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Home My Public Portal About10-25-94 RECREATION & PARKS DEPARTMENT COMMISSIONi ADDENDUM Addendum to agenda items on file for consideration at the regular meeting of the Lynwood Recreation & Parks Commission to be held at 6:00 p m. on October 25, 1994 in the Lynwood City Hall Council rhamharc COMMISSIONERS Bette Espeseth - Chairperson Julio Mendoza George Martini Robert Markovic Walter Lopez CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED CITY OF LYNVVOOU CITY CLERKS OFFICE G� T 2 4 7994 AM PM 71819i101111121112i3 Letter from Mary A. Tyler of the Lynwood Woman's Club requesting waiver of fees for use of Bateman Hall, for their annual Mode & Mums Fashion Show Fundraiser to be held on Wednesday, November 16, 1994 ADJOURNMENT Motion to adjourn to a regular meeting on November 22, 1994 at 6:00 p m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, City of Lynwood, California Attachment r &p /agenda i 0 ( �C IT F - YOF�LYNWO CITY CLERKS OFFICE C I CITY OF LYNWOOD RECREATION & PARKS DEPARTMENT COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 25, 1994 IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 P.M. AGENDA BETTE ESPESETH CHAIRPERSON WALTER LOPEZ COMMISSIONER ROBERT MARKOVIC COMMISSIONER RALPH DAVIS, DIRECTOR RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES QGT 2 0 i PM 7 ►9��v��1i2�3i4i5iC GEORGE MARTINI COMMISSIONER JULIO MENDOZA COMMISSIONER JIM GIVEN PROJECT MANAGER ANN LLANAS MINUTES CLERK OPENING CEREMONIES 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation 3 Pledge of Allegiance 4. Roll Call of Commissioners: Chairperson Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner 3ette Espeseth Walter Lopez Robert Markovic Julio Mendoza George Martini 5. Certification of Agenda Posting by the City Clerk 6. Approval of minutes of meeting of September 27, 1994 7. CORRESPONDENCE: A. B. C. 8. MONTHLY STAFF REPORTS: A. Facility Usage - Bateman Hall, Community Center, Ham Park, Teen Center (Attached to Agenda) B. News Releases - Mailed on Current Basis C. Personnel - October 25, 1994 • Page 2 9. ACTIVITIES REPORT: Attached 10 CURRENT PROGRAM REPORT: SCHEDULED MATTERS 11. WALL OF FAME PROGRAM 12. L.S.A. VOLUNTEER MEMBERSHIP DINNER 13. L.Y.A.L. CELEBRATION 14 DYMALLY PARK PROJECT 15. YOUTH CENTER PROP A GRANT 16. STATUS REPORT ON BATEMAN HALL /ERNESTINE SECURITY PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATION PERTAINING TO AGENDA ITEMS ONLY Chairperson Bette Espeseth Commissioner Walter Lopez: Commissioner George Martini Commissioner Julio Mendoza Commissioner Robert Markovic Motion to adjourn to the next regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, November 22, 1994 at 6:00 p m in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood r &p /agenda 0 0 CITY OF LYNWOOD RECREATION & PARKS DEPARTMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 27, 1994 OPENING CEREMONIES The Recreation & Parks Commission meeting of September 27, 1994 was called to order by Chairperson Bette Espeseth at 6 05 p.m The invocation was led by Commissioner Markovic, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited by Commissioner Mendoza. Roll call of Commissioners present: Chairperson Espeseth Commissioner Martini Commissioner Markovic Commissioner Mendoza Commissioner Lopez Mr. Ralph Davis, Director of the Recreation and Parks Department certified the posting of the agenda by the City Clerk. Commissioner Markovic motions to approve the minutes of the August 23, 1994 meeting, Commissioner Mendoza seconds the motion. The minutes were approved. Minority Business Association - Mr Errick Lee, Executive Manager for the Lynwood Chamber of Commerce addressed the Commission in response to the written and oral request made by Mr James Thomas of the Minority Business Association to hold a job fair at Bateman Hall The Chamber requested that the Minority Business Association postpone their job fair until the Chamber is able to host their own annual fall job fair. In exchange for this consideration the Chamber will assist Mr. James Thomas with the Minority Business Association's job fair at a future date Mr. Lee requested that a recommendation be made to City Council for initiation of a time frame for use of City facilities for the same type of event in order to avoid future conflicts with other organizations. Commissioner Markovic motions to waive fees for the Minority Business Association for use of Bateman Hall to hold a job fair at a future date that does not conflict with the Lynwood Chamber Job Fair. