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Park & Recreation Commission Minutes of June 23, 1999 t. . Page 2 about three weeks behind schedule and we are still planning to go out to bid in January on the park project. ITEM 3 - ORDINANCE APPROVAL - ALCOHOL IN THE PARKS The Commissioners discussed the information they had received at the April meeting from Commissioner LaBerge regarding the City of Sacramento's alcohol permit process. Superintendent Hover suggested that we allow alcohol in the pa rks on a restricted basis for city-sponsored events such as the Concert in the Parks series; all requests would be considered on a case by case basis and approved by the Director. Chairperson Morton suggested having a sub-committee review this matter and come back to the Commission with a recommendation. Commissioner LaBerge suggested getting input from the citizens before any change is made to the ordinance. Commissioner Davis felt he does not like having an ordinance that we cannot enforce. Superintendent Hover noted that our park signage will have to be changed to reflect any changes in the ordinance, and since this is a costly process, all changes should be made at the same time. He anticipates that the ordinances changing of park hours from dawn to dusk and allowing dogs in the parks on leash will come before the Council in July. Commissioner Davis asked if we want the ordinance to reflect what is currently happening in our parks. A sub-committee of Commissioners Davis, LaBerge (chair), and Slusser will meet to discuss this matter further and will come back to the July meeting with their recommendation. It was also suggested that a public hearing be held on this topic prior to making a recommendation to the City Council. Commissioner Truscelli suggested Manager Mike Gibbons be involved with the sub-committee as he has been working on this issue for some time. ITEM 4 - GOALS AND OBJECTIVES DISCUSSION Superintendent Hover gave each of the Commissioners a document entitled "Draft Strategic Plan" which he asked the Commissioners to review to discuss next month. He felt it would help the Commission develop a long range strategic plan for the department. Commissioner Swope stated that a strategic plan was done by the Commission several years ago and suggested that this plan be updated. Commissioner Slusser will provide a copy of this June 13, 1989 document to Secretary Monroe who will forward copies to all the Commissioners. Commissioners Swope (chair), Morton and Joseph agreed to be on a sub-committee to review and update the document. Commissioner Truscelli will be the roving alternate to either sub-committee. -Park Assignments The Commissioners discussed the pros and cons of its park inspection program in order to decide whether they wanted to continue or abolish the program. Comments included: staff is visiting the parks on a daily basis and is taking care of any issues which may arise, inspections not necessary; Commissioners can call if they see something that needs immediate attention; not a productive use of time; staff can take it negatively; visiting the parks on a quarterly basis vs.