Parks and Recreation Commission
Regular MeetingMurfreesboro, TN · January 5, 2022
Minutes
MURFREESBORO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 5, 2022 12:00 NOON
MPRC Members Present: Mr. Eddie Miller, Chair
Dr. Gloria Bonner, Mr. Leroy Cunningham, Mr. Trey Duke,
Mr. Ronnie Martin, Mr. Tim Roediger, Vice-Chair,
Mr. Ricky Turner, and Mr. Don Turner (ex officio)
MPRC Member(s) Absent: Mr. Rick LaLance
MPRD Staff Present: Mr. Nate Williams, Director
Mr. Thomas Laird and Ms. Rachel Singer, Asst. Directors
Mr. Gary Arbit, Ms. Allison Davidson, Mr. Bart Fite,
Mr. Lareko Flowers, Mr. Kyle Goss, Ms. Susan Hicks,
Ms. Kristin Hopkins, Ms. Mitzi Hughes, Dr. Gernell Jenkins,
Ms. Priscilla Murray, Ms. Melinda Tate, & Ms. Dawn Thomas
Other(s) Present: Ms. Kelley Baker, Asst. City Attorney
After Mr. Miller called the meeting to order, Mr. Ricky Turner led the commission in a prayer
and in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mr. Miller next presented the minutes of the November 3,
2021, Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission (MPRC) meeting for approval. Dr.
Bonner made a motion to approve the minutes as read, and Mr. Martin seconded. Motion
passed by unanimous vote.
Dr. Gernell Jenkins introduced Mr. Lareko Flowers to the commission. She said that he
made a great impression as a part-time employee at Patterson and will now be filling the
position of full-time Assistant Recreation Coordinator there. Mr. Flowers thanked the City,
MPRD, and Dr. Jenkins for giving him the opportunity for the position and for allowing him
to continue making an impact on the kids.
Mr. Williams referred to the department’s five-month finance report and mentioned that it
had been a good year, so far, the busiest across the board. Mr. Cunningham said he was
coming up on a year with the MPRC and that he appreciated the report and being updated
on how MPRD is doing.
Mr. Williams next presented for approval a revised department Facility Holiday and Hours
Calendar. He pointed out that the main changes were to the Christmas Eve and New Year’s
Eve closing hours for the following recreational facilities: Patterson, Sports Com, Adams
Tennis Complex, and the St. Clair Street Senior Center, which will close at noon on
Christmas Eve and at 5:00 p.m. on New Year’s Eve. In the past, there have been varying
closing times among the facilities. With the changes, the closing times can be consistent
across the board. Dr. Bonner made a motion to approve the revised facility holiday hours
for 2022 as presented. Mr. Roediger seconded, and motion passed by unanimous vote.
Mr. Kyle Goss, Aquatics Coordinator, requested approval to change fees at Sports Com’s
Boro Beach for private rentals in order to increase summer revenues by an estimated
$2,000. The current rate is $400 ($350 - city residents) for a 2-hour rental with up to 175
patrons. Included in the rental would be all the slides, play features, rock wall, diving boards,
and 9 lifeguards. The proposed fees for said private rentals is $450 ($400 - city residents).
Mr. Duke made a motion to approve the Boro Beach private rental fee increase. Mr.
Cunningham seconded. Those voting “yes” were: Dr. Bonner, Mr. Cunningham, Mr. Duke,
Mr. Martin, Mr. Miller, and Mr. R. Turner. Mr. Roediger opposed the motion. Motion passed
by a majority vote.
Ms. Kristin Hopkins, Outdoor Murfreesboro Natural Resource Manager, requested approval
to hire a professional ornithologist on a six-month basis to “conduct regular and thorough
bird surveys for three designated” MPRD natural areas in order to help develop complete
and informed management plans for the natural areas. Ms. Hopkins’ staff has already
conducted numerous plant surveys; however, solid data is needed for wildlife species in the
pinpointed areas. She explained that plant and animal interactions are vitally important in
any ecological study and that birds are an excellent bioindicator species because they are
all around, studied widely, and susceptible to environmental conditions.
Dr. Bonner asked which three sites have been selected for the bird surveys. Ms. Hopkins
said the sites would be: Murfree Spring, Sinking Creek at Oaklands Park, and either Old Fort
Park or Gateway Island. Mr. Ricky Turner asked what kind of salary the professional would
receive. Ms. Hopkins stated the ornithologist would get $20/hour for 20-26 hours a month
over the six-month period, which will include data organization. Ms. Singer explained that
the ornithologist would be hired through a Professional Services Agreement. Mr. Roediger
asked if the state might have someone who could conduct the surveys. Ms. Hopkins and
Ms. Singer said that the State did not have the staffing or time to do the intensive studies
needed. Mr. Duke asked if outside agencies have been brought in before to help with
studies/surveys. Ms. Singer said the natural resource team is new and has not used outside
services yet. She further stated that the current staff does not have the knowledge to do the
studies/surveys themselves. Mr. Williams stated that the MPRD budget includes funding for
surveys/studies.
Mr. Martin said that his understanding of the requested bird studies/surveys is that the work
will help staff categorize what birds are present and absent in the specified areas in order to
get an idea of how those environments should be managed to attract birds that are supposed
to be there naturally. Ms. Hopkins agreed. Dr. Bonner thought the research/studies could
be a unique opportunity to see if this type of information might be incorporated into the
curriculums of the local schools so that more young people might be exposed to a new
career path. Ms. Hopkins said that there has already been interest expressed by several
youth regarding the field.
Mr. Cunningham asked if the department foresees the need to hire someone to continue the
survey work if the initial work proves to be of value to the community. Mr. Williams said that
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staff is not anticipating the need to hire someone to do ongoing studies. During the
professional study, which is expected to last three years (six-months at a time), staff hopes
to gain the necessary knowledge to conduct their own studies as needed in the future.
Mr. Roediger mentioned that environmental deficits could be due to factors that are apparent
statewide, not just in the MPRD natural areas. Ms. Singer said that birds are a vital part of
the food chain, and the data from local bird surveys could help the ornithologist and staff to
determine what is on track in the park environments and what might be missing. Ms. Singer
added that the surveys will give a good snapshot of what is happening environmentally within
the designated park natural areas so that a management plan can be put into place in order
to restore the areas to their natural environments. Mr. Roediger stated that he’d like to see
the survey data, and Ms. Hopkins said that the Outdoor Murfreesboro staff could provide
regular updates to the commission. Mr. Martin made a motion to approve the hiring of the
professional ornithologist as requested. Dr. Bonner seconded, and motion passed by
unanimous vote.
Ms. Singer introduced Ms. Dawn Thomas, the new full-time Facility Coordinator for the
Wilderness Station. She added that Ms. Thomas has worked for Outdoor Murfreesboro on
a part-time basis for the past five years doing program instruction and specializing in animal
care. Ms. Singer said the department is lucky to have her.
Ms. Thomas thanked Ms. Singer and said she was happy to take on the position. Ms.
Thomas then presented the next agenda item for approval: the first Nature in the Wild Art
Show and Fair at the Wilderness Station set for Saturday, February 26, 2022. Artwork
inspired by nature, whether in theme or medium, is being sought for the show. A fee of $25
is being requested of each artist, with only one table allowed per artist to display and sell
their work due to limited space; only 12 table spots will be available for artists this first time.
Fees will help offset costs for the event. Staff hopes to offer the event annually to give the
community an inside event to attend during wintertime. Dr. Bonner made a motion to
approve the art show and fair along with the requested fee. Mr. Duke seconded, and motion
passed by unanimous vote.
Ms. Allison Davidson, Sports Com Fitness/Wellness Coordinator, requested approval to
offer her already established Ultimate Babysitters’ Club to community groups. The
Babysitters’ Club has been offered for years as a weeklong summer youth camp at Sports
Com and has been very successful. Babysitting safety, basic childcare, basic first aid, CPR
and AED skills are included in the classes. Due to the popularity of the classes, several
community groups/agencies have asked if the Babysitters’ Club could be offered to their
groups in modified versions of one or two-day programs, rather than for a week at a time.
