At Venner Park!!!!

 

Holiday Closure

The office will be closed

The weeks of December 23, 2024 and

December 30, 2024

and will re-open on January 7, 2025

Thank you

Office Closed

 

The Office will be closed on 

December 6-7, 2024 

and will reopen on December 12, 2024

Meeting Minutes of October 22, 2024

Approved November 19, 2024

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

6:00 p.m.

proved November 19, 2024

1. Meeting called to order at 6:04 by President Schendel, Director Low leads Pledge of Allegiance.

2. Directors/Guests present: Director Craig not present, all others present. Guest Jonathan Garcia present and has information regarding construction of pickle ball courts. Board thanks Mr. Garcia and indicates they will review the information.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 9/24/2024, reconciles for August and September, and print out of bills/issued checks. Motion by Director German to approve with a second by Director Low. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. New Business/Roundtable (Directors’ comments): Director German discusses cleaning of restrooms. Also, inquiries made as to the amount of taxes the City receives to maintain the parks. The Board would like to investigate details of Park Maintenance agreement with the City. Director German also notes the dark area at H Street Park along Rimrock and would like a light installed. Director Low approves of Titan Janitorial for weekly maintenance only of restrooms at $20 per day twice a week. Any emergency or extra cleaning would be provided at a cost. More information is required to proceed. President Schendel shares that there is no update on the mail thefts in the Heights’ areas. Director Stradling indicates there was mail theft in his area in September. The Board collectively discusses the reality of pickle ball courts and agrees that the entire project is too costly currently and further research and discussion is needed.

5. Parks: No written reports received.

    a. Barstow Heights Park—No updates or other information to provide.

    b. Venner Park— Sign for grant information is almost done and placement is discussed.

6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel and shared. No discussion required.

7. Office Building and Area: QuickBooks charged $999 for subscription. The cost is too much for the amount of the program that is actually used. Carol will call the company for further information. The balance reported by State Comp is due, Carol will zero out account next week.

    a. Purchasing Policy Resolution. Resolution 2024-4 is adopted and passed unanimously by the Board.

    b. Conflict of Interest Code. Resolution 2024-5 is adopted and passed unanimously by the Board.

8. General Manager’s report: Written report submitted to Board prior to meeting. Some items previously discussed. Carol does notify the Board she will be gone December 4-9, 2025, and will work one or two days that week depending on workload.

9. Executive Session/Personnel GC54957.1: Not required.

Adjournment at 7:22 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Agenda for November 19, 2024 Meeting

Agenda for November 19th meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday November 19, 2024 - 6:00 p.m.
Meeting Facilitator: President Schendel
Directors: G. Low, R. Stradling, B. Roeder-German, R. Craig

1. Call to order and Flag Salute
2. Roll call/Acknowledgment of guests/public comments/questions
3. Items for Approval
Minutes of October 22, 2024
Financial/reconciliation report (Oct)
Financial Transaction print-out
4. New Business/Roundtable (Directors’ comments)
5. Parks
a. Barstow Heights
b. Venner
6. Correspondence
7. Office, Building, and Area
8. General Manager’s Report
9. Exec Session – Litigation GC54956.99(A)/Personnel GC54957.1

Next Meeting Date: November 19, 2024

Minutes of September 24, 2024

Approved October 22, 2024

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, September 24, 2024, 6:00 p.m.

1. Meeting called to order at 6:08 by President Schendel, Director German leads Pledge of Allegiance.

2. Directors/Guests present: Director Stradling not present, all others present. Guests Amanda Figueroa of Titan Janitorial present. Jonathan Garcia joins later during meeting discussion.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 8/27/2024 and print out of bills/issued checks. Motion by Director Craig to approve with a second by Director German. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. New Business/Roundtable (Directors’ comments): Director German and Director Craig discuss contractors Aaron Wilhoit and Jonathan Garcia as contractors for pickle ball courts. President Schendel suggests iron gates with timed locks for restrooms areas. Also notifies Board about mail theft case and cautions everyone to be aware of surroundings. Director German would like to know what percentage of Heights tax revenues goes to the City of Barstow. Research required. Director German makes motion to advance November meeting to 11/19/2024, second by Director Low, all in favor, no opposition.

