Parks and Recreation Commission
Regular MeetingMurfreesboro, TN · June 2, 2021
Minutes
MURFREESBORO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2, 2021 12:00 NOON
MPRC Members Present: Mr. Eddie Miller, MPRC Chair
Dr. Charlie Apigian, Dr. Gloria Bonner,
Mr. Leroy Cunningham, Mr. Trey Duke, Mr. Rick LaLance,
Mr. Ronnie Martin, Mr. Tim Roediger (Vice-Chair), and
Mr. Don Turner (ex-officio)
MPRC Members Absent: Mr. Ricky Turner
MPRD Staff Present: Mr. Thomas Laird and Ms. Rachel Singer (Asst. Directors)
Mr. Gary Arbit, Ms. Brittany Garrett, Ms. Mitzi Hughes,
Mr. Mark Owens, and Ms. Melinda Tate
After Mr. Eddie Miller called the meeting to order, Dr. Bonner congratulated Mr. Trey Duke
on his doctorate. He thanked her. Dr. Bonner then led everyone in a prayer and in the
Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes of the April 7, 2021, Murfreesboro Parks and
Recreation Commission (MPRC) meeting were next presented for approval. Dr. Bonner
made a motion to approve the minutes as read. Mr. LaLance seconded. Motion passed
by unanimous vote.
Ms. Brittany Garrett presented for approval a new department Lost and Found Policy.
Currently, the various Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department (MPRD) facilities
have their own policies. The policy presented today will be uniform throughout the
department. Mr. LaLance made a motion to approve the Lost and Found Policy as
proposed. Dr. Bonner seconded, and motion passed by unanimous vote.
Mr. Gary Arbit requested to adjust summer and winter weekend hours for the Adams
Tennis Complex to better accommodate patrons. The new winter schedule would be:
Saturdays 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Sundays 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. The new summer
schedule would be Saturdays 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and Sundays 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
The new hours are proposed to start on June 6, 2021, if approved by the MPRC. Mr.
Martin made a motion to approve the new ATC weekend hours. Mr. LaLance
seconded. Motion passed by unanimous vote.
Mr. Arbit also requested to streamline outstanding ATC membership balances to allow
staff to collect membership funds faster and to avoid “large, outstanding membership
balances every month.” Staff would like to streamline payments over four consecutive
months. This change would begin on July 1, 2021, with the commission’s approval. Mr.
Cunningham asked if the staff had any idea how the members will react to the change.
Mr. Arbit said some patrons have heard of the idea. Staff will give them notice if the
payment process is approved today. Dr. Apigian asked how the payments are done now
as compared with the proposed payment plan. Mr. Arbit said the members have been
paying $100 to join and then $50 per month over the next 10 months until the membership
fee is paid. The new plan would involve just four payments of $150 each. Mr. LaLance
pointed out that the membership fee will not change, only the time span for payments.
Mr. Arbit agreed. Mr. Roediger made a motion to approve the streamlined payment plan
for the ATC memberships. Mr. Cunningham seconded. Motion passed by unanimous
vote.
Mr. Laird announced that MPRD would like permission to host the 2022 Miracle League
All-Star Games, which will consist of athletes with disabilities from all over the country.
Murfreesboro was scheduled to host the games in 2021, but the pandemic put plans on
hold until 2022. Mr. Laird explained that hosting the event will give Murfreesboro Miracle
League a chance to show how its league is run. He said that all Miracle Leagues across
the country are not run the same as in Murfreesboro, where there is a video board
showing photos of each player and a walk-up song for each player. Music is played
before and after the games each week, along with music between innings, to keep the
atmosphere exciting for the players. Mr. Laird added that four cities who would like to
build their own Miracle Fields have consulted with MPRD since the Murfreesboro Miracle
League Complex was built.
Mr. Laird informed the commission that there will be costs to host the 2022 Miracle
League All-Star Games. He said that City staff, including Ms. Kelley Baker, Assistant City
Attorney, has been working on an agreement with representatives of the National Miracle
League to designate costs for the City and costs for them for the 2022 event. Mr. Laird
said that the City would be responsible for housing, transportation, event activities, a
banquet, and gift bags. The National Miracle League will be responsible for uniforms and
awards. Mr. LaLance asked when the event would be in 2022. Mr. Laird said it is
scheduled for the second weekend in September 2022. Mr. Roediger asked the
approximate costs involved for the City to host. Mr. Laird said it would be around $50,000
but added that there are funds already earmarked to cover that amount through David
Price’s Project One Four, which has done a great job setting the league up to sustain
itself for many years down the road. Mr. Laird also mentioned that a local committee is
being set up to raise funds toward the City’s total amount due so that the already
earmarked funds can be saved and used for other league expenses. Mr. Roediger asked
if hosting the Miracle League All-Star games would be a one-time event. Mr. Laird said
that the All-Star games are being held in Houston this year and that out of about 100
Miracle Leagues across the country, currently only 67 are big enough to host the event.
