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PARKS & RECREATION
COMMISSION
AGENDA
Thursday, May 25, 2023
6:30 PM
Diamond Bar City Hall – Windmill Community Room
21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
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Chair Andrew Wong
Vice-Chair Stephen Qiu
Commissioner Saman Mahmood
Commissioner Cynthia Quan
Commissioner Isaic Ramirez
Written materials distributed to the Parks and Recreation Commission within 72 hours of
the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting are available for public inspection
immediately upon distribution in the City Clerk's office at 21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar,
California, during normal business hours.
Copies of staff reports or other written documentation relating to agenda items are on file in
the Community Services Office, located at 21810 Copley Drive, and are available for public
inspection. If you have questions regarding an agenda item, please call 909.839.7070
during regular business hours.
In an effort to comply with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990, the City of Diamond Bar requires that any person in need of any type of special
equipment, assistance or accommodation(s) in order to communicate at a City public
meeting must inform the Parks and Recreation Department at 909.839.7070 a minimum of
72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
Please refrain from smoking, eating or
drinking in the Windmill Community Room
The City of Diamond Bar uses recycled
paper and encourages you to do the same
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING RULES
Welcome to the meeting of the Diamond Bar Parks and Recreation Commission. Meetings are
open to the public.
PUBLIC INPUT
Members of the public may address the Commission on any item of business on the agenda
during the time the item is taken up by the Commission. In addition, members of the public
may, during the Public Comment period, address the Commission on any item or any matter not
on the agenda and within the Commission’s subject matter jurisdiction. Persons wishing to
speak should submit a speaker slip to the meeting clerk. Any material to be submitted to the
Commission at the meeting should be submitted through the meeting clerk.
Speakers are limited to five minutes per agenda item, unless determined otherwise. The
Commissioners may adjust this time limit depending on the number of people wishing to speak,
the complexity of the matter, the length of the agenda, the hour and any other relevant
consideration. Speakers may address the Commission only once on an agenda item, except
during public hearings, when the applicant/appellant may be afforded a rebuttal.
Public comments must be directed to the Commission. Behavior that disrupts the orderly
conduct of the meeting may result in the speaker being removed from the Commission
chambers.
INFORMATION RELATING TO AGENDAS AND ACTIONS OF THE COMMISSION
Agendas for regular Commission meetings are available 72 hours prior to the meeting and are
posted in the City’s regular posting locations, and on the City’s website at
www.diamondbarca.gov. A full agenda packet is available for review during the meeting, in the
foyer. The Commission may take action on any item listed on the agenda.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THE DISABLED
A cordless microphone is available for those persons with mobility impairments who cannot
access the podium in order to make a public comment. Sign language interpretation is available
by providing the City Clerk three business days’ notice in advance of a meeting. Please
telephone (909) 839-7010 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:30
a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Fridays.
HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS
Copies of agendas, rules of the Commission, Cassette tapes of meetings: (909) 839-7070.
Computer access to agendas: www.diamondbarca.gov
General information: (909) 839-7070.
CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
AGENDA
Thursday, May 25, 2023
TELECONFERENCE/WINDMILL COMMUNITY ROOM
21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar
MISSION STATEMENT: The Mission of the Parks and Recreation Commission is to:
❑ Provide –
❑ Advice to the City Council.
❑ A quality parks system that is safe, properly maintained and equally
accessible to all residents of the City of Diamond Bar.
❑ Quality recreational programs for all ages.
❑ Have vision and flexibility to meet the ever-changing interests of our diverse,
multi-cultural community.
❑ Be open and actively responsive to input from individuals and community
organizations.
❑ Develop facilities that will accommodate the needs of our active and growing
community.
