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2007/10/24 Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Packet yptiNERT PARR �A,.aaNt� ROHNERT PARK PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA Special Meeting Wednesday Oct. 24, 2007 6:30 p.m. 6750 Commerce Blvd., Rohnert Park To any member of the audience desiring to address the Parks and Recreation Commission: If you wish to speak on an item under discussion by the Parks and Recreation Commission, you may do so upon recognition from the Chairperson. After receiving recognition from the Chairperson, please walk to the rostrum located in the front and center of the room and state your name and address for the record before making your presentation. f`•y, F .wr ia'� ����yy` ,M. Qp.,.�. .��Y, ._ .._ ,' »ht.°,11 $ is • CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE • Roll Call: ❑ Armerding ❑ Aronis ❑ Bird ❑ Black n Griffin • Approval of Minutes—To be done at the November 19, 2007 meeting. • Acknowledgment of Recreation Department staff's report on the posting of the meeting's agenda. Agenda has been posted in three public places: Community Center, Public Safety Building and City Hall, and on the City's Website. • Unscheduled Public Appearances for public comments on items not listed on the agenda, or on agenda items if unable to speak at the scheduled time. __. �w.. �:.�z.Topic �`.a.'y'�a�'`-.. a�..,' �"f 4 .:r��� tC�n _;�� �� _.:: .S%�aM'�+"'�..'.wJF��`",�-,-€:��. ...,.ct��»� � .:,.},w,w Yi f,. 3 �r-s, Item#1 Nomination for CAPRCBM Professional Award: Commission wishes to make a nomination for the 2007 Professional Award through the California Association of Park and Recreation Commissioners and Board Members. Committee 1. None Reports Matters from 1. Update on Playground Renovations Staff Page 1 of 2 Rohnert Park Parks and Recreation Commission October 24, 2007 Matters to/from Commissioners Adjournment. Next meeting: November 19, 2007 6:30 p.m. Disabled Accommodation: If you have a disability which requires an interpreter or other person to assist you while attending this Planning Commission Meeting,please contact the City Offices at (707) 588-2236 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting to insure arrangements for accommodation by the City. Please make sure the Planning Department is notified as soon as possible if you have a visual impairment that requires the meeting materials be produced in another format (Braille,audio-tape,etc.). Page 2 of 2 ROHNERT PARK PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES October 24, 2007 The Rohnert Park Parks and Recreation Commission met this date at 6:30 p.m. for a special meeting at the Rohnert Park Community Center, 5401 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. with Chair Black presiding. Roll Call Present: (3) Commissioners Armerding, Bird, Black Absent: (2) Commissioners Aronis, Griffin Also present for all or part of the meeting was Recreation Services Manager Guy Miller. Approval of Minutes—Postponed until the November 19, 2007 meeting. Nomination for CAPRCBM Professional Award: Commissioner Armerding made a motion to nominate Recreation Services Manager Guy Miller for the California Association of Park and Recreation Commissioners and Board Members Professional Award. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Bird and approved 3-0. Unscheduled Public Appearances -None Committee Reports: None Unscheduled Public Appearances None Matters from Staff: None Matters to/from Commissioners: None ADJOURNMENT—There being no further business before the commission, the meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m. ^ XL -, -2.-e --44-;‘,7A--- Chair Black uy 1 ler, Recreation Services Manager Page 1 of 1 r swiresnanr PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF ROHNERT PARK [?] October 2007 Mr. Ernest Enriquez, President California Association of Parks &Recreation Commissioners &Board Members 1724 Indian Way Oakland, CA 94611-1221 Dear Sir, Nomination of Guy G. Miller for Outstanding Park &Recreation Professional Rohnert Park(population over 40,000) was originally designed with a vision of a city built around 23 neighborhood parks and mini-parks. That vision has become reality and it is now a legacy which must be nurtured and maintained. Guy Miller took up the fulltime position of Recreation Services Manager in July 1999 and has executed his duties with an equally strong vision over the past 8 years. Today,the City's park system is not only the pride of its citizens but is also a magnet for visitors and new residents. Guy Miller has had a lot to do with that. First of all, he brought an excellent skill set to this position. He holds a BS degree in Recreation &Park Administration from CSU- Sacramento (1977). His career started in April 1986 when he joined the City of Rohnert Park as Recreation Supervisor. In July 1999,he was promoted to the present title. In June 2002, the position was upgraded to Department Head level to reflect the responsibilities and authority which goes with the position. Guy is a member of the following organizations: • California Park&Recreation Society(CPRS); District President; 1997-1998, State Supervisors Representative; 1995-1997 • National Parks &Recreation Association He was recognized with the CPRS Citation Award in 1998. 