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Hosanna said the club runs nearly year‑round: \"We play 10 months out of year\" and noted the competitive program had about 200 children this year. He thanked parks staff—singling out Brandon for field maintenance—and said coaches sometimes decline extra work to avoid staff burnout.

The coach identified Spring scheduling as the main problem: although the city recreation program is seasonal, soccer operates for most of the year and has no consistent priority space. Hosanna suggested Summerfield Park as one site that could meet some of the club's needs and said he plans to submit formal information requests to the city for participation and demand statistics.

No formal action or motion followed Hosanna's remarks during the meeting; his comments were taken during the presentations by the public (matters not on the agenda).","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","PRIS Commission 6/3/2025","oneSentenceSummary","A West Sacramento Soccer Club coach told the Parks and Recreation commission the club lacks a dedicated spring facility and asked the city to provide a year‑round field, citing 200 competitive players and upcoming demand.","taxTitle","West Sacramento, Yolo County, California","taxId",4568,"location","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},7312794,"West Sacramento unveils conceptual Arlington Neighborhood Park plan; expansion dependent on grant and land purchase",605,682000,1287000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3647586-2f8570dc280781df94bba5914b0765ad&start=682&end=1287","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3647586-2f8570dc280781df94bba5914b0765ad/thumbnail_682000.jpg","/articles/7312794/West-Sacramento/Yolo-County/California/West-Sacramento-unveils-conceptual-Arlington-Neighborhood-Park-plan-expansion-dependent-on-grant-and-land-purchase","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/7312794-336b8662b0cf245c8d535efe75dcd045/orig.mp4?Expires=1770448594&Signature=X8AMcE6pCAT9QJqx9P~gh27Kw5k1WdDlEzeMq1Q9Nl-IqDt1v64mBtk2p13nT8DnnYzCZ-lLzbPjBs7fl~qzU8skSAn12Gs7NxOgPP0DOOpyYzHUsActi5uMZhl1z7bM-05jLIC-KHjOR0bsHAX4v2a5VjSFUmKLU1wJ0Bqh-4tpvVJscPrZlERHaSsWvC08DnXd5T7bfNvhBkZtEU8zkUJfmLZZEd9S4SdXztl~yYZOGOj9Ju30dg~6--wVLK2Ax~l0Pl7y~CCQ6SzA61Dmti9QGZgfs21YT4JXDU5WqN6urkZ4IuQtwsOBzrE4jVizhxjXGNkot6yLfTWGy-RunA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Erin Ayala, Parks and Recreation Business Manager, presented a workshop on the Arlington Neighborhood Park project to the West Sacramento Parks and Recreation Intergenerational Services Commission on June 3, describing a conceptual plan that could add nearly 32 acres if the city purchases an adjacent parcel owned by the Port of West Sacramento and obtains grant funding.

Ayala told commissioners the city’s General Plan 2035 (adopted 2016) and the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan (adopted 2019) identify a service‑level goal of 5 acres of park space per 1,000 residents. \"We are currently 72 acres shy of that goal,\" Ayala said, and added that increasing residential development will widen that gap.

Staff presented a larger, grant‑dependent park footprint adjacent to the Barge Canal recreational access area that would connect to the city’s trail network, including the Sycamore Trail and the Barge Canal Trail. Proposed amenities were presented as conceptual ideas and included preservation of mature oak groves, a children’s play area, picnic and shade pavilions, amphitheater, flexible lawns for informal sports, community gardens, dog park, restrooms, hydration stations, kayak and non‑motorized boat rentals, a fishing boardwalk, improved and accessible boat launch for non‑motorized craft, and potential waterfront safety and life‑vest programs.

Ayala emphasized that the larger footprint is not guaranteed and is contingent on grant awards and property acquisition. She said the acquisition opportunity combined with a potential grant would allow the city to \"add nearly 32 acres of open green space to the city's park inventory.\" Ayala also said staff is required to obtain community input for the grant process and invited feedback; the city scheduled a public engagement event for June 10 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Bart's Hill Access area.

Commissioner Jans raised safety and operational concerns about the boat launch, noting that the Port of Sacramento allows motorized watercraft on portions of Lake Washington and recommending the city design any new launch to be clearly for small, non‑motorized craft such as kayaks and paddleboards to avoid conflicts with larger motorized boats. Jans suggested signage and flag requirements and suggested coordination with existing clubs and port rules to minimize safety risks. Jans also suggested exploring life‑vest rental or loaner programs and involving fire department partners in water‑safety programming.

Commissioner Ahmad recommended a gated or enclosed play area for small children near the water to reduce the risk of children running into the canal and emphasized the need for seating for older residents along trails. Staff said the plan is conceptual and acquisition is the immediate step; if awarded the grant the city would begin extensive outreach and more detailed planning.

Ayala said the adjacent parcel currently is owned by the Port of West Sacramento and that the larger park footprint and dedication as open space would be tied to grant funding and land purchase agreements. She also noted the Stone Lock/Army Corps property and the Central Park concept are separate efforts but could eventually connect with this waterfront park if rights and ownership allowed.