5. Parks: No written reports received.

Amanda Figueroa addresses Board regarding condition of park restrooms. After review and discussion, Board hires Titan Janitorial for a deep cleaning, top to bottom, of all restrooms at H Street and Venner parks. Cost for cleaning will be $1000. Motion by Director German, second by director Low, all in favor, no opposition. Bid is to be provided to Board for cost of regular restroom checks/cleaning.

a. Barstow Heights Park—No updates or other information to provide other than issue with restrooms.

b. Venner Park— No updates or other information to provide other than issue with restrooms.

6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel and shared. No action.

7. Office Building and Area:

a. Purchasing Policy Resolution. Deferred to October.

b. Conflict of Interest Code. Brief discussion held. Board requests policy be redone to one page. County will be notified by October 1st and code to be adopted at October meeting.

8. General Manager’s report: Written report submitted to Board prior to meeting. Conflict of Interest Code will be updated and emailed to Board and then adopted in October. Balance due to State Comp Insurance Fund is discussed as policy was canceled and workmen’s comp is now being managed by SDRMA. Carol will contact SCIF.

9. Executive Session/Personnel GC54957.1: Not required.

Adjournment at 7:40 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Park Improvements

The Board of Directors would like to see the public's input on what they want to have at the H Street Park and Venner Park that are both in the Barstow Heights. Walking paths, certain types of equipment, benches, trees or something else? Please comment ideas and they will be considered.

Agenda for October 22, 2024 Meeting

Agenda for October 22, 2024 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - 6:00 p.m.

Meeting Facilitator: President Schendel

Directors: G. Low, R. Stradling, B. Roeder-German, R. Craig

1. Call to order and Flag Salute

2. Roll call/Acknowledgment of guests/public comments/questions

3. Items for Approval

        Minutes of September 24, 2024

        Financial/reconciliation report (Aug/Sept)

        Financial Transaction print-out

4. New Business/Roundtable (Directors’ comments)

        a. Director German- clean-up of former water tower area

5. Parks

        a. Barstow Heights

        b. Venner

6. Correspondence

7. Office, Building, and Area

        a. Purchasing policy resolution

        b. Conflict of Interest Code resolution

8. General Manager’s Report

9. Exec Session – Litigation GC54956.99(A)/Personnel GC54957.1

Next Meeting Date: November 19, 2024

Minutes of August 27, 2024

Approved September 24, 2024

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, August 27, 2024

6:00 p.m.

1. Meeting called to order at 6:03 by President Schendel, Director Stradling leads Pledge of Allegiance.

2. Directors/Guests present: Director Low not present, all others present. Guests Ken Kolbly, Shane and Linda Brown of HS Brown Construction, Shane Smith of Longhorn Electric also present.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 7/23/2024, print out of bills/issued checks, financials and reconciles. Motion by Director Stradling to approve with a second by Director Craig. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. New Business/Roundtable (Directors’ comments): President Schendel informs Board of mail theft occurring in the Heights area. Notice was provided to authorities and information posted on social media. Director Stradling notifies everyone he will be on vacation for the September meeting.

5. Parks: No written reports received. Carol provides information received in emails.

    a. Barstow Heights Park—Pickle ball courts discussion held with guests. HS Brown Const. would do all the work except for electrical (to Longhorn Electric) and fence (to C&M Fence). For terraced courts, three would fit with stairs to each court and retaining wall required on three sides with fencing on top of that. Park benches at each level, with separation fencing at each level and timed lighting. Required engineering and permit draws to be taken care of by District. Board will discuss further, do research, and determine what is best for the area.

Ken Kolbly provides information on Starlink Internet service and camera system for the park. Minor issue with the cameras, but it should be resolved very easily. Otherwise, all working fine.

    b. Venner Park—Ken also informs Board that Starlink could be linked from H Street to Venner Park but would be costly. Goal is to provide a camera system at Venner park. Other options will be investigated.

            i. Carol informs Board that a video meeting is set for next Wednesday with the grant representative to get reimbursement and more improvements going.

6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel and shared. No action.

7. Office Building and Area:

    a. Workman’s Comp decision. Motion by Director Roeder-German to go with less expensive option of SDRMA coverage, second by Director Craig. Motion carried, no opposition. Board resolution reviewed and unanimously approved by Board.

    b. Purchasing policy update. Current policy reviewed and updated by Board. Dollar amount increased to $12,000 and a couple of minor changes. Policy will be updated and approved at next meeting.

8. General Manager’s report: Written report submitted to Board prior to meeting. Conflict of Interest Code will be emailed to Board and then updated in September.

