Parks & Recreation Commission

MINUTES OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MAY 16, 2016 REGULAR MEETING 6:00 P.M. Call to Order Chair Bob Edwards, called the May 16, 2016 meeting to order at 6:00 pm. In Attendance The following were present: Members: Chair, Bob Edwards, Vice-Chair Mandy Owens, James Edwards, Barry Mathison, JaneAnn Oldrup, and Roy Gunn. Staff present included Tim Williams, Director of Parks and Recreation, Jim Burress, Parks and Grounds Manager, and Gina Montague, Administrative Assistant. Guests present included Lisa Dunlap, Donald Daugherty, and Steve Smith. APPROVAL OF AGENDA JaneAnn Oldrup made a motion, seconded by Mandy Owens, to approve the agenda as presented. A voice vote was unanimous and the motion passed, the May 16, 2016 agenda was approved. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Roy Gunn motioned to approve the minutes of the April 18, 2016 meeting. Mandy Owens was the second. A voice vote was unanimous and the motion passed. REGULAR ITEMS (ACTION) 2. Discussion on prioritizing Park Improvement List After much discussion, the Commission decided their priorities for new things in the parks are as follows: 1. Playgrounds 2. Complete pocket park project 3. Park benches, tables, trash cans, and picnic shelters 4. Lights for ballfields NON-ACTION ITEMS 3. Proposal to install a bird blind at the Bird Sanctuary Steve Smith, member of UFO (United Field Ornithologists) Roswell, presented an idea to construct a bird blind at the Kenneth Smith Bird Sanctuary. This would consist of a wall structure, with a fan-like covering over top to shield the sun, and  “windows” thru which to view the wildlife. Proposed feeders and water feature to attract wildlife, as well as educational materials posted. Donald Daugherty was on hand to present drawings of the proposed bird blind. Several organizations including UFO Roswell, Roswell Rotary, and the Kenneth Smith Family Foundation have agreed to fund the project. Commission Chair, Bob Edwards asked the commission to consider this project and be prepared to vote on this item at the June 2016 Commission meeting. 4. Other Business None. 5. Public Comments None. ADJOURN JaneAnn Oldrup motioned to adjourn. Roy Gunn seconded. A voice vote was unanimous and the motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. Next Meeting: June 20, 2016 at 6:00 pm Submitted by: Gina Montague