Minutes of September 23, 2025

Approved October 28, 2025

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

6:00 p.m.

1. Meeting called to order at 6:12 by President Schendel, Director Low leads Pledge of Allegiance.

2. Directors/Guests present: All Directors present. Guests Kenneth Chapa, and David Spain present.

Guests speak:

Ken Chappa: Assistant City Manager for Barstow is present and addresses the Board. Here to relay that the City of Barstow would like to extend the existing contract for another five years. Both entities agree that the contract is beneficial for both parties. The current contract has been sent to the City attorneys for review and update. The current contract looks as though there is not much to be changed. City’s goal is to have it approved by the City Council on October 21st and then bring it to the monthly Board meeting on October 28th. One part of the contract that needs clarification is the utilities. That will be investigated with input from both parties.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 8/26/2025, print out of bills/issued checks, and reconciliations report for August, Motion by Director Low second by Director Stradling. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. Directors Comments: No additional provided in addition to agenda items discussed.

5. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up:

Mural --- David Spain present and discusses texture of mural wall. Information provided on an alternative to painting on the wall. Online company, Bing Banners, does vinyl banners that are framed and then attached to the wall. Cost could be $2400 or more. Mr. Spain will work up a proposal for the Board for the next meeting.

Playground equipment – Delivery of latest items expected in October. Dinosaur items are still pending.

6. Parks:

a. Barstow Heights Park— No updates or situations to discuss.

b. Venner Park— Frontier will be hooking up Internet next week.

7. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel. No action taken.

8. Office Building and Area: Flags need replaced. Carol will order new ones. No other updates to share.

9. General Manager’s report (attached): Written report submitted to the Board prior to meeting. Topics reviewed. Two companies have been contacted about the cost of signs for both parks. Board asks Carol to contact HdL Company for tax assessment review and cost. Update on Carol’s upcoming absences from the office. Possibility of going dark for meetings in November and December. Situation will be reviewed at the October meeting.

10. Executive Session/Personnel GC54957.1: Not required. Review of General Manager discussed in open session. Motion by Director Craig to increase General Manager pay to $29 per hour, second by Director Low. Motion carried, no opposition. Increase approved and retroactive to first pay period of July 2025.

Adjournment at 7:31 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by Carol Mauk, General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Agenda for October 28, 2025 Meeting

Agenda for October 28, 2025 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday October 28, 2025 - 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 23, 2025

Financial/reconciliation report (September)

Financial Transaction Print-out (last meeting to 10/23)

4. Directors Comments

5. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up

Mural

6. Parks

    a. Barstow Heights

         (1) equipment placement and more

    b. Venner

         (1) cameras

        (2) exercise equipment

7. Correspondence

8. Office Building and Area

9. General Manager’s Report

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

Next Meeting Date: ???

Office Closure

 

The office will be closed

On Thursday, October 9, 2025

and re-open on

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Thank you

Minutes of August 26 2025

Approved September 23, 2025

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

6:00 p.m.

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

        2. Directors/Guests present: Director Craig not present, all other directors present. Guests Lucas Crank, Luke Basulto and Arthur Basulto present.

Guests speak:

Lucas Crank: Regarding contract renewal with BHCSD and City. City of Barstow is currently understaffed and having difficulty keeping up with the parks and other responsibilities. Officials have asked Mr. Crank to inquire as to whether the District can/would discontinue contract with the City. Currently there is no funding for full-time staff. Basic maintenance for the parks is 10-12 hours per week. Board takes matter under advisement and will investigate issues. Mr. Crank is asked to return to next month’s meeting for updates.

Luke and Arthur Basulto: Mr. L. Basulto addresses Board regarding the Soda Mountain Solar Project that is being proposed near the Zzyzx exit on BLM land adjacent to the Mojave National Preserve. The project was previously approved in 2016 but was abandoned due to opposition from various organizations because of the major impacts it would have on the desert lands. The current project owner is seeking support from local communities for the implementation and operation of the solar plant. Information and materials are provided to the Board for review. Several local agencies are opposing project, and the Directors are also urged to oppose it as well. A local informational meeting is being held on August 29, 2025, and parties are urged to attend. Motion by Director Roeder-German to oppose project, second by Director Low. Board unanimously approves opposition to the project with a vote of 4-0 (Director Craig not present) to oppose the Soda Mountain Solar Project. Letter in opposition will be prepared and sent to relevant agencies.