Ms. Davidson stated that the fees would only be requested to cover the cost of materials
needed in the classes. She proposed the following two fee options:
Option One: Single-day Babysitting class: $75 for 5 participants
Option Two: Two-day Babysitting and CPR/AED/BFA: $160 for 5 participants
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Mr. Duke asked if the various agencies requesting the classes are nonprofit. Ms. Davidson
said that they are. Mr. Roediger made a motion to approve the private offerings of the
Ultimate Babysitters’ Club along with the two fee options presented. Dr. Bonner seconded.
Motion passed by unanimous vote.
Ms. Priscilla Murray, McFadden Assistant Program Coordinator, requested approval of a
Daddy-Daughter Dance to be held at Patterson Community Center on Saturday, February
12th, from 6:00-8:00 p.m., with a fee of $15.00 per couple, and $5.00 for each additional girl
registered with a couple. The “dads” can be any adult male role models for the participating
girls. The event will include music, poetry, food, photo booths, and various activities to allow
the participants to gain memories to cherish for a lifetime. Dr. Bonner mentioned that there
has been a lot of research indicating how positive daddy-daughter bonding can be. She
said the event was very commendable and suggested that staff look into continuing the
event. Ms. Murray agreed that staff hoped to offer the dance annually. Mr. Cunningham
made a motion to approve the dance as presented. Dr. Bonner seconded. Motion passed
by unanimous vote.
Ms. Melinda Tate, Marketing Coordinator, announced MPRD events/programs. She said
that Sports Com’s free online fitness classes, which have been available since the pandemic
started, are still a huge success. They can be found on Sports Com’s Facebook page. Ms.
Tate invited all to attend the annual Polar Bear Plunge at Sports Com on Saturday, January
8th. An Arctic Adventure will start in the gym at 8:30 a.m., where games, snacks, and a
costume contest will be held. The actual plunge will start at 10:00 a.m. Immediately
following the plunge, participants may head to the indoor pool to get warm, if they so choose.
The admission will be donations to Special Olympics or canned food for Greenhouse
Ministries. Ms. Tate announced that the Buy One, Get One Free sale for individual monthly
and yearly passes would be going on at Patterson and Sports Com through January 16th (at
5:00 pm). Also coming up is the Saturday Sampler Class at Patterson on January 8th, where
different kinds of exercise classes will be showcased, and patrons can pick which ones
they’d like to participate in. Just a facility pass will get those interested into the class. For
the MLK Day of Service events, there will be three events. One will be the “Pack the Packs
Sort-a-Thon” at Patterson on January 17th where volunteers and staff will fill backpacks with
donated food items for school kids. Next there will be a Career Expo at Patterson on
Thursday, January 20th, from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. where there will be 20-30 employers
present. And the last Day of Service event will be a workshop at Patterson on Tuesday,
January 25th, called, “Make Every Dollar Count.” Participants can attend for free and learn
how to keep up with where their money goes.
Ms. Tate invited everyone to visit the Photography Exhibit titled, “Six Decades, Five
Continents, One Eye,” by Walter Lecroy in the City Hall Rotunda January 11 – February 24,
2022. She also mentioned that at Cannonsburgh, there would be a winter crafting class to
make Wooden Spoon Snowmen on January 13th and Toddler Adventures on January 27th
for ages 5 and under. She added that Outdoor Murfreesboro was offering Nature Journaling
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on January 13th for ages 7 and up and a Wetlands Day Walk at Murfree Spring Wetland on
February 3rd for ages 6 and up. Further, Ms. Tate announced that the Spring Adult Softball
Meeting for team representatives is set for February 27th at McFadden Community Center
at 2:00 p.m.
Coming up as well are a variety of activities and programs for seniors through the St. Clair
Senior Center, including trips in the U.S. and abroad. The Senior Center has karaoke lined
up twice in January and February, and beginning on January 10th, there will be a six-week
course at the center called, “Eat Well, Feel Well, followed by “In the Garden” on January
16th, “Senior Feud” on January 20th, and “Ultimate Bingo” three times in January and
February. Ms. Tate invited anyone interested to check out all the MPRD offerings at
www.MurfreesboroParks.com. She also reminded the public and commission that there are
15 different MPRD Facebook pages with lots of information as well.
Mr. Miller said that the regular agenda of the MPRC was complete, and he asked if anyone
had something to add under “Other Business.” Mr. Don Turner said that he wanted to
answer Mr. Leroy Cunningham’s questions from the last MPRC meeting regarding the free
Youth Golf program. He announced that everyone (golf staff and Golf Commission) was
pleased with how the first year of the program worked out, with 430 kids signing up initially
and 650 actually getting to participate for free. Mr. Turner added that 70 other kids took
lessons on Saturdays with Ms. Emily Miller. Mr. Turner also mentioned that those involved
in offering the free program for kids planned to continue as long as possible and that funding
was already in place for ten years. Mr. Turner further said that Mayor McFarland hosted an
Invitational Golf Tournament at the Stones River Country Club in October as a fund-raiser
for the Kids Play Free program. Mr. Turner did not know the amount raised, but he had
heard the amount was substantial. Mr. Leroy Cunningham thanked Mr. Turner for his
information and stated that the program sounded good on paper and turned out to be a
fantastic program. Mr. Cunningham added that he hopes the commission can help get the
word out on the program for this summer. Mr. Turner agreed that more advertising was
needed. Mr. Miller complimented Mr. Turner on his information. Being no more business,
the meeting was adjourned.
Meeting adjourned: 12:46 p.m.
Minutes approved:
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Mr. Eddie Miller, MPRC Chair Mr. Nate Williams, MPRD Director
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Agenda
MURFREESBORO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 5, 2022 12:00 NOON
Call to Order
Prayer and Pledge
Consider for Approval the Minutes of the November 3, 2021, Murfreesboro Parks and
Recreation Commission meeting.
New Business
I. Introduction of Lareko Flowers
II. MPRD Finance Report
III. Consideration of 2022 MPRD Facility Calendar
IV. Consideration of Boro Beach Fees
V. Consideration of Professional Bird Species Survey
VI. Consideration of Nature in the Wild Art Show and Fair
VII. Consideration of Community Babysitting Program
VIII. Consideration of Daddy-Daughter Dance
IX. Greenway Renaming Discussion
X. Update on MPRD Programs and Events
Other Business
MURFREESBORO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2021 12:00 NOON
MPRC Members Present: Mr. Eddie Miller, Chair
Dr. Gloria Bonner, Mr. Leroy Cunningham, Mr. Ronnie Martin,
Mr. Tim Roediger, Vice-Chair, Mr. Ricky Turner, and
Mr. Don Turner, ex officio
MPRC Members Absent: Mr. Trey Duke and Mr. Rick LaLance
MPRD Staff Present: Mayor Shane McFarland (for award presentations)
Mr. Nate Williams, Director
Mr. Jim Davis (for awards presentations)
Mr. Thomas Laird and Ms. Rachel Singer, Asst. Directors
Mr. Gary Arbit, Mr. Bart Fite, Ms. Brittany Garrett,
Ms. Laura Grissom, Ms. Susan Hicks, Ms. Mitzi Hughes,
Dr. Gernell Jenkins, Mr. Mark Owens, and Mr. Mark Saltalamachia
Other(s) Present: Ms. Katie Driver, City Staff Attorney
After Mr. Eddie Miller called the meeting to order, Dr. Gloria Bonner led everyone in a prayer
and in the Pledge of Allegiance. She also welcomed one of her former students, Mr. Mark
Saltalamachia, to the meeting.
Mr. Williams announced that staff was happy to have Mayor McFarland at the meeting to help
present MPRD’s recently earned Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association awards. Mr.
Williams said that the number of awards being offered this year were less than in past years
and that the ones awarded to MPRD this time mean even more due to that.
