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01/28/2016 PRC Agenda - Regular Meeting
Parks & Recreation Commission AGENDA Thursday, January 28, 2016 7:00 p.m. THE WINDMILL ROOM at DIAMOND BAR CITY HALL — 1St FLOOR 21810 Copley Drive Diamond Bar, California Chairperson Kim Hsieh Vice -Chair Lew Herndon Commissioner Dave Grundy Commissioner Benny Liang Commissioner Ted Owens Written materials distributed to the Parks and Recreation Commission within 72 hours of the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting are available forpublic 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 909.839.7060 during regular business hours. In an effort to comply with the requirements of Title 11 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the City of Diamond Barrequires that any person in need of any type of special equipment, assistance or accommodation(s) in order to communicate ata Citypublic meeting mustinform the Community Services Department at 909.839.7060 a minimum of 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting. Please refrain from smoking, eating or drinking The City of Diamond Bar uses recycled paper in the Windmill Room. and encourages you to do the same. City of Diamond Bar PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING RULES PUBLIC INPUT The meetings of the Diamond Bar Parks and Recreation Commission are open to the public. A member of the public may address the Commission on the subject of one or more agenda items and/or other items of which are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Diamond Bar Parks and Recreation Commission. A request to address the Commission should be submitted in writing to the Secretary of the Commission. As a general rule the opportunity for public comments will take place at the discretion of the Chair. However, in order to facilitate the meeting, persons who are interested parties for an item may be requested to give their presentation at the time the item is called on the calendar. The Chair may limit the public input on any item or the total amount of time allocated for public testimony based on the number of people requesting to speak and the business of the Commission. Individuals are requested to conduct themselves in a professional and businesslike manner. Comments and questions are welcome so that all points of view are considered prior to the Commission making recommendations to the staff and City Council. In accordance with Government Code Section 54954.3(a) the Chair may from time to time dispense with public comment on items previously considered by the Commission. (Does not apply to Committee meetings.) In accordance with State Law (Brown Act), all matters to be acted on by the Commission must be posted at least 72 hours prior to the Commission meeting. In case of emergency or when a subject matter arises subsequent to the posting of the agenda, upon making certain findings, the Commission may act on an item that is not on the posted agenda. INFORMATION RELATING TO AGENDAS AND ACTIONS OF THE COMMISSION Agendas for Diamond Bar Parks and Recreation Commission meetings are prepared by the Community Services Department and are available 72 hours prior to the meeting. Agendas are available electronically and may be accessed by a personal computer through a phone modem. Every meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission is recorded on cassette tapes and duplicate tapes are available for a nominal charge. ADA REQUIREMENTS A cordless microphone is available for those persons with mobility impairments who cannot access the public speaking area. The service of the cordless microphone and sign language interpreter services are available by giving notice at least three business days in advance of the meeting. Please telephone (909) 839-7060 between 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday. HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS Copies of Agenda, Rules of the Commission, Recordings of Meetings (909) 839-7060 General Information (909) 839-7060 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2016 — 7:00 PM THE WINDMILL ROOM at Diamond Bar City Hall —1St Floor 21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar MISSION STATEMENT: The Mission of the Parks and Recreation Commission is to: ❑ Provide — Li 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: 7:00 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: ROLL CALL: PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSIONERS GRUNDY, HERNDON, HSIEH, VICE-CHAIRMAN LIANG, AND CHAIRMAN OWENS 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. January 28, 2016 CALENDAR OF EVENTS: PAGE 2 PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION Tuesday, February 2 — City Council Meeting - 6:30pm - AQMD Main Auditorium 21865 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar Wednesday, February 3 — Senior Excurstion — "O' Canada" at Camelot Theater — Level 1 — 10:OOam — 5:30pm — Departs DBC @ 5:30pm Monday, February 15 — CITY OFFICES CLOSED — In observance of Presidents' Day Tuesday, February 16 — City Council Meeting - 6:30pm - AQMD Main Auditorium 21865 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar Sunday, February 21 — Bridal Show —11:OOam — 3:OOpm — Diamond Bar Center - 1600 Grand Avenue, Diamond Bar Tuesday, February 23 — DB4Youth and DB4Youth "In Action" Meeting - 6:OOpm The Diamond Bar Center, 1600 Grand Avenue, Diamond Bar Thursday, February 25 — Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting - 7:OOpm The Windmill Room, 15t Floor, 21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar 1. CONSENT CALENDAR 1.1 Approval of Minutes for October 22, 2015 Regular Meeting 1.2 Approval of Minutes for November 19, 2015 Regular Meeting 2. INFORMATION ITEMS 2.1 Recreation Program Update — Christy Murphey, Recreation Superintendent 1. Power Point Presentation 2.2 Parks Report — Anthony Jordan, Parks & Maintenance Superintendent 1. Power Point Presentation 2.3 CIP Projects — Bob Rose, Community Services Director 1. Diamond Canyon Park Construction 2. Design of Heritage Park Community Center Improvements 3. Pantera Park Trail & Steep Canyon Trail 4. Design of Longview Park South & Star Dust Park 5. Longview Park North 6. Larkstone Park Design 7. Peterson Park Rubber Surfacing & Playground Equipment Replacement 8. Heritage Park Rubber Surfacing Replacement January 28, 2016 PAGE 3 PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION 2.4 List of pending Commission requests — Bob Rose 3. OLD BUSINESS — None 4. NEW BUSINESS — None 5. ANNOUNCEMENTS — 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 - THE WINDMILL ROOM 21810 COPLEY DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 OCTOBER 22, 2015 CALL TO ORDER: Chairwoman Hsieh called the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. in the City Hall Windmill Room, 21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Owens led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners Dave Grundy, Ted Owens, and Chairwoman Kim Hsieh Absent: Commissioner Benny Liang and Vice Chairman Lew Herndon were excused. Staff Present: Bob Rose, Community Services Director; Anthony Jordan, Parks and Maintenance Superintendent; Christy Murphey, Recreation Superintendent; Mickey McKitrick, Recreation Specialist, and Debbie Gonzales, Administrative Coordinator MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE: None CALENDAR OF EVENTS: As presented by CSD/Rose 1. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1.1 Approval of Minutes for the August 27, 2015 regular meeting - as presented. C/Owens moved, C/Grundy seconded, to approve the meeting minutes of August 27, 2015 as presented. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Grundy, Owens NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: Chair/Hsieh ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Liang, VC/Herndon 2. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 2.1 Recreation Program Update — RS/Murphey 2.1.1 Power Point Presentation on Youth Baseball Picnic and Field Attendant Duties — RS/McKitrick OCTOBER 22, 2015 PAGE 2 P&R COMMISSION C/Owens asked how responsible the user groups are in picking up after themselves and RS/McKitrick responded that it depends on the size of the user group. Smaller groups respond to staff and the bigger the group the slower they can be to respond. It also depends on who heads the organization. One of the bigger groups that had a change in leadership has improved. C/Owens asked how responsive the school district had been to provide seating in the gymnasium. RS/McKitrick said he called last week and asked for the chairs to be put out or for the bleachers to be opened on that side and he was told it would be done and unfortunately, it did not happen. He asked them to go to Lorbeer and take pictures of the chairs teams were sitting on so that they could see the difference between the two gyms. He asked for 10 chairs on both sides which to him was not an unreasonable request and hoped the chairs would be put out this week. C/Owens asked if people who attended had places to sit and RS/McKitrick said there are not very many spectators at the games. Typically, bleachers are open on the fan side of the court. Chair/Hsieh asked if the parking issue had been ongoing for some time and RS/McKitrick responded "yes." Summitridge in particular is not routinely allocated because of the parking issues. The problem is with people parking on both sides of the roadway and blocking access to and from the Diamond Bar Center. Peterson is not typically an issue but has been during construction. C/Owens asked if there had been any squabbles among the people who have been parking there. RS/McKitrick said that people are concerned about kids having to walk to the parking lot to their parent's cars and are upset when people pull into the parking lot and drive carelessly. RS/McKitrick said that since the parking lot signage installation the traffic officers have been responsive to the parking situation. C/Grundy asked if staff had attempted to contact skate park users about the trash. RS/McKitrick said that staff is not aware who is using the skate park on any given day. However, one of the park patrons is well known to a city employee and sometimes staff is given advance notice about a planned event which allows staff to respond. RS/McKitrick explained to Chair/Hsieh that there are no reservations required for use of the skate park. RS/Murphey stated that one group contacted the city about filming at the skate park and were provided information about the insurance requirements, deposit and expectations. Chair/Hsieh said that because the city OCTOBER 22, 2015 PAGE 3 P&R COMMISSION was providing free use of the park it was unacceptable for individuals and groups to trash the park so all groups should be required to contact the city and clean up after using the park. She suggested that notices be sent to the individuals who are running these group activities that the city will make it more restrictive for use if the groups cannot be self -policing. C/Owens asked if the screens for the batting cages belonged to the city or the user groups and RS/McKitrick responded that they are owned by the city. They are chained down and can be flipped to accommodate right and left-handed hitters but they cannot be removed. 2.2 Parks Report — PMS/Jordan C/Hsieh asked if the shrubs could be trimmed back from the sidewalk at Pantera Park. PMS/Jordan explained that the shrubs are trimmed to the back of the sidewalk which does not leave much room for them to grow. The shrubs are mature and woody and if they are cut back too much they will look bare. C/Grundy asked if there had been any vandalism or theft of copper recently and PMS/Jordan responded "no." 2.2.1 PowerPoint Presentation on Diamond Canyon Park— CSD/Rose Chair/Hsieh asked if the city would be planting more drought - tolerant plants and CSD/Rose responded yes. In fact, the medians along Diamond Bar Boulevard have been sprayed and the turf is being removed and the area will be refilled with mulch and drought - tolerant plantings. Also, there are areas of "gratuitous" turf in parks and at City Hall that will be replaced in a similar manner. Obviously, the urgency of these upgrades will depend on the winter rains. Ultimately, the effort is to move municipalities to a much more drought -tolerant landscape and/or more use of recycled water. 2.3 CIP Projects — CSD/Rose A. Steep Canyon Trail Connector and Pantera Park Trail — Plans have gone through the first round of plan check and revisions are being made by the landscape architect for the second round of plan check. Once plans are approved the project will go out to bid. B. Diamond Canyon Park Design — as reported under 2.1.1 PowerPoint presentation. OCTOBER 22, 2015 PAGE 4 P&R COMMISSION C. Design of Heritage Park Improvements — The consultant team has developed the concept plan for all of the park improvements which has been presented to the City Manager's office for consideration. Until the concept plan is approved construction documents will not be developed. D. Design of Longview Park South and Stardust Park Improvements — Play equipment at both locations has been removed. The design was presented to the City Manager's office and Architerra Design Group has been asked to do some revisions to the design for which Architerra Design Group submitted a proposal which will be presented to the City Council for consideration. E. Rubber Resurfacing at Peterson Park and Heritage Park — The City Council awarded a contract to remove and replace the rubber surfacing at both parks. The