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PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
February 12, 1992 - 4:00 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Toby Shor Oshman, Chairman, Jimmy Rodriguez, Vice-
Chairman, Claude Mel, Gwen Bryant, Joe Garcia, Roger Garrison, Robert Gunnels,
Curtis Rich, Jack Ratkovic, Augustine Ruiz, Cefe Valenzuela.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: Malcolm Matthews, Director, Mike Gordon, Assistant Director,
J. O. Lopez, Recreation Superintendent.
CALL TO ORDER The Chairman called the regular monthly meeting of the Park and
Recreation Advisory Committee to order at 4:00 p.m. in the Committee Room at City
Hall.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mr. Axel moved that the minutes of January 8th be
approved as received in the mail. Mrs. Bryant seconded and the motion passed
unanimously.
DISCUSSION OF SUBCOMMTITEE APPOINTMENTS: Chairman Shor Oshman
announced appointments to the following subcommittees:
Budget Subcommittee:Roger Garrison,Chairman,Toby Shor Oshman,Cefe Valenzuela,
Joe Garcia
Planning Subcommittee: Gwen Bryant,Chairman,Roger Garrison,Toby Shor Oshman,
Jimmy Rodriguez, Joe Garcia
Teen Center. Claude Axel, Chairman, Gwen Bryant, Gus Ruiz, Curtis Rich
Youth Sports: Jimmy Rodriguez, Chairman, Gus Ruiz, Jack Ratkovic, Claude Mel,
Curtis Rich
Greens Committee: Cefe Valenzuela
Special Liaisons include Flour Bluff area-Jack Ratkovic, Heritage Park-Gwen Bryant,
Northwest Area - Robert Gunnels, School District - Claude Axel, Sr. Citizens - Jack
Ratkovic, Special Events - Gwen Bryant, Westside Area - Gus Ruiz.
Mr. Rich moved that the subcommittee appointments be approved as recommended by
the Chairman. Mr. Garcia seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION ON CDBG PROJECTS: Mr. Gordon explained that the Planning
Subcommittee reviewed and prioritized projects for the 18th Year Community
Development Block Grant Program. He then briefly reviewed each of those projects.
Mrs. Bryant moved that the project list be adopted as submitted. Mr. Valenzuela
seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION OF YOUTH SPORTS FUNDING: Mr. Lopez passed out fact sheets
indicating available dollars. He stated that because the time frame has not expired on
the 1991 funding, only seven leagues are under consideration to have their 1990 balances
reallocated, for a total of$27,590. He stated that staff is recommending a decision not
be made on the 1990 balance at this time,but wait until the 1991 deadline which is May
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3, 1992, and both years' balances then be added together, for disposition as the
Committee sees fit.
Vice-Chairman Rodriguez stated the Subcommittee supported staffs recommendation,
as the leagues in question have had almost a year's extension.
Discussion followed and Mr. Rich moved that action on the remaining 1990 Youth
Sports funds be delayed until the 1991 funds become available, and in the meantime, the
Subcommittee meet and formalize a recommendation on the total available funding.
Mrs. Bryant seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION OF TRF-ES FOR PUBLIC PLACES: Mr.Gordon reviewed the program
the City will be submitting to the City Council within the next few weeks for approval
of a program to replace the urban forest. The program, calls for a utility bill check-off
whereby citizens can add an additional amount onto their utility bill each month with a
program goal of one tree per citizen by the Year 2000.
Mr. Matthews stated two important facets will be the securing of start-up funds and
promotion of the program as a tax-deductible donation, especially on a corporate level.
Mrs. Bryant moved that the Committee endorse the Trees for Public Places Project.
Vice-Chairman Rodriguez seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT: Chairman Shor Oshman reported that she had attended the
press conference announcing the Games of Texas to be held in Corpus Christi August
7-9th and was very impressed. Over 34 different, olympic styled sporting events will be
held, with approximately 15,000 participants. Currently, corporate sponsors are being
sought and she encouraged Committee members to speak to various groups.
The Chairman stated plans are being made for a tour of facilities.
(The Chairman left the meeting at this time.)
DIRECTOR'S REPORT: Mr. Matthews reported the City Council finalized the bond
sale for the 1992 projects. He then reviewed each of the Park and Recreation projects
in the sale.
On March 3nd, the department will be receiving Golf RFP's to build a third golf course.
Staff is anticipating between 10-12 proposals. A recommendation will be made to the
Greens Committee and the Park & Recreation Advisory Committee.
Mr. Gordon reviewed the 1989 A&M Needs Assessment Survey results.
Mr. Matthews reported the Heritage Park Tenants Association loans were wiped out by
the City Council, however, the new contracts were not approved. Staff has met with the
tenants. An RFP has been initiated to find a tenant for the Grossman Grande House.
Staff is continuing to work with CCISD on several issues, one of those being a
natatorium/recreation center and an improved relationship on sharing of facilities.
Oso Creek IB has been approved by the City Council, with a long-term lease with the
Botanical Garden.
Mr. Matthews reported that the Recreation staff coordinated a brainstorming, grass
roots-type session with 35 community leaden who work with youth on various issues.
Mr. Matthews reviewed special events to be held during March.
HEAR FROM THE PUBLIC None.
SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS: Heritage Park Tenants Association - Mrs. Bryant
reported a Maritime Festival will be held May 23rd. She also reported that the tenants
are pleased with the maintenance schedule operated by staff.
CURRENT CONCERNS: In answer to a question from Mr. Mel, staff explained
Latchkey Program fees.
Mr. Ratkovic expressed a concern regarding the Oso Soccer League. Mr. Matthews
stated the league is playing on Navy property currently owned by G.S.A. The City has
submitted a Letter of Interest on the property.
Mr. Rich suggested formation of another subcommittee dealing with policy on adult
sports be a discussion item for the March meeting. A lengthy discussion followed and
Mr. Matthews pointed out the Budget Subcommittee reviews fees as part of their
responsibility. Acting Chairman Rodriguez asked that the ordinances governing fees be
mailed to the members.
Mr.Valenzuela reported that by action of the Greens Committee,weekend tournaments
will begin at 8:00 a.m.
ADJOURNMENT: As there was no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6:05
p.m.
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Malcolm Matthews, Director
Park&Recreation Department