HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_PAREB_05.20.2015Minutes of the Meeting of the
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
May 20, 2015
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 2:00 pm at 1101 N. College
Street, Georgetown, TX 78526.
Regular Session —To begin no earlier than 2:00 pm.
Parks and Recreation Board may, at any time; recess the Regular Session to convene an Executive
Session at the request of the Robert Johnson for any purpose authorized by the Open Meetings Act,
Texas Government: Code: Chapter 551.)
Regular Agenda
A Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 2:00 pm by Bob Johnson.
B Roll Call
Glen Holzer, Chuck Bridges, Bob Johnson, Jason Shurley, Keith Fruge, Bob Palko. Katherine Kainer
arrived at 3:30 pm.
Kimberly Garrett, Eric Nuner; Jill Kellum— Staff
C Project Updates for San Gabriel Park Bank Stabilization, VFW Park, village Parks, Williams Drive Pool
and San Jose Splash Pad
Kimberly Garrett and Eric Nuner gave updates on the projects.
D Update from the Friends of Georgetown Parks and Recreation
Chuck Bridges gave an update from the Friends of Georgetown Parks and Recreation. There was an
update on the swim program, assistance program and the Daddy Daughter Dance.
E Parks and Recreation Advisory Board park tour immediately following this meeting.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board did a tour of City of Georgetown parks.
Legislative Regular Agenda
F Consideration and possible action to approve the parkland dedication for the Teravista Expansion.
Kimberly Garrett introduced Rainer Ficken with Teravista. Teravista is proposing a 250 lot expansion to
their current subdivision The expansion is located adjacent to a 25 acre tract of parkland that was
previously dedicated; This parkland is undeveloped. Based on the current formula for parkland
dedication, their requirement would be 5 acres. In lieu of dedicating land, they are proposing to develop
a portion of the vacant parkland that is east of a future road extension.
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The developer proposes to construct and install at least $500,000 worth of improvements including a
splash pad (approximately 3,000 square feet of surface area) with signature splash elements, shade
structures; a parking area, restroom facility, open play fields, half mile trail loop, outdoor fitness
equipment, a passive interpretive butterfly garden and trailhead connectivity to the community.
The Parks and Recreation Department will work with the Teravista Community Association on a Parkland
Maintenance Agreement permitting the Community Association to provide general routine landscape
and irrigation maintenance for the improved area (ire, regular mowing, edging, trimming of shrubs,
weed/ant control, and granite trail maintenance).
The park will be a public park and the City will pay all utilities (i.e. water/wastewater, electric; telephone
services). The improvements will be included in the City's capital replacement program.
Lotion made by Bob Palko, second by Chuck Bridges to approve the parkland dedication for the
Teravista Expansion. Approved 6-0
G Consideration and possible action to recommend approval of the parkland dedication for Nista
Pointe Subdivision.
Kimberly Garrett introduced David Singleton and Tom Groll. They presented information on the
parkland dedication. Vista Pointe Subdivision is proposing to dedicate a 5 acre tract of land as public
parkland. The subdivision plans include 247 residential lots, which equates to approximately 5 acres of
parkland. The land has a natural pond located on which could be developed into a,pond amenity. The
land is also located on the boundary of the subdivision which allows for future expansion as the
neighboring tracts develop. The subdivision also plans to develop a private amenity center for the
residents.
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Katherine Kainer entered meeting at 3:30 pm.
Kimberly Garrett introduced Chris Lalich, Christina Moon, and Becky Rupel with RVi. The Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board approved a Task Order with RVi on September 11, 2014 to develop a Master
Plan of San Gabriel Park. Since that time; RVi has met with staff several times, held a public input
meeting on March 18th and conducted an on line survey. The master plan will be a guiding document as
we move forward with the renovation and modernization of San Gabriel Park. RVi will present the
concept for the master plan as well as a phasing plan. The San Gabriel Park master plan will be
presented to City Council during the workshop on June 9, 2015.
perform Professiona I Services related to the design of Garay Park in the amount of $1,oq4j5o
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Kimberly Garrett explained that Garey Park has been designed through the schematic phase which was
presented to City Council on March 24, 2015. The City has a Master Service Agreement with Halff
Associates and has received a proposal from them to complete the project. The proposal includes
completing design development, construction drawings, assistance wither Texas Parks and Wildlife
Grant, bidding assistance and construction management. The scope of the contract has also increased
slightly due to the addition of the covered equestrian arena. The original estimate for professional
services related to Garey Park was $1,500,000. The City has previously paid $407,914 for Garey Park
design to date. With this new Task Order, the total amount to be paid for Garey Park will be $1,502;064.
The original team including the sub consultants will be working on the project through Halff Associates.
The project is on schedule to be able to start construction by mid 2016.
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Associates r. perform Professionala related to the design of Garey Park in the amount of
$1,094,150. Approved 1
Eric Nuner explained that Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act was enacted in 1990 to provide
comprehensive rights and protectionsforindividuals with disabilities. This act applies to both physical
and mental impairments. It is designed to ensure that persons of all abilities have equality of
opportunity, economic self sufficiency, full participation in American life and independent living. This act
requires State and Local Governments to make programs and services accessible to persons with
disabilities. It includes not only physical access, but also policy changes and effective communication to
ensure that all people can take part in and benefit from government programs and services.
In March 2014, the City adopted the ADA Transition Plan which is a plan that phased in a feasibility
analysis of pedestrian facilities; access to public buildings and services and Parks and Recreation facilities
and programming. The Transition Plan also included a review of effective communication strategies.
In the 2014/2015 budget, there were funds allocated in the Parks and Recreation Budget to have a self-
assessment completed on 25 parkareas. This assessment was completed in March 2015. The
assessment indicates $1,201482 of improvements are recommended in order to bring the 25 sites into
compliance. Some park sites were not included as they have either just completed an ADA assessment
or will be part of a larger renovation. As part of the 2015/2016 Parks CIP Budget, there is $150,000
requested to begin addressing the deficiencies. The proposed ranking is based on projects that are
partially funded in this budget year and then by utilization and classification, such as community, linear,
and neighborhood parks. The estimated dollar amount does include design fees and contingency.
During this process the parks and recreation staff was also trained on communication, accommodations,
and basic ADA requirements: In addition, an inventory of all programs was done to insure they are
offered at accessible sites. The training will be conducted annually.
Staff is requesting parks board review, discussion and recommendation on the proposed priority listing.
This listing will then become the schedule for ADA modifications and funds will be requested annually to
address the deficiencies.
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adjourned at 4-13 pro. Approved 7 — 0.
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