rubber surfacing has been removed at Peterson Park. However, when the surfacing was removed it revealed that the support posts to the play equipment were rusted through. Staff halted the replacement and the City has received three bids for replacement of the play equipment. Funds will need to be appropriated by the City Council for the project to move forward since there are no funds budgeted for replacement of the play equipment at this time. Rubber surfacing for Heritage Park is on backorder and the earliest the work will be completed will be the end of November. The tot lot remains open. F. Installation of Swings at Longview Park North — The survey work was completed and the installation will include a two -bay swing set for ages 2-12 and replacement of the accessible walkway from Longview Drive to the tot lot. The rubber surfacing at the play equipment was completed. G. Larkstone Park Design and Construction — As previously reported, Lewis Homes recently sold its interest in the housing project to Lennar Homes and the park will be built as part of the housing development similar to the construction of the Diamond Canyon Park as part of the Willow Heights project. Park plans are currently undergoing the first round of plan check which should be completed next week. The timeframe for construction of the park and the homes is yet to be determined. However, it appears that Lennar is anxious to begin both projects. Chair/Hsieh asked about the city's plans for addressing possible landslide issues in light of the impending EI Nino. CSD/Rose explained that the Emergency Operations Team continues to meet on a regular basis to identify areas of concern in the city and make sure that storm drains and OCTOBER 22, 2015 PAGE 5 P&R COMMISSION V -ditches are clear, make sure that residents are aware that drains around their homes need to be kept clear to prevent landslides and erosion. Drains on private property are the responsibility of the property owner. Staff is sending out information communitywide, information is being publicized in newsletters and in some cases, staff members are going door to door in areas of concern to remind people they need to be prepared. Staff is staging and deploying materials (erosion control devices) in areas of concern to channel water away from slopes. Sandbags will be deployed in many areas where the city has responsibility and sand and sandbags are available at all three fire stations free of charge to the public. Staff is employing equipment to other locations from the storage unit at the back of Sycamore Canyon Park which is inaccessible during rainstorms when the creek overflows. In fact, LA County and all cities in southern California are going through the same exercise and preparation for what has been described as the biggest ever EI Nino event and the forecast is for heavy rain during January, February and March. CSD/Rose responded to C/Owens that Public Works and Community Development are working with the City of Industry to put together an erosion control plan. During the July rain significant mud flowed down through the condominium complex on Washington down to Lycoming so City of Industry is planning a significant amount of erosion control material for that area. C/Grundy asked about Sunset Crossing/Minnequa. CSD/Rose said that area was repaired and where staff is able to do so the drainage areas will be kept free of debris. In areas away from staff's view the property owners will be advised to make sure their areas are kept free of debris. C/Grundy asked if there was anything the city could do this time to avoid being caught up in landslide lawsuits. CSD/Rose said the reason the city was involved in a lawsuit was because the City Council decided the city would help repair the hill which was privately owned and when it slid again it suddenly became the city's fault. Remediation was done during that time. 2.4 List of pending Commission requests — CSD/Rose 3. OLD BUSINESS: None 4. NEW BUSINESS: None 5. ANNOUNCEMENTS: C/Grundy said he refereed at Lorbeer Middle School a couple of weeks ago. In spite of the heavy use he was impressed that the field was holding up pretty well and had really good coverage. OCTOBER 22, 2015 PAGE 6 P&R COMMISSION Chair/Hsieh thanked staff for their hard work and the reports. She asked how many kids attended the baseball party and RS/McKitrick said that all of the teams were present this year. Within each team there were some who were not present. There were at least 400-500 people during the day. ADJOURNMENT: C/Grundy moved, C/Owens seconded to adjourn the meeting. With no one objecting and no further business before the Parks and Recreation Commission, Chair/Hsieh adjourned the meeting at 8:22 p.m. The foregoing minutes are hereby approved this day of 2015. Respectfully Submitted, BOB ROSE, SECRETARY Attest: KIM HSIEH, CHAIRWOMAN CITY OF DIAMOND BAR MINUTES OF THE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION DIAMOND BAR CITY HALL - THE WINDMILL ROOM 21810 COPLEY DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CA 91765 NOVEMBER 19, 2015 CALL TO ORDER: Vice -Chair Herndon called the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. in the City Hall Windmill Room, 21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Grundy led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners Dave Grundy, Benny Liang, Ted Owens, and Vice Chairman Lew Herndon Absent: Chairwoman Kim Hsieh was excused. Staff Present: Bob Rose, Community Services Director; Anthony Jordan, Parks and Maintenance Superintendent; Christy Murphey, Recreation Superintendent; Alison Meyers, Community Services Coordinator, and Debbie Gonzales, Administrative Coordinator MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCE: Jack Tanaka thanked Parks and Recreation Commissioners and staff for their hard work on behalf of the community. He thanked Ted Owens for his diligent work over the past 10 years as his appointee to the Commission. CALENDAR OF EVENTS: As presented by CSD/Rose 1. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1.1 Approval of Minutes for the October 22, 2015 regular meeting — Minutes will be taken to the January 28, 2016 meeting for approval due to lack of quorum. 2. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS: 2.1 Recreation Program Update — RS/Murphey C/Owens asked if the number of girls enrolled in youth basketballhad increased and RS/Murphey said that she believed the number had increased slightly because overall enrollment has increased. She said she would follow up regarding exact numbers. NOVEMBER 19, 2015 PAGE 2 P&R COMMISSION 2.1.1 PowerPoint Presentation on Youth Programs— CSC/Meyers VC/Herndon thanked CSC/Meyers for the work she does for the youth. He asked the limit on the number of youths that can be at the day camp and CSC/Meyers responded that it is limited to 100 because of the busing and limited space. 