Piedmont public meetings in 2020
9 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Park Commission Meeting (Virtual by Zoom)
The Park Commission will discuss updates on the COVID-19 emergency's impacts on city parks, open spaces, and landscape maintenance regulations, along with a monthly maintenance report. Other agenda items include approval of October 7 meeting minutes and a virtual tree lighting ceremony update. The meeting is procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings.
- Approval of Park Commission minutes for October 7, 2020
- Update on virtual tree lighting ceremony
- Update on COVID-19 impacts on parks, open spaces, and landscape maintenance regulations
- Monthly maintenance report for October 2020 on parks, open space, and street trees
The Park Commission voted unanimously to approve the minutes from its October 7, 2020 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of informational updates on the virtual tree lighting ceremony, COVID-19 park operations, and monthly maintenance. The commission also announced the cancellation of the December meeting and the retirement of Public Works Director Chester Nakahara.
- Approved October 7 meeting minutes (7-0)
Park Commission Meeting (Virtual by Zoom)
The Park Commission will consider heritage tree designations for 2020 and a street tree designation for Olive Ave. They will also receive an update on COVID-19 impacts on city parks and approve September meeting minutes.
- Approval of Park Commission minutes from September 2, 2020
- Consideration of Heritage Tree Designations for 2020
- Consideration of a Street Tree Designation for Olive Ave.
- Update on COVID-19 emergency impacts on city parks and landscape maintenance regulations
- Monthly maintenance report for parks, open spaces, and street trees for September 2020
The Park Commission approved the subcommittee's recommendations for five new Heritage Tree designations and designated the Purpleleaf Plum as the street tree for Olive Avenue. The meeting also included a COVID-19 update and a report on park maintenance.
- Approved 2020 Heritage Tree designations (7-0)
- Designated Purpleleaf Plum as street tree for Olive Avenue (7-0)
- Approved Park Commission minutes for September 2, 2020 (7-0)
- Tabled no substantive items
- Noted tennis court refurbishment completion
- Noted lighting simulation study for Coaches Field
- Noted routine maintenance and storm preparations
- Noted no Public Forum speakers
Park Commission Meeting (Virtual by Zoom)
At its September 2, 2020 meeting, the Piedmont Park Commission will consider a request to remove three street trees at 60 Bellevue Ave and designate a street tree for the block. The commission will also receive updates on the Guilford Handrail and Steps design in Piedmont Park, the impacts of COVID-19 on city parks, and the monthly maintenance report for August. Public comment is available via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- Request to remove three street trees at 60 Bellevue Ave and designate a street tree for the block
- Update on preliminary design for Guilford Handrail and Steps in Piedmont Park
- Update on COVID-19 impacts on parks, open spaces, and landscape maintenance regulations
- Monthly maintenance report for August 2020: parks, open spaces, street trees
- Approval of August 5, 2020 meeting minutes
The Park Commission approved the minutes from August 5, 2020, with one abstention. It voted to preserve three street trees at 60 Bellevue Avenue if possible and defer the decision to remove trees to the Public Works Director based on root damage assessment. The Commission also approved autumn blaze maple as the designated street tree for Bellevue Avenue, with one commissioner abstaining. No other substantive decisions were made; the Guilford handrail and steps design was discussed but not voted on.
- Approved August 5, 2020 meeting minutes (6-0-1 abstention)
- Approved preserving three street trees at 60 Bellevue Avenue if possible, deferred tree removal decision to Public Works Director (7-0)
- Approved autumn blaze maple as street tree for Bellevue Avenue (6-0-1 abstention)
Park Commission Meeting (Virtual by Zoom)
The Piedmont Park Commission will discuss updates on the impacts of the COVID-19 emergency on city parks, open spaces, and landscape maintenance regulations. Also on the agenda are an update on Olive Avenue street tree replacements and the monthly maintenance report for July 2020. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom with public participation available.
- Update on Olive Ave. Street Tree Replacements
- Update on COVID-19 emergency impacts on parks, open spaces, and landscape maintenance regulations
- Monthly Maintenance Report for Park, Open Space, and Street Tree for July 2020
- Approval of July 7, 2020 Park Commission Minutes
- Public forum for items not on the agenda
The Park Commission approved the minutes from the July 1, 2020 meeting. Regarding Olive Avenue street trees, the Commission recommended staff discuss options with residents and return with an action item. Staff reported on COVID-19 impacts, including the closure of Linda Beach Playfield and the replacement of swing structures in Dracena Park.
- Approved July 1, 2020 Park Commission minutes (6-0)
- Recommended staff discuss Olive Ave. tree options with residents
- Tabled Olive Ave. street tree replacement to next meeting
- Approved replacement of swing structures in Dracena Park
- Noted closure of Linda Beach Playfield due to COVID-19 compliance
- Noted City Council review of tennis court refurbishment contract on Aug. 17
Park Commission Meeting (Virtual by Zoom)
The Park Commission will consider a recommendation to City Council to install electric vehicle charging stations in the Civic Center and Grand Avenue Commercial District, in partnership with East Bay Community Energy. They will also receive updates on Phase 2 construction at Piedmont High School and new street trees, the impacts of COVID-19 on city parks, and the monthly maintenance report for parks, open spaces, and street trees.
