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September 20, 2001 Page 3 Sorensen discussed success of Ride -On program and their recent fundraiser. Ride -On now requesting help with three items to assist in program development: 1) A portable round pen — freeway noise a problem for some riders in the program. The pen would mitigate some of the noise and allow the rider to concentrate better on tasks. (Cost - $7,000) 2) A four-wheel drive utility vehicle — expectation is that Ride -On will share use of vehicle with the rangers. (Cost - $8,000) 3) One of the barns needs to be re -roofed. Barn was originally going to be demolished and a new structure built. A new roof will save money and maintain rural appearance. (Cost - $6,000) Bryan McQueeney of Chatsworth, director of Ride -On spoke giving information that he has received estimates and informal opinions from engineers and will have a formal opinion in a few weeks. Concern that new building will turn other barn from a "quaint' building into an eyesore and cause project to become too expensive. McQueeney also praised the outstanding partnership between Ride -On and the District. Questions raised by Chairman Jacobsen included timeframe and whether work will be finished before inclement weather; and time available to serve others in the community. McQueeney indicated that there is a diverse range of programs and services available. Moved by Director Lange, seconded by Director Jacobsen, and approved 4-0 to approve adding Capital Items to FY 2001-2002 Budget. 9. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION None 10. REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS A. Budget Performance Report for August 2001 B. Mountains Recreation And Conservation Authority Meeting Notice And Agenda — 917101 Director Lange wants everyone to be aware that MRCA had a special meeting regarding litigation between MRCA and the L.A. Unified School District. Issue is that property being sold by LAUSD was not offered to public agencies first.