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PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE,Regular Meeting
October 19,2004,6:00 p.m.
Sixth Floor Conference Room, City Hall
1201 Leopard St,Corpus Christi,TX
Members Present Members Absent Staff Present
Anne Baker Gregory Perces C.J. McKinney Sally Gaviik
Sandy Billish Carl Suding David On drias
David Cissna Karen Woodard K Chute
Doninda Garza Hunter Young
Rome Gregorio
I. CALL TO ORDER OF THE PARK&RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Chair, Sandy Billfish called the meeting to order at 5:05 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS:
The recording secretary called roll and announced that a quorum was present.
III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES:
Regular Meeting,August 11, 2004
Davie Cissna requested the minutes in Section VI, Committee, Uaison/Staff Reports, Greens reflect his
note that the Study of Comparable Cities was extremely well done. Davie Cissna then made a motion
to accept the minutes with this addition. Greg Parkes seconded. Motion passed.
Regular/Special Called Meeting, September 8,2004
Cad Suding made a motion to accept the minutes as submitted. Rome Gregorio seconded. Motion
Special Ca
aCalled Meeting, September 27,2004
Rome Gregorio made a motion to accept the minutes as submitted. Davie Cissna seconded. Motion
passed.
IV. Hear from the Public-none
V. BUSINESS
A. PRESENTATIONS,DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
1. Artesian Park Sculpture Presentation,Michael Manjanis
Mr. Manjanis was unable to attend.
2. La Concha Park Project
Mr. James Urban had a scheduling conflict and requested his presentation be on the November
agenda. Chair,Sandy Nish approved.
3. Kern Ullberg,Sea Turtle Project
Member, Cad Suding who also leads the Seagull Park Development Committee gave a brief
overview of the proposed park Improvements. He states the committee has been working toward
purchasing the Sea Turtle Sculpture by Kent Ullberg for about 18 months. Their committee plans to
place the sculpture in the park. Their basic plan suggests a reflective park atmosphere. Along with
the sculpture will be a fountain, several seating areas,trees and shrubs. Activity areas for baseball,
basketball, and a playground are also planned.
Anne Baker made a motion to support the Sea Gull Park Improvement plans and accept the Sea
Turtle Sculpture as presented. Greg Parkes seconded. Motion passed. Sandy Marsh and Carl
Suding abstained. Sandy Billfish offered to assist the committee to develop their City Council
presentation. Carl Soling said he would be sure the Paris&Recreation Advisory Committee
received an update on the project at their regular November meeting.
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4. Trust Funds and Keystone Parks Project
Director, Sally Gavlik reviewed the Trust Fund process and the departments ability to spend the
allocated money to begin developing the Keystone Parks as referenced in the City of Corpus Christi
Parks, Recreation& Open Space Master Plan. Terminology will correspond with the Master Plan.
Ms. Gavlik introduced Michelle Harrington, an Intern with Texas A&M Corpus Christi currently
working on this project with the Parks&Recreation Department. Ms. Harrington has identified the
existing parks and the areas of corresponding funds eligible for expenditure.
Committee members gladly received the information, expressed appreciation for the work involved,
and anticipate updates as the project progresses. Davie Cissna expressed his concern regarding
the allocation of fnds generated from the North West area being used in some other area. Ms.
Gavlik briefly explained the process for allocation and spending of funds.
B. NEW BUSINESS
Resignation of Gloria Aguilar
Chair, Sandy Billish acknowledged the resignation of Gloria Aguilar. The Recording Secretary received
Ms.Aguilar's letter and forwarded it to the City Secretary's Office.
Discussion was held regarding the process for receiving new members. The review of new member
applications and recommendation will be on the November agenda.
C. OLD BUSINESS-none
VI. COMMITTEE, LIAISON/STAFF REPORTS
STAFF REPORT:
Sally Gavlik noted the La Concha project as it relates to park dedicated land. Discussion was held
regarding the responsibility of the Park&Recreation Advisory Committee to review all pending development
plats that involve the dedication of park land. The committee decided to have the Planning Sub-committee
review the plats. Additional information will come from staff regarding the City's Planning Committee
requirements and meeting schedule. Review guidelines appropriate to the City's rules and regulations and
the Master Plan will be developed by staff to assist the sub-committee. Additional discussion will be held at
/ the November meeting.
Ms. Gavlik invited the members to the Dan Whitworth Park Dedication to be held on Saturday, November
13'"at 11:00 am, with a reception to follow at St. Pius Church. Formal invitations will be forthcoming.
FINANCE/BUDGET SUB-COMMITTEE:
Sandy Billish stated they have not met. After discussion their meeting time was changed to 12:30 pm.
The previously requested update on the Latchkey program will be forwarded to this sub-committee.
PLANNING DEVELOPMENT SUB-COMMITTEE:
Karen Woodard has been working with staff and other city organizations on Arbor Day Celebration events.
A flier with applicable Information was distributed.
In continuation of a previous discussion about last year's workshop and goals, Ms. Woodard suggested in
the upcoming term each member of their sub-committee pick a focus project to work toward achieving a
specific goal.
She also requested additional discussion on the idea of the Park Ops staff being able to use satellite parking
arrangements at various Fire Stations and Water Treatment Plants. If possible, this arrangement should cut
down on drive time of working crews. Staff will be asked to assist with research on this project.
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT:
Greg Perkes noted the last facility tour/recreational program review was about 1% years ago. He
recommended another tour be considered in the Spring to Include the new members. The sub-committee
would like an update of current programs. Sandy Billish noted the Finance sub-committee receives program
information with their updates. An overview to the committee was discussed.
Dorrinda Garza asked about making the SMART Program a mandatory part of the City's youth programs.
Sally Gavlik lead discussion regarding the Implementation of such programs as It relates to the current and
upcoming league contracts. Additionally, Ms. Gavlik advised such league changes would need to come
before the Park & Recreation Advisory Committee in the form of a motion before going to City Council for
possible approval or action. Ms. Gavlik said she would have a staff representative contact Ms. Garza to
work on this project. Ms. Gavlik will also consult our Assistant City Manager.
GREENS:
I Davie Cissna expressed the sub-committee's appreciation for the recent special meetings to address the
Meadowbrook Drainage Improvement project as it related to the Oso Beach Golf Course. The hard work
was acknowledged and being able to give input was appreciated by the sub-committee. The discussions
were well received.
Mr. Cissna requested additional details on the Bond 2004 proposals. Ms. Gavlik will ask the City's Public
Information Director to contact Mr. Cissna.
VI. COMMITTEE CONCERNS—none
VII. Request for Information,Agenda Items
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
Anne Baker made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Dorrinda Garza seconded. The meeting was adjourned
at 6:30 pm.
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Sally Gavlik, Director
P and Recreation Department