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Home My Public Portal About09-27-94 RECREATION & PARKS DEPARTMENT COMMISSIONrf CITY RECREATION OF LYNWOOD 0 PARRS DEPARTMENT ION MEETING SEPTEMBER 27, 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 ANN LLANAS MINUTES CLERK OPENING CEREMONIES 1 2 3 4 5 ri Call to Order Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call of Commissioners: R� EIVED I CITY OF LYNWOOD CITY CLERKS OFFICE SEP 22 1S 9, AM PM 7 1 8 1 9 1 0 1ll1 2 1 1 1213AA6 GEORGE MARTIN COMMISSIONER JULIO MENDOZA COMMISSIONER JIM GIVEN PROJECT MANAGER Chairperson Bette Espeseth Commissioner Walter Lopez Commissioner Robert Markovic Commissioner Julio Mendoza Commissioner George Martini Certification of Agenda Posting by the City Clerk Approval of minutes of meeting of August 23, 1994 7. CORRESPONDENCE: A. Letter from James L. Thomas, President of the Minority Business Association requesting waiver of fees for use of Bateman Hall on Wednesday, October 26, 1994 from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. for a job and career day exposition B. Letter from New Generation Ministries requesting to lease Room #1 at Bateman Hall every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the following dates: October 9, 16, 23, 30 - NOvember 6, 13, 20, 27 and December 4, 1994. r Recreation & Parks Commission Meeting September 27, 19� • Page 2 CORRESPONDENCE: Continued - C. Letter of invitation to the 9th Annual Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation Conference and Trade show on Thursday, September 29, 1994 at the Glendale Civic Auditorium in Glendale 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 - 9 ACTIVITIES REPORT: 10. CURRENT PROGRAM REPORT: SCHEDULED MATTERS 11. REPORT ON WALL OF FAME 12. REPORT ON DYMALLY PARK BOND PROJECT 13. REPORT ON GRANT PROPOSAL - PROP A '92 14. REPORT ON STATUS OF LYNWOOD ACTIVITY CENTER 15. REPORT ON HISPANIC RECOGNITION MONTH 16. REPORT ON PARKS 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, October 25, 1994 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood. r &p /agenda 0 • CITY OF LYNWOOD RECREATION & PARRS DEPARTMENT COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 23, 1994 OPENING CEREMONIES The Recreation & Parks Commission meeting of August 23, 1994 was called to order by Chairperson Bette Espeseth at 6:00 p.m. The invocation was led by Chairperson Markovic, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited by Commissioner Lopez. 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. Before the meeting continued any further, City Clerk Andrea Hooper took the of welcoming and swearing in Lynwood's newest Recreation and Parks Commissioner, Mr. Walter Lopez. The alcoholics anonymous group "Llegamos a Creer" would like to have fees waived for their 11th Anniversary Meeting at Bateman Hall on October 16, 1994 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m. After discussion between Mr. Davis and the Commission, it was decided to table the matter until Mr. Davis can discuss changing the hours of the request with the group's director. The current hours being requested tie up one of Bateman Hall's most popular rooms (the Auditorium) for a whole day. MONTHLY STAFF REPORTS A. Facility Usage Report - Attached B. News Releases - Mailed on Current Basis C. Personnel - None e • August 23, 1994 Page 2 CURRENT PROGRAM REPORT The Recreation Department is busy as usual with the last session of Summer Day Camp, a Senior Citizens trip to the Laguna Beach Art -a- Fair, planning special events such as the "Pancho" Gonzales Tennis Tournament and Court Dedication for Fiestas Patrias, and taking registration for various sports programs such as flag football and tennis. Block Watch Captain's Workshops to be held on Saturday, August 27, and Saturday, September 10, 1994. SCHEDULED MATTERS LOS ANGELES RIVER MASTER PLAN 11. The City of Lynwood is researching recommendations to be incorporated into the Los Angeles River Master Plan. There are possibilities for entries and exits, bike lanes and horse trails. STATE BOND ACT 12. The City Council approved the letter sent to Rita Waters on behalf of the Recreation & Parks Commission for Bond Act approval. If approved the City would receive monies and also qualify for competitive grant funding for Recreational use. CFD FOR LIBRARY SERVICES 13. The Community Facilities District or CFD for the County of Los Angeles proposes collecting a fee of $14.00, $21.00, or $28.00 to allow libraries to operate on a five day a week basis. These fees