War Memorial Stadium Advisory Board

1 10/18/2024 Peninsula Stadium Authority Monday, October 7, 2024 War Memorial Stadium Conference Room Minutes Attendance Board Members Hampton City Staff Other Guests • Wayne Gomes (C) • Angela King • Chris Bowman • Garth Wallis (S) • • John Jackowski (T) • Melissa Brady Community Baseball • Nick Hobbs • Matt Mitchell • Paul London • • Jerri Patrick • Malik Perry • Randy Price • Ruth Simmons • Jim Wilson (Emeritus) (C) Authority Chair (S) Secretary Members absent (T) Treasurer • Karla Crump (Z) Zoom The meeting was called to order by the Chair at 12:00 p.m. Roll call was conducted, and eight voting members were present; there was a quorum. During the Financial Statement and City Project discussions, two additional members arrived (Malik and Nick, respectively). Minutes A motion to accept the September 9 meeting minutes was made by Randy and seconded by Ruth. All voted and the motion passed unanimously. Treasurer’s Report John presented the Treasurer’s report that included 3 approved expenses totaling $8,166 (two Otis invoices – repairs plus overtime - $7,825 and – monthly service - $276; and a QuickBooks invoice - $65), with a deposit of $1.42 for interest and a balance of $84,071. A copy of the summary report was provided to the secretary. A motion to accept the September month end treasurer’s report will be needed during the November meeting. Bookkeeping Updates After reviewing and discussing the CPA prepared financial statements for Fiscal Year starting July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022, a motion to accept the financial statements was made by Randy and seconded by Jerri. All voted and the motion passed unanimously. The CPA is working on the 2023 and 2024 financial statements.  2 10/18/2024 City Project Update - Locker Room The locker room renovation is underway. Per Matt, an on-time completion is expected. Further updates will be provided on an as needed basis. Seating Safety & Accessibility Patti Parker, the City’s Risk Manager, and Angela met with Hudson & Associates in August and Hudson provided a cost estimate for them to update their 2016 report with respect to recommendations for the stands and ADA seating areas. Hudson estimates it will take $13,840 for them to complete a field survey, provide a preliminary demolition plan, a new plan, and preliminary cost estimate. A motion to authorize the chair to work with the City Attorney’s Office on a sole source contract for Hudson to complete the proposed work at a cost of $13,840 was made by Garth and seconded by Randy. All voted and the motion passed unanimously. Elevator Maintenance As we mentioned briefly at the last meeting, it has come to our attention that our current Otis contract does not include service call repairs. Today, we have two proposals we have received for elevator maintenance and repair. Angela summarized the proposals. The TK Elevator proposal included a lower monthly cost, regular hour service calls at no additional cost, and a lower overtime service call rate, and can be pursued as a cooperative contract. The Board decided to pursue the TK option. A motion to authorize the chair to work with the City Attorney’s Office on a cooperative contract for TK Elevator to provide the elevator services as noted in their proposal and to take such steps necessary to terminate the Otis contract was made by Garth and seconded by Melissa. All voted and the motion passed. Pilots Lease Amendment The Board discussed the extension of the Pilots’ existing lease. The proposed extension is for one year with no other changes. A motion to authorize the chair to work with the City Attorney’s Office to execute the amendment to the lease was made by Garth and seconded by Randy. All voted and the motion passed. Winter Projects 2024/25 Two winter projects have been approved and were funded at a prior meeting - Pitch Clocks at $15k and Padded Outfield Wall at $60k. The Pilots are prepared to proceed with these projects. Garth and Angela briefly updated the Board about potential equipment