Recreation Commission

FREDERICKSBURG RECREATION COMMISSION Minutes of April 18, 2013 The April meeting of the Fredericksburg Recreation Commission was held on Thursday, April 18, 2013 at Maury Commons. The meeting was called to order at approximately 7:05 p.m. Present: Commissioners: Marcus Tepaske, Tim Duffy, Malvina Kay (arrived late), Matt Kelly, Ken Kroko, Gary Olsen and Susan Tyler. Absent: George Foster and Calvin Glover. Also in attendance: Dr. Antozzi and Patricia Sparks. I. Approval of Minutes: The minutes of March 21, 2013 were unanimously approved with the following correction: Riverfront Park – Complete the following actions before any Riverfront Park plan is implemented: Identify potential funding – exclusive of the General Fund. II. Public Comment: None. III. Communications from the Director: The Commissioners reviewed the following reports: Financial Report – March 2013 Sports Report – March-April 2013 Leisure Report – April-May 2013 Follow-Up Report – February 2013 IV. Noteworthy Dates: The Commissioners reviewed upcoming programs and trips. V. Old Business: A. Pathways – Dr. Antozzi reported that there continues to be a punch list for the Heritage Trail. Prep work for the bridge on Fall Hill Avenue has begun. Construction for the Virginia Central Railway Trail (VCRT) began April 15, 2013. The City web page now has pictures and a map of the VCRT. Dr. Antozzi reported that the trailhead is near the Irish Pub on Lafayette Boulevard. Completion date is scheduled for December,2013. B. Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation Partnership – Dr. Antozzi reported that he has not received the agreement that he had requested from the Foundation. No one from the Foundation has responded to his emails. No new information to report. 1  C. Riverfront Park – Commissioner Kroko reported that the Riverfront Park Task Force met on April 10, 2013. John Tippitt spoke to the Riverfront Task Force Committee on the development of the Riverfront Park and the concerns with the river. The next Riverfront Park Task Force meeting is scheduled for May 22, 2013. D. Idlewild Park – Dr. Antozzi reported that both the Idlewild Community and the City has contacted Ryland Homes to find out when the proposed park area will no longer be used for a staging area for construction vehicles and equipment. E. Player Concussion Procedure Policy – The Commissioners discussed the Player Concussion Procedure Policy. The Commissioners requested a revised motion statement. Concerns discussed included the responsibilities of the Parks and Recreation staff, coaching staff, and the parent of the child that may have an injury. The parent involvement will determine the course of action taken. The policy will be reviewed at the May 16, 2013 meeting. New Business: A. Commission Vacancies – A letter was written by Commissioner Foster to City Council requesting the reappointment of Commissioner Kroko for a third term and Commissioner Glover to his first full term. We are currently waiting to hear from City Council. VII. Commission Concerns and Topics: Commissioner Tyler asked if the tables in Room 1 at the Dorothy Hart Community Center could be put up at night. In addition, it appears that we are storing tables in Room 1 against the wall and they could slide down to the floor and possibly hurt someone. Please have the air conditioning on for exercise classes. Commissioner Olsen announced that the windscreens are up at the tennis courts. Commissioner Tepaske asked about the signs stating the closing times for the City parks. There seems to be a discrepancy between daylight savings and winter/summer hours. Dr. Antozzi stated that he would check on the signs. _____________________________ ______________ Dr. Robert Antozzi, Director Date Next Meeting May 16, 2013, 7:00 p.m. at Maury Commons, Suite 111. 2