City of Diamond Bar Parks and Recreation Commission
Approved May 27, 1999
CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
ROLL CALL: Parks and Recreation Commissioners Mahmood,
Quan, Ramirez, Vice-Chair Qiu, and Chairman
Wong
MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE:
This time is reserved on each agenda to provide an opportunity for members of the
public to directly address the Commission on items or matters of interest to the public
that are not already scheduled for consideration on this agenda. Those who wish to
speak on Agenda Subjects or Matters from the Audience may complete voluntary
Speaker's Cards at the desk of the Commission Secretary. Speakers are limited to five
(5) minutes.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
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Saturday, June 3, 2023
HEALTHY DIAMOND BAR: SERVING UP
PICKLEBALL – 9:00am – Maple Hill
Pickleball Courts – 1355 Maple Hill Road –
Diamond Bar
Monday, June 5, 2023
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
SUMMER DAY CAMP BEGINS – 8:00am
– Heritage Park – 2900 S Brea Canyon
Road – Diamond Bar
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:30pm –
AQMD Main Auditorium – 21865 Copley
Drive – Diamond Bar
Wednesday, June 14, 2023 CONCERTS IN THE PARK & MOVIES
UNDER THE STARS – 6:30pm –
Summitridge Park – 1600 Grand Avenue –
Diamond Bar
Thursday, June 15, 2023 SENIOR PROM – 6:00pm – Diamond Bar
Center – 1600 Grand Avenue – Diamond
Bar
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Monday, July 3, 2023
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:30pm –
AQMD Main Auditorium – 21865 Copley
Drive – Diamond Bar
CONCERTS IN THE PARK & MOVIES
UNDER THE STARS – 6:30pm –
Summitridge Park– 1600 Grand Avenue –
Diamond Bar
CONCERTS IN THE PARK & MOVIES
UNDER THE STARS – 6:30pm –
Summitridge Park– 1600 Grand Avenue –
Diamond Bar
HOLLYWOOD BOWL COMMUNITY
EXCURSION – 5:00pm – Diamond Bar
Center – 1600 Grand Avenue – Diamond
Bar
PATRIOTIC CONCERTS IN THE PARK &
MOVIES UNDER THE STARS – 6:30pm –
Summitridge Park– 1600 Grand Avenue –
Diamond Bar
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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
Thursday, July 27, 2023
CONCERTS IN THE PARK & MOVIES
UNDER THE STARS – 6:30pm –
Summitridge Park– 1600 Grand Avenue –
Diamond Bar
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:30pm –
AQMD Main Auditorium – 21865 Copley
Drive – Diamond Bar
CONCERTS IN THE PARK & MOVIES
UNDER THE STARS – 6:30pm –
Summitridge Park– 1600 Grand Avenue –
Diamond Bar
LUAU DANCE – 5:00pm – Diamond Bar
Center– 1600 Grand Avenue – Diamond
Bar
Thursday, July 27, 2023 PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION MEETING – 6:30pm -
21810 Copley Drive – 1st floor – Windmill
Room – Diamond Bar
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
1.1. Minutes for Approval, and or File and Receive
2. INFORMATION ITEMS:
1. May Recreation Program Update
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
2. May Maintenance Report
Recommended Action: Receive and File
3. OLD BUSINESS: NONE
4. NEW BUSINESS: FISCAL YEAR 2023/2024 BUDGET UPDATE
5. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
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Commissioners may briefly respond to public comments, make announcements,
ask a question of staff, and make a brief report on their activities, request staff to
return with information at a future meeting or request that a matter of business be
placed on a future agenda.
6. ADJOURNMENT:
CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
MINUTES OF THE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
DIAMOND BAR CITY HALL WINDMILL ROOM
21810 COPLEY DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765
MARCH 23, 2023
CALL TO ORDER:
Vice Chair Wong called the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting to order at 6:31
p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Qiu led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL: Commissioners Saman Mahmood, Isaic Ramirez,
Stephen Qiu, Vice-Chair Andrew Wong
Absent: Commissioner Cynthia Quan
Staff present In-Person: Ryan Wright, Parks and Recreation Director; Christy
Murphey, Recreation Superintendent; Anthony Jordan, Maintenance Superintendent;
Evelin Chemali, Recreation Specialist; and Robin Crawford, Administrative Coordinator.
1. SELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
a. Selection of Chair:
Commissioner Qiu nominated Commissioner Wong to serve as Chair of the
Parks and Recreation Commission. Commissioner Ramirez seconded the
nomination. Commissioner Wong was elected to serve as Chair of the Parks
and Recreation Commission by the following Roll Call vote:
Ramirez Yes
Qiu Yes
Mahmood Yes
Wong Yes
Quan Absent
b. Selection of Vice Chair:
Commissioner Ramirez nominated Commissioner Qui to serve as Vice Chair of
the Parks and Recreation Commission. Chair/Wong seconded the nomination.
Commissioner Qui was elected to serve as Vice Chair of the Parks and
Recreation Commission by the following Roll Call vote:
Ramirez Yes
Qiu Yes
Mahmood Yes
Chair/Wong Yes
Quan Absent
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PUBLIC COMMENTS: None Offered
CALENDAR OF EVENTS: PRD/Wright presented the Calendar of Events.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
1.1 Approval of Minutes for the January 26, 2023 Regular Meeting:
VC/Qiu moved, C/Ramirez seconded to approve the Regular Meeting
Minutes of January 26, 2023. Motion carried by the following Roll Call
vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Mahmood, Ramirez, VC/Qiu
, Chair/Wong
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Quan
2. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
2.1 MARCH 2023 RECREATION PROGRAM UPDATE - RS/Murphey.
RS/Chemali reported on Senior Programming.
2.2 MARCH 2023 MAINTENANCE REPORT – MS/Jordan.
3. OLD BUSINESS: None
4. NEW BUSINESS:
4.1 CANYON LOOP TRAIL PROJECT UPDATE.
PRD/Wright provided the update explaining the improvements included in
the first phase of the project and the trail was open to the public on
February 7, 2023.
5. ANNOUNCEMENTS: None Offered.
ADJOURNMENT: With no one objecting and no further business before the Parks and
Recreation Commission, Chair/Wong adjourned the meeting at 6:54 p.m.to May 25,
2023.
The foregoing minutes are hereby approved this ____ day of , 2023.
Respectfully Submitted,
_
Ryan Wright, Secretary
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Attest:
Andrew Wong, Chairperson
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
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MEETING DATE:
May 25, 2023
TO:
Honorable Chairman and Members of the Parks
and Recreation Commission
FROM: Christy Murphey, Recreation Superintendent
SUBJECT: May Recreation Program Update
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.
Special Events
Windmill Hunt
April marked 34 years of cityhood for Diamond Bar. The City celebrated with a fun
month-long scavenger hunt that the whole family could participate in! Windmill Hunt
signs were placed at various city parks, trails, and facilities. In addition, an instructional
sheet on how to join in on the hunt was posted on the City website. The hunt was open
to only Diamond Bar residents. While there was no cost, registration was required to
receive a Birthday Party bag filled with commemorative Birthday Party swag. A total of
148 residents signed up for the hunt and received bags. In addition, new this year was a
special activity for residents 12 and under. The Birthday logo was turned into a coloring
sheet and participants could color and return for a special prize. Over 25 coloring pages
were received.
Breakfast with the Bunny
The City celebrated the arrival of spring with the Breakfast with the Bunny event. The
Diamond Bar Center was packed with excitement, with over 150 attendees participating
in the event on Saturday, April 1. This festive event moved back indoors, and provided a
fun opportunity for families to enjoy breakfast, Easter-themed activities, games, music
and a photo with the Bunny. Lastly, volunteers from the Diamond Bar Community Leos
Club, DB 4Youth, and the Miss Diamond Bar Pageant assisted during the event by
helping attendees to their seats, distributing breakfast, and working games and crafts.
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Community Recreation Guide
Winter/Spring Recreation Guide
The guide was delivered to homes early-December. The guide covered recreation
programming from January through mid-May.
Summer Recreation Guide
The guide was delivered to homes in early-April. The guide covers recreation
programming mid-May through August.
Recreation Classes
Recreation Classes
After the much-needed rain cleared up, outdoor classes were able to return in the
months of March and April, along with a variety of popular Spring classes. There were
144 class sections offered through the months of March and April with 598 participants
enrolled.
