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April 5, 2012 Page 2 9. NEW ITEMS A. Lang Ranch Community Park Concept Plan and Parks in Zone 2 Jones recused himself and left the room announcing a potential conflict of interest. Friedl provided background information and a history of the process that led to the creation of the current concept plan. He introduced Park Planners Shauna Welty and Denise Johns. Johns and Welty made a formal presentation of the concept plan. Alyse Lazar, Thousand Oaks, expressed support for the project and referred to her written letter submitted earlier. She asked that the District remain true to the master plan in serving the designated residents living within the 2 -mile radius of the proposed park. Mike Byrne, Thousand Oaks, expressed support for the plan and believes his family will make great use of the entire park's family -friendly plans and is enthusiastic over the possibility of disc golf. Joseph Keays, Thousand Oaks, supports the well -thought out concept for Lang Ranch Community Park and is excited about exploring the amenities planned for the space, including that designated for cycling enthusiasts. Stu Shulman, Camarillo, spoke in favor of the proposed concept plan. He appreciates the hard work of the District in preparing the plan and continuing to support the community. Bill Bertram, Thousand Oaks, is supportive of the plan and thanked staff for considering using a portion of the new park for silent, motor -less, radio - controlled sail planes. It was moved by Gibson, seconded by Holt, and carried 3-0 to: 1. Approve Lang Ranch Community Park Concept Plan. 2. Authorize staff to work with community stakeholder groups, regulatory agencies, and consultants to develop a more detailed Lang Ranch Community Park Concept Plan and ultimately a Draft Master Plan.