would be put to use in Lynwood libraries. The Lynwood City Council is in support of this project. Final determination on this matter will be with the L.A.C. Supervisors in October. EARTHQUAKE FUNDING 14. Mr. Davis explained that funds may be available for earthquake repairs. Repairs will be made to the tennis courts, transit center and Bateman Hall August 23, 1994 Page 3 BATEMAN HALL IMPROVEMENTS 15. $163,000.00 have been earmarked to begin improvements to Bateman Hall during this fiscal year. Improvements will include landscaping, water fountain, and new walk -way in patio. PROGRAM UPDATE 16. The Fall Program will be out in print in September. PUBLIC ORALS Mr. Jack Keane, former Building Inspector for the City made a plea to the Commission to build additional handball and /or basketball courts in the City of Lynwood. He stated that he has attended several City Council meetings regarding this matter. Mayor Richards, and Councilmen Henning and Rea are supportive of this proposal. He feels they would act more quickly if they have the Recreation Commission's backing. COMMISSION ORALS Commissioner Markovic - No comment. Commissioner Martini - Would like an update on Phase II of improvements to Mervyn M. Dymally Park including a landscaping sketch and specs. Chairperson Espeseth - Inquired on status of Farmer's Market - Mr. Davis informed her Mr. Joe Storey, the coordinator, is ill and cannot obtain completed certification by the County. Commissioner Espeseth also wanted to know what would happen to the sports programs currently held at the Lynwood Activities Center once it is no longer being leased by the City. Commissioner Mendoza - Commented that he found a large quantity of glass in the sand lot at Ham Park. Commissioner Mendoza commented on the need for some sort of authority figure in the Park, such as -a Ranger or Sheriff. Commissioner Mendoza also mentioned that the grass on the recently reseeded Soccer Field is already being torn up. August 23, 1994 Page 4 Commissioner Lopez - Would like to see the wading pool refurbished and new volley ball courts built during Phase II of improvements to Mervyn M. Dymally Park. Mr. Davis informed the Commission that St. Francis Hospital will hold a Child's Care Fair on Saturday, August 27, 1994. Tickets for "Fiesta Patrias" in celebration of Mexican Independence Day are now on sale. The tickets to the dinner show will also be available from the Recreation Department on Saturday, August 27, from 10:00 a.m, to 2:00 p.m. ADJOURNMENT The Recreation and Parks Commission meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27, 1994 in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California. r&p /mmul 4 i.V11noii Business AWOCiation Yost Offi a Box 9294 * Inglewood, Ca. 90305 September 16, 1994 Ralph Davis Director Recreation and Community services Dear Mr. Davis, This letter is being sent to you per Dorothy at Bateman hall. The Minority Business Association is an organization dedicated to helping youth and young adults become their very best in their career and entreprenurial endeavors. Our goal is to change the complexion of cities by offering positive solutions to area problems. One problem we are attacking head on is unemployment, and that is where we need your assistance. The "MBA" would like to sponsor a *Job and Career Day Expo" at Bateman Hall. The Expo would consists of workshops, business and career opportunities, and more than 25 employers. We would like to have the Expo on October 26, 1994, from 11:00 - 4:00 p.m. and we are asking that the rental fee be waived for this-. worthwhile event. Please call me at (310)676 -7908, to discuss the possibility of this event taking place. I look forward to speaking to you soon. Please call me at .(310)676 -7908, to discuss the possibility of this event taking place. I look forward to speaking to you soon. a s Thomas JAS I.