HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_PAREB_01.13.1994 AmendedCITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
January 13, 1994
AMMENDED
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms.
Robin Hallett, Chair
Ms.
Debbie Fustin
Ms.
Joyce Gadison
Mr.
Harold McDonald
Ms.
Ronda Seagraves
Ms.
Kathryn Stallard
Mr.
Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Mr. Roger Pena
Dr. Nick Sikes
OTHERS PRESENT:
Randy Morrow, Director of Parks & Recreation
I. APPROVE MINUTES FROM NOVEMBER 11TH, 1993 PARKS AND
RECREATION BOARD MEETING.
A motion to accept minutes was made by Harold McDonald and seconded by Tom Swift.
The minutes were approved by unanimous voted.
Minutes for the November 22nd will be on the next agenda.
II. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD.
None
HL ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE -CHAIR
Debbie Fustin made a motion to nominate Robin Haller as Chair. The motion was
seconded by Tom Swift. Robin accepted the nomination. The nomination passed by
unanimous vote.
Nomination for Kathryn Stallard, Vice -Chair was made by Harold McDonald and
seconded by Tom Swift. Kathyrn asked what the nomination entailed. Robin responded
with an extra meeting once a month with Randy and Robin to set the agenda and talk
about what issues are coming up. This meeting lasts for about 1 -1 1/2 hours at 7 am.
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Working on the Subdivision Regulations was more difficult than Harold thought that it
would be. Kathyrn and Harold have talked informally about Kathym representing the
Parks Board on the Subdivision Regulations Committee next year. The Century Plan and
the Subdivision Regulations are going to be compared to see where they don't match.
There is going to be quite a bit of lead in work to the Subdivision Regulations Committee
next year, in addition to the committee itself. The Subdivision appointment for Kathyrn
will start in December. This committee meets for 3 months weekly for 1 112 hours.
There are some big issues for the Park Board Vice - Chair. The River Corridor, and the
Recreation Center are two examples. The biggest issues to deal with are long range
planning issues (Parkland Dedication, Subdivision Regulations in the Century Plan).
The 7 am meeting could be changed to a lunch meeting.
Motion was made for Vice -Chair nomination to be tabled until the next Parks and
Recreation Board meeting. Second was made by Kathym Stallard. The vote was
unanimous.
IV. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL ON CITY LOCATION FOR PURPOSED
RECREATION CENTER.
Ronda Seagraves gave an over view of the site locations under consideration. Each
board member received a list of sites under consideration for the Recreation Center.
Each of the sites were discussed with their pros and cons.
The subcommittee is scheduled to visit a similar facility in Waco on January 24th. The
Parks and Recreation Division will need to be out of the building they are currently in
by October 1, 1994.
V. RECOMMENDATION ON FUNCTION ELEMENTS TO BE INCLUDED IN
PURPOSED RECREATION CENTER.
1.
Basketball Court
2.
Restroom/Locker Room/Showers
3.
Offices
4.
Storage /Copy Room
5.
Kitchen
6.
Aerobics
7.
Multi- purpose Room
8.
Weight Room
9.
TV /Game Room
10.
Racquet Ball Court
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A conceptual floor plan was given to each board member. Time line for
recommendation on the Recreation Center to go to Council was also given to board
members. ADA requirements were discussed along with other existing recreation centers
that the subcommittee is looking at.
VI. SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
Harold McDonald presented the subdivision regulations being addressed by the
subcommittee. Each item was presented by Harold McDonald. (The tape may be
listened to at the Parks & Recreation Office for details.)
The division of the ETJ into sectors and the disbursement of money from fees into
sectors other than where it was collected was explained to the board. Multi -home
dwellings were discussed and the fees and requirements for them.
Designation of parkland and /or fees through the planning and zoning process from
developers was discussed. The Subdivision Regulations Advisory Committee leg
will write into the regulations where and when the Parks and
Recreation Board is allowed to recommend a"rave the developers plan for parkland
dedication and /or fees.
A motion to move that we approve as amended Table 42090A and Figure 42090A, the
amended being the removal of eight and nine as secondary zones associated with primary
zone six. A second was made by Kathryn Stallard. There was no discussion. The
motion carried by unanimous vote.
VII. INFORMATION FROM BOARD MEMBERS AND DIRECTOR.
Joyce gave a report on the facilitator, Robena Jackson, working with her and members
from the community on the Blue Hole issue.
Randy reported on youth basketball (150 children). The t -shirts were shown to the
board.
River Corridor Grant issues are on the way. The tree grant is underway and contracts
are signed.
VI. ADJOURN.
Motion to adjourn by Harold McDonald with a second by Tom Swift. Motion carried
by unanimous vote.
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CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
January 18, 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms.
Robin Hallett, Chair
Ms.
Debbie Fustin
Ms.
Joyce Gadison
Mr.
Harold McDonald
Ms.
Ronda Seagraves
Dr.
Nick Sikes
Ms.
Kathryn Stallard
Mr.
Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Mr. Roger Pena
OTHERS PRESENT:
Randy Morrow, Director of Parks & Recreation
Mary Lee Prigge, Recreation Superintendent
I. APPROVE MINUTES FROM NOVEMBER 22TH, 1993 PARKS AND
RECREATION BOARD MEETING.
Motion to approve the minutes of the November 22nd meeting as amended was made by
Joyce Gadison. A second was made by Ronda Seagraves. The minutes were approved
by unanimous vote.
H. Citizens Wishing to Address the Board.
None
HI. Recommendation to Council on City Location for Purposed Recreation Center.
There was a discussion on the Joint Use of the Junior High School on Leander Road with
GISD. This location was rejected because of limited daytime use, gym facilities are not
available at all during the school year, this facility limits the age group to focus on the
teens and the location is not in the center of Georgetown.
Recommendation was made by Tom Swift to recommend to City Council the selection
of site Number One, the land next to the Playscape, corner of Austin and Stadium Drive.
The motion was seconded by Dr. Sikes. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
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IV. Recommendation on Function Elements to be Included in Purposed Recreation
Center.
There was a discussion on each of the items on the following list:
1. Basketball Court
2. Restroom/Locker Room/Showers
3. Offices
4. Storage /Copy Room
S. Kitchen
6. Aerobics
7. Multi- purpose Room
8. Weight Room
9. Video /Game Room
10. Racquet Ball Court
11. Potential Technical Support /Performance Infrastructure (Sound & Light)
There was a discussion by Tom Swift regarding a stage, lighting and sound. Could this
be allowed in Phase 2 Other facilities and future development for this type of production
was discussed.
Ronda Seagraves made the motion that we accept the above list of facilities as written
in these minutes. The recommendation was seconded by Debbie Fustin.
The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Robin Hallet asked to include the site criteria and the area to City Council. It was
agreed that this information would be valid.
V. Information from Board Members and Director.
Questions regarding the developers knowledge about required parkland dedication were
addressed. The developers are informed by Planning and Zoning what is required for
parkland dedication and /or fees.
River Ridge III is coming before the Council for approval of their preliminary and final
plat. Why is River Ridge III getting variances? Because their roads are too narrow and
some are too long on their cul -de -sacs. They were granted those variances as part of
their conceptual plat.
Will the Parks Board have to move their meeting time to accommodate P &Z? No one
has mentioned that to staff or board members at this time.
The board wants Planing and Zoning agendas made available through phone calls that
P &Z is meeting at 7:00 on the 1st Tuesday of each month. Staff will get with Marsha
in P &Z to see if we can get in the loop.
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Youth Basketball is underway. Staff is a little disappointed in the volunteers and lack
of GYRA participation. There is not nearly the support there that GYRA had indicated
there would be. We have a team without a coach. Parent participation has been solicited
from the team parents. (As a note of interest: After this meeting the parents of all the
children on this team were called and none would take the team in any capacity. This
team is being coached by Mary Lee.
Spring Break Camp is being offered this year. Board members were given the flyers for
this event.
RFP's are going out to the newspaper for architects for the Recreation Center. The
deadline for these are February 4th at 5 pm. We would like to submit the name of the
architect to Council on February 22nd.
VI. Adjourn.
Motion to adjourn by Tom Swift with a second by Ms. Debbie Fustin. Motion carried
by unanimous vote.
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CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
February 8, 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms. Robin Hallett, Chair
Ms. Debbie Fustin
Ms. Joyce Gadison
Mr. Harold McDonald
Ms, Ronda Seagraves
Dr. Nick Sikes
Ms. Kathryn Stallard
Mr. Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Mr. Roger Pena
OTHERS PRESENT:
Mary Lee Prigge, Recreation Superintendent
I. APPROVE MINUTES FROM JANUARY 13, 1994 AND JANUARY 18, 1994
(SPECIAL MEETING) PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING.
Motion to accept the minutes of both meetings as amended was made by Tom Swift and
seconded by Debbie Fustin. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
H. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD.
None
HI. SELECTION OF VICE- CHAIR.
Motion was made by Harold McDonald to appoint Kathryn Stallard Vice - Chair. Motion
was seconded by Ronda Seagraves. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
IV. PRESENTATIONS FROM TOP ARCHITECTS FOR NEW RECREATION
CENTER.
Three presentations were made consisting of 20 minutes each. They were made by
Voelter & Associates, Opus Three, and Embree Group, Inc. Each of these may be heard
on the tape kept in the Parks & Recreation Division Office.
Site selection was approved by Council and will be at the comer of Stadium Drive and
Austin Avenue. The Council voiced concerns on the aesthetic appearance of the outside
of the Recreation Center. The Board might want to kept this in mind during Architect
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Selection.
V. DELIBERATION, SELECTION AND RECOMMENDATION TO MAYOR AND
COUNCIL FOR ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTANT OF NEW RECREATION
CENTER (DESIGN PHASE).
