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PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETI CRC^
Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 5:00 p.m. CEIvED
Sixth Floor Conference Room
City Hall, 1201 Leopard, Corpus Christi,TX 78401 APR 02 2009
Members Present Members Absent Staff Present �cCREfARy,SOFFI�
Rene Gutierrez Garrett Dorsey Sally Gavlik E
Kendal Keyes Stacie Talbert
Jinsun Kim Reba George
Carrie Robertson Ronald Sepulveda
Sylvia Samaniego Billy Delgado
Lisa Torres Joshua Wentworth
Hunter Young Cory Brooks
Ron Woods Susan Torrance
Leon Upshaw
Donna Deleon
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair, Hunter Young called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
The recording secretary called roll and announced that a quorum was present.
III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
January 14, 2009, Regular Meeting
Lisa Torres made a motion to accept the minutes as presented. Rene Gutierrez seconded. Motion
passed.
IV. PUBLIC Comment— none
Sally Gavlik noted Billy Delgado has accepted a position in the Engineering Department. Joshua
Wentworth will continue working on Park Planning.
Also, Ronnie Sepulveda accepted a six month assignment with Metro-call of the Police Department.
Leon Upshaw will be his Acting-In-Charge.
V. BUSINESS
A. Presentations
1. Corpus Christi Tennis Association
Glenn Barker gave the Corpus Christi Tennis Association (CCTA) report. Mr. Baker stated
CCTA is a 250 member, non-profit group, who promote tennis, and are members of the South
Texas Professional Tennis Association. They have nationally recognized programs to teach
the economically challenged students of our area. Their tournaments bring visitors who add to
the local economy through their use of hotels, restaurants and other local businesses. CCTA
provided a report of their February 7th tournament.
CCTA is asking for professionals and good facility. They example needed court repairs and
lighting issues.
2. HEB Tennis Center
LU Cory Brooks, Pro at the HEB Tennis Center since January 2007, but has taught at the center
since 2001. Mr. Brooks teaches as Premier Tennis, Inc. They have programs for all; those
economically challenged, all ages, all levels with 30 major events by using the HEB Center as
the event headquarters and playing on other courts through out the City. He presented an
Economic Impact Study highlighting tournament effects.
U A brief discussion was held; inquiry requested the number of daily players at the center, and
CO suggestion to use the new computer program to support stat reports.
3. Al Kruse Tennis Center
Susan Torrance, Pro at the Al Kruse Tennis Center was raised in Corpus Christi and has played
since she was 5 years old. She became the center's pro in 1987 serving a broad spectrum of
the community providing programs and play for ages four through eighty seven. The center
provides daily reports of players and revenues though they are not computerized.
Ms. Torrance states their#1 priority is the court surface maintenance.
Additional remarks were heard from:
Martha Durham, CCTA Director, additional information is available on the Corpus Christi
Convention and Visitor's Bureau and at Texas.USTA.com.
Larry Quisenberry who moved to Corpus Christi by invitation from Steve Denton, previous
HEB Center Pro feels it important to improve the looks and upgrade the center to a more
market competitive facility to be able to host bigger, better events.
Chair, Hunter Young expressed appreciation for everyone attending the meeting and
providing their comments.
B. Presentation for Discussion and Possible Action
CC Beach Park Renaming to Dolphin Park
Carrie Robertson, spokesperson for the Corpus Christi Beach Association, a non-profit group
comprised of beach property owners, formally requested support from the committee to rename the
CC Beach Park, located at the north end of CC Beach, to Dolphin Park. JoAnn Gilbertson, a
member of CC Beach Association, spoke in support of the name change.
Ms. Robertson also noted the use of Beachwalk, to reference the Promenade/beach sidewalk, to
Dolphin Park seemed more visitor friendly.
Ms. Gilbertson, a property owner, additionally spoke of the desire for HOT funds to be used to
improve CC Beach. Sally Gavlik noted HOT funds are specifically restricted to use on the Gulf
Beaches. Legislature must be changed before the bay beaches could be included.
Lea Lenaham also a CC Beach Association member, noted support of the park's name change
and the rebranding of CC Beach.
Sylvia Samaniego made a motion to accept the Corpus Christi Beach Association proposal to
rename CC Beach Park to Dolphin Park. Lisa Torres seconded. The motion passed.
Sally Gavlik explained the 60—90 day process to meet the committees and City's policies and
procedures.
C. New Business for Discussion and Possible Action
1. Review of applications and recommendation for new members
Sally Gavlik noted the resignation of Mari Whitworth, due to her additional school duties, and
Greg Perkes acceptance to another committee automatically resigns him from this committee.
