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Park and Recreation Commission Minutes of August 13, 2005 Page 2 AREA 3 - RED MORTON PARK AND SKATE PARK Superintendent Hover led the group into Red Morton Park to Griffin- Bechet and McGarvey Fields, so that Commissioners would understand what the proposed synthetic turf project entailed. The group then moved to the restroom and concession area alongside the Skate Park. Superintendent Beth commented on the worn area around the skate park and some recent conflicts between skaters and softball players. The group then moved to the Va Iota picnic site where Commissioners noted amplified sound was being used as well as portable barbeques. The bocce ball court was being used by a rental activity was orderly and well populated. The group, then returned to the Community Activities Building, Room 1. ITEM 2 - DISCUSSION PARK TOUR SITES Commissioner Truscelli noted that she was impressed with the condition of Spinas Park, and had a much better sense of possibilities for Fleishman Park as a result of the visit. Commissioner Swope noted that the worn the picnic area at Hoover was still useable, and that in general, parks seemed well maintained. Commissioner Slusser commented that despite limited resources we need to make sure that we maintain renovated parks at a high level. He noted that new partnerships could be established with community groups that might outfit a new facility such as a volleyball area or other recreational equipment. He also noted that this process was well received in the Red Morton Facility. Superintendent Hover noted that Landscape staff had implemented a rotation of lead staff for the five teams, which brought new eyes to each of the areas and other positive benefits. Commissioner Joseph continued on the partnership theme, suggesting that local sporting goods stores could be contacted in this regard. She commented that she would like to see aesthetic improvements to the Hoover Pool Area, and emphasized the need to keep up to date on the latest in synthetic surfaces and not to only consider a single vend.or. . Director Centeno announced that the Strategic Plan review cycle had begun and that the annual report was being prepared. The special park tour meeting of the Park and Recreation Commission was adjourned at 1: 10 pm to be reconvened at 7: 30 pm on Wednesday, August 24, 2005 at the Community Activities Building, 1400 Roosevelt Avenue, Redwood City, California.