Parks & Recreation Commission

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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MEETING, YOU CAN PARTICIPATE VIA THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS:

1. VIEW THE MEETING ONLINE AT: HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280

2. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING BY EMAILING THE PARKS DIRECTOR AT SCOSTLEY@SOGATE.ORG NO LATER THAN 4:00 P.M. ON THE DAY OF THE MEETING. PLEASE WRITE "PUBLIC COMMENT" ON THE SUBJECT LINE.

3. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON.

Officials

Chair: Alan Flores

Vice Chair: Lizette Ruiz

Secretary: Cynthia Esquivel

Commissioner: Edgar Pelayo

Commissioner: Vacant

Parks & Recreation Director: Steve Costley

Call to Order

Flag Salute

Roll Call

Meeting Compensation Disclosure

Pursuant to Government Code Section 54952.3: Disclosure of compensation for meeting attendance by the Parks & Recreation Commissioners is $75 per meeting.

Report on Posting

I, Ana Medina, Parks & Recreation Executive Assistant, certify that a true and correct copy of the foregoing Meeting Agenda was properly posted on July 3, 2025 at 5:30 p.m., as required by law.

Approval of Meeting Minutes

Regular Meeting Minutes of February 12, 2025

Recommended Motion: Motion to approve the minutes as presented.

Documents:

02-13-25 Minutes.pdf

Public Comment

During this time, members of the public or staff may address the Parks & Recreation Commission regarding any items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. Comments from the audience will be limited to three minutes per speaker; unless authorized by the Commission Chair, the time limit may not be extended by utilizing another member's time. There will be no debate or action on items not listed on the agenda unless authorized by law. NOTE: Obscene language, comments intended to disrupt or interfere with the progress of the meeting, or slanderous comments will not be tolerated and may result in ejection and/or may constitute a violation of South Gate Municipal Code Section 1.04.110.

Presentation

Open Session Items

1. HSA ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2024

Recommended Motion: Motion to receive and file.

Documents:

07-10-25 ITEM 1 STAFF REPORT.pdf

2. ORAL REPORT REGARDING QUIMBY FEES

Recommended Motion: Motion to receive and file.

Documents:

07-10-25 ITEM 2 STAFF REPORT.pdf

3. ORAL REPORT ON UPDATE OF THE PARKS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MEETING, YOU CAN PARTICIPATE VIA THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS: 1. VIEW THE MEETING ONLINE AT: HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280 2. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING BY EMAILING THE PARKS DIRECTOR AT SCOSTLEY@SOGATE.ORG NO LATER THAN 4:00 P.M. ON THE DAY OF THE MEETING. PLEASE WRITE "PUBLIC COMMENT" ON THE SUBJECT LINE. 3. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON. Officials Chair: Alan Flores Vice Chair: Lizette Ruiz Secretary: Cynthia Esquivel Commissioner: Edgar Pelayo Commissioner: Vacant Parks & Recreation Director: Steve Costley Call to Order Flag Salute Roll Call Meeting Compensation Disclosure Pursuant to Government Code Section 54952.3: Disclosure of compensation for meeting attendance by the Parks & Recreation Commissioners is $75 per meeting. Report on Posting 1

I, Ana Medina, Parks & Recreation Executive Assistant, certify that a true and correct copy of the foregoing Meeting Agenda was properly posted on July 3, 2025 at 5:30 p.m., as required by law. Approval of Meeting Minutes Regular Meeting Minutes of February 12, 2025 Recommended Motion: Motion to approve the minutes as presented. Documents: 02-13-25 Minutes.pdf Public Comment During this time, members of the public or staff may address the Parks & Recreation Commission regarding any items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. Comments from the audience will be limited to three minutes per speaker; unless authorized by the Commission Chair, the time limit may not be extended by utilizing another member's time. There will be no debate or action on items not listed on the agenda unless authorized by law. NOTE: Obscene language, comments intended to disrupt or interfere with the progress of the meeting, or slanderous comments will not be tolerated and may result in ejection and/or may constitute a violation of South Gate Municipal Code Section 1.04.110. Presentation Open Session Items 1. HSA ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2024 Recommended Motion: Motion to receive and file. Documents: 07-10-25 ITEM 1 STAFF REPORT.pdf 2. ORAL REPORT REGARDING QUIMBY FEES Recommended Motion: Motion to receive and file. Documents: 07-10-25 ITEM 2 STAFF REPORT.pdf 3. ORAL REPORT ON UPDATE OF THE PARKS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN Recommended Motion: Motion to receive and file. Documents: 07-10-25 ITEM 3 STAFF REPORT.pdf 4. SOCIAL & CULTURAL DIVISION REPORT FOR FY 2024/25 2