- THOMAS PRESIDMT (310)676 -7908 (310)676 -7952 fax Y City of Lynwood Bateman Hall Lynwood, CA 0 New Generation Ministries 2202 E. 120th Street Los Angeles, CA 90059 September 19, 1994 Dear Sir /Madame, We have purchased a building for a place to hold worship. However, some construction work must be completed before we can occupy the building. Until such time we are requesting the lease of one of your rooms, room #1 for the following dates for the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday October 9, 1994 " October 16, 1994 " October 23, 1994 " October 30, 1994 Sunday November 6, 1994 " November 13, 1994 " November 20, 1994 " November 27, 1994 Sunday December 4, 1994 Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Roosevelt Pye Chairman of Deacon Board • • COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION Rodney E. Coo r, Director August 29, 1994 City of Lynwood Department of Parks and Recreation Parks and Recreation Commission 11330 Bullis Road Lynwood, CA 90262 Dear Commissioners: We would like to extend an invitation to you to participate in the 9th Annual Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation Conference and Trade Show to be held on Thursday, September 29, 1994, at the Glendale Civic Auditorium in Glendale. Enclosed are several copies of the conference flyer This year our County Park and Recreation Commissioners will host a session we feel will be of great interest to other parks and recreation commissioners such as yourselves. The session topic "Financing for Parks and Recreation Departments ", will explore traditional and nontraditional approaches. This session will be very timely given today's economic limitations. Please come prepared to share your success stories and ideas for the future. Two additional educational sessions will be included in the day's activities: a) "S W O T " - a participative workshop designed to explore the Department's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. b) Marketing Statutes - an update on the State and County marketing statutes. Our program is designed to create opportunities for delegates to share information through informal discussions, the day will be filled with opportunities to meet and network with other parks and recreation professionals. We anticipate approximately one - hundred (100) exhibits of products, materials, and supplies, including numerous demonstrations. There will also be a reception celebrating the Department's Golden Anniversary We are certain you will benefit from attending, just as we will gain from meeting you. Please note the pre - registration deadline of September 15, 1994. Since we can accommodate only 500 participants, do plan to register early See you on September 29! 1 Sincerely, Rodney E. Cooper Director 1 W /FG /1B /1ynwoM Enclosures Executive Offices • 433 South Vermont Avenue • Los Angeles, CA 90020 -1975 • (213) 738-2961 RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION ATTENDANCE SHEET 1994 TOTAL JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC E A P ESPESETH, BETTE p � Chairperson EVANS, ELOISE I /� P p -� fJ Commissioner /A MARKOVIC, ROBERT }7 p P p J Commissioner MARTINI, GEORGE Commissioner MENDOZA, JULIO 1 Commissioner A = ABSENT E = EXCUSED P = PRESENT 0 rap/wcaa •�1 ! CITY OF LYNWOOD RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT 3798 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262 CONTACT: LEO RODRIGUEZ /CHRISTIAN APODACA PHONE: (310) 603 -0220 EXTENSION 319 OR (310) 886 -0426 MID- SEPTEMBER GIRLS SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT The City of Lynwood Recreation and Community Services Department and the Lynwood Sports Association are proud to announce they will be hosting the first annual Mid - September Softball Tournament on September 16 -18, 1994 at Mervyn Dymally Congressional Park located at 3798 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., and Ham Park located at 11555 Wright Road. The tournament will begin on Friday, September 16 at 6:30 p.m. and will continue until the championship games which will be held on Sunday, September 18, 1994. (For specific game times contact the sports office at 886- 0426). The tournament will host as many as eight (8) different agencies /teams. The tournament is open to all agencies who wish to participate and have teams within the age boundary of 16 years and under. Everyone is welcome to come out and support the tournament teams and the players. We guarantee there will be non -stop action, fun, and competition. For more information on the tournament contact the City of Lynwood Recreation and Community Services Department at (310) 603 -0220, Ext. 319, (310) 886 -0426 and ask for Leo Rodriguez or Christian Apodaca or Alfred Castillo at (213) 771 -0301 Don't miss out on this fun filled weekend softball tournament. Lai :r nmsr \sf81094.a LYNWOOD RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT 3798 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD LYNWOOD, CA 90262 CONTACT: MAURICE ROBERSON OR LEO RODRIGUEZ PHONE: (310) 886 -0426 (310) 603 -0220, EXt. 319 BOYS & GIRLS BASKETBALL CLINIC Lynwood Recreation & Community Services Department will host an Instructional Basketball Clinic for Boys and