Dripping Springs Ranch Park Board of Directors
Regular MeetingDripping Springs, TX · March 1, 2023
Minutes
DRIPPING SPRINGS RANCH PARK
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
City of Dripping Springs
Ranch Park Event Center, 1042 Event Center Drive
Wednesday, March 01, 2023 at 11:00 AM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
With a quorum of the Board present, Vice Chair Polk called the meeting to order at 11:00 a.m.
Board Members
Terry Polk, Vice Chair
Penny Reeves
Mike Carroll
Board Members absent were:
Todd Purcell, Chair
Pam Owens, Secretary
Staff, Consultants & Appointed/Elected Officials
DSRP Manager Emily Nelson
DSRP Assistant Manger Lily Sellars
Emergency Management Coordinator Roman Baligad
PRESENTATION OF CITIZENS
A member of the public who desires to address the Board regarding any item on an agenda for an open
meeting may do so at presentation of citizens before an item or at a public hearing for an item during the
Board's consideration of that item. Citizens wishing to discuss matters not contained within the current
agenda may do so, but only during the time allotted for presentation of citizens. Speakers are allowed two
(2) minutes to speak during presentation of citizens or during each public hearing. Speakers may not cede
or pool time. Members of the public requiring assistance of a translator will be given twice the amount of
time as a member of the public who does not require the assistance of a translator to address the Board.
It is the request of the Board that members of the public wishing to speak on item(s) on the agenda with a
noticed Public Hearing hold their comments until the item(s) are presented for consideration. Speaker
are encouraged to sign in. Anyone may request a copy of the City's policy on presentation of citizens for
the City Secretary. By law no action may be taken during Presentation of Citizens.
No one spoke during Presentation of Citizens.
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MINUTES
1. Discuss and consider approval of the January 4, 2023, DSRP Board regular meeting
minutes.
A motion was made by Board Member Carroll to approve the January 4, 2023, DSRP Board
regular meeting minutes. Board Member Reeves seconded the motion which carried
unanimously 3 to 0.
BUSINESS
2. Presentation and possible action regarding the DSRP Board Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
recommendation.
Shawn Cox’s staff report is on file. No action was taken.
3. Discuss and consider possible action regarding the Expansion Paving Project and
Temporary Arena.
Emily Nelson presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of the
project per the guidelines outlined by City Engineer Chad Gilpin.
A motion was made by Board Member Reeves to approve the Expansion Paving Project and
Temporary Arena per staff recommendations. Board member Carroll seconded the motion
which carried unanimously 3 to 0.
4. Discuss and consider approval of a Co-Sponsorship with Dripping Springs Helping
Hands regarding Banner Display for the Texas Market Guide Wildflower Spring
Market.
Emily Nelson presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of the co-
sponsorship.
A motion was made by Board Member Reeves to approve a Co-Sponsorship with Dripping
Springs Helping Hands regarding Banner Display for the Texas Market Guide Wildflower
Spring Market. Board member Carroll seconded the motion which carried unanimously 3 to 0.
5. Discuss and consider recommendation regarding a Co-Sponsorship Agreement with
Dripping Springs Ag Boosters for the 2023 Rodeo.
Emily Nelson presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of the
agreement with the condition that staff assist with social media advertising and oversee all
ticket sales.
A motion was made by Board Member Reeves to recommend City Council approval of a Co-
Sponsorship Agreement with Dripping Springs Ag Boosters for the 2023 Rodeo with staff
conditions. Board member Carroll seconded the motion which carried unanimously 3 to 0.
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6. Discuss and consider recommendation regarding a Co-Sponsorship Agreement with
Texas Hill Country Barrel Racing Association.
Emily Nelson presented the staff report which is on file. Staff recommends approval of the
agreement with the condition that it include a clause stating that all media for co-sponsored
events be approved by city staff prior to publication.
A motion was made by Board Member Reeves to recommend City Council approval of a Co-
Sponsorship Agreement with Texas Hill Country Barrel Racing Association with staff
conditions. Board member Carroll seconded the motion which carried unanimously 3 to 0.
REPORTS
The following reports relate to the administration of the Dripping Springs Ranch Park Event Center.
The Board may provide staff direction; however, no action may be taken.
Reports are on file and available for review upon request.
7. Ice Storm Mara Emergency Management Report
Roman Baligad, Emergency Management Coordinator
8. January | February 2023 DSRP Manager Report
Emily Nelson, DSRP Manager
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Dripping Springs Ranch Park Board of Directors for the City of Dripping Springs has the right to
adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any matter as
authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072
(Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074
(Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), and 551.086 (Economic
Development). The Dripping Springs Ranch Park Board of Directors for the City of Dripping Springs may
act on any item listed in Executive Session in Open Session or move any item from Executive Session to
Open Session for action.
