Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board Meetings

PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL SERVICES July 10, 2024 ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES Members Present Charlene Rios, Chuck Perry, Troy White, and Brad Harshman Members Absent Rebecca Johnson and Isaac Valdez Staff Present Doug Coutts, Dollie Boyd, Bill Aukett, and Amanda Couden Staff Absent Carrie Hoiness 2024 MEETING ATTENDANCE RECORD Name Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Charlene Rios X C X X E X X Brad Harshman X C X X X X X Chuck Perry X C X X X X X Isaac Valdez X C X X X X E Rebecca Johnson X C X E A E A Troy White X C X A X E X C = Meeting Cancelled X = Present A = Absent E = Excused R = Resigned Call to Order The regular meeting was called to order by Ms. Rios at 6 p.m. Approval of Minutes Mr. Perry moved to approve the minutes dated June 12, 2024. Motion seconded by Mr. White. Motion unanimously approved and passed. Correspondence/Communication/Committee Reports 1. Creative District – Ms. Boyd spoke on the summer concert series, with the most recent concert being at the Red, White, & Boom on July 3rd. A flyer was handed out to the board with the future dates and bands listed for the remainder of the concert series. 2. Arts Committee – Ms. Boyd explained that the last meeting was cancelled. A spot needs to be filled on this board. While steps to do that and scheduling the next meeting are in place, there is currently nothing urgent for the 1% Committee. 3. Code Development & Design Standards Committee – Mr. Coutts shared that there is currently no report for this committee. Museum Update Ms. Boyd shared the museum has brought many families and tourists this summer. The museum’s main gallery opening will feature an artist from Whidbey Island named Dionne Matson. She shared that staff are working on several projects with museum instructors in summer art camp, a booth at the Grant County Fair, and hiring a new communications coordinator. The museum is also sponsoring a photography contest, as well as a mental health art exhibit. Recreation Update Mr. Coutts shared information on pool attendance, season passes, and swim lessons for the Surf ‘n Slide water park. Hiring for building attendants is currently underway for the Larson Recreation Center and Explorer’s Day Camp continues to be at maximum attendance daily. 1 PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL SERVICES July 10, 2024 ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES Parks Update Mr. Aukett shared that aside from the normal routines of their busy season, crews also repaired the heaters in the Surf ‘n Slide’s pool. Crews have also been working on fixing some irrigation lines at several locations. There were questions posed by public members present regarding incorporating pickleball at McCosh Park, which will be addressed at a future meeting when proposal plan is presented. Mr. Aukett addressed some Board member questions about maintenance in our parks by discussing the future for irrigation, watering of our parks, and the crews’ efforts at keeping City parks clean. Director’s Report 1. Events – Mr. Coutts discussed the concert at McCosh Park, and the July 3rd fireworks show, outlining that attendance was good. Mr. Coutts shared the importance of these events on social media postings for community outreach. 2. Projects in Process – Mr. Coutts shared the ice rink chiller repairs are underway, as well as the Dano Park prep for futsal courts. 3. RCO Grant Application – Mr. Coutts shared the current revision of the application, with support letters from community organizations for both Sun Terrace Park and Longview Park. 4. SpringFest Review –Mr. Coutts shared that, following a recap meeting with SpringFest group, collaboration between SpringFest and City departments involved made the event run smoother than previous years. 5. Red, White & Boom Review – Mr. Coutts discussed the collaborative efforts of several departments including the Police and Fire departments for public safety, and utility billing for vendors permits. 6. Park Board Vacancy Update – With the recent vacancy and the previous board member being a part of the arts committee, Mr. Coutts and Ms. Boyd are looking for someone in that area to fill the position. Current Board members’ suggestions were encouraged. Adjournment Mr. Harshman moved to adjourn the meeting. Motion seconded by Mr. White. Motion unanimously approved. The meeting was adjourned at 7:21 p.m. Minutes approved by Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Advisory Board on the 14th of August 2024. By: Amanda Couden Amanda Couden, Customer Service Technician Moses Lake Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 2