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MINUTES OF THE ROSEMEAD PARKS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 5,2019
The regular meeting of the Rosemead Parks Commission was called to order by Chair Tocki at
6:59 p.m. in the Rosemead City Council Chamber located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard,
Rosemead, California.
PRESENT: Chair Tocki,Vice-Chair Ruvalcaba, Commissioners Lin and Morten
ABSENT: Commissioner Ly •
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Commissioner Morten
INVOCATION was led by Commissioner Lin
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE-None
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of minutes—June 6,2018
Chair Tocki motioned the approval of the meeting notes at 7:04 p.m.
ACTION: Moved by Vice-Chair Ruvalcaba and seconded by Commissioner
Morten to approved the Parks Commission Minutes of June 6,2018:Motion carried
by the following vote: AYES:Lin,Morten,Ruvalcaba and Tocki
3. MATTERS FROM STAFF
A. Vacant Property- Second Community Garden`
The first temporary community garden opened on January 19, 2019, with all 26
plots being reserved and waiting list established. Additional inquiries were
received for plots; however, residents lost interest once informed that plots were
full. A second community garden is being proposed with a potential location at
3212, 3220, 3224, 3232 Del Mar Avenue, North of Emerson Place. Director of
Parks and Recreation Boecking asked for feedback from the commission prior to
taking the matter to council in which he will request funds to build the garden.
Vice-Chair Ruvalcaba asked whether the funding for the first garden covered all
costs as well as the availability of existing reserves to cover the cost of
maintenance and repairs.
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking responded that money was set aside in
a capital improvement project specifically for the community garden of$25,000
and he would be confirming with the commission on whether all costs were
covered. Also, a request for funds was made to be allocated to the community
garden pending council's approval of the budget. This year's budget does not
include funding for maintenance and repairs of the garden, but has been proposed
for next year.
Commissioner Morten asked when the garden would be opening.
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking mentioned it would be tentative for
next year;however,would need to be approved by council before setting an actual
opening date.
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Chair Tocki inquired whether all four sites would be used.
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking stated all four sites would be needed
and would include more plots and parking.
Commissioner Morten asked if there was a water source at the location.
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking answered with a yes.
Commissioner Chen stated that his understanding of the current community
garden is that there is room to expand and asked if details could be shared
regarding the negotiations with the owners.
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking shared that the lease agreement on the
garden on Glendon Way is month to month. The proposed lease agreement with
the property on Del Mar would be for a year at$1.00 and thereafter on a monthly
basis. The owners do not want to develop at this time.
Chair Tocki asked cost wise, if there was an estimate for how much council would
be asked for.
Director of Parks and Recreation mentioned it would be for $40,000 and the
project would be double the size of the current garden.
B. Monthly Parks &Recreation Department Review
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking mentioned he would be giving a
monthly department update with highlights of events and programs.
The aquatics programs are booming. The Splash Zone will remain closed until the
summer. The Rosemead High School Swim team is using the Rosemead Aquatic
facility and will do so until the end of their season.The Aqua Fit classes have begun
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and will continue until May 3rd. The swim team has over 100 participants. There
were 7 participants in the CPR training course with all passing.
The senior programs are alsogoing well with the Sweethearts Jamboree being held
last month February 9d'with over 160 seniors in attendance.The activities included
bingo, lunch and dancing with special guest Senator Susan Rubio whom presented
awards. In February two movies were shown and seniors participated in arts and
crafts.
The youth basketball league kicked off in January with a total of 14 teams and 124
participants of boys and girls ages 6-14. Camp Rosemead concluded in January
with 22 participants and featured games,arts and crafts, sports,science experiments
and excursions. Two Spring break camps will take place on April 8-12 and 22-26.
The basketball clinic services youth ages 6-14 and introduces the fundamentals of
the sport. Youth ages 3-5 learn to playbasketball in the Start Smart program.
The Easter Eggstravaganza will be held on April 20th at Garvey Park. The Civic
Pride Day will be taking place on Saturday, May 4d`. The Parks Commission is
invited to attend and contact Natalie from the City Clerks division if they are
interested.
Vice-Chair Ruvalcaba asked whether flyers for programs and events were being
sent to the nearby schools.
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking stated that flyers have been sent out.
4. MATTERS FROM COMMISSION
A. Commission Comments
Chair Tocki asked if the commission could be given an update regarding the
Edison properties during the'next meeting. Chair Tocki clarified that he proposed
different properties for joint usage agreement and vacant land.
Vice-Chair Ruvalcaba commented that she has heard that people are sad about the
cancellation of the yard sale and asked about a reschedule date.
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking announced that it cannot be
rescheduled this year,but a rainout date will be planned for next year.
Vice-Chair Ruvalcaba inquired about an update on the dog park.
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking mentioned he did not have an update,
but will be bringing it for the next meeting.
Chair Tocki asked for an update regarding the grant for the dog park.
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Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking mentioned he would report on it for
the next meeting.
Commissioner Lin requested the status of the Farmers Market and whether the
location would be changing. He also mentioned that residents have brought up
concerns about public safety at the parks and requested to have someone from
public safety speak to the committee on addressing the issues.
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking mentioned that those inquiries can be
directed to him.
Commissioner Morten mentioned she has received many complaints regarding
Rosemead Parks' restrooms and would like to know if it is being dealt with.
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking stated improvements have been made.
The restrooms were painted and the doors and locks are being fixed.A proposal
has also been made for next year's budget.
Vice-Chair Ruvalcaba requested a reminder for the Civic Pride Day and the
Easter Eggstravaganza and offered help with a booth.
Commissioner Morten mentioned that the rules for the garden state that gardens
can only be watered three times a week,but will require more watering in the
summer and asked for a revision.
Commissioner Lin asked whether a class can be held providing gardening tips.
Commissioner Morten commented that there are master gardeners that will
conduct free classes and would be good to look into.
Deputy City Clerk Natalie Haworth announced that during Civic Pride Day,there
will be an educational portion with planting and learning.
5. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:29 p.m. The next Parks Commission meeting will be held on
Tuesday,April 2, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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Jennifer Pitnes a, LV imi ative Specialist
APPROVED:
William Tocki, Chair