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CITY OF COLTON AGENDA REPORT FOR COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 21, 2006 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: AMER JAKHER; P.E., P.W. DIRECTORICITY ENGINEER SUBJECT: AUTHORIZE REMOVAL OF TWO CHAVEZ PARK BENCHES, UNSAFE FOR PUBLIC USE, AND RESTORATION OF THE THIRD CHAVEZ PARK BENCH. DATE: MARCH 13, 2006 BACKGROUND: There are three historic picnic benches located adjacent to the Frank A. Gonzales Community Center. These benches were donated to the City of Colton eighty four years ago by: Newman Parmer, Ezra Elgan, the Colton Woman's Club, and the Colton Teachers' Club. All three tables were built by Newman Parmer, an architectural designer, and are now located at Chavez Park. DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS: As a result of the age of the benches their condition has deteriorated and they are no longer in good condition. Two of the three tables which were donated are now taped off due to the danger they pose to the public. Cracks, protruding metal and flaking paint are among the reasons the public's access to these two bench sets has been suspended. The third table although not in "good" condition is deemed acceptable for use and will need funding in order to ensure its preservation. As the tables are historic this matter was brought before the Historic Preservation Committee on November 9, 2005 and March 8, 2006. The Commission agreed with staff's findings and recommended removal of two of the three Chavez Park benches as they are not safe for public use. It has been requested by the Commission that the plaques embedded in each of these two tables be saved, restored and mounted for display near the third bench. Additionally, the Historic Preservation Commission directed staff to begin restoration efforts on the third Chavez Park bench. 10/13/05 ITEM #14