2.2 Parks Report — PMS/Jordan C/Owens asked if many cities were trying the fertigation system and PMS/Jordan responded that according to the vendor there are several cities that have tried the system. PMS/Jordan said he had not been in touch with any of those cities but staff did see some of the before and after shots during the presentation. The system seems to be very promising. The cost is about $3,000 per year or about $4,000 including the initial installation. Diamond Bar is in the second month of using the system so time will reveal its success or failure. C/Grundy said he refereed on the field two weeks ago and compared to the condition the field is usually in this time of year he thought it was a lot better and felt the system was working. 2.2.1 Power Point Presentation on Carlton Peterson Park — PMS/Jordan 2.3 CIP Projects — CSD/Rose A. Steep Canyon Trail Connector and Pantera Park Trail — Corrected plans were submitted for the second round of plan check. Once plans are complete the project will go out to bid. B. Diamond Canyon Park Construction — Construction continues and the contractor indicates construction will be completed by February 2016 with a plant -establishment and maintenance period to follow which means the park should be open for use the beginning of summer 2016. C. Design of Heritage Park Improvements — The consultant team has developed the concept plan for all of the park improvements which includes the new outdoor restroom. Plans are being reviewed by staff to determine whether it will be incorporated into the project plans. D. Design of Longview Park South and Stardust Park Improvements — The City Council awarded a contract to Architerra Design Group to conduct value engineering on the project which is currently under review with completion anticipated by the first week of December after which they will present their results for staff's review and decision about what elements should be included in the design. Staff anticipates this project will go out to bid next Spring. NOVEMBER 19, 2015 PAGE 3 P&R COMMISSION E. Rubber Resurfacing at Peterson Park and Heritage Park — The rubber surfacing at Peterson Park was removed. Since the play equipment needs to be replaced it has now been deemed a Public Works project which will require plans and specifications for the rubber surfacing and play equipment in order to go out to bid and get a contractor to build the improvements. Proposals were received today and are being reviewed prior to award of contract to the consultant to design the improvements. The rubber surfacing at Heritage Park should be completed in the near future. F. Installation of Swings at Longview Park North — Conceptual plans have been completed. The plan is on hold awaiting verification of the funding mechanism for the other improvements at Peterson Park since play equipment replacement was an unexpected added expense (about $60,000). G. Larkstone Park Design and Construction — Lennar Homes has submitted plans for this project which are currently going through plan check. Lennar hopes to have the park completed by November 2016 at which time they plan to build model homes and home sale stock immediately thereafter. At the request of VC/Herndon CSD/Rose updated the Commission on the Grand Avenue/Diamond Bar Boulevard Beautification project. C/Grundy asked when the Heritage Park plans would come to the Commission for review. CSD/Rose responded that plans have changed and it will depend on what can be included within the budget that is available. C/Grundy said the focus was on the playground equipment and making it more accessible for special needs and asked if that was still in question. CSD/Rose responded that it was not in question, it is a matter of how much of it can be replaced within the budget. 2.4 List of pending Commission requests — CSD/Rose updated the Commission on pending Commission requests. 3. OLD BUSINESS: None 4. NEW BUSINESS: 4.1 Commission Meeting Scheduled for December 24, 2015. The Commission concurred to adjourn tonight's meeting to January 28, 2016. NOVEMBER 19, 2015 PAGE 4 P&R COMMISSION 5. ANNOUNCEMENTS: C/Grundy said he was glad that Lorbeer field has coverage and if it could be mowed a little tighter it would help because the clumps make it difficult to run. PMS/Jordan explained that the clumps are remnants from the perennial rye mix that was used several years ago which does need to be kept pretty tight. If there was a very tight healthy stand of all perennial rye it would be a non -issue. When there is Bermuda grass around clumps it becomes a tripping hazard and staff is attempting to keep them as tight as possible. C/Grundy thanked the city for sending out notices regarding the Grand Avenue Beautification project construction which helped everyone avoid problematic issues. Some who did not read the notice wished they had. He thanked staff for providing reports to the Commission and wished everyone Happy Holidays. C/Liang spoke off mike. C/Owens thanked staff for their hard work on behalf of the City and the information provided to keep the Commission on top of things. C/Owens commented that the recognition ceremony for Jack Tanaka was great. VC/Herndon asked the date of the January park walkthrough and PMS/Jordan said he would prefer to do it a couple of Mondays prior to the Commission meeting but would do so at VC/Herndon's convenience. VC/Herndon said that any Monday would be fine and PMS/Jordan said he would contact VC/Herndon to set up a time.VC/Herndon complimented staff on the great job they do on behalf of the City and thanked CSC/Meyers for all she does for the youth. C/Grundy thanked Jack Tanaka who has been a huge supporter of the youth as well. ADJOURNMENT: With no one objecting and no further business before the Parks and Recreation Commission, Vice -Chair Herndon adjourned the meeting at 8:09 p.m. to January 28, 2016. The foregoing minutes are hereby approved this _ day of 2016. Respectfully Submitted, BOB ROSE, SECRETARY Attest: LEW HERNDON, VICE CHAIRMAN TO: Honorable Chair & Members of the Parks & Recreation Commission FROM: Christy Murphey, Recreation Superintendent DATE: January 21, 2016 MEETING DATE: January28, 2016 Community Recreation Guide The Winter 2016 Recreation Guides are available at City Hall, the Diamond Bar Center, Heritage Park Community Center, Pantera Park Activity Room and the Diamond Bar Public Library, A PDF of the Winter 2016 guide is also available online at www.DiamondBarCA.gov. The Spring Recreation Guide is in the works. Winter Contract Classes -- Winter Recreation Guides are available at the Diamond Bar Center, Heritage Park, City Hall and the Diamond Bar Library. The Winter session began on January 2 and will run thru March 