During deliberation one consultant was omitted because of projects previously done in
the City of Georgetown with errors and time delays. The project ran over and did not
meet ADA requirements. This consultant was omitted, Voelter & Associates.
The deliberation continued with discussion and comparison between Opus III and
Embree, Inc. The size of Embree, Inc. was a problem for the board, they felt like this
project would be small in comparison to others and would gain their attention. They also
felt that Embree would do a good job but had not built a large number of gyms.
Opus III has experience in gyms, and gym flooring. It was apparent that an aesthetically
pleasing look of the gym floor was very important to the board.
Tom Swift noted that Embree, Inc. stated they could bring this project in on time and
within budget and questioned whether Opus III could do the same. He noted that Opus
III had projects both over budget and not within time constraints in their presentation.
Opus III had no landscape architects and their civil engineers are not a reputable firm.
They did have an impressive CAD system and the ability to design quickly.
Nick Sikes noted that Embree, Inc. built a building in Anderson Mill seven years ago and
the people involved had nothing but bad things to say about the building. They were
very disappointed in the way it turned out, the budget and the look of it.
The board wanted to ask Opus III to get a different civil engineer and to add landscape
architects to their team. There was considerable discussion on this.
The board felt that Embree, as a company, did not have a lot of experience with building
gyms /recreation center.
Motion to table the vote was made by several and seconded by several. The motion
carried by unanimous vote.
The board came back to this item after Mary Ann Banks and Jim Briggs came to join the
meeting and answer some questions on what the board could do. Mary Ann explained
the options available to the board. She explained about picking parts of one and putting
different groups together. She stated through experience this has not worked very well
in the past.
Jim Briggs spoke about the civil engineer being used by Opus III and about Opus III.
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He answered questions that the board had and about how Opus III had worked with the
City on other projects. He answered questions regarding Embree, Inc. and his
experience with Embree and their civil engineers.
Mary Ann told the board that if they had a proposal that met their specifications then
they should choose that proposal. If none of the proposals met all of the specifications
then they could choose one of the proposals with changes as specified by the board.
Nick Sikes moves to recommended Opus III. Tom seconded the motion. There was
some discussion on this motion. The board voted on voting on Nick's motion as it is
written above. Nick voted yes on the motion as it stands. The remainder of the board
voted not to vote.
Harold amended the motion to require Opus III to bring a landscape architect on board.
The amended motion carried by a vote of 6 for, 1 against (Robin Hallett) and 1 abstained
(Tom Swift).
VI. RECOMMENDATION TO MAYOR AND COUNCIL REGARDING NAMING OF
CHURCH AT FOUNDERS MEMORIAL PARK.
Doris Curl on behalf of the Heritage Society recommended calling the church Grace
Heritage Center at Founders Park. There was some discussion about the name being a
little bit long.
Debbie Fustin moved that we recommend renaming the church to Grace Heritage Center
at Founders Park. The motion was seconded by Harold McDonald. The motion carried
by unanimous vote.
VII. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL ON BERRY CREEK BRIDGE.
Motion was made by Tom Swift to table any action on the Berry Creek Bridge. The
motion was seconded by Debbie Fustin. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
VHI. INFORMATION FROM BOARD MEMBERS AND DIRECTOR.
Joyce invited the board to the Heritage banquet.
Kathryn told the board about the Riveree land that was up for sale. There was some
discussion on this parcel of land. The board felt that this would be a big loss for the
River Corridor if we lost this parcel of land.
Robin Hallett informed the board that the meeting on March 10 needed to be moved to
March 17. They agreed with Tom Swift stating he would be out of town.
IX. ADJOURN.
Motion to adjourn by Tom Swift with a second by Ms. Debbie Fustin. Motion carried
by unanimous vote.
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CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
March 24, 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms. Robin Hallett, Chair
Ms. Debbie Fustin
Ms. Joyce Gadison
Mr. Harold McDonald
Mr. Roger Pena
Ms. Ronda Seagraves
Dr. Nick Sikes
Ms. Kathryn Stallard, Vice Chair
Mr. Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
OTHERS PRESENT:
Randy Morrow, Director of Parks & Recreation
6:00 to 7:00 Workshop with City Council.
I. Approve minutes from February 8th, 1994 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting.
This item was tabled until the next Parks Board meeting.
H. Citizens Wishing to Address the Board.
None present.
III. Discussion and approval to send letter to Planning & Zoning and Council regarding
access to South San Gabriel River off Inwood Drive. (Kathryn Stallard)
Danny Meigs spoke to the board regarding the access to South San Gabriel River off
Inwood Drive.
The board voted unanimously to send a letter of recommendation to Council
recommending that the Planning and Zoning Board and City Council try to work out an
agreement with Mr. Greenwood that wound enable him to carry out his building plans
while accomplishing the two goals listed below:
1. Acquire the flood plain area for park land
2. Maintain in some way the long established access to the river at the end
of Inwood
IV. Update on Neighborhood Meeting. (Joyce Gadison)
Joyce gave a brief summary of the neighborhood meeting held at the library.
