Minutes of April 28, 2026

Approved May 19, 2026

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

6:00 p.m.

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

2. Directors/Guests present: All other Directors present., Guest Jane Laraman-Brockhurst present.

Guests speak:

Jane Laraman-Brockhurst: Present and discusses mural for H St. Park. She has brought a preliminary rendering from one of the artists who works with Main Street Murals. She would like a list of animals for the image and anything else to be included. Completion in September. Installation of finished image would be done by the district. Image will be on four sheets of plywood for a total measurement of sixteen feet wide by eight feet tall. Cost will be $30 per square foot, with supplies approximately $500. Motion by Director Roeder-German to move forward, second by Director Craig, motion carried, no opposition.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 3/24/2026, print out of bills/issued checks, January, and February financials. Motion by Director Stradling second by Director Craig. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. Directors Comments/New Business:

Director Roeder-German lists items to be considered for improvement in the parks. Items mentioned, lights for the basketball court, artificial grass, toy equipment, artificial rocks for climbing, and solar lights upon mural completion. Also noted is compensation for the instructor who provides a free class for the community on Monday evenings, which generates use of the park. Motion is made to set compensation amount of $160 per month, second by Director Craig, motion passed unanimously.

Director Craig comments briefly on the lawsuit involving the district.

Director Stradling will be getting three to four large rocks for landscape purposes for new area. Petroglyph representation will be displayed on them.

5. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up:

Park Maintenance Agreement--- Board discusses agreement and proposals by City and District. Board agrees that at this time any major financial changes would affect projects currently in progress. Carol will draft an email to send to Ken Chapa and submit it to Board for approval.

Mural --- Project to go forward. All are looking forward to the completed project.

6. Parks: Directors

a. Barstow Heights Park— Dinosaur equipment has been ordered and will arrive in five to twelve weeks. Board would like another “tire worm” in the new play area. Bathroom toilets need to be evaluated (Carol will contact Lucas Crank).

b. Venner Park— Director Roeder-German suggests that improvements to park be listed and get started and be funded with remaining balance of state grant money available under the project “Venner Park improvements.”

i. Cameras—Discussion held, Ring, other options, and installation by High Desert Alarm to be evaluated. Placement to be determined.

ii. Exercise equipment—Available area to be measured.

7. Correspondence: Reviewed by Board and no action taken.

8. Office Building and Area: Carol will contact Reyes landscaping to touch up and straighten some of the office area landscaping. Also, will inquire about grass removal in some areas of both parks.

9. General Manager’s report (attached): Report reviewed. Carol added that she will be moving out of state, most likely before the end of the year and wanted to notify the Board as soon as possible after the decision was made. She will keep them informed as things progress. At Carol’s request, the Board agrees to move the May general meeting up to May 19th.

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

Adjournment at 7:45 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. (one week early at request of Carol)

Submitted by Carol Mauk, General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Office Closure

 

The office will be closed

May 21, 2026 and May 26-28, 2026

 

 

and re-open on

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Thank you

 

Agenda for May 19, 2026 Meeting

Agenda for May 19, 2026

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday May 19, 2026 - 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 28, 2026

Financial/reconciliation report (Mar/Apr)

Financial Transaction Print-out (last meeting to 5/19)

4. Directors Comments/New Business

5. Pending Business/Updates/Follow-up

Park Maintenance Agreement w/City of Barstow – update

Mural status

Park Rules sign installation

6. Parks

    a. Barstow Heights

     b. Venner (grant money, $73692, still available)

        (1) cameras/exercise equipment/lighting

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: June 23, 2026

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Minutes of March 24, 2026

Approved April 28, 2026

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

6:00 p.m.

1. Meeting called to order at 6:10 by President Schendel, who leads Pledge of Allegiance.

2. Directors/Guests present: All other Directors present, Director Roeder-German late. Guests Ken Chapa and Sherry Baily present.

        Guests speak:

            Ken Chapa: Assistant City Manager for Barstow is present, and discussion held regarding contract with city. Mr. Chapa indicates that roaming security for the City parks has been hired and is in operation, but not at the Heights’ parks. Information provided by District regarding “regular and usual” duties for parks that have been paid for and provided by the CSD. Mr. Chapa asked for a scope of duties for each entity that provides a service for the District. Board will discuss it further and submit another proposal at or before next meeting. Mr. Chapa leaves meeting when discussion is complete.

            Sherry Baily: Present and shares desire to start a community gathering at the park(s) with Tai Chi instruction and education. No charge for classes at the park and technique is noted at easy. Ms. Baily carries her own insurance and provides written information to Board. Discussion held and Board supports Ms. Baily’s efforts. Activity to begin on March 30, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. Projected time is approximately 30 minutes. Ms. Baily leaves meeting when discussion is complete.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 2/24/2026, print out of bills/issued checks (financials deferred to April) Motion by Director Stradling second by Director Low. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. Directors Comments/New Business:

New and different vendors are showing up to sell their items. President Schendel says he will stop and speak with them. To note, the morning tamale people have Board permission to set up on the property in the mornings only. All others are not authorized to be on park properties.

5. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up:

    Park Maintenance Agreement--- Ken Chapa previously present and Board discuss options. Director Roeder-German proposes that the District offer to cover 10% of water bills that have been paid for by the City of the last several years.

    Mural --- Project to continue with Jane Laraman-Brockhurst of Main Street Murals. Updates for the next meeting.

6. Parks: Directors Low and Stradling with take on task of getting park rules signs installed at both parks.

            a. Barstow Heights Park— Gates previously discussed will not be practical at this time. Directors would like to install a walking path around the perimeter of the park. Director Stradling may be able to carve out a path with his tractor. Board discusses grass removal in some areas. Director Low says that the park needs more trees (fast growing) for shade.

                    i. Equipment placement—Planning and placement discussed regarding proposed Toddler Town. Directors will meet on March 30th in the proposed area to confirm placement and appropriate equipment. Director Roeder-German will take on the design of the park area. President Schendel will work on getting dinosaur equipment ordered. Discussed installing butterfly and caterpillar equipment in the upper part of the enclosure. Dirt needs leveled and compacted.

            b. Venner Park— Board wants to explore walking path along with some work out stations.

                    i. Cameras—Ring cameras appear to be the best option. Placement to be determined.

                    ii. Exercise equipment—Directors would like to install some, but at what capacity is still pending.

7. Correspondence: Reviewed and no action taken.

8. Office Building and Area: Carol will contact Reyes landscaping to touch up and straighten some of the office area landscaping.

9. General Manager’s report (attached): Reviewed. Items previously discussed or no discussion required.

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

Adjournment at 7:58 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by Carol Mauk, General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Agenda for April 28, 2026 Meeting

Tuesday April 28, 2026 - 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 24, 2026
Financial/reconciliation report (Jan/Feb)
Financial Transaction Print-out (last meeting to 4/23)
4. Directors Comments/New Business
5. Pending Business/Updates/Follow-up
Park Maintenance Agreement w/City of Barstow
Mural
6. Parks
a. Barstow Heights
(1) equipment placement and more
b. Venner (grant money still available)
(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: May 26, 2026

Tai Chi at H Street Park

 

Minutes of February 24, 2026

Minutes of February 24, 2026

(approved March 24, 2026)

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

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 Craig not present, all other Directors present. Guests Kenneth Chapa and David Spain present.

            Guests speak:

                    Ken Chapa: Assistant City Manager for Barstow is present, and discussion held regarding contract with city. Water bills for previous year were provided to Directors and discussed. City is proposing District share cost of water bills. Director Roeeder-German suggests 65/35 split as current water costs would impact the District’s ability to operate efficiently. Board also discusses work that has been performed by city workers and additional that could be added. Mr. Chapa indicates that new revenue is expected for the city in the next 18 months and it is possible the city could assist with park improvements. Board will discuss and submit a preliminary proposal before next meeting.

                    David Spain: Present and has been given $500 for prior work. Board discusses final compensation for his time and expense on the development of wall mural. Motion by President Schendel to issue $750 to Mr. Spain is made, second by Director Low, motion carried and unanimously approved by Board. Final payment of $750 is made on this date.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 1/27/2026, print out of bills/issued checks (financials deferred to March) Motion by Director Stradling second by Director Roeder-German. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. Directors Comments:

Director Low and his wife removed the metal furniture object that was an eyesore at the corner of H Street and Rimrock which was a display of posted signs. He also contacted the City regarding the man who brings a cooker and sells food on the “city” side of H Street. He was told to “go ask him.”

Director Stradling inquired about the lawsuit that the District has received information about. Subpoena was emailed to the District to produce the Park Maintenance Agreement with the City of Barstow.

5. Old Business/Updates/Follow-up:

Park Maintenance Agreement--- Ken Chapa present and discussion held.

Mural --- Board agrees to and will continue on project with Jane Laraman-Brockhurst with Main Street Murals.

6. Parks:

a. Barstow Heights Park—

i. Equipment placement—Planning discussed to install butterfly and caterpillar equipment in the upper part of the enclosure. Dirt needs leveled and compacted.

b. Venner Park—

i. \Cameras—President Schendel asks Board to investigate some options, to see what choices are available within reasonable cost. Ring and solar are possibilities.

ii. Exercise equipment—Decision put on hold for further updates and information.

7. Correspondence: Reviewed and nothing to address by Board.

8. Office Building and Area: No updates to share.

9. General Manager’s report (attached): No written report for the month. Updates shared during agenda items discussion.

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

Adjournment at 7:36 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by Carol Mauk, General Manager/Secretary/Clerk