11. As of January 20, there are 382 students enrolled in 196 classes. Tiny Tots -- The Winter Session started on Monday, January 4, 2016 and goes through March 25. The four -five year old class is full with 21 children enrolled and the three year old class has 19 children. This session's theme is "Building Friendships!" With the onset of EI Nino, weather lessons will be a focus. DB 4Youth "In Action" -- They finished 2015 with their Holiday Gathering and the Candy Cane Craft Fair Snack Bar. They sold Del Taco burritos, chili, nachos and other snacks at the snack bar. They started the morning with donuts and coffee for the vendors. They made $328. For the Holiday gathering/movie night they had EI Pollo Loco as the main dish and everyone brought goodies. They watched Jurassic World. The youth met Tuesday, January 12 to prepare for the wristband, liability form booth at the Winter Snow Fest on Saturday, January 16. There were twenty three youth working the booth. Several of them helped out in other parts of the event including the games and the snow hills. Twenty-one youth have signed up to help out on Sunday, January 24 at the Alex Morgan event. Their regular meeting is Tuesday, January 26. Included on the agenda is the annual 2016 calendar, nomination of new board members and a youth volunteer nomination for the City Birthday Party, dates for Chinese New Year and the next Stomp Out Hunger Food Drive. Volunteens -- Staff has started working on the application for teens from 13-15 to fill out. For the first time Volunteen Applications will be available online only. Applications will be available online starting Monday, February 22 and will be accepted until Thursday, April 14, 2016. Summer Day Camp -- Staff has been busy scheduling excursions and preparing activities for the campers at the 2016 Summer Day Camp. Camp will start on Tuesday, May 31 (the day after Memorial Day) this year. This is an earlier date due to when the school districts are getting out for summer and returning to school in the fall. Summer Day Camp will end on August 12 if WVUSD goes back the same week they have in the past. WVUSD last day of school is May 26, 2016 and PUSD last day of school is May 27, 2016. PUSD begins on Monday, August 8 and WVUSD has not released a start date yet. Based on the calendar from last year they would go back on, Monday August 15. ly • •.• •• Adult Basketball -- We are currently accepting registration for the winter 2016 adult basketball league. Practice games were held for some teams on January 17, with league games beginning January 31. Games are played at Diamond Bar High School and South Pointe Middle School. Included in the $360 registration fee are 10 league games plus a qualification game, scorekeepers, and championship awards. Teams also pay $21 per week for the officials. Adult Volleyball -- We currently have 26 participants registered for the adult volleyball program. The session began on Monday, November 16 at South Pointe Middle School and will conclude on Monday, February 8. For only $40, participants receive 10 weeks of play on two courts of action from 7-9pm. Skate Park -- The skate park averages 6 users per hour on weekdays, with 11 users per hour on the weekend. Field attendants check in on the skate park a few times each day, from 4pm Dusk on weekdays, and from 8am - Dusk on the weekends. Table Tennis -- The Table Tennis program continues play at Heritage Park on Tuesday (average of 11 participants), Thursday (average of 14 participants), and Sunday (average of 12 participants) evenings. Open play takes place from 6-10pm on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Youth Basketball -- There are currently 446 participants registered for the 2016 youth basketball program. The season began on Saturday, January 9, with the season concluding on March 12, 2016. Children ages 4-8 & 13-14 will play at South Pointe Middle School, while children ages 9-12 will play at Mt. Calvary Lutheran School. The $89 registration fee includes a jersey, trophy, and ten games. Field Attendants -- This month, field attendants discovered vandalism at Sycamore Canyon Park and notified maintenance staff. On the fields, their primary issues were user groups accessing closed fields (Lorbeer/rain) and unauthorized use of lights (Pantera). Adult Excursions December 12 - The Mission Inn Holiday Lights — We SOLD OUT with 45 enrolled. We arrived in historic downtown Riverside for a 75 -minute docent led tour at the Mission Inn, Riverside. The rest of the evening participants enjoyed the holiday festivities along Main Street; including the outdoor ice rink, Reindeer Village and the beautiful lights and decorations of the Mission Inn and the neighboring shops and restaurants. Dining and shopping were at the expense of the participant. Excursion included guided Mission Inn tour, roundtrip transportation and a snack for the ride home for $38/person. January 1 - 2016 Rose Parade – We SOLD OUT with 46 people enrolled for the 2016 Rose Parade. "Find Your Adventure" was the theme of the 2016 Rose Parade, which helped shine light on the centennial celebration of our nation's national parks. The Parade is a celebration more than a century old – a festival of flowers, music and sports unequaled anywhere else in the world. This excursion included continental breakfast, roundtrip transportation, grandstand seat, official Rose Parade guide, a Diamond Bar seat cushion and a snack for the ride home for $95/person. March 12 - Getty Center & Picnic Lunch – There are currently 38 enrolled for the Getty Center. This is a world renowned cultural center with its famous dedication to the study of world arts. The day will start with a 45 -minute tour of the unique architecture and gardens of the Getty Center. The tour will be followed by a casual picnic lunch of turkey, pastrami or smoked ham & cheese, along with chips, cookie and drink. Participants have the rest of the afternoon to spend perusing the museum's art galleries, architecture, gardens and shop. This excursion includes roundtrip transportation, Getty tour, box lunch and a snack on the way home for $42/person. Senior Classes -- Mt. San Antonio College partners with the City of Diamond Bar to offer 15 free classes to seniors at the Diamond Bar Center, Heritage Park and City Hall. The classes vary from computer to exercise and fine arts—most are filled to capacity. The winter program began on January 41h and will conclude February 12th Highlight class of the month: Photo Club This growing group meets at City Hall in the Windmill Room the V Thursday of each month. Currently there are 36 members that meet each month to discuss new trends and share tips on cameras, film and locations for best pictures. Club member, Tom Zeller, was one of the winners of Diamond Bar's yearly photo contest. His