Here. Commissioner mazzola does have excused absence and commissioner macdonell will be joining you. If he could get everyone to come in and sit down. We would appreciate that. We can get started. Reminder, this is the recreation and park meeting of november 16th. We welcome everyone here today and ask that you please turn off any Electronic Devices that may go off during the proceedings. We would also ask if youre going to have secondary conversations, you please take those outside in order to the meeting run as efficiently as possible. If you would like to speak on an item, we request you complete a blue card. You dont have to, commissioner buell can i get an indication of how many plan to make comments . Two minutes. So you have two minutes for Public Comment on each item. If you would like to speak on item that is not on calendar, but is under the subject matter jurisdiction of the commission, you would speak under general Public Comment which is item 4 and then again it is continued on item 13. We would ask that you please address your comments to the commission during Public Comment on items in order to allow equal time for all. Neither the commission nor staff will respond to any questions during Public Comment. The commission may ask questions of staff after Public Comment is closed. Last, if the fire alarms activate, you must evacuate the building in an orderly fashion using any exit. Please note that elevators will immediately return to the first floor and are not available for use. If you do need assistance out of the building, please make your way to the closest area of refuge, for us, thats directly across the hall in the mens restroom. Inside the restroom is a speaker box, please press it, city hall security will answer and let you know where they are and assist you. With that, were on item number 2, the president s report. And commissioner taking any items out of order. President buell so far, im anxious to make commissioner mcdonnell is here for one that has a vote. Let me make two observations, thats the request we adjourn in honor of larry martin, his career began in 1966, served not only on this commission, but the Planning Commission and human rights commission. He was a leader of the local 250a and at the same time worked hard on behalf of the people of San Francisco who benefitted from his dedication the city. Sadly, as well, advocate may wong was one of the citys most dedicated park advocates, not only showed up at the meetings, but the board of supervisors. He was one of the founders of the park, active in philanthropy and volunteering. May was a strong advocate and a kind ofible person who helped to instill atmosphere of respect. With that, that concludes my report clerk can we get everyone to take a seat . Clerk were on item 3. Few different announcements. This november commission meeting, it is a month of giving thanks and last sunday, nearly 10,000 soccer fans were very grateful to see the San Francisco deltas win the north American Soccer League championship this sunday against the new york cosmos. Applause their inaugural season, they accomplished what few have done in any sport. I want to thank the entire deltas organization for their efforts and inspiring a new generation of soccer fans in San Francisco, providing affordable friendly activity in entertainment in our park, for their organizational values and investment in the stadium. Its been reported that state of u. S. Soccer is in turmoil and that the north American Soccer League, may or may not survive, so this may be the only year for the San Francisco deltas. They ran their organization with grace and class and were grateful. Later this afternoon, should it ever stop raining, at 3 30 i will be joining supervisor katy tang and hopefully you and others reopening the athletic fields after a project funded by the 2012 clean and safe Neighborhood Parks bond which we have San Francisco voters to thank. Its arguably the finest baseball complex in the city, including two batting cages which is supported by Major League Baseball and the San Francisco giants. In addition to the upgrades, the sports courts were resurfaced. Renovations to the fields and the stadium bleachers were also upgraded. So, please join us. I think its rain or shine, were going to be out there for the grand opening of the West Sunset Playground project and special thank you to dan mauer for his complicated project. Its november, but it is time to think about baseball. This saturday, november 18th, is the start of the Registration Period for the 2018 San FranciscoYouth Baseball League season. Each spring, they serve approximately 4,000 youth baseball players, girls and boys, ages 414, from tball to competitive pony League Levels and they include an all Girls Division featuring the bay sox. Individual and team signups are available. Also this saturday, november 18th, please join us at shore view park for a Community Funding and planning workshop at our one of of our newest parks. Shoreview is yearly 1acre site. Formerly the Redevelopment Agency and was acquired in june with the goal of renovating the site. The plans phasi ing phase start july. The renovated park will include a new childrens play area, picnic area, irrigation upgrades, landscape areas, lighting and a new accessible pathway. Next week as we prepare for the thanksgiving holiday, San FranciscoUnified School District students will have an entire week off from school, and that includes one of my own. Its a first for