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PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
Wednesday, February 13, 2008,5:00 p.m.
Sixth Floor Conference Room,City Hall
1201 Leopard Street,Corpus Christi,TX
Members Present Members Absent Staff Present .,
Garrett Dorsey Coretta Graham Sally GavHk
Dorrinda Garza Sylvia Samaniego Robert Armistead
Rene Gutierrez K Chute
Charles Lee Billy Delgado
Gregory Perkes Reba George
Buddy Sparks Ronnie Sepulveda
Hunter Young
Mad Whitworth
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair, Hunter Young called the meeting to order at 5:05 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
The recording secretary called roll and announced that a quorum was present.
III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES—January 16, 2008, Regular Meeting
February 4, 2008, Special Called meeting
Buddy Sparks made a motion to accept both minutes as presented. Dorrinda Garza seconded.
Motion passed.
IV. HEAR FROM THE PUBLIC—none
V. BUSINESS
A. PRESENTATION
1. Golf Division Update
Ronald Sepulveda introduced Clark Waters, temporary greens supervisor, and spoke of other
staff and their duties. He then gave a Power Point presentation highlighting the course
improvements, programs offered,fee incentives, new carts and equipment. He also led
discussion about the planned future improvements and needs of the courses. Questions were
asked and answered.
2. Park Improvements Report
Ray Curran reported the last portion of the 2004 Bond work has begun. He also gave a
detailed ratio analysis of staff, number of parks, and acres of maintenance responsibility. He
compared previous statistics with current information to express the need for additional staff,
equipment and operating funds.
Hunter Young invited Mr.Curran to a future Finance Committee meeting,stating they are
trying to address specific problems or situations.
3. SMART Program Update
Leon Upshaw provided a handout brochure giving general information about the Texas
Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF)youth sports training programs. Currently,the City's
Athletic Division has 36 sport leases. So far,6 adopted the TAAF training, 16 are doing
another training program,and 14 will start a training program with their contract renewal.
Mr. Upshaw then introduced the President of the Pop Warner Central Corpus Christi
Association, Mr. Felix Conjo. Mr. Conjo told how the training was adopted by his association
after an incident drew attention to the need for specialized training for their groups. He then
answered questions prepared by the Program Development Sub-Committee, and all member
questions. Both Mr. Conjo and Mr. Upshaw expressed overall behavior improvements with
this specialized training. Mr. Upshaw noted enforcement was difficult without more staff and
time to devote to the program.
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B. OLD BUSINESS FOR DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION
Review New Member Applications and Make a Recommendation
Chair, Hunter Young welcomed the visiting applicants.
The following new member applicants attended the meeting. Most addressed the committee.
Carrie Robertson is a self employed, North Beach resident,who is a wind surfer, uses parks,
and suggest more trash management.
Bill Leddon is retired from Civil Service, has lived in many places/cultures, came to city in 80's
because of our tennis sites and parks, wants dog parks walk/bike paths to community
destinations.
Elisha Dickerson, Ill is a student at TAMU, past member of CC YAC, has visited every CC
park, suggests concentration on family parks.
Don Rucker has lived in CC for 80 years and would like to give back to the city.
Jim Espey has participated in recreation/athletics all of his life, lives on the island and enjoys
scuba diving,grew up in park/rec setting.
Nick Horak graduated from WA,is a certified public manager,and wants dog parks.
Scott Harris is a civil engineer with leadership skills and a professional background, believes in
conserving natural resources, and community services, uses Oak Park Rec Center.
Rod Salinas lives on the south side, has worked with NIP and improving neighborhood parks.
Applicants were thanked for their attendance and comments.
Chair, Hunter Young opened the floor to accept nominations for a new member.
After review of the new member applications, Scott Harris was nominated by Greg Perkes,
seconded by Garrett Dorsey.
Doninda Garza nominated Elisha Dickerson, Ill, Rene Gutierrez seconded.
Garrett Dorsey nominated Jim Espey, Greg Perkes seconded.