He further said that the National Miracle League likes to move the event around, and that
Murfreesboro might not have the opportunity for another 10-20 years.
Mr. Cunningham asked if the local fund-raising committee were currently operational. Mr.
Laird stated that a group had met once to start selecting committee members, which
should be figured out by their next scheduled meeting on July 27th. The group is also
planning to create sponsorship packages and a donor wall for the event. Mr. Cunningham
asked if the MPRC could be updated on the progress after the committee meets. Mr.
Laird said that as soon as the committee has anything to report, he’ll be sure to inform
the MPRC. Mr. LaLance clarified that the MPRC is being asked to approve the agreement
between the City and the National Miracle League with the understanding that there will
be costs for the City, not all known at this time. Mr. Laird said that was correct and
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reminded him that there is already funding available through existing donations, and
additional donations are expected through Project One Four.
Mr. Miller asked if there were a motion to approve allowing MPRD to host the Miracle
League All-Star Games in 2022. Mr. Roediger made a motion to approve hosting the All-
Star Games as explained. Dr. Bonner seconded. Motion passed by unanimous vote.
Mr. Mark Owens, St. Clair Senior Center Superintendent, informed the commission of the
proposed Open House for the Senior Center on June 24, 2021, from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
For the event, there will be door prizes, facility tours, current and future activities and
programs announced, and lunch, plus instructors and center staff available to answer
questions regarding the facility and what it has to offer. Mr. Owens invited the commission
members to stop by to see what is offered at the center on the Open House day. He also
mentioned that St. Clair regularly offers numerous free programs and events for
individuals 60 and over. Mr. Roediger made a motion to approve the Open House as
described. Dr. Bonner seconded, and motion passed by unanimous vote.
Mr. Bart Fite, McKnight Park Superintendent, said that Sports Com had been open since
1987, with construction costs of 2.7 million. He said that the facility was 30,000 square
feet at that time, with another 800-1,000 square feet added in recent renovations. Mr.
Fite mentioned that the outdoor pool is 50 meters or 25 yards (depending on the setup at
the time of use), and the indoor pool is 25 yards X 20 yards. He said that with all the 2020
Covid restrictions, the Sports Com staff took advantage of the closing and made sure the
facility was thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. Also, staff used the available time for
various trainings, such as lifeguard certification, customer service training, and Verbal
Judo Training (conducted by the Murfreesboro Police Department) in which staff was
taught ways to try to deal with irate and difficult customers.
Mr. Fite announced that staff has been happy to see so many patrons coming back into
the facility. He said summer camps will be offered at Sports Com this summer, including
five Sports Camps, three babysitters’ camps, two guard start camps, a cheer camp, and
a volleyball camp. He further said Spring Fling was a big success with people everywhere
out there. He complimented TSSAA for getting all the games in this year, and he
mentioned that the media headquarters was stationed inside Sports Com.
Mr. Fite next explained the Boro Beach (Sports Com’s outdoor pool) situation. He said
that due to slower and slower draining in the wet locker rooms, it was found that the old
cast iron pipes, which had been installed during Sports Com’s construction, were in bad
shape, being all brittle and breaking. The City decided to replace all the old piping with
PVC, but the work is taking longer than first expected. The construction superintendent
says his crew is doing all that he can, working 10 to 12-hour days, and even on some
Saturdays. Staff hopes to open as soon as possible for the patrons. The Sports Com
staff does, however, plan to accommodate four groups at the outdoor pool before the pool
is open to the public. The Sports Camp kids, swim team, lap swimmers, and aquatic
exercise class patrons will be able to use Boro Beach, with a special route to the outdoor
pool being set up in order to keep people out of the wet locker rooms. Mr. Fite added that
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when Boro Beach is ready to open to the public, the news will be advertised in the local
newspaper and on social media. The department hopes the outdoor pool will open soon.