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V. Update on Recreation Center (Randy Morrow).
Frank Krenek and Mike Fault from Embree Group made a presentation to the board on
the new Recreation Center. There was a discussion regarding the funding and anticipated
outcome of the new center.
VI. Update on Hike /Bike Trail and Athletic Complex. (Randy Morrow)
Randy Morrow gave an update of where the process was at with the Hike /Bike Trail and
Athletic Complex. He stated the multi use agreements with the school and state were in
place. He estimates construction will begin mid - summer with completion predicted in
the next budget year.
VH. Update on I.O.O.F. Cemetery Expansion. (Randy Morrow)
Randy Morrow stated that the cemetery had been platted for additional plots and the road
would be extended through the new portion as areas were opened.
VIH. Information from Board Members and Director.
Tom Swift stated he was waiting for the maintenance book from the Leathers people.
He would like to meet with Jim Landry regarding maintenance on the playscape.
1&oger Pena made comment that he thought a log book might be nice to have at the
Playscape. Roger asked about the chairperson and the creditability required as a leader.
Mary Ann Banks said another meeting needed to be scheduled with this issue on the
agenda.
Kathryn Stallard asked how the money came out from taking over GYRA. Randy stated
we had lost $800.
Harold McDonald ask about scheduling a special meeting on the chair issue and the
possibility of discussing this in a executive session. Mary Ann said this would have to
be done in an open meeting with the agenda item posted.
Kathyrn asked about the park land dedication of 70 acres. Mary Ann stated this was the
plan for the Riveree area.
The board discussed possible times for a meeting to discuss the chair issue. Tom Swift
made a motion to have a special meeting to consider officer positions on Tuesday, April
5th at 6 p.m. in the conference room at City Hall. It was seconded by Ronda Seagraves.
The motion carried by unanimous vote.
IX. Adjourn.
Motion to adjourn by Dr
by unanimous vote.
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Nick Sikes with a second by Joyce Gadison. Motion carried
CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
April 14, 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms. Kathryn Stallard, Vice Chair
Ms. Debbie Fustin
Ms. Joyce Gadison
Mr. Harold McDonald
Mr. Roger Pena
Ms. Ronda Seagraves
Dr. Nick Sikes
Mr. Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Ms. Robin Hallett, Chair
OTHERS PRESENT:
Robert Lucy - Williamson County Sun Newspaper
Randy Morrow, Director of Parks & Recreation
I. Citizens Wishing to Address the Board
None
H. Discussion Over Council Governance Policy.
There was a discussion over the Council Governance Policy and the fact that this board
operates under the Robert's Rules of Order. The board would like the Council to be
informed that this board follows Robert's Rules. They also would like to know what
constitutes an affidavit.
Discussion of qualifications for board members was discussed. The board would like to
see that there is diversity in terms of age, geographic diversity, and a balance in terms
of interest in Georgetown are represented.
Appointment time frames for Board Members was discussed.
III. Selection and Approval of Officers.
Harold McDonald stated that Robin Hallett had elected to pursue other interests at this
time and therefore would be unable to serve on the Parks & Recreation Board. Harold
made a motion to elect Kathryn Stallard as the Chair of the Parks & Recreation Board.
The motion was seconded by Tom Swift and carried by unanimous vote.
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Motion was made by Roger Pena to elect Harold McDonald as the Vice Chair of the
Parks & Recreation Board. The motion was seconded by Tom Swift. The motion
carried by unanimous vote.
IV. Information from Board Members and Staff
Crop Walk is Sunday at 2:00 - Tom Swift
V. Adjourn.
Motion to adjourn by Tom Swift with a second by Joyce Gadison. Motion carried by
unanimous vote.
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CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
May 12, 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms.
Kathryn Stallard, Chair
Ms.
Debbie Fustin
Ms.
Joyce Gadison
Mr.
Harold McDonald
Mr.
Mark Moore
Mr.
Roger Pena
Dr.
Nick Sikes
Mr.
Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Ms. Ronda Seagraves
OTHERS PRESENT:
Randy Morrow, Director of Parks & Recreation
Donna Kirk, Administrative Assistant
I. Approve minutes from April 14th, 1994 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting and
the minutes of March and February.
The minutes were reviewed. Tom Swift made the motion to approve the minutes, Joyce
Gadison seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous.
II. Welcome new board member, Mark Moore.
Mark Moore was introduced to the Parks Board. He is a coach at Williams Middle
School and is the GISD representative on the Parks Board.
HI. Citizens Wishing to Address the Board.
Mary Taylor representing Sertoma.
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IV. Recommendation to Council to wave ordinance on camping overnight in park, for
4th of July weekend for BBQ Cook Off at San Gabriel Park, Roy Holliday.
Randy Morrow presented staff recommendations to the board. The staff recommended
that the event be allowed to run during the 4th of July weekend and that the ordinance
on camping overnight in the park be waived.
Mary Taylor addressed the board on behalf of the Sertoma Club. She answered
questions regarding the event and the length of the event.
