2600 Fresno Street

Fresno, CA 93721

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City of Fresno

Meeting Minutes

Parks, Recreation, and Arts

Commission

Chair - Kimberly McCoy

Vice Chair - Laura Ward

Commissioner - Jose Leon Barraza

Commissioner - Rose Caglia

Commissioner - Jon Dohlin

Commissioner - Mckay A. Duran

Commissioner - Kelly Kucharski

Commissioner - Scott Miller

Commissioner - Vincent L. Trillo

5:30 PM

Monday, November 3, 2025

Council Chambers (In

Person and/or Electronic)

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The Parks, Recreation and Arts Commission (PRAC) met in regular session in the

Council Chamber at Fresno City Hall on the date and time above written.

Call to Order

Chair McCoy called the meeting to order at 5:39 P.M.

5:39 P.M. Roll Call

On motion of Commissioner Dohlin, seconded by Commissioner Miller,

Commissioner Trillo's absence was EXCUSED. The motion carried by the

following vote:

Aye: 7 - Chair McCoy, Vice Chair Ward, Commissioner Barraza,

Commissioner Caglia, Commissioner Dohlin, Commissioner Duran, and

Commissioner Miller.

Absent: 2 - Commissioner Kucharski, and Commissioner Trillo.

On motion of Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Caglia,

Commissioner Kucharski's absence was EXCUSED. The motion carried by

the following vote:

Aye: 7 - Chair McCoy, Vice Chair Ward, Commissioner Barraza,

Commissioner Caglia, Commissioner Dohlin, Commissioner Duran, and

Commissioner Miller.

Absent: 2 - Commissioner Kucharski, and Commissioner Trillo.

Present 7 -

Chair Kimberly McCoy, Vice Chair Laura E. Ward,

Commissioner Jose Barraza, Commissioner Rose Caglia,

Commissioner Jon Dohlin, Commissioner Mckay A. Duran,

and Commissioner Scott Miller

Absent 2 -

Commissioner Kelly Kucharski, and Commissioner Vincent L.

Trillo

Pledge of Allegiance

Chair McCoy led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Approve Agenda

On motion of Commissioner Dohlin, seconded by Commissioner

Miller, the AGENDA was APPROVED. The motion carried by the

following vote:

Aye: 7 -

Chair McCoy, Vice Chair Ward, Commissioner Barraza,

Commissioner Caglia, Commissioner Dohlin, Commissioner

Duran and Commissioner Miller

Absent: 2 - Commissioner Kucharski and Commissioner Trillo

Approval of Minutes

Approval of the regular meeting minutes of October 27, 2025.

5.-A.

ID 25-1499

On motion of Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner

Dohlin, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried

by the following vote:

Aye: 7 -

Chair McCoy, Vice Chair Ward, Commissioner Barraza,

Commissioner Caglia, Commissioner Dohlin, Commissioner

Duran and Commissioner Miller

Absent: 2 - Commissioner Kucharski and Commissioner Trillo

Members Reports and Comments

COMMISSIONER BARRAZA REPORTS AND COMMENTS. Raised

concerns regarding public safety in city parks, referencing a prior discussion

held during the police department’s last budget presentation. Requested an

update on park-related safety activities, specifically regarding the

effectiveness of the newly established Parks Ranger classification. Noted

that a Police Department representative had previously offered to provide

statistics on incidents and ranger impact. Addressed the leasing process for

park facilities. A prior presentation from park staff was acknowledged,

recent feedback from community organizations indicated dissatisfaction with

the current process. Suggested allowing more community input and

clarifying responsibilities for maintaining public safety during facility rentals.

Expressed concerns about penalties imposed on youth sports organizations

and the need for more inclusive decision-making. Stated an intention to

formally request that public safety in parks be added to a future agenda for

discussion. Reported that a meeting had taken place with a councilmember

and the PARCS Director prior to a recent vacation to address these issues

and emphasized the importance of listening to neighborhood voices.

VICE CHAIR WARD REPORTS AND COMMENTS. Highlighted several arts

and cultural events currently taking place around the city, supported by

Measure “P” funded organizations. Announced the Armenian Museum has

opened a new exhibit and remains free and accessible to the public on most

weekdays. Commissioners and community members were encouraged to

visit. Fresno Art Museum is featuring an exhibit of stone sculptures from

Zimbabwe, primarily drawn from the private collection of former

commissioner Mona Cummings. Announced Arte Américas is presenting its

"Monumental Figures" exhibit and has extended its outdoor sculpture

installations to Fresno State and Fresno City College. The public was

encouraged to visit these locations while the exhibits remain on display.

