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(Questions from the audience related to regional park project) <br />What is the status of the sports fields at Vets Parks? <br />The project is moving forward — restrooms breaking ground in 2 — 3 weeks; north side go out to bid <br />following thereafter the sports fields; <br />This proposal has been in discussion since 2001 — if that correct — what kind of timeline are <br />we looking at — and are the county funds still available? <br />If land owned by one person it would be easier to work with and each plan is going to be different. <br />The parcels are identified and get an understanding of how to acquire the land and explanation of <br />how the monies are available and funded. <br />How long will it take to find another park site and get the funds available? <br />Developing specific plans that include park proposals and tonight's suggestion should be able to <br />determine what is possible in a couple of months <br />Why is the decision on the June 2007 —where council determined the South Colton site? <br />Explanation of why the issue was discussed and supported by council at that time. <br />Why not use the Superblock use for a sports center? <br />There are park amenities included and in the process to determine best use there was no indication <br />of a sports complex while working with the surrounding and local business owners. May need to be <br />explored further. <br />How much land in Pellisier Ranch area? <br />14,048 acres — design based on what is to be developed based on type and percentage; <br />Will you commit to finding a sports park area regional park instead of more than residential? <br />City is working on new projects that will incorporate park areas <br />How can Mayor and city council exonerate when we played a major park in losing the <br />property? <br />It was unknown how the property transaction was occurring until later both by the county/city. <br />PUBLIC COMMENT <br />(General Public Comment from the audience) <br />The following citizens addressed the council: Terry Marinzack, Gary Grossich, Apolinar Espudo. <br />ADJOURNMENT: <br />Closing comments by Mayor Chastain and Supervisor Gonzales and at 8:06 P.M. Mayor Chastain <br />and Chairperson Ramirez declared the Special Meeting adjourned. <br />Carolina R. Padilla, CMC <br />City Clerk <br />