Ms. Melinda Tate announced some of the many upcoming MPRD programs and events.
She said that the Murfreesboro Football League was taking registration now, online and
in person, for youth ages 5-13. Sports Com’s free online fitness classes are still being
offered on Sports Com’s Facebook page. Ms. Tate said that the Movies Under the Stars
program will begin next week with a new movie being shown each week this summer.
Movies will begin at 8:30 and are scheduled as follows: Mondays at Barfield Crescent
Park; Thursdays at Richard Siegel Park; Fridays at Cason Trailhead; and Saturdays at
the Fountains at Gateway. The full list of movies may be found on the City’s website and
on Facebook. Also announced was the upcoming Juneteenth celebration to be held on
three days this year, June 17 (5:30-7:30 p.m.) with Author’s Night; June 18 (4:00-7:30
p.m.) Art Exhibition; and then on June 19 (10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.) at Bradley Academy
Museum and Cultural Center where there will be food, music, and activities. Guardians
of the Greenway (a greenway cleanup program) is still active, and staff would appreciate
help from anyone interested.
Further, Ms. Tate mentioned that there were some MPRD summer camps with openings.
Online and in-person registration (at Sports Com, Patterson, and the main MPRD office)
are available. The Half Marathon’s registration opened yesterday, June 2nd, at 6:00 a.m.
The actual event will be on October 9th, starting at 7:00 a.m., with a 1,500-participant
limit. Three splash-outs for kids 12 and under are scheduled for June 24th (Richard Siegel
Park); July 8th (Barfield Crescent Park); and July 22nd (Old Fort Park) from 1:30-3:00 each
date. The Murfreesboro Fire and Rescue Department will spray the kids and help them
have a great time. Water shoes and swimsuits are recommended, and a parent or
guardian will be required with each child. The annual Boat Day is set for June 26th at the
Manson Pike Trailhead from 9:00 a.m.-noon where there will be instructors available to
show people how to use different types of watercraft. Ms. Tate explained that the Barfield
Hiking Marathon is an activity where participants can hike a total of 26.2 miles throughout
the month of July at the Barfield Crescent Park (on the honor system) and earn a t-shirt
for doing so, if they register for the marathon online or in person. The cost is $15 per
person.
The City Fireworks show will be held July 4th beginning at 9:00 p.m. on Medical Center
Parkway. Spectators can park along that road and in the area to see the show. St. Clair
Senior Center’s patrons have an art exhibit in the City Hall Rotunda going on now through
June 24th. A virtual tour will be available on June 11th as well. Ms. Tate also announced
the Murfreesboro City Job Fair that will be held at McFadden Community Center June 7th
from 1:00-4:00 p.m. for anyone interested in Murfreesboro government jobs. Ms. Tate
reminded everyone that all MPRD’s current and upcoming programs and events are listed
on the City’s website under the Parks and Recreation link and said that there is an
interactive calendar of MPRD happenings on the website for their convenience. People
can just click on a date and see everything there is for that day. Fifteen MPRD Facebook
pages are available as well with various department divisions and their activities listed.
Mr. Miller thanked Ms. Tate for her update and said that MPRD has a great staff which
offers all these exciting programs and activities.
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Mr. Don Turner, who also serves on the City’s Golf Commission, announced that Old Fort
Golf Course is wide open now. He said a lot of new people started playing golf during
2020’s COVID-19 epidemic and that it is actually hard to get tee times sometimes these
days. He additionally said that kids up through age 17 can play golf for free on a 6-hole
course at the Bloomfield Links. He said that PGA Pro Scott Stallings, the Tennessee Golf
Association, private donors, and other sponsors help pay for the kids to play. He hopes
to get the word spread of the free program.
Being no more business, the meeting was adjourned.
Meeting Adjourned: 12:43 p.m.
Minutes Approved:
_______________________________ ________________________________
Eddie Miller, MPRC Chair Nate Williams, MPRD Director
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Agenda
MURFREESBORO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2, 2021 12:00 NOON
Call to Order
Prayer and Pledge
Consider for Approval the Minutes of the April 7, 2021, Murfreesboro Parks and
Recreation Commission meeting.
