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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes Parks And Recreation Advisory Committee - 06/10/2009 V PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETI Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 5:00 p.m. Sixth Floor Conference Room ECEI Ven City Hall, 1201 Leopard, Corpus Christi, TX 78401 Members Present Members Absent Staff Present AUG 21 2009 Kendal Keyes ReneCarlos Haney Gutierrez Kim rrez SalStacie Talbert G1ysGavlik l CRE7ARV0 OFFICE Rita Padron K Chute Carrie Robertson Reba George Sylvia Samaniego Becky Perrin Huxley Smith Joshua Wentworth Lisa Torres Hunter Young Ron Woods 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. Introduction of new members; Rita Padron and Huxley Smith. Introduction of Program Superintendent, Becky Perrin. III. ADOPTION OF MINUTES May 13, 2009, Regular Meeting Sylvia Samaniego made a motion to accept the minutes as submitted. Ron Woods seconded. Motion passed. IV. PUBLIC Comment— none V. BUSINESS B. OLD BUSINESS FOR DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION Tour Itinerary Discussion Areas discussed; beach tour needs to be separate, Oso Creek project as related to the Bond 2008 improvements, Oso Golf Course regarding new irrigation and Force Account work, Hans Suter Park regarding upcoming statue installation, Shoreline Parks regarding their challenges, Cole Park regarding the Master Plan and Bond 2008 funding, Oleander Point regarding completed improvements. The committee decided to meet at the Cole Park, Skate park on Saturday, June 20th, 8:30 am. C. NEW BUSINESS FOR DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION Notify members of upcoming term options Members who completed terms in August, 2009 were announced. The option to request reinstatement was addressed. Likewise the option to resign was also given. The need for appropriate correspondence was emphasized. Action on current members completing terms will be on the July agenda. VI. COMMITTEE, LIAISON/STAFF REPORTS FINANCE/MARKETING: Hunter Young reported their review of Tennis Reports, Scheduling Software, and Secret Shoppers. (Carlos Haney arrived at 5:17 pm) SCANNED ^ PLANNING DEVELOPMENT: SCANNED There was no meeting. �! YYY YYY L V PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT: There was no meeting. SPECIAL PROJECTS: Joshua Wentworth provided a handout report and spoke of the improvement projects being done at the Oso Golf Course; irrigation, bathroom, upgrades, cart path, etc. Some projects are scheduled to be completed after summer programs. Hunter Young noted a sub-committee review and new assignments will be on the July agenda. (Carrie Robertson arrived at 5:25 pm) GREENS: Ron Woods reported the sub-committee met and discussed the following; > Rounds of golf played are down due to irrigation work. Work is going good with completion expected by end of June. > Lozano Center has a problem with 'no shows' and late cancelations for registered tee times. Solutions are being considered. > The committee agreed to recommend the Lozano course continue to be closed on Mondays for maintenance. Additional suggestions for revenue are being considered. > Junior golf morning weekend play was requested. To negate the loss of revenue for the Junior discounted fees, the Committee agreed Juniors could play tournaments on weekdays or in the afternoons on weekends. V. BUSINESS continued A. Public Hearing, Presentation, Discussion and Action H. P. Garcia Park Master Plan, amended to include the Dog Park Stacie Talbert provided a PowerPoint presentation and discussion about the previously approved H.P. Garcia Park Master Plan, that was reviewed and its priorities updated in 2008 to include the public's request for a Dog Park. The current proposed Master Plan does include a Dog Park. Items discussed; > The proposed location within the park does not block the natural drainage of the park. > The location within the park allows for natural separation from other activities, such as practice fields, etc. > The dog park is designed to separate the play areas of the big and small dogs. > A proposed set of rules are posted on the CC Dogs website, include 'aggressive behavior will not be allowed'. > CC Dogs will monitor the park at the beginning. Thereafter, the Honor System will be in place. > The City must enforce appropriate laws for tags, shots, etc. > The City will not have any liability. > A K9 Coach will assist with volunteer classes on public etiquette. > Eco-friendly mulch will be used; not grass. > Additional shrubs, park benches, etc will be sold during fundraisers. > Completion and opening dates will be determined by fundraising. Sylvia Samaniego made a motion to approve the amendment of the H.P. Garcia Park Master Plan to include a dog park, as presented. Kendal Keyes seconded. Motion passed. VI. COMMITTEE, LIAISON/STAFF REPORTS continued WATERSHORE AND BEACH ADVISORY COMMITTEE: Due to a scheduling change, Carrie Robertson was unable to attend. There was no report. DIRECTOR: 1. Update on Beachwalk Project Ms. Gavlik provided an update on the Beachwalk project from the original request to the current discussions regarding the landing of the Harbor Ferry at the Ortiz Center, including a walking trail through the Watergarden connecting to the Bay Trail at the barge dock. Approval from the RTA and Port Authority has not been received. Public notice cannot begin until these support `d documents are received. Presentation to the museum is also upcoming, so it could be September before this item is ready for Council. Concern regarding the seasonal ferry service was addressed by suggesting the use of the RTA Trolley. Staff will continue working on this project and return reports as they develop. 2. Committee membership related items: > TRAPS magazine articles reflect new trends and updated information. Committee members can attend and have separate sessions at conferences > PRAC/Department Logo Shirts, help identify members attending community functions. > Business Cards requested by members have been approved. Members need to email K Chute their desired information; name, email, phone, etc. Proofs will be distributed at the July meeting if all information has been received. Cards will be printed in City's teal color with Department Tri-colored logo and PRAC mission statement. 3. Department budget update Ms. Gavlik provided an updated on the current budget work for FY 09-10. Discussion included a 1.1 million dollar reduction and increased allocations, HOT funding distribution, Force Account consisting of 9 employees who will now be in construction rather than mowing to save jobs. Members requested the correct procedure for supporting the department. Ms. Gavlik explained the difference between addressing the council as an individual citizen and as a representative of the committee. After much discussion, the committee decided to postpone their scheduled tour and meet to compose a statement from the committee to the council. Rita Padron made a motion to postpone the scheduled tour and meet on Saturday, June 20th at the Lawrence Street, Boaters Facility, at 9am, to create a statement to be presented to council in support of the Parks & Recreation Department budget for FY 09-10. Sylvia Samaniego seconded. Motion passed. Members may email K Chute their comments that will then be compiled and returned to all members. Discussion will not take place between members. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: 1. Stacie Talbert described the Sajai Wise Kids Program with 306 participants in conjunction with the Coastal Bend Diabetes Association. This nine week student program integrates healthy eating and lifestyle choices into the parents and family's daily routine. 2. Ms. Talbert also noted the upcoming America's Promise Alliance Summit to be held in August at the American Bank Center. She will forward additional information as it becomes available on the Drop-out Prevention Leadership Summit. Members are invited to attend. VII. IDENTIFY ITEMS TO BE PLACED ON NEXT AGENDA A Special Called Meeting will be held June 20th to compose a statement to address Council in support of the department's budget. VIII. ADJOURNMENT Rita Padron made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Sylvia Samaniego seconded. The meeting was adjourned by Chair, Hunter Young at 7:14 p.m. 1✓i.1• d ally Gavli -, Director Parks an recreation Department