2017-08-10 PARKS, RECREATION AND BEAUTIFICATION BOARD MINUTESMINUTES — REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND PARKS, RECREATION, &
BEAUTIFICATION BOARD, HELD ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2017 AT 8:15 A.M., AT 4141
BAILEY ROAD, PEARLAND, TX 77584.
I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 8:15 a.m.
II. BOARD MEMBER ROLL CALL
Buck Stevens Chair
Ted Mittica Co -Chair
Vicky Smith Board Member
Bethany Earl Board Member
Chris Orlea Parks & Recreation, Director
Carry Capers Parks & Recreation, Assistant Director
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — July
Quorum was not met and Minutes could not be approved.
IV. BOARD REPORT
Mr. Stevens — no new items to report.
Mr. Mittica — no new items to report.
Ms. Smith — no new items to report.
V. DISCUSSION REGARDING SKATE PARK LOCATION
Mr. Orlea discussed a possible location for a new skate park. Per Mr. Orlea, land
availability is limited at this time. However, there may be some availability in the Alvin
area that could be used as park land. There is also the possibility of dividing the skate park
into two separate parks of smaller size. Mr. Orlea offered to provide Mr. Stevens with a
parcel map to present to groups and possible investors.
Ms. Smith inquired about the next steps being taken in regards to Woodcreek Park. Mr.
Orlea noted drawings have been procured and contractors are ready to go once POs have
been issued (funded). The park is slated to receive new picnic pavilions, a new
playground, tree work, and a rehab on the bridge.
VI. DISCUSSION REGARDING VOLUNTEERS/YARDWISE/COMMUNITY GARDEN
Mr. Stevens asked if the Senior Center, or any volunteers with Parks & Recreation, would
consider working with Keep Pearland Beautiful on some nature/gardening projects. Mr.
Stevens also talked about the "adopt a waterway" project. Mr. Orlea noted this project is
still underway and sponsored by TCEQ; it will be rolled out via the Engineering
