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DANIEL SALAZAR
MARGIE HARPER
CHARLES WOOD
JOANETTE GUTIERREZ
DONALD DOVE
-- _ --RECREATION STAFF- _ -
PERRY BRENTS, DIRECTOR OF RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES
MARK FLORES, RECREATION SUPERINTENDENT II
ANN LLANAS, MINUTES CLERK
- - -AGENDA _ _ _
I. CALL TO ORDER
I I. INVOCATION
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. ROLL CALL
V. AGENDA POSTING
VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -March 2008
VII. PUBLIC ORALS
VIII. CORRESPONDENCE -NONE
IX. SCHEDULED MATTERS
A. ELECTION OF OFFICERS (carried over from March)
B. PRESENTATION OF AWARDS TO FORMER COMMISSIONERS
C. CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) - Ms. Perez will give a
presentation on CERT Training
D. 2008 GOALS & OBJECTIVES -Tabled to May 2008 meeting
X. STAFF REPORTS
A. FACILITY USAGE REPORTS (GATEMAN HALL)
B. QUARTERLY DIVISION REPORT -Will be provided at meeting
C. CURRENT PROGRAMS/ACTIVITY REPORT (ORAL REPORT BY RECREATION STAFF)
XI. COMMISSION ORALS
XII. ADJOURNMENT -THE RECREATION & PARKS COMMISSION WILL ADJOURN TO THE
NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING TO BE HELD AT 5:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, MAY
27, 2008 IN THE LYNWOOD CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
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CITY OF LYNWOOD
RECREATION & PARKS COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES for MARCH 25, 2008
p Call to Order:
The March 25, 2008 Recreation & Parks Commission meeting was called
to order at 5:11 p.m.
II/III) Invocation & Pledge:
Commissioner Harper gave the Invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance
was led by Chairperson Wood.
IV) Roll Call: Present Absent
Commissioner Wood Commissioner Dove
Commissioner Harper Commissioner Salazar
Commissioner Gutierrez
Commissioner Dove
v) Agenda Posting: The Agenda was duly posted for the March 2008
meeting as prescribed by the Brown Act.
VU Approval of Past Minutes: There are no minutes for approval since the
March meeting is the first meeting for the newly appointed members
of the Recreation & Parks Commission.
VII) Correspondence: None
VIII) Public Orals:
Maria Quinonez, City Clerk stopped by to swear-in the new
Commissioners. She also passed out copies of Form 700, requesting that
the Commissioners fill out the form and return it to her office.
Former Commissioner Julio Mendoza, 2733 Fernwood Avenue
congratulated all of the Commissioners on their appointment to the
Recreation & Parks Commission.
Mr. Jose Trejo, Deputy Director of the Recreation & Community Services
Department introduced himself to the Commission stating that over
the years he has moved up in the employee ranks of the Department.
He is also a former Lynwood Sports Association participant. Mr. Trejo
gave a brief overview of all of the divisions that comprise the
Recreation & Community Services Department; they are: Senior Center,
Sports Division, Youth Center/Playgrounds, Administrative Division,
Natatorium, and Bateman Hall.
IX) Scheduled Matters:
A. Election of Officers - Mr. Trejo asked the Commissioners whether
they wanted to proceed and elect officers or table the item until all of
the Commissioners are present. Commissioner Wood motioned to table
the election of officers to the April meeting. Commissioner Gutierrez
seconded the motion. Ayes: 3 Noes: 0 -The election of officers will be
carried over to the April meeting.
X) Staff Reports:
A. Facility Usage Report -Attached for review - Mr. Trejo briefly
explained the purpose of the Facility Usage Report. The report
provides the Commissioners with detailed information as to what
groups/organizations are meeting at Bateman Hall, the date, time,
event, and whether or not they pay or have fees waived. Mr.
Trejo stated that fee waiver requests are provided to the
Recreation & Parks Commission for their recommendations to the
City Council. Information on these reports is for the upcoming
month. Commissioner Harper stated that the L.U.S.D. holds their
annual science fair for about 2,000 youth at Bateman Hall. They
eat sack lunches and work on their projects.
B. Division Quarterly Reports -This report will be provided for 2008
in April, July and October. This report informs the Commission of
the status and/or plans for upcoming projects and special events
taking place citywide and in the Recreation & Community Services
Department.
C. Current Programs/Activity Report -
• The April activity calendar will be mailed to the
Commissioners.
• 4/2/08 -Youth Basketball Banquet/Awards Ceremony - 6 p.m.
at Bateman Hall -This is a great way to meet people and
make new friends. All participants will receive a trophy.