After board discussion motion was made by Joyce Gadison to allow the event and to
waive the ordinance on camping overnight in San Gabriel Park. The motion was
seconded by Nick Sikes and carried by unanimous vote.
V. Discussion over park security.
Tom Swift lead a discussion over park security. The board decided to set up a sub-
committee to work with the police. Two goals given to the sub - committee were: 1)
Identify problem areas; and 2) Create a dialogue with the Police Department and
Sheriff's Department. The committee is to return to the board with recommendation to
be forwarded to Council. Tom Swift is the chair of the sub- committee. Members are
Roger Pena and Joyce Gadison.
Tom Swift was appointed as representative from Parks and Recreation Board to serve on
the Task Force Committee lead by Chief Hesser. The motion for this was made by
Joyce Gadison. Roger Pena seconded the motion. The motion carried by unanimous
vote.
VI. Discussion over budget with Director.
Randy Morrow presented staff concerns regarding budget. Kathryn Stallard will draft
a letter to be sent to Council regarding needs for Parks and Recreation in the next budget
year.
VII. Information from Board Members and Director.
Randy Morrow reported on progress of the Recreation Center. Ground breaking is to
be in August and opening will be mid - December.
Tom Swift gave an overview of Creative Playscape. There are 38 new trees, and there
are materials for repairs. There was some discussion of an enterprize fund for the
Creative Playscape.
Roger Pena spoke about Youth Soccer. He stated that it was going well.
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Joyce Gadison reported on the neighborhood meetings.
Debbie Fustin reported on new sub - division development off Booty's Road and requested
that land for park development be given in lieu of fees as the area was so dense. The
board discussed other sub - divisions that are building and land acquisitions on the horizon.
VIII. Adjourn.
Motion to adjourn was made by Dr. Nick Sikes with a second by Ms. Debbie Fustin.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
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CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
June 9, 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms. Kathryn Stallard, Chair
Ms. Joyce Gadison
Mr. Harold McDonald
Mr. Mark Moore
Dr. Nick Sikes
Mr. Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Ms. Debbie Fustin
Mr. Roger Pena
Ms. Ronda Seagraves
OTHERS PRESENT:
Randy Morrow, Director of Parks & Recreation
I. Approve minutes from May 12th, 1994 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting.
Tabled until next meeting.
H. Citizens Wishing to Address the Board.
None.
HI. Review Budget Letter to Council, Mayor and City Manager.
Letter was reviewed by Board. Brief discussion regarding 94/95 budget concerns.
Letter was approved as sent by Board.
IV. Discussion regarding Blue Hole.
There were concerns raised regarding community views on Blue Hole. A sub - committee
was formed to address these concerns and return with a recommendation to the Parks
Board on the auto traffic into Blue Hole. The sub - committee will hold a meeting and
report back to the board by late summer.
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V. Discussion over Recreation Center and Hike /Bike Trail.
Randy Morrow gave a report on the status of the Recreation Center. The
architect /construction manager is Embree Construction Group, Inc. Group breaking in
August with the opening in late December.
Randy, also reported on the grant for the River Corridor. The project is currently on
time and is progressing without problems.
Questions were answered by Randy Morrow.
VI. Report on Park Security by Tom Swift.
Tabled until next meeting.
VII. Information from Board Members and Director.
Randy Morrow reported Day Camp filled to capacity and 20 more slots were created.
VII. Adjourn.
Motion to adjourn by Dr. Nick Sikes with a second by Mr. Harold McDonald. Motion
carried by unanimous vote.
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CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
JMinute
/� 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms.
Kathryn Stallard, Chair
Ms.
Joyce Gadison
Mr.
Harold McDonald
Mr.
Roger Pena
Ms.
Ronda Seagraves
Dr.
Nick Sikes
Mr.
Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Ms. Debbie Fustin
Mr. Mark Moore
Randy Morrow, Director of Parks & Recreation
OTHERS PRESENT:
Mary Lee Prigge, Superintendent of Recreation
Donna Kirk, Administrative Assistant
I. APPROVE MINUTES FROM MAY 12, 1994 AND JUNE 9, 1994.
Motion to accept minutes with corrections was made by Harold McDonald. The motion
was seconded by Nick Sikes and carried by unanimous vote.
IL. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COMMITTEE.
All citizens present wished to speak regarding Blue Hole. Comments were held for sub-
committee.
III. RECOMMENDATION TO STAFF ON HAVING SWANS AT SAN GABRIEL
PARK.
Kathryn Stallard gave a brief report regarding the donation of a pair of swans by Del
Webb. She did not think they had enough information to make a recommendation on
whether to accept the donation.
The issue was tabled until next meeting.
IV. STATUS ON BLUE HOLE SUB - COMMITTEE. (KATHRYN)
A sub - committee was formed and Harold, Roger and Joyce will be the Parks and
Recreation representatives. Councilmen Bonner appointed three people from his
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neighborhood as representatives and they are Ed Steiner, Gloria Jackson and Lee Crank.
