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Chairperson Malindzak discussed with Ms. Dulka the differences between the YMCA program and that of Tri-Valley Haven, the need for kids to learn appropriate social and environment behaviors, and the impacts evidenced when children have low-esteem. Ms. Dulka also noted the benefits of having one more program serving the community to overcome the problem of bullying. Rotary Club of Pleasanton (Pleasanton Community Farm — Phase 1/Site Design) — Bob Brown, Sasha Greenlee, Kamryn Brown and Tim Janisve) — advised that the Rotary Club of Pleasanton is partnering with Abbie 4-H and seeking funding to complete the site design for a prospective community farm on the Bernal Property. He advised that Abbie 4-H helps young people build skills and learn teamwork. The Commission was provided information about the land designated in the Bernal Property Phase II Specific Plan and the site design for this area would be consistent with requirements and guidelines contained in the Bernal Property Phase II Specific Plan. Commissioner Olmo was advised that the age range of youth in 4-H was 5-19 years and that Rotary Club of Pleasanton was applying for the grant, but was partnering with Abbie 4-H. Ms. Yurchak discussed with Mr. Brown the difference in funding amount requested from the amount requested the previous year. Commissioner Hadley discussed the time frame for this project, and was advised by Mr. Brown that this funding request was for the hiring of a landscape architect who would be able to provide documents to be presented to City Council. Ms. Hopkins was informed that funding would also go towards cost analysis information for this project, and Commissioner Pearce was advised that site design documents would take about a year to complete. Sasha Greenlee, Kamryn Brown and Tim Janisye presented to the Commission and provided information about participation in 4-H. Axis Community Health (HPV Vaccines for Low-Income Tri-Valley Teens) — Valerie Jonas — provided information about the health care that Axis provides to low-income families in the Tri- Valley and advised that this funding request would allow them to purchase HPV vaccine that could be used to protect 46 teens from low-income families. Tri-Valley YMCA (Allowing Kids with Special Needs to Thrive at Y Camp) — Kris Farro and Kelly O'Laque Dulka — informed the Commission that funding for this program would allow for families with special-needs children to enroll in summer day camps. An estimated 270 Pleasanton participants will be served. Ms. Dulka advised that the YMCA takes children that other programs won't take, is committed to serving kids with challenging needs, and provides families with funding for programs when needed. She advised that most families are low to very-low income and the YMCA provides them with as much assistance as possible. The Commission was informed that The Gatehouse Academy for Gifted Education, Inc. had now provided their required 2012 tax documents. Youth Commission Minutes March 13,2013 Page 5