Also discussed is the non-profit “Saving Slowpoke” (savingslowpoke.org

) and their mission to educate the community on what the desert landscape in our area has to offer. Directors discuss use of District’s undeveloped property to aid in the mission. Further research and information to follow.

        3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 7/22/2025, print out of bills/issued checks, and reconciliations report for July, Motion by Director Stradling second by Director Roeder-German. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

        4. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up:

Mural --- Only update. Wall has been painted for the background.

New Septic --- Installed timely and project is complete.

Playground equipment – Delivery of latest items expected in October.

        5. Parks:

a. Barstow Heights Park— Big rock(s) suggested for placement near proposed dinosaur bones structure and creating petroglyphs on them.

b. Venner Park— No updates or information shared.

        6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel. No action taken.

        7. Office Building and Area: Carol still needs to check with Reyes to see about maintaining the office area landscape once a month. No other updates to share.

        8. General Manager’s report (attached): Written report submitted to the Board prior to meeting. Topics reviewed. Carol needs information from the City on the repair of the water leak before proceeding with paperwork.

        9. Directors’ Comments (New Business/Ideas/Discussion): No additional comments offered by Directors.

        10. Executive Session/Personnel GC54957.1: Not required. Review of General Manager deferred to September meeting (when all Directors are present).

Adjournment at 7:50 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by Carol Mauk, General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Agenda for September 23, 2025 Meeting

Agenda for September 23, 2025 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday September 23, 2025 - 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 26, 2025

Financial/reconciliation report (August)

Financial Transaction Print-out (last meeting to 9/18)

4. Directors Comments

5. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up

    Mural

    Playground equipment

6. Parks

    a. Barstow Heights

    b. Venner

7. Correspondence

8. Office Building and Area

9. General Manager’s Report

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

Next Meeting Date: October 28, 2025 @ 6:00pm

Minutes of July 22, 2025

 Minutes of July 22, 2025

Approved August 26, 2025

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

6:00 p.m.

1. Meeting called to order at 6:12 by President Schendel, who leads Pledge of Allegiance.

2. Directors/Guests present: Director Stradling not present, all other directors present. Guest Dave Spain present.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 6/24/2025, print out of bills/issued checks, and reconciliations report for June, Motion by Director Low second by Director Roeder-German. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition. (Director Craig arrives after approval)

4. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up:

Mural --- Dave Spain discusses mural animals’ portrayal, realistic versus caricature. After discussion, agreement is reached that bright colors will be included in some of the landscaping and the animals portrayed will lean toward cartoon style to include exaggerated animal features. Good coloring and features that appeal to children under six. Motion made by Director Roeder-German to name the area “Toddler Town,” second by Director Craig. Motion passed, no opposition. Toddler Town will be for use focused on children under a certain height. Supplies are ready. Board encourages Mr. Spain to get started as soon as possible.

New Septic --- Bids received. Discussion held. Motion made by Director Low to hire Hendley Enterprise, second by Director Roeder-German. Motion passed, no opposition, contract signed. President Schendel will notify Hendley.

5. Parks:

a. Barstow Heights Park— Shade covers of some type are discussed for Toddler Town. Options will be explored. President Schendel presents information on dinosaur play structures in the same area as Toddler Town. Discussion held, Board likes the idea and equipment. Motion made by Director Craig to order dinosaur bones play structures, second by Director Roeder-German. Motion passed, no opposition. President Schendel will pursue and check into slide for the area.

b. Venner Park— President Schendel presents information on putting exercise equipment at Venner Park. Board reviews information and will discuss it further at a later time. Frontier to be contacted regarding Internet installation and cost. Director Low indicates that goat-heads at Venner need cleaned up.