Recommended Motion: Motion to receive and file Documents: 07-10-25 ITEM 4 STAFF REPORT.pdf Director's Report/Calendar of Events Parks & Recreation Commission Sub-Committee Reports Request for Items on Future Agendas Adjournment Materials related to an item on the Agenda submitted to the Parks & Recreation Commission after distribution of the agenda packet, are available for public inspection in the City Clerk's Office, 8650 California Avenue, South Gate, California 90280. Telephone: 323.563.951 0, Fax: 323.563.5411, City website, www .cityofsouthgate.org In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in the Parks & Recreation Commission Meetings, please contact the Parks Administration office, 323.357.9645. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility. 3

Page 1 of 2 Parks & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes February 12, 2025 CALL TO ORDER - Chair Flores called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. FLAG SALUTE - by Secretary Pelayo Chair Flores called for a moment of silence for the passing of former Police Chief Robert Todd. ROLL CALL - by Ana Medina, Executive Assistant Present: Chair Flores, Vice Chair Lizette Ruiz, Secretary Edgar Pelayo and Commissioner Cynthia Esquivel. Commissioner Alejanda Flores had an excused absence. Staff: Director of Parks & Recreation Steve Costley, Deputy Director Tina Fierro, and Parks Superintendent Glenn Massey. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES FOR DECEMBER 12, 2024 Recommended Motion: Motion to approve the minutes as presented. M/S/C: Vice Chair Ruiz/Secretary Pelayo to approve the minutes as presented. PUBLIC COMMENTS Recognized: Mario Dominguez requested the splash pad issue be on a future meeting. Recognized: Angeline, stated the traveling team Poison went from three games a month to only one, please look into what can be done. Recognized: Sofia said she enjoys being on the team but doesn’t like playing only once a month. PRESENTATION - None OPEN SESSION ITEMS 1. ELECTION OF OFFICERS/REORGANIZATION Recommended Motion: Motion for Commission to nominate and approve a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for the coming year. M/S/C: Vice Chair Ruiz/Secretary Pelayo to keep the board as is with Commissioner Esquivel as Secretary. Director Costley reviewed this item; a discussion ensued. 2. RECREATION PROGRAMING REPORT 2ND QUARTER FY 2024/25 Recommended Motion: Motion to receive and file. M/S/C: Secretary Pelayo/Commissioner Esquivel Deputy Director Fierro reviewed this item; a discussion ensued. Director Costley complemented the Commission as being most active in Park events. Vice Chair Ruiz asked if the cost of light at Hollydale Regional Park was shared with AYSO, replied no, the City foots the bill. 3. GROUNDS & PARKS FACILITY MAINTENANCE REPORT 2ND QUARTER FY 2024/25 Recommended Motion: Motion to receive and file. M/S/C: Vice Chair Ruiz/Secretary Pelayo Parks Supt. Massey reviewed this item; a discussion ensued. 4

Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of February 13, 2025 Page 2 of 2 Parks Supt. Massey stated staff has renovated the horseshoe pits and explained what that entails. They also renovated Diamond 5 & 8. Irrigation repair and maintenance is ongoing. Small trees have been raised at the west side parks to ease mowing. Staff replaced 10 drinking fountains in South Gate Park. There were broken main and lateral irrigation lines in Hollydale Regional Park that staff repaired. Staff installed two new sand bunkers in the Golf Course, also the greens were aerified. A discussion ensued. DIRECTOR'S REPORT / CALENDAR OF EVENTS Director Costley: The Hollydale Community Park reopening was very successful. Circle Parks is still in progress. Pickle Ball courts have been installed in SG Park’s Tennis Court. Orban Orchard is moving quickly, with a possible June opening. Due to budget constraints the new Parks Master Plan had to be cancelled. Deputy Dir. Fierro: Mentioned upcoming special events. Trips have been very strong. The Annual Sports Center Open House was a huge success. The new event Ties & Tiaras was a great event, very good comments. Tonight, a full bus went to the UCLA vs USC Women’s basketball game at the Galen Center. Golf tournament this Sunday. Both full time and hourly staff are working hard to bring the best events possible. The quarterly brochure has gone to print and will come out soon. Easter Fest, April 12; Easter Splash, April 13; Youth Sports Camp, April 14-18, ages 7-12; Mom Prom, April 26; Art Exhibit Opening Playgrounds/Jugamos, May 3; to name a few Parks Supt. Massey: Tree trimming at Hollydale Regional Park is ongoing. Ball field renovations is also ongoing. Staff began soccer field renovation at Hollydale Regional Park. PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION SUB-COMMITTEE REPORTS Vice Chair Ruiz: Was impressed with the turnout at the Hollydale Community Park reopening. Secretary Pelayo: No comment Commissioner Flores: No comment REQUEST FOR ITEMS ON FUTURE AGENDAS Secretary Pelayo would like to have a report on the public’s response of the survey and a discussion of the splash pad. A report on revenue generating opportunities. Deputy Dir. Fierro stated the survey would remain open until the end of summer, a report would probably be brought in September. Vice Chair Ruiz would like a report on why the traveling team was cut to only once a month. Commissioner Esquivel wanted the status of the shade for Diamonds 8 & 10. ADJOURNMENT - At 8:15 p.m. Chair Flores asked for a motion to adjourn. M/S/C: Commissioner Esquivel/Vice Chair Ruiz Respectfully submitted: Edgar Pelayo, Secretary Parks & Recreation Commission 5

iHi Cityof SouthGate Parks & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting July 10, 2025 STAFF REPORT ITEM No. 1 To: From: Date: Honorable Parks & Recreation Commission Steve Costley, Director of Parks & Recreation June 25, 2025 Subject: HSA Annual Report for 2024 Recommended Motion: Motion to Receive and File Report Summary: Since 2006, the Human Services Association (HSA) has operated the City's two Community Resource Center buildings; the Westside Center on State Street and the Hollydale Center on Industrial Avenue. As part of their operating agreements, HSA is required to submit a report to the Commission annually indicating their activities and accomplishments over the past year. The report for 2024 is attached for the Commission's review. The purpose of these agreements is to take facilities that the City may not be able to afford to operate and make them useful to the Community while supporting a local non- profit organization. As is demonstrated, HSA provides a wide variety of Social and Community Services from these facilities, primarily to South Gate residents. By utilizing these facilities in this way and creating partnerships, the City is able to provide a wider variety of service and therefore meet many community needs that might not otherwise be met. In addition to the programs that HSA would normally run, our agreement requires them to offer afterschool tutoring during the school year. HSA is also required by the terms of the agreement to have a Neighborhood Advisory Committee to recommend additional programs that would benefit the surrounding community. Along with City staff, a representative from HSA will be present to answer any questions. Attachment: 1 Page I of 11 6

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Introduction: :/4'HSA Human Services Association (HSA) is a private nonprofit multi-purpose community-based agency providing a wide range of social and early educational services to families of soutlieast Los Angeles County and surrounding cities. The principal mission of HSA is to provide families with compassionate and comprehensive care to promote wellness and build strong communities. We are an organization dedicated to helping residents recognize and resolve individual, family, and community problems tliat inhibit personal growth. Our agency's motto is"Where Caring Becomes Doing." We aim to provide the individual interaction, personalized care, learning, exploration, and play tliat are essential components of an effective early childhood experience. HSA is made-up of three main departments: Pasitos Early Childliood Education Department (Pasitos), Family Services Department and Senior Services Department. The Pasitos Department educational philosopliy is that children learn better, when they are exposed to all areas of growth and development by using different techniques and appropriate materials. A child develops a variety of approaches to learning, social emotional development, language development and communication, cognitive and physical development while enjoying their time in a physically safe environment. Through Active Learning, our teachers will accomplish these goals by developing a variety of engaging, hands-on activities by participating in children's play. We utilize the High/Scope Curriculum in the Centers. They are designed to provide children from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds with the interactions, opportunities, and experiences tliat will help them reach their full potential in all developmental domains (physical, cognitive, language, emotional, and social). All Funded Programs and activities operated by Pasitos are made available to all qualified persons without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, ethic group identification, race, ancestry, national origin, religion, color, mental or physical disability. Pasitos provides anti-bias environments and services that teach, respect, and welcome all children and their families. Staff provides a diversified learning environment, which is supportive of each child's culture and respectful of the family's welfare and values. As each child's situation is unique, all students will be addressed on an individual basis. 2024-25 Program Year Accomplishments: The Westside Resource Center operated year-round during the 2024-2025 program year, with closures obsetaved on weekends and designated liolidays. Unlike the previous three years, in-person services were no longer impacted by COVID-19. However, the program continued to implement established health and safety protocols as a precautionary measure. Page 3 of 11 8

