7 8
f r o m 1 t o 5 p . m . w a s b r o u g h t t o t h e C o m m i s s i o n ' s a t t e n t i o n , a s
S u n d a y u s e o f t h e p a r k f a c i l i t i e s r e q u i r e s C o m m i s s i o n a p p r o v a l .
D i r e c t o r K o b e t t f u r t h e r s t a t e d t h a t t h e a c t i v i t y i s r e c r e a t i o n
r e l a t e d , w h i c h i s n o r m a l l y a l l o w e d a t L i v e O a k P a r k .
C o m m i s s i o n e r C r u m p m o v e d t o a p p r o v e t h e a p p l i c a t i o n f o r u s e o f t h e
M u l t i - P u r p o s e R o o m a t L i v e O a k P a r k o n J a n u a r y 2 2 , 1 9 7 8 f r o m 1 t o
5 p . m . , s u b j e c t t o t h e n o r m a l i n s u r a n c e r e q u i r e m e n t . T h e m o t i o n
w a s s e c o n d e d b y C o m m i s s i o n e r V i l l a r a n d c a r r i e d .
8 . T I M E F O R T H O S E I N A U D I E N C E W H O W I S H T O S P E A K :
A . W i l l i a m W a r d , 5 5 7 0 N o r t h . G l i c k m a n , T e m p l e C i t y s t a t e d h i s c o n -
c e r n t o t h e C o m m i s s i o n r e g a r d i n g t h e i n s t a l l a t i o n o f t h e a t h l e t i c
f i e l d l i g h t s a n d w h e t h e r t h e y w o u l d i l l u m i n a t e h i s p r o p e r t y .
T h e C o m m i s s i o n i n f o r m e d h i m t h a t t h i s s h o u l d p r e s e n t n o p r o b l e m ,
a s t h e l i g h t i n g w o u l d b e c o n c e n t r a t e d o n t h e n o r t h b a l l d i a m o n d
a n d t h e s u r r o u n d i n g p r a c t i c e f i e l d s , w h i c h a r e s o u t h o f t h e t e n n i s
c o u r t s .
M r . W a r d a l s o s t a t e d h i s c o n c e r n r e g a r d i n g t h e i n s t a l l a t i o n o f t h e
a d d i t i o n a l t e n n i s c o u r t s a t L i v e O a k P a r k , a n d t h e n e e d f o r m o r e
t e n n i s c o u r t s . H e i n d i c a t e d t h a t h e w a s n o t i n f a v o r o f t h e c o u r t s
b e i n g l i g h t e d .
C o m m i s s i o n e r A n d r e w s s t a t e d t h a t b e c a u s e L i v e O a k P a r k i s t h e o n l y
p a r k i n T e m p l e C i t y t h a t h a s a r e a a v a i l a b l e f o r a v a r i e t y o f r e c r e -
a t i o n a l f a c i l i t i e s f o r t h e p u b l i c , i t i s t h e C o m m i s s i o n ' s i n t e n t i o n
t o d e v e l o p e t h e p a r k i n t h e b e s t i n t e r e s t o f a l l c i t i z e n s o f T e m p l e
C i t y .
M r . W a r d s t a t e d h i s c o n c e r n s w e r e b a s e d o n t h e f a c t t h a t w i t h t h e
n e w t e n n i s c o u r t s a n d n e w a t h l e t i c f i e l d l i g h t i n g , t h e n o i s e i n t h e
p a r k i n g l o t w o u l d b e i n c r e a s e d d u r i n g t h e l a t e n i g h t h o u r s . H e
a l s o s t a t e d t h a t t h e p a r k i n g l o t i s u s e d a s a t h r o u g h w a y w h i c h i n -
c r e a s e s t h e a m o u n t o f t r a f f i c a n d n o i s e i n t h e p a r k i n g l o t .
T h e C o m m i s s i o n e x p l a i n e d t o M r . W a r d t h a t r e g a r d i n g t h e l a t e n i g h t
u s e o f t h e p a r k , t h a t t h e p a r k i s p o s t e d c l o s e d f r o m 1 0 p . m . t o
6 a . m . a n d t h a t n o u s e i s p e r m i t t e d b e t w e e n t h o s e h o u r s w i t h o u t
a p p r o v a l . Y o u t h a c t i v i t i e s , t h e y e x p l a i n e d , w o u l d e n d e a r l i e r t h a n
c l o s i n g t i m e , a s t h e c h i l d r e n , o n m o s t o c c a s i o n s , m u s t a t t e n d s c h o o l
t h e n e x t d a y . A d u l t a c t i v i t i e s , h o w e v e r , c o u l d c o n t i n u e t o c l o s i n g
t i m e . T h e C o m m i s s i o n e x p r e s s e d c o n c e r n r e g a r d i n g t h e t r a f f i c t h r o u g h
t h e p a r k i n g l o t a n d r e q u e s t e d s t a f f t o p u r s u e t h e m a t t e r w i t h t h e
T r a f f i c E n g i n e e r .
B . R u t h G i e s e , 5 6 0 0 G l i c k m a n , T e m p l e C i t y , s t a t e d t o t h e C o m m i s s i o n
h e r c o n c e r n r e g a r d i n g t h e c o r n e r o f B o g u e S t r e e t a n d G l i c k m a n . S h e
f e l t s i n c e t h e r e i s n o " S t o p " s i g n , i t m a k e s t h e c o r n e r v e r y h a z a r d -
o u s , a s y o u c a n n o t s e e o r h e a r c a r s c o m i n g a r o u n d t h e c o r n e r .
