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Home My WebLink AboutPRB 1992-04-06 Minutes CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PARRS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT MONDAY, APRIL 6, 1992 BOARD IN ATTENDANCE : Don Tipps, Chairman ~ Sharon Battles, Vice Chairperson Russ Mitchell David Allen BOARD NOT IN ATTENDANCE: Bob Fenimore J. Douglass Davis Karen Allen Bobbie Lambert ALSO IN ATTENDANCE : Jim Browne, Director of Parks & Recreation Vickie Loftice, Asst Recreation Superintendent Jack Giacomarro, Parks Superintendent . Linda Spurlock, City Council Member Fred Wilson, Candidate for City Council Larry Quinn, Vice President, RYA CALLED TO ORDER : Mr. Tipps, Chairman at 6:32 P.M.. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTE3: Mr. Allen made a motion to accept the minutes of the March 1992 meeting. Ms. Battles seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor the motion. NEW BUSINESS : ITEM 3: YOIITH SPORTS AS80CIATION REPORTS Mr. Larry Quinn, Vice President, Richland Youth Association, gave the following report: The season was officially opened on April 4, 1992. Registration brought in 1300 children. A tournament has been scheduled for the week of April 6 for the Mustang and above divisions. Construction is about to begin on the new storage building between the two T-ball fields with Staff approval of the final plans. An architect is working on the expansion plans for the Concession Stand to be brought to the Board in the May meeting. Beginning April 25 the ~'Special Kids" Baseball Program will ~ begin. This program will be held on Saturdays from 9AM - 12PM. Th~ RYA's monthly newsletter is doing well. The Board was invited to • advertise in the newsletter. Anti-drug signs to be placed in the ballpark were discussed. ITEM 4: SPECIAL FIINDING REQIIESTS FOR COMMIINITY WIDE SPECIAL EVENTS The Board was asked to consider endorsing a recommendation to City Council that recyclable rebate funds, approximately $19,000 to date, be _ earmarked for community wide special events such as the "Creative Playground", Easter in the Park, EarthFest, Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and decorations, Halloween, etc.. Discussion was held. Mr. Mitchell made a motion to endorse using the current year's funds for the "Creative Playground", for the first year only, and to continue to fund community wide special events. Mr. Allen seconded the motion. Vote unanimous in favor of the motion. ITEM 5: STATUS REPORT ON CITY/SCHOOL COOPERATIVE COMMITTEE PROJECT3 An update of the Committee was given by Mr. Browne. Schrickel, Rollins and Associates submitted a proposal for professional services on the Joint BISD/City Development Project on Holiday Lane. Costs will be shared equally between BISD and the City. Discussion was held and the Board endorsed the Staff's recommendation to Council. ITEM 6: UPDATE ON PROPOSED PARR DEDICATION BY MESSRS. STARNE3 AND WOLFF Mr. Browne stated that the Maypr and City Attorney are looking into a "tax relief" for Mr. Starnes. The "environmental assessment" was completed on this property and the results were- satisfactory. The Public Works Department submitted two cost estimates for drainage improvements. There is a proposed extension of Holiday that would go next to this property which would give a second access point to the park. Discussion was held and the Board recommended Council approve acceptance of the proposed donation. EMERGENCY ITEM 7: UPDATE ON PARRLAND DEDICATION ORDINANCE AND 3ALES TAX FOR PARR AND RECREATION Mr. Browne gave the following information: Parkland Dedication Ordinance - At the last Planning & Zoning Commission meeting comments were made by some to hold the PDO until after the "1/2 Cent Sales Tax" referendum was voted on. The "flood plain" land dedications and private parks were discussed. "1/2 Cent Sales Tax" Referendum - A report to City Council will be made to show what elements of the Master Plan could be implemented with the "1/2 cent sales tax" and the legal use of funds. A roundtable will be scheduled with the State Comptrollers office representatives with area Parks and Recreation Directors to answer questions on this referendum. The Cities of NRH and Hurst would like to discuss having an "area wide" regional information or marketing program. Discussion was held. Mr. Allen made a motion to submit the Parkland Dedication Ordinance in