Outdoor classes that enjoyed the Spring weather included sports classes such as
basketball, tennis, Sportball multi-sport classes, and soccer. Those classes alone had
288 participants, bringing in over 1/3 of the overall enrollment. With warmer weather
approaching, staff anticipate even more growth in outdoor class participation.
Senior Programs
Senior Clubs
All Senior Clubs are in full swing, including indoor club activities at the Diamond Bar
Center, Heritage Park Community Center and Pantera Park Activity Room.
• Evergreen Senior Club meets at the Diamond Bar Center Monday thru Friday.
Activities include karaoke, mahjong, gardening and more. They also host
quarterly events to showcase their ballroom dance, calligraphy, and Chinese Folk
Dance classes.
• Diamond Age Seniors have returned to their regularly scheduled programming at
Heritage Park. The club meets on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Activities include
mahjong, karaoke, and dance.
• Diamond Bar Senior Citizens Club meets at the Diamond Bar Center on
Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Activities include luncheons, day and extended trips, and
bingo.
• Sunshine Seniors meet at the Diamond Bar Center on Sundays. Activities
include yoga, Zumba, and private evening events. On March 26 they hosted a
musical event in the Pine Room from 5 p.m.-8 p.m., with performances by club
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members. They met again on April 16 from 6 p.m.-9 p.m., utilizing the Oak and
Pine Rooms for a similar event for their club members. They typically meet once
a month and host special events that include music, dancing, and dinner.
• Super Diamond Age meets at Heritage on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m.-9
p.m. Activities include folk dancing, tai-chi, karaoke, and more.
• Federation of Hindus Association meets at the Diamond Bar Center on the fourth
Saturday of the month from 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Activities include music, dance, and
dinner.
• Photo Club members meet to share and learn by exchanging photo tips and
attend photo excursions. Meetings take place 7 p.m.-9 p.m. every second
Wednesday of the month at the Diamond Bar Center.
Mt. San Antonio College
The Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities Department at Mt. SAC offer instructor
lead courses at the Diamond Bar Center. Mt. SAC keeps active adults busy by providing
classes during the Winter and Spring sessions.
Senior Talks
There were five different Senior Talk topics offered throughout the months of March and
April. Attendance for all five talks totaled 28 participants. Topics provided include the
following;
March 27 – Turning 65
C&C Family Insurance Services presented on health coverage options for those
approaching Medicare eligibility.
March 21 – Social Security
Blunt Wealth Services helped educate participants about Social Security retirement
income strategies. Discussion included an overview of Social Security rules and
restrictions, spousal and survivor benefits, and claiming age decisions.
March 28 – Managing your Stress
A LA Department of Mental Health representative discussed ways to stay emotionally
and physically fit. Discussions included calming techniques and ways to contact a
therapist for those living in the LA County area.
April 4 – Wills and Trusts
Charlotte Meryl of United California Estate, shared the importance of good estate
planning for the future through securing a trust and will.
April 18 – Medical and Long-Term Care
Charlotte Meryl of United California Estate returned to discuss the need to plan ahead
for medical and long-term care as you age, to protect your estate.
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Excursions
On April 16, a group of 39 seniors joined in on a docent-led tour of the Cheech Marin
Center for Chicano Art & Culture in Riverside. Participants learned about the artwork
that is part of Cheech Marin’s collection as well as the Chicano movement and art that
inspired a new generation of artists. Following the tour, they participated in a small art
project lead by one of the museum’s instructors. The afternoon was left to exploring
Downtown Riverside on their own. With the Mission Inn and other historical landmarks
in the area, it made for a great chance to check out the rich history of Riverside, while
grabbing a bite to eat at one of the local restaurants, stroll the shops, or take in other
local artistry along Main Street.
Senior Dances – March & April
The St. Patrick’s Day Dance on March 15 included 110 people. The event included
dinner, dancing and raffles prizes! Cutting Edge Catering made their debut to the
seniors, serving corned beef, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad, roles, and cookies for
dessert. Staff, volunteers, and volunteens assisted with decorations and entertainment
throughout the night. Centerpieces included pots of gold and holiday-themed hats that
were a huge hit!