6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel. The current water bill is five times the previous months. Nothing has occurred that could have caused such a big jump. Carol will investigate the issue further.

7. Office Building and Area: Carol will check with Reyes to see about maintaining the office area landscape once a month in lieu of cleaning the outside area of H Street Park one week of the month.

8. General Manager’s report (attached): Written report submitted to the Board prior to meeting. Topics reviewed. Office will be closed the week of July 28th and August 4th and re-open August 12th. Carol will check with the City regarding the contract with the District.

9. Directors’ Comments (New Business/Ideas/Discussion): Director Low notes that H Street Park was very busy on Saturday, July 19th. Director Roeder-German indicates she is excited and proud about what the Board has accomplished in the last couple of meetings. No other comments offered by Directors.

10. Executive Session/Personnel GC54957.1: Not required. Review of General Manager deferred to a meeting when all Directors are present.

Adjournment at 7:37 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Opposition to Soda Mountain Solar Project

 

For information on the project go to:

https://www.energy.ca.gov/.../soda-mountain-solar-project

Information and Environmental Scoping Meeting for the Proposed Soda Mountain Solar Project

August 29, 2025 | 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Remote Access or In-Person

The California Energy Commission (CEC) will host an information and environmental scoping meeting pursuant to Public Resources Code section 25545.7.2 to present and solicit information on the proposed Soda Mountain Solar Project. Members of the public can participate in the meeting consistent with the attendance instructions.

Agenda for August 26, 2025 Meeting

Agenda for August 26, 2025 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday August 26, 2025 - 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 22, 2025

    Financial/reconciliation report (July)

    Financial Transaction Print-out (last meeting to 8/21)

4. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up

    Mural

    Playground equipment

5. Parks Grants for Playgrounds | Playground Grant Guide & More (ctrl + click from your computer to go to link)

    a. Barstow Heights

    b. Venner

6. Correspondence

7. Office Building and Area

8. General Manager’s Report

9. Director’s Comments

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

Next Meeting Date: September 23, 2025 @ 6:00pm

Office Closure

 

The office will be closed

The weeks of July 28^th

and August 4^th

and re-open 

Tuesday, 

August 12, 2025

Thank you

Meeting Minutes of June 24, 2025

Minutes of June 24, 2025 Meeting

Approved July 22, 2025

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

6:00 p.m.

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

2. Directors/Guests present: Director Roeder-German not present, all other directors present. Guest Dave Spain present.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 5/27/2025, print out of bills/issued checks, and reconciliations report for May, Motion by Director Stradling second by Director Low. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition. (Director Craig arrives after approval)

4. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up: Dave Spain discusses mural regarding animals’ portrayal. Sketches and ideas are shown to Board. Board agrees that the preference would be a more realistic look. It is noted that the bottom of the wall where mural will be may need some touch up work. Work on mural is expected to begin within a week.

5. Parks:

a. Barstow Heights Park— Septic overflowed on 6/16/2025. Silver Valley Septic was contacted and responded to clean up and assessment. Tank and leach lines need replacement. Board determines the best approach is to abandon current placement and install replacements (1000-gallon tank and around sixty feet of leach line) in the open area near the office building to hook up to current lines from restrooms.

President Schendel has contacted a company for a price for a metal canopy for open area being developed. Waiting for reply.

b. Venner Park— VandlGuard purchased and received. Carol will check with City to see if they will do the necessary work to cover the vulnerable areas. Still checking on Internet service for camera system. Carol requests clarification on required speed.

6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel. No action taken.

7. Office Building and Area: Outlet connected on outside of building to use for mural creation and other things as needed. Reyes Landscaping trimmed and cleaned yard around office. Al Fiero will no longer be maintaining the landscape. Carol will check with Reyes to see what can be worked out.

8. General Manager’s report (attached): Written report submitted to the Board prior to meeting. Topics reviewed. Carol will be gone from the office at the end of July to the beginning of August. Not other discussion.

9. Directors’ Comments (New Business/Ideas/Discussion): Director Stradling notes that the squirrel population at H Street is growing, and needs addressed. Carol will contact City for information on their method of action with this issue. No other comments offered by Directors.

