Item 06 - Minutes for Various Boards and Commissions

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In response to various questions from the Commission, Superintendent Acevedo stated that resident comments about parks and maintenance issues had become more positive and there was more use of park facilities, explained ARPA funding resulting from the C0VID-19 pandemic but noted that most services had been incorporated into other funding sources, described recent renovations at the community center at Rosita Park, provided background on aquatics racilities and pmjects, addressed security and park patrols at park sites, and encouraged anyone to call 714-454-1687 to report concerns. Vice Chairperson Benitez requested additional open swim times at the aquatics facilities. Superintendent Acevedo confirmed that the pools at Jerome, EI Salvador, and Salgado were currently operational, with Santa Anita planned to re-open in Spring 2025, and Memorial Park in two to three years. Executive Director of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Hawk Scott explained that pools are typically open for seasonal use and staff is working on facility and equipment upgrades to keep the pools functioning and hopefully available for some open time in the off-season. Director Scott presented the Public Works Agency Parks Services Report for Park Planning Updates. Commissioner Hernandez thought it was smart planning to have two separate pools at Memorial Park. In response to Commissioner Ramirez, Director Scott noted there were no current plans for a community center at Gerardo Mouet Park due to a lack of available land in a dense neighborhood and the proximity of the Roosevelt-Walker Community Center. 6. Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Staff Report Minutes: Executive Director Hawk Scott presented the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Staff Report and highlighted department activities and accomplishments as listed in the staff report. In response to Commissioner Parra-Diaz, Director Scott stated he would check regarding the need for volunteers at the Plaza Navideria event and confirmed the Commission could participate in the Youth Empowerment Initiative. In response to Commissioner Ramirez, Director Scott noted that information about the VolunTEENS program and activities could be found on the website or by calling the Garfield Center. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR COMMENTS Minutes: Executive Director Hawk Scott welcomed Commissioner Ramirez to the Commission, invited them to the grand opening of Gerardo Mouet Park on December 4 and to Plaza Navideria on November 23, highlighted the installation of nets for the primate forest at the Zoo, and reminded the Commission about their presentation at the City Council meeting on December 3 wearing their Youth Commission polo shirts. Youth Commission 3 11 Il 8/2024