changes necessary for the Johnson Controls Fire Control Panel. At this time, Johnson Controls is managing the project, and no Board action is necessary. At the November Board meeting, we anticipate reviewing future capital improvement plan projects. Peninsula Pilots Updates The following highlights were provided by the Pilots and Community Baseball, LLC (CB LLC): 2025 Season Outlook Community Baseball is currently talking with several VA Colleges about War Memorial Stadium hosting 2025 Collegiate Level baseball games. Board members recommended that Community Baseball talk with City Convention & Visitor Bureau, Mary Fugere.  3 10/18/2024 2024 Baseball Season Summary • 34-14 Overall record • 1st Half East Division Champions Per game avg: 2,371 • 2nd Half East Division Champions Nine sellouts • Total Attendance: 56,894 Six 80% sellouts Three 2024 MLB Draft Picks, One Free Agent Sign • Carson DeMartini (4th Round Phillies) • Tyler Davis (15th Round Royals) • Michael Caldon (18th Round Orioles) • Kenny Liener (FA Signing; Orioles) Five Former Pilots make MLB Opening Day Roster • Wyatt Langford (Texas Rangers) • Jake Cave (Colorado Rockies) ( Hampton, VA native) • Buck Farmer (Cincinnati Reds) • Josh Winder (Minnesota Twins) • Spencer Horwitz (Toronto Blue Jays) Two Former Pilots make MLB Debut in 2024 • Wyatt Langford (Texas Rangers) • Spencer Horwitz (Toronto Blue Jays) On-Field Statistics • League high team batting average: .285 RBI (277) • Top five in 10 offensive categories SB (112) • Hits (432) OBP (.399) • Runs (330) SLG (.396) Top 5 in 6 pitching categories • ERA (4.59) Hits allowed (361) • Runs allowed (241) BAVG Against (.234) • Strikeouts (378) WHIP (1.41) Accolades • 10 CPL All Star selections • 6 CPL Select game invites who competed against team USA • 10 ALL CPL Team Selections • CPL Manager of the Year: Hank Morgan • 2024 Bud Matheny Award: Hank Morgan • Nominated for CPL Organization of the Year Broadcast • 10,000 viewership on FloSports; accounting for 1/6 of the league’s viewership  4 10/18/2024 Top promotions • 3 Firework shows • Little League Night (300 Little Leaguers) • Little League Challenger Game • Baseball Camp Night (100 youth players in attendance) • Father's Day Catch with Kids • Riverside and Sentara Health Care Night(s) • HCS Teacher Appreciation Night • OPNB Hat Giveaway Night • Towne Bank Seat Cushion Giveaway Night • Bark in the Park Night • Military Appreciation Night (Free to all Active Duty on LAFB) • Thirsty Thursdays and $2 Hotdogs & Beer Wednesdays 20 Corporate Outings • NN Shipyard Interns Kick Off Bash (275) • Team Titan Real Estate (155) • WM Jordan (150) • M. Price Distributors (125) • Morgan Stanley: The Jarrett Group (95) 18 Youth Team or B-Day Parties Corporate Partnerships / Sponsors • Dominion Energy (Presenting Sponsor) • Smiley's Heating & Cooling Dugout Deck (Upper Deck Pavilion) • Sentara Health Care (Peninsula Pilots Post Game Show and Broadcast) • Riverside Health Care and Sports Medicine (Kids Play Area) • Visit Hampton (Pavilion History Walk) • OneLife Fitness (Official Fitness Partner) • The Landing Hotel and Marina (Official Hotel Partner) • Rosie's Gaming Emporium (Ticket Sponsor) • Prime Hydration (Official Sports Drink) • Ghost Energy (Official Energy Drink) • First Team; Hampton Chevrolet (RBI Sponsor) Other Corporate Partnerships Langley Federal Credit Union, OPNB, Bayport, Towne Bank, HRHR, WM Jordan, Tommy Garner Air Conditioning, Ziegler Plumbing, Outback Steakhouse, Mission BBQ, Coletrane & Messersmith Law, Steve Forbes Law, Warwick/NN/Hampton Moose Lodge, Sir Speedy Hampton, Roust & Partners 23 Season Tickets / Box Holders Other Baseball Events at War Memorial Stadium • Home of the NNS Apprentice School Baseball Team – Games and practices • High School games and tournaments • Travel ball games and tournaments • Sanctioned baseball showcases / camps / combines  5 10/18/2024 New Business • None. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 1:10 p.m. Next regular meeting is November 4, 2024, at 12:00 pm at War Memorial Stadium.