HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_PAREB_03.18.2004Minutes of the Meeting of
the Parks and Recreation Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
Thursday, March 18, 2004
The Parks and Recreation Board of the City of Georgetown, Texas, met on Thursday , March 18, 2004.
Members Present:
Van Chandler, Russ Peterman, Michael Simpson, Mark Shepherd, Lylia Crystal, Lindsey Davis Stover,
Kay Cobb
Members Absent:
Mike Watson, Ron Doernbach
Staff Present:
Randy Morrow, Kimberly Garrett
Minutes
Regular Meeting
1. Call to Order
Lylia Crystal called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
2. Roll Call
3. Introduction of new board members
All the board members told a little about themselves and their interests.
4. Elect Vice Chair and Secretary
Van Chandler nominated Mike Simpson for Vice Chair of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Mark
Shepherd seconded the motion and the board unanimously approved the nomination. Mike Simpson
accepted the position.
Mark Shepherd nominated Van Chandler as Secretary of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
Lindsey Davis Stover seconded the motion and the board unanimously approved the nomination. Van
Chandler accepted the position.
5. Discussion and possible action on parkland dedication for Newland Georgetown Tract
Jim Powell and Tom Afflerbach with Newland Communities showed the board the proposed 25-acre tract
for parkland dedication. This subdivision is at Westinghouse Road and 1460. It is in the City's ETJ. The
parcel is in the "panhandle" of the development. This location allows for adjacent development to adjoin
the parkland.
Mike Simpson asked about parking — Randy said that would be discussed when the actual design and
layout of the subdivision is established.
Linsdey Stover asked how fast the development would be ready — Jim Powell said as soon as possible.
Newland Communities has filed a petition to develop into a MUD. They are waiting to see how that
materializes.
Randy said the parkland meets all the requirements.
Russ Peterman asked about the timeline for development — The developer said about 2 years from now.
Russ Peterman made a motion to accept the 25-acre parkland dedication for Newland Communities. Van
Chandler seconded the motion and it passed by unanimous vote.
6. Update on current Parks and Recreation Projects
• Hike and Bike Trail
Randy passed out a map of the trail and talked about the grant in progress that will go to Lake
Georgetown. Grants from Texas Parks and Wildlife and LCRA will help to fund the project. RVi Architects
are working on plans right now.
• Bond Election in November
In November, citizens will vote on a bond that will provide funds to expand the Recreation Center to
include an indoor pool, gymnasium, and teen center. Also on the bond will be a remodel/renovation of the
community center. Other facilities on the bond will be a Fire Station, Information Technology and Library.
• Admin Move to new facility and expand Recreation Center
Parks and Recreation Administration is expected to move on April 16th to the new admin building on
College Street. The Parks Department will move into the old vehicle service shop.
7. Update on sports complex venue - Russ Peterman
The sports complex started as an informal discussion. There is joint task force with representative from
GISD, Williamson County, Southwestern and the City of Georgetown. The members have signed an
interlocal agreement and have funded a feasibility study. The task force has gathered a "wish list" from
each party involved and they are working with a consultant to determine the what all is needed in the
project and are doing a cost analysis. There is still 150 acres needed for the project. Williamson County
has approximately 90 acres close to the Candle Factory off of IH 35, which would be the proposed site for
the complex.
8. Set date to tour parks
Board members will meet at the Recreation Center on April 15th at 4 pm and go in a City van to tour area
parks. After the tour, the regular meeting will begin no earlier than 7 pm.
9. Approve Minutes from February 12, 2004
Mike Simpson made a motion to approve the minutes from February 12, 2004. Kay Cobb seconded the
motion and it passed by unanimous vote.
10. Future Agenda Items
Log Cabin issue
11. Adjourn
Mike Simpson made a motion to adjourn