Recreation Commission Meeting

PIEDMONT RECREATION COMMISSION Regular Meeting Minutes for Wednesday, October 18, 2023 A Regular Session of the Piedmont Recreation Commission was held on October 18, 2023, in the City Hall Council Chambers at 120 Vista Avenue. In accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2 (a), the agenda for this meeting was posted for public inspection on October 13, 2023. CALL TO ORDER Chair Dick Carter called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Dick Carter, Jenny Feinberg, Lisa Gardner, Rebecca Posamentier, Sara Ironside, and Aamir Virani Staff: Recreation Director Chelle Putzer Absent: Susan Terrill PUBLIC FORUM There was no Public Comment on the matter. REGULAR AGENDA The Commission considered the following items of regular business: Approval of Minutes Resolved, that the Recreation Commission approves the Recreation Commission meeting minutes of September 20, 2023. Moved by Posamentier, Seconded by Virani Ayes: Carter, Feinberg, Gardner, Ironside, Posamentier, Virani Noes: None Absent: Terrill Chair’s Report Chair Carter reported on various events in the city training for City Commissioners regarding the Brown Act Director’s Report Recreation Director Chelle Putzer reported on the Fall middle-school sports season, Halloween Spooktacular, the Harvest Festival, and the Schoolmates conference camp. Commissioner’s asked questions and provided comments. There was no Public Comment on the matter. Staff Spotlight Ms. Putzer introduced Kenny Wong and Katrina Morris. They provided details on themselves as the staff spotlight recognition. Mr. Wong shared that he is the Recreation Coordinator, and supports the three Schoolmates programs. He grew up in Eastbay, has over 20 years of experience working with kids, and really enjoys it. Katrina Morris shared that she has been with the City for 19 years, and referenced her professional progression from all three school sites - Wildwood Havens, and Beach Elementary. She is now the Recreation Supervisor of Schoolmates and the preschool programs. Ms. Putzer noted that David Hopkins was honored for his 34 years with Schoolmates.

Piedmont Recreation Commission October 18, 2023 2 There was no Public Comment on the matter. Consideration of Recommendations from the Subcommittee on Schoolmates Ability to Meet the Demands of Families for Childcare in Piedmont Update Commissioner Aamir Virani presented the report of the subcommittee’s recommendations for Schoolmates ability to meet the demands of families for childcare in Piedmont. The report included subcommittee and report objectives, background information, Schoolmates history, subcommittee activities, findings from childcare survey, findings of facilities and capacity, responses of PRD actions for 2023-2024, conclusion, and recommendations. Ms. Putzer provided some updates on staffing, space, and capacity, stating that childcare should be simple and affordable. Commissioner’s asked questions and provided comments. There was no Public Comment on the matter. Resolved, that the Recreation Commission approves the Report and Recommendations from the Subcommittee on Schoolmates Ability to Meet the Demands of Families for Childcare in Piedmont. Moved by Gardner, Seconded by Ironside Ayes: Carter, Feinberg, Gardner, Ironside, Posamentier, Verani Noes: None Absent: Terrill Discussion of Recreation Commission 2023-2024 Workplan including Possible Subcommittees Chair Carter discussed potential items for a Recreation Commission 2023-2024 work plan. Commissioners discussed suggestions on items to be included in the work plan. Ms. Putzer stated subcommittees should only be formed if necessary, and that alot of subcommittees were formed during COVID. Going forward, the focus will be on what the committee has already worked on and getting those items implemented. Commissioner’s asked questions and provided comments. There was no Public Comment on the matter. Upcoming Commissioner Volunteer Opportunities Update Ms. Putzer reported that volunteers are needed for the Halloween parade and spooktacular, and new sports areas (coaching, scoring, etc.). Commissioner’s asked questions and provided comments. There was no Public Comment on the matter. ANNOUNCEMENTS There were no announcements discussed. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Presentation by Kim Turner on the Fair Play Act for girl sports, presentation audit on Recreation status of Kim Turner’s presentation, Moraga Specific Plan, and recognition of Recreation staff. NEXT MEETING Wednesday, November 15, 2023 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Chair Carter adjourned the meeting at 9:37

Piedmont Recreation Commission October 18, 2023 3 p.m.

City of Piedmont

Recreation Commission Agenda

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

7:30 p.m.

City Council Chambers, 120 Vista Avenue, Piedmont, CA

Call to Order

Public Forum This is an opportunity for members of the audience to speak on an item not on

the agenda.

Regular Agenda

1. Approval of Minutes – September 20, 2023

2. Chair’s Report

3. Director’s Report

4. Staff Spotlight

5. Consideration of Recommendations from the Subcommittee on Schoolmates Ability to Meet the

Demands of Families for Childcare in Piedmont

6. Discussion of Recreation Commission 2023-24 Workplan Including Possible Future

Subcommittees

7. Update on Upcoming Commissioner Volunteer Opportunities

Announcements, old business and consideration of future agenda items

Adjourn

Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Recreation Commission are available for public inspection in the

Recreation Department during normal business hours.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact

the City Clerk at (510) 420-3040. Notification at least two business days preceding the meeting will enable the City to make

reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. [28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II]

In accordance with G.C. Sec. 54954.2 (a) this, notice and agenda were posted on the City Hall bulletin board and in the Piedmont

Police Department on October 13, 2023.