Awards were as follows:
1) Marketing Award – Melinda Tate (not present) – Accepted by Rachel Singer
2) Arts Award – Priscilla Murray for mural project at McFadden
3) Award of Excellence – Kristin Hopkins – for outstanding resource management
4) Maynard Glenn Award – Mark Owens (Senior Center) for most outstanding recreation
program of the year
5) Wayne Hansard Award – Jason Lowe for demonstrating excellence in maintenance of
parks, facilities, and/or grounds
6) Donald H. Stanton Award – Patterson Community Center for community center
determined to have had the best overall program – Accepted by Gernell Jenkins
7) Wellness Award – Laura Grissom – for her focus on physical activity, fitness, and
wellness programs, policies, and activities at the Senior Center
8) Public Relations Award – to MPRD for theme “Do More of What Makes You Happy” –
accepted by Rachel Singer for Melinda Tate
Mr. Miller said that the hard work of all the staff shows and that MPRD’s parks and facilities are
second to none.
Mr. Miller next presented the Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission minutes from
the August 4, 2021, meeting. Mr. Ronnie Martin made a motion to approve the minutes as
read. Dr. Bonner seconded, and motion passed by unanimous vote.
Mr. Bart Fite, McKnight Park Superintendent, presented for approval the annual Buy One, Get
One Free monthly and yearly pass deals for Sports Com and Patterson Community Center,
which are to run December 13, 2021 – January 16, 2022. Mr. Fite explained that due to Covid,
Sports Com and Patterson both took big hits in 2020. He added that staff at both facilities
worked with patrons on a case-to-case basis to get their pass dates extended due to the
pandemic in order for them to use the facilities as intended. Mr. Fite informed the commission
of several popular events held at McKnight Park (where Sports Com is located). He said that
a Bacon Festival and Fall Festival were recently held, as well as ongoing Miracle League
games and various other ball games and tournaments. Also, the annual Puppy Plunge was
held in September with over 200 dogs present. Mr. Fite announced that the annual Customer
Appreciation Day at Sports Com was set for December 10, 2021, from 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.,
and he invited all the commission members to stop by Sports Com to join in. He further invited
everyone to attend the Polar Bear Plunge on Saturday, January 8, 2022, at the Sports Com
Outdoor Pool, Boro Beach. Mr. Fite mentioned that festivities before the plunge would be held
in the Sports Com Gym starting at 8:30 a.m., with the actual plunge at 10:00 a.m. Mr. Fite
provided a revenue report for the holiday specials from past years and a list with facility prices
for the commission to review at their convenience. Mr. Miller thanked Mr. Fite for his
information and asked if there were a motion to approve the new BOGO sale for this season.
Dr. Bonner made a motion to approve the BOGO sale as requested, and Mr. Tim Roediger
seconded. Motion passed by unanimous vote.
Changes to the Adams Tennis Complex (ATC) nonmember daily fee and nonmember court
bookings were requested by Mr. Gary Arbit on behalf of ATC staff. Mr. Arbit explained that the
daily nonmember guest fee at the ATC is currently $10.00, with the opportunity for nonmembers
to book courts seven days a week. Staff would like to increase the nonmember guest fee to
$15.00 per day and limit their bookings to Friday through Sunday. Mr. Arbit stated that the
overall value for members would be increased if members could book courts exclusively
Monday-Thursday each week, without having to compete with nonmembers for courts. Staff
would like the changes to be implemented January 3, 2022, after the public is notified.
Mr. Cunningham asked if nonmembers could just walk into the facility and book a court. Mr.
Arbit said that courts are not available for them to do that. He added that many nonmembers
currently book courts before members can. He also mentioned that with the booking changes,
nonmembers could still use a court on weekdays if they are guests of a member who has
booked a court.
Mr. Roediger asked what the annual ATC membership fees were and the number of members.
Mr. Arbit said: $600 for family; $450 for individuals; and $250 for college, youth, and military
patrons, with close to 900 members. Mr. Martin asked if weekend rentals were more intense.
Mr. Arbit said that Mondays through Thursdays were actually busier. Mr. Cunningham asked
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if there had been any discussions about expanding the facility. Mr. Arbit said that there have
been some discussions, but any expansions would probably be 5 – 10 years off. Mr. Nate
Williams said that staff is currently trying to manage the supply and demand issues and boost
the value of the memberships. Mr. Williams also mentioned that 24 outdoor tennis courts are
available at Old Fort Park for nonmembers to use for free if they cannot get courts Monday-
Thursday at the ATC.
Mr. Cunningham asked if staff had any idea how the nonmembers will react to the changes.
Mr. Arbit said that staff hopes they’ll become members, although there will probably be some
pushback. He further said that staff hopes to alleviate the members’ complaints about not being
able to reserve courts during the week and that the nonmembers will take advantage of the
weekend slots. Mr. Martin asked how many indoor courts there were. Mr. Arbit said there are
eight.
Mr. Roediger asked who the ATC was competing with and if Mr. Arbit’s request does not pass,
does staff foresee losing memberships. Mr. Laird said there isn’t any competition right now.
Mr. Williams explained that the facility will risk losing memberships if members cannot acquire
courts. Mr. Laird said nonmembers also have opportunities to use the ATC through clinics and
lessons and that most of the nonmembers are from out of town and use the facility once or
twice a week. Mr. Roediger did not think it was a good idea to restrict court time for
nonmembers and raise their guest fee 50%. Mr. Cunningham again suggested that discussions
to expand the facility be considered. Mr. Williams said that the City could probably double the
courts and still have the same issue.
Mr. Williams went on to explain that the ATC staff works to help the members gain the value of
their memberships and that the ATC was set up under a business model to encourage families
to buy memberships. It was not set up to be a pay-as-you-come facility. Mr. Williams stressed
that staff believes the best balance at this moment for the ATC would be to limit the nonmember
court booking days and increase their daily guest fee, which should boost the value of
memberships by allowing members seven days to book courts. He further explained that the
ATC staff does a tremendous job of being pulled different directions because they must work
with MTSU staff, a number of tennis pros, and the public.
Mr. Laird said that several area tennis facilities, in Franklin and Nashville, have closed over the
last few years, and many of their former patrons are now using the ATC, which is “the best
game in town.” Mr. Laird informed the commission that the reason the doors closed at the
other facilities is because they did not have a sound business model. Mr. Laird announced
that the gold standard for tennis is $100,000 per court, which the ATC meets. He further
mentioned that there are only four facilities in the country that meet that standard, which comes
from being member driven. He also said that when the ATC first opened, most patrons were
members. The recent influx of out-of-town tennis players is keeping the current ATC members
from getting courts when needed. Mr. Laird shared that staff tries “to preserve the integrity of
the facility and the business model created (by City staff and the Tennis Committee) while
providing incentives for members and opportunities for nonmembers to use the ATC.”
Mr. Cunningham suggested a tiered fee schedule for the ATC with out-of-town patrons paying
more. Mr. Williams said that staff is currently discussing such a scenario and does have
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instances across the department already where fees are discounted to City residents. Mr.
Cunningham asked why that wasn’t done when the facilities opened. Mr. Laird explained that
for facilities such as the ATC to be sustainable, they need government backing and
memberships. He also stated that staff and City representatives visited various tennis facilities
around the country before the ATC opened, and the ATC based their current business practices
on the best model that they had seen. Mr. Laird said private facilities don’t succeed with only
nonmembers. He further mentioned that the City is in partnerships with MTSU and MTSU
Foundation, which come into play concerning the operation and use of the facility. Mr. Miller
asked what other facilities charge their nonmembers. Mr. Arbit said that nonmember fees in
other facilities range from $10 - $15, and the ATC has charged nonmembers $10 per visit since
its opening. Mr. Roediger asked if they could consider a $10 nonmember fee for city residents
and a $20 fee for noncity residents. Mr. Williams said that he understands the commission
would like fee options to be considered sooner rather than later, and he and staff will try to
have a fee schedule for the commission to review by early 2022.
Mr. Martin said that he appreciated the spirit of conversation today and would be more
concerned about the nonmember changes that are being requested if there were no additional
courts for nonmembers to use. He said as an individual he would be willing to pay a
membership fee to use the ATC if he really wanted to play there and would understand the
restrictions placed on nonmembers for court use.
Mr. Miller asked if there were a motion to accept the court booking changes and fee increase
for nonmembers. Mr. Martin made a motion to approve said requests, but he added that it is a
concern to him to have both changes at the same time. He believes people adapt better to
less changes at once. Mr. Turner seconded. Those voting yes were: Mr. Ronnie Martin, Mr.
