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September 26, 2002 Page 4 B. Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy Meeting Notice And Agenda — September 23, 2002 - No Comment C. Children, Families And Community Commission Agenda — September 19, 2002 And Minutes — July 15, 2002 - No Comment D. Correspondence Regarding Park Dedication Fees Received - No Comment E. Budget Performance Report — August 2002 - No Comment 11. DEPARTMENT REPORTS A. Park Division Report Sorensen reported that legislation, effective January 1, has been passed which will require anyone under 18 years of age to wear a helmet when riding a bike or a skateboard, or wearing inline skates; infractions will result in a $25 fine; and the law will have an impact on District facilities. He said that Hillcrest Christian has expressed renewed interest in acquiring Estella Park, and staff may return for Board approval to enter into discussions. He said that, as requested, staff is working to set up a tour of the Oakbrook Regional Park and Chumash Interpretive Center. In response to Gibson's inquiry, Sorensen explained the necessary steps in the possible acquisition of the site, and said that if the Board approves of an MOU it could be signed by the County in December, and the County is aware of the District's interest. In response to Jacobsen's inquiries, Sorensen said that, relative to the helmet legislation, it is his preference to use Notice to Comply signage, and it is his understanding that a first offense fee will be waived if the offender is accompanied by his/her parents to court. Relative to the sale of Estella Park, Sorensen agreed that if no property is available for purchase in that neighborhood use zone, Estella Park should not be considered for acquisition by Hillcrest Christian. In response to Gibson's inquiry about Dos Vientos Community Center, Sorensen said that, although no commitment has yet been received from Operating