A Great Gatsby-themed dance was held April 6, with an attendance of 50 people. The
date coincided with Holy Week so there was a decline in attendance. However, it didn’t
stop the 50 in attendance from having a roaring good time. They danced the night away
with entertainment provided by DJ Guy, who has been the resident DJ since July 2022.
He’s gotten to know the participants more each dance and plays all their favorite tunes.
For dinner, Tiscareno’s Catering served tri-tip, mashed potatoes, salad and dinner rolls,
with brownie bite delights for dessert.
Wednesday Walkers – March & April
There was a total of 28 participants signed up for March Walkers. Participants met at
Peterson Park each week for an hour, starting with morning stretches lead by City staff,
continued with a brisk walk around the park.
April Wednesday Walker attendance grew to 31 participants and met at Heritage Park.
Optum Health Insurance invited one of their health coaches to the last April Wednesday
Walkers meeting. Oscar went over different breathing and relaxation methods to with
the group of active adults. The month of April is Stress Awareness month so it was a
great opportunity for the group to learn more about different techniques to decompress
from their day.
Facility Reservations
Diamond Bar Center Rentals
With spring comes spring cleaning. The Diamond Bar Center was closed to programs
and rentals for one week in March and one week in April for some spring cleaning of its
own. March 6 through March 11 consisted of restoration of the Grand View Ballroom
hallway and some small areas of the Ballroom floors and walls, as a result of water
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damage/flooding that occurred earlier in the year. The facility underwent some further
well-deserved maintenance during a planned spring maintenance week April 9 through
April 14. Maintenance included carpet cleaning, partition wall cleaning, wall patch and
paint, chair cleaning and more! Despite the number of blocked rental dates per these
maintenance weeks, there was a steady number of events hosted at the Diamond Bar
Center. March and April rentals included the annual Breakfast with the Bunny
celebration and a total of forty-two(42) private facility rentals. Events held at the Center
included eight weddings, eight birthdays, eight meetings, four school dances, four
memorials, three baby showers, two conferences, three banquets, and two
musical/theater events. Gross revenue for both months totaled $114,804.40.
Heritage and Pantera Park Rentals
In the months of March and April there were four rentals of the Pantera Activity Room
that resulted in $1,235.65 in gross revenue. The Heritage Community Center also had
ten rentals over the months of March and April which brought in $4,763.13 gross
revenue.
Picnic Rentals
Over the months of March and April, there were a collective total of 35 reservations
throughout City Parks. The revenue for these two months resulted in $2,544.01 gross
revenue.
Healthy Diamond Bar
Yappy Hour
In April, Healthy DB had a wagging good time at the Pantera Park dog park. Around 50
dogs and their owners joined the fun with music, toys, and an obstacle course for the
pups. Participants enjoyed “mocktails”, light snacks, raffle prizes, and of course
“puppachinos” for their furry friends.
Youth Programs
Kinder Skills – Winter Session 2
Winter Session 2 began February 27 and ran through March 31. There were 17
participants enrolled in the two-day class and 20 participants enrolled in the three-day
class. The theme was ‘All Around the World’, and participants received a chance to
learn about different countries and continents through crafts and activities. In addition,
children practiced their writing skills, alphabet, shapes, and colors. The highlight of the
session was when participants had the opportunity to create their own paper lantern and
even hit a pinata filled with goodies. Both activities were featured while learning about
China and Mexico.
The next session for Kinder Skills – Spring Session 1 is currently in session with run
dates from April 10 through May 19. There are 37 participants enrolled in the program.
DB 4Youth - March
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14 members attended the monthly meeting on March 28 at the Diamond Bar Center. At
the meeting members participated in a dialogue ice breaker activity to start the meeting.
The teens also participated in a “How to Write a Resume” exercise and presentation.
This was highly requested due to graduation approaching. Also, this month, members
were given the opportunity to tour the Inland Valley Humane Society and discuss future
volunteer opportunities.