New Business
I. Consider MPRD Lost and Found Policy
II. Consider Adams Tennis Complex Hours of Operation Adjustments
III. Consider Streamlining Adams Tennis Complex Membership Balances
IV. Consider Miracle League All-Star Games
V. Consider St. Clair Senior Center Open House
VI. Sports Com Update
VII. MPRD Upcoming Events/Programs
Other Business
MURFREESBORO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7, 2021 12:00 NOON
MPRC Members Present: Mr. Eddie Miller, MPRC Chair
Dr. Gloria Bonner, Mr. Leroy Cunningham,
Mr. Rick LaLance, Mr. Ronnie Martin, Mr. Trey Duke,
Mr. Tim Roediger (Vice-Chair), Mr. Ricky Turner, and
Mr. Don Turner (ex officio)
MPRC Member(s) Absent: Dr. Charlie Apigian
MPRD Staff Present: Mr. Nate Williams, Director
Mr. Thomas Laird and Ms. Rachel Singer, Asst. Directors
Mr. Fred Cosby, Ms. Brittany Garrett, Ms. Susan Hicks,
Ms. Mitzi Hughes, Ms. Gernell Jenkins, and Mr. Cody Saffel
Others Present: Ms. Angela Jackson, Exec. Director of Community Services
Ms. Kelley Baker, Asst. City Attorney
After the meeting was called to order, Dr. Gloria Bonner led everyone in a prayer and in the
Pledge of Allegiance. Next, the minutes of the February 3, 2021, Murfreesboro Parks and
Recreation Commission (MPRC) meeting were presented for approval. Mr. LaLance made
a motion to approve the minutes as read. Dr. Bonner seconded, and motion passed by
unanimous vote.
Mr. Williams introduced Mr. Trey Duke, the new City Schools Director and MPRC member.
Mr. Miller welcomed him to the commission.
Ms. Gernell Floyd thanked Ms. Rachel Singer and Mr. Nate Williams for all of their support
with the Patterson Community Center Maintenance Foreman staffing issues in 2020. After
several attempts to get someone secured to the position, Mr. Fred Cosby was hired. Ms.
Floyd was happy to introduce him to the commission members and said that he has the
special skillset needed to handle the position, with over 20 years of experience. Mr. Cosby
said he was glad to be a part of the Patterson Community Center staff.
Ms. Singer also reintroduced a current department employee, Ms. Susan Hicks, and
announced that she has been promoted to Cultural Arts Supervisor. Ms. Hicks will be in
charge of the performing arts and visual arts staff. Ms. Singer added that Ms. Hicks is a
hard worker who has helped the Perform Murfreesboro program grow tremendously since
her time with the department. Ms. Hicks said that she is honored to accept the new position
and glad to continue working with the cultural arts programs. Mr. Miller thanked Ms. Hicks
and said he was looking forward to the upcoming cultural arts programs and events.
The “HeART of Tennessee” item was taken off the agenda. It will be presented another
time.
Ms. Brittany Garrett, Athletic Supervisor, requested tournament fees for the popular sport of
pickleball. She mentioned that each tournament will be broken down by skill level and age.
Staff proposes a fee of $40.00 for participation in one event and $10.00 for any additional
event entered. Tournament t-shirts will be included with the fees, and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place
winners will receive prizes. The tournament events will include Men’s and Women’s Singles,
Men’s and Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. Mr. Roediger made a motion to approve
the tournament fees as presented. Dr. Bonner seconded. Motion passed by unanimous
vote.
Mr. Thomas Laird proposed turf field rental fees for practices and games at Richard Siegel
Soccer Complex. He explained that the fee structure, which includes various rental options,
will offer competitive rates for the use of synthetic turf fields for scheduled games and
practices as the fields become available for use. Mr. Roediger asked if there were any
projections for revenues/expenditures yet. Mr. Laird said that by the end of two years, the
new indoor soccer facility with the other additions (including turf) are expected to be self-
sufficient and give back to the City. He added that the goal is for the facility to pay for itself.
Mr. Roediger recommended that the revenue/expenditure numbers for the soccer complex
be reviewed in six months. Mr. Williams said there are already preliminary numbers for the
two turf fields, and the revenues are up. He said that staff can certainly update the
commission on the field rental monetary impact. Mr. Roediger suggested that the economic
impact of the soccer complex be made available for the public to see.
Mr. Laird said that the economic impact from soccer is significant for the community. He
explained that compared to tennis tournaments which can have up to 500 participants,
soccer can have over 200 teams with 12-15 players for each team and can be 2 or 3-day
events. He said a lot of hotel/motel taxes come in from the overnight stays. He mentioned
that baseball/softball tournaments are sometimes just one day. Mr. Laird said that he would
check numbers with the Chamber and report back to the commission.