San Francisco families. Rec and park is helping to provide city kids with fun, engaging programs by offering 7 thanksgiving week camps from basketball and tennis to eco camp and rock climbing. The camps are mondaywednesday of next week. We still have a few openings. Most camps are close to capacity. But if you are looking for something for your kids, next monday, tuesday and wednesday, please check out our availability online. On thursday, december 7th from 48 p. M. We want to invite everyone to join us in Golden Gate Park, from Mclaren Lodge to conservatory valley, we have toboggan rides, carnival rides and visits from santa and maybe his elves. Mclaren lodge, be there around 4 00. At 6 00 p. M. Well be were calling this Golden Gate Park winter lights. Were expanding the normal program. At 6 00 well light the official holiday tree for the 88th time. And at 7 00 p. M. , well light the conservatory of flowers in an amazing art show. The sequel to this summers summer of love show, youll be hearing more about that later on in the agenda. And of course, we have many, many partners and friends that help us put on the events. Including the San Francisco parks alliance, kaiser, sports basement, conservatory of flowers, illuminate, obscura and others. I have a little bit of some two special recognitions. To offer. One is for Lisa Bransten. Last friday, november 10th, the golden gate chapter of fundraising professions held a function. The San Francisco parks alliance, a sponsoring member, nominated our very own Lisa Bransten with the spirit of philanthropy award for commitment to letsplaysf not to mention her work on numerous other projects, philanthropic projects, including the crabfest, the party for the parks, her teams work on the tennis projects and many, many others. I am very pleased to present mr. President , if you want to join . A small token our nurserys handy work. [laughter]. Wow. Congratulations. [applause] ill be quick, i wont take my whole two minutes. I just want to say its an honor to come to work every day in Golden Gate Park. I joke that i have the best title, director of partnerships, because im out every day with amazing partners from Community Groups to big nonprofits, one of the most important of which is the parks, so thank you very much. [applause] and one more special bit of recognition. Last month, i had the honor of attending the Retirement Party for barbara winger and i wanted to invite her here today to bid her an official commissionsponsored congratulations. Its a bittersweet moment for us at rec and park as i noted at barbaras event. Its an opportunity to thank and recognize her amazing contributions as one of our most valued park advocates, but she is moving on, after 23 amazing years. In 1994 barbara sowed idea of planting something together. Today the fruits of her labor are evident. They have eight gardens in the western edition and beyond, including one in the african art complex, the learning garden, the hayward garden and kitchen. But more than that is the effect that barbara has had on communities. We model a lot of her amazing leadership and work. Teaches our kids how to care for resources, cultivates the next generation of park stewards, reaches out to communities with mentor, workforce opportunities and most of all, kindness. As barbara retires, we want to thank her for her tireless efforts as we look forward to continuing our partnership with community grows, and in a role to be developed, our partnership with barbara, but i wanted to give her special recognition today, too. So. [applause] in 1973, i was involved in the demolishing of the public of a park that the community got together to go to the trust Republic Land to ask them if they could turn this fireravaged area into a park. So in 1973, i was involved in the beginning of the park and i went through two renovations of it. My First Experience with the with you guys and the commission was going before you in 1994 when mary burns was the general manager and bringing the community with big huge pumpkins we had grown in the space, asking for general asking for set aside money for that park and also because it was involved with hayes valley. We took on the clubhouse and from there down to the rose page mini park. So those three parks were the main we renovated. When we renovated them, everybody said you should work with the kids in the Housing Development and do projects with them. Thats how we started community growth. We did a program for teenagers called the beat, band of educated and employable teens. Weve had that since 2008, they get a stipnd to work and do job youth development. So im really proud of that organization and proud of our partnership with rec and park and i really appreciate and thank you. Thank you for all youve done. In honor of barbara and next weeks harvest, our video of the month features the Community Gardens program. [ ] San Franciscos recreation and Park Department has 38 Community Gardens. There is a significant demand for Community Gardens, so were working to increase access to Community Gardens by creating new spaces, streamlining and providing opportunities for everyone, whether theyre members or not, to volunteer and enjoy garden spaces. [ ] [ ] this fall, the department hosted open gardens day and partners with the San Francisco urban Agriculture Alliance to provide a bike. We not only visited, the citys largest, most productive urban running farm, on the same day, we gave away plants, mulch and compost to