Parks & Recreation Commission

MINUTES OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION September 19, 2016 REGULAR MEETING 6:00 PM. Call to Order Chair Bob Edwards, called the September 19, 2016 meeting to order at 6:04 pm. The following were present: Members: Chair, Bob Edwards, Vice-Chair Mandy Owens, James Edwards, JaneAnn Oldrup, and Barry Mathison. Staff present: James Burress, Parks Supervisor and Lisa Rosales, Administrative Assistant. Others present: Jeff Tucker APPROVAL OF AGENDA James Edwards made a motion, seconded by JaneAnn Oldrup, to approve the agenda as presented. A voice vote was unanimous and the motion passed, the September 19, 2016 agenda was approved. APPROVAL OF MINUTES JaneAnn Oldrup made a motion, seconded by James Edwards, to approve the minutes of the August 15, 2016 meeting. A voice vote was unanimous and the August 15, 2016 minutes were approved. NON-ACTION ITEMS 2. Update on Recreation & Aquatic Center- James Burress James Burress showed the draft design of the proposed Recreation Center Facility. Mr. Burress stated that the Architects have been meeting with the recreation staff to get a better idea of what the facility will need to ensure the best possible design. 3. Update on Golf RFP- James Burress Mr. Burress stated that the Golf RFP had been tabled by Council who requested more information. Commission members expressed their concern regarding the existing employees. Mr. Burress stated city employees would be protected. 4. Update on Noon Optimist- James Burress There were two updates regarding Noon Optimist. A company by the name of Insite Wireless Group will be putting up a cell tower near the west field on the north side in the out of play area and in exchange for leasing that property they will put in ball field lighting on the Junior Field. Game and Fish will be given part of the land. Their headquarters will be located on that land as well as a lake for fishing. 5. Update on public forums-James Burress Lisa Rosales stated that the Architects would be in town holding public forums regarding the Recreation and Aquatic Center. The dates are as follows Monday, September 26, 2016 at 6:30 pm in the Little Theater at Goddard High School, Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at 2 pm at the Boys and Girls Club, and Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at 6:30 pm in the Little Theater at Roswell High School. 6. Directors Report- James Burress Mr. Burress stated that Elaine Mayfield has been placed on paid administrative leave and Marge Woods is acting Zoo Supervisor for the time being. Jim shared the concept of the Christmas Railway with the commission and stated that a new engine has been put on the train and staff has stated replacing the tracks. Other Business JaneAnn Oldrup suggested recognizing Gerina Piller and Nathan Schrimsher for their accomplishments. JaneAnn, made a motion, seconded by Mandy Owens for the Mayor to do a proclamation recognizing the Olympians. A voice vote was unanimous and the motion passed. Public Comments None Adjourn The meeting was adjourned 7:05 pm.