photo is titled "Tree Top Snack" and is featured for the month of July in the City's Calendar. Senior Seminars 1/11 Maximizing your Dr. Visit - 1 participant 1/12 Wills and Trust - 11 participants 1/14 & 15 AARP Mature Driving Class - 6 participants 1/19 Medical Long Term Care - 1 participant 1/25 Preserving Memory - 2 participants 1/26 Facts about Annuities - 3 participants Senior Activities and Services ® Bridge every Wednesday - 8-10 per session, average ® Mahjong every Wednesday - 40 per session, average ® Bingo every Tuesday and Friday - 175 per session, average ® Complimentary Legal Services 1/18 - 5 appointments were booked for January December 16, 2015- Senior Holiday Dance -- This was an exciting event because so many people turn out for it; this year was no exception with 247 people in attendance! Dinner was catered by Burger Continental and included tri -tip, chicken breast, green beans, salad and cake for dessert. Seniors had the opportunity to take photos with different props and a holiday backdrop. They danced the night away to festive music provided by DJ Keith Johnson. The evening concluded with everyone's favorite: the raffle prizes! More than 25 raffle prizes were given out to the lucky winners. Senior Groups and Clubs Five senior clubs regularly meet and hold events at the Diamond Bar Center and Heritage Park Community Center: ® The Diamond Bar Senior Citizen's Club has 315 members. They meet each Tuesday with approximately 160 at each meeting at the Diamond Bar Center. ® The Diamond Bar Evergreen Club has 335 members. They hold classes throughout the week at the Diamond Bar Center. ® The Diamond Age Seniors has 200 members. They meet each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. ® The Sunshine Seniors has 800 members on their books; 210 attend their programs on a regular basis. They meet the second and fourth Sunday of each month and every Saturday. ® The Super Diamond Age Seniors has 195 members. They meet each Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Senior Excursion January 15, 2016 — Ronald Reagan — Trip cancelled due to low enrollment. Veterans Day and Candy Cane Craft Fair Financial summaries and evaluations attached. Winter Snow Fest -- Pantera Park was transformed into a Winter Wonderland on Saturday, January 16, 2016 from 9am to 3pm. This year's festival featured 100 tons of snow that produced four snow hills and a large snow play area. There were 24 game booths and 5 craft booths that children were able to enjoy. Flurry the sledding penguin also roamed the park bringing smiles to everyone he waived to. The highlight was when Mayor Pro Tem Lin welcomed everyone to the event and introduced his fellow council members as well as commissioners present from the City's three commissions. A full financial summary and evaluation will follow in the February commission report. Diamond Bar Center -- The Diamond Bar Center was the location for a total of 46 private, business and non-profit rentals during the month of December 2015. There were 17 church rentals, 2 Toastmasters meeting, 1 Sunshine Senior event, 4 seminars/workshops and 1 orchestra concert. There were also 3 weddings, 11 holiday parties, 3 banquets, 1 Boy Scout Honor Event, 1 memorial and 2 birthday parties. A total of $59,580.37 in rental fees was collected during the month of December for Diamond Bar Center rentals. In December 2014 a total of $54,675.10 was collected. Our staff is currently preparing for our 31d Annual Bridal Show at the Diamond Bar Center for February 21, 2016 from 11 am to 3 pm. We are currently reaching out to past vendors to sign up and are getting very positive responses. This should be a great event! Heritage Room -- There have been 10 rentals of Heritage Park Community Center for the month of January. Rentals include 5 church rentals, 1 baby shower, 1 fundraiser and 3 birthday parties. Total revenue for these rentals is $2,196.25. The revenue for January 2015 was $1,250.00. Pantera Room -- There has been 1 rental of Pantera Park Community Center for the month of January. The rental was for a birthday party. Total revenue for this rental was $175.00. The revenue for January 2015 was also $175.00. Picnic Reservations -- As of January 15, 2016 there have been 3 picnic reservations made for the month of January. There has been 1 at Pantera Park and 2 at Sycamore Canyon Park. The revenue of these picnic rentals is $75. The revenue for January 2015 was $350. Program Evaluation and Financial Summary Program Title: Veterans Recognition Ceremony Date Evaluation Prepared: January 18, 2016 Evaluation Prepared by: Andee Tarazon, C. S. Coordinator The City of Diamond Bar and City Council hosted the annual event on Thursday, November 5, 2015 at the Diamond Bar Center. The event started at gam with a welcome speech from Mayor Tye followed by the invocation from Pastor Tim Park from the Diamond Bar Evangelical Free Church. The event proceeded with special recognition presentations from the City of Diamond Bar to 7 honored Veterans and 3 Armed Forces Banner presentations. In addition, a video presentation was shown highlighting three Diamond Bar Veterans and their time in the military. The event concluded with a musical selection from South Pointe Middle School and lite refreshments. Students from the South Pointe middle school also received an opportunity to mingle and talk with the Veterans after the ceremony. The Veterans Recognition Ceremony is offered free of charge to the residents of Diamond Bar. Staff turns in a proposed budget for the series each spring as part of the City's budget process. The approved budget reflects the Council's interest in continuing to offer these events for free. The following financial summary shows what the direct costs of the event were. Staff's budget does not include indirect costs such as full time salaries and benefits, printing in the Recreation Guide, vehicle maintenance, etc. Staff Recommendations 1. Continue to use South Pointe Middle School for music 2. Contact USMC in August for Color guard 3. Advertise for vocalist during concerts in the park 4. Advertise for video participants during summer months. 