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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRB 2000-11-06 Minutes MINUTES OF THE PARK AND RECREATION BOARD OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD AT THE NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PRE-COUNCIL CHAMBERS LOCATED AT 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 November 6, 2000 ATTENDANCE Present: Board: Dwayne,Leslie Chairman Scott Turnage, Jr. Vice Chairman Mark Haynes Board Member Andrew Wolff Board Member John LEwis Board Member Brenda-Cole Board Member John Pena Board Alternate Absent: Present Staff: Jim Browne Director of Parks and Recreation Vickie Loftice Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Christina Lopez Administrative Secretary Kelly Preston Parks & Recreation Secretary Bill Thornton Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Greg Vick Managing Director of Community Services and Facilities ITEM 1. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Leslie called the meeting to order November 6, 2000 at 6:02 p.m. ITEM 2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES APPROVED MOTION: Mr. Wolff made a motion, seconded by Mr. Lewis, to approve the minutes of the October 2, 2000 meeting. Motion carried 6-0. ITEM 3. PRESENTATIONS BY RICHLAND YOUTH ASSOCIATION AND NORTH AREA YOUTH ASSOCIATION FOR USE OF CROSS TIMBERS PARK The Richland Youth Association and North Area Youth Association are both requesting use of Cross Timbers Park for Youth Sports. Mr. Jim McCaghren, Mr. Pete Collins and Ms. Pam Lunger are present representing the North Area Youth Association. Mr. Gary Fore is present representing the Richland Youth Association. Mr. Pete Collins, NAYA and Mr. Gary Fore, RYA made a presentation to the Park and Recreation Board. It was the consensus of the Park and Recreation Board that both Youth Associations meet and work out a plan, with staff's involvement, for joint use of Cross Timbers Park. The Park and Recreation Board meeting was recessed for a break at 7:38 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:45 p.m. ITEM 4. RECREATION, ATHLETICS, SENIOR ADULTS, TEENS AND TENNIS CENTER REPORT Ms. Loftice updated the Board on the following: The Health and Wellness Fair was held at the Recreation Center on October 21 St from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Over 200 people took advantage of the information that was available including various health screenings at no charge to the public. "Boo Bash" was held on October 31S' from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at North Hills Mall. There were approximately 5,000 people in attendance enjoying the carnival games and costume contests. BISD's "High On Life" student group provided outstanding volunteers to help with the booths. The Cultural Arts Division received its first grant in the amount of $2,583 to support the Children's Arts and Entertainment Series 2001. "A Night of Holiday Magic" and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is planned for Tuesday, November 28th at the Library Parking Lot at 6:30 p.m. The event has been expanded this year and will include additional entertainment such as the Grammy Award Winning "Brave Combo", Richland Rebellaires, The Stars Theater Group and The Brass Associates. A new theme was unveiled at City Hall this year as well -"How The Grinch Stole Christmas". Park and Recreation Board Minutes November 6, 2000 2 Bob Hagin was appointed Regional Commissioner for the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation 6ft and Under Basketball Division. The State Championship will be held in March 2001 at the Recreation Center. Ms. Loftice updated the Park and Recreation Board on the activities of the Cultural and Education Ad Hoc Committee. Mr. Lewis asked if Ms. Loftice could send a copy of the report to Zanda for her information. Mr. Pena would like information sent to BISD informing them about the scholarship program that is offered at the Recreation Center. ITEM 4. PARK OPERATIONS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM STATUS REPORT Mr. Thornton updated the Board on the following: Staff will meet with representatives from BISD, TXU and Kimberly Clark to discuss the acquisition of easements for the Calloway Branch Trail. Staff is waiting on comments from TxDOT for the acceptance of design exceptions for the Cotton Belt Trail. Once we receive the comments staff will have the authorization to bid the project. City Council approved the award of construction contracts for the installation of City Entry Way Signs and Standard Park Signage to Artographx, Inc. Signs will start showing up in the next 90 days. ITEM 5. PARK USE POLICY Ms. Loftice reviewed the changes to the Park Use Policy. The following comments were made: Mr. Pena would like to see the leash length changed from 6 ft to "restrained". Ms. Loftice checked the Animal Ordinance and it does not specify the length of a leash so that will be changed to conform to the code. It was the consensus of the Board to accept the Park Use Policy. ITEM 6. ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN & VICE CHAIRMAN Mr. Wolf nominated Mr. Dwayne Leslie for the office of Chairman, seconded by Mr. Pena. Motion carried 6-0 Mr. Lewis nominated Mr. Scott Turnage, Jr. for the office of Vice Chairman, seconded by Mr. Wolff. Motion carried 6-0. Park and Recreation Board Minutes November 6, 2000 3 ITEM 7. OTHER INFORMATIONAL ITEMS Mr. Leslie announced that the Parks and Recreation Department won the 2000 National Gold Medal Award. Mr. Jim Browne made a few comments about how proud staff is to receive this award which is the highest honor possible for a Parks and Recreation Department to win. Staff is looking forward to celebrating this award and will pass on the celebration information to the Board when it is available. Mr. Leslie inquired if it would be appropriate for staff members to be recognized with a Proclamation from the Mayor. Mr. Leslie will contact the Mayor. ITEM 9. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Pena made a motion, seconded by Mr. Wolff, to adjourn the meeting at 8:10 p.m. Dwayne Le lie - Chairman ATTEST: ~ Christina A. Lopez - Admini tra Secretary Park and Recreation Board Minutes November 6, 2000 4