Girls seven (7) to seventeen (17) years old. The Clinic will be held on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and will use local university, college, and high school coaches and players. The Clinic will begin September 17, 1994 and continue through October 22, 1994 at the Lynwood Community /Transit Center Gymnasium. Registration begins Monday, August 29, 1994 at the Lynwood Community /Transit Center, 3798 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Lynwood, CA 90262 from Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A registration fee of $15.00 per participant. Cost includes; instruction, T- shirt, insurance as well as certificate of completion. This fee must be paid at time of registration. CASH ONLY, NO CHECKS. Registration closes Thursday, September 15, 1994. For additional information please call Maurice Roberson at (310) 886 -0426 or (310) 603 -0220, extension 319. a: \wpfd" \=mtn\nmsr W 0825. s CITY OF LYNWOOD RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVI• DEPARTMENT '+ 3798 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD LYNWOOD, CA 90262 CONTACT: DOROTHY SIDDELL PHONE: (310) 603 -0220 EXTENSION 343 LYNWOOD ALL CITY DRILL TEAM AND DRUMMER Girls and boys 8 years through 15 years old are invited to join the Lynwood All City Drill Team and Drum Squad. Youngsters will learn all aspects of Drill Team as well as Drumming for Drill Team Participants will perform at community events and competitions throughout the Los Angeles area. A registration fee of $36.00 (CASH ONLY) per year will be charged to help defray the cost of insurance and program operation. The uniform cost is not included in the registration fee. Participants will have the opportunity to participate in a fund raising activity to pay for their uniform. Participants who choose not to participate in the fund raising activity will then be required to purchase their uniform. Registration is currently being accepted at the Recreation and Community Services Department office Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. For additional information please call (310) 603 -0220 Extension 319. nmsr \sf82494.b A • • s L � CITY OF LYNWOOD RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT 3798 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD LYNWOOD, CA 90262 CONTACT: LEO RODRIGUEZ PHONE: (310) 603 -0220 EXTENSION 319 SEPTEMBER 16TH CELEBRATION The City of Lynwood is pleased to announce it will present a Las Vegas Style Dinner Show to celebrate Mexican Independence Day. The event will be held at Bateman Hall on Wednesday, September 14, 1994 starting at 6:00 p.m. The evening will showcase local dance groups as well as an outstanding two (2) hour performance by Mariachi Juvenil De Mexico. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m., dinner will be served promptly at 6:30 p.m. In addition to the Mariachi Juvenil De Mexico, there will also be two (2) very outstanding dance groups. They will include the group Ballet Folklorico Nicaraguense as well as Grupo Folklorico Guatemalteco. To purchase your $10.00 ticket come to the Lynwood Community /Transit Center, 3798 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. or Saturday, August 27, 1994 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Tickets will also be available from September 16th Committee Members. There will be a special half price discount ($5.00) for tickets for senior citizens fifty five (55) years of age and older. For further information please call (310) 603 -0220 Extension 319. We, anticipate this evening of food and entertainment will be one of the most exciting events of the year. jimg \spaia1\scpt16 LYNWOOD RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT 3798 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD LYNWOOD, CA 90262 CONTACT: DOROTHY SIDDELL PHONE: 603 -0220, EXT. 319 OR 343 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HOME BASED BUSINESS WORKSHOPS IMAGE AND CONFIDENCE WORKSHOPS The City of Lynwood Recreation and Community Services Department is pleased to offer a variety of self -help workshops for the benefit of this community. Have you ever imagined being your own boss? Well now is your chance! Select the Home Based Business of your choice and you can find out how to become your own boss in one day. Or maybe you would like tips on how to project a more professional and confident image, so important for your success in career as well as personal happiness. Registration is now being taken for these workshops: How to Become An Independent Travel