CC 2013-11-12_08.h. Sponsorship of Skate ParkMEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: STEVEN ADAMS, CITY MANAGER f
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF SPONSORSHIP OF SOUTH COUNTY SKA TE
PARK
DATE: NOVEMBER 12, 2013
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the City Council: 1) appropriate $1,000; and 2) approve an
expenditure of $1,000 for sponsorship of the South County Skate Park in Grover Beach.
IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES:
The recommendation will result in an expenditure of $1,000 to the General Fund
unappropriated fund balance and will not impact personnel resources.
BACKGROUND:
After a period of closure due to lack of funding, the South County Skate Park in Grover
Beach has been reopened and is run by the South County YMCA. The City recently
received the attached request for a $1,000 sponsorship of the program.
ANALYSIS OF ISSUES:
Since the City's substantial budgetary restrictions began several years ago, all financial
assistance requests to local organizations have been suspended. Staff recommends
the City Council make an exception with regard to this request because a number of
circumstances make it unique. First, the facility is located within a block of the City limit
and directly serves Arroyo Grande youth. Second, staff has investigated ways in which
to address the need for skateboarding opportunities for local youth. Participation in the
Grover Beach facility is by far the most economical. Third, the City has experienced a
number of issues of damage to public facilities due to skateboarding in inappropriate
locations. Therefore, providing a feasible alternative will directly benefit the City by
reducing these incidents.
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CITY COUNCIL
CONSIDERATION OF SPONSORSHIP OF SOUTH COUNTY SKATE PARK
NOVEMBER 12, 2013
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ALTERNATIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for the Council's consideration:
1) Approve the appropriation and expenditure;
2) Approve a different amount of assistance;
3) Do not approve the sponsorship; or
4) Provide staff with other direction.
ADVANTAGES:
Sponsoring the Grover Beach Skate Park will help provide a feasible and appropriate
location for a popular and constructive youth activity.
DISADVANTAGES:
No disadvantages have been identified other than the cost.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
No environmental review is required for this item.
PUBLIC INFORMATION AND COMMENTS:
The Agenda was posted in front of City Hall on Thursday, November 7, 2013 and on the
City's website on Friday, November 8, 2013. No comments were received.
Attachment:
1 . South County YMCA Sponsorship Request
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Honorable Mayor and City Council Members:
The South County YMCA has been operating the South County Skate Park in Grover Beach since March
1,2013. In an effort to keep the Park open for local youth,we are respectfully requesting a sponsorship
from the City of Arroyo Grande in the amount of$1,000.00.This amount will assist in offsetting
operation costs.
The South County Skate Park offers local youth an opportunity to practice their skills,get outdoor
exercise, learn skating etiquette and make new friends. In a era of increasing childhood obesity,the
Skate Park is a safe and healthy alternative to staying indoors.
If you would like more information about the South County Skate Park, please contact Monica Grant,
Executive Director,SLO County YMCA,or Linda Wingert,South County Director,they can be reached at
(805)543-8235.Thank you for your consideration in supporting the South County Skate Park.
Working Together,
South County YMCA Skate Park Task Force:
Jerome Jones,Sports Coordinator,YMCA Staff
Kathy Petker, Parks and Recreation Program Director,City of Grover Beach
Jim Battersby, Board Member, Retired Cal Poly Instructor
Ed Waage, Pismo Beach City Council Member
Anita Shower, Eco Rotary President
Robert Robert, Eco Rotary Member
Mark Corella, District Manager Wells Fargo
Nancy Marohn, Nipomo Recreation
Steve and Julie Schuman,SLOCO Data,Owner
www.sloymca.org
www.facebook.com/southcountyskatepark
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