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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Parks And Recreation Advisory Committee - 07/13/1994 0 V MINUTES PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE July 13, 1994 MEMBERS PRESENT: Toby Shor, Chairman, Jimmy Rodriguez, Vice-Chairman, Annie Castro', Roger Garrison, Jack Ratkovic, Gus Ruiz, Hector Salinas, Sharon Stewart, Cefe Valenzuela MEMBERS ABSENT: Robert Gross, JoAnne McNeill STAFF PRESENT: Malcolm Matthews, Director, Mike Gordon, Assistant Director for Operations, Dan Whitworth, Assistant Director for Programs, Robert Heil, Athletics Supervisor, Judy Dreyer, Recording Secretary CALL TO ORDER: The regular monthly meeting of the Park and Recreation Advisory Committee was called to order at 4:00 p.m. in the Committee Room at City Hall by Chairman Shor. She noted that a quorum was present. ACTION ON MINUTES: The motion was made by Mrs. Castro to approve the minutes of June 8th as presented. Mr. Garrison seconded the motion which passed unanimously. ACTION ON ABSENT MEMBERS: The motion was made by Mr. Valenzuela to excuse Mr. Ruiz from the June meeting for just cause. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Castro and passed unanimously. ELECTION OF OFFICERS: Chairman Shor explained that election of officers is normally held each year shortly after City Council appointments, however, the Committee has had several resignations, and the election was delayed until a full committee was seated. She then opened the floor for nominations for Chairman. Mr. Ruiz moved that Toby Shor be re-elected as Chairman. There were no other nominations. Mrs. Castro seconded and the motion passed unanimously. Chairman Shor called for nominations for the position of Vice-Chairman. Mr. Valenzuela moved that Jimmy Rodriguez be re-elected as Vice-Chairman. There were no other nominations. Mrs. Castro seconded and the motion passed unanimously. Chairman Shor pointed out there were several vacancies on the various standing subcommittees and asked members to consider which subcommittees they would like to serve, and contact her prior to the next meeting. *g. /� f�YI 1 ��l'''���,,, Mrs. Castro left at 5:15 p.m. Q\JI 4, PRESENTATION BY WENDY'S FOR DONATION TO YOUTH BASKETBALL PROGRAM: Mr. Robert Heil, Athletics Supervisor, introduced Mr. Bobby DeLeon, Vice- President of Wendy's, who presented a $2,000 check in support of the operation of the City's youth basketball program. Mr. DeLeon spoke briefly, stating this is the second year for the company's sponsorship of the program, and was pleased with being able to increase the amount over the 1993 donation and with the positive impact of the program. PRESENTATION ON NATIONAL YOUTH SPORTS COACHES ASSOCIATION: Mr. Frank Martin, Regional representative, presented an overview of the program for the benefit of the new members, explaining the purpose of the organization was to insure that coaches of volunteer sports organizations are properly trained. Mr. Vic Menard, President of the local association, addressed the Committee on the need to have the training program and cited other cities which currently require the training. Mr. Wayne Tatman, C.E.O., YMCA, also endorsed the program. Staff explained the cost of the program, and stated it would be a discussion item for the August agenda. PRESENTATION ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM PROCEDURES: Ms. Jo Anne Dominguez, Administrative Assistant II with the Housing & Community Development Program, gave a brief overview of program procedures. She stated the program was started in 1975 and funds are distributed annually to local communities based on their population, housing and number of unemployed residents. Series of neighborhood meetings are held in order to determine the public's needs, however, they are required to work within established guidelines as determined by the City Council. These guidelines include that rehabilatation of, infrastructure improvements, ADA improvements and improvements to improve the quality of life to citizens. An RFP is then published, public hearings are conducted by the CDBG staff and the Planning Commission and final recommendations are sent to the City Council for their adoption. Residents are required to use the funds within five years, although it is preferred that projects be completed in one year, so that funding is not carried over to the next funding cycle. She also pointed out an agency cannot apply for funding for two years after receiving funds under this program. Ms. Dominguez then passed out informational packets and various materials for the Committee's review. PRESENTATION BY NUECES COUNTY SPORTS FACILITY DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVE: Mr. Rex Kennison stated the Nueces County Sports Facility District was formed by the Commissioners Court with representatives from the City, County and CCISD. The City's representatives are Robert Rowling and Rex Kennison, the County's representatives are A. C. Johnson and Jimmy Rodriguez and CCISD's representative is George Wetzell. Their mission is to build a new arena/coliseum in the Convention area, a multi- purpose complex, a festival site/outdoor baseball park and additional recreational facilities for youth. DIRECTOR'S REPORT: Mr. Matthews stated the orientation will be held for the new members as soon as their schedules would permit. • Mr. Gordon introduced Mrs. Coonrod, La Mer Condominiums, who in turn recognized Mr. George Detman for the volunteer work in landscaping the Broadway Bluff. 4110 410 Mr. Matthews announced the department had recently received notification of a T.R.A.P.S. State Marketing Award. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS: None. CURRENT CONCERNS: Mr. Ratkovic questioned the status of the parking lot at Ethel Eyerly Center. Mr. Matthews explained a settlement had been offered, but it has not been finalized. ADJOURNMENT: As there was no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. Sedat— Malcolm Matthews, Director Park&Recreation Department jmymin94.p&rjd