They will meet at 7:30 tonight to resolve the issue of parking and roads in the Blue Hole
Park.
V. INFORMATION FROM BOARD MEMBERS AND DIRECTOR.
Tom Swift gave a brief report on the Police Chief Task Force. He stated that the police
were working on beat structure and organization.
Ronda Seagraves thanked Mary Lee for use of the Williams Drive Pool for Aquadillos
and stated they were looking forward to using the pool again next year.
Mary Lee gave a brief report on the summer programs; swimming lessons, pools and day
camp.
VI. ADJOURN REGULAR MEETING.
Meeting was adjourned by Kathryn Stallard.
VII. BLUE HOLE SUB - COMMITTEE MEETING.
Sub - committee met at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
VIH. ADJOURN SUB - COMMITTEE MEETING.*
Kathryn Stallard adjourned sub - committee meeting.
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CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
August 5, 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms. Kathryn Stallard, Chair
Ms. Joyce Gadison
Mr. Harold McDonald
Mr. Roger Pena
Ms. Ronda Seagraves
Dr. Nick Sikes
Mr. Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Ms. Debbie Fustin
Mr. Mark Moore
Randy Morrow, Director of Parks & Recreation
OTHERS PRESENT:
Mary Lee Prigge, Superintendent of Recreation
Donna Kirk, Administrative Assistant
I. APPROVE MINUTES FROM MAY 12, 1994 AND JUNE 9, 1994.
Motion to accept minutes with corrections was made by Harold McDonald. The motion
was seconded by Nick Sikes and carried by unanimous vote.
IL. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COMMITTEE.
All citizens present wished to speak regarding Blue Hole. Comments were held for sub-
committee.
III. RECOMMENDATION TO STAFF ON HAVING SWANS AT SAN GABRIEL
PARK.
Kathryn Stallard gave a brief report regarding the donation of a pair of swans by Del
Webb. She did not think they had enough information to make a recommendation on
whether to accept the donation.
The issue was tabled until next meeting.
IV. STATUS ON BLUE HOLE SUB - COMMITTEE. (KATHRYN)
A sub - committee was formed and Harold, Roger and Joyce will be the Parks and
Recreation representatives. Councilmen Bonner appointed three people from his
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neighborhood as representatives and they are Ed Steiner, Gloria Jackson and Lee Crank.
They will meet at 7:30 tonight to resolve the issue of parking and roads in the Blue Hole
Park.
V. INFORMATION FROM BOARD MEMBERS AND DIRECTOR.
Tom Swift gave a brief report on the Police Chief Task Force. He stated that the police
were working on beat structure and organization.
Ronda Seagraves thanked Mary Lee for use of the Williams Drive Pool for Aquadillos
and stated they were looking forward to using the pool again next year.
Mary Lee gave a brief report on the summer programs; swimming lessons, pools and day
camp.
VI. ADJOURN REGULAR MEETING.
Meeting was adjourned by Kathryn Stallard.
VII. BLUE HOLE SUB - COMMITTEE MEETING.
Sub - committee met at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
VIII. ADJOURN SUB - COMMITTEE MEETING.*
Kathryn Stallard adjourned sub - committee meeting.
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CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
August 11, 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms. Kathryn Stallard, Chair
Mr. Harold McDonald
Mr. Mark Moore
Mr. Roger Pena
Ms. Ronda Seagraves
Dr. Nick Sikes
Mr. Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Ms. Debbie Fustin
Ms. Joyce Gadison
OTHERS PRESENT:
Randy Morrow, Director of Parks & Recreation
I. APPROVE MINUTES FROM JULY 14, 1994 PARKS AND RECREATION
MEETING.
Motion to accept minutes with correction of date was made by Nick Sikes and seconded
by Ronda Seagraves. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
H. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COMMITTEE.
None
HI. INFORMATION ON REMOVING OLD MARY BAILEY BUILDING AT
EDWARDS PARK. (RANDY)
Mary Bailey Center is moving next to the athletic complex, next to the detention center.
It is a child care center, Head Start. This is a bigger facility and will let them expand.
The building at Edwards Park will be bull dozed and the area will revert back to a park.
IV. RECOMMENDATION TO STAFF ON DONATION OF SWANS TO SAN
GABRIEL PARK BY DELL WEBB. (RANDY)
Donation of swans from Del Webb to San Gabriel Park. Del Webb will pay for their
flight, food and anything the swans need. The swans wings are clipped or a feather is
removed to ground the swans. The safety of the swans was discussed. Motion was
made by Ronda Seagraves and seconded by Tom Swift to accept the swans from Del
Webb. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
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V. REPORT ON RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS. (MARY LEE)
Report was tabled.
VI. INFORMATION ON LEASING PART OF SAN GABRIEL PARK FOR BATTING
CAGES AND MINIATURE GOLF. (JACK CHAMBERS)
Jack Chambers would like to put in miniature golf and batting cages. He did not show
with the proposal. There was some discussion about no more building in the greenbelt
area of San Gabriel Park. The area where the new sports complex is going in was
discussed as a possible site.
