Attendees

✓ Robert Martinez (Chairperson)

✓ Neal Jerry (Vice Chairperson)

✓ Patricia Pereda Arlt (Commissioner)

✓ Carl Cooper (Commissioner)

✓ Julissa Montenegro-Olivas (Commissioner)

✓ Linda Takeuchi (Commissioner)

✓ Jamie Aviles (Commissioner)

✓ Karen Comstock (Council Member)

✓ Present: 8/8

Decisions

#1

APPROVED

#2

APPROVED

#3

APPROVED

Agenda Items

#I

Call to Order

The meeting was called to order at 6:01 p.m.

#II

Pledge to the Flag

The flag salute was led by Vice Chairperson Jerry.

#III

Roll Call

The roll call was taken, and all Commissioners were present except for Commissioner Aviles, who arrived late.

#IV

Ceremonial

Introduction of new staff members and the Teen Advisory Committee.

#V

Consent Calendar

The minutes of the August 25, 2025, meeting were approved.

#VI

Public Communications

Stubby Barr spoke about the issue with decomposed granite at the new park in the Preserve.

#VII

Teen Advisory Committee Report

The Teen Advisory Committee reported on their activities and upcoming events.

#VIII

Information

Reports were given on various programs and services, including the Fireworks Update, Facilities and Contract Classes, SOAR/RAAP After School Programs, and High Five and PALS.

#IX

Action Items

The Commission reviewed and established Commissioners' assignments and parks, and established a User Fees Review Sub-Committee.

Public Comments

1 speaker

Stubby Barr · Topic: Decomposed granite at the new park in the Preserve

Stubby Barr spoke about the issue with decomposed granite at the new park in the Preserve, stating that it is not an approved walking surface and does not meet the requirements of the building code or ADA.