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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_PAREB_11.12.2015Minutes of the Meeting of the Ptarics and Recreation Advisory Board City of Georgetown, Texas November- 12, 2015 The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met Thursday, November 112015 at:6:00 pm at 1101 N. College Street, Georgetown, TX 78626. Rcgulm- Session —To begin no earlier than 6:00 pin. 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.) A Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:00pm by Bob Johnson. B Roll Call Keith Fruge, Bob Johnson, Katherine Kanner; Jason Shurley, Robert Palko, Chuck Bridges, Glenn Holzer Staff: Kimberly Garrett, Eric Nuner, Jill Kellum C Presentation and update on proposed improvements to the Teravista City Park - Rainer Ficken, AICP Senior Project Manager - Newland Communities Kimberly Garrett introduced Rainer Ficken to update on the improvements of the Teravista City Park. They budgeted $500,000 on the park and have exceeded that amount by over $200,000. There are approximately 12 acres for this park. The splash pad would be closed in the winter time and at dusk during the seasonal hours. Construction; plans will be done tomorrow. Project is expected to be complete by October 2016. The splash pad would be operational 2017. At the May 20, 2015 meeting, the Parks Board approved a conceptual pian for improvements to the City Parkland in Teravista, The improvements were to include 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 Teravista Community Association through Parkland Maintenance Agreement will be providing general routine landscape and irrigation maintenance for the improved area (i.e. regular mowing, edging, trimming of shrubs, weed/ant control, and granite trail maintenance). The park will be 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. D Update from Friends of Georgetown Parks and Recreation. Kimberly Garrett stated Glenn Holzer substituted as the liaison for the Friends of Georgetown Parks and Recreation at their November meeting. Glenn Holzer stated they discussed the viability of the group and the Georgetown Swims program. Kimberly Garrett stated they discussed possibly joining up with another nonprofit group. Kimberly Garrett stated she steered them to ideas that were presented from the parks and Recreation Advisory Board and; how they can get more awareness with the amenities from the trail and were encouraged to focus more on outreach programs like movies in the park. There was Page 32 of 34 discussion about the Friends group doing a dedication ceremony when the sand table is installed at the playscape which would offer more exposure to the community about the group. Y 1 1 Garay Park -50% Detail Development (DD) should be completed by mid-November with 100% DD by mid/late December. Westside Park -The proposed master plan was presented to the Parks Board on Thursday, October 8th. Proposed suggestions were incorporated into the plan. The MasterPlan will be presented to City Council in January as part of an overall update on parks projects. San Gabriel Bank Stabilization -The project has received approval from the Texas Historical Commission. Bids for construction will be due on December 3rd. This item will come to Parks Board for consideration at the December 10th meeting. San Gabriel Park Staff will kick off the design of the San Gabriel Park improvements on November 20th. City Council approved selling $1.7 of the 2008 Park bonds for the construction improvements at their October 27th meeting. VFW Park -Construction plans are being reviewed by the City planning department. Once approved, the project will be bid and come to the Parks Board in December for approval of a construction contract. Village Parks -Construction on Madrone Park and Rowan Parkin the Georgetown Village are complete. Only items remaining are installation of the BBQ grills and the signs. Williams Drive Pool - Construction contract to be approved at the Parks; Board in November. Parkland Dedication Ordinance Update -Staff has been working with the Planning Staff on updating the ordinance based on the recommendations from the subcommittee; Proposed changes to be brought to the board in the next few months. Emerald Springs Park -ADA accessibility to the park is complete. The playgrounds are being installed by City parks staff. Staffing Updates - Rachel Franks accepted the Recreation Supervisor position and began work on October 26th. Legislative Regular Agenda F Consideration and possible action to approve construction contract for facility renovations at Williams Drive Pool. Eric Nuner stated there was one bid and it was 30%- 40% over what was budgeted. Eric Nuner stated he will be meeting with a consultant on alternative options for construction. Kimberly Garrett stated the option might be rehabbing the current structure which could save a substantial amount of money. Eric Nuner stated the area could be updated to the ADA standard and the electrical, plumbing and decking to be replaced. He stated parking would be reconfigured based on the building location. Bob Johnson asked what the time line is. Eric Nuner stated by May some of the work could be complete not including the parking lot otherwise construction would start in September. G Consideration and possible action to approve a construction contract with Progressive Commercial Aquatics of Manor, TX for maintenance and repairs to Williams Drive Pool. Page 33 of 34 Eric Nuner stated this was a pool related issue and it will be looked at combining this as one item with one vendor. Bob Johnson stated that Kimberly Garrett, Eric Nuner and himself presented information to the Downtown Related Boards and Commission meeting on October 28ih. Eric Nuner presented a conceptual plan for improvements of Founder's Park located at the corner of 9th and Church Street. He stated this area is in the Downtown Overlay District and there are certain restrictions and materials that can be used in the park. Eric Nuner stated there was feedback from the meeting. One group wanted to look at historical significance of the park and use it-asan interpretive area and take the playground out. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board discussed a variety of possibilities for the area. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board would like to see a play structure in this area. Motion made by Glenn Holzer, second by Keith Fruge to proceed with the plan as presented with the play structure. Approved 7- 0 1 Discussion and possible action to approve the minutes from the October 8, 2015 Parks and Recreation Board meeting. Motion made by Keith Fruge, second by Chuck Bridges to approve the minutes from the October 8, 2015 Parks and Recreation Board meeting. Approved 7- 0 Adjourn Adjournment The. meetingadjourned at 7:14pm. Rer't JnluxsOii, Board Cjiair'" e 14 Katherine Kainer, Secretary `. $Ouln, Board Liaison Page 34 of 34