9. Executive Session/Personnel GC54957.1: Not required.

Adjournment at 7:25 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Agenda for September 24, 2024 Meeting

Agenda for September 24, 2024 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 - 6:00 p.m.

Meeting Facilitator: President Schendel

Directors: G. Low, R. Stradling, B. Roeder-German, R. Craig

1. Call to order and Flag Salute

2. Roll call/Acknowledgment of guests/public comments/questions

3. Items for Approval

Minutes of August 27, 2024

Financial/reconciliation report (N/A, deferred to October)

Financial Transaction print-out

4. New Business/Roundtable (Directors’ comments)

5. Parks

a. Barstow Heights

b. Venner

6. Correspondence

7. Office, Building, and Area

a. Purchasing policy resolution

b. Conflict of Interest Code

8. General Manager’s Report

9. Exec Session – Litigation GC54956.99(A)/Personnel GC54957.1

Next Meeting Date: October 22, 2024

July 23, 2024 Minutes

Minutes of July 23, 2024 (approved August 27, 2024)

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 6:00 p.m.

1. Meeting called to order at 6:09 by President Schendel, Director Stradling leads Pledge of Allegiance.

2. Directors/Guests present: All Directors present. No guests.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 6/25/2024, print out of bills/issued checks, financials and reconciles. Motion by Director Roeder-German to approve with a second by Director Craig. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. New Business/Roundtable (Directors’ comments): Directors discuss purchasing Starlink Internet system as current Internet provider is not adequate for camera system. Motion by Director Low with a second by Director Stradling to purchase system. Motion carried, no opposition. Shade cover replacement is in progress. Director Roeder-German asks if canopies come with designs (for future purchase). Current purchasing policy is reviewed by Board and needs updated and will be addressed at August meeting.

5. Parks: No reports received.

     a. Barstow Heights Park— Per Director Low, water timers are off. Pickle ball courts discussed. Director Roeder-German provides diagrams and artwork for concept. New ten-foot chain link fencing with privacy on west and north of fencing. Current fencing can be moved to accommodate more room if needed. Proposed pickle ball courts, volleyball court, within one blue tennis court, marked and lined per standards. With lights, gates and desert landscaping. Mechanical locks with timers may be desirable.

    b. Venner Park—Tree damaged in windstorm and may need removed.

6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel and shared. Nothing to review.

7. Office Building and Area: No matters to address.

8. General Manager’s report: Written report submitted to Board prior to meeting. Grant required document, Deed Restriction is signed and notarized and needs to be recorded with the County. Office in Hesperia. No other matters to address.

9. Executive Session/Personnel GC54957.1: Discussion held 7:10-7:16 out of the presence of Carol. Board offers .50 cent raise and increase of $100 per month for travel/gas expenses. Motion by Director Stradling to implement new salary with a second by Director Craig, motion carried/no opposition. New rate effective immediately with per hour rate retroactive for July.

Adjournment at 7:30 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Office Closed

 The office will be closed

August 29, 2024 and will

re-open on September 3, 2024

Agenda for August 27, 2024 Meeting

Agenda for August 27,2024 meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 - 6:00 p.m.

Meeting Facilitator: President Schendel

Directors: G. Low, R. Stradling, B. Roeder-German, R. Craig

1. Call to order and Flag Salute

2. Roll call/Acknowledgment of guests/public comments/questions

3. Items for Approval

        Minutes of July 23, 2024

        Financial/reconciliation report

        Financial Transaction print-out

4. New Business/Roundtable (Directors’ comments)

5. Parks

    a. Barstow Heights

            i. Pickle ball court

     b. Venner

             i. Improvements for grant

6. Correspondence

7. Office Building and Area

            a. Workman’s Comp decision

            b. Purchasing policy update

8. General Manager’s Report

9. Exec Session – Litigation GC54956.99(A)/Personnel GC54957.1

Next Meeting Date: September 24, 2024

Mail Thefts

HEIGHTS RESIDENTS! BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR THE FOLLOWING:

In the Heights area there is a four-door silver Honda going around steeling mail out of mailboxes. Some mail has been recovered. If you think you have had mail stolen, you can call 760-256-8473 to check if any of this mail belongs to you.

If you know this silver four door Honda, California license 9NFB062, please call the above number, or the office at 760-252-2262.

Agenda for July 23, 2024 Meeting

Agenda for July 23, 2024 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 - 6:00 p.m.