DB 4Youth - April
20 members were in attendance for the monthly meeting held on April 25. This month’s
meeting focused on activities for the Healthy Diamond Bar Teen Challenge the group
will be hosting on Saturday, May 13. Ideas included, various relay races, lawn games
such as giant Jenga, connect four and cornhole. Also, a make your own granola station
idea was idea was presented. This month members also recapped volunteering at
Breakfast with the Bunny and discussed additional volunteer opportunities.
Youth and Adult Sports
Adult Volleyball – March & April
The Winter/Spring session of Adult Volleyball started on January 23 at Chaparral Middle
School. Adult Volleyball remains to be a popular program with 20 participants enrolled in
the session. Participants drop-in on Monday nights from 7p-9p. This session has
participants ranging from 22 to 73 years of age. The session concluded on March 20.
Field Allocation – March & April
In late February, allocation applications for user groups were sent out for the new
allocation period, May-August with an application deadline of March 17. Seven
qualifying user groups submitted an application for allocation. The user groups include
AYSO Soccer, Diamond Bar Girls Softball, Pony Baseball, MVP Flag Football, Diamond
Bar Soccer League, FC Hanaro (adult Soccer) and new Diamond Bar Blues (adult
cricket).
On Thursday, April 13 user groups attended the allocation meeting via Zoom. At the
meeting updated information was provided including: field renovations, tournament
request dates, light box key information and the new allocation for the months of May
through August. Lastly, the Lorbeer football field has been scheduled to close for annual
renovation June 5 through July 28 and Pantera Parks fields have been scheduled for
annual renovation June 19 through August 11.
Senior Softball - April
Senior Softball had their opening day on April 6 at Pantera Park. Diamond Bar’s three
teams participate in the Inter-City Senior Co-ed Softball League which is made up of
men and women ages 50+. The league includes teams from Arcadia/Pasadena,
Commerce, El Monte, Duarte, and Whittier. The playing season runs from March
through September with games on Thursdays starting at 9 a.m. or 10:15 a.m. at
Pantera or Peterson Park. There are currently 51 participants registered across the
three Diamond Bar teams: Diamond Bar Classics, Diamonds, and Rascals.
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Youth Indoor Soccer – March & April
Youth Soccer is an eight-week program that offers children ages 3-8 an opportunity to
play in a fun, fast-paced sport in an instructional and recreational atmosphere. This
program is perfect for beginners and youth players. Games are played in the Mt.
Calvary Lutheran School gymnasium on Saturdays between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Skills day was held on Saturday, March 18 at Mt. Calvary Lutheran School. Over 60
participants were evaluated during the day. Each participant was put through a series of
drills such as passing, dribbling, kicking, and running. The purpose of skills day is to
evaluate each participant which will help make the teams equally competitive and
balanced.
On April 1, the first games took place with 70 participants enrolled in the program. Both
the 5-6-year-old and the 7-8-year-old division are the largest with four teams each. Each
week participants continue to improve their soccer skills and have fun learning. The
program concludes on May 20.
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA ITEM NUMBER:
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MEETING DATE:
May 25, 2023
TO:
Honorable Chairman and Members of the Parks
and Recreation Commission
FROM: Anthony Jordan, Parks & Maintenance
Superintendent
SUBJECT: May Maintenance Report
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and File
During the previous months, the Public Works Maintenance staff has been working on
various tasks throughout the City. The following is a brief recap of key maintenance
items completed.
Diamond Bar Center
• Replaced 1 Ballast and 2 lamps in GVBR sconce lights.
• Installed 3 new automatic soap dispensers in the facility.
• Replaced 3 carpet tiles.
• Performed site walk/inspection with janitorial contractor.
• Repaired leaking kitchen sink.
• Replaced malfunctioning electrical outlets in GVBR.
• Repaired damaged bollard in motor court.
• Repaired malfunctioning ADA door opener for lower men’s restroom.
• Rebuilt and installed parking lot directional sign.
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• Performed weekly test on wheelchair lift.
• Performed monthly emergency generator test and regularly scheduled
maintenance.