• 4/5/08 - Aquafina Pitch, Hit & Run Event - 11:30 a.m. in
Lynwood City Park, Diamond ~1 -The new Commissioners
will get to throw out the first pitch for different teams.
Players will line-up and parade around in their new uniforms.
• 4/27/08 -Senior Open House - 11:00 a.m. at the Lynwood
Senior Center -Celebrating the Senior Center's one-year
anniversary and showcase to guests the activities, classes
and trips the Senior Center has to offer to the senior
population in the community.
• 5/21/08 - Lynwood Dodger Night - 7:10 p.m. at Dodger
Stadium in Los Angeles. Tickets are S10 each on a first-come,
first-served basis. No transportation will be provided.
Current Programs/Activity Report -Continued
Commissioner Harper questioned Mr. Trejo about the activities that are
held at the Senior Center. Mr. Trejo stated that the Senior Center is
home to a wide variety of activities including Senior Excursions to
casinos, museums, the Long Beach Marketplace, etc. There is also a
monthly free food distribution, Dial-a-Taxi Transportation Service,
computer classes, art classes, sewing classes and several exercise
activities. The Senior Center partners with organizations such as Apple
Care and St. Francis Medical Center. The County of Los Angeles Area
Agency on Aging has held a series of public hearing workshops at the
Senior Center on topics such as emergency preparedness.
Commissioner Gutierrez stated that at one time there was a service for
shut-in seniors. Basically they were called or visited on a regular basis to
make sure they were o.k. She would like to see something like that
instigated again in the community. She stated that many calls were
received from shut-in seniors with heart attacks and strokes during a
major earthquake some years back. Mr. Trejo stated that 911 should be
called for all medical emergencies.
Commissioner Harper stated that Zelda Hutcherson had the L.A. County
Area Agency on Aging host a public hearing workshop on emergency
preparedness. A committee could be appointed to help the shut-ins
with a sign on their door. Possibly students from Dominguez Hills could
be involved.
Mr. Trejo stated that checking in on seniors is a very important topic.
The Senior Advisory Council and the Recreation & Parks Commission can
work together on this issue. He stated that the Recreation &
Community Services Department is not just about sports. we need to
look at the community at large and access a healthier lifestyle and
provide social services to the community. Mr. Trejo would like to get
active participation from a percentage of staff and a percentage of
people in the community. It's important to refer issues to the proper
Commissions. we have to stay focused on what our role is in the
community but he does encourage participation with other
commissions.
Commissioner Harper stated that this is the second Commission she has
served on. She has to learn how it works. She stated that her concerns
are for the elderly and children. She knows lots of kids that don't have
family support. They often just get dropped off at the park. Mr. Trejo
stated that she should list this topic on her 2008 Goals & Objectives.
Current Programs/Activity Report -Continued
Commissioner wood stated that he was a T-ball Coach in 1994. He's been
the Baseball Commissioner for the last 7-years. He's been involved with
the Lynwood Sports Association in some fashion for the last 10-years.
He wants to improve facilities for kids and promote safety in Lynwood
City Park. Parents need to get involved. The Lynwood Sports
Association gets lots of support from the Recreation & Community
Services Department. we offer afirst-class sports program including
Baseball, Soccer and Basketball to the Lynwood community.
Mr. Trejo stated that there has been tremendous growth. we are
addressing issues of open space as well as following procedures and
meeting standards for field and facility rentals. Some organizations
claim to be non-profit but don't meet requirement with proper back-up
documentation. If organizations don't meet the policy standards they
will not qualify. Standards have to be met.
Commissioner Wood stated that the Lynwood Sports Association meets
once monthly and does their best to keep costs down for families. we
charge Lynwood residents S65 for Baseball and Basketball registration.
Other cities charge well over $100. Commissioner Gutierrez stated that
at one time socks, pants and shoes were provided as uniforms.
Commissioner Wood stated that some cities only provide a hat and t-
shirt. Currently a whole uniform and trophy are issued to participants.
Mr. Trejo stated that hopefully in 3-5 years there will be funding
available with which to bridge parks throughout the community. This
will promote health and fitness and art in our neighborhoods by
providing art pieces along walk trails.
Commissioner Gutierrez stated that we need to bring performing arts
to the City and give back to the community. She realizes that lots of
people have never been to a play, which she enjoys. Mr. Trejo stated
that we need to create focus groups when we partner with outside
agencies. we have to entice groups to want to come to Lynwood by
presenting our need and desire for their assistance.