Pasitos offered a wide range of comprehensive services to residents of the City of South Gate (90280), while also extending support to families residing in neighboring communities, including Huntington Park, Bell, Bell Gardens, Cudahy, and Lynwood. Throughout the 2024-2025 program year, the Westside Resource Center and Hollydale Center remained key hubs for family and community services. The Hollydale Center operated Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., while the Westside Center maintained extended hours from 6:15 a.m. to 5 :30 p.m., with additional evening hours scheduled as needed for special events and activities. Services provided to the communiffl at the Westside Resource Center: Monthly parent meetings at the Westside Resource Center were held on the second Tuesday of each month, beginning in July 2024. These sessions consistently drew an average attendance of approximately 15 parents. Throughout the academic year, parent training sessions-focused on child development, health, nutrition, and mental well-being-were made available both in-person and virtually via Zoom to families with children enrolled at the sites. Additionally, a new 10-week parent education program,Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors, was introduced to offer comprehensive support and training for parents. Westside Center: Home-Based Program Socializatiot Activities: Twice each month, the Westside Center comes alive with the energy of children enrolled in the Early Head Start Home-Based program as they participate in Socialization activities. These engaging sessions, each lasting a minimum of two hours, serve as a vital component of the program, promoting both social connection and developmental learning. Parents play an essential role in shaping these experiences. They actively contribute to the planning and evaluation of the socializations during home visits and at the events themselves, fostering a collaborative environment where learning and play are seamlessly integrated. These gatherings are more than just enjoyable moments-they are oppoitunities to build lasting relationships and foundational skills. The impact extends beyond the center, as parents are provided with valuable resources and information that empower them to support their child's growth and development at home. This holistic approacli to early childhood education ensures that every interaction is meaningful, enriching, and aligned with long-term developmental goals. Westside Cerxter: Califorriia State Preschool Program Full Day: Throughout the 2024-2025 academic year, in-person preschool services were consistently delivered to children aged 2 to 5, providing a developmentally appropriate and enriching educational experience. Program liours ranged from 6.5 to 11 hours per day, five days a week, Page 3 of 11 9

operating year-round to support sustained learning and growtli. Classrooms adhered to established capacity limits to ensure an optimal environment for both instruction and social interaction. To support children with special needs or beliavioral challenges, additional staff were assigned as necessary to promote successful inclusion and engagement within the classroom setting. The program extended its impact beyond the classroom by offering comprehensive support services to children and their families. Communication with families was maintained through multiple channels-including Zoom, phone, email, and text-ensuring continuous access to educational updates and developmental resources. Monthly meetings involving teachers, Family Advocates, and parents fostered strong home-school collaboration, aligning efforts to support each child's progress. Children also received educational materials to reinforce learning at home. Recognizing the diverse needs of families, the program provided access to essential resources such as food pantries, rental assistance, and mental health support. Mental health services were also made available to parents upon request, reinforcing the program's commitment to holistic family well-being. The preschool program demonstrated a comprehensive, family-centered approach to early childhood education-prioritizing individualized suppoit, active family engagement, and strong community partnerships to promote the optimal development of every child. Westside Center: California State Preschool Program Part Day: In-person preschool services were provided to 16 children per session, ages 3 to 5, for tliree hours daily, five days a week, over a 10-month period. The program offered a structured educational experience within a classroom setting, complemented by comprehensive support services for both children and their families. Children with special needs or behavioral challenges received individualized support through the assignment of an additional staff member, ensuring successful integration and positive peer interactions. Disabilities and Inclusion staff provided further assistance within the classroom, while Mental Health Specialists collaborated with both staff and parents to offer targeted support as needed. Families remained engaged through ongoing remote services delivered via Zoom, phone, email, and text. Monthly meetings between teachers or Family Advocates and parents facilitated consistent communication and collaboration. When necessary, distance learning options were also made available. Children received educational materials to support their participation, and tablets were distributed to families in need to ensure equitable access to learning resources. In addition to educational support, families were connected with essential community resources, including food pantries, rental assistance, and mental health services. Mental health support was also made available to parents upon request, reinforcing the program's commitment to holistic family well-being. Page 5 of 11 10