its current form to City Council for consideration after a commitment for a'"1/2 Cent Sales Tax" Referendum vote no later than mid-May. Further discussion was held. Ms. Battles seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. ITEM 8: DISCUSSION OF JOINT DISC GOLF COURSE PROJECT AITH THE CITIES OF NORTH RICHLAND HILL3 AND HIIRST AND TARRANT COIINTRY JIINIOR COLLEGE-NE Mr. Browne stated that Department staff inet with representatives of the . Hurst Parks and Recreation Department to discuss the possibility of jointly developing a disc golf course on TCJC-NE Campus property located in North Richland Hills. The approximate cost of a course would be $8,000 for installation of a deluxe nine hole course. Each city (North Richland Hills and Hurst) would contribute $4,000 each and TCJC-NE would maintain the course. There is no cost to run this activity, it is a self-supervised activity. Discussion was held. Ms. Battles made a motion to pursue the idea and have TCJC-NE survey their students for need. Mr. Mitchell seconded the vote. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. ITEM 9: FY 1992-93 BIIDGET PLANNING INPUT Mr. Browne stated that staff is currently preparing the FY 1992-93 ~ Operating Budget for the Parks and Recreation Department and would appreciate the Board's input. The Board requested that a"development plan" for renovation of Fossil Creek Park with a trail and a gazebo with a pond containing ducks be included in the budget. ITEM 10: PARKS AND PUBLIC GROIINDS MAINTENANCE DIVISION REPORT3 Mr. Giacomarro gave the following report: Fossil Creek Park: The #3 ballfield's fences have been completed and the NRGSL season has begun. The "Bag-a-Thon" was held on April 4 and was successful. Richfield Park . RYA's season has begun. Northfield Park . A temporary pole was installed to accommodate special events at the park. The adult softball league has 95 teams and has experienced only three rainouts. The mowing season has begun. The Tree Farm Project at North Ridge Elementary is starting with classes being taught on April 16 for 950 children. The Parks and Recreation Department has won the 1992 SBA Grant in the amount of $2,500. The Department has also ordered a 1,000 gallon water tank to be placed on the dump truck for watering. ITEM 11: RECREATION, ATALETICS AND SENIOR ADOLT REPORTS Ms. Walsh gave the following report: RECREATION Classes for the Spring's Session III begin April 13 through May 29, 1992. The first summer session begins June 8, 1992. The 1992 Summer "Leisure Celebration" Brochure will be distributed by mid-May. EarthFest will be held on May 2, 1992 at Northfield Park. Liberty Bank has donated $2,000 and Burlington Northern donated $1,000. The HCA North Hills Corporate Challenge will begin soon and the Board was encouraged to volunteer by April 10, 1992. ATHLETICS The Pre-Season Softball Tournament was held with 11 teams participating. The annual Softball Managers Meeting was held and the Spring Adult Softball Season has 95 teams registered. The team representing North Richland Hills in the TAAF Men's 6 Foot and Under State Tournament came in second place. Co-Rec Volleyball leagues concluded on April 2, 1992 , with 22 teams participating. The Annual NRH Employee SportsFest begins April 11. The North East Tarrant County Association of Christian Home Educators has been using Fossil Creek Park. The Volunteer Reception is scheduled for April 26, 1992 at the Library. BURSEY ROAD SENIOR ADIILT CENTER The Center has begun new classes in pinochle, crochet, and dieting with 10-14 participants. Approximately 12-16 seniors participate in Duplicate Bridge on Tuesdays. DAN ECHOL3 SENIOR ADIILT CENTER The Senior Citizen Services will host an Art Show and Craft Sale on May 7 and 8. On March 31, 1992, the Center had a dance with a live band. ITEM 12: DISCIISSION OF OTHER ITEMS At the April 13, 1992, at 7:30, Council meeting the Department will be presented with the ASLA Award. A City/School Cooperative Committee meeting has been scheduled for April 8, 1992. The Board were given calendars for the months of April, May and June listing the numerous activities scheduled through the Parks and Recreation Department. ADJOIIRNMENT : Mr. Allen made a motion adjourn. Mr. Mitchell seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in ~ favor of the motion to adjourn at 8:30 P.M.. ATTEST: r Don Tipps n Gonzalez Chairman Recording Secreta