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Mendoza. Mr. Davis suggests a study be conducted on the time frame matter. Commissioner Lopez motions for a study to be conducted, Commissioner Mendoza seconds the motion All are in agreement, motion passes. E September 27, 1994 Page 2 L New Generation Ministries - Mr Davis explained to the Commission that New Generation Ministries Church has exceeded its time limit for use of Bateman Hall for worship services. However, if Mr Roosevelt Pye can provide the Commission with proof of hardship pertaining to the completion of their new building, New Generation Ministries would then be allowed to lease Room #1 at Bateman Hall for worship services This recommendation was then approved by the Commission. A letter informing Mr. Pye of this recommendation will be mailed to him. MONTHLY STAFF REPORTS A. Facility Usage Report - Attached B. News Releases - Mailed on Current Basis C. Personnel - None CURRENT PROGRAM REPORT Mr Davis reports on the September 16th celebration "Fiestas Patrias" The evening was a big success. Tickets were reasonably priced at ten dollars The evenings entertainment was very festive and included a tasty, traditional Mexican meal and various talented Latin singers and dancers the Lynwood Youth Soccer League has been going well The Championship Games will be held on Saturday, October 29, with times to be announced. Mr. Davis reported that he would be attending a Lynwood Unified School District Board Meeting regarding expanding the Afterschool Fun program currently available at eight local elementary school campuses Upcoming activities at the Lynwood Activity Center include an Aerobics Class, a Karate Tournament on October 1 and a Boxing Match on October 7. City Livability Week was a highlights: September 19 September 20 September 21 September 22 September 23 September 24 very busy one; following are some of the - Citywide Button Distribution - Bus Shelter Opening - RecNet Opening - City Livability Appreciation Picnic - Motorcade Parade & Recognition Awards - Championship Tennis Tournament, Pancho Gonzales Tennis Court Dedication, and Concert in the Park with Poncho Sanchez E September 27, 1994 Page 3 0 The annual S.K.I P (Safe Kids Information Project) is upon us again, and will take place on Saturday, October 29. The program features a costume parade, songs, games and free treats There will be a Halloween Haunt Carnival immediately following the parade. SCHEDULED MATTERS WALL OF FAME The Wall of Fame Press Conference scheduled for September 28 has been canceled, due to Mr Ross Miller's health. The conference has been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 5, 1994. Dinner Tickets for this event will go on sale at various locations throughout Lynwood starting next week. DYMALLY PARK BOND PROJECT There will be a workshop on the Dymally Park Master Plan on Saturday, October 8, 1994 from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon at Bateman Hall to gather information from the community and various users groups. GRANT REPORT Mr. Jim Given, Project Manager for the Recreation and Community Services Department led the Department's efforts to obtain Prop A monies for park and facility improvements Consequently the Department has been awarded over two million dollars in funds Mr Given is to be commended for his knowledgeable and diligent efforts on the Department's behalf. LYNWOOD ACTIVITY CENTER A proposal was made to the City of Lynwood by the Lynwood Activity League Board. The Board will pay the City $24,000 for a one -year lease of the site which currently houses the Lynwood Activity Center. This will provide ample time in which to locate another facility site HISPANIC RECOGNITION MONTH September is "Hispanic Recognition Month ", in accordance with Federal Government guidelines and the City of Lynwood Celebrated in style! On Wednesday, September 14, Lynwood citizens were treated to an impressive array of Latin dancers and singers while dining on traditional Mexican fare at a Las Vegas style Dinner Show held at Bateman Hall September 27, 1994 Page 4 The celebration continued on Saturday, September 24 with a ceremony dedicating the Lynwood Tennis Courts to Pancho Gonzales, the first Mexican - American Wimbeldon Tennis Championship Winner. The day ended with a concert in the park featuring talented jazz musician Poncho Sanchez and his band. PARKS SECURITY Mr. Davis acquired personnel from Eveready Security to do a walk - through survey of Mervyn M. Dymally Park. Their report indicates that security measures are needed in order to ensure a safer environment for recreational activities. Prop A monies may be used to hire guards. Also radios may be used at big events, by Recreation staff to provide immediate contact between employees. PUBLIC ORALS Please see CORRESPONDENCE for comments made by Mr Errick Lee, Lynwood Chamber of Commerce and Mr James Thomas, Minority Business Association. COMMISSION ORALS Commissioner Markovic - Comments on condition of soccer field and need for a sheriff's patrol in the park Commissioner Martini - No comment Chairperson Espeseth - Comments on various functions she recently attended - Installation of Officers for League of California Cities Banquet, Pancho Gonzales Tennis Court Dedication, Poncho Sanchez concert, Lynwood's Day at the Fair Will attend job fair at Bateman Hall on October 12. Commissioner Espeseth again inquired on the status of the Natatorium Wall' Mural and the Farmer's Market. Commissioners Mendoza & Lopez - No comment ADJOURNMENT The Recreation and Parks Commission meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held at 6 00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 25, 1994 in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California. r &p /mmutes 0 9 LYNWOOD RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES 3798 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD LYNWOOD, CA 90262 CONTACT: LEO RODRIGUEZ OR MAURICE ROBERSON PHONE: (310) 886 -0426 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BASKETBALL REGISTRATION FOR 1994 -95 SEASON Registration is now underway for boys and girls ages 6 through 16 who