Mr. Ronnie Martin stated that he hoped the local soccer teams were not being negatively
affected by the out-of-town teams coming for tournaments, adding that Murfreesboro
certainly wants the new business, but he does not want the local teams to suffer. Mr. Laird
said that the local teams are better suited to the natural grass fields, and amenities for those
areas of the soccer park are in the works. Mr. LaLance reminded the commission that Siegel
Park’s original soccer fields were overused a few years ago, and that’s why the Jordan Farm
acreage was added to the park for additional fields. Mr. Laird stated that there is consistency
across the board for the competitive teams and local leagues. He informed the commission
that all teams have to find their own fields for practices and that there is a true spirit of social
equity among the teams.
Mr. Roediger made a motion to approve the proposed turf field rental fees for practices and
games, and Mr. LaLance seconded. Motion passed by unanimous vote. Dr. Bonner
inquired as to how many teams served local children, since educational, recreational, and
social development are important for all youth. Mr. Laird estimated there are 1,200 local
soccer players per season and 500-600 select players. He also said that the youth
baseball/softball teams serve 2,500-3,000 local kids per season. He said that all MPRD
youth sports, including basketball and football, help to create good citizens. He agreed that
the recreational sports available locally provide health, wellness, and social benefits for the
community’s children. He said the youth gain real-life scenarios by participating in sports.
Mr. Williams stated that Mr. Laird, Ms. Garrett, and Mr. Cody Saffel are all doing well at
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renting the soccer fields with the current limitations during renovations. Mr. Miller said that
there were a lot of good points made in the soccer complex discussion.
Ms. Singer requested approval of greenspace fees for Oaklands and McKnight Parks, which
are structured like those already in place at Cannonsburgh. The proposed greenspace
areas at Oaklands and McKnight Parks are about the same size as the greenspace at
Cannonsburgh, with similar amenities and function. Ms. Singer also reviewed the proposed
fees as follows: ½ day rentals, $125; full day rentals, $200; parking lot with greenspace
rental, $100. Mr. Martin asked if the greenspace rentals would keep the public from using
the other areas in the parks, outside the greenspace areas. Ms. Singer said the public could
still use the areas outside the rented greenspaces. Mr. Martin clarified that the playground
and pavilion at Oaklands Park were not part of the greenspace that will be considered. Ms.
Singer said that was correct and that greenspace at Oaklands Park is where the Old-timers
Baseball group plays. Mr. Martin made a motion to approve the greenspace fees as
presented. Mr. Cunningham seconded. Motion passed by unanimous vote.
Ms. Melinda Tate reviewed upcoming MPRD programs and events. She mentioned that
today was Happy National Walking Day. She then invited the community to the Willie
McGowan Fish Fry and Bake Sale scheduled for April 10th from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at
Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center and to a free Murder Mystery Escape Game
scheduled for April 24th on Civic Plaza from noon until 5:00 p.m. Those interested in the
Murder Mystery game may reserve a time slot for groups of one to four by contacting Helen
Belcher at 615-642-3170 or at hbelcher@murfreesborotn.gov. Ms. Tate announced that
more greenway cleanups were coming up through the Guardians of the Greenway program
on all Thursdays in April from 9:00-10:00 a.m. at various trailheads (trailheads and dates
listed on the City’s website under the Parks and Recreation link). Signups are underway for
the Murfreesboro Track and Field program (ages 9-14); the Youth Volleyball League (ages
17 and under); and for Summer Youth Basketball (ages 13-17). Exciting hikes offered
through the Wilderness Station are scheduled for April 10th (Machine Falls), April 11th and
25th (Spring Spectacular Hikes and Picnics), and April 17th (Burgess Falls). Also available
are free online fitness classes through the Sports Com Facebook page. The Barfield Beach
Party is scheduled for May 7th at 5:00 p.m. at Barfield Crescent Park. MPRD Summer
Camps are about a third full, so parents interested in getting their children signed up for one
or more camps need to register soon, either online or at the main MPRD office, Sports Com
or Patterson Community Center. Ms. Tate additionally announced that Boro Beach (Sports
Com’s outdoor pool) will open on Monday, Saturday, May 29th, and the Boro Beach Bash
will be held on Memorial Day from 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Ms. Tate reminded everyone that
the City’s website has a link to the Parks and Recreation Department where there is an
interactive calendar for people to click on a date to see the MPRD offerings for that day.
