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September 21, 2001 Page 3 Margaritis (Peg) Rungaitis spoke in opposition to the use of the site by the Thousand Oaks High School Cross Country Track Team, cited safety concerns, and thanked the District for its efforts. Marilee Ullmann, long-time Thousand Oaks resident, reviewed past relevant history of the site and master planning effort, spoke in opposition to the use of the site by the Thousand Oaks High School Cross Country Track Team, cited safety concerns, and noted that Waverly Park is the only equestrian site in the community. Barbara Kloster thanked the Board for the opportunity to speak. She said she is a past member of the Waverly Park focus group, the use of the site by runners and joggers was never discussed during the planning process, it is the School District's responsibility to find a new site for the cross country runners, and she cited safety and compatibility issues as the main concerns. She said that the runners should not be allowed to use the site, and the prohibition should include the October 4 meeting, and she urged that the issue be agendized. Jeannette Welling, long time resident, spoke in opposition to the use of Waverly Park by the Thousand oaks High School Cross Country Track Team, and cited safety concerns. She said that horses and runners are not compatible, and she described a dangerous incident on Erbes Road involving cross country runners and a frightened horse. She said safety is the main concern, and alternative sites are available for runners. Gibson noted that written statements and cards were received and would be read by the Board. He said that staff is investigating the issue, no action will be taken tonight, no public hearing on the issue has been scheduled, and he thanked all for their attendance and participation in the meeting. In response to Berger's inquiries, Sorensen said that Waverly Park is an alcohol free park, and Benton said that the cross country meet is scheduled for October 4 at 3 p.m. Berger urged continued communication and cooperation with the police. Jacobsen requested that the Board be kept informed of ongoing problems such as drinking in the parks. 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA It was moved by Holt, seconded by Berger, and carried 5-0, to approve the agenda as presented.