13-121 - City of Sunnyvale - State of California

Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes
May 8, 2013
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year round, multi-faceted aquatics program and therefore would require a steep learning curve
by the City.
Holly Lofgren provided a letter of support for CSC. She thanked the City for supporting
aquatics. During the last 11 years CSC has exceeded expectations for running the pool, and
has met all program expectations and some. They have wholesome, friendly, efficient staff
members and provide lively programs. Holly has three suggestions regarding typographical
errors, which she provided to staff. She thanked Lisa Rosenblum and staff for collaborating to
create an effective RFP. She has concerns about the insurance and suggests Commissioners
recommend Alternative 1 with a recommendation to Council to inquire about the impact to small
groups being required to get the particular insurance policy.
Vice Chair Pochowski closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Harms inquired about the insurance requirements by the City. Director
Rosenblum responded, explaining that the City Attorney and Risk Manager extensively
researched the insurance and strongly recommended the $5 mil / $10 mil aggregate coverage.
She indicated that it is not over-coverage for a pool of this size with the level of existing activity.
Commissioner Pochowski stated he supports the Alternative 1 with the recommendations that
Council consider the liability insurance issue. He wants to assure program operators can afford
to participate at the pool. He requested staff provide data on the fiscal impact to swim clubs.
Nancy Grove, Community Services Manager, explained that the contract requires CSC to obtain
the coverage, but does not stipulate the requirement for individual programs. If CSC passes the
insurance requirement onto the programs then they would need to collect that information.
Commissioner Alexander inquired about the fiscal impact on the swim club fees. Margaret
Copley doesn’t have the amounts. She agreed to research and bring data to the Council
meeting on May 21, 2013.
Commissioner Pasqua motioned, and Commissioner Harms seconded to approve
Alternative 1; Approve, in substantially the same form as attached, the proposed
agreement between California Sports Center and the City of Sunnyvale for the Operation
of Public Swim Programs at Fremont High School Pool. Commission requests that Staff
contact Sunnyvale Swim Club to request comparative data for City Council regarding the
impact of liability insurance requirements. Motion carries (4-0)
5. Discussion and Possible Action of Draft Park Dedication Fund
Superintendent Morton reviewed the draft plans for park dedication funds, which will be
presented to City Council.
Vice Chair Pochowski opened the public hearing.
Jim Reynolds, of the Sunnyvale Historical Society, identified the item “Orchard Heritage Park”
scheduled for 2015/16 on the park dedication fund schedule. The plan is to remove a
maintenance shed and dumpster which obstruct the entrance to the museum. He urged to have
this item moved forward 1-2 years. The remodel will install 2 iron gates, gardens and gazebos,
which will enhance the space. The museum reflects life in the 1800’s, hosts 8 Victorian teas