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PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
October 14. 1992
MEMBERS PRESENT. Toby Shor Oshman, Chairman, Gwen Bryant, Roger Garrison,
Jack Ratkovic, Gus Ruiz, Cefe Valenzuela
MEMBERS ABSENT: Vice-Chairman Rodriguez, Claude Axel, Joe Garcia, Robert
Gunnels, Curtis Rich
STAFF PRESENT. Mike Gordon, Assistant Director for Operations, Dan Whitworth,
Assistant Director for Programs, J. O. Lopez, Superintendent of Support Services
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER Mr. Ruiz moved that the minutes of
September 9th be approved as received in the mail. Mr. Valenzuela seconded and the
motion passed unanimously.
ACTION ON ABSENT MEMBERS Mr. Valenzuela moved that Mr.Gunnels' September
absence be approved for just cause. Mr. Garrison seconded and the motion passed
unanimously.
DISCUSSION ITEMS.
Approval of Five Year Lease with American little League: Chairman Shor Oshman
reported that Mr. Rich contacted her and asked that the item be tabled another month
because of internal problems within the league. Mr. Valenzuela moved that the item be
removed from the tabled status. Mrs. Bryant seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Lopez stated staff is also recommending tabling the item as the league's charter is in
jeopardy with Little League and asked for additional time to resolve various issues. He also
recognized Mr. Les Orey, District Administrator for little League who was seated in the
audience. Mr. Valenzuela moved that the item be tabled as recommended by staff. Mr.
Ruiz seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Approval of Flour Bluff Area Development Plain Mr. Bob Payne, Sr. Planner, presented
the Flour Bluff Area Development Plan for the Committee's review. Through the use of
various maps, he pointed out the specific areas which were considered in development of
the Plan.
The Planning Subcommittee offered the following recommendations on the Plan: 1) extend
Caribbean Drive to Waldron Road, 2) Parker Park be expanded, 3) the proposed library
also function as a cultural experience, 4) the multi-use proposed for the abandoned Oso
Bay Railroad Bridge consider safety, 5) expand the joint use agreement with Flour Bluff
I.S.D., 6) use be limited for any of those parks located in the APZ Zones. Mr. Garrison
moved that the Flour Bluff Area Development Plan be approved with those changes as
recommended by the Planning Subcommittee. Mr. Valenzuela seconded and the motion
passed unanimously.
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Gordon introduced Frank Martin, State Executive Director of NYSCA from San Antonio,
Texas. He reviewed Mr. Martin's background, stating he is a recipient of the President's
"Point of Light" Award for his 25 years of volunteer service in youth sports. Mr. Gordon
then gave a brief history of the organization,stating the NYSCA is a non-profit organization
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developed to help improve sports for youth under the age of 16. Areas covered include
psychology, maximizing athletic performance, first aid, organizing practice and tips on
teaching. Both the coaches and parents are required to sign a Code of Ethics Pledge.
Several state organizations, such as the Texas Recreation and Park Society, Texas Amateur
Athletic Federation, and Texas PTA, have all endorsed the program. In addition, several
members of the Park and Recreation Department have received this training. The
Committee reviewed the various benefits of the plan and Mr. Martin noted that this
program is mandatory in San Antonio and Houston and is partially underwritten by the Park
and Recreation Department. Currently 5,500 coaches are trained annually.
A brief discussion followed and Mrs. Bryant moved that the NYSCA program be endorsed
by the City and the Committee recommend that it be made mandatory in Corpus Christi.
Mr. Valenzuela seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT.
Youth Sj orts Assistance Program - Mr. Lopez reported that the deadline for submittal of
grant requests was October 1st. He stated that this will be an agenda item for the
November meeting.
Small Business Administration (SBA) Tree Planting Grant- Mr. Gordon reported that the
department has received another grant from SBA in the amount of$14,000 (the first grant
was $17,000). These funds require a 50/50 match and will be used to purchase trees for
various parks across the city.
Folklife Festival - Marion Loucks, Superintendent of Cultural Services, discussed the
upcoming Folklife Festival to be held at Heritage Park on November 7th-8th. This year's
theme is"Women's Handwork"and features the handwork passed down through generations,
ranching traditions and various cultural foods.
Family Tree Proiect in Parker Park - Mr. Gordon reported that the tree project in Parker
Park in underway. Thus far, 18 trees have been purchased and planted.
CURRENT CONCERNS
None.
HEAR FROM THE PUBLIC
None.
ADJOURNMENT
As there was no further business, the meeting adjourned at
5:20 p.m.
Malcolm Matthews, Director
Park & Recreation Department
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