C h a i r m a n A d a m s t h a n k e d M r s . G i e s e f o r b r i n g i n g t h i s t r a f f i c s i t u a t i o n
t o t h e C o m m i s s i o n ' s a t t e n t i o n a n d r e q u e s t e d s t a f f t o d i s c u s s M r s .
G i e s e ' s r e q u e s t f o r a " S t o p " s i g n a t B o g u e S t r e e t a n d G l i c k m a n A v e n u e
w i t h t h e T r a f f i c E n g i n e e r .
C . R o n B l a k e l e y , V i c e - P r e s i d e n t o f A m e r i c a n L i t t l e L e a g u e , 1 0 4 1 3
O l i v e , T e m p l e C i t y , r e q u e s t e d t h e a p p r o v a l o f t h e C o m m i s s i o n f o r
A m e r i c a n L i t t l e L e a g u e t o r e p l a c e t h e s l e e v e s f o r t h e o u t f i e l d f e n c e s
o n t h e b a l l f i e l d s a t L i v e O a k P a r k .
D i r e c t o r K o b e t t p l a c e d a d i a g r a m o f t h e p r o p o s e d s l e e v e o n t h e c h a l k
b o a r d f o r r e v i e w b y t h e C o m m i s s i o n . H e i n d i c a t e d t h a t h e a n d t h e
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department's Maintenance Superintendent had expressed approval of
the proposed sleeve but had suggested a change in the design which
they felt would make it easier to install the fence. Director
Kobett indicated he had not had the opportunity to discuss the
change with representatives of the league. The proposed change
would eliminate the threaded cap on the pipe and would incorporate
the sleeve being placed on the fence leg for placement over the
anchor post, rather than inside of it. Either design would be
acceptable to the Department he continued.
Commissioner Villar moved to approve the request from American
Little League to replace the sleeves for the outfield fences on
the ball fields at Live Oak Park, subject to the design meeting
the approval of the Department. The motion was seconded by Commis-
sioner Andrews and carried.
9. DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Director Kobett stated that a special two -wek Christmas Vacation
Program culminated in December, as well as the activities for the
year. Special programs were held on all elementary playgrounds
and Live Oak Park. Highlights included the Tot's Recreation
Christmas Party on December 15, with 69 children participating.
On December 17, thirty -seven students from the drama class and
childrens' dance presented a child's version of "The Nutcracker
Suite" at Live Oak Park. One- hundred parents and friends were in
attendance.
The Director further stated that other activities offered during
the Christmas Vacation included a Boys Basketball Tournament for
5th through 8th grade youths at Oak Gym, with seventy youths par-
ticipating, and a table tennis tournament at Live Oak Park and
Longden School, with thirty youths participating. Bingo parties
were held at Live Oak Park, La Rosa and Longden School on December
21, with eighty youths participating and December 29 at Live Oak
Park, with forty youths participating. Two cookouts were held
at all the areas, with eighty -seven youths participating. Craft
classes were also held, with youths having the opportunity of
making Christmas cards, ornaments or plaques.
A bus excursion to Magic Mountain was cancelled due to weather
conditions.
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Director Kobett also stated that general playground attendance
was low due to the high winds during the first week of activities
and three days of rain during the second week. Indoor activities
at Live Oak Park continued. In an effort to increase participation,
tickets were given to all participants who attended and participated
in posted activities. The more the children participated, the more
tickets they would receive and the chance of winning a free drawing
prize was greater. A total of 669 tickets were distributed and 24
prizes presented. The largest number of tickets were earned at
Live Oak Park, with 310 tickets. Lowest attendance was at La Rosa
School,. with 75 tickets being given out. Funds for the cookouts,
bingo prizes, raffle prizes and the basketball tournament were pro-
vided through the Temple City Kiwanis Club.
Director Kobett :informed the Commission that advance registration
for the Tennis and Tot's Recreation classes were held in December.
Three Tot's Recreation classes, with 22 students in each class
were filled. Approximately 75 persons registered for Tennis. Two -
hundred and sixty youths registered for Dance and Acrobatic classes.
He further informed the Commission that the Winter After School
Recreational Programs began the week of January 9, with registration
period from January 3rd to the 6th.
Director Kobett also stated that the special fee and charge classes
which began this month included Tot's Recreation, Karate, Yoga,
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Tennis, Ballroom Dance, Baton, Cake Decorating, Belly Dancing and
Adult Oil Painting.
Director Kobett further informed the Commission that a Basketball
League for men began tonight at Oak Avenue Gym.
The Director also stated that painting and plumbing in the rest -
rooms of the new concession stand was accomplished this month by
American Little League.
10. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
There were none.
11. ADJOURNMENT:
Commissioner Villar moved to adjourn to an adjourned meeting
on Tuesday, January 31, 1978, at 7:30 p.m. in the North Meeting
Room, City Hall, 5938 North Kauffman Avenue, Temple City. The
motion was seconded by Commission Crump and carried.
Chairman Adams adjourned the meeting at 8:42 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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