Meeting Facilitator: President Schendel

Directors: G. Low, R. Stradling, B. Roeder-German, R. Craig

1. Call to order and Flag Salute

2. Roll call/Acknowledgment of guests/public comments/questions

3. Items for Approval

            Minutes of June 25, 2024

            Financial/reconciliation report

            Financial Transaction print-out

4. New Business/Roundtable (Directors’ comments)

5. Parks

    a. Barstow Heights

     b. Venner

6. Correspondence

7. Office Building and Area

8. General Manager’s Report

9. Exec Session – Litigation GC54956.99(A)/Personnel GC54957.1 (Carol)

Next Meeting Date: August 27, 2024

Notice of Election

 

Minutes of May 28, 2024

Minutes of May 28, 2024 (Approved June 25, 2024)

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, May 28, 2024, 6:00 p.m.

1. Meeting called to order at 6:05 by President Schendel who . leads Pledge of Allegiance.

2. Directors/Guests present: Director Roeder-German not present. Guest Ken Kolbly present.

Mr. Kolbly takes Board through the process with the new camera system and provides demonstration. App information provided and downloaded by members.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 4/23/2024, print out of bills/issued checks, financials and reconciles. Motion by Director Low to approve with a second by Director Craig. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. New Business/Roundtable (Directors’ comments): Internet needs upgraded to accommodate new camera system. Canopy inspection is scheduled to take place on June 3, 2024. Director Stradling will meet with crew at the parks. Carol will contact company for more details and provide contact information to them.

5. Parks: No reports received.

a. Barstow Heights Park— Water leak was discovered upon installation of cameras. Leak was a minor repair and fixed by camera installers. Carol will check with Golden State Water on the status of the vacant lot and the entity technically in charge of activity on lot.

b. Venner Park—Restrooms at Venner Park had a complaint on social media. Carol will check with the city for status. Fencing be basketball hoop has been repaired/replaced by C&M Fence. No other issues noted.

Streetlights at both parks and pole numbers have been sent to SCE. Follow up with replacement of bulbs next month.

6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel and shared.

7. Office Building and Area: No issues to address. . No squirrels. !

8. General Manager’s report: Written report submitted to Board prior to meeting no discussion.

9. Executive Session/Personnel GC54957.1: None required.

10. 2024-2025 Budget discussion: Deferred to June meeting.

Adjournment at 7:00 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Agenda for June 25, 2024 Meeting

Agenda for June 25, 2024 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 - 6:00 p.m.

Meeting Facilitator: President Schendel

Directors: G. Low, R. Stradling, B. Roeder-German, R. Craig

1. Call to order and Flag Salute

2. Roll call/Acknowledgment of guests/public comments/questions

3. Items for Approval

        Minutes of May 28, 2024

        Financial/reconciliation report

        Financial Transaction print-out

4. New Business/Roundtable (Directors’ comments)

5. Parks

a. Barstow Heights

b. Venner

6. Correspondence

7. Office Building and Area

8. General Manager’s Report

9. Exec Session – Litigation GC54956.99(A)/Personnel GC54957.1 (Carol)

10. 2024-2025 Budget discussion

Next Meeting Date: July 23, 2024

Park Shade Covers

    The shade canopies at H Street Park and Venner Park have been removed for repairs. Company indicates they should be back in two to three weeks.

    If you see anything broken, missing or in need of repair at either park, please contact the City at (760) 256-5617, comment on this page or call the BHCSD Office at 760-252-2262.

Thank you for your patience.

Meeting Minutes of April 23, 2024

Minutes of April 23, 2024 (Approved May 28, 2024)

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

6:00 p.m.

1. Meeting called to order at 6:06 by President Schendel. Director Stradling leads Pledge of Allegiance.

2. Directors/Guests present: All members present. No guests.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 3/26/2024 and print out of bills/issued checks, financials and reconciles. Motion by Director Stradling to approve with a second by Director Roeder-German. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. Parks Reports on both parks received from Lucas Crank, City of Barstow.

a. Barstow Heights Park— Camera equipment to be installed. Cameras will be placed on poles that District will provide where necessary.

b. Venner Park—Bumble bee spring toy still out, part is on back-order. Director Stradling provides pictures to Board of issues that need addressed/fixed. Plexi on new equipment has been broken out, fencing by basketball court needs repaired or replaced, backboard needs repaired, court has a slick area that needs “roughed up.” Park needs more complete maintenance regarding spread of the gravel and wood chips. President Schendel and Director Stradling will check out the issues after meeting.

