1996-03-18 PARKS, RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION BOARD MINUTESn
MARCH 1996 MINUTES
MINUTES AS RECORDED OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND
PARKS, RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION BOARD HELD ON MONDAY
MARCH 18. 1996. AT 7:00 P.M., AT THE PEARLAND COMMUNITY CENTER
3523 LIBERTY DRIVE. PEARLAND TEXAS.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M., with the following present:
Bill Chase Chairman
Vince Bruno Chairman Pro tem
Larry Wilkins Secretary
Retta Absher Board Member (entered @ 7:08)
Nell Fuller Board Member
Dr. Bobby Stevener Board Member
Rosella Webb Board Member
Edward Hersh Director of Parks & Recreation (entered @ 7:05)
Sherry Reed Department Secretary
Visitors attending the meeting, Garey Willbanks and Chip Hosek.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Larry Wilkins made a motion to accept the minutes of the February 26, 1996, Board
Meeting as presented. The motion was seconded by Rosella Webb.
Motion approved 5-0.
Vince Bruno made a motion to excuse the absence of Bobby Stevener from the February
26, 1996, meeting. The motion was seconded by Larry Wilkins.
Motion approved 4-2, with Nell Fuller and Bobby Stevener voting "no".
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PARK BOARD CHAIRMAN'S REPORT:
Bill Chase commented that he did not appreciate the letter that Chip Hosek submitted
to the Pearland Reporter regarding the Independence Park Concept Plan. Mr. Chase
added that he did not feel Mr. Hosek supplied accurate information to the public.
DIRECTORS REPORT:
Pearland Tragedy - Ed reported on the tragic deaths of Peggy Kliesing and her daughter
Jamie who were involved in a traffic accident on FM 518. The family was very active in
our recreation programs.
Vince Bruno suggested that the Board write a sympathy letter to the family. Board
members agreed, and the letter will be sent within the week.
Hyde Park Playground - Ed reported the playground project has been completed.
Spring Classes - Spring classes began today. Staff is busy preparing the schedule for
Summer classes.
Youth Soccer - The Spring soccer league began March 10, 1996. There are currently
four teams participating. Parents have been very supportive and pleased the learning
skills and degree of competition.
Independence Park - Ed related that at the present time, development is underway for a
storm detention area off John Lizer Road.
Easter Egg Hunt - The City will host it's annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 23,
1996 (rain date March 30), at 10:00 A.M. Staff will be hiding 7500 eggs and 100 special
golden eggs. The golden eggs can be turned in for chocolate rabbits.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Second Reading of the Pavilion Names at Centennial Park:
There was a second reading on the proposed names for Centennial Park Pavilions.
Vince Bruno made a motion for the Board to accept Bluebonnet and Longhorn as the
names to recommend to City Council for the two pavilions at Centennial Park.
Discussion was held regarding the names.
After discussion, Vince Bruno rescinded his motion. Tlie rescinded motion was
seconded by Rosella Webb.
Retta Absher made a motion to accept the names Tejas and Bluebonnet as the names to
recommend to City Council for the two pavilions at Centennial Park. The motion was
seconded by Rosella Webb.
Motion passed 6-1, with Nell Fuller voting "no".
The Board agreed to waive the second reading of the recommended names, in order to
bring this agenda item to City Council before the dedication ceremony scheduled for
April 12, 1996.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
None.
NEW BUSINESS:
Fees and Charges Update:
Community Center
Vince Bruno made a motion to table the proposed Community Center fee increase for
non-residents until a study has been done of area rental facilities. The motion was
seconded by Larry Wilkins.
^ Motion approved 7-0.
Centennial Park
Ed discussed the fee structure for park pavilions.
Vince Bruno asked if Centennial Park would be governed under the same rules and
regulations as Independence Park. Ed responded that this issue would be a Board
decision.
Vince Bruno made a motion to accept pavilion fees of $50 deposit/$25 rental per day,
with the understanding that Centennial Park would be added to the rules and regulations
of Independence Park. The motion was seconded by Larry Wilkins.
Motion approved 7-0.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Vince Bruno asked about the status of alcohol security for Park pavilions. Ed stated that
it would take a while to get with the City Attorney.
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Bobby Stevener stated that he would like to Board to recommend the addition of a
^ landscape professional to the Parks and Recreation staff. Discussion was held on the
landscaping needs of the department due to the growth of the City.
Discussion was held regarding the controversy between the City and the Pearland Little
League organization.
Bobby Stevener made a recommendation that both sides (Little League and City) meet
to discuss, and possibly work out the problems. It was also discussed to add this as an
agenda item for the next Park Board meeting.
Ed stated that a meeting had been held between Mark Hansen, Brazoria County Parks
Director; Chip Hosek, President of Pearland Little League; Donald Treadwell, Pearland
Girls Softball; and himself with no compromises being met. Brazoria County offered
these youth programs use of Resoft Park located on Hwy 35. This offer was turned
down by Mr. Hosek and Mr. Treadwell.
Bill Chase stated that those interested could stay for a meeting with Mr. Hosek and Mr.
Willbanks to discuss the controversy after the adjournment of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
^ Nell Fuller made a motion to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded by Larry
Wilkins.
Motion approved 7-0.
The next meeting will be held April 15, 1996.
Meeting adjourned at 7:55 P.M.
Minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected this 20 day of May , A.D., 1996.
Bill Chase, Chairman
ATTEST:
Larry Wilkins, Secretary
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