Ricky Turner, Dr. Gloria Bonner, Mr. Leroy Cunningham, and Mr. Eddie Miller. Mr. Tim
Roediger opposed the motion. Motion passed by a majority vote.
Ms. Rachel Singer explained that after many years of great parade organizers, MPRD was
taking the lead for the Murfreesboro Christmas Parade this year, with the help of the Exchange
Club, WGNS, and Rutherford County Amateur Radio Emergency Services, and various other
groups. She said that the theme will be “The Spirit of Christmas,” and the parade was
scheduled for December 12th at 2:00 p.m. Those interested in participating in the parade may
register online. Ms. Singer said that staff requested the commission’s approval for a $10 fee
per entry to help offset parade costs. Ms. Singer said that registration for the parade had to
open prior to today’s meeting, and staff is retroactively seeking approval for the entry fee. Dr.
Bonner asked about how many entries are usually in the parade. Ms. Singer said there were
70 or so most years, with 47 entries as of this morning. Dr. Bonner made a motion to approve
the $10 per entry fee for the parade. Mr. Cunningham seconded, and motion passed by
unanimous vote.
Mr. Laird announced that LED lights are now at the six Jordan Farm soccer fields and that
Murfreesboro Soccer Club has been using the fields while turf work is being done at the other
soccer fields. He added that a contract is in the works for a restroom facility to be added at the
Jordan Fields too. Mr. Laird also informed the commission that there is a contract for new
fencing to be added at the McKnight Park 4-field ball complex, including new net backstops
like at the high schools that will allow for good visibility. Further, Mr. Laird mentioned that the
City has advertised to replace the StarPlex playground which is original to the ballpark (about
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25 years old). He added that because of the playground’s unique footprint, staff is using a
different purchasing style this time and has advertised for companies to design a playground
that keeps the feel of the unique footprint. The bid lists a specific amount of money that the
companies must work with. Staff is looking forward to the submittals.
Ms. Susan Hicks, Cultural Arts Coordinator, introduced the new theater Assistant Program
Coordinator, Mr. Mark Saltalamachia. He announced that he had been an educator for over
30 years, working in theater education and as a coach. He added that it was time to get out of
the classroom, but he was looking forward to continuing his work in the theater. Mr.
Saltalamachia said he was excited to be with MPRD and invited everyone to attend “Annie” at
Patterson’s Washington Theatre, November 18-21, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. Thursday – Saturday,
and on the Sunday at 2:00 p.m. He said tickets are $10 each.
Mr. Laird gave the MPRD program/activity update. He said that as usual there is a lot
happening, such as Youth League Basketball signups for kids 5-17 as of December 31, 2021.
Mr. Laird mentioned that there were 160 plus teams before the pandemic year and that staff
always does a good job of matching teams so that competitive teams play each other and
noncompetitive play other noncompetitive teams. Mr. Laird announced that Outdoor
Murfreesboro has numerous programs that are detailed online. Also, Sports Com’s online
fitness classes with Allison Davidson have been ongoing since they started in 2020, and Ms.
Davidson holds a class each Monday at 4:30 p.m. for participants with physical and mental
disabilities. Coming up too will be the Fall Harvest Hayride on November 5th at 2:00 p.m. at
General Bragg Trailhead, a Veterans Day Appreciation Dinner from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on
November 11th at Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center, and Santa’s Splash and
Dash at Patterson’s pool December 10th from 6:00-9:00 p.m. for kids ages 8-14. Mr. Laird
reminded the commission that the Christmas parade is scheduled for December 12th at 2:00
p.m. and said that the Barfield Crescent Park New Year’s Day 5K registration will open online
on November 15th. Mr. Laird encouraged the commission and public to look at MPRD’s
calendar on the City’s website and see all that is available by clicking on a date or typing in
what they are searching for. He further announced that MPRD’s website is
www.murfreesboroparks.com and that there are Facebook pages for all of MPRD’s facilities.
Mr. Laird added that the department’s program guide, the Rec Connection, has direct links to
listed programs for more information.
Mr. Cunningham asked for a National Night Out update. Ms. Gernell Jenkins said that it was
held on the first Tuesday in October during Fall Break. She explained that there was a good
turnout, about 200, and the community and police were able to have a great time with food and
music, while working together to stand up against violence. Ms. Jenkins added that staff was
looking forward to doing it again next year.
Mr. Williams announced that Ms. Jenkins recently earned a doctorate at MTSU and that the
department always appreciates her value and insight. He commended her for her
accomplishment. Dr. Jenkins thanked him. She also praised Sgt. Amy Norville’s work with the
National Night Out (NNO) and thanked Ms. Susan Hicks for letting NNO announcements be
made in the Patterson Theatre. Dr. Jenkins further said that all other NNO activities/games
were held in the Patterson gyms due to inclement weather. Dr. Jenkins additionally
complimented Mission Barbecue for providing free food for the event.
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Mr. Cunningham also asked for a quick update on this year’s Youth Golf Program. He
specifically wanted to know the number of participants and if the program would be held next
year. Mr. Don Turner said the program was a great success and that staff planned to hold it
again next year. He said he did not know the number of participants but would find out. Mr.
Cunningham additionally wanted to make sure the MPRC had enough notice for its meeting in
January with it being scheduled right after the holidays. He thought it might be hard for
members to get to a January 5th meeting. Mr. Williams said staff could let him know about that.
Mr. Williams had one last announcement for the meeting. He said that the traveling “Wall that
Heals” tour, which exhibits a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in
Washington, D.C., chose Murfreesboro as one of its stops. Mr. Williams invited anyone
interested to visit the exhibit this November 11-14 at Barfield Crescent Park. He said it would
be open 24 hours each of those days.
Being no more business, the meeting was adjourned.
Adjourned: 12:53 p.m.
