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Home My WebLink AboutPRB 1992-12-02 Minutes CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PARRS AND RECREATION BOARD MINIITES MONDAY~ NOVEMBER 2, 1992 BOARD IN ATTENDANCE . Don Tipps, Chairperson Sharon Battles, Vice Chairperson J. Douglass Davis David Allen Bobbie Lambert Denny Stout BOARD NOT IN ATTENDANCE: Bob Fenimore Karen Allen ALSO IN ATTENDANCE . Jim Browne, Director of Parks & Recreation Jack Giacomarro, Parks Superintendent Monica Sue Walsh, Recreation Manager CALLED TO ORDER . Mr. Tipps, Chairman at 6:31 PM. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Mr. Davis made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 1992 meeting. Ms. Battles seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. NE1P HQ8INE88 . ITEM 3: YOOTH SPORTS A880CIATIONB~ REPORTS Mr. Bob Parrish of the North Richland Girls Softball League (NRGSL), gave the following report: Cleaning and painting is in progress at Fossil Creek Park. Inventory of equipment and replacement of wood in scorebooths is also being done. ITEM 4: RICHFIELD PARR PARRIN(~ LOT IIPDATE Mr. Browne reviewed the parking lot schedule. This will be the first major project for the 1/2 cent sales tax revenues. ITEM 5: IIIL GIRLS FASTPITCH SOFTBALL Mr. Browne stated that the University Interscholastic League has approved allowing high school varsity girls fastpitch softball. This item was brought to the attention of the Board since North Richland Hills has one of the best girls fastpitch softball programs in the area and this action by the UIL may provide further opportunities for cooperation between the City and Birdville ISD. Further discussion was held on the facilities needed for this program. ITEM 6: NEW PBRSONNEL Mr. Browne stated that due to the reorganization of the Department, new staff had been hired for the positions of Recreational/Athletics Clerk and Recreation Maintenance Worker I. Also, the Department is in the process of reviewing applications and interviewing for the positions of Library Manager, Parks and Public Grounds Manager and Assistant Superintendent of Recreation. ITEM 7: "LEISIIRE CELEBRATION" HROCBIIRE MARRETING FEE PLAN Mr. Browne reviewed the "Leisure Celebration" Brochure Marketing Fee Plan and explained that the brochure is published three times yearly and has an annual cost of approximately $20,000. The funds for the production and mailing of the brochure is not allocated in the general fund. Currently, it is funded through the Parks and Library Fund. Beginning April 1993 the Parks and Recreation Divisions will no longer receive the voluntary water bill contributions. In order to continue the publication of the brochure it is necessary to find another avenue for funding. The most equitable way is to assess a publicity fee to each class. Beginning January 1993 a$3 publicity fee will be assessed to each class resulting in the brochure being funded through a direct user fee. So patrons do not experience a dramatic increase, the class fee will only be increased by $2. The other $1 will be subtracted from the base fee that instructors receive. Instructors currently receive 60~ of the registration fees for the classes that they instruct. The brochure directly impacts class enrollments and therefore contributes to the compensation of the instructors. Currently we are at record enrollments and this can be attributed to the "Leisure Celebration" brochure and the quality programming. Discussion was held on the comparison to other cities in the area and their fees. Discussion was also held on the water bill's "contribution". ITEM S: 1995 "YEAR OF' LEIBURE" 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PARRS AND RECREATION BOARD Staff presented a chart of historical dates relative to the formation of the Parks and Recreation Board, park construction, and creation of the Department. Discussion was held on which dates would be more significant for a year long celebration (see attached chart). Ms. Battles made a motion to celebration 1994 as the "Year of Leisure" celebrating the establishment of the Parks and Recreation Board's 35th Anniversary. Mr. Allen seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. Mr. Tipps stated that he would chair the committee for the 35th Anniversary. Parks & Recreation Board Minutes November 2, 1992 Page - 2 ITEM 9: PARRS AND POBLIC GROIINDS MAINTENANCE DIVISION REPORT Mr. Giacomarro gave the following report: Parks Maintenance Division Richfield Park: The tennis and basketball courts have been painted, basketball rims have been replaced. The parking lot project will require the removal of the posts, cables, and irrigation (in the parking lot only) disconnection. Northfiold Park: A sand volleyball court was enlarged and a water fountain is being installed near the gazebo area. Also, 660 yards of sod has been planted on fields ~1 and #3 and electricity is being hooked up to the irrigation near the concession stand. Fossil Creek Park: The expansion of ballfield #2 is near completion and landscaping and winter maintenance has begun. Norich Park: Normal maintenance for this time of year. Public Grounds Maintenance Division Winter colors have been planted in the City's ground landscape areas. Mulch has been placed around the trees on Harwood Drive and Watauga Road. The Christmas tree has been planted in the west parking lot of the Community Center. ITEM 10: RECREATION/ATBLETICB AND SENIOR ADIILT BERVICES REPORTB Ms. Walsh gave the following report: Recreation: The 1992 2nd Annual Halloween "Boo Bash" was held at North Hills Mall on October 31, 1992 from 6PM - 8PM; approximately 20,000 "trick-or- treaters" participated. The 2nd Annual "Hot Rods, Apple Pie, and Baseball" event was held at Northfield Park on October 17-18, 1992. The Department was presented a plaque in appreciation for support. Research is being conducted on a group called "Friday Nite Live". This group would be contracted to host 4th through 9th graders on Friday nights and supply entertainment in the forms of crafts, games, athletic events, dances, etc. Athletics: Women's volleyball has concluded. Given the success of the previous season, a second season will last five weeks and continue to play on Thursday evenings. The Men's volleyball league will also play on Thursday evenings. Men's basketball league is being played on Monday evenings. An NYSCA clinicians clinic was held certifying 24 participants. (The YMCA had 18 participants certified and will develop their own chapter.) The 9th Annual "5K and 1 Mile Fun Run" for Open Arms Home was held on October 3, 1992 with 63 runners participating and benefiting Open Arms Home with $798 in proceeds. Parks & Recreation Board Minutes November 2, 1992 Page - 3 Senior Adult Services: Bursey Road Senior Adult Center - The center members went on a field trip the the State Fair of Texas and hosted a Halloween Dance with 20 in attendance. The "55 Alive" program was started. Dan Echols Senior Adult Center - The center members went on a field trip to the State Fair of Texas and hosted a Halloween Dance. An "Arts & Crafts and Bake 5ale" was held at the center on October 15-17, 1992 from 8AM - 2PM. This event brought in over $700. Discussion was held on the revenues from the snack machines. ITEM 11: CITIZEN INPIIT AND DISCUSSION OF OTHER ITEMS Mr. Browne announced the following: * New York City won the bid to host the Goodwill Games. * The cities of Hurst, Euless, and Bedford will hold a 1/2 cent sales tax election in January 1993. * A new logo for the City is being developed. Mr. Allen requested that students from Richland High School be permitted to submit their ideas and offer the winner a$500 scholarship. * December 1, 1992 at 7PM the Beautification Commission will host the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Mr. Tipps announced that December 7, 1992 is the next regularly scheduled meeting for the Board. At the December 7 meeting, discussion will be held on what date the January 1993 meeting should be held. The Parks and Recreation Board adjourned to Executive Session. ADJOtTRNMENT : Mr. Davis made a motion to adjourn at 7:55 PM. Ms. Battles seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. ATTEST: rJ < . Don pp n Gonza ez Chairperson Recording Secret Parks & Recreation Board Minutes November 2, 1992 Page - 4