1 In his present position, Guy is responsible for the operation of 25 tennis courts, 20 playgrounds, 14 baseball and softball fields, 10 picnic areas, 9 soccer fields, 6 basketball courts, 5 swimming pools, 4 community centers, 3 dog parks, a senior center and a fitness center. He manages a budget of$3.1 million. Guy oversees a team of 14 full-time staff and 120 part-time employees. He performs the following additional tasks with calm efficiency: • participates in the design and purchase of new facilities and equipment; • keeps current with regulatory developments; • directs staff training and development • contracts with outside consultants for special needs; and • prepares and submits reports to the Commission and City Council. Guy also serves as a representative of the City government to the Parks, Recreation& Open Space Committee. The PROS Committee was formed two years ago by the City Council to formulate a Parks &Recreation Master Plan for Rohnert Park. Guy has played a key roll in • designing an online user survey; • conducting neighborhood meetings; • guiding the deliberations of the Committee; and • dealing with the outside consultants who are drafting the plan. In addition, Guy acts as liaison between the City government and the Senior Advisory Comission as well as numerous other citizens groups including sports groups who use the many facilities under his control. In December 2005, the Recreation Supervisor, Maya van den Heuvel, and Guy Miller saved the life of a patron of the Sports &Fitness Center by their rapid response when he collapsed while using a treadmill. Maya recognized the signs and started applying CPR while Guy got the new Automatic External Defibrillator on which they had both just received training. Together,they succeeded in rescucitating the victim who is still alive and still uses the Fitness Center(with his new pacemaker!). This year, Guy was one of the guiding lights behind the "Old and New" crafts and rummage sale which raised funds for the Senior Center, one of many Parks &Recreation Dept. activities. The event was so successful that everyone is looking forward to a larger and better event next summer. In 2007,he also led the effort to bring our 20 playgrounds up to current standards and make them a safe, fun place for our kids to play. The first 3 sets were installed this summer and have already drawn praise from parents and press alike. Guy is already managing the bidding for the next 3 playgrounds. Guy is a real team player. He exhibits a trait which is key to success in both the public and -� private sectors. In Rohnert Park, responsibility for maintaining the parks actually lies with the 2 Department of Public Works (over which Guy has no authority). In spite of that distinction, most residents call Guy with requests for park maintenance. Rather than simply telling them to call Public Works, Guy takes the initiative to personally pass on the request and follows up to see that the work is done. Guy is the main support and guide for the activities and deliberations of the Parks &Recreation Commission which is made up of volunteers, some of whom have no prior experience in this area- only a keen desire to see our park system continue to be the cornerstone of Rohnert Park life. Guy answers our endless questions, gives us sound advice and steers us through the torturous paths of the regulatory environment. One of his most important contributions is to help us to arrive at a mutually acceptable compromise when we appear to have reached an impasse in our deliberations. What is perhaps most impressive about Guy is that, through all of this, he maintains a smile on his face and a pleasant demeanor. He is a real example to all with whom he comes in contact. In one sense, you could say that Guy is not "outstanding"because he never hogs the limelight or makes a lot of noise. At the same time, everywhere you look, Guy is there working to make things happen smoothly, efficiently and for the benefit of our parks'users. His "fingerprints" are all over the success of this city. To sum up, we believe that, if it were not for Guy Miller, Rohnert Park's park system would not be in the excellent shape it is today, enhancing the lifestyle of and providing enjoyment to the residents of our fine city. Without reserve, we recommend Guy Miller as deserving of recognition by the California Association of Parks & Recreation Commissioners &Board Members. Thank you for your consideration. Parks&Recreation Commission Rohnert Park, California Bonnie Black, Chair Richard Armerding, Member Nick Aronis, Member Mike Bird, Member Jerry Griffin, Member 3