Meeting Approved:
_________________________________ ____________________________________
Mr. Eddie Miller, MPRC Chair Mr. Nate Williams, MPRD Director
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MURFREESBORO PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Monthly Budget Report
2021-2022 July-Nov 2021-2022
Salaries Budget Expenditures Balance
Full-time Personnel 3,756,747.00 -1,572,028.36 2,184,718.64
Longevity 52,020.00 -300.00 51,720.00
Holiday Pay 13,000.00 -3,138.83 9,861.17
Part-time Personnel 2,624,511.81 -951,089.60 1,673,422.21
Overtime 70,000.00 -26,830.08 43,169.92
Annual Holiday Gift 10,000.00 0.00 10,000.00
Other Pay 79,000.00 -36,164.59 42,835.41
6,605,278.81 -2,589,551.46 4,015,727.35
Operation & Maintenance
Vehicles & Machinery - Fleet 68,915.00 -38,030.20 30,884.80
Vehicles (not Fleet) (includes SpCom CO2) 3,000.00 -339.82 2,660.18
Machinery & Equipment 72,700.00 -48,192.57 24,507.43
Waste Disposal (dumpsters/oil) - one time
Disposal Fees - general 1,000.00 -675.00 325.00
Office Equipment 7,500.00 -3,847.65 3,652.35
Appliance Repair 3,000.00 -778.76 2,221.24
Repair/Maintenance of Other (Antique tractors) 2,000.00 0.00 2,000.00
Equipment Rental
Ball Fields 3,000.00 -112.52 2,887.48
Greenways/Wetlands 500.00 -943.12 -443.12
Cannonsburgh 700.00 0.00 700.00
General Parks 2,500.00 -1,258.12 1,241.88
Sports*Com 1,500.00 -4,432.11 -2,932.11
Barfield Crescent Park 1,000.00 -2,521.45 -1,521.45
Richard Siegel Park 2,500.00 -4,261.38 -1,761.38
11,700.00 -13,528.70 -1,828.70
Grounds
Parks (Nat Res, Franklin Rd, Misc, Gen) 61,100.00 -6,731.30 54,368.70
Old Fort Park 30,800.00 -3,101.19 27,698.81
Ball Fields 119,700.00 -46,162.67 73,537.33
Barfield Crescent Park 15,500.00 -12,552.37 2,947.63
Wilderness Station 1,500.00 -96.34 1,403.66
Richard Siegel Park 174,100.00 -47,435.69 126,664.31
McKnight Park 7,200.00 -588.00 6,612.00
Oaklands Park 19,800.00 -3,629.00 16,171.00
River Trail/Greenway/Wetlands 83,200.00 -25,269.91 57,930.09
Cannonsburgh 7,600.00 -4,537.82 3,062.18
Gateway Trail 30,800.00 -2,203.64 28,596.36
Sports*Com 5,000.00 -710.79 4,289.21
Patterson Park 5,900.00 -3,902.74 1,997.26
McFadden Community Center 1,300.00 -477.00 823.00
Bradley Academy Museum 2,400.00 -778.02 1,621.98
Tennis Facility 12,500.00 -4,470.52 8,029.48
578,400.00 -162,647.00 415,753.00
Educational Animals 5,000.00 -2,870.36 2,129.64
Recreational Equipment 9,100.00 -1,376.47 7,723.53
Janitorial Equipment 2,500.00 -209.72 2,290.28
Software 32,500.00 -28,962.57 3,537.43
Buildings
McFadden Community Ctr. 11,100.00 -1,407.61 9,692.39
Patterson Community Ctr. 89,800.00 -44,670.79 45,129.21
Sports*Com 64,600.00 -6,764.73 57,835.27
Old Fort Park Picnic Shelters 8,400.00 -506.71 7,893.29
Old Fort Park Ball Fields 600.00 0.00 600.00
Oakland Park Picnic Shelters 5,500.00 -787.72 4,712.28
Miracle Field 4,500.00 0.00 4,500.00
McKnight Park Ball Fields (not StarPlex) 6,300.00 -2,106.42 4,193.58
McKnight Park Pavilion 600.00 0.00 600.00
Maintenance Shop 8,400.00 -310.74 8,089.26
2021-2022 July-nov 2021-2022
Building Maintenance continued Budget Expenditures Balance
Star*Plex 6,000.00 -2,246.27 3,753.73
Ball Field Maintenance Shop 4,900.00 -248.38 4,651.62
River Trail 7,300.00 -3,319.60 3,980.40
Cannonsburgh 14,600.00 -7,056.45 7,543.55
Barfield-Crescent Park (includes Shop) 14,000.00 -5,180.23 8,819.77
Wilderness Station 5,900.00 -1,413.24 4,486.76
Barfield Ball Fields 5,500.00 -710.46 4,789.54
Rogers Park 1,100.00 -26.99 1,073.01
Wetlands Restrooms 1,400.00 0.00 1,400.00
Richard Siegel Park 12,700.00 -2,192.25 10,507.75
Jamison House 4,600.00 -1,350.00 3,250.00
Gateway Trail 4,300.00 -2,953.67 1,346.33
Franklin Road Property 5,000.00 0.00 5,000.00
Bradley Academy Museum 12,100.00 -2,975.58 9,124.42
Indoor Tennis Facility 27,900.00 -5,751.51 22,148.49
327,100.00 -91,979.35 235,120.65
Swimming Pools
Patterson Pool 34,000.00 -11,247.47 22,752.53
Sports*Com Indoor Pool 20,600.00 -2,475.76 18,124.24
Sports*Com Outdoor Pool 33,100.00 -10,409.85 22,690.15
87,700.00 -24,133.08 63,566.92
Supplies
Postage 3,000.00 -812.63 2,187.37
Office Supplies
Recreation 14,200.00 -3,782.49 10,417.51
Sports*Com 2,500.00 -735.69 1,764.31
Patterson Community Center 4,500.00 -1,164.28 3,335.72
McFadden Community Center 1,100.00 -1,045.06 54.94
Cannonsburgh 900.00 -212.88 687.12
Cultural Arts 1,500.00 -917.09 582.91
Wilderness Station 900.00 -269.72 630.28
Bradley Academy Museum 1,000.00 -137.19 862.81
Indoor Tennis Facility 1,200.00 -469.91 730.09
27,800.00 -8,734.31 19,065.69
IT Supplies 800.00 -167.75 632.25
Educational Supplies 1,000.00 -45.00 955.00
Advertising
General, Newspaper, etc. 14,500.00 -10,651.70 3,848.30
Patterson Advertising 700.00 -30.00 670.00
Bradley Academy Museum Ads/Brochures 2,700.00 0.00 2,700.00
Cannonsburgh Ads/Brochures 6,100.00 -514.00 5,586.00
Indoor Tennis Facility 4,000.00 -222.22 3,777.78
Sports*Com Brochures/Advertising 1,400.00 0.00 1,400.00
Greenway 2,300.00 -1,483.80 816.20
Wilderness Station/Outdoor Recreation 5,100.00 0.00 5,100.00
36,800.00 -12,901.72 23,898.28
Janitorial Supplies
Recreation/Jamison, etc. 5,500.00 -11,146.91 -5,646.91
Greenway/River Trail 3,500.00 -1,371.43 2,128.57
Ball Fields 10,000.00 -3,468.99 6,531.01
Sports*Com 13,500.00 -8,481.85 5,018.15
Patterson Community Center 24,000.00 -8,856.40 15,143.60
McFadden Community Center 2,500.00 -1,253.38 1,246.62
Barfield-Crescent Park 4,800.00 -2,469.83 2,330.17
Wilderness Station 800.00 -178.85 621.15
Oaklands Park 1,100.00 -451.35 648.65
Old Fort Park 2,000.00 -862.84 1,137.16
Cannonsburgh 1,600.00 -482.96 1,117.04
Richard Siegel Park 7,500.00 -2,357.40 5,142.60
2021-2022 July-nov 2021-2022
Janitorial Supplies continued Budget Expenditures Balance
Gateway Island 1,300.00 -338.10 961.90
Bradley Academy Museum 1,500.00 -429.80 1,070.20
Indoor Tennis Facility 5,000.00 -1,662.77 3,337.23
84,600.00 -43,812.86 40,787.14
Trophies
Athletics 12,600.00 -2,594.59 10,005.41
Recreation 1,200.00 0.00 1,200.00
Patterson Center 200.00 0.00 200.00
Sports*Com/Aquatics 400.00 0.00 400.00
McFadden Center 400.00 0.00 400.00
Indoor Tennis Facility 1,000.00 0.00 1,000.00
15,800.00 -2,594.59 13,205.41
Fuel 90,600.00 -35,623.12 54,976.88
Activity Supplies
Outdoor Recreation 4,800.00 -1,653.38 3,146.62
McFadden Community Center 3,000.00 -557.28 2,442.72
Patterson Community Center 2,600.00 -838.77 1,761.23
Cultural Arts - Visual/Performing 3,500.00 -819.23 2,680.77
Sports*Com 3,700.00 0.00 3,700.00
Cannonsburgh 1,800.00 -290.07 1,509.93
Greenways 1,300.00 0.00 1,300.00
Athletics 3,300.00 -1,000.00 2,300.00
Bradley Academy Museum 3,000.00 -213.53 2,786.47
Indoor Tennis Facility 3,000.00 0.00 3,000.00
30,000.00 -5,372.26 24,627.74
Hand Tools & Hardware
Maintenance 2,530.00 -894.44 1,635.56
Maintenance Barfield-Crescent 515.00 -222.30 292.70
Richard Siegel Park 505.00 -385.31 119.69
Ball Fields 485.00 -147.29 337.71
Recreation 100.00 0.00 100.00
Sports*Com 550.00 -51.52 498.48
Patterson Community Center 900.00 -122.55 777.45
Cannonsburgh 375.00 -35.30 339.70