CHAIR MCCOY REPORTS AND COMMENTS. Extended a personal

invitation to attend a community event taking place on Saturday at Fresno

City College West Campus. The event will feature Dr. Bruce Trouble from

Tallahassee, Florida, who will speak about his latest book, By Any Dreams

Necessary. The program will include a deep conversation focused on

community empowerment, activism, strategic planning for the 21st century,

and the use of data to drive advocacy. Lunch will be served from 11:00 a.m.

to 12:30 p.m., and the event will begin promptly at 1:00 p.m. The event is

free and open to the public, with food provided. Encouraged attendance and

emphasized the value of the discussion in supporting local advocacy efforts

and building a healthier Fresno.

City Administration and PARCS Staff Reports and Comments

PARCS DIRECTOR AGUIRRE REPORTS AND COMMENTS. Reported that

October was a busy month for the Parks Department, with over 30 programs

held throughout the city. These included family-friendly events such as

trunk-or-treats and haunted houses. One event attracted nearly 2,500

attendees, while the haunted house at Pinedale attracted approximately 500

participants, and the trunk-or-treat at El Dorado had around 600 attendees.

Expressed appreciation to the commission and Parks Department staff for

their efforts in promoting and delivering these community services.

Unscheduled Communication

Upon call, the following members of the public addressed the Commission

with unscheduled communication: Malisa Padilla.

Workshops

Workshop - Overview of PARCS Department’s FY 2026 After School,

ID 25-1504

9.-A.

Recreation, and Community Services Programs to inform the FY 2027

budget (PARCS).

The above item was presented to the Commission by Assistant Director

MacNab.

Commission discussion on this item included: number of participants in

each program and how the PARCS department determines which programs

to implement; the administration of grant awards and funds; details

regarding the mobile science tour reaching community centers city wide;

clarification regarding the grant funded Tech Easy program class schedule,

accessibility, and requirements to receive a free device; attendance rates,

accessibility, and promotional information for community centers providing

senior meals; Fiscal year 2027 anticipated plans and supported

recommendations from PRAC to continue those plans; request for

performance report for programs and report comparing data before and after

Measure “P” funds; updating the PARCS Master Plan and Cultural Arts

Master Plan timeline, and; status of the Junior Lifeguard Program.

PRESENTED

Workshop - Expanded Access to Arts and Culture quarterly PRAC

ID 25-1516

9.-B.

Reporting for July 2025 - September 2025 (Fresno Arts Council).

The above item was presented to the Commission by Fresno Arts Council

Director Lilia Gonzales Chavez.

Commission discussion on this item included: recommendation and costs to

make the Cultural Arts Subcommittee a standing committee; timeline,

process and recommendations for updating the guidelines and the

community’s participation; deadline creating the next Cultural Arts

Subcommittee, and; increasing outreach and promotion for applications and

guidelines.

PRESENTED

Discussion Items

Hearings

10.

11.

Hearing - Actions pertaining to the Parks, After School, Recreation, and

ID 25-1505

11.-A.

Community Services (PARCS) Department's FY 2027 Budget Build as it

relates to capital projects; after school, recreation, and community services

programs; and trails, beautification, and the San Joaquin River Parkway

1. Presentation - Overview of the FY 2027 budget build process.

2. Receive public input on expenditures related to the PARCS

Department's FY 2027 budget.

3. Action - Make recommendations to the City Council for adoption of

expenditures in connection to the PARCS Department's FY 2027 budget

(PARCS).

The above item was called to order at 6:55 P.M. and was presented to the

Commission by Business Manager Xiong. Upon call, no members of the

public addressed the Commission. Public comment closed at 7:05 P.M.

Commission discussion on this item included: proposing the previous year

of PRAC recommendations which were not accepted by Council be

recommended this year; PRAC recommendations in accordance with

Council priorities as opposed to those that fall outside them; information

from PARCS Department highlighting the necessity for specific

recommendations; and, the importance of PRAC representing the

community.

Hearing - Receive public input on Expanded Access to Arts and Culture

ID 25-1501

11.-B.

Grant Program.

The above item was called to order at 7:16 P.M. and There was no

presentation to the Commission. Upon call, no members of the public

addressed the Commission. Public comment closed at 7:17 P.M.

There was no Commission discussion on this item.

Hearing - Receive public input on allocations related to Measure P,

ID 25-1502

11.-C.

updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan, and annual

PARCS Department Budget and Capital Improvement Plans.

The above item was called to order at 7:17 P.M. and There was no

presentation to the Commission. Upon call, the following members of the

public addressed the Commission. Malisa Padilla. Public comment closed

at 7:20 P.M.

Commission discussion on this item included: schedule for wrestling

tournament taking place at the Convention Center, and; qualifications for all

ages participating in the tournament.

12.

Adjournment

Chair McCoy adjourned the meeting in Memory of Dr. Francine Oputa and

quoted the late Dr. James Aldredge, "It's mandatory for all citizens to try to

better their community," at 7:23 P.M.

The above minutes were approved by unanimous vote of the Parks, Recreation, and

Arts Commission during the November 17, 2025, regular meeting.