Services provided to the Hollydale Center: Parent gatherings at the Hollydale Center convened monthly, on the second Friday of each month, starting from July 2024, and were held in person. On average, five parents attended these sessions. Throughout the academic year, parents of enrolled children received training sessions on child development, health, nutrition, and mental well-being. Pasitos has (8) prescliool centers located within city of South Gate. At the end of the school year, in May or June 2025, a School Readiness/ Transition activity, which is the culmination activity of the children. Teachers set-up various activities wherein the parent and cliild were able to work together to complete tasks and/or projects. About 205 preschool children completed our Pasitos prescliool programs this year, ready to enter South Gate Kindergarten classes within the surrounding elementary schools. And, about 208 children are eligible to return for a second year in the program. Current Preschool Senrices at Westside and Hollydale Centers: Onsite at the Westside Resource Center Family Advocates are available to answer questions and make necessary referrals for the children and families. Community collaborators brought flyers to ensure ongoing infori'nation is available to the South Gate community families. Every week, approximately five individuals walk in and 20 more inquire via plione about the array of programs available at both the Westside Resource Center and the Hollydale Center, as well as throughout the City of South Gate. The busiest times of the year where we have walk-ins were in May - August. Since July 2024, our Family Advocates have been actively engaging with families bi-weekly tlirough phone calls, emails, and text messages, offering various services tailored to tlieir needs. To ensure comprehensive support, we utilize resources such as the South Gate website and the VISTA South Gate City Newsletter and Parks & Recreation Guide. At our front desk, common inquiries revolve around Medi-Cal, GED classes, job openings, English classes, CPR classes, WIC information, youth programs, summer park programs, and Pasitos enrollment. We take pride in our strong foundation at both centers and in our familiarity with the multitude of resources and services available throughout South Gate. Families across the city appreciate the Page 6 of 21 11

personalized assistance we provide, extending beyond preschool programs to encompass the wealth of opportunities across South Gate. South Gate Police Department and Fire Department have been gracious in agreeing to visit our sites to teach cliildren about safety. Children were also able to experience sitting in the police car and inspect the fire trucks. Employees participated in community events, sucli as the LGBTQ+ Pride Picnic, Fall into Health, Father Involvement, Movies and Concerts at the Park, and Back to School Backpack give-away, to promote the programs and services offered by HSA to the community. Parent Support Services Parents from the Pasitos program and the parents from the community (not enrolled in our program) received weekly parent nutrition and well-being (mental health) sessions. Parents shared and discussed different issues related to their home environment, food habits, parenting, child rearing, and family. Approximately 10 parents participated in tliis school year. We provided individual counseling at the Westside Resource Center for those families that needed intensive services; provided childcare in each meeting. The topics below highliglit the workshops provided: * Self-Care, Breathing, and Relaxing Practices (l class) * High/Scope Curriculum (1 class) * Parenting Classes (6 Sessions) * Domestic Violence trainings (l class) * Positive Solution for Families (Part 1 - 4 classes) * Positive Solution for Families (Part II -2 classes) * CFC Nutrition Workshop (4 classes) * Abriendo Puertas (6 Sessions) State Preschool at the Westside Resource Center School session started July 1, 2024 and will continue thru June 30, 2025. Breakfast, lunch, and/or snack was provided to the children enrolled in the program, following the USDA guidelines for meals. The most important goal of our early childhood curriculum is to help children become enthusiastic learners. This means encouraging children to be active and creative explorers who are not afraid to try out their ideas and to think their own thoughts. Our goal is to help children become independent, self-confident, inquisitive learners. We are teaching them how to learn, not just in preschool, but all through their lives. We are allowing them to learn at their own pace and in the ways that are best for them. We are giving those good habits and attitudes, particularly a positive sense of themselves, which will make a difference throughout their lives. Our curriculum identifies goals in all areas of development: a Social: To help children feel comfortable in school, trust their new environment, make Page/ofll rt 12

friends, and feel tliey are a part of the group. Emotiotxal: To help children experience pride and self-confidence, develops independence and self-control, and have a positive attitude toward life. Cognitive: To help cliildren become confident learners by letting them try out their own ideas and experience success, and by helping them acquire learning skills such as the ability to solve problems, ask