Cultural Arts 500.00 -10.47 489.53
Outdoor Recreation/Greenway 740.00 -374.80 365.20
McFadden 300.00 -2.18 297.82
Bradley Academy Museum 300.00 -7.99 292.01
Indoor Tennis Facility 300.00 0.00 300.00
8,100.00 -2,254.15 5,845.85
Clothing
Maintenance 9,250.00 -2,548.07 6,701.93
Recreation/Admin/MUTS/Cult Arts, etc. 950.00 -75.50 874.50
Sports*Com 1,700.00 -124.99 1,575.01
McFadden Community Center 500.00 0.00 500.00
Athletics 2,000.00 -196.00 1,804.00
Cannonsburgh 700.00 -253.00 447.00
Patterson Community Center 2,890.00 -1,692.55 1,197.45
Wilderness Station/Greenway 1,000.00 -413.60 586.40
Aquatics 5,210.00 -338.50 4,871.50
Bradley Academy Museum 400.00 0.00 400.00
Indoor Tennis Facility 700.00 -424.00 276.00
25,300.00 -6,066.21 19,233.79
Admission Supplies 4,300.00 -961.81 3,338.19
2021-2022 July-nov 2021-2022
Supplies continued Budget Expenditures Balance
Recreational Supplies
Youth Basketball 22,100.00 -6,301.50 15,798.50
Cheerleading Program/Camp 800.00 0.00 800.00
Football 6,440.00 -461.45 5,978.55
Sports Camp 3,000.00 -1,261.70 1,738.30
Youth Volleyball 3,760.00 -470.70 3,289.30
Start Smart Program 1,300.00 0.00 1,300.00
Adult Basketball Sports*Com 350.00 0.00 350.00
Adult Racquetball 550.00 -192.00 358.00
Adult Volleyball 1,000.00 -360.00 640.00
Tennis Nets/Outdoor VB Nets 3,000.00 -44.97 2,955.03
Murfreesboro Track & Field 600.00 0.00 600.00
Ultimate Disc Golf 2,000.00 0.00 2,000.00
Miracle Field League 4,800.00 0.00 4,800.00
Advantage League 5,000.00 0.00 5,000.00
Sports*Com 5,500.00 -1,286.71 4,213.29
McFadden Community Ctr. 3,000.00 -1,124.50 1,875.50
Patterson Community Center 6,300.00 -1,456.82 4,843.18
Bradley Academy Museum 2,000.00 0.00 2,000.00
Outdoor Murfreesboro 2,500.00 -566.66 1,933.34
Cultural Arts 800.00 0.00 800.00
Indoor Tennis Facility 5,000.00 -2,592.09 2,407.91
79,800.00 -16,119.10 63,680.90
Food
General
Wilderness Station/Outdoor Murfreesboro 2,300.00 -779.56 1,520.44
Patterson Community Center 1,300.00 -1,024.46 275.54
Tennis 6,500.00 -3,060.50 3,439.50
Bradley Academy Museum 1,500.00 -127.38 1,372.62
Cannonsburgh 2,500.00 -711.27 1,788.73
Cultural Arts 1,000.00 -281.02 718.98
McFadden Community Center 3,500.00 -1,694.64 1,805.36
Athletics 3,000.00 -1,250.59 1,749.41
Sports*Com 4,100.00 -693.45 3,406.55
4,000.00 -353.62 3,646.38
29,700.00 -9,976.49 19,723.51
Printing Services
Newspaper Subscriptions 1,900.00 -563.87 1,336.13
1,590.00 -1,373.46 216.54
Operating Supplies
Wilderness Station
Patterson Center 2,500.00 -43.99 2,456.01
Sports*Com 500.00 0.00 500.00
Cannonsburgh 400.00 -136.63 263.37
300.00 -291.37 8.63
3,700.00 -471.99 3,228.01
Safety Supplies
6,900.00 -2,669.22 4,230.78
Miscellaneous Supplies
Recreation/General
Sports*Com 1,100.00 0.00 1,100.00
Barfield-Crescent Park 200.00 -290.00 -90.00
Patterson Community Center 400.00 -60.59 339.41
Richard Siegel Park 200.00 -712.48 -512.48
Bradley Academy Museum 400.00 0.00 400.00
Indoor Tennis Facility 400.00 -488.73 -88.73
400.00 0.00 400.00
Insurance 3,100.00 -1,551.80 1,548.20
2021-2022 July-nov 2021-2022
Worker's Compensation Budget Expenditures Balance
Automobile 96,945.00 0.00 96,945.00
Social Security 18,619.00 0.00 18,619.00
Medical-Dental 485,123.00 -203,960.96 281,162.04
Employee Retirement Defined Benefit 825,326.00 -397,864.18 427,461.82
Retirement Defined Contribution 338,149.00 -132,994.73 205,154.27
Life Insurance, LTD 120,279.00 -50,641.82 69,637.18
24,202.00 -13,389.35 10,812.65
Utilities 1,908,643.00 -798,851.04 1,109,791.96
Electricity
Water 645,000.00 -304,229.87 340,770.13
Gas 176,000.00 -68,789.72 107,210.28
Telephone 115,000.00 -28,167.18 86,832.82
Cellular Phone 16,500.00 -6,405.39 10,094.61
Internet Service 21,300.00 -8,530.31 12,769.69
Cable TV Service 13,600.00 -6,073.35 7,526.65
Solid Waste Fees 9,600.00 -649.22 8,950.78
41,500.00 -18,059.23 23,440.77
Travel & Subsistence 1,038,500.00 -440,904.27 597,595.73
Mileage
Meals During Meetings 13,500.00 -1,580.62 11,919.38
4,300.00 -761.54 3,538.46
Recreational Activities 17,800.00 -2,342.16 15,457.84
Park Movies
9,800.00 -4,406.00 5,394.00
Cultural Activities
July 4th - Special Events
Halloween - Special Events 39,800.00 -17,295.91 22,504.09
Cannonsburgh Special Events 8,000.00 -5,378.25 2,621.75
Patterson Community Center Special Events 12,000.00 -9,920.28 2,079.72
Barfield Crescent Park - Special Events 4,500.00 -1,132.72 3,367.28
Sports*Com Special Events 1,000.00 -799.45 200.55
Outdoor/Greenway Recreation Special Events 3,600.00 0.00 3,600.00
McFadden Community Center Special Events 8,100.00 -254.18 7,845.82
Bradley Academy Museum Special Events 4,000.00 -555.82 3,444.18
Miscellaneous Special Events 7,500.00 -642.31 6,857.69
Concerts 3,500.00 0.00 3,500.00
Concerts Cannonsburgh 17,100.00 0.00 17,100.00
Senior Citizens - Patterson Center 7,300.00 -1,900.00 5,400.00
Field Trips/Day Camps, etc. 1,500.00 0.00 1,500.00
Cultural Arts Programs(laureate/dance/music) 9,900.00 -2,127.43 7,772.57
Children's Theatre 10,400.00 -3,918.71 6,481.29
21,000.00 -2,494.92 18,505.08
Miscellaneous Expense 159,200.00 -46,419.98 112,780.02
Association Dues
Training Personnel 4,400.00 -2,022.00 2,378.00
Licenses/Certifications 24,100.00 -4,706.84 19,393.16
Other Employee Travel 2,680.00 -737.40 1,942.60
Surveys & Studies/Consultant's Services 3,800.00 -860.28 2,939.72
Employee Testing 20,100.00 -4,750.00 15,350.00
Employee Respirator Testing 1,500.00 -165.00 1,335.00
Coaches' Background Checks 2,000.00 0.00 2,000.00
Computer Software Subscriptions 2,500.00 0.00 2,500.00
Cannonsburgh Instructors 4,900.00 0.00 4,900.00
Cultural Arts Instructors 1,200.00 0.00 1,200.00
Tennis Instructors 4,000.00 0.00 4,000.00
Tennis Tournaments 220,000.00 -118,556.93 101,443.07
Bank Service Charges 20,000.00 -8,335.49 11,664.51
40,000.00 -27,492.79 12,507.21
Purchases for Resale
2021-2022 July-Nov 2021-2022
Sports*Com Budget Expenditures Balance
Cultural Arts 50,000.00 -8,318.45 41,681.55
Athletics 2,800.00 -217.61 2,582.39
Cannonsburgh 3,000.00 -2,632.67 367.33
Movies Under the Stars 5,000.00 -3,330.88 1,669.12
Patterson Community Center 800.00 0.00 800.00
Barfield-Crescent Park 20,000.00 -3,814.32 16,185.68
Disc Golf 11,000.00 -8,044.63 2,955.37
Small Fry Tri 4,500.00 -2,257.59 2,242.41
McFadden Community Center 600.00 0.00 600.00
Miracle Baseball League 1,400.00 -513.04 886.96
New Year's 5K 8,000.00 -5,011.57 2,988.43
Bradley Museum 3,000.00 0.00 3,000.00
Indoor Tennis Facility 1,500.00 -1,043.54 456.46
27,000.00 -8,374.19 18,625.81
138,600.00 -43,558.49 95,041.51
Sales Tax
42,000.00 -13,301.00 28,699.00
Designated Donations
Patterson Community Center
Other - Greenway/Cult Arts/Bradley, etc. 8,000.00 -3,735.54 4,264.46
Athletics 5,900.00 -2,131.52 3,768.48
30,000.00 -24,491.12 5,508.88
43,900.00 -30,358.18 13,541.82
Other Miscellaneous
9,000.00 -85.50 8,914.50
Additions to Fixed Assets
599,285.00 -82,933.67 516,351.33
Total Parks & Recreation
12,590,091.81 -4,789,982.07 7,800,109.74
MURFREESBORO PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
St. Clair Street Senior Center Monthly Budget Report FY22
