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 and June 27, 2023 and will re-open on 

June 28, 2023

April 25, 2023 Meeting

Approved May 23, 2023

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

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: Low, Stradling, Roeder-German and Rebecca Craig all present. No guests present.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 3/28/2023 and print out of bills/issued checks. Motion by Director Stradling to approve with a second by Director Low. Motion carried/items approved, no discussion/opposition.

4. Parks: Ms. Ellis is not present. She is on extended leave. Board informed that Lucas Crank is covering her duties. Reports on both parks received 4/25/2023 and reviewed by Board. Some questions, Carol will contact Mr. Crank for clarification.

a. Barstow Heights Park— report says some vandalism and BBQ’s need addressed. Board notes outside perimeter needs weeds removed and area cleaned up (City takes care of inside of park). Reyes Landscaping is contacted for bid, will provide on 4/26. Director Low moves to hire crew for one time clean up for a total up to $600 for both parks, Director Craig seconds motion. Motion carried/approved, no discussion/opposition. Director Low indicates that dumpster needs moved and turned around as wind continues to blow the lid open and birds are making a mess with the trash. Also, additional pick-ups are discussed. Carol will contact Burrtec.

b. Venner Park— report notes problems with vandalism, restrooms and BBQs need addressed. Raised sidewalks are also noted.

5. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel. No items to address.

6. Office Building and Area: Multiple squirrels have been relocated. Nothing else to address.

7. General Manager’s report: Written report given to Directors prior to meeting. Carol indicates a new computer is needed due to lagging and age of system. Carol will check on some systems. President Schendel notes that Ken Colbly may be able to help with computer and will bid on camera replacements for the surveillance system. Other grant writers will be sought for help with future efforts.

8. Directors’ Reports (roundtable): Offered only by Director Roeder-German. Suggests possible name for future park, “Tommy Craig Hiking Trails” on corner of H Street and Linda Vista. Also, proposes new equipment for the H Street Park with a fantasy theme. President Schendel shares that the water leak on Windy Pass and M Street is still an issue. Director Stradling shares that a town hall meeting will take place on 4/26 regarding the new BNSF development if anyone is interested in attending. No other reports offered.

9. Executive Session: Not needed.

Adjournment at 7:09 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

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Agenda for May 23, 2023 Board Meeting

Agenda for May 23, 2023 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 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 April 25, 2023
    Financial/reconciliation report
    Financial Transaction print-out
4. Parks (inspection reports)
    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
10. Budget Review

Next Meeting Date: June 28, 2023
(I will be taking my son to the airport on 6/27)

Minutes of March 28, 2023 (Approved 4/25/2023)

APPROVED APRIL 25, 2023

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
6:00 p.m.

1. Meeting called to order at 6:02 by President Schendel who leads Pledge of Allegiance.

2. Directors/Guests present: Low, Stradling, Roeder-German and Rebecca Craig (present by phone while enroute to meeting). No guests present.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 2/28/2023 and print out of bills/issued checks. Motion by Director Stradling to approve with a second by Director Roeder-German. Motion carried/items approved with no discussion/opposition.

4. Parks
Ms. Ellis is not present, no reports available. Playground audits on both parks done by Dynacon on 3/3/2023 made available to Board for prior review.
    a. Barstow Heights Park— some squirrels have been re-located. New park signs discussed by Board. Board will bring back ideas to next meeting. Board discusses hiring grant writer for next meeting and possibly to write/apply for new grants. Motion by Director Roeder-German, second by Director Low. Motion carried/no opposition. Carol will contact company. Board recommends audit be sent to City for review of repairs needed.
    b. Venner Park— Audit indicates equipment needs replaced. Prior to this meeting arrangements were made with Pacific Play to revise plan of new equipment being installed at H Street Park and instead, move it to Venner. Equipment will arrive next week with installation to take place shortly after. Carol will further look into prior grant approval from OGALS being transferred to Venner park.

5. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel. Power outage to take place on 4/7/2023 that will affect H Street. Letter received from SBCo Auditor indicating tax-defaulted properties going up for auction. No further items to address.

6. Office Building and Area: Nothing to address.

7. General Manager’s report: Written report given to Directors prior to meeting. Nothing to add. Based on report, motion made by Director Roeder-German to pay regular bills with online banking, second by Director Craig, motion carried, no opposition/discussion. Carol will check on getting this started.

8. Directors’ Reports (roundtable): Offered only by Director Craig with suggestions for park name on the corner of H Street and Linda Vista when time presents. President Schendel shares that the hole was patched that caused the water leak on Windy Pass. Director Stradling talks about future plans for the park on the hilltop of H Street, courts, dog park, walking paths. Things that will keep some of the natural terrain.

9. Executive Session: Not needed.
Adjournment at 7:07 p.m.
Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,
General Manager/Secretary/Clerk 

Agenda for April 25, 2023 Meeting

Regular Meeting Agenda

Tuesday, April 25, 2023 - 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 28, 2023

Financial Transaction print-out

4. Parks (inspection reports)

    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 23, 2023

Minutes of February 28, 2023

Approved March 28, 2023

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Approved March 28, 2023

Tuesday, February 28, 2023 6:00 p.m.

1. Meeting called to order at 6:01 by President Schendel. Director Low leads Pledge of Allegiance.

2. Directors/Guests present: Low, Stradling, Roeder-German and Rebecca Craig. Guests, Scott Walker; Sabrina Ellis from City of Barstow, are present. Mr. Walker inquires to Board about various issues in the Heights area, new water tank operation, street light on the corner of H and Rimrock, ideas for lot at H Street park where water tank was.

3. Approval/consent items: Minutes of 1/24/2023, and print out of bills/issued checks. Motion by Director Stradling to approve with a second by Director Roeder-German. Motion carried/items approved with no discussion/opposition.

4. Auditor – Paul Kaymark:

Board connected via Zoom. Mr. Kaymark does not join during the meeting. Matter is deferred to a later time.

5. Parks

Ms. Ellis is present, provides reports to Board on both parks. No significant issues to address. City will replace some fencing at H Street that was damaged.

a. Barstow Heights Park— horseshoe stake needs replaced. City is currently re-seeding grass area. Also noted by Director Low is that some nuts are missing on the overhead canopy. City will check.

b. Venner Park— Lower playground there is graffiti that needs cleaned.

Ms. Ellis informs Board of Easter celebration at the Sportspark on 4/1/2023.

6. Correspondence: Reviewed by President Schendel. Nothing to address.

7. Office Building and Area: Gate latch was replaced. Squirrels are still making new holes.

8. General Manager’s report: Written report given to Directors prior to meeting. In addition to report Carol notes questionnaire was submitted to SDRMA in time for the $75 credit toward premium. Also, Board agrees that certain decisions and actions via email are acceptable to them. Carol will look into rules, if any, regarding that.

9. Directors’ Reports (roundtable): Offered only by Director Roeder-German who makes a motion to hire grant writer Moore Consulting in Apple Valley to execute further grants. Second from Director Low, motion carried, no opposition.

10. Executive Session: Not needed.

Adjournment at 7:11 p.m.

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by

Carol Mauk,

General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Agenda for March 238, 2023 Meeting

Agenda for March 28, 2023 meeting.

Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 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 February 28, 2023
Financial/reconciliation report (Jan/Feb)
Financial Transaction print-out
4. Parks (inspection reports)
    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: April 25, 2023