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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRB 1991-03-04 Minutes CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PARRS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT MARCH 4, 1991 BOARD IN ATTENDANCE : Don Tipps, Chairman Ron Parks, Vice Chairman Bob Fenimore Sharon Battles Bobbie Lambert Karen Allen BOAItD NOT IN ATTENDANCE: J. Douglass Davis Oscar Trevino AL80 IN ATTENDANCE : Jim Browne, Director-PARD Jack Giacomarro, Parks Superintendent Monica Sue Walsh, Recreation Superintendent CALLED TO ORDER : Mr. Tipps, Chairman at 6:35 P.M.. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Ms. Battles made a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. Mr. Fenimore seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion by those in attendance at the January 7, 1990 Board meeting. NEW BOSINESS : ITEM 3: YOUTIi SPORTS ASSOCIATIONS REPORT Mr. John Williamson, President, RYA, gave the following report: Basketball play-offs began this week. Registration for baseball brought in 220 boys. Ms. Candy Roos, Secretary, NRGSL, gave the following report: During registration 250 have signed-up including recruited teams. Season begins April 8, 1991. Pitching clinics and tournaments have also been scheduled. ITEM 4: RICHLAND YOOTH ASSOCIATION SECIIRITY BYSTEM Mr. Williamson, President of RYA, stated that three bids were received to install a security system in the concession stand/storage building and a permit has been obtained. Mr. Fenimore made a motion due to the vandalism and theft that has occurred at this facility to accept this proposal. Noting that the City is provided the "access codes" and that the City is not obligated to any expense or monitoring fees since the primary purpose is to secure the property of the Association. Ms. Battles seconded the motion. Discussion was held. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. ITEM 5: HOT RODB, BABEBALL AND APPLE PIB Mr. Ken Ogden, Yesterday Productions,7429 Maple, North Richland Hills, gave the presentation: A request was made to co-sponsor a special event at Northfield Park with the Parks and Recreation Department on October 19-20, 1991 to display classic cars dated 1948 and older. There will be games and activities for children, softball tournament for car club teams and a pie eating contest for car club presidents. Children will receive ribbons and trophies for the different games participated. Approximately 150-200 vehicles are expected and awards will be given for numerous car categories such as best interior, engine, commercial, etc.. Before a letter of agreement may be signed several requirements must be met, i.e.: 1. Event Insurance (the City is requiring $300,000 liability insurance). 2. Security Deposit. 3. Approval of all aspects of the event by Staff. Discussion was held. Ms. Battles made a motion to endorse this event with all requirements met set forth by the City and Staff. Mr. Fenimore seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. Ms. Battles requested that a monthly update be made to keep the Board informed. ITEM 6s GLENVIE~ SENIOR ADULT CENTER UPDATE Mr. Browne stated that bids were opened February 27, 1991. Bids are being tabulated and the best bid will be recommended to the Tarrant County Commissioners Court and the City Council for their approval. ITEM 7: SOUTHERN SECTOR PARR MAINTENANCE Mr. Browne stated that the Glenview Facility will have to be vacated by the Public Grounds crew by April 1 so that renavation may begin. Upon completion of the building renovation, the bay area will be used for storage of City records and supplies. The Parks Division has discussed two options to meet the future Service Center needs for the parks, right-of-ways, median and public grounds maintenance for the southern sector of the City. One option involves the construction of a Maintenance Service Center (similar to the Watauga Road Maintenance Center) on City owned property near the new Fire Station south of Rita Beth Street. The second option is to renovate the old Kentucky Fried Chicken facility on Grapevine Highway (now owned by the City) near Fossil Creek Park. The Management Services Department has estimated $30,000 for the renovation cost of the Kentucky Fried Chicken facility. Management Services suggests this option might be more cost effective than constructing a comparably sized building at the Rita Beth Street site. Reserve and current year Park & Library contribution funds are adequate to finance this project. There is also adequate area on this property for future greenhouse construction. Further discussion was held. Ms. Allen made a motion to recommend to Council to renovate the Kentucky Fried Chicken building for a Southern Sector Park Maintenance Facility. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. ITEM 8: PROP08ED POLICY DIRECTION BTATEMENTB Mr. Browne stated that the Mission Statement, Purpose, Policy Direction Statements and Goals as developed by Staff will provide the framework for the consistent development of policy for this Department and will possibly be incorporated into Parks Master Plan document. Motion was made to accept the Mission Statement, Purpose, Policy Direction Statements and Goals and to recommend to Council. Mr. Fenimore seconded the motion. ITEM 9: WEIaHT ROOM USER FEE The Staff has conducted a survey concerning weight room facility usage. The Staff recommended the following: RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT PER YEAR PER YEAR * INDIVIDUAL ID CARD USER FEE $ 3.00 $30.00 INDIVIDUAL WEIGHT ROOM FEE $25.00 $50.00 With consideration to the results of the survey the Staff also recommends implementing these new fees as patron ID cards expire in the 1991/92 fiscal budget year. Discussion was held. Mr. Fenimore made a motion to accept the fee structure as submitted. Ms. Allen seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. ITEM 10: 1991/92 HIIDGET, PROQRAMS AND QOALS i OBJECTIVES Mr. Browne informed the Board that the Parks and Recreation Department is currently involved in the preparation of the 1991/92 fiscal year Budget. This year the Department's goal and objectives will be incorporated directly into the budget process. No further discussion was held. ITEM 11: Parks Master Plan Opdate Mr. Browne informed the Board of the current status of the Parks Master Plan including contact from North Hills Medical Center, Birdville Independent School District, Fort Worth Christian School regarding potential joint venture park projects. Discussion was held. Mr. Fenimore made a motion that further workshops on the Park Master Plan with Council were not necessary. Ms. Battles seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion. ITEM 12t APPOINTMENTS OF PARRB HOARD REPREBENTATIVEB FOR CITY/BCHOOL COOPERATIVE COMMITTEE Mr. Browne stated that the Birdville Independent School District Board of Trustees and the City of North Richland Hills have expressed a mutual desire to evaluate cooperative/joint use of planning and development opportunities. A joint planning committee comprised of Birdville Independent School District and possibly Fort Worth Christian School representatives, Parks and Recreation Board representatives, City Council members and City Staff should be formed to study this issue. Mr. Tipps requested Mr. Fenimore and Ms. Battles serve as representatives from the Board with Mr. Parks serving as the alternate. The appointed members concurred. ITEM 13: PARRS AND PUBLIC (;ROONDB DIVISIONB REPORT Mr. Giacomarro reported that: Northfield Park's softball fields were ready for the season to begin and the new sand volleyball court is now ready for use. Riahfield Park's lights are now working. Fossil Creek Park~s lights are also working and the nature trail is being cleared. Norich Park had a Girls Scout troop paint the playground equipment. All landscaping projects are being completed and the irrigation system is being installed on the Watauga Road median. ITEM 14t RECREATION, ATHLETICS AND SENIOR ADIILT REPORT Ms. Walsh gave the following report: The revenue collected for Recreation classes for January was $16,276 and February was $15,912. Athletic revenue for February was $22,000 and Facility revenue for February was $1,000 (gymnasium rentals were high). Computerized registration began February 12, 1991. Further software for facility reservations and athletic scheduling will also be installed soon. The Colors of Spring Arts and Crafts Fair will be held March 16, 1991 from 10-5 at the Recreation Center. The "Friday Night Out" Teen Dance brought 360 teens. The Red Cross Babysitting Certification has to date certified 53 baby-sitters. "Easter in the Park" will be held on March 23, 1991 at Northfield Park and is co-sponsored by First Interstate Bank on Grapevine Highway. The celebration will include a parade, egg hunt, hot air balloon, face painting, and entertainment. The Recreation Center is distributing American Flag pins and yellow ribbons free of charge to patrons. Co-Rec Volleyball registration brought in 23 teams which is a maximum number teams. The TAAF Regional Men's "D" Softball Tournament will be held on July 20 and 21 at Northfield Park. The TAAF Co-Rec Regional Volleyball Tournament will be held on March 23, 1991 at the Recreation Center. The Men's Basketball League concluded their season and three teams have advanced to Regional play. A softball umpires meeting was held. The 1991 Spring Softball Season will begin Monday, March 11, 2991 at Northfield Park with approximately 100 teams playing each week. The SportsFest Committee has also be continually meeting preparing for SportsFest in April. The 5th Annual American Airlines Basketball Tournament was held in February at the Recreation Center. A Cross-Country meet will be held on the weekends of March 7 and 14 at Richfield Park with area Junior High Schools. Ms. Walsh read the attached Senior Adult Center report. ITEM 15: DISCII88ION OF OTHER ITEMB Mr. Browne stated that Council had not acted on the Starnes Orange Valley property. The Board requested that a letter of declination be sent the property owners. Mr. Browne stated that "Earth Day" will be celebrated on April 21 at Richfield Park. Mr. Browne also advised the Board of Councilman and Mrs. Mack Garvin's auto accident. ADJOURNMENT : Ms. Battles made a motion adjourn. Mr. Lambert seconded the motion. Vote was unanimous in favor of the motion to adjourn at 8:22 P.M.. ATTEST: 7 .~~~Y`-~ ~ 7 ~P P Don Tipps i Gonzal Chairman Recording S r tary