10. Executive Session/Personnel GC54957.1: Not required. Review of General Manager deferred to a meeting when all Directors are present.

11. 2025-2026 Budget discussion/approval: Discussion held. Budget agreed upon. Resolution 25-1 passed unanimously by Board Members in attendance.

Adjournment at 7:44 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Agenda for July 22, 2025 Meeting

Agenda for July 22, 2025 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday July 22, 2025 - 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 24, 2025

    Financial/reconciliation report (June)

    Financial Transaction Print-out (last meeting to 7/17)

4. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up

5. Parks

    a. Barstow Heights

     b. Venner

6. Correspondence

7. Office Building and Area

8. General Manager’s Report

9. Director’s Comments

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

Next Meeting Date: August 26, 2025 @ 6:00pm

Minutes of May 27, 2025

APPROVED JUNE 24, 2025

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

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 Stradling not present, all other directors present. Guest Dave Spain present.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 4/22/2025, print out of bills/issued checks, and reconciliations reports for March and April, Motion by Director Low second by Director Craig. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up: Dave Spain discusses mural, currently known to be titled, “Desert Dwellers” with Board. Discussed paint types and work process. Motion made by Director Roeder-German to advance $500 for materials, second by Director Craig, motion passed with no opposition. Contract provided and reviewed by Mr. Spain and Board. Motion made by Director Roeder-German to approve, second by Director Low, motion passed. No opposition.

5. Parks:

a. Barstow Heights Park— Need specs and measurements for area to be developed as “Toddler Town.” Motion made by Director Craig to order up to three items for the area, second by Director Low, passed with no opposition. Items preferred are a ladybug climber, inch worm, and butterfly if available. President Schendel will forward emails to Carol who will follow through with ordering. Discussion held regarding shade covers for area and tin roof structures will be researched for the area.

b. Venner Park— Grant for Venner is still open. Board agrees to investigate improved lighting and to upgrade exercise equipment, as well as getting internet service for the park.

6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel. No action taken.

7. Office Building and Area: Yard maintenance needs to be done. Carol will contact Bob’s Cooling to do sealing around roof unit. Both jobs need done timely.

8. General Manager’s report (attached): Written report submitted to the Board prior to meeting. Topics reviewed. Rubber mulch for beneath swings is discussed. Carol will contact Lucas Crank for an estimate of the amount needed for parks. Carol also informs the Board that Budget review and adoption for 2025-26 fiscal year is to be completed on June 24th meeting. Desert Signs needs to be called regarding the printing of park rules signs. Board Resolutions will be organized and put into a binder and completed as time permits.

9. Directors’ Comments (New Business/Ideas/Discussion): No Directors offer additional comments.

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

Adjournment at 7:27 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Agenda for June 24, 2025 Meeting

Agenda for June 24, 2025 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday June 24, 2025 - 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 27, 2025
    Financial/reconciliation report (May)
    Financial Transaction Print-out (last meeting to 6/19)
4. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up

5. Parks
    a. Barstow Heights (septic tank)

    b. Venner

6. Correspondence
7. Office Building and Area
8. General Manager’s Report
9. Director’s Comments
10. Exec Session – Litigation GC54956.99(A)/Personnel GC54957.1
11. 2025-2026 Budget discussion/approval

Next Meeting Date: July 22, 2025 @ 6:00pm

Minutes of April 22, 2025

Approved May 27, 2025

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, April 22, 2025

6:00 p.m.

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

2. Directors/Guests present: Director Roeder-German not present, all other directors present. Guests Dave Spain and Lucas Crank present.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 3/18/2025, and print out of bills/issued checks, Motion by Director Stradling second by Director Low. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up: Dave Spain discusses mural with Board and provides drawings and tentatively names characters (animals). Mural will be approximately 16x8 feet on the office wall that faces Rimrock. Supplies will be purchased, and receipts will be presented for reimbursement.

