Parks Board

MEETING OF THE LAFAYETTE PARK AND RECREATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING 4:00 pm November 18, 2019 The City of Lafayette Park and Recreation Board met in regular meeting, November 18, 2019, at 4:00pm in the Rush Pavilion in Columbian Park. The meeting was called to order by Park Board President Dave Mecklenburg. Board members present were Pat Corey and Maurie Denney. Parks Superintendent Claudine Laufman, Director of Operations Jon Miner, and Recording Secretary Carlynn Smith were present. Parks staff members present were Mike Perry, Kurt Wolf, Chad Aldridge, Neil Dale, and Samantha Haville. Upon motion by Ms. Corey, seconded by Mr. Denney, and unanimously carried, minutes of the October 21, 2019 regular Park Board meeting were approved. Upon motion by Mr. Denney, seconded by Ms. Corey, and unanimously carried, claims in the amount of $163,961.47 were approved. Superintendent’s Report:  Superintendent Laufman introduced new Marketing Manager Samantha Haville, who then shared information regarding her educational and professional background and experiences.  Superintendent Laufman updated the Board on Phase 3 of the Memorial Island project. Construction documents are 90% complete. Only one bid was submitted for dredging, and because it was considerably higher than anticipated, other options are being considered. An approximate timeline, subject to change, is as follows: Bids accepted in January, opened in February, awarded in March, and construction to begin in April or May.  Jon Miner reported on the Loeb Stadium construction project. Infrastructure work and utility relocation on Main Street are taking longer than anticipated, and the street will likely remain closed through mid-December.  Mike Perry shared an update on work that is underway for the construction of the new playground at McAllister Recreation Center.  Neil Dale reported on a successful 2019 Boo at the Zoo. Weather, attendance, and revenue were all good. He also gave an update on construction progress at the penguin house.  Superintendent Laufman previewed the December meeting, which will include budgets and proposed fee changes. City of Lafayette Controller Tim Clary and Deputy Controller Jeremy Diehl are expected to attend. Park Board Meeting November 18, 2019 Page 1 of 2 New Business:  Upon motion by Mr. Denny, seconded by Ms. Corey, and unanimously carried, Resolution 19-07, approval of sale of Loeb Stadium lockers to Lafayette Jefferson High School. (See Attachment B)  The dates for 2020 Park Board meetings were announced. (See attachment C) There being no further business to come before the Board, on motion by Mr. Denney and seconded by Ms. Corey and unanimously carried, the meeting adjourned at 4:25. __________________________________ David Mecklenburg, Park Board President ___________________________________ Pat Corey, Secretary Pro Tem ____________________________________ Carlynn Smith, Recording Secretary Park Board Meeting November 18, 2019 Page 2 of 2