There were no other nominations. The committee held dic.vresion. Thereafter,Chair, Hunter
Young called the vote. Scott Harris won the count with Jim Espey as second.
Staff will inform the City Secretary's office of this recommendation.
Director, Sally Gavlik thanked the applicants for attending and assured them of the retention of
their application for future review.
VI. COMMITTEE,LIAISON/STAFF REPORTS
FINANCE/BUDGET:
Hunter Young stated they met earlier today to discuss and begin a plan to bolster Heritage Park,
assist Park Operations, and review the Beach Parking Permits activity. Michele Thomas was invited
to their next meeting to provide information about the Beach Parking Permit process.
GREENS:
Rene Gutierrez reported he had not met with the committee. As temporary liaison, he requested
additional discussion at the March meeting regarding another member becoming the regular liaison.
PLANNING/DEVELOPMENT:
It was noted that this committee is lacking one member. Sally Gavlik suggested Billy Delgado
temporarily lead the group and the members make the recommendation.
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PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT:
Dorrinda Garza reported they met yesterday, and commented on the SMART Program update. The
committee also suggests the development of a grievance committee to be run by the City to handle
lease problems and to assist with lease renewals. It was also noted that the survey project by the
Texas State College students was not satisfactory and staff was re-working it.
MARKETING/PROMOTION:
Rene Gutierrez reported the January 31st retreat a success. They also met on February 5th to review
and discuss the retreat information. The committee will prioritize the information received and provide
a report to the committee. They are and will be working closely with staff.
SPECIAL PROJECTS:
Billy Delgado provided a project update summary handout. Additionally he presented pictures of the
Gardendale and Lakeview projects. The playground equipment company, Utile Tykes, recently sent
representatives to evaluate our environment. They will return with this information to work toward a
product that will better withstand the environmental elements. They will use our area as test site for
this new product. Also noted was the CDBG due date of February 29th and a brief discussion about
project coordination was held. The GIS class of Del Mar College will begin their project of mapping
each park. It was suggested to use park maps) at the Earth Day/Bay Day event.
DIRECTOR:
Sally Gavlik noted the Norma Urban Park proposal was approved by the City Council. The Partes &
Recreation Department will be working with the Downtown Management Development group, the
Urban family, Economic Development and others to coordinate the improvements.
Ms. Gavlik noted the Council's approval of the agreement with the Trust for Public Land (TPL)for the
Oso Bay Park. This agreement includes 49.5 acres to become part of the conservation park, a
collaboration with the Coastal Bend Bays&Estuaries group.
Ms. Gavlik then noted an additional 4.3 acres were purchased to add to the Brighten Park was also
approved by Council. This addition of land was planned with the two upcoming developers for a
bigger park site for all the area communities.
Robert Armistead said a dog park meeting is being scheduled to establish a site, amenities, and
funding.
Sally Gavlik updated the committee on the progress of the Master Plan project for the undeveloped,
nine Ocean Drive parks. The GIS department developed a map for our Latchkey staff to distribute
over 1,500 fliers. Staff will assess the volunteer responses and arrange the first meeting. Staff will
chair the focus group.
WATERHORE&BEACH ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Staff liaison, Garrett Dorsey reported their election of chair and vice chair. Additionally, the Packery
Channel previously received by PRAC was presented to them.
MARINA ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
Staff liaison, Greg Perkes reported the election of their officers and their approval of the marina utility
rate increase of 25%. They also received a presentation on the upcoming Boat Show. Airplane
displays will be added to this year's event. More participants are expected as the event grows.
VII. COMMITTEE CONCERNS/COMMENTS-none
VIII. REQUEST FOR INFORMATION,AGENDA ITEMS
> A report on trash pick-up was requested to cover regular maintenance and post special, major
events.
>A report on the status of North Beach improvement/development from Engineering.
> Suggestions for changing the life span of equipment from 20 years to 5-10 years.
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IX. ADJOURNMENT
As there was no further business, Buddy Sparks made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Greg Perkes
seconded. The meeting was adjourned by chair, Hunter Young at 8:50 pm.
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Sally Gavkk. Director
Pa and Recreation Department