Agent (one date only) Date: Saturday, September 24, 1994 Time: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Cost: $18.00 Instructor: Gwendolyn J. Flowers How to Start Your Own Mail Order Business one date onl Date: Sunday, September 25, 1994 Time: 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Cost: $18.00 Instructor: Gwendolyn J. Flowers How to Start Your Own Resume Service (one date only) Date. Saturday, October 8, 1994 Time: 1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m. Cost: $18.00 Instructor: Gwendolyn J. Flowers 0 e Building A Home Based Import /Export Business (one date only) Date: Saturday, October 1, 1994 Time: 1:00 P.M. - 5:00 p.m. Cost: $28.00 Instructor: Gwendolyn J. Flowers Date: Sunday, October 2, 1994 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cost: $18.00 Instructor: Gwendolyn J. Flowers Certified Small Business Consultant Image and Confidence Workshops Dates: Saturday, September 24, 1994 Thursday, October 27 Monday, December 19, 1994 (includes holiday magic) Times: 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (Saturday) 4:00 p.m - 5:30 p.m. (Thursday) 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Monday) Age: Men & Women - 18 years and over Cost: Free of Charge Instructor: Savannah Blanchard Certified Image Consultant Registration for all workshops is now being taken at the Lynwood Recreation & Community Services Department, 3798 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Lynwood, CA 90262, Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For further information call (310) 603- 0220, extension 319 or you may call Dorothy Siddell, Facility and Program Supervisor at (310) 603 -0220, extension 343. miwd 8/31194 n: \wpfdw \Mm W\n 2r\sN825.b Y' 0 CITY OF LYNWOOD RECREATION Sc COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT 3798 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD LYNWOOD, CA 90262 CONTACT: DOROTHY SIDDELL PHONE: (310) 603 -0220 EXTENSION 343 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The City of Lynwood Recreation and Community Services Department is seeking a Drill Team instructor to assist with the Drill Team and Drummer Program. This position entails teaching young people all aspects of Drill Team as well as drumming for Drill Team, and preparing youngsters for performances at community events and competitions throughout the Los Angeles area. This program is offered to girls and boys 8 through 15 years of age. Interested parties may contact Dorothy Siddell, Facility & Program Supervisor at (310) 603 -0220 Extension 343 Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. n srW82494.a ti The Cm of I_Niwood has been selected is a %%m'let of the 1991 Cit% LiNabihlh A%%ard b% the United States Conference of Manors This prestigious A%%ard is onh gnen to ten cities each %car for outstanding achm%ement ill local go%ernnicnt We are panicularh Proud since our aoard is based larger on prograni n ng de%eloped to o%erconme the de%astaaon of the 1992 cnd unrest and delionstrates that if committed. it crt% can re%crse a trend of despair The "Tree of Life" project is our uno%au%e approach to enhancing the urban emironnent ohde pro%idwg wuth mth %table Atcrnatncs to %andalism and \ iolence The Tree of Life Project has resulted in the creation of more than mo thousand public and pate pan -lime job opportunities for L%m%ood %outh The Deck of September 18. 1991 has been proclaimed Cm Lnabiht% aleck in LNn\\ood and %%c %%ould be greath honored if Not, could attend one of the c%euts %%c'hmc planned I Pould especially like to drat% tour attention to the Anards Program scheduled for Freda% September 2; 1991 We are pleased to present 4ou %%ith a special pm, commemorating the Cm's a%%ard We are certain that %ou %%ill %ant to %%ear it %%ith pride to help ntou%ate our fell(%% citi/ens to participate in the conunumg re%nalvation of L%n000d We still ha%e umcli %%ork ahead of us bill if %%c keep %%orkmg hard, there a dl be no lint to our success' Paul H. Richards 11 M1la%or Louis Bs rd Louis J. Heine Robert Henning Armando Rea Ma%or Pro Tern Council member C otmed member Council member .Andrea Hooper Iris Pygatt \%illam Rudell Faustin Gonzales Cm Clerk Ca% Treasurer Cit\ Attornc% Cm Manager Please loin us in recognizing the City of Lynwood proud recipient of the 1994 City Livability Award Week -long festivities are planned ( September 19 through September 24, 1994 ) Please see reverse side for schedule of activities for filrther information call the City Manager's office at (310) 603 -0220 r 203