1995-08-03 PARKS, RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION MINUTESAugust 1995 Minutes
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND PARKS RECREATION
AND BEAUTIFICATION BOARD, HELD ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 3, 1995, AT
7:00 P.M., AT THE PEARLAND COMMUNITY CENTER, 3523 LIBERTY DR.,
PEARLAND TEXAS.
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 P.M., with the following
present:
Vince Bruno
Retta Absher
Bari Scherrer
Bobby Stevener
Rosella Webb
Larry Wilkins
Ed Hersh
Chairman Pro-Tem
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Parks & Recreation Director
Absent from the meeting were Chairman Bill Chase, Secretary
Michelle Lilie, and Board Member Nell Fuller.
Special guests in attendance were Carl Fuerst and Claude Rogers
from Leisure Concepts and Design, Inc., consultants retained by
City Council to re -design Independence Park.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES•
Bobby Stevener made a motion to accept the minutes of the June 19,
1995 Board Meeting as presented. The motion was seconded by
Larry Wilkins.
Motion approved 5-0.
EXCUSED ABSENCE
Bobby Stevener made a motion to excuse the absences of Vince Bruno,
Michelle Lilie, Nell Fuller, and Rosella Webb from the June 19,
1995 Board Meeting. The motion was seconded by Retta Absher.
Motion approved 5-0.
PARK BOARD CHAIRMAN'S REPORT:
None.
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Director's Report
Centennial Park Update- Ed reported that the development of the
park is on schedule.
Independence Park Master Plan- This subject will be addressed
during the New Business section.
July 4th Celebration- We were honored to have Congressman DeLay as
the guest speaker for this year's festivities. This year's
attendance was 2,000, a good number when considering the inclement
weather.
City Entry Sign- At the July 31 City Council meeting, Council
awarded the Entry Sign Bid to D. L. Meacham Construction Company,
for the construction and installation of the City entrance sign
along FM 518, one tree line east of existing sign. Staff is in the
process of completing the paperwork.
Recreation Specialist- Staff is pleased to announce the addition of
Sue DuBois as the new Recreation Specialist. She is replacing Kate
Brasko who was promoted to Athletic/Aquatic Supervisor, and will
begin her position August 17, 1995.
ASA Softball Championship- Ed and Kate presented a trophy that was
won by the Texas Stars coached by Brett Upton from Pearland. This
,^ local team competed against 120 teams at the ASA State Tournament
and took first place.
School Bond Election- Ed announced that a School Bond Election
would be held in September, and after discussions with Jim
Schleider, Superintendent of P.I.S.D., learned that seven
classrooms and a gymnasium would be included in the expansion of
Jamison Middle School. Mr. Schleider has stated he would be in
favor of designating that school as a second City Recreation
Center. Ed asked if the Board would be interested in endorsing the
election for the purpose of using Jamison Middle School as a second
City Recreation Center.
Bari Scherrer asked when the site would be available? Ed replied
that it would be 2 - 3 years.
Retta Absher asked if there would be a similar facility at
Centennial Park. Ed stated that Centennial Park would not house
any type of indoor facility.
Bobby Stevener made a motion to endorse the School Bond Election
for expansion of Jamison Middle School with the purpose that it be
designated as a second City Recreation Center.
Larry Wilkins seconded the motion.
Motion approved 5-0.
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Bari Scherrer asked Ed if all of the trees at Centennial Park would
AOMEN be removed during the construction phase of the park. Ed responded
that some would be left, and that the ones being removed would be
replaced with evergreen trees.
Ed introduced staff that was present for the meeting:
Ron Paulus, Parks Crew Leader
Amy Andrews, Recreation Center Supervisor
Kate Brasko, Athletic/Aquatic Supervisor
Sherry Reed, Department Secretary
John Duston, representative from Hyde Park, was also introduced at
the meeting.
Bari Scherrer asked if January 1996 is still the scheduled
finishing date for Centennial Park. Ed answered at this point,
yes.
Bari Scherrer expressed her appreciation to the staff on the
flexibility and accommodations that were given to her during this
summer's recreational programs.
Larry Wilkins complimented the pool staff for their dedication to
customer service and the pride they take in maintaining a clean
facility.
Retta Absher complimented the Day Camp Staff for a job well done!
Bobby Stevener added that the piano teacher at the Recreation
Center was great!
Committee Reports
Tree Survey Committee Report- Bobby Stevener reported that the
committee's next meeting would be held around the middle of August
and he would give an update at the September meeting.
Unfinished Business
None
New Business
Independence Park Master Plan Presentation
Ed introduced Carl Fuerst and Claude Rogers of Leisure Concepts and
Designs, Inc. This firm has been hired as the consultants to
complete a park master plan on the renovation of Independence Park
and the swimming pool.
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Carl Fuerst presented a slide presentation/discussion on the
AN„" opportunities and options available for a family aquatic facility
and future park needs. A survey/questionnaire was handed out to
the Board Members for their opinions on the important issues for
this park. Upon making determinations for the park, Mr. Fuerst
emphasized a point to remember, "Neighborhood parks and facilities
need to appear equal or even better than the neighborhoods in which
we live."
Other Business
None.
ADJOURNMENT:
Larry Wilkins made a motion to adjourn the meeting. The motion was
seconded by Retta Absher.
Motion approved, 5-0.
The next meeting is scheduled for the third Monday in September,
(9-18-95).
Meeting adjourned at 9:20 P.M.
Minutes approved as submitted and/or corrected this 19 day of
September, A.D., 1995.
ATTEST:
Michelle Lilie, Secretary
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Bill Chase, Chairman