Commissioner Gutierrez stated that some schools have stopped music
classes. She stated that a group of artists fought to bring a music class
back to a Los Angeles school. They raised money and donated
instruments. we could do the same and have a performance at
Christmas-time.
Mr. Trejo stated that at the end of the day it boils down to money.
Creating a foundation to provide money to serve the people you say it
will serve requires a collaborative effort.
Current Programs/Activity Report -Continued
Commissioner Wood stated that when the Veterans Affairs Council held
one of their Veterans Day programs they were unable to acquire singers
from Lynwood High School. Performers were brought in from
Compton.
Commissioner Gutierrez stated that she has talked to Mr. Perry Brents,
Director of the Recreation & Community Services Department about
outdoor musicals. Her daughter works for the City of Santa Fe Springs
and they offer that service. She would like for Mr. Trejo to go with her.
Mr. Trejo stated that we need to organize, coordinate, plan and get a
base established before we ask for help. We need to plant the seed.
We have expressed the need, now we need the stakeholders.
XU COmml$SIOn Orals: (Please abide by the 3-minute time limit for each Commissioner)
• Commissioner Wood -Stated that his main purpose is as an advocate
for kids. He stated that Commissioner Salazar who is also the L.S.A.
Soccer Commissioner has 1,000 kids on approximately 78 teams. He
also inquired on the status of Ham Park. (Mr. Trejo stated that this
item is scheduled to go to Council in ApriU. Commissioner Wood also
announced that he serves as an unofficial MC at all ceremonies. He is
looking forward to the coming year.
• Commissioner Harper -Welcomes everyone aboard; she is looking
forward to working in the community with Commissioner Gutierrez
regarding shut-ins and the arts. She has her goals and objectives
ready to bring to the next meeting.
• Commissioner Gutierrez -She is concerned about youth playing in
the streets. Some kids live too far from Lynwood City Park to walk
there, so they play in the streets. She wanted to go into the
community to solicit donations to expedite the Ham Park
groundbreaking ceremony. We need to be proud of our city.
• Commissioner Salazar -Absent
• Commissioner Dove -Absent
XIU Adlournment:
The meeting was adjourned to the next regularly scheduled meeting to
be held at 5:00 p.m. on April 22, 2008 in the Lynwood City Hall Council
Chambers.
GATEMAN HALL COMMITMENT AND ATTENDANCE APRIL 2008
DATE NAME EVENT ROOM TIME KITCH. SEC. ATTEND FEE FEE-W swr+eo v~N
1-May Recreation Exercise 1 5p-7p no no 20 15
Recreation Yo a 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
Rota - Luncheon 1 t0a-2p es- no. 15 - 60
2-May LUSDILynwood High Cinco De Mayo Dance and 6p-10p no no 200 100
LA County Registrar Poll Worker Training 2 9a-9p no no 100 180
3-May Erika Islas Quince and 6p-12mid yes yes 400 1890
Recreation Exercise 1 930a-1030a no no 5 15
4-May Centro Familiar Church Service AUD 11A-2p no no 200 75
5-May LUSDILynwood High AP Testing and 7a-2p no no 87 140
Recreation Yoga 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
Recreation Exercise 1 5p-7p no no 20 15
Recreation Yoga 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
Homeinteriors workshop 1 10a-12p no no 20 30
6-May LUSDILynwood High AP Testing and 7a-2p no no 130 140
LUSDILynwood Hi h AP Testing 1 7a-2p no no 15 75
LUSDNista Cahsee 2 Sa-12p no no 50 60
Recreation Yoga 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
Recreation Exercise 1 5p-7p no no 20 15
Recreation Yoga 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
7-May LUSDIL nwood High AP Testin and 7a-2p no no 68 140
8-May Recreation Exercise 1 5p-7p no no 20 15
Recreation Yoga 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
EI Polio Loco Staff Meeting 2 7a-4p yes no 100 120