No formal decision was required at the workshop; commissioners provided feedback for staff to consider as the city pursues acquisition and grant opportunities.","City staff presented a conceptual plan for Arlington Neighborhood Park that could add nearly 32 acres if the city acquires adjacent port property and secures grant funding. Commissioners raised safety, access and amenities concerns and staff scheduled a public engagement event for June 10.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6695074,"Commission approves memorial plaque for Steven Percy Palmer at Joey Lopez Park",235,437000,672000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3647586-2f8570dc280781df94bba5914b0765ad&start=437&end=672","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3647586-2f8570dc280781df94bba5914b0765ad/thumbnail_437000.jpg","/articles/6695074/West-Sacramento/Yolo-County/California/Commission-approves-memorial-plaque-for-Steven-Percy-Palmer-at-Joey-Lopez-Park","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6695074-276650050cf52a9d5ce7f4af4b6d6caf/orig.mp4?Expires=1770448594&Signature=YL79ODNsIL5HPNkPfhqQHPIIeD2DLns7TrgNNyqmiCpQZ9pKEdjMiV0LmC4PhdpqVqrDEzjQuAco9BSXjxmqJRtAzxAqPeMgfVJQmYAdH~h8KYNemlDDKZAw4YGjf~vHwwRxH-HLSQkuruJTLX1IpbE7uezcl553Ghr1Uvg7~aB7CdyGfoGBxPHjXyCadrE6UeugIx-AO~91r2yaZqnVZ7iIRgfKcXFTOaapSdh~Qv4v3VJ4h3gClaUhgWCM9Yw0vJVulaROtz62waYxUQHxenazEV~HG6Mad9a5kXOfDVNeKceYTD29vFrt3z0OVUjj1MRPciL87hJehUl~RAYrIQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","On June 3, 2025, the West Sacramento Parks and Recreation Intergenerational Services Commission approved a family-requested memorial plaque for Steven Percy Palmer at Joey Lopez Park.

Erin Ayala, parks and recreation business manager, told the commission the family proposed a plaque \"to give the community remember members that he touched and those who often feel forgotten a place to remember Steven and feel seen.\" Ayala said the application was reviewed and recommended by staff.

The commission received one comment from a fellow commissioner who said the city should also do more to recognize its founders and that the panel should reexamine how names are selected for park walls and dedications. \"My concern is I've expressed before, is there are people on that wall right there that are pictured that are the reason that we are here today,\" the commissioner said, urging the commission not to \"keep forgetting\" early community members.

Commissioner Ahmad moved to approve the memorial dedication; Commissioner Jans seconded the motion. The chair called for the vote and the motion carried.

Ayala said the family was not able to attend the meeting. She described Palmer as a longtime West Sacramento resident who \"spent his last 5 years working for UPS\" and who was known for offering a smile and a helping hand to people who were often overlooked.

The commission noted the item is a memorial plaque request and distinct from the city's facility and park naming policy. Ayala confirmed members of the public may submit memorial dedication applications at any time.

The commission moved on to a workshop on Arlington Neighborhood Park following the vote.","The West Sacramento Parks and Recreation Intergenerational Services Commission voted June 3, 2025, to approve a family-requested memorial plaque honoring Steven Percy Palmer at Joey Lopez Park after staff recommended the application.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6695064,"Coach urges city to designate year-round soccer space as program grows",156,272000,428000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3647586-2f8570dc280781df94bba5914b0765ad&start=272&end=428","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3647586-2f8570dc280781df94bba5914b0765ad/thumbnail_272000.jpg","/articles/6695064/West-Sacramento/Yolo-County/California/Coach-urges-city-to-designate-year-round-soccer-space-as-program-grows","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6695064-13653c0dbcdbf3d25c8d4c4f78cbb84a/orig.mp4?Expires=1770448594&Signature=AQ41V-J-CpymqXcauhVoLmioTqEu3GMaQb9DRFrjbVIc8c6gcz6~Y5bGHmsiO9yY55I2Pdpf4POzvLL8SJCyphGuiW8m8j56Icrff7aoqXYcMmcbpMWpzM8P2eRaZzSS3PSLgO4b0ozbyz19JMWMNGxKpX7k43tU3IFPs596DDogwwReIbKTTAN8MSJPXkH2eKr4dvKC8pq8BydU5mohcXpZJ~4d-OeSy8SzUtUCOoqq6NBSKRo8EQKQxjKGRhcB1vF-BQKoOgZ3E2phlg71ETfuzobktQIs0XJY498gZkmp3GwUqHY7dq59qsVXvAkb76rVUtuBBJc56Qu8BXZRjA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","During the meeting's public comment period on June 3, 2025, a coach with the West Sacramento Soccer Club asked the commission for a year-round dedicated soccer space in the city.

\"My name is Hosanna. I'm a coach with West Sacramento Soccer Club,\" the speaker said, and described coaching in the community since 2016. The coach thanked park staff for field maintenance, singling out \"Brandon\" by name, and said the club is \"a 10-month\" program with a competitive roster of about 200 children this year.

