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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCPA 2025-10-21 Minutes CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS 2025 CAPITAL PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 2025, 6:00 PM PUBLIC LIBRARY, 9015 GRAND AVENUE NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TX 76180 The 2025 Capital Program Advisory Committee met on Thursday, October 21, 2025, at 6:00 pm in the Community Room at the North Richland Hills Public Library. The following members were present: Tito Rodriguez, Chair, Richard Davis, Vice Chair, Mona Bailey, Jane Birkes, Suzy Compton, Rodney Glenn, Brianne Goetz, Mike Kerby, Miles Maze, Julia Miller, David Newhouse, Ann Perchard, Adam Pope, John Schleeter, Joe Tolbert, Gary Vieregger, Justin Welborn, Mark Wood, Steve Tate, Marc Trevino The following member(s) were absent: Darlisa Diltz, Patti Hourihan, Elouise Kennedy, Dave Lambson, Kyle Pekurney, Jason Roberts, Sean Nutt, Brad Pipes, Bill Whitsett Staff present at the meeting were: Paulette Hartman, City Manager, Caroline Waggoner, Assistant City Manager, Cecilia Barham, Director of Library Services, Chris Amarante, Director of Facilities & Construction, Jennipher Castellanos, Manager of Strategic Initiatives, Kandra Gibbs, Library Services Supervisor, La Toyia Williams-Griffin, Circulation Supervisor, Kori Tolfa, Library Clerk, Kinsey Peresh, Library Services Supervisor CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chair Tito Rodriguez at 6:00 p.m. II. APPROVE MINUTES FROM OCTOBER 8, 2025 MEETING A motion was made by Committee Member Mona Baily, seconded by Committee Member Gary Vieregger to approve the minutes of the October 8, 2025, Capital Program Advisory Committee (CPAC) Meeting. The motion passed unanimously. III. TOUR OF LIBRARY TO REVIEW AND DISCUSS NEEDS AND POTENTIAL LAYOUT FOR PROJECTS. Chair Rodriguez informed the committee that a tour of the Library would be conducted, led by Cecilia Barham, Library Director. Ms. Barham expressed appreciation to the committee for their participation and proceeded to introduce Library staff members who would serve a tour guides along the way. The tour commenced with a review of the exterior of the Library's main entrance, identified as a potential area for a future terrace. Ms. Barham outlined the improvements required for the area and responded to questions from the committee. The group proceeded to the first floor of the Library, where the circulation area and circulation work room are located. Ms. La Toyia Williams-Griffin provided a general overview of both spaces, including staff usage of the workroom and the automatic book sorter. Ms. Griffin and Ms. Barham then outlined the improvements needed in this area and responded to questions from the committee. A request was made for alternate cost estimates related to the terrace build-out and the replacement of the automatic book sorter. The tour continued into the large print area on the first floor to review a potential expansion opportunity. The group then visited the children's area, where Ms. Kinsey Peresh provided an overview of current usage and identified areas in need of improvement. Ms. Barham confirmed that the murals in the children's area will be preserved and will remain a permanent feature of the Library. Ms. Barham, Mr. Chris Amarante, Director of Facilities & Construction, and Ms. Peresh addressed questions from the committee. Ms. Kandra Gibbs guided the committee through the adult nonfiction area located on the second floor. The tour also included a discussion of the open area on the second floor currently used to host large events. During this portion of the tour, the committee requested cost estimates for the addition of a second elevator at the Library. Ms. Gibbs and Ms. Barham responded to questions from the committee. Ms. Kori Tolfa led the committee on a tour of the Maker's Spot, located on the second floor. An overview was provided on the current use of the space, along with a discussion of the potential benefits of relocating the Maker's Spot to the first floor to enhance visibility, accessibility, and overall usage. It was noted that many Library patrons are currently unaware of the space's availability. Ms. Kori Tolfa addressed questions from the committee. The final portion of the tour included a review of the study rooms located on the second floor. Ms. Barham informed the committee that these rooms are in high demand, as they provide patrons with flexible, quiet spaces for individual use. During this discussion, the committee requested an evaluation of the potential for adding a coffee kiosk within the Library. At the conclusion of the tour, the committee reconvened in the Library Community Room to resume the remainder of the meeting agenda. IV. REVIEW MEETING DATES AND DISCUSSION ITEMS Future meeting dates were confirmed without objection. The next meeting will be held in the Community Room at City Hall on November 11, 2025. V. PUBLIC COMMENTS An opportunity for citizens to address the 2025 Capital Program Advisory Committee on matters which are scheduled on this agenda for consideration by the 2025 Capital Program Advisory Committee but not scheduled as a public hearing. In order to address the 2025 Capital Program Advisory Committee during public comments, a Public Meeting Appearance Card must be completed and presented to the recording secretary prior to the start of the 2025 Capital Program Advisory Committee meeting. There were no requests to speak from the public. VI. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:13 p.m. APP . r Tito Rodriguez, Chair 97-A-L arlf Jennipher Castellanos, Secretary