Recreation and Parks Commission
Special Meeting Minutes
July 22, 2025
MINUTES
CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
SPECIAL MEETING
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION
July 22, 2025
The Special Meeting of the Hawaiian Gardens Recreation and Parks Commission is hereby called to order on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., at the City Hall Chambers, 21815 Pioneer Blvd, Hawaiian Gardens CA 90716.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Chair Pedro Amaro.
ROLL CALL
Chair Member Carmen Hernandez
Vice Chair Pedro Amaro
Commissioner Anna Rodriguez
Commissioner Luis Gonzalez
Vice Chair Amaro made a motion to excuse Commissioner Gonzalez. Chair Rodriguez second the motion. All in favor.
Also in attendance: Director of Recreation, Joe Jimenez; and Recording Secretary, Yunehe Rodriguez.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – ITEMS ON AND OFF THE AGENDA
No Public Comments
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Presentation of the Recreation and Parks Commission Meeting Minutes for the month of June 2025: Receive and File
2. Department Monthly Report
Commission Action: Receive and File
3. Promotional Materials
Commission Action: Receive and File
Vice Chair Amaro requested to pull Item 3 and made a motion to receive and file Items 1 and 2 of the Consent Calendar. Commissioner Rodriguez second the motion. Motion carried.
Vice Chair Amaro requested clarification regarding the city’s role in the Pow Wow event. Staff reiterated that the city will only provide staff and location. Additionally, city staff will promote the event on social media.
Vice Chair Amaro made a motion to receive and file Item 3 of the Consent Calendar.
Commissioner Rodriguez second the motion. Motion carried.
Recreation and Parks Commission
Special Meeting Minutes
July 22, 2025
B. DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. New Budget Review
Joe Jimenez presented a fiscal year budget review with decisions based on trends from previous years. A PowerPoint presentation will be shared with Council.
Updates on staffing were provided, including efforts to hire new employees and fill seniorlevel positions. Vice Chair Amaro requested an updated organizational chart.
Staff provided updates on Youth and Adult Sports, with goals to grow volunteer participation and expand youth and adult sports programming.
CRL and Senior Programs updates were shared, including a new partnership with ABC Adult School to enhance program offerings.
2. Special Events Update
Staff reported on the following past and upcoming special events: 4th of July, Car Show and Summer Concerts.
Vice Chair Amaro expressed concerns about security at the Car Show event. Staff will follow up with Phoenix Patrol.
C. ORAL COMMISSIONERS REPORT
Commissioner Rodriguez discussed a potential partnership with the production company “Rash Productions” and the Teen Center. This collaboration would allow editors, lighting engineers, and DJs to educate and demonstrate their skills to the teens.
Vice Chair Amaro inquired about the absence of banners and limited promotion of the Car Show and Fourth of July event. Also suggested involving teens in creating content for social media platforms. Additionally, Vice Chair Amaro proposed scheduling a meeting or presentation with HG Action for Peace and suggested creating a program where similar organizations can be invited.
Staff reported that banners will be reinstated for upcoming special events and discussions with the social media manager to enhance future promotional efforts.
Chair Member Hernandez shared that she enjoyed the Lee Ware pool party and 4 th of July
fireworks show and was very impressed with both events.
ADJOURNMENT to the next Special Recreation and Parks Commission Meeting on August 12, 2025, at 6:00p.m.