5. Order additional navy blue table cloths 6. Change design on program CITY OF DIAMOND BAR Veterans Recognition Ceremony Financial Summary FY 2015 Projected General Fund Expenditures $ 6,908.32 Actual General Fund Expenditures $ 5,225.91 PERSONNEL SERVICES $ 1,303.98 Projected Amount $1,883.32 Part- Time (001.5350.40030) Event set-up (2) CS Leader II - 3 hours @ $12.32. (3) CS Leaders - 3 hours @ $10.99 (1) CS Workers - 3 hours @ $9.63 Event (2) CS Leader II - 7.5 hours @ $12.32 (5) CS Leaders - 7.5 hours @ $10.99 (2) Facility Attendant I - 8 hours @ $13.70 Full - Time (001.5350.40020) Event set-up (2) CS Coordinator (OT) - 2 hours @ $42.51 Personnel Services (40000) Worker's Compensation (40083) @ 3.0% Medicare (40085) @ 1.45% Social Security (40085) @ 6.2% $ 1,017.97 $ 73.92 $ 98.91 $ 28.89 $ 184.80 $ 412.25 $ 219.20 $ 170.04 $ 170.04 $ 115.97 $ 35.64 $ 17.22 $ 63.11 SUPPLIES (001.5350.41200) $ 3,617.06 Projected Amount $3,650.00 Veterans Givaway $ 398.67 Supplies $ 770.98 Decorations $ 410.24 Refresfinents $ 1,653.11 Flowers $ 384.06 PRINTING (001.5350.42110) $ 304.87 Projected Amount $675.00 Postcards $ 197.22 Programs Veterans Display Board 107.65 CONTARCT SERVICES (001.5350.45300) $ Projected Amount $700.00 Entertainment Program Evaluation and Financial Summary Program Title: Date Evaluation Prepared: Evaluation Prepared by: Candy Cane Craft Fair January 18, 2016 Andee Tarazon, C.S. Coordinator The Candy Cane Craft Fair took place on Saturday, December 5, 2015. The event was from 9am to 2pm at the beautiful Diamond Bar Center. 73 crafters participated by operating an 8' x 8' booth. This one day craft fair had free admission, free parking and hundreds of handmade items. In addition, a new Christmas themed photo backdrop was available on the stage for participates to take photos in front of. In addition to the crafters, children ages 5-12 received a chance to participate in making crafts themselves. Santa's Workshop was available for shoppers to participate with their children in making holiday crafts. This area proved to be very popular throughout the day. This craft fair is offered free of charge to the residents of Diamond Bar. Crafters are charged $50 for a booth space without tables and $75 for a booth with tables. Staff turns in a proposed budget for the event each spring as part of the City's budget process. The approved budget reflects the Council's interest in continuing to offer these events for free. The following financial summary shows what the direct costs of the event were. Staffs budget does not include indirect costs such as full time salaries and benefits, printing in the Recreation Guide, vehicle maintenance, etc. Staff Recommendations 1. Remind all vendors in FAQ and confirmation e-mails that their booth is 8'x8' and they plus their crafts need to fit in that space. No standing outside the booth is allowed. 2. Continue start front row on GVB 5ft from stage 3. Use photo backdrop on stage again 4. Budget additional funds for horizontal banners — old banners advertise Santa 5. Develop new ways to advertise event. 6. Advertise Wifi availability at the DBC. CITY OF DIAMOND BAR Candy Cane Craft Fair Financial Summary 2015 Projected General Fund Expenditures Projected Revenue Actual General Fund Expenditures Actual Revenue 54 Vendors @$50.00 = $2,700 23 Vendors @ $75.00 = $1,725 $6,599.42 $4,375.00 $5,417.23 $4,425.00 PERSONNEL SERVICES $3,182.15 Projected Expenditures - $3,699.42 Part- Time (001.5350.40030) $ 2,354.22 Event set-up (1) CS Leader II - 5 hours @ 12.32 $ 61.60 (3) CS Leaders - 5 hours @ 10.99 $ 164.85 Event (1) CS Leader II - 9.5 hours @ $12.32 $ 117.04 (7) CS Leaders - 9.5 hours @ $10.99 $ 730.83 (2) Facility Attendant II - 8 hours @ $18.25 $ 292.00 (4) Facility Attendant I - 8 hours @ $13.70 $ 438.40 Office Assistance $ 42.14 (2) CS Leader - 25 hours @ $10.99 $ 549.50 Full - Time (001.5350.40020) Event $ 552.63 (1) CS Coordinator (OT) - 13 hours @ $42.51 $ 552.63 Personnel Services (40000) $ 275.30 Worker's Compensation (40083) @ 3.0% $ 87.20 Medicare (40085) @ 1.45% $ 42.14 Social Security (40085) @ 6.2% $ 145.96 OPERATING SUPPLIES (001.5350.41200) $976.08 Projected Expenditures -$1,100 Decorations $144.96 Santa's WorkShop $389.04 Supplies $442.08 PRINTING (001.5350.42110) $800.00 Projected Expenditures - $800.00 Flyers/ Postcards $597.00 Projected Amount - $1,000.00 Banners Special Event Insurance $172.00 $287.00 JANUARY PARKS REPORT TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN & MEMBERS OF THE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: ANTHONY JORDAN, PARKS AND MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT SUBJECT: JANUARY PARKS REPORT DATE: 1/20/16 MEETING DATE: 1/28/16 During the previous month, the Community Services Maintenance Staff has been working on various tasks throughout the City. The following is a brief recap of routine maintenance items completed. Diamond Bar Center • Repaired ice machine (contractor). • Re-lamped twenty five (25) light fixtures and replaced seven (7) lighting ballasts. • Replaced gauges and air bleed valve on the boiler system. • Fabricated and installed four (4) lighted bollards in the motor court. The work included creating drawings for the proposed bollards and having the steel yard laser cut the components. Staff then welded/assembled the pieces and had the new bollards powder coated. Lighting and electrical was installed and lastly, redwood siding. • Performed monthly emergency generator test. • Performed deep cleaning in the water feature (contractor). • Installed straw wattles on slope(s) for storm preparation (SGVCC). Heritage Park • Repaired and re-lamped main activity room and Tiny Tots room after Halloween event. • Replaced water filters for refrigerator and drinking fountain. . Cleared urinal drain in exterior men's restroom. Cleared drinking fountain sand trap. Replaced pilot assembly on kitchen water heater. Completed installation of poured in place playground surface (contractor). Lorbeer Middle School Conducted a park walkthrough with Vice Chairman Lew Herndon. Maple Hill Park Repaired two (2) tennis court nets. Replaced top caps. Replaced exterior men's and women's restroom signs. Performed various plumbing repairs in the restroom building. Pantera Park Repaired one (1) tennis court net. Replaced top cap. Respond to report of vandalized turf. Tire ruts repaired by contractor. Paul C. Grow Park Conducted a park walkthrough with Vice Chairman Lew Herndon. . Repaired and replaced metal end caps on bleacher seat and foot planks. Respond to report of vandalized turf. Tire ruts repaired by contractor. Peterson Park Received a report of inoperable field lights. Inspected and adjusted field light controller settings to restore function. Ronald Reagan Park Worked with Girl Scout troop on painting project. Painted trash enclosure and wall at parking lot perimeter. Cleared urinal drain in men's restroom. Starshine Park 0 Cleared drain at drinking fountain. Sand trap was full of sand. Steen Canvon Trailhead • Removed and replaced lodge pole fencing at the trailhead that was damaged due to a vehicle accident. Replaced six (6) rails and two (2) posts and painted. Sycamore Canyon Park • Responded to a report of fire at Sycamore Park. Fire department was present upon arrival and had extinguished a small brush fire on the slope just south of the park office. • Trash cans (3) and light pole vandalized. Police report filed. • Respond to report of vandalized turf. Tire ruts