2006-02-09 PARKS, RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MINUTES — REGULAR MEETING OF THE PEARLAND PARKS,
RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION BOARD, OF THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, HELD ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2006, 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 at 11 42 AM in Rhonda Cyrus' office due
to a meeting conflict in the conference room.
IL BOARD MEMBER ROLL CALL
The following were present for the meeting:
Laura Austin Board Secretary
Ben Carranza Vice-Chairperson
Tom Gibbs Board Chairperson
Roy Loris Board Member
Scott Sherman Board Member
Rhonda Cyrus Director of Parks&Recreation
Mona Miller Parks&Recreation Office Coordinator
M. APPROVAL OF MINUTES—November 10,2005
Mr Carranza pointed out that on page 2, item IV should read "Motion
passed 4 to 0" instead of " 3 to 0" Mr Sherman made a motion to
approve the minutes with the noted change. Mrs. Austin seconded the
motion. Motion passed 5 to 0
IV. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING
PROPOSED PARTNERSHIP POLICY AND PROPOSAL FORMAT
Mr Loris commented that this is a very thorough policy He was pleased
that it covered agreements with all types of groups.
Mr Loris made a motion, seconded by Mr Carranza, to approve the
Partnership Policy as presented. Motion passed 5 to 0
V. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE
UPDATED LAYOUT OF THE SOCCER FIELDS ON MAX ROAD
Mrs. Cyrus asked that this item be moved to the end of the agenda.
VI. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE
EXISTING PARK DEDICATION ORDINANCE
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A lengthy discussion ensued regarding the need for green space. Mrs.
Cyrus stated that the ordinance can offer incentives for developers to
allow more density if they give more green space. She explained the
proposed changes to the existing ordinance. The discussion on green
space continued with concerns regarding lakes, fishing, boating and trails.
Mrs. Austin made a motion, seconded by Mr Sherman, to approve the
proposed changes to the Park Dedication Ordinance. The motion passed 5
to 0
VII. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE
EXISTING TREE ORDINANCE
Mrs. Cyrus stated that the existing tree ordinance is really Just a caliper
inch replacement ordinance, not a preservation ordinance. She added that
there is nothing in the current ordinance to stop property owners from
removing existing trees. Mrs. Cyrus explained the proposed changes that
will be taken to City Council. Mrs. Austin expressed her concern that we
should require them to save the trees, not pay money for them. Mrs.
Cyrus agreed that we should make "heritage" or older historic trees more
difficult to remove. Mr Gibbs suggested that if the tree is over a certain
caliper inch, they must design around the tree or ask the Board for an
exception.
Mr Carranza made a motion, seconded by Mr Sherman, to approve the
proposed changes to the Tree Ordinance. The motion passed 5 to 0
VIII. DISCUSSION REGARDING UPCOMING T.R.A.P.S.
CONFERENCE
Mrs. Cyrus stated that the conference is in March in Ft. Worth, Texas this
year She will forward more information about the conference to the
Board. She encouraged the Board members to attend at least a portion of
the conference if possible.
IX. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Mrs. Cyrus reviewed the report with the Board and explained each item.
V. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE
UPDATED LAYOUT OF THE SOCCER FIELDS ON MAX ROAD
Mrs. Cyrus showed the Board an updated layout of the proposed soccer
complex. She explained that changes were made to allow more parking,
more green space and more covered area. She stated that she will ask
Carroll Kell, the Architect, to attend our next meeting in order to answer
some of the Board's questions.
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X. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 12 56 pm.
Minutes respectfully submitted by-
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Mona Miller
Parks Office Coordinator
Minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected this CVA day of
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