garden throughout the city and over 300 pounds of fruits, vegetables and herbs. You meet neighbors you wouldnt meet otherwise. Everybody lives in the neighborhood, but you get a chance to meet a larger Cross Section of the neighborhood. Every day we work hard to make significant physical improvements to our gardens, because we know the improvements make a big impact on how well the garden functions. When the gardens are most functional they become spaces for community bonding. I love that its a community place, people of all different type can come and make something beautiful. Moving forward well be hosting more gardening workshops and providing more urban farming resources. Weve partnered with garden for the environment and the university of California Cooperative Extension to offer practical workshops on topics like compost management, pest identification and control, crop planning, handson tree pruning and more. We have so many exciting things happening in your Community Gardens, so come out and plant with us today thank you, commissioners, that contcludes the report, and wishing you a happy thanksgiving. Secretary would anyone like to make comment . Being none, this item is closed. Were on item 4, general Public Comment. At this time, members of the public may address the commission on items of interest to the public that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the commission and that do not appear on the agenda. With respect to agenda items, you will have the opportunity to address the commission when the item is reached in the meeting. I do have three cards. I have linda, colleen and richard. If you could come on up, please. As a reminder, you have two minutes each. Happy holidays and happy thanksgiving, early. We have much to be thankful for and we would like to bring more cheer, because there is definitely a lot going on that we need to brighten peoples lives. Yes. And so happy holidays to you, happy holidays to all of you. We are entertainers and we love to do balloon artistry and fun things with kids. Its a very important time to spread the cheer and we like doing it at union square and all other locations. So wed love to talk with you as well, and especially union square, that is coming up just next week. So i hope to see all of you there. And brighten your days and your familys with our art. Thank you. Thank you. Secretary next speaker. Fortune cookie by the way. Thank you, for tune cookie. The name that the city knows me by is sunshine. Id like to think that i do my best id say to make everybody in a happy space for the holiday. Union square this year is once again under wraps, its true, it doesnt look as nice as wed like it to. I remember 28, 30 years ago id say, when i used to be right next to the tree by the way. I think its time, again its true, if youd like to talk me when youre not so busy as a council meeting, it would be nice to be in the square this year id say, so we could bring the cheer that they dont have to look at only construction this way. Once again, id like to wish everyone a happy holiday, its true. To everyone in the city, too. Its a time in the world when you cant have enough happiness you see. Im glad to see San Francisco honors that for you and for me. Thank you very much. Im going it leave my card. Secreta secretary next speaker . Good morning. President buell and commissioners, im raised in the mission district, i passed the half century mark living here in San Francisco. Im here to beseech all seven of the commissioners to consider the following. Hoping that you will rename justin president buell there is item number 7, you can speak to this issue under that item. I did not realize that. President buell im sorry. My fault for not looking at the agenda. President buell thank you. Secretary richard, did you want to speak . Good morning commissioners, there are a couple of richards. President buell if this relates to the item on the consent calendar, when we take up the consent calendar were going to ask for Public Comment and i appreciate if you do it then. Thank you very much. Great, thank you. Secretary anyone else who would like to make general comment. Not only a comment, but a statement, but to go down in history. My name is ace on the case, im from the field, i call it the fill no more. Im here to speak on the issue that is coming up soon, but id thought id have an opportunity to speak, may not be an item. But let me say to your park director, you have few parks in my community, in the fillnomore. This agency is like the rest of the city, dont give a damn no more about the fill no more. See, im 63 years old, born and raised in the fillnomore, but yet i have to come down here to city hall, which i call silly hall, to even get the rights to be on the map in the fillnomore. It was ironic. Some of you on that stage there, know exactly what im talking about because you know the history of the fillnomore. Im appalled of this park rec. I had to negotiate to just work in a park and many parks across the treat from the police department. Where we had killings next door to the police department. Right across the street from a mini park that i think you guys are funding right now in the fillnomore. Im appalled bell ringing. The History Speaks for itself, i got kids and my kids got kids. And my grandson gave me four grandkids, so im a papa, but in my community im known as ace on the case. In your face. Im in your place. And ill be here to talk about other things that im appalled of