repaired by contractor (2x) • Cleared men's room urinal drain. Washington Park • Removed graffiti from play equipment. City Hall/Library • Repaired the automatic door closer on the Library delivery door. • Painted City Council office spaces. • Performed carpet cleaning in City Hall and Library spaces. • Performed monthly emergency generator test. • Re-lamped nine (9) light fixtures in the Library space and eleven (11) fixtures in the City Hall space. • Replaced fourteen (14) ballasts in the Library space and six (6) ballasts in the City Hall space. • Installed two (2) new LED can light fixtures in City Hall and installed one (1) LED retrofit T8 bulb. Citywide • Storm preparation measures have been implemented at several locations throughout the City in anticipation of the upcoming "EI Nino" storm events. Measures include the installation of straw wattles and sand bags at strategic locations as well as inspection and cleaning of City maintained v - ditches and bench drains. In addition, City staff rented an excavator to remove accumulated sediment and plant material that had obstructed a storm drain outlet and bench drain in the canyon northwest of Grand Ave. and the DBC entrance road. Assist with the setup and operation of the Senior Food Drive. Inspect and fill doggy bag dispensers at all parks and trial heads. Wash, fuel and service as needed all City pool vehicles. Inspected fire extinguishers and first aid kits at all City Facilities. Park Walkthrough Schedule The Parks and Maintenance Superintendent will be performing park walkthroughs monthly commencing on the Monday two weeks prior to the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. Walkthroughs will have mid-morning start times. Start times and dates will be flexible to accommodate any Commissioners who would like to attend. Inspection locations may change as issues or new projects arise that may be of interest to the Commission. Please review the schedule below and feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. The schedule will be as follows: January (Com. Lew Herndon) Paul C. Grow/Lorbeer Middle School February Summitridge Park March Sycamore Canyon Park April Heritage Park May Maple Hill Park June District 39 Mini -Parks July Ronald Reagan/Starshine August Grandview Trail/Summitridge Trails September Pantera Park October Washington Street Park November Peterson Park December Sycamore Canyon Creek/Trails Park Walkthroughs Lorbeer Middle School and Paul C. Grow Park January 18, 2016 Vice Chairman Herndon and P&M Supt. Jordan Lorbeer 1. Check/eradicate broadleaf weeds in turf. 2. Control gopher activity throughout. Fill rodent holes. 3. Remove weeds from the top of the fescue slope along Golden Springs. 4. Remove weeds and palm seedlings from the track perimeter and along fence. 5. Check leaning fence at west perimeter top of slope. 6. Paint or replace shot put rings. 7. Paint rusted uprights on soccer/football goals. Remove duct tape from goals. 8. Straighten bent bench on southern 50 yard line of field. 9. Weed along long jump runway. 10. Adjust water pressure at drinking fountain by restrooms. Paul C. Grow 1. Paint "fire truck" play structure. 2. Remove surface roots southwest corner of park west of "fire truck". 3. Update field reservation sign on softball backstop. 4. Remove graffiti from softball backstop. 5. Check drainage first base side of home plate along fence. Adjust if possible. 6. Secure soccer goals along fence lines at tops to prevent falling. 7. Backfill surface roots along third base line. 8. Patch and paint restroom fascia boards. 9. Backfill soil around SCE vault behind restroom building. 10. Check/eradicate broadleaf weeds in turf. 11. Control gopher activity throughout. Fill rodent holes. 12. Repair backstop bottom rail at northeast backstop. 13. Remove private vegetation dumped onto top of eastern slope. 14. 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Interoffice MEMORANDUM To: Honorable Chairman and Members of the Parks and Recreation Commission From: Bob Rose, Community Services Directory�/-,J ^Yo/ Date: January 19, 2016 Meeting Date: January 28, 2016 Re: CIP Projects Up -date Steep Canyon Trail Connector & Pantera Park Trail — The plans have been submitted for the second round of plan check. After plan check is completed, the plans will go out to bid for a contractor to construct the trails. The Steep Canyon Connector will result in a trail from the top of the stairs at Steep Canyon that connects to the Canyon Loop Trail. The Pantera Park Trail will result in a trail going up the steep slope above the dog park at Pantera Park. It will also include a set of concrete stairs leading down the slope from Pantera Drive. These trails will probably not be constructed until spring, 2016. Diamond Canyon Park — Construction of this park continues. It should be completed and open for public use by next summer. Design of Heritage Park Improvements — The consultant team has developed a concept plan for a new outdoor restroom building with added storage space. Staff is now reviewing the concept plan to determine if it will be incorporated into the renovation plan for the park. Design of Longview Park South & Star Dust Park Improvements — City staff has requested that the consultant, Architerra Design Group, conduct value engineering to the plans to save on the construction costs. Architerra is now working on the second round of those plan revisions. Also, City staff has submitted a grant application for Star Dust Park. If the grant is awarded, the City will have the funds necessary to complete other park CIP projects. One of the criteria for the grant is that the project must be "shovel ready". Star Dust Park qualifies because CEQA requirements have been met and the construction documents can be completed by early March, 2016, which is the expected grant award timeframe. The project at Longview South will continue utilizing the funds approved in the 2015/16 FY budget. Rubber Surfacing at Peterson & Heritage Parks — The rubber surfacing at Heritage Park has been completed. At Peterson Park, the contractor excavated the rubber surface and found that several of the posts on the play equipment had rusted through below the surface. The tot lot is now closed and will need to be replaced. Staff released an RFP to obtain a design team to complete construction documents to replace the play equipment and two proposals have been received. Staff is currently reviewing the proposals. Installation of Swings at Longview Park North — The team from ICG, Inc has completed the survey work and has completed the concept plan for this project. A two -bay swing set for 2 to 12 year-old children and the expansion of the accessible play area are a part of this project at Longview Park North. 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