The Board did not meet in Executive Session.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
DSRP Board Meetings
April 5, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.
May 3, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.
June 7, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.
City Council Meetings
March 7, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
March 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
April 4, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
April 18, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
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ADJOURN
A motion was made by Board Member Reeves to adjourn the meeting. Board Member Carroll seconded
the motion which carried unanimously 3 to 0.
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Agenda
DRIPPING SPRINGS RANCH PARK
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
City of Dripping Springs
Ranch Park Event Center, 1042 Event Center Drive
Wednesday, March 01, 2023 at 11:00 AM
Agenda
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Board Members
Todd Purcell, Chair
Terry Polk, Vice Chair
Pam Owens, Secretary
Penny Reeves
Mike Carroll
Staff, Consultants & Appointed/Elected Officials
Parks & Community Services Director Andy Binz
DSRP Manager Emily Nelson
DSRP Assistant Manger Lily Sellars
DSRP Events Coordinator Caylie Houchin
City Treasurer Shawn Cox
Emergency Management Coordinator Roman Baligad
Deputy Public Works Director Craig Rice
PRESENTATION OF CITIZENS
A member of the public who desires to address the Board regarding any item on an agenda for an open
meeting may do so at presentation of citizens before an item or at a public hearing for an item during the
Board's consideration of that item. Citizens wishing to discuss matters not contained within the current
agenda may do so, but only during the time allotted for presentation of citizens. Speakers are allowed two
(2) minutes to speak during presentation of citizens or during each public hearing. Speakers may not cede
or pool time. Members of the public requiring assistance of a translator will be given twice the amount of
time as a member of the public who does not require the assistance of a translator to address the Board.
It is the request of the Board that members of the public wishing to speak on item(s) on the agenda with a
noticed Public Hearing hold their comments until the item(s) are presented for consideration. Speaker
are encouraged to sign in. Anyone may request a copy of the City's policy on presentation of citizens for
the City Secretary. By law no action may be taken during Presentation of Citizens.
MINUTES
1. Discuss and consider approval of the January 4, 2023, DSRP Board regular meeting
minutes.
BUSINESS
2. Presentation and possible action regarding the DSRP Board Fiscal Year 2024 Budget
recommendation.
3. Discuss and consider possible action regarding the Expansion Paving Project and
Temporary Arena.
4. Discuss and consider approval of a Co-Sponsorship with Dripping Springs Helping
Hands regarding Banner Display for the Texas Market Guide Wildflower Spring
Market.
5. Discuss and consider recommendation regarding a Co-Sponsorship Agreement with
Dripping Springs Ag Boosters for the 2023 Rodeo.
6. Discuss and consider recommendation regarding a Co-Sponsorship Agreement with
Texas Hill Country Barrel Racing Association.
REPORTS
The following reports relate to the administration of the Dripping Springs Ranch Park Event Center.
The Board may provide staff direction; however, no action may be taken.
7. Ice Storm Mara Emergency Management Report
Roman Baligad, Emergency Management Coordinator
8. January | February 2023 DSRP Manager Report
Emily Nelson, DSRP Manager
EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Dripping Springs Ranch Park Board of Directors for the City of Dripping Springs has the right to
adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any matter as
authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072
(Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074
(Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), and 551.086 (Economic
Development). The Dripping Springs Ranch Park Board of Directors for the City of Dripping Springs may
act on any item listed in Executive Session in Open Session or move any item from Executive Session to
Open Session for action.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
DSRP Board Meetings
April 5, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.
May 3, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.
June 7, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.
City Council Meetings
March 7, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
March 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
April 4, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
April 18, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
ADJOURN
TEXAS OPEN MEETINGS ACT PUBLIC NOTIFICATION & POSTING OF MEETING
All agenda items listed above are eligible for discussion and action unless otherwise specifically
noted. This notice of meeting is posted in accordance with Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's
Texas Codes Annotated. In addition, the Board may consider a vote to excuse the absence of any Board
Member for absence from this meeting.
I certify that this notice of meeting was posted at the City of Dripping Springs City Hall and website,
www.cityofdrippingpsrings.com, on February 24, 2023, at 12:30 p.m.
City Secretary
This facility is wheelchair accessible. Accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for auxiliary aids and
services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting by calling (512) 858-4725.
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