Meeting
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Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission
Virtual Meeting
Albany, CA 94706
Thursday, May 12, 2022 |
AGENDA
Thursday, May 12, 2022, 7:00 PM
COVID-19 NOTICE – PUBLIC MEETING GUIDELINES
Consistent with California Assembly Bill 361, given the proclaimed state of emergency and the Alameda County Health Care Services Agency Director’s recommendation for continued social distancing for public meetings, which is also consistent with CalOSHA requirements for social distancing for public meetings, Advisory Body members will be participating in public meetings via phone/video conferencing. The public is invited to participate via the methods below:
How to watch the meeting from home:
How to submit Public Comment:
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Members of the public may submit comments in writing by emailing the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Commission at [email protected] with the Agenda item number clearly identified in the subject line of the email. Comments may also be submitted by mail to City of Albany – PROSC Meeting Comments, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706. All written comments received by 5 PM on the day of the meeting will be provided to the Committee before the meeting and posted on the website. Other written comments received after 5 PM will still be provided to the Committee and be included as part of the meeting record. |
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To comment by video conference, click the “Raise Your Hand” button to request to speak during public comment period. You will be asked to unmute yourself when it is your turn to make your comment. After the allotted time, you will then be re-muted. |
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To comment by phone, you will “Raise Your Hand” by pressing *9 to request to speak during public comment period. When it is your turn to make your comment, you will be asked to unmute yourself by pressing *6. You will be re-muted after the allotted time. |
| 1. | CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
The following Land Acknowledgement Statement shall be read at the beginning of each City Council meeting and Advisory Body meeting per Albany City Council Minute Action, November 15, 2021.
“The City of Albany recognizes that we occupy the land originally protected by the Confederated Villages of Lisjan. We acknowledge the genocide that took place on these lands and must make strides to repay the moral debt that is owed to this indigenous people, specifically the Ohlone Tribe. We thank them for their contributions which have transformed our community, and will continue to bring forth growth and unity. The City of Albany commits to sustaining ongoing relationships with the Tribe and together build a better future for all that now make this their home.”
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| 2. | APPROVAL OF MINUTES: April 14, 2022
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| 3. | PUBLIC COMMENT
For persons desiring to address the Advisory Body on an item that is not on the agenda. Please note that each speaker is limited up to three (3) minutes. The Brown Act limits the Commission’s ability to take and/or discuss items that are not on the agenda; therefore, such items are normally referred to staff for comment or to a future agenda.
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| 4. | ANNOUNCEMENT
Staff and Commissioner announcements, reports and updates of status of previous agenda items.
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Update on Eucalyptus Project on Albany Hill and Natural Areas Maintenance – Margot Cunningham, Natural Areas Coordinator
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| 6. | DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON MATTERS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
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Street Tree Applications - John Hawkridge, Urban Forester
a. 620 Curtis St – Chinese Pistache
b. 654 San Gabriel Ave – Coast Live Oak
c. 841 Santa Fe – Liquidambar (2)
d. 1435 Thousand Oaks Blvd - Camphor
e. 1000 San Pablo Ave – Mexican Fan Palm
f. 1350 Washington Ave – Sweetgum
Recommendation: Approve tree removal based on criteria in the City Tree Removal Policy and Procedures for non-emergency removals: Sections 2.1.a and 2.1.b |
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| 7. | FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Commissioners announce requests for future agenda items.
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| 8. | NEXT MEETING: Thursday, June 9, 2022 at 7 PM
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NOTICE
As a general policy, the Commission/Committee/Board will not begin discussion or consideration of an agenda item after 10:00 PM.
Agendas are posted for public inspection in advance of meetings at the City Hall, the Albany Community Center, and the Albany Senior Center. Agendas and supporting documents can also be found online at: www.albanyca.org. Supporting documents and any public comments received will be made available for public inspection online or via email request. If you have any questions pertaining to any agenda item or meeting procedure, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 1 (510) 528-5710 or [email protected].
Please note that if you provide your name and address when speaking before the Commission or submitted as part of your written public comment, the information will become part of the official public record, which will be posted online and subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and State Law, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administration Office 1 (510) 528-5710. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting where possible will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102.104 ADA Title II)”. Upon request, we will provide written agenda materials in appropriate alternate formats, of disability related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in public meetings. Please deliver a written request, including your name, mailing address, phone number and brief description of the requested materials and preferred alternative format or auxiliary aid or service at least two (2) days before the meeting where possible. Request should be sent to: [email protected] or City Clerk, 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706.