HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRB 2011-10-03 MinutesMINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARK AND RECREATION BOARD
OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS
HELD IN THE CITY COUNCIL WORKROOM, 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS
October 3, 2011 — 6:00 P.M.
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairwoman Kusmierski called the meeting to order August 1, 2011 at 6:00 p.m.
Present: Marty Kusmierski
Chairwoman
Marlin Miller
Vice Chair
Tracye Tipps
Board Member
David Nelson
Board Member
Brad Greene
Board Member
Jay Crane
Board Member
Mike Filis
Board Member
Paul Pena
Alternate
Staff Members: Vickie Loftice
Managing Director of Community Services
Bill Thornton
Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation
Sharon Davis
Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation
Adrien Pekurney
Recreation Center Manager
Joe Pack
Senior Park Planner
Christina Lopez
Administrative Secretary
Absent: Chris Swartz
Aquatic Park Manager
2.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
None
3-a.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 1, 2011 MEETING
APPROVED
MR. CRANE MOVED TO APPROVE THE AMENDED MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 1, 2011 PARK AND
RECREATION BOARD MEETING. MR. NELSON SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 6-0.
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4-a.
NRH2O FOOD SERVICE BUILDING DESIGN
Mr. Joe Pack, Senior Park Planner updated the Park and Recreation Board on the
design of the new Food Service Building at NRH2O. The new Food Service Building,
and outdoor grill, will replace the Hopper near Beachside Bay.
4 -b.
TRAIL SIGNAGE AND IDENTIFICATION
Mr. Joe Pack, Senior Park Planner, updated the Park and Recreation Board on the
installation of trail identification signage and % mile trail markers on the City's Hike and
Bike Trails.
4-c.
COTTON BELT TRAIL DAMAGE AND MITIGATION
Mr. Bill Thornton, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, updated the Park and
Recreation Board on the damage that the Cotton Belt Trail received from heavy tree
trimming equipment which was not authorized by the City to be on the trail. The City has
been working with the contractor responsible for the tree trimming operations, and their
insurance provider, to cover costs related to the repair of the trail. A resolution is
expected in the near future.
4-d.
NRH CENTRE CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
Mr. Bill Thornton provided an update on the construction of the NRH Centre which is
progressing on schedule for an April 2012 completion. Mr. Thornton also provided
current construction photos. A tour of the new center will be scheduled for the Park and
Recreation Board.
4 -e.
NRH CENTRE MEMBERSHIP PROMOTION
Ms. Adrien Pekurney, Recreation Center Manager, provided information on the
Advance Membership Promotion for the new NRH Centre. The advance membership
promotion began on September 1, 2011 and will conclude on November 30, 2011. NRH
Centre memberships will begin in April 2012, on the official opening date.
5-a.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR'S REPORT ON
CURRENT PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
Ms. Sharon Davis, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, presented an update on
activities and events offered through the Recreation Center, Tennis Center, Senior
Centers and Cultural Arts.
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5 -b.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR'S REPORT ON
PARKS CAPITAL PROJECTS
Mr. Bill Thornton, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, presented updates on the
following capital improvement projects:
• Calloway Branch Trail / Little Bear Creek Trail
• Fossil Creek Area Revitalization
• Solar Power Conversion for City Entryway Signs
• Food Service Building at NRH2O
5-C.
AQUATIC PARK MANAGER'S REPORT
Ms. Vickie Loftice presented an update on the following items for NRH2O:
• Summary of the 2011 Season
6.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
There were no other items for discussion.
7.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairwoman Kusmierski adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m.
ATTEST:
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Marty us �� _
Christina Lopez, Adminis*ativ ecretary
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