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PRCSC - Discussion Regarding the Factors Involved in Holding Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission Meetings at Locations Other Than the Mike Balkman Council Chambers at City Hall.
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Meeting Date: June 4, 2019
Contact Person/Dept: Corey Lakin/PRCS Department
Phone Number: (310) 253-6682
Fiscal Impact: Yes [X] No [] General Fund: Yes [X] No []
Public Hearing: [] Action Item: [X] Attachments: Yes [X]
Public Notification: (Email) Meetings and Agendas - Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission (05/30/19); (Email) Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department Updates (05/30/19)
Department Approval: Corey Lakin, PRCS Director (05/29/19)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) Commission discuss the factors involved in holding PRCS Commission meetings at locations other than the Mike Balkman Council Chambers at City Hall.
BACKGROUND
Over the past several months, the possibility of holding more PRCS Commission meetings at locations other than the Mike Balkman Council Chambers at City Hall (off-site meetings) has been raised by both City Council Members and PRCS Commission Members. At the May 7, 2019 meeting, the Commissioners asked staff to return with information regarding the factors involved in holding off-site meetings, including any expenditure of additional City resources that may be necessary.
DISCUSSION
When discussing the possibility of holding off-site Commission meetings, there are several factors to consider, including facility accommodations (such as room size and parking), the off-site videotaping fee, facility availability and any related loss of potential rental revenue, equipment needs, and dedicated staff time.
Facility Accommodations
The off-site facilities managed by the PRCS Department, listed from those with the most meeting space to thos...
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