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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRB 1991-10-07 Minutes CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PARRS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 1991 BOARD IN ATTENDANCE : Don Tipps, Chairperson Sharon Battles J. Douglass Davis David Allen BOARD NOT IN ATTENDANCE: Bob Fenimore Bobbie Lambert Russ Mitchell Karen Allen ALSO IN ATTENDANCE : Jim Browne, Director-PARD Monica Sue Walsh, Recreation Superintendent Jack Giacomarro, Parks Superintendent CALLED TO ORDER : Mr. Tipps, Chairperson at 6:30 P.M.. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Mr. Davis made a motion accept the minutes as submitted. Mr. Allen seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor the motion. NEW BUSINE88 : ITEM 3: INTRODUCTION OF NEW APPOINTEES Mr. Browne stated that Mr. Russ Mitchell had been appointed to Place 5 to fill vacancy created by Mr. Oscar Trevino's resignation. Mr. Mitchell was not present due to prior commitments. ITEM 4: ELECTION OF OFFICERS Mr. Davis made a motion to keep Mr. Tipps as Chairperson. Mr. Allen seconded the motion. Discussion was held. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion, re-electing Mr. Tipps as Chairperson. Mr. Allen nominated Ms. Battles for the office of Vice Chairperson. Mr. Davis seconded the motion. Discussion was held. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion electing Ms. Battles as Vice Chairperson. ITEM 5: YOUTH SPORTS ASSOCIATIONS' REPORT Roy Sotelo, Vice President, Richland Youth Association introduced Mr. Jackie Scruggs as the new Vice President for the Association. Mr. Scruggs gave the following report: The football season has begun and the lights look great. Mr. Scruggs stated that he will work with the Parks and Recreation Board in all aspects to ensure success of all projects. Mr. Sotelo extended an invitation to the City Council, Board and Staff to a Carnival and Appreciation Night on Saturday, October 19, 1991 for the Richfield Park Lighting Ceremony at 6:00 P.M.. Mr. Jim Streit, Commissioner, North Richland Girls Softball League gave the following report: There will possibly be 6-8 tournament teams for the upcoming year. A final clean-up at the park is being done for the winter months. ITEM 6: RICHFIELD PARR LIGHTINa PROJECT IIPDATE Mr. Browne stated that the Richfield Park Lighting Project was completed and field tested on October 1, 1991. The light levels and uniformity ratios all meet or exceed the initial criteria specified . The project was completed on schedule and on budget. The Parks Division staff did a lot of the demonlition and support work saving the City much money. ITEM 7: DAN ECHOLS SENIOR ADIILT CENTER UPDATE Ms. Walsh stated that the Dan Echols Senior Adult Center opened to the public on September 9, 1991. Participation has been good and comments have been very favorable. The "Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony" was held on October 5, 1991 at 10:00 A.M.. Ms. Tia England was introduced as the Dan Echols Senior Adult Center Director provided by Tarrant Senior Services. Ms. England thanked Mr. Browne, Ms. Walsh and Ms. Gonzalez for the work that has been done for the Center. Mr. Tipps stated that he had attended the "Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony" and is very proud of the facility and expressed his appreciation to Staff. ITEM 8: CITY/SCHOOL COMMITTEE UPDATE Mr. Browne stated that a copy of the Schrickel, Rollins and Associates, Inc. proposal is attached. The Birdville I.S.D. Board of Trustees voted to authorize spending up to $2,500 for their half of the site plan. Staff will present a comparable proposal to City Council on October 14, 1991. Ms. Battles made a motion to support and endorse the funding for a"site plan" and to take the proposal to Council for $2,250 for the City's share of one-half of the cost for this plan.. Mr. Al1en seconded the motion. Discussion was held. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. ITEM 9: CITY COtTNCIL GOALS Mr. Browne stated that the Council had held a"Goal Setting" Workshop on September 17, 1991 for the upcoming year. Many of the City Council's goals involved the Parks and Recreation Department, which is very excitng. A summary of those goals were attached in the report for the Board~s information and discussion. Mr. Browne discussed the goals with the Board as set by Council. Discussion was held on the goals. ITEM 10: PARRB AND PIIBLIC GROUND MAINTENANCE DIVISION REPORT Mr. Giacomarro gave the following report: Northfield Park : The Fall Softball Leagues will wind up their season in November. Volleyball leagues will conclude this month. Richfield Park . The lighting project is complete. Norich Park . Normal park maintenance. Security lights will be in service soon. Fossil Creek Park: Normal maintenance is being done. The Rita Beth Maintenance Facility is being constructed. Funds were available to refurbish the pole barn. Mr. Kevin Brock, of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and his youth group painted playgrounds and picnic areas at Fossil Creek Park and Richfield Park. Five (5) businesses in North Richland Hills donated supplies for their project. The funds from the recently won grants will be received shortly after the Resolutions have approved for these projects. ITEM 11: RECREATION, ATHLETICS AND SENIOR ADULT REPORTS Ms. Walsh gave the following report: 1. Recreation Center programs, classes and activity report. A. A record high of enrollment was completed in September to make the revenues received for 90/91 total to $268,500. B. Registration for "One Day Classes", which is the new trend, is doing very well. C. The 1991 Halloween "Boo Bash" Carnival will be held at North Hills Mall. Approximately 40,000 people are expected. NCNB has been secured as a sponsor with a donation of $1,000.00. Ghost stories will be held at the Recreation Center and a Pre-School Halloween carnival will be held in the gym. 2. Athletic programs, tournaments and activity report. A. Basketball registration is currently being accepted. B. Women's Volleyball League has six teams registered. C. The Wednesday and Friday leagues of sand volleyball end in October. D. The Fort Worth Christian School Board has declined the offer of shared use of their school property and the Recreation Center gym. The City requested use of the gym on Wednesday evening which proved to be a conflict for their school/church obligations. E. The Annual 5K Run was held on September 28, 1991 at the Recreation Center with 71 runners participating. "Open Arms" received the proceeds which totalled to $736.00. F. The Hot Rods, Apple Pie and Baseball Special Event will be held on October 19 and 20 at Northfield Park. G. NYSCA Certification classes are being held for football. 3. Senior Adult Center programs, classes, and activity report. A. Senior Adult Center - Bursey Road - Update 1. The seniors at the NRH Senior Adult Center on Bursey Road voted 56 to 11 to rename the Center "Bursey Road Senior Adult Center". Mr. Davis made a motion to recommend to Council to rename the Senior Adult Center "Bursey Road Senior Adult Center". Mr. Allen seconded the nomination. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. 2. A bar-b-que dinner was held at Sammy's Restaurant on September 10, 1991 with 85 in attendance. The choir group entertained. 3. Line dancing demonstration was held at the National Meals Planners Association at the Worthington Hotel. 4. The Seniors served as hosts and hostesses at the United Way Luncheon and were paid $100 for that service. 5. Southwestern Bell sponsored a trip to the State Fair, 25 seniors participated on October 3, 1991. B. Dan Echols Senior Adult Center - Update . The Director has begun ceramics, exercise and table games. The AARP is meeting in this facility. Some seniors are visiting both Centers and some seniors who live in the southern part of the City are now attending the Dan Echols Senior Adult Center. 4. Staff A. Mr. Dave Hinson resigned as a Recreation Attendant due to his full-time work responsibilities. Ms. Susan Hunter is the new Recreation Attendant. She is a senior at UTA majoring in recreation and is a collegiate basketball official. Vickie Loftice, Assistant Superintendent of Recreation, has been accepted to participate in the Chamber of Commerce Leadership Institute for 1991/92. ITEM 12: DI$CIISSION OF OTHER ITEMS Mr. Browne stated that the budget had been adopted by Council with the addition of a Public Grounds Foreman position. Interviews for that position will be held on October 10, 1991. Mr. Walsh asked that the Board mark their calendars for October 31, Halloween "Boo Bash" at North Hills Mall. ADJOURNMENT : Mr. Davis made a motion adjourn. Ms. Battles seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion to adjourn at 7:38 P.M.. ATTEST: r' Don s Gin Gonzalez Chairman Recording Secreta