• Performed monthly exterior lighting maintenance.
Diamond Canyon Park
• Removed swing due to damaged clevis. Parts on order.
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
Grandview Trail
Heritage Park
• Installed new coffee maker.
• Installed new hot water heater.
• Repaired faucet in men’s restroom.
• Replaced strainer on drinking fountain.
• Re-lamped main activity room fixtures.
• Cleared exterior drinking fountain drain clog.
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
• Performed monthly exterior lighting maintenance.
Larkstone Park
• Installed new hand dryer in women’s restroom.
• Repaired drinking fountain in the upper park.
• Repaired toilet in men’s restroom and installed new seat.
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
Longview North Park
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
Longview South Park
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• Performed Park/playground inspections.
Lorbeer Middle School
• Installed new photocell for field security lights.
Maple Hill Park
• Installed 2 new pickleball nets.
• Removed debris from the handicap stalls.
• Unclogged men’s restroom sink.
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
• Performed monthly exterior lighting maintenance.
Pantera Park
• Installed new pitcher’s mound on softball field.
• Repainted partition door in men’s restroom.
• Cleared toilet clog in women’s ADA toilet and installed new flushometer.
• Repaired holes in batting cage safety nets and reinstalled safety pads.
• Reset sign post on hiking trail.
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
• Performed monthly exterior lighting maintenance.
Paul C. Grow
• Repaired drain line in parking lot drinking fountain.
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
• Performed monthly exterior lighting maintenance.
Peterson Park
• Repaired lighting control box near women’s restroom.
• Installed 2 new pitcher’s mounds on the softball fields.
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• Cleared clogged toilet in men’s restroom and installed new flushometer.
• Performed sidewalk grinding on perimeter sidewalks.
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
• Performed monthly exterior lighting maintenance.
Ronald Reagan Park
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
• Performed monthly exterior lighting maintenance.
Silvertip Park
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
Stardust Mini-Park
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
Starshine Park
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
• Performed monthly exterior lighting maintenance.
Summitridge Park
• Performed Park inspections.
Sycamore Canyon Park
• Cleared toilet clog in women’s ADA toilet.
• Cleared clogged drinking fountain drain line.
• Re-lamped fixtures in the men’s restroom.
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
• Performed monthly exterior lighting maintenance.
Washington Park
• Cleared clogged drinking fountain drain line.
• Performed Park/playground inspections.
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• Performed monthly exterior lighting maintenance.
City Hall/Library
• Unclogged City Hall lobby drinking fountain.
• Painted ceiling in City Hall copy room.
• Repaired leak in men’s room urinal.
• Cleared clogged sink in library break room.
• Re-lamped library staff restroom.
• Cleared clog in janitorial floor sink.
• Cleaned monument sign and bollards. Sprayed for spiders and insects.
• Performed monthly emergency generator test and regularly scheduled
maintenance.
• Performed monthly carpet cleaning in City Hall and Library spaces (GJS).
• Performed monthly exterior lighting maintenance.
• Performed quarterly upholstery cleaning (GJS).
Citywide
• Set up for HHW event closure on Bridgegate.
• Replace 5 no parking signs along Fallowfield.
• Replaced road narrows sign at Golden Springs and Adel.
• Repaired numerous pot holes throughout the city after rain events.
• Installed new post and K marker on Brea Canyon and Fountain Springs.
• Set up temporary stop barricades at Pathfinder and Evergreen Springs due to
signal outage.
• Assisted with the installation of K rails at Golden Springs and Sylvan Glen due to
mud slide.
• Repainted red curbs on Golden Springs between Sylvan Glen and Temple.
• Rototill playground sand, clean barbeque pits, clean gazebos and prep softball
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fields as needed (PWL).
• Clean v-ditches at all City parks as needed.
• Washed, fueled and serviced City vehicles.
• Inspected fire extinguishers and first aid kits at all City facilities.
• Re-stocked pet bags throughout the city. Serviced trash cans at trailheads.
• Performed monthly exterior lighting maintenance along Brea Canyon Rd.
walkway.
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