wish to participate in Lynwoodfs Recreation and Community Services 1994 -95 Basketball Program. Divisions are; Spud 1987- 88 -89, Pee Wee 1985 -86, Tiny 1983 -84, Midget 1981 -82, Junior 1979 -80. Sign -ups will be taken at the Lynwood Community / Transit Center, 3798 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday until November 12, 1994 and special registration on two (2) Saturdays, November 5 and 12, 1994 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A $35.00 registration fee (CASH ONLY) together with either a Birth Certificate, Baptismal Certificate, School Letter and /or Alien Registration Card covers uniform, awards, and officials. A discount program for more than one in the immediate family is being offered: first child $35.00, second child $30.00, third child and thereafter $25.00. All must be registered and paid at the same time. For further information, phone the Lynwood Recreation and Community Services Department at (310) 603 -0220, extension 319 or (310) 886 -0426. u sAar1017.a CITY OF,LYNWOOD RECREATIA AND • COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPAR NT 3798 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD LYNWOOD, CA 90262 CONTACT: LEO RODRIGUEZ PHONE: (310) 603 -0220, EXT. 319 "S.K.I.P." SAFE KID'S INFORMATION PROJECT The City of Lynwood's Recreation and Community Services Department is offering a fun - filled Halloween Haunt with great tricks and good tasting treats on Saturday, October 29, 1994, starting at 12:00 in the afternoon at the Lynwood Community /Transit Center located at 3798 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Lynwood. The Halloween Haunt will feature S.K.I.P., the Safe Kid's Information Project, our City's Annual Costume Parade, and a carnival featuring rides and games The S.K.I.P. Program (12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m.), hosted by Mrs. Dorothy Richards, will provide children with important safety tips to help them have a safe and fun Halloween night. Bring your children to the Community /Transit Center to sing songs, play games, and meet costumed characters. Free Trick or Treat goodies will be provided Pre - registration for the Costume Parade will be taken from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p m., ONLY - so please be prompt! There is no charge for parading in this fun event. All children 12 years of age and under may participate. The Halloween Haunt Carnival will offer a variety of carnival rides and game booths including; face painting, milk bottle toss, spud basketball free throw, ring- a- lollipop, balloon burst game, and a fishing hole. We are also featuring pony and train rides. Games will cost 10t and rides are 25C each This festive carnival will operate until 6:00 p.m. For more information about the Halloween Haunt, please call Leo Rodriguez at the Lynwood Recreation and Community Services Department at (310) 603 -0220, Ext. 319. • LYNWOOD RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT 3798 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD LYNWOOD, CA 90262 CONTACT: JOE RAMIREZ, BOXING COACH OR JANICE THOMAS, STAFF PERSON PHONE: (310) 608 -2239 LIVE AMATEUR BOXING The City of Lynwood Recreation & Community Services Department and and the Lynwood Youth Activities League will present LIVE AMATEUR BOXING, Friday, October 7, 1994, 7:00 p.m. at the Lynwood Activity Center located at 3100 E. Imperial Highway (1 block west of Long Beach Blvd ) There will be 7 Action Bouts. Weigh -In begins at 4:00 p.m. This LIVE AMATEUR BOXING is sanctioned by USA. Cost of the event is $3.00 for adults and $1.00 for children 12 years and under. For further information contact Joe Ramirez, Boxing Coach, or Janice Thomas, Staff person at (310) 608 -2239. S /sf newsr \sf92294.b 9 LYNWOOD RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT 3798 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD LYNWOOD, CA 90262 CONTACT: JOHN SOLTIS, KARATE COACH OR JANICE THOMAS, STAFF PERSON OR DOROTHY SIDDELL, STAFF PERSON PHONE: (310) 608 -2239 OR (310) 603 -0220 EXTENSION 413 FALL KARATE TOURNAMENT The City of Lynwood Recreation & Community Services Department and the Lynwood Youth Activities League will host the FALL KARATE TOURNAMENT, Saturday, October 1, 1994, 9:00 a.m. at the Lynwood Activity Center located at 3100 E. Imperial Highway. (1 block west of Long Beach Blvd.) Kata, Kumite and Kobudo events are offered for participation. All participants will receive a medal. Cost of participation: 1 event = $6.00 2 events = $10.00 3 events = $12.00 Admission is $3.00 Children 5 years and under are free. Registration on the day of the event begins at 9 00 a.m. For further information call John Soltis or Janice Thomas at (310) 608 -2239 between the hours of 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p m , Monday through Thursday or contact Dorothy Siddell at (310) 603 -0220 Extension 413 Monday through Thursday 7:00 a m. - 6:00 p.m. s J /sf ne.sr \sf92294 a RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION ATTENDANCE SHEET 1994 TOTAL • JAN FEB MAR A PR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC E A P ESPESETH, BETTE Chairperson EVANS, ELOISE Commissioner MARKOVIC, ROBERT }� { - F Commissioner I MARTINI, GEORGE (� `� "� ? P F P Commissioner MENDOZA, JULIO / } _ -, � 7 F, Commissioner A = ABSENT E = EXCUSED P = PRESENT r &p /attend