5. Parks: Lucas Crank, Maintenance Supervisor of the City of Barstow, speaks to the Board and provides updates. The city provides services to nine parks in the Barstow area. Currently, the crew consists of seven full-time and three part-time workers. City is currently focused on upgrading and improving Fogelson Park. Heights parks’ restrooms are checked and cleaned daily. Lawns are mowed twice a week, depending on the time of year and compost is laid once a year, usually in December or January. Restrooms are the most vandalized place of parks in general. Graffiti is low in Heights parks. A product to “graffiti proof” targeted areas called VandlGuard is discussed, and Board agrees to try this at both parks and purchase a five-gallon supply. Also discussed is ground cover under swings on playgrounds. Rubber mulch chips are noted to be effective. Discussion held regarding the maintenance room at Venner for use by District.

Carol notes that current rules adopted by resolution are not currently displayed at either park. Signs need to be made and posted soon.

The board is informed that both parks were very busy over the Easter weekend.

a. Barstow Heights Park— Fencing on the west side of the parking lot has been removed, as well as all the barbed wire around the area where the water tower was. New poles have been set to line up fence with office fence line. Director Stradling will work on dirt leveling.

              b. Venner Park— Lighting at the park needs to be evaluated and most likely updated. The park address is still in question. Carol will contact the County Assessor for help with the issue.

6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel. SDRMA premium briefly discussed. Other items reviewed; no action taken.

7. Office Building and Area: Al Fiero has not been by the office as far as Carol knows. Bob’s Cooling has been contacted to do sealing around roof unit.

8. General Manager’s report (attached): Written report submitted to the Board prior to meeting. Draft letter for Home Depot approved by Board, Carol will prepare a final draft to send. Old and expired filed documents are discussed. History, legal or injury information are to be kept within the system. Disposal methods reviewed. Carol will see what is allowed within the county.

9. Directors’ Comments (New Business/Ideas/Discussion): Director Low notes frustration with couple selling tamales in the afternoon evening at H Street Park. Resolution hopefully in process. No other Directors offer comments.

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

Adjournment at 7:13 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Agenda for May 27, 2025 Meeting

Agenda for May 27, 2025 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday May 27, 2025 - 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 22, 2025

Financial/reconciliation report (March/April)

Financial Transaction Print-out

4. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up

5. Parks

a. Barstow Heights

b. Venner

6. Correspondence

7. Office Building and Area

8. General Manager’s Report

9. Director’s Comments

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

Next Meeting Date: June 24, 2025 @ 6:00pm

Minutes of March 18, 2025

Minutes of March 18, 2025 (Approved 4-22-2025)

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday,

March 18, 2025

6:00 p.m.

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

2. Directors/Guests present: All Directors present. Guest Dave Spain present.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 2/25/2025, print out of bills/issued checks, financial and reconciliation reports. Motion by Director Craig second by Director Stradling. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up: Dave Spain discusses mural with Board and offers ideas of baby animals is various settings. Home Depot letter will be prepared and ready when project gets to that stage regarding donation of plants.

5. Parks: Email read to Board from Lucas Crank. Summarized: Daily cleaning, stocking, and emptying of trash receptacles. Grasses mowed, irrigated timely and operating properly, playground equipment inspection. Repaired and replaced tractor spring rider at Venner with a newer one.

    a. Barstow Heights Park— Two solar lights have been installed, 8000 lumens each with remote and attached to 24-foot poles. Lights brighten when movement is near. Fence on parking lot side will be moved in, and lot improvements will be done in stages. Tractor Supply is noted as possible donor for the new park area. Motion made by Director Roeder-German to start phase one of project, second by Director Craig. Board unanimously approves to move forward with improvements. Top of the list is ladybug, caterpillar, and butterfly to be focal points of the play area. Canopy cost to be researched also. Current basketball court is approximately 30’ by 60’. Discussion held about the expansion of the area as this seems to be popular with the community. Outside perimeter of the park was measured and determined to be just under one quarter mile. Board would like to see a walking path mapped out and will work on that project also.

        i. Director Low shares with the Board that animal waste is not being picked up and disposed of by park visitors. Board agrees to post signs and notice on park websites and re-visit this issue in the future.

    b. Venner Park— Director Low suggests a workout area in the park. Director Stradling indicates that ground under swings needs evaluated for better long-term materials. President Schendel is still exploring internet options and indicates Starlink may work in the area.