Director Stradling checked out streetlights at both parks and pole numbers sent to Carol. Edison will be contacted.

5. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel and shared. No action taken.

6. Office Building and Area: No issues to address. No squirrels….yet! Board suggests invoice/check sheet for Al Fierro to complete after providing maintenance.

7. General Manager’s report: Written report submitted to Board prior to meeting, a few comments added. Carol will check on keys for the locked gated area. Carol reminds Board of upcoming days away from the office. Office will be closed May 9, 14-16 and reopen May 21, 2024.

8. Directors’ Reports (roundtable): Director Craig inquires about fruit vendors setting up next to the “no soliciting” sign that is both in English and Spanish. No other reports or discussion offered.

9. Executive Session/Personnel GC54957.1: None required.

Adjournment at 7:12 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Agenda for May 28, 2024 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 - 6:00 p.m.

Meeting Facilitator: President Schendel

Directors: G. Low, R. Stradling, B. Roeder-German, R. Craig

1. Call to order and Flag Salute

2. Roll call/Acknowledgment of guests/public comments/questions

3. Items for Approval

            Minutes of April 23, 2024

            Financial/reconciliation report

            Financial Transaction print-out

4. New Business/Roundtable (Directors’ comments)

5. Parks

            a. Barstow Heights

             b. Venner

6. Correspondence

7. Office Building and Area

8. General Manager’s Report

9. Executive Session – Litigation GC54956.99(A) and Personnel GC54957.1

10. 2024-2025 Budget discussion

Next Meeting Date: June 25, 2024

Office Closure

 

The office will be closed

May 9, 2024 through

May 16, 2024 and will

re-open on May 21, 2024

 

Thank you

Minutes of March 26, 2024

 Minutes of March 26, 2024 (approved 4/23/2024)

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES         Tuesday, March 26, 2024        6:00 p.m.

1. Meeting called to order at 6:03 by President Schendel who leads Pledge of Allegiance.

2. Directors/Guests present: All members present. No guests.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 2/272024 and print out of bills/issued checks. Motion by Director Stradling to approve with a second by Director Craig. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition. (Financial/reconciliation reports deferred to April)

4. Parks Reports on both parks received from Lucas Crank, City of Barstow.

a. Barstow Heights Park— Camera equipment has been received; lighting is still on back order. Work and installation are set to begin after April 11th. City workers cleaned up the trash and weeds inside the fenced area where the water tower was removed. No other issues.

b. Venner Park—Light pole in the park has wires hanging out, not sure who “owns” that light. Canopy has small tears and will need repaired.

Board discusses canopies and would like to have then inspected by proper entity. Director Stradling will check out streetlights at both parks and get pole numbers to Carol so that Edison can get non-working lights replaced. Surveillance signs and rules signs will be posted at both parks soon. Materials will be orders and President Schendel will be printing signs. Signs to be placed at entrances and restrooms with a minimum three sides of each park having signs.

5. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel and shared. No action taken.

6. Office Building and Area: Flag will need replaced soon.

7. General Manager’s report: Written report submitted to Board prior to meeting, no further discussion. Carol does share upcoming days away from the office. Office will be closed May 9, 14-6 and reopen May 21, 2024.

    a. Priority list—At request of Carol, due to more than a couple of pending projects, Board discusses and sets priority list. Carol will send link to Directors Roeder-German and Craig with State grant information.

8. Directors’ Reports (roundtable): Director Roeder-German would like to see a movie in the park night at H Street Park when the weather is warmer. Suggests purchasing a blow-up screen and get use of a projector. Also noted is the need for a PR system to project sound. No other reports or discussion offered.

9. Executive Session/Personnel GC54957.1: None required.

Adjournment at 7:08 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

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Agenda for April 23, 2024 Meeting

Agenda for 4/23/2024 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday, April 23, 2024 - 6:00 p.m.

Meeting Facilitator: President Schendel

Directors: G. Low, R. Stradling, B. Roeder-German, R. Craig

1. Call to order and Flag Salute

2. Roll call/Acknowledgment of guests/public comments/questions

3. Approval/Consent Items

Minutes of March 26, 2024

Financial/reconciliation report

Financial Transaction print-out

4. Parks

    a. Barstow Heights

    b. Venner

5. Correspondence

6. Office Building and Area

7. General Manager’s Report

8. Directors’ Reports (roundtable)

9. Executive Session – Litigation GC54956.99(A) and Personnel GC54957.1

Next Meeting Date: May 28, 2024