2021-2022 July-Nov 2021-2022
Salaries Budget Expenditure Balance
Full-time Personnel 441,596.00 -186,388.44 255,207.56
Longevity 3,720.00 0.00 3,720.00
Holiday Pay 900.00 0.00 900.00
Part-time Personnel 196,439.58 -52,209.20 144,230.38
Overtime 4,000.00 -1,580.68 2,419.32
Annual Holiday Gift 725.00 0.00 725.00
647,380.58 -240,178.32 407,202.26
Operation & Maintenance
Vehicles & Machinery - Fleet 9,993.00 -143.30 9,849.70
Vehicles (not Fleet) 500.00 -146.20 353.80
Machinery & Equipment 500.00 -109.96 390.04
Office Equipment 4,500.00 -2,567.56 1,932.44
Grounds 14,000.00 -4,394.79 9,605.21
Recreational Equipment 3,000.00 -267.00 2,733.00
Janitorial Equipment 300.00 -599.98 -299.98
Appliance Repairs 500.00 -20.82 479.18
Software Maintenance 2,800.00 0.00 2,800.00
Buildings 1,200.00 -350.00 850.00
Supplies
Postage 10,000.00 0.00 10,000.00
Office Supplies 6,200.00 -2,618.90 3,581.10
IT Supplies 250.00 0.00 250.00
Advertising 20,000.00 -330.00 19,670.00
Janitorial Supplies 10,000.00 -3,212.53 6,787.47
Activity Supplies 14,000.00 -4,140.41 9,859.59
Trophies 1,000.00 0.00 1,000.00
Hand Tools & Hardware 500.00 -134.26 365.74
Clothing 1,200.00 0.00 1,200.00
Recreational Supplies 5,000.00 -1,013.11 3,986.89
Nurse/Health Program Supplies 1,000.00 0.00 1,000.00
Trip Expense Supplies 32,000.00 -5,408.86 26,591.14
Food 20,000.00 -4,577.53 15,422.47
Printing Services 1,000.00 0.00 1,000.00
Educational Supplies 200.00 0.00 200.00
Safety Supplies 1,000.00 -202.74 797.26
Fuel 4,600.00 -1,293.69 3,306.31
Other Supplies 900.00 0.00 900.00
Insurance
Worker's Compensation 9,578.00 0.00 9,578.00
Social Security 46,803.00 -17,583.57 29,219.43
Medical-Dental 94,608.00 -47,243.05 47,364.95
Employee Retirement Defined Benefit 26,323.00 -9,221.92 17,101.08
Retirement Defined Contribution 18,195.00 -8,241.41 9,953.59
Life Insurance, LTD 2,766.00 -1,789.07 976.93
198,273.00 -84,079.02 114,193.98
Utilities
Electricity 47,000.00 -16,939.31 30,060.69
Water 4,600.00 -1,608.17 2,991.83
Gas 2,100.00 -746.64 1,353.36
Telephone 2,500.00 -801.44 1,698.56
Cellular Phone 1,500.00 -548.22 951.78
Internet Service 1,600.00 -634.50 965.50
Cable TV Service 1,400.00 -105.00 1,295.00
Solid Waste Fees 900.00 -555.00 345.00
61,600.00 -21,938.28 39,661.72
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Report FY20 Budget Expenditure Balance
Other Expenses
Health Services 2,000.00 0.00 2,000.00
Mileage 500.00 -91.28 408.72
Cultural Activities 8,000.00 -400.00 7,600.00
Miscellaneous Expense 1,000.00 -36.00 964.00
Association Dues 500.00 0.00 500.00
Travel/Training Personnel 4,900.00 -1,118.77 3,781.23
Contractual Services/Class Instructors 20,000.00 -7,980.99 12,019.01
Licenses/Certifications 200.00 0.00 200.00
Bank Service Charge (credit cards) 2,400.00 0.00 2,400.00
Designated Donations 1,800.00 0.00 1,800.00
Sales Tax 700.00 -42.00 658.00
Additions to Fixed Assets 2,500.00 -3,573.97 -1,073.97
Total St. Clair Street Senior Center 1,117,896.58 -390,970.27 726,926.31
MURFREESBORO PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REVENUE REPORT
July-Nov 2021
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY INCOME ACTUAL ANTICIPATED
RECREATION DIVISION
Picnic Shelters 24,964.63 50,000.00 49.93%
Athletic Concessions (not including Miracle Lge) 0.00 1,500.00 0.00%
Softball League Fees 22,000.00 41,600.00 52.88%
Ball Field Rentals 27,190.00 80,000.00 33.99%
Cheerleading Registration/Camp 2,991.79 3,400.00 87.99%
Football (including Flag Football) 6,427.50 8,800.00 73.04%
Youth Volleyball League 285.00 9,100.00 3.13%
Youth Basketball League 31,680.00 73,000.00 43.40%
Sports Camp -240.00 21,000.00 -1.14%
Start Smart Program 0.00 2,000.00 0.00%
Advantage Sports Program 0.00 6,000.00 0.00%
Track & Field Program 0.00 900.00 0.00%
McFadden Community Center Rentals 4,172.50 6,000.00 69.54%
McFadden Concessions 796.48 1,400.00 56.89%
McFadden Community Center Designated Donations 0.00 200.00 0.00%
Commissions/Vending - McFadden 155.10 200.00 77.55%
Adult Basketball/Pickleball McFadden Center 4,450.00 8,100.00 54.94%
Ultimate Disc Golf League 0.00 3,000.00 0.00%
Miracle Baseball League 2,475.00 7,000.00 35.36%
Miracle Baseball League Concessions 5,247.77 5,500.00 95.41%
Miracle Baseball League Designated Donations 62,750.71 50,000.00 125.50%
Wilderness Station 29,792.10 45,900.00 64.91%
Movies Under the Stars Concessions 142.38 650.00 21.90%
Halloween Activities 20,318.30 12,000.00 169.32%
Perform Boro/Cultural Arts Programs 9,415.76 23,200.00 40.59%
Theatre Rentals 4,997.22 14,000.00 35.69%
Gateway Rentals 3,255.74 5,200.00 62.61%
Summer Camps -240.00 26,000.00 -0.92%
Richard Siegel Park (includes Jordan Farm) 68,933.50 60,000.00 114.89%
TSSAA Spring Fling/Fall Soccer 0.00 24,000.00 0.00%
Greenway Programs 1,064.33 1,050.00 101.36%
Designated Donations - Greenway 0.00 500.00 0.00%
Cannonsburgh 29,372.33 34,900.00 84.16%
Bradley Academy Museum 11,706.51 12,500.00 93.65%
July 4th (needs to be deleted in next year's budget) 0.00 750.00 0.00%
New Year 5K 0.00 9,300.00 0.00%
Miscellaneous 400.00 200.00 200.00%
Donations - Miscellaneous 0.00 500.00 0.00%
Sales Tax 15,586.07 36,000.00 43.29%
Recreation Total 390,090.72 685,350.00 56.92%
PATTERSON COMMUNITY CENTER
Admissions 106,735.56 262,500.00 40.66%
Pool Rentals 14,798.25 25,000.00 59.19%
Swim Lessons 0.00 900.00 0.00%
Rentals 15,225.27 45,500.00 33.46%
Designated Donations 3,000.00 5,000.00 60.00%
Vending/Resale 9,077.48 10,600.00 85.64%
148,836.56 349,500.00 42.59%
MURFREESBORO PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REVENUE REPORT
July-Nov 2021
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY INCOME continued ACTUAL ANTICIPATED
SPORTS*COM
Indoor Admission 83,819.03 262,500.00 31.93%
Admission Outdoor Pool 47,807.50 170,000.00 28.12%
Concessions Outdoor Pool 20,552.08 72,000.00 28.54%
Pool Rentals 12,823.05 25,000.00 51.29%
Swim Lessons 5,448.00 10,000.00 54.48%
Building Rentals 7,742.49 12,000.00 64.52%
Indoor Concessions/Resale 4,533.38 9,100.00 49.82%
Sports*Com Total 182,725.53 560,600.00 32.59%
INDOOR TENNIS FACILITY
Annual Memberships 141,698.13 250,000.00 56.68%
Resale/Concessions 23,045.85 40,600.00 56.76%
Rentals 80,395.25 68,000.00 118.23%
Lessons/Clinics/Tournaments 206,904.25 340,000.00 60.85%
452,043.48 698,600.00 64.71%
TOTAL RECREACTIONAL ACTIVITY INCOME 1,173,696.29 2,294,050.00 51.16%
OTHER INCOME
Hotel/Motel Tax - County 131,898.35 155,000.00 85.10%
Service Fees - Athletic Leagues 23,210.00 65,000.00 35.71%
Scrap Metal 0.00 450.00 0.00%
Sale of Fixed Assets 194.00 450.00 43.11%
Interest 73.46 450.00 16.32%
155,375.81 221,350.00 70.19%
TOTAL REVENUES 1,329,072.10 2,515,400.00 52.84%
SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER
Federal Grants 0.00 20,500.00 0.00%
State Grants 0.00 11,300.00 0.00%
Other County Revenues 82,500.00 148,500.00 55.56%
Sales Tax Collected -41.98 250.00 -16.79%
Trip Revenues 20,488.95 40,500.00 50.59%
Meeting Room Fees 200.00 3,200.00 6.25%
Program Income 6,422.00 30,600.00 20.99%
Interest Earnings 13.45 300.00 4.48%
