To: PUBLIC AMENITIES COMMISSION
From: KELLY ORTA, DEPUTY COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
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RECEIVE AND FILE UPDATES FROM THE COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT RELATED TO HISTORICAL & PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITIES
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BACKGROUND
Parks and Recreation
The following items are provided as updates and general information regarding recreation and park-related items under the purview of the Public Amenities Commission (Commission):
Winter Classes, Camps, & Activities
Registration for winter classes, camps and activities begin on Monday, December 8 for residents and Monday, December 15 for non-residents. All activities can be viewed on the City’s website:
<https://www.redondo.org/departments/community_services/classes_and_activities/index.php>
Wilderness Pond Lower Pond Restoration Project
Restoration of the lower pond is continuing and is anticipated to be completed later this winter. Work is progressing and the team is coordinating efforts to plants the various vegetation in and around the pond area so that the pond can be filled soon. The area surrounding the project site will continue to be temporarily closed to the public.
Upcoming Events & Activities
• Story Time in the Park - enjoy a free, family-friendly story and activity for all ages on November 19 from 1:00 to 1:45pm at Wilderness Park.
• Let it Snow - enjoy a free, family-friendly event at Seaside Lagoon to celebrate the holiday season. The event will be held on Saturday, December 6 from 12:00 - 4:00pm and will include food, crafts, and real show.
• Holiday Tree Lighting - the 45th annual holiday tree lighting event will take place in front of City Hall on Tuesday, December 9 starting at 4:30pm. This free event is open for all ages and will include music and performances.
The following information is provided as updates following inquiries from the Commission regarding recreation and park-related projects and initiatives:
Alta Vista Pickleball Tennis & Pickleball Courts Project
Staff has collected multiple quotes for the project. All quotes received were approximately 30% above original estimates, so staff worked with the preferred vendor to refine the scope to be more inline with allocated funding. Staff continues to work towards identifying funding opportunities to support additional project costs above the allocated amount.
Franklin Park Playground Replacement Project
On Tuesday, December 2, 2025, the City Council reviewed the proposed design of the Franklin Park playground replacement project. The recommended design was approved with the following additional items:
• Inclusion of the City logo on the side of the Rock with Me platform rocker
• Inclusion of signage regarding history of the park as well as information regarding the renovation project
• Updates be made to the City website to highlight the uniqueness of the park with highlighted features of the new playground
• An additional allocation of up to $5,000 for movable rings or fidget-type play elements to be incorporated throughout the play structure, where possible.
Staff are already in communication with GameTime to make the slight modifications and to enter into a contract. Staff anticipate returning to the City Council for approval of the contract in January 2026.
Historical Museum
The following items are provided as updates and general information regarding historic-related items under the purview of the Public Amenities Commission:
Facility Operations and Attendance (November 2025)
The museum was open on the following days: 2, 5, 8, 9, 12, 15, 16, 19, 22, 23, 26, 29, and 30
The museum had a total guest count of 141 for the month.
General Updates
Additional facility improvements, special projects, and event information will be shared during the Community Services Department’s general overview item, listed later on this agenda.
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