Also, she mentioned that the department’s brochure, the Rec Connection, is on the Parks
and Recreation link with current and upcoming MPRC events/activities being listed and that
there are a variety of department Facebook pages available for the public to find out about
MPRD information as well.
Mr. LaLance asked if any of the greenway cleanups have been or are offered for youth
during afterschool hours, such as beginning at 3:30-4:00. Ms. Tate said that those who
would like to help with greenway cleanups at times other than the times already set by the
department, can call the main MPRD office and be directed to someone who can help them
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get set up with a cleanup. Also, Ms. Tate said that businesses and companies frequently
call the department and set up their own dates for their employees to volunteer with
greenway cleanups.
Mr. Ricky Turner asked if there would be a limited capacity due to COVID-19 for the Boro
Beach this summer and if COVID measures would be taken, such as temperatures of
patrons. Mr. Williams said that MPRD will continue to follow state and local COVID protocols
as directed, but temperatures would not be taken and there would not be a limited capacity
for patrons due to COVID. Mr. Miller complimented MPRD staff for all the upcoming
activities.
Mr. Turner also requested an update on the plans for a new park on the west side of the City
since he’s been seeing all the news about the City selling land in the Blackman area, land
that he thought was put aside for a large park with athletic fields. He does not want the
people on the west side of town to be underserved as it pertains to recreation/athletics. Mr.
Williams said that a large park is still planned for the western side of the City, but it may be
more suited to the Franklin Road area rather than the City’s property by 840.
Mr. LaLance explained that Council has been studying the best possible land uses for the
two relevant properties that the City owns in the western area of town, the property by 840
and the Highway 96/Veterans Parkway property. He said that the costs to build a park by
840 came in 20-50 million dollars more than expected and without raising taxes, that was
not going to be practical. Mr. LaLance added that COVID hit next, which set park plans back
some more. He said recent considerations by Council of the two properties have shown that
the Highway 96/Veterans Parkway acreage might be the better site for a large park. Mr.
Martin stated that the 840-area property will have more commercial value than park value
and that the City would like to get the best price/value out of each property. Mr. Martin
mentioned that some people are not seeing the whole story on the potential park site
properties. He said that the original 100 or so acres proposed for a park are not going to be
cut to 15. The Blackman property by 840 is about 120 acres, while the Highway 96 property
is 160 acres. The idea is to have a large park still, but probably at the Highway 96/Veterans
Parkway site, with a small pocket park being possible for the area by 840. Mr. Martin further
shared that the State plans to improve sections of Highway 96 by the potential park site,
which would allow for better accessibility to a park there. Mr. Turner said that he was just
trying to watch out for residents on that side of town. Mr. Williams agreed that a park is still
being considered for the western side of the City, but as Mr. Martin mentioned, the properties
need to be used in a way that the City can get the best investments possible. Mr. Williams
added that the Highway 96 property is a good area for a possible large park.
Meeting adjourned: 12:50 p.m.
Minutes Approved:
_______________________________ _______________________________
Eddie Miller, MPRC Chair Nate Williams, MPRD Director
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. . . creating a better quality of life
May 26, 2021
For Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission:
RE: Lost and Found Policy
Background
With various lost and found policies throughout each facility, MPRD staff has created
one policy for all Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation facilities in order to make it easier
for staff when handling lost and found items.
Fiscal Impact
None.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the commission approve the proposed Lost and Found Policy.
Attachment
Lost and Found Policy
Sincerely,
Brittany Garrett
Athletic Supervisor
Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department
697 Veterans Parkway * P.O. Box 748 * Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37133-0748
Phone 615 890 5333 * TDD 615 849 2689 * www.murfreesborotn.gov
Lost and Found Policy-Facilities
o Found items are tagged and logged.
• Valuable items (i.e. Credit and Debit Cards, Cellphone(s), ID Cards,
Jewelry, Wallets) are put in a secured location.
• All other items will be put in a designated area.
o Facility patrons will be contacted within 24 hours of item(s) being handed in if
identification is on the found items.
o Lost and found items are retained for a period of 30 days at Facility. After 30
days, they will be picked up and stored at a central designated location for 5
more months.
o Unclaimed items are to be donated after the retention period.
• Items will be donated to a non-profit/non-resale organization (i.e.
Greenhouse Ministries).
o Valuable items are to be sent to the Police Department after 30 days.
