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1995-09-27 PARKS, RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION BOARD MINUTESn September 1995 Minutes MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND PARKS RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION BOARD HELD ON WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 27 1995 AT 7:00 P.M., AT THE PEARLAND COMMUNITY CENTER, 3523 LIBERTY DR..,_ PEARLAND TEXAS. The meeting was called to order at 7:02 P.M., with the following present: Bill Chase Chairman Vince Bruno Chairman Pro-Tem Michelle Lilie Secretary Nell Fuller Board Member Bari Scherrer Board Member Bobby Stevener Board Member Rosella Webb Board Member Larry Wilkins Board Member Ed Hersh Parks & Recreation Director (entered at 7:15 P.M.) Absent from the meeting was Board Member Retta Absher. Special guest in attendance, Claude Rogers, consultant from Leisure Concepts and Design, Inc. Also in attendance were Sherry Reed, Department Secretary; Kate Brasko, Athletic Aquatic Supervisor; and Ron Paulus, Parks Crew Leader. APPROVAL OF MINUTES' Vince Bruno made a motion to accept the minutes of the August 3, 1995 Board Meeting as presented. The motion was seconded by Nell Fuller. Motion approved 7-0. EXCUSED ABSENCE Larry Wilkins made a motion to excuse the absences of Bill Chase, Michelle Lilie, and Nell Fuller from the August 3, 1995 Board Meeting. The motion was seconded by Vince Bruno. Motion approved 7-0. -1- PARK BOARD CHAIRMAN'S REPORT: Bill Chase read a letter of resignation by Park Board Secretary, Michelle Lilie. DIRECTOR'S REPORT: Centennial Park Update- Ed reported that park construction continues with an expected completion date of late January or mid - February, 1996, (weather permitting). City Entry Sign- This project is nearing the completion stages. Vince asked if the old sign would be removed when the new sign was installed. Ed responded that the old sign will be removed. Old Settler's Cemetery Update- The Historical Society is combining their efforts with our department in restoring the cemetery. They have donated $600 to purchase trees for the cemetery, and will continue to help fund this project. They have been very supportive of our efforts. A consultant has been hired from Dallas to perform the restorations. Program Updates- The Fall programs are going great! Our enrollment as of this date is 972. Registration is still being taken for our 4-week Holiday Mini Session. We are expecting to surpass last year's fall total of 1051. Michelle Lilie reported that she has talked with several mothers who love Luanne Coffee's preschool classes. Ed responded that quality instructors like Luanne are the reason our programs have been so successful. Independence Park Master Plan- Ed commented that this issue would be addressed under Unfinished Business. At this time Ed asked Kate to give a report on Pearland's first Punt, Pass, and Kick Competition, which was held September 261 1995. This is a national contest sponsored by Gatorade and the N F L. Kate announced that 87 boys and girls participated in this year's event. Seven finalists from each age category (8 - 15) have advanced to the next level of competition which will be held in LaPorte. Staff is pleased about the attendance for the first year's competition comparing it to the City of Alvin who had 10 participants; the City of League City who had 23 participants; and the City of Deer Park who had 70 participants. Bill Chase, who volunteered his time to help in the competition, complimented Kate on the organization and success of this program. Ed reported that once again Clean Pearland has shown their support of the Parks and Recreation Department by purchasing 200 daffodil bulbs to be planted in the berm at Independence Park. These bulbs will be planted by the Garden Club in mid -November. -2- COMMITTEE REPORTS: Tree Survey Report Bobby Stevener reported that the final draft of the Tree Survey Ordinance has been completed and is ready to be presented to City Council. He commented that this ordinance will enhance our community and protect the City's greenery plan to preserve our ground cover and improve the City's environment. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Independence Park Master Plan Claude Rogers, consultant from Leisure Concepts and Design, Inc., presented a comprehensive first draft of the Independence Park Master Plan concept. A question and answer period followed the presentation. Vince Bruno made a motion that the Park Board endorse the Independence Park Master Plan and present it to City Council. The motion was seconded by Larry Wilkins. The Board unanimously approved the motion 7-0. NEW BUSINESS: Appointment of Nomination Committee Bill Chase appointed a nominating committee of Vince Bruno, Rosella Webb, and Larry Wilkins. This committee will present a slate of officers at the October meeting. Consideration and Possible Action - Adopt Park and Recreation Department Vision Statement Ed Hersh read the vision statement that was prepared by the Parks administrative staff. The Pearland Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to promoting a higher quality of life for our present and future residents. We strive to offer a variety of life -enriching programs develop parks, and maintain facilities that are safe and accessible to all. Michelle Lilie made a motion to adopt the vision statement as presented. The motion was seconded by Vince Bruno. Motion approved 7-0. -3- Consideration and Possible Action - Adopt Department Promotional's Plan ,.t Ed Hersh reported that staff wanted to purchase bumper stickers and pens with the following logo. We are hoping to reach more citizens and inform them about the Parks and Recreation Department and the programs we have to offer. Promoting a higher quality of life Pearland Parks & Recreation Rosella Webb made a motion to adopt the Department's Promotional's Plan as presented. The motion was seconded by Larry Wilkins. Motion approved 7-0. Other'Business None. ADJOURNMENT: Nell Fuller made a motion to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded by Rosella Webb. Motion approved, 7-0. Ed announced that the oowftOctober meeting will be scheduled after Claude Rogers has completed a final draft of the Independence Park Master Plan. The Board will be notified by mail of the scheduled date. Meeting adjourned at 8:45 P.M. Minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected this _ day of October, A.D., 1995. ATTEST: , Secretary -4- Bill Chase, Chairman