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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRB 1992-08-03 Minutes CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MINUTES MONDAY~ AUGUST 3, 1992 BOARD IN ATTENDANCE . Don Tipps, Chairperson Sharon Battles, Vice Chairperson J. Douglass Davis David Allen Karen Allen Denny Stout BOARD NOT IN ATTENDANCE: Bobbie Lambert Bob Fenimore AL30 IN ATTENDANCE . Jim Browne, Director of Parks & Recreation Monica S. Walsh, Recreation Superintendent Jack Giacomarro, Parks Superintendent CALLED TO ORDER . Mr. Tipps, Chairman at 6:33 PM. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTE3: Mr. Davis made a motion to accept the minutes as submitted of the July 7, 1992 meeting. Mr. Allen seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. NEW BUSINESS . The Board viewed the Department's Annual Video presented to Council at their last meeting in July. Mr. Tipps and members of the Board commended Mr. Browne and "The Team" on the accomplishments of the Department. ITEM 3: YOUTH SPORTS ASSOCIATION REPORTS Ms. Dubbi Harlan, Treasurer, RYA, expressed concerns about the following: 1. Fire ant problems at Richfield Park. (Staff is currently treating the grounds for fire ants but the rains are causing a deterrent.) 2. A water leak between the Mustang and Pinto fields causing "standing water". (Staff will look into the problem.) 3. Toilet paper supply and bathrooms cleanliness. (Staff reviewed the schedule of cZeaning and supplying the bathroom facilities. 4. Trash cans emptied in the dugouts. (Staff reviewed the schedule of park maintenance.) 5. The items needed to proceed with the Concession Stand. (Staff requested a set of engineered plans with a"seal".) 6. The items needed to proceed with the Storage Building. (Staff indicated that corrections were needed on the plans.) Further discussion was held. ITEM 4: PARKS AND PUBLIC GROUND3 MAINTENANCE DIVISION REPORT Mr. Giacomarro gave the following report: Northfield Park: Normal park maintenance is continued. Richfield Park: Normal park maintenance is continued. Fossil Creek Park: Normal park maintenance is continued. Removal of fence on Field #2 to enlarge the field area. Norich Park: Normal park maintenance is continued. Normal maintenance of landscape areas are continuing. The new water tank is working very well. ITEM 5: RECREATION/ATHLETIC AND SENIOR ADULT REPORTS Ms. Walsh gave the following report: The "Summer Adventure Camp" has been very successful. The "Brooks House" Program which discusses teen suicide was held on July 9 with 70 in attendance. "Creature Creation Camp", a special camp, was held for children. Youth trips were again held to Burgers Lake and the Omni Theater. Mr. John Engh, Program Coordinator of Hook-a-Kid on Golf, NYSCA was present at the final day of Hook-a-Kid on Golf and commented on the excellent job done. Ms. Walsh was asked to serve on the National Committee for Hook-a-Kid on Golf. TRAPS Region 5& 6 workshop was held on the upcoming December Conference. Ms. Loftice, Assistant Superintendent of Recreation, is the Chairperson for the 1992/93 Northeast Leadership Program. The sand volleyball leagues are held two nights per week. Indoor volleyball has started with six power teams in the league. The Fall softball leagues will begin August 3, 1992. The new NYSCA District Coordinator is Monica S. Walsh. Ms. Walsh will be responsible for Regions 5 and 6. The first symposium will be held in Texas. RYA will also send representatives. Ms. Walsh introduced the NYSCA program to the Southwest YMCA in Fort Worth. They will create their own chapter. The Bursey Road Senior Adult Center held a"Fourth of July" picnic at Northfield Park's gazebo. There was also a"sing-along" and lunch was catered by Sammy's BBQ. A"Wills" presentation was made by a guest attorney. A library services program is now being offered at the NRH Library. Ms. Sarah Hunsucker was announced as the new director for the Dan Echols Senior Adult Center. A"Hawaiian" theme dance was held with 130 seniors in attendance. The bake sale brought in $250 for the Center Council. The parking lot is now complete. Parks & Recreation Board Minutes August 3, 1992 Page - 2 ITEM 6: CITIZEN INPUT AND DISCUSSION OF OTHER ITEMS Mr. Kerry Kavanaugh requested the following items be looked at in the Recreation Center: 1. The Martial Arts Studio flooring needs to be repaired. (Staff indicated that funding is not available for these repairs but the matter will be explored with the Building Maintenance Department.) 2. An emergency lighting system is needed. (Staff indicated that was is installed and will be checked.) Mr. Browne stated that a proposal for a"youth baseball stadium" was submitted to Texas Rangers Charities. The Park, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan was submitted for another award, from the American Planning Association. It was the consensus of the Board to meet on Monday, August 10 if the 1/2 Penny Sales Tax Referendum passes. It was discussed to have the September meeting on August 31, 1992 due to the Labor Day Holiday. ITEM 7: UPDATE ON SALE3 TAX REFERENDUM The Board was updated on the election status for the "1/2 Penny Sales Tax" Referendum for Parks and Recreation. Mr. Browned stated the importance of the youth sport association to follow through with phone calls. As of August 3, 1992, 146 have "early" voted. The negative press coverage of the City, as a whole, has received was discussed. ADJOURNMENT . Mr. Al1en made a motion to adjourn at 8:00 PM. Ms. Battles seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. ATTEST: I ' ' ' Don Tipps in Gonzale Chairperson Recording Secretary Parks & Recreation Board Minutes August 3, 1992 Page - 3