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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRB 2026-06-01 Minutes MINUTES OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS HELD IN THE CITY HALL 4301 CITY POINT DRIVE JUNE 1, 2026 REGULAR MEETING A. CALL TO ORDER Chair Lewis called the meeting to order February 2, 2026 at 6:01 p.m. Board Members Present: Tracye Lewis, Chair- Place 1 Thomas Osen, Vice-Chair- Place 3 Sean Nutt, Board Member- Place 7 Andrew Rivera, Board Alternate Absent: Crystal Blake, Board Member- Place 2 Kieran McMahon, Board Member- Place 4 Turquoise Banks, Board Member- Place 5 Mel Delaney, Board Member- Place 6 Staff Members Present: Adrien Pekurney, Director Tanner Arwine, Assistant Director Antonio Evangelista, Assistant Director Stephanie Hee-Johnston, NRH2O General Manager Michael Wilson, Park Planning Manager Cindy Dobbs, Office Coordinator A.1 PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no requests to speak from the public. B. ACTION ITEMS B.1 APPROVE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 6, 2026 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING. APPROVED June 01, 2026 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 4 A MOTION WAS MADE BY BOARD MEMBER NUTT, SECONDED BY BOARD MEMBER RIVERA TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 6, 2026 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING. MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED 4-0. C. PRESENTATION/ DISCUSSION ITEMS C.1 PRESENTATION WITH INPUT: MASTER PLAN STAKEHOLDER SURVEY Ms. Adrien Pekurney, Director, presented highlights on the purpose of the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan Stakeholder Survey. D. DEPARTMENT UPDATES D.1 NRH2O FAMILY WATER PARK UPDATE Ms. Stephanie Hee-Johnston, NRH2O General Manager, provided an update on current activities at NRH2O Family Water Park. -NRH2O is one month into the 2026 season and off to a strong start, with revenue up 17% to date. The park is now open daily. -Memorial Day weekend presented some challenges due to rainy weather, but overall attendance and operations were positive. -MusicFest has concluded for the year. The park welcomed 15,861 guests during the 15th annual event, a 3% increase over last year. More than 200 schools'have already registered for 2027. -All departments within the park are fully staffed. -Ellis &Associates conducted an unannounced audit recently. Of the 10-15 lifeguards observed, all received an "Exceeds" rating. -Local radio station 96.3 KSCS will be on-site next Friday and again the following week in the morning. The World's Largest Swimming Lesson is scheduled for June 25. Several Pass Holder exclusive events are planned, including a drone show. D.2 PARKS CAPITAL PROJECTS UPDATE Mr. Michael Wilson, Park Planning Manager, provided an update on Parks Capital Projects. -Pond Bathymetry Study: The Lakes of Hometown survey is complete. Westwood Professional Services has analyzed the data and will provide their report. -2025 Parks and Recreation Master Plan: An open house will be held on Wednesday, June 10 at the Grand Hall. June 01, 2026 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 4 -JB Sandlin Playground Replacement: The project is complete, except for repainting the swings. The area is open to the public. -John Barfield Trail - Spring Oak Extension: The contract with Baird, Hampton & Brown has been approved by City Council. Design discussions will begin soon. -City Entry Sign Replacement: Staff is currently coordinating with the consultant regarding design, size, and concept options. D.3 PARKS MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS UPDATE Mr. Tanner Arwine, Assistant Director, presented an update on Parks Maintenance and Operations activities. -Staff have been focused on trail maintenance following recent rains. Downed trees and limbs are being cleared as quickly as possible to maintain trail access and safety. -Landscape maintenance is ongoing, including weed control and mulch installation. -Tree planting at City Hall is complete. Irrigation has been running less frequently due to recent rainfall. New systems that sync with weather stations to provide predictive watering are being installed. This transition is in the early stages, but irrigation crews can monitor the system through a computer program that flags issues by zone for quicker repairs. -Spring athletic leagues are wrapping up their season. , -Bridge deck replacement at Iron Horse Golf Course is complete. -Repairs on the Walkers Creek entry drive are expected to be completed by mid-June. -The slide replacement at Richfield Park will begin soon, with parts covered under warranty. -The Cottonbelt Trail drainage project is upcoming, and staff will coordinate with TexRail on this work. D.4 NRH CENTRE, GRAND HALL, ATHLETICS, SENIOR CENTER, RICHLAND TENNIS CENTER, PROGRAMS AND SERVICES UPDATE Mr. Antonio Evangelista, Assistant Director, presented an update on activities at the NRH Centre, Fitness, Aquatics, Grand Hall, Senior Center, Cultural Arts and the Richland Tennis Center. -The NRH Centre is running a summer membership promotion and recently celebrated its 14th anniversary. -Camp NRH is in its second week of a ten-week program, averaging 96 participants per week. The camp is sold out, but a waiting list is available. -Aquatics staff are participating in the World's Largest Swimming Lesson. -The Hike & Bike Series continues on June 2 at Cross Timbers Park. -Richland Tennis Center will host a Special Ladies Doubles Tennis Event on June 11 featuring guest pro Liga Dekmeijere. -The Senior Center completed its annual satisfaction survey, earning a 4.8 out of 5. They June 01, 2026 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 4 extend their appreciation to the sponsors who make many of their events possible. -Movies in the Park will return on July 10 at the NRH Centre Plaza. -Memphis Soul will perform at the NRH Centre Plaza on Friday, June 5. This event is a reschedule from April's Art Fest due to inclement weather. E. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS E.1 COMMUNITY SERVICE MONTHLY REPORTS (MARCH -APRIL) DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER(MAY) SAVE THE DATE (JUNE &JULY) There are no other informational items. F. ADJOURNMENT Chair Lewis adjourned the meeting at 6:58 p.m. Ale /4* 4. iraA' 14IP Tra,ye Lewis, Chair ATTEST: Cindy Dob" , Office Coordinator June 01, 2026 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 4