LUSDILynwood High AP Tesling and 7a-2p no no 91 140
Rota 1~ ~~ '. Luncheon, - ''1 t0a•2 ~ es nog ' .15 60
9-May Marlene Garcia Reception and 6p-12mid yes yes 400 725
LUSDILynwood High AP Testing 2 7a-2p no no 35 105
LUSD/L nwood High AP Testing 1 7a-2p no no 35 105
10-May Manuel Villegas Reception and 6p-12mid yes yes 400 1890
Xochilt Ayala Baptism 2 6p-12mid yes yes 120 435
Recreation Exercise 1 930a-1030a no no 5 15
11-May Centro Familiar Church Service AUD itA-2p no no 200 75
12-May LUSD/Lynwood High AP Testing AUD 7a-4p no no 50 225
Recreation Exercise 1 5p-7p no no 20 15
Recreation Yo a 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
Human Resources workshop 2 9a-12 no no 30 45
13-Ma Recreation Exercise 1 5p-7p no no 20 15
Recreation Yoga 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
LUSD Star Exams AUD 7a-3p no no 100 200
LUSD/Lynwood Hi h AP Testing 1 7a-4p no no 50 135
LUSD/Lynwood Hi h AP Testing 2 7a-4p no no 50 135
14-Ma LUSD Star Exams AUD 7a-3p no no 100 200
LUSDIL nwood High AP Testin 1 7a-2p no no 50 105
LUSD/L nwood High AP Testin 2 7a-2p no no 50 105
15-May EI Polio Loco workshop and 7a-3p es no 150 200
LUSD/Pathway Star Exams 2 Sa-12p no no 80 60
Rota ~ . ,~ Luncheon.. - E ~ 1 10a2- - ~ es, no~ 15 60
16-May Patric Patel Banquet and 6p-12mid yes yes 400 435
LUSDILynwood High AP Testin 2 7a-2p no no 35 105
17-May Maria Maldonado Reception and 6p-12mid yes yes 400 1890
Denise Villanueva Baptism 2 6p-12mid es yes 120 435
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GATEMAN HALL COMMITMENT AND ATTENDANCE APRIL 2008
DATE NAME EVENT ROOM TIME KITCH. SEC. ATTEND FEE FEE-W SIGNED VIN
Recreation Exercise 1 930a-1030a no no 5 15
18-May Kimberly Davis Reception AUD 6p-12mid es yes 400 725
19-May Recreation Yoga 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
Recreation Exercise 1 5p-7p no no 20 15
20-May Recreation Exercise 1 5p-7p no no 20 15
Recreation Yoga 1 630a-730a no no 4
LUSD/Lynwood Hi h Honor Societ Banquet and 6p-10p yes no 200 100
21-May EI Pollo Loco Staff Meeting and Sa-5p no no 200 225
Recreation Exercise 1 5p-7p no no 20 15
Latina Chamber Meeting 2 6p-9p no no 25 45
City Manager's Business Roundtable 1 730a-830a no no 40 15
Recreation Yoga 1 630a-730a no no 4
22-May Rota Luncheon 1 10a-2p es no 15
Recreation Exercise 1 5-7p no no 20
Recreation Yo a 1 630a-730a no no 4
LA County offce of Edu PROM 2 6p-11p es yes 100 150
LUSD/L nwood High Sports Banquet and 6p-10p yes no 200 100
23-Ma South Central LA Info Fair and 10a-2p yes yes Vaires 377
South Central LA Info Fair 1 10a-2p Vaires 100
LUSD/VJill Rogers 5th Grade Prom and 6p-9p yes no 200 75
24-Ma Juanita Lopez Quince and 6p-12mid yes yes 400 1890
Recreation Exercise 1 930a-1030a no no 5 15
25-May Ma ra Garcia Graduation Party 0 and 6p-12mid yes yes 400 725
26-Ma DARK HOLIDAY MEMORIAL DAY
27-May Recreation Yoga 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
Recreation Exercise 1 5p-7p no no 20 15
Neighborhood Watch Meeting 2 6p-9p no no 25 45
LUSD Gate Fair and 8a-3p no no Vaires 175
Recreation Yo a 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
28-May Recreation Yoga 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
Recreation Exercise 1 5p-7p no no 20 15
LUSD Gate Fair and 8a-3p no no Vaires 175
29-Ma Recreation Yo a 1 630a-730a no no 4 15
Recreation Exercise 1 5p-7p no no 20 15
LUSD Gate Fair and Sa-3p no no Vaires 175
Rota - Bunctieon 1 70a-2p es ~ no - 15
St Emydius Graduation Luncheon 2 12p-4p yes yes 120 377
30-Ma LUSD Gate Fair and Sa-3p no no Vaires 175
LA County Registrar Poll Worker Trainin 2 9a-9p no no 100 180
31-May Guillermo Avilez Quince and 6p-12mid yes yes 400 1890
Lois Thomas Retirement Party 2 6p-12mid yes es 120 435
'PENDING DATES 0
TOTAL ATTENDANCE 7665
INDICATES FEE-BASED
TOTAL FEE 15094
TOTAL FEE WAIVED 4375
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