Note:
Some personal items, including towels, food, beverages, socks, undergarments,
baby bottles, pacifiers, and toiletries may be discarded for sanitary reasons.
. . . creating a better quality of life
May 26, 2021
For Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission:
RE: Hours of operation adjustments at the Adams Tennis Complex
Background
ATC current weekend schedule:
Winter and Summer:
Saturday 8:00-5:00PM
Sunday 11:00-6:00PM
Staff would like to adjust the Saturday hours to 8:00am-6:00pm during the winter
season (October – April) and adjust the Sunday hours to 11:00am-5:00pm during the
summer season (May-September). This schedule would add an additional hour during
our peak season and take away an hour during our slowest indoor times.
The new weekend schedule would be:
Winter:
Saturday 8:00-6:00
Sunday 11:00-6:00
Summer:
Saturday 8:00-5:00
Sunday 11:00-5:00
Fiscal Impact
Staff would be adding approximately eight hours a year to the current schedule.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the commission approve the proposed weekend hours
adjustment for the Adams Tennis Complex. The new hours would go into effect on
Sunday, June 6, 2021, upon commission approval.
Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department
697 Veterans Pkwy * P.O. Box 748 * Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37133-0748
Phone 615 890 5333 * TDD 615 849 2689 * www.murfreesborotn.gov
. . . creating a better quality of life
May 26, 2021
For Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission:
RE: Streamlining Outstanding Balances for ATC Memberships
Background
Currently, the Adams Tennis Complex (ATC) offers a $50 per month payment plan after
an initial down payment is received until memberships are paid off. ATC staff would like
to streamline the payment plan for all memberships to be paid off in four consecutive
monthly payments to cut down on the outstanding balances created with the longer
payment plan. Staff would like the opportunity to try a condensed plan before
eliminating the payment option altogether.
Fiscal Impact
The four-month payment plan would allow staff to collect funds faster and would prevent
the ATC from having large, outstanding membership balances every month.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the commission approve the streamline payment plan for the
Adams Tennis Complex. The new payment plan would go into effect on Thursday, July
1, 2021, upon commission approval.
Sincerely,
Gary Arbit
ATC Facility Supervisor
Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department
697 Veterans Parkway * P.O. Box 748 * Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37133-0748
Phone 615 890 5333 * TDD 615 849 2689 * www.murfreesborotn.gov
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May 26, 2021
For Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission:
RE: Murfreesboro Miracle League All-Star Games
As an item for the agenda of June 2, 2021, Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation
Department, Athletic Division, proposes to host the 2022 Miracle League All-Star
Games.
Background
The City of Murfreesboro and Project 14 have partnered to build the Miracle League
Park, which is home to an official Miracle League Field. Murfreesboro has been
selected to host the 2022 Miracle League All-Stars where 120 Miracle League athletes
from across the United States will participate in an All-Star weekend.
Fiscal Impact
The event will be funded through earmarked funds provided by the Project 14
Foundation and other local partners. In addition, a local committee has been selected
to raise in-kind and monetary donations. Top level donors will have the opportunity to
get their name on the Miracle League Donor Wall located within the park.
Recommendation
To approve the agreement between the Miracle League and the City of Murfreesboro to
host the 2022 Miracle League All Stars.
Sincerely,
Thomas Laird
Assistant Director
Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department
697 Veterans Pkwy * P.O. Box 748 * Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37133-0748
Phone 615 890 5333 * TDD 615 849 2689 * www.murfreesborotn.gov
May 28, 2021
For Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission:
RE: Come See What’s Happening at St. Clair Senior Center (Open House)
As an item for the MPRC Agenda of June 2, 2021, it is recommended that St.
Clair Senior Center hold an Open House on June 24, 2021.
Background
St. Clair will hold its Open House to any eligible Senior (60 plus). The purpose of
this event is to promote to the Community that St. Clair is back to its normal
operations and activities. We will have tables set up for participants to meet our
programmers and instructors, ask questions and gather as much information as
they need.
Fiscal Impact
Total cost will be $1,500 to cover box lunches and advertisement supplies. The
event will be released on social media, fliers, and emails.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the commission approve the June 24th St. Clair Senior
Center Open House.
Sincerely,
Mark Owens
Facility Superintendent
Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department
697 Veterans Parkway * P.O. Box 748 * Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37133-0748
Phone 615 890 5333 * TDD 615 849 2689 * www.murfreesborotn.gov
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