2005-04-14 PEARLAND PARKS, RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTESMINUTES —REGULAR MEETING OF THE PEARLAND PARKS,
RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION BOARD, OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, HELD ON THURSDAY, APRIL 14, 2005, AT 11:30 AM, IN
THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT CONFERENCE ROOM, AT
2947 BROADWAY STREET, PEARLAND, TEXAS
I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order with the following present:
Chairperson
Thomas Gibbs
Vice -Chairperson
Ben Carranza
Secretary
Laura Austin
Board Member
Roy Loris
Board Member
DaLona Niland
Board Member
Scott Sherman
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — March 17, 2005
Mr. Sherman made a motion to approve the minutes as submitted,
seconded by Mrs. Austin. The motion passed 6 to 0.
III. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE MELVIN
KNAPP SENIOR CENTER POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
A discussion ensued regarding who could use the facility and for what
type of activities.
Mr. Sherman made a motion to approve, seconded by Mrs. Niland. The
motion passed 6 to 0.
Board Member Christian Corl joined the meeting at 11:50 AM.
IV. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON RENTAL
CONTRACT AMENDMENTS
Mrs. Cyrus explained the proposed changes to the rental information. She
stated that we are proposing to increase all of the fees 10 — 15%. She
added that we will review the fees annually and probably update
accordingly. Mrs. Cyrus explained that she has obtained a quote on a
cleaning service to clean up after rentals. She stated that the custodial
staff is sometimes working seven day a week right now. She added that
the use of the cleaning service would save money and wear and tear on
staff.
A discussion ensued regarding the type of events held, the people and
organizations using the facilities and the deposit amount required to book
the facility.
Mr. Sherman made a motion to adopt the proposed changes. Mrs. Niland
seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0.
V. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A MISSION
STATEMENT AND GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The Board indicated their approval of the Vision as submitted. A lengthy
discussion ensued regarding the Mission and Goals. Mrs. Cyrus made
changes as requested.
VI. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING PARK
DEDICATION ORDINANCE
Mrs. Cyrus explained that we are proposing to increase the current Park
Dedication fee from $350.00 per lot to $500.00 per lot. A discussion
ensued regarding the effect of this change on current and future
development.
VII. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE
RECENT DISCOVERY TOUR AND FUTURE TOURS
Mrs. Cyrus explained that in the near future it would be beneficial for the
Board to visit nature centers, museums, and other amenities that would tie
in eco-tourism.
VIII. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE
TRAILS GRANT FOR THE SOUTHWEST ENVIRONMENTAL
CENTER
Mrs. Cyrus shared a rendition of the proposed trails at the Southwest
Environmental Center. She stated that the cost of the trail is
approximately $100,000.00 for one mile of 8' trail. She added that she has
asked Keep Pearland Beautiful to write a letter of support. Mrs. Cyrus
explained that she would like the Board to also write a letter of support at
the next meeting.
A discussion ensued regarding the type of material to be used for the trails.
IX. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
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Mrs. Cyrus briefly reviewed the Director's Report. She also reminded the
Board of the small group interviews and community meetin§s for the
Master Parks Plan on Monday, April 18`h and Tuesday, April 19' .
X. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 1:10 PM.
Minutes respectfully submitted,
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Mona Ann Miller, Parks & Recreation Office Coordinator
Minutes approved as submitted or corrected this 0, day of D24 , 2005.
�To s 6ibbs, Ch irperson
Mrs. Cyrus briefly reviewed the Director's Report. She also reminded the
Board of the small group interviews and community meetints for the
Master Parks Plan on Monday, April 18t' and Tuesday, April 19' .
X. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 1:10 PM.
Minutes respectfully submitted,
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Mona Anh Miller, Parks & Recreation Office Coordinator
Minutes approved as submitted or corrected this 4 day of , 2005.
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