- Consider recommendation to City Council to install EV charging stations in Civic Center and Grand Avenue Commercial District (East Bay Community Energy partnership)
- Update from Piedmont Unified School District on Phase 2 construction at Piedmont High School and new street trees
- Update on COVID-19 impacts on city parks, open spaces, and landscape maintenance regulations
- Monthly maintenance report on parks, open spaces, and street trees for June 2020
The Park Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting and supported the general concept of an electric vehicle charging station pilot program, recommending it be implemented in compliance with the City's General Plan and Climate Action Plan 2.0.
- Approved June 3, 2020 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Supported EV charging station pilot program (7-0)
- Recommended City Council and staff work with EBCE on concerns
- Agreed to hold next meeting in August
Park Commission Meeting (Virtual by ZOOM)
The Park Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair, and consider a request from the Piedmont Unified School District to remove a street tree on Magnolia Ave for construction at Piedmont High School. Commissioners will also receive an update on COVID-19 impacts on city parks and open spaces, and approve minutes from previous meetings.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair of the Park Commission
- Request for street tree removal from Piedmont Unified School District on Magnolia Ave for Piedmont High School construction
- Update on COVID-19 emergency impacts on city parks, open spaces, and landscape maintenance regulations
- Approval of Park Commission minutes from February 5, 2020 and March 4, 2020
- Monthly maintenance report for parks, open spaces, and street trees (March–May 2020)
The Park Commission elected Patty Dunlap as Chairperson and Eileen Ruby as Vice Chairperson. The Commission also approved the minutes from February 5 and March 4, 2020. Staff provided updates on COVID-19 park protocols and the Magnolia Avenue street tree removal project.
- Elected Patty Dunlap as Chairperson (7-0)
- Elected Eileen Ruby as Vice Chairperson (7-0)
- Approved prior meeting minutes (7-0)
- Recommended canceling August meeting (7-0)
- Recommended holding July meeting (7-0)
- Postponed Magnolia Avenue tree removals (Discussion only)
Park Commission Meeting
The Park Commission will hear updates on Arbor Day 2020, Heritage Tree nominations for 2020, and field maintenance for Hampton, Coaches, and Linda Fields. They will also recap a sustainable practices event and review the February 2020 maintenance report for parks, open spaces, and street trees.
- Update on Arbor Day 2020
- Update on Heritage Tree 2020 nominations
- Field maintenance for Hampton, Coaches, and Linda fields
- Recap of Sustainable Practices for Residential Landscapes Event
- Monthly maintenance report for February 2020
The Park Commission met to discuss Arbor Day 2020, the Heritage Tree program, and field maintenance. Staff reported on recent tree planting and irrigation repairs following windstorms. No substantive decisions were made.
- Arbor Day 2020 scheduled for April 9 at Community Center
- Heritage Tree nominations deadline set for March 16
- Dracena Park tree planting added to Arbor Day program
- Tree trimming contract reported over 75% complete
Park Commission Meeting
The Park Commission will consider a service project proposal from a Piedmont High School Honor Physics Team at Linda Beach Dog Park. They will also discuss updates on Piedmont Park Tot Lot and Oak Tree improvements, Arbor Day 2020, and 2020 Heritage Tree nominations. Additionally, the commission will consider appointing a subcommittee for a city-wide street tree inventory and a representative to the CIP Review Committee.
- Service project proposal in Linda Beach Dog Park by Piedmont High School Honor Physics Team
- Update on Piedmont Park Tot Lot and Oak Tree Improvements
- Update on 2020 Heritage Tree Nominations
- Appointment of subcommittee to review and recommend on city-wide street tree inventory
- Appointment of representative to CIP Review Committee
The Commission approved a proposal from the Piedmont High School Honors Physics team to install a ramp for elderly dogs, pending staff approval of the final design. The body also established a subcommittee for a citywide tree inventory and appointed a representative to the CIP Review Committee.
- Approved installation of a ramp for elderly dogs in Linda Dog Park subject to staff design approval (6-0)
- Established Subcommittee on a Citywide Tree Inventory consisting of Commissioners Goodman, Horner, and Ruby (6-0)
- Appointed Commissioner Ruby as CIP Review Committee Representative (6-0)
- Approved January 7, 2020 meeting minutes as amended (6-0)
Park Commission Meeting
The Piedmont Park Commission will meet to approve November minutes and review project updates. The agenda covers planned improvements to the Piedmont Park Tot Lot and Oak Trees, a potential citywide street tree inventory, and maintenance reports for parks and open space. These items outline upcoming park conditions and tree management plans that affect local recreation areas.
- Approval of Park Commission minutes from November 6, 2019
- Updates on Piedmont Park Tot Lot and Oak Tree Improvements
- Discussion of a potential citywide street tree inventory
- Updates on Arbor Day 2020 and Heritage Tree 2020 nominations
- Monthly maintenance report for parks, open space, and street trees
The Park Commission approved the November 2019 minutes and selected April 9, 2020, for the Arbor Day celebration. Staff reported on the completion of playground repairs and discussed forming a subcommittee for a citywide street tree inventory.
- Approved November 2019 minutes (6-0)
- Set April 9, 2020, for Arbor Day event
- Agreed to March 16 deadline for Heritage Tree nominations
- Agreed to form subcommittee for street tree inventory
- Agreed to appoint representative to CIP Review Committee in February