VII. INFORMATION / RECOMMENDATION TO STAFF ON DONATION FLYER TO
BUY EQUIPMENT FOR NEW RECREATION CENTER. (RANDY)
Each board member was given a packet for the Recreation Center consisting of
equipment needed for each room. Embree is going to solicit contributions for the Parks
Department.
Publicity from Williamson County Sun was discussed and how to get them to publicize
it more for the community.
VIII. INFORMATION ON BLUE HOLE ISSUES. (KATHRYN STALLARD)
Kathyrn gave a report on the Blue Hole and the recommendations sent to council from
the sub - committee appointed by City Council.
IX. INFORMATION FROM BOARD MEMBERS AND DIRECTOR.
X. ADJOURN MEETING.
Kathryn Stallard adjourned meeting.
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CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
September 15, 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms. Kathryn Stallard, Chair
Ms. Debbie Fustin
Ms. Joyce Gadison
Mr. Harold McDonald
Ms. Ronda Seagraves
Dr. Nick Sikes
Mr. Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Mr. Mark Moore
Mr. Roger Pena
OTHERS PRESENT:
Mary Lee Prigge, Recreation Superintendent
I. APPROVE MINUTES FROM August 14, 1994 PARKS AND RECREATION
MEETING.
Motion to accept minutes with correction of date was made by Tom Swift and seconded
by Harold McDonald. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
II. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COMMITTEE.
None
HL RECOMMENDATION FOR PARK LAND DEDICATION ON SHELL PARCEL.
(Charles Seamond, Jim Stendebach)
Nick Sikes moved that the Parks and Recreation Board recommend to the Planning and
Zoning Commission that the parkland dedication proposal as presented in the concept
plan be accepted. Tom Swift seconded the motion. It carried by unanimous vote.
IV. UPDATE ON SUMMER ACTIVITIES. (Mary Lee)
• Summer Camp attendance went way up. Camp Director, Staci Donini, did a fantastic
job. Field trips were successful, however, would not recommend trips to San
Antonio in future.
• Swim Lesson program was expanded to include River Ridge pool.
• Introduced family night swims at River Ridge and San Gabriel pools. Seemed very
popular.
• Water Aerobics expanded to two nights a week this summer and was very successful.
• Fall soccer games will be starting in October. Registration is slow.
• Offering a new program to children 8 -15 Galorade NFL Punt, Pass & Kick,_ October
8, 1994.
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V. UPDATE ON RECREATION CENTER. (Randy and Mary Lee)
VI. INFORMATION FROM BOARD MEMBERS AND DIRECTOR.
• Debbie Fustin brought up case in Houston regarding Alcohol in parks.
• Kathryn Stallard questioned about trouble in Old Town Park, was in continuing? The
Police are patrolling.
0 Tom Swift is excited about new programs he is doing at Wesleyan Retirement Center,
VII. ADJOURN MEETING.
Nick Sikes moved that the meeting be adjourned with a second from Debbie Fustin. The
vote was unanimous. Kathryn Stallard adjourned meeting.
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CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
October 13, 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms. Kathyrn Stallard, Chair
Mr. Harold McDonald
Mr. Mark Moore
Mr. Roger Pena
Ms. Ronda Seagraves
Dr. Nick Sikes
Mr. Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Ms. Debbie Fustin
Ms. Joyce Gadison
OTHERS PRESENT:
Randy Morrow, Director of Parks & Recreation
I. APPROVE MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1994 PARKS AND RECREATION
MEETING.
Motion to approve minutes as presented and seconded. Motion carried by unanimous
vote.
II. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE COMMITTEE.
1►RTiia
HI. RECREATION CENTER UPDATE. (RANDY)
Recreation Center is on schedule. The interior and exterior colors were shown to the
board. Staffing for the new center was discussed. Concern for enough staff was voiced
by the board. The board questioned usage fees and their role in setting those fees.
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IV. JOINT MEETING WITH CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 6. (RANDY)
Dinner with City Council and Park Board is designed to allow members to meet with the
Council and address any questions they might have with the Council members directly.
V. UPDATE ON HIKE /BIKE TRAIL. (RANDY)
Texas Department of Transportation has signed the agreement and it is at Parks and
Wildlife. We are doing the contract with Parks and Wildlife. The detailed development
plan will be coming next and then going to Planning and Zoning. In the next 3 months
you will see the work beginning.
VI. UPDATE ON RIVERY AREA. (RANDY)
They are purposing to give the City the 70 acres down in the flood plain behind Hardy's.
VII. INFORMATION FROM BOARD MEMBERS AND DIRECTOR.
Randy told the board about the Passive Area Park being requested by Serenade South
Home Owners. This park would be a connection from the homes to the new Junior High
School.