6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel. Grant checks from the State of California received and shared with the Board. Other items reviewed; no action taken.

7. Office Building and Area: Al Fiero is back in Barstow and should be back to trim and clean the yard around the office. Bob’s Cooling suggests a seal around the AC/Heating unit on the office roof. Carol will contact them.

8. General Manager’s report (attached): Written report submitted to the Board prior to meeting. Reviewed, no issues for discussion. The office will be closed the week of March 24th and re-open April 2nd or 3rd.

9. Directors’ Comments (New Business/Ideas/Discussion): Director Low suggests parking stops for vehicles placed where needed on Beryl St. President Schendel indicates clean up needs to be done on and around L Street near the freeway on and offramps. Suggests contacting local organizations for assistance. Director Craig expresses the desire for a splash pad at the park.

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

Adjournment at 7:13 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Park Rules for Barstow Heights Parks

 

April 22, 2025 Meeting Agenda

Agenda for April 22, 2025 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday April 22, 2025 - 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 March 18, 2025

    Financial/reconciliation report (deferred)

    Financial Transaction Print-out

4. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up

5. Parks

    a. Barstow Heights

    b. Venner

6. Correspondence

7. Office Building and Area

8. General Manager’s Report

9. Director’s Comments

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

Next Meeting Date: May 27, 2025 @ 6:00pm

Office Closure

 

The office will be closed

The week of March 31, 2025 and will

re-open on April 2 or 3, 2025

 Thank you

Minutes of February 25, 2025

Approved March 18, 2025

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, February 25, 2025 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 Directors present. Guest Dave Spain present.
3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 1/28/2025, print out of bills/issued checks. Motion by Director Roeder-German to approve with a second by Director Stradling. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.
4. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up: Board gathers for discussion of development of dirt lot next to office. Ideas are discussed and costs noted. Guest Dave Spain is present to get ideas of proposed mural for the area. Lot size is approximately 138’x54’ which is large enough to include a couple of small areas for community use. Brightly colored animals, desert wildlife, indigenous plants, and appropriate ground cover for a proposed “toddler town” area are top of the list items. Appropriate shade covers as well. Possible small learning area with information about desert wildlife discussed. Board wants to fix the surrounding fence and move/compact the ground in the area to prepare for installation of equipment. Board would like a mural painted on the Rimrock side of the office, and possible extend around the building. The preliminary cost estimate is $1500. Director Craig shares that Home Depot has a “Team Depot” program that oversees requests for donations/work for communities. Carol will draft a letter for review and revision by the Board at the next meeting.
5. Parks: No reports received from the City.
a. Barstow Heights Park— Board discussed options for adding on to the basketball court area. Also, possible walking path around the perimeter of the park. Solar lights are possible for the west corner by Rimrock, near shade cover and in dirt lot. Director Low notes that water comes around 11am each day. City will be contacted to check the timers.
b. Venner Park— Spectrum Internet indicates that there is an active account with the Venner Park address. Needs further investigation to get set up completed.
6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel. Some items noted. Carol administers the Oath of Office to Directors Schendel, Low and Stradling for their Certificates of Appointment in Lieu of Election. All Directors were appointed by the Board of Supervisors on January 28, 2025, as there were no candidates for the November 2024 ballot.
8. Office Building and Area: No issues.
9. General Manager’s report (attached): Written report submitted to Board prior to meeting. Most noted is the completion and submission of grant paperwork. The state has notified Carol that the District can expect funds in six to eight weeks.
10. Directors’ Comments (New Business/Ideas/Discussion): Nothing more to add by Directors. All comments were included in discussion of proposed new development.
11. Executive Session/Personnel GC54957.1: Not required.
Adjournment at 7:36 p.m.
Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by
Carol Mauk,
General Manager/Secretary/Clerk