091202 - Laserfiche WebLink

Browse Search

September 12, 2002 Page 3 8. NEW ITEMS D. Approval To Execute Annual Lease Renewal With Ride On Therapeutic Horsemanship Pluth introduced Bryan McQueeney, Executive Director of Ride On. McQueeney thanked the District, and said it was a pleasure to work with the District. He highlighted recent accomplishments and said that service has been provided to disabled riders, volunteers have been trained, summer camps have been conducted, there is a growing relationship with the community, and he looks forward to expanding the program. He identified facility improvements, including a round arena and trails, and said that a long-term lease has been critical to the program's success. He noted the independent auditor's report. In response to Lange's inquiry, McQueeney said that the benefits of the local program have spilled over to the San Fernando Valley location, and Pluth said that the insurance is appropriate, and water costs are minimal. Berger commended McQueeney on the positive impact the program is having in the community. Jacobsen commended McQueeney on the low administration costs of the program. It was moved by Gibson, seconded by Lange, and carried 5-0 to authorize staff to execute the annual lease renewal with Ride On Therapeutic Horsemanship for $40 per year. A. Election Of Representative To CSDA (California Special Districts Association) Board Of Directors Ward referenced the documentation, and noted this is an annual process. Lange nominated Acosta. Berger closed the nominations. It was unanimously agreed to nominate James Acosta of Saticoy Sanitary District as a representative (Seat C, Region 5, term ending in 2005) to the CSDA Board of Directors. B. Consideration Of Appointment To The Goebel Senior Center Commission Ward synopsized the appointment process, noting that at the August 28