Ronda Seagraves told about the swim team problems with Southwestern University and
their moving to Williams Drive Pool. Because of their being moved around from pool
to pool the swim team is without a home. There is no indoor swimming facility in this
area for a swim team. The team needs approximately 8 lanes for a high school level
team. There was some discussion on grants available for public pools.
The lights at the Junior High and the tennis courts was discussed. Several members
commented on how nice they were.
The pavers at Founders Park has been finished.
Del Webb is sending the swans as soon as the weather remains cool enough.
VIII. ADJOURN.
Meeting was adjourned by Kathyrn Stallard.
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CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
November 10, 1994
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms. Kathryn Stallard, Chair
Ms. Joyce Gadison
Mr. Harold McDonald, Vice Chair
Mr. Mark Moore
Mr. Roger Pena
Ms. Ronda Seagraves
Dr. Nick Sikes
Mr. Tom Swift
Ms. Debbie Fustin
MEMBERS ABSENT:
OTHERS PRESENT:
Randy Morrow, Director of Parks & Recreation
1. Approve Minutes October 13, 1994 Parks and Recreation Meeting.
Motion to accept minutes was made, seconded and past by unanimous vote.
H. Citizens Wishing to Address the Board
None.
III. Information on Recreation Center Grand Opening. (Randy)
The Recreation Center is on schedule.
Run off rain was discussed and provision for drainage was discussed. The roof and green
trim are going on next. It is getting exciting to watch the progress. There will also be
a nice conference room there for our board meetings.
Staffing for the Recreation Center has begun. We will be hiring a recreation center
supervisor, a receptionist, and 6 to 8 part -time recreation assistants. Interviews will begin
at the end of this month.
Randy gave a report on the status of major contributors to the Recreation Center.
1V. Indoor Swimming Pool. (Jahn Webster)
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Jann Webster addressed the board on the problem of year -round swimming for youth in
Georgetown. The loss of the use of the facility at Southwestern University for the three
groups involved in swimming - the high school group, the Aquadillos (175), and the
Texas Gold Swimmers (75) -- there are also other groups of kids involved in year -round
swimming - fitness, aerobics and senior groups. She went on to describe the needs of the
various swim groups. She said Dr. Gunn has worked out some arrangements with
Southwestern University for the high school team. This does not help the groups who
would like to swim on a year -round basis.
Jann did not come to the board with solutions but rather with questions about how to
solve the issue of year -round swimming. The board formed a three- member committee
to work with Jann and try to bring this issue before the City Council /School Board. The
committee is comprised of Tom Swift, Ronda Seagraves and Mark Moore.
Jann will go before the City Council on November 22, 1994. (Jane's phone number is
869 - 1779).
V. Fees for New Recreation Center? (Randy)
A cost of $99 per year was suggested. There has been discussion on whether to charge
an annual fee, as is done with pools, or to charge per event, or a combination of both.
The board discussed the fees and special discount with memberships. Member would
get use of the facility and discounts on the events they want to participate in.
There was a suggestion of an additional charge on the racquet ball courts.
VI. I.S.T.E.A. Grant. (Kathryn Stallard)
Kathryn Stallard gave an overview of the I.S.T.E.A. grant qualifications and gave a
handout to the board members. She asked board members to get with her or Randy on
their ideas or possibilities for routes that this grant would be useful for in the Georgetown
area. The Rivery to the State Park was a consideration. The renovations of the cemetery
at Blue Hole is a possibility for this grant.
VII. December 6th Joint Meeting with Council and Parks & Recreation Board. (Randy)
There will be a joint meeting with City Council on December 6th. There will be a
catered dinner.
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VIII. (Budget) Capital Items for 94195. (Randy)
Council was generous to Parks and Recreation this year, increasing the Hike & Bike
account by $500,000. That leaves only $100,000 in -kind match that we have to get
volunteer labor to help with the trail.
The budget looks a lot better this year. It is a nice budget with maintenance contracts for
mowing areas. The gazebo is going to be fixed this year with a concrete slab. Edwards
Park is going to be made into a big nice park with the old Mary Bailey Building being
removed. The 1.2 million dollar Recreation Center stayed within budget.
Tom Swift made a motion to tear the building down at Edwards Park and put up some
more play facilities and walkways so that the families could use the park as a family park.
The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Randy said the letter from the board to Council was most helpful in the budget process
this year.
IX. Information from Board Members and Director.
Harold McDonald moved that the Parks Board not hold the regular scheduled meeting in
December but instead make the December 6th meeting with council the December
meeting. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Kathryn discussed whether or not the board could have a discussion after a motion.
There was a brief discussion concerning Roberts Rules of Order.
Kathryn also reminded board members to apply for reappointment to the board. The
applications can be mailed or given to the mayor. The applications will be in the City
Newsletter and will be reviewed by Council in February.
Randy stated that the Hike and Bike Trail finally made it to Texas Department of
Transportation. We are doing the appraisals at this time. The contract with Place
Collaborative is in progress. Blue Hole has been to Council and hopefully what we do
in that area will make everyone happy.
X. ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned by Kathryn Stallard.
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