The coach said spring scheduling is especially difficult because the club does not have a priority, year-round home field. \"My only ask would be why can't we have a dedicated space for soccer all year round in the city?\" the coach asked, suggesting Summerfield Park as one possible location that could meet some needs.

The coach also said the group is meeting with parks and recreation staff about relocations related to the Bridal Park reconstruction project and that they will file information requests with the city to obtain usage and demand statistics that the speaker said have not previously been provided.

Chair Rosas thanked the speaker for the comments. Parks staff did not take formal action at the meeting on the request; commissioners and staff indicated field allocation and larger park-planning efforts (including the Arlington Neighborhood Park discussion at the same meeting) are part of ongoing planning and scheduling processes.

No votes or directives on field assignments were recorded during the meeting.","A West Sacramento Soccer Club coach told commissioners June 3, 2025, the club has 200 competitive players and lacks dedicated year-round fields; the coach asked for a designated space and said they will request city data on demand.",{"_33":111,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":112,"_41":113,"_43":78,"_45":114,"_47":115,"_49":81,"_51":116,"_53":117,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":118,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":119,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6695069,"West Sacramento seeks public input on conceptual Arlington Neighborhood Park that could add nearly 32 acres",601,1283000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3647586-2f8570dc280781df94bba5914b0765ad&start=682&end=1283","/articles/6695069/West-Sacramento/Yolo-County/California/West-Sacramento-seeks-public-input-on-conceptual-Arlington-Neighborhood-Park-that-could-add-nearly-32-acres","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6695069-a64f76932bef9b6f4dd62eeef3674aa5/orig.mp4?Expires=1770448594&Signature=fFNlyJpPDYzrdwq5TSxOJILsfsrvURhwxDFvES5pioSB6Ia3VRwFwcduT9EAlFZ0mWIdsL~9dmCw4uNqb7VR7MSh6UGcPggEWOvhiTXCm-2NDJIlyl9UTk32xXh8p0fJlzuYn~sJ3pjiPqeZB5hSKrtOlJ0yoDO747V0hFvM1lIEY60Q2tDE4BFIxXwUIuhPoBa~DMrH~pkAB757xkxCM0Mb5zHSgDy1dfEnKBvvM6XpSO-oo~rfrOPke487t6IhcMRN0cndkU2GTBil4Nw-IxDtEmdMnXun4ppQjB0ptzbyylZ6JiiqSx14~YtfztG95gNPBEq5dzaWJbMg1P-ShQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At its June 3, 2025, meeting the West Sacramento Parks and Recreation Intergenerational Services Commission received a workshop presentation on the conceptual Arlington Neighborhood Park and was asked to provide feedback as part of a grant application process.

Erin Ayala, parks and recreation business manager, described the city's long-range planning context, saying the general plan and the parks, recreation and open space master plan call for a service level of 5 acres of park space per 1,000 residents and the city is currently \"72 acres shy\" of that goal. Ayala said recent conversations with the Port of West Sacramento about purchasing an adjacent parcel, combined with a possible grant opportunity, could expand the park to add \"nearly 32 acres of open green space\" if funding is secured. \"The larger park footprint is not guaranteed and will be dependent on the receipt of grant funding,\" she said.

Ayala outlined four primary design principles: celebrate the site's natural beauty, preserve mature oak groves, provide viable recreation elements and develop waterfront recreation opportunities that are inclusive. Possible amenities presented as conceptual ideas included a bike-safety park, rock-climbing features, bocce, disc golf, volleyball, game tables, fitness and running loops, a children's play area, an amphitheater, gardens, a dog park, restrooms, flexible lawn space and river-focused elements such as an improved nonmotorized boat launch, a floating dock and a fishing boardwalk.

Commissioner Jans urged the city to plan the boat launch and waterfront access for nonmotorized craft only and suggested safety measures such as signage or flags to separate small craft from larger motorized boats operating nearby. \"I would have is if there were improvements to the boat ramp that it'd be... only for, like, small, non motorized watercraft,\" Jans said, adding examples such as paddleboards and kayaks.

Commissioner Ahmad recommended designing play areas with safety in mind because of the site's proximity to water, suggesting gated or partially enclosed play features for small children and more seating along trails for older residents. Ahmad also supported inclusive water access such as adaptive kayak launches.

Ayala said the city intends to seek community input as part of the grant application process and has scheduled a community engagement event on June 10 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Barge's Hill access area. She emphasized that acquisition and planning are preliminary: if the application is successful the city will follow a larger public-engagement and design process.

Speakers at the meeting noted the parcel's development potential and said securing it as dedicated open space would ensure perpetual park use. Ayala said the proposed acquisition could be paired with state or regional land-and-water grant programs that would require dedication as open space in perpetuity.

The commission provided preliminary feedback and will forward community comments as part of the grant application.","City staff presented conceptual plans June 3, 2025, for a potential Arlington Neighborhood Park acquisition adjacent to the Barge Canal Trail; the larger footprint depends on grant funding and a purchase from the Port of West Sacramento.","actionData","errors"]

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