Donations - Private Sources 480.00 1,800.00 26.67%
Designated Donations 0.00 1,800.00 0.00%
110,062.42 258,750.00 42.54%
. . . creating a better quality of life
December 29, 2021
For Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission:
RE: ‘Boro Beach Private Rental Fees
As an item for the MPRC agenda of January 5, 2022, it is recommended that the
Commission approve the recommended fee change for private rentals at ‘Boro Beach.
Background
‘Boro Beach has always offered private rentals as an option to the public. The current rate
is $400 ($350 for city residents) for a 2-hour rental for up to 175 patrons. The last time
the fees were adjusted was 2018. This rental includes all slides, play features, rock wall,
diving boards, and 9 lifeguards. Staff is requesting to change the private rental fees to
$450 ($400 for city residents). Below are nearby rental comparisons.
Sports Com Indoor Pool - $150 for 2 hours and 50 patron capacity
Patterson Park - $300 for 2 hours and 50 patron capacity
Wave Country (non-private rental) - $300 for 4 hours and 25 patron capacity
Smyrna Splash Town - $250 for 2 hours and 50 patron capacity
Fiscal Impact
Staff believes the change in the ‘Boro Beach private rental fees will increase
Sports*Com’s summer revenues by an estimated $2,000.
Recommendation
It is recommended that said fee increase be approved by the commission.
Respectfully,
Kyle Goss
Aquatics Coordinator
. . . creating a better quality of life
December 21, 2021
For Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission:
RE: Professional Bird Species Survey for Parks Natural Areas
As an item for the agenda of January 5, 2022, the Outdoor Murfreesboro Natural
Resource Team seeks approval from the Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation
Commission to hire the services of an expert ornithologist to conduct regular bird
species surveys throughout Parks’ Natural Areas.
Background
Bird species are excellent bioindicator species, and thus a useful data set to incorporate
in any management strategy. Bioindicators are any species that are used to assess
environmental conditions. Because birds are widespread, populations are extensively
studied, and much is known about their habits. They are also susceptible to
environmental conditions, and the presence or absence of certain species can tell us
about the overall condition of a natural area.
The more we can study our bird populations, the better informed we can be when
developing management strategies for our natural systems.
Fiscal Impact
Six months of bird surveys at three selected sites, 20-26 hours a month, including data
organization: $2160 - $2400.
Recommendation
Approve the hiring of a professional ornithologist on a six-month basis to conduct
regular and thorough bird surveys throughout designated Parks’ natural areas.
Kristin Hopkins
MPRD Natural Resource Manager
December 20, 2021
For Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission:
RE: Nature in the Wild Art Show and Fair
As an item for the MPRC Agenda of January 5, 2022, it is recommended that the
Commission approve an application fee for the Nature in the Wild Art Show and Fair.
Background
The first Nature in the Wild Art Show and Fair at the Wilderness Station is scheduled for
Saturday, February 26, 2022, and staff would like to make it an annual event. Art inspired
by nature by local artists will be on display, and artists may sell their art during the
event. Nature-related artwork and/or nature-related mediums such as woodworkers, clay
artists, etc., will be included. The event itself is free to the public and will hopefully bring
people to the Wilderness Station during one of our slower months.
Fiscal Impact
Artists will pay via the Wilderness Station a $25 table fee to display and sell their
work. This will help to offset the costs associated with the event, as artist space will be
limited.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the commission approve the artist application fee of $25 per table.
Respectfully,
Dawn Thomas
Wilderness Station Facility Coordinator
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
December 20, 2021
Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission:
RE: Community Babysitting Program
As an item for the MPRC agenda of January 5, 2022, it is recommended that the
following fees be approved for staff to offer Ultimate Babysitters’ Club programs to
community groups.
Background
The Ultimate Babysitters’ Club is a popular program staff offers during the summer as a
weeklong program. The program goes over babysitting safety and basic childcare, as
well as basic first aid, CPR and AED skills. Participants receive a certification for each
unit from the Health and Safety Institute, which is the certifying body the City uses to
train its staff in CPR and AED. Several community groups throughout the years have
expressed interest in having this class for their members outside of the summer
program, but as a one to two-day program instead of the weeklong version.
Fiscal Impact
The registration fee will be to cover the cost of materials only:
Materials can only be purchased in lots of 5. Classes would be for a minimum of 5
participants and a maximum of 10.
HSI Babysitting Manual and Certification Card: $53.00 for 5 participants
HSI CPR/AED/Basic First Aid Manual and Certification Card: $74.75 for 5 participants
Student Training Supply Kit (CPR shield, practice bandages): $8.75 for 5 participants
Shipping is normally around $20-25.
Costs are rounded to the nearest $5 increment to cover any shipping price fluctuations.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the commission approve this community class with two options:
Option One: Single-day Babysitting class only: $75 for 5 participants
Option Two: Two-day Babysitting and CPR/AED/BFA: $160 for 5 participants
Allison Davidson
Wellness/Fitness Coordinator
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
December 20, 2021
For Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Commission:
RE: Daddy-Daughter Dance
As an item for the MPRC agenda of January 5, 2022, it is recommended that the
Daddy-Daughter Dance and fee be approved.
Background
Valentine’s Day is not far away, and what better way to celebrate this loving event than
with a daddy-daughter dance. The purpose of this event is to provide fathers (male role
models) and daughters with music, poetry, food, photo booths, and various activities
that will allow them to create lasting and loving memories for a lifetime.
Fiscal Impact
The cost per couple (2 people) will be $15.00 and $5.00 for each additional person.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the commission approve the Daddy-Daughter Dance to be held
at Patterson Park Community Center on February 12, 2022, from 6:00PM - 8:00PM.
Attachment:
Daddy-Daughter Dance Flyer
Respectfully,
Priscilla Murray
Asst. Program Coordinator/McFadden Community Center
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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