Recreation and Parks Board

Parks and recreation meeting minutes February 20th meeting Attendance: Board Chair: Mike Riegel Board members: Marc Mignogna, Drew Heck, Scott Rieland, Heather Hobbs Michael, Ryan McCulley, George Guevara, Councilman Karl Munder Town Staff: Gina Campanile Director of communication and events, Ashley Collier, Parks and special events coordinator, Nancy Hernendez Parks attendant, Brian Johnson Head of Public works Press: Tony Burke Mount Airy Messenger The meeting was called to order at 7:00 with the Pledge of Allegiance The January minutes were approved Chairman’s comments: Chairman Mike Riegel reminded the members about the box and bag bingo this coming Saturday February 22nd at the activities building, doors open at 5:30. He also reminded everyone to fill out the town survey. Council report: Councilman Munder had reported the town council meeting was held on February 3rd, their were several public hearings. There was also a presentation for year of women 2020. Three ordinances were voted on. Staff Report: Twin Arch BBall Repair- Tile piece ordered, did not match returning. Twin Arch BBall Bench: Reviewed think there is a line item in the budget with approval from the mayor Watkins Security Camera: $20,000 after the meeting would need $12,000 to complete the project Scout Page: Town website under parks board, wanted scout pages, Photos of successful projects can be submitted on website Pickleball Tournament: 11 out of 16 teams signed up. Been working with experts to create tournament. 2 sessions one at 9AM and one at 1PM Rails to trails boardwalk project: Joint App submitted to MDE, pushing for late March. POS Grant: Available due in May. Eligible in both counties. Staff evaluating projects New Event Card: Sent to all residents of 21771 New 5k Signs: Evaluating $ in budget Budget: Tightening up numbers ADA Playground: Waiting to hear about community parks grant Summit Ridge ADA Access: Must Do! Senior Playground: Senior swing set, and wheel chair swing Unfinished Business: Spring Allocations: Brian expressed concerns for space needed for rain delays. Can accept rosters to be submitted by the end of the month. Central Sliders are asking for a 90 ft field. Timing is a issue. Board Member Drew suggested to get back to the Leagues before March 1st. Board member Heather suggested getting reps from all the organizations together to work field issues out. Heather made a motion to invite leagues for a workshop, George 2nd, baseball specifically. New Business: Love your park week: April18-26th Ashley went over the upcoming events The meeting was adjourned at 8:16 Scott made a motion Marc 2nd all in favor. The next meeting will be on March 19th at 7:00. Respectfully, Marc mignogna