Parks Board

REGULAR MEETING OF THE LAFAYETTE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD 4:00 pm 21 September 2020 The City of Lafayette Parks and Recreation Board met in regular meeting at 4:00pm, September 21, 2020. The meeting was held via virtual “gotomeeting” which was livestreamed through City of Lafayette’s Youtube channel. The meeting was called to order by Park Board President, Maurie Denney. Board members present were Pat Corey, Dave Mecklenburg and Matt Metzger. Parks Superintendent Claudine Laufman, Parks Director of Operations Jon Miner, Zoo Director Neil Dale, Marketing Manager Samantha Haville, and Recording Secretary Jenny Spencer were present. Also present was Steve Preischel, president of the Wabash Disc Golf Club of Greater Lafayette. All votes will be taken via roll call. Upon motion by Pat Corey, seconded by Matt Metzger, and unanimously carried, minutes of the August 24, 2020 Parks Board meeting were approved. Upon motion of Matt Metzger seconded by Dave Mecklenburg, and unanimously carried, General Fund Claims in the amount of $45,725.45, Non-Reverting Fund Claims in the amount of $27,702.43 for a total of $73,427.88 were approved. Superintendent’s Report  Superintendent Laufman introduced Steven Preischel to give an update of improvements to the McAllister Park Disc Golf Complex. Mr. Preischel also expressed his gratitude to the Parks Department for an exceptional partnership.  Samantha Haville, Marketing Manager, voiced appreciation for group effort with Loeb Stadium event. The press exposure extended to coverage in the Indianapolis Star. An e-newsletter has been developed for Litter Free Lafayette with the first issue going out 9/8/20. Along with Neil Dale a video has been made demonstrating the quality of life in our area. Marketing Intern Bridgett Haro transitioned from seasonal marketing assistant to part-time marketing assistant. Two remote interns (unpaid Purdue students) also started, taking over Social Media responsibilities. Samantha is working with the McAllister team to generate ideas to make up revenue and increase engagement.  Neil Dale, Zoo Director, updated the Board on this year’s Virtual Zoo Run Run. There were 195 participants and 5 cash sponsors with an overall profit of $4200. Boo at the Zoo proposal was approved by Mayor Roswarski and the Tippecanoe County Health Department.  Superintendent Laufman provided project updates on the Penguin Exhibit, Carousel and Memorial Island. We are still waiting on the amended permit needed to bring the Penguins to the Zoo. Concrete is being poured and the shelter Park Board Minutes 9/21/20 Page 1  structure is taking shape. At Memorial Island, curbs are being poured, the pier by the train depot is taking shape and the ADA boardwalk for fishing is also being completed.  Director of Operations, Jon Miner updated on the Loeb Stadium project. Playing field is cleared of equipment, turf to be arriving in the next few weeks. Digging footers for the video board and the flag poles. Still working on permanent power. Communications:  Board: none  Public: none  Written: Response letter to be sent to American Legion Post 11 addressing Loeb Stadium use is included with meeting minutes as well as original letter sent to Park Board. There being no further business to come before the Board, on motion of Matt Metzger, seconded by Pat Corey, and unanimously carried, the meeting adjourned at 4:37pm. _______________________________________ Maurie Denney, Park Board President _______________________________________ Matt Metzger, Secretary Pro Tem ________________________________________ Jenny Spencer, Recording Secretary Park Board Minutes 9/21/20 Page 2