Chair, Hunter Young accepted new member nominations from the floor as follows:
Ron Woods nominated, Kendal Keyes seconded, John Keys
Sylvia Samaniego nominated, Rene Gutierrez seconded, Elisha Dickerson, Ill
Lisa Torres nominated, Sylvia Samaniego seconded, Monica Pena Moore
Hunter Young nominated, Rene Gutierrez seconded, Scott Harris
Ron Woods nominated, Lisa Torres seconded, Carlos Haney
Carrie Robertson nominated, Lisa Torres seconded, Cecilia Huerta
The committee voted to recommend, Cecilia Huerta (first member) and Carlos Haney (second
member). Should an alternate be requested, the committee recommends John Keys. Staff was
requested to notify the City Secretary's Office. It was also noted, due to elections, Council
cannot appoint new members after February 24r".
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2. Land Transfer from Trust for Public Land to Coastal Bend Bays and Estuaries Program
Sally Gavlik reviewed the item summarizing its evolution from conception to current and noting
the necessity for the transfer.
Lisa Torres made a motion to support the transfer as presented. Ron Woods seconded. Motion
passed.
3. Committee's New Vision Statement and Goals Project
Hunter Young and Rene Gutierrez lead the committee in discussion about the project.
Clarifying comments included; the vision statement and goals guide new members and keep
work on task; vision statement and goals relate where and how committee can support
staff/department and residents of the community.
A workshop to address the vision statement and goals was suggested. The committee decided
to schedule a workshop for their March meeting.
D. Old Business for Discussion and Possible Action
1. Review and Action on Updates to Bylaws,and Rules and Regulations
Recommended changes to the Bylaws, and Rules and Regulations of the Corpus Christi Parks
and Recreation Advisory Committee were reviewed. As there was no further discussion
requested, Rene Gutierrez made a motion to approve the updates to the committee's Bylaws,
and Rules and Regulations. Lisa Torres seconded. Motion passed.
2. Tennis Center Improvements
Discussion was held regarding the most urgent needs and staffs ability to accomplish those
tasks as follows:
> light work at HEB Center covered by remaining Bond 2004 money? Staff to research.
> previous replacement lights were welded onto old bolts, safety concern. Joshua Wentworth
will consult Engineering.
> how soon can Bond 2008 funding be used for court repair? Staff will meet with Cory Brooks
and Susan Torrance to compose schedule for work after funding process is completed.
> statistical report requested on Al Kruse and HEB Centers. Donna DeLeon to compile report
from daily pink sheets of Al Kruse Center.
VI. COMMITTEE, LIAISON/STAFF REPORTS
FINANCE/MARKETING:
Hunter Young reported they met and reviewed the expenditure and revenue report for the department
including Golf and Marina. After discussion, additional information was requested on the golf
surcharge and tournaments.
PLANNING DEVELOPMENT:
Joshua Wentworth reported seven plats were reviewed at their earlier meeting today.
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT:
Sylvia Samaniego is the new Chair. Jinsun Kim is to present an Educational Tree Program to the
committee at an upcoming meeting.
Sally Gavlik reported from a previous request, that the UDC Landscape portion was passed by
Council. This portion contains tree specifications, but does not qualify for the Tree City requirement.
Staff is reviewing the five previous drafts with the Forest Service. When possible, the final draft will
be provided the committee.
SPECIAL PROJECTS:
Joshua Wentworth provided the update.
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GREENS:
Ron Woods reported the committee met to discuss possible grant opportunities from NRPA for clubs;
TX ABM Student project to define best way to schedule golf practice and play for students; currently
the greens are in hibernation, trees are being trimmed, the Oso irrigations system is a very nice hi-
tech system funded from the 2004 Bond, hole #6 need bathroom upgrade, while there is no
concessioner, snacks are being sold from the Pro Shop.
MARINA ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
PRAC did not have a representative attend their meeting. Ron Woods volunteered to be liaison until
a more permanent representative is appointed.
WATERSHORE AND BEACH ADVISORY COMMITTEE:
It was reported that the committee heard the proposal to change the Promenade reference name to
Beachwalk that was previously used. Staff advised that Council does not need to approve the return
to a previous name. It is usual practice to just revert to the name.
DIRECTOR:
Sally Gavlik stated Lisa Torres wanted to attend the Walk the Halls event and asked if there were
others planning to attend. Members interested were requested to notify the secretary, K Chute by
Friday, February 2091
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Ms. Gavlik noted the current GLO legislation includes the proposal for 20% of the Sporting Goods Tax
to be obligated for re-nourishment of beaches.
Ms. Gavlik provided the TRAPS, Economic Impact Study to the members in follow-up to the January
meeting comments and requests.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR:
Stacie Talbert reported the Dog Park is planned for a portion of HP Garcia Park. The final
plan/proposal will be presented to the committee, then Council as soon as possible, as the supporters
are anxious to begin working on the park.
Ms. Talbert noted the Enrichment Report provided in the member's packet. Staff will forward an
electronic version, if possible.
VII. IDENTIFY ITEMS TO BE PLACED ON NEXT AGENDA
After additional discussion, the Committee decided to use their March meeting as a workshop for
Vision Statement and Goal work.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
As there was no further business, Sylvia Samaniego made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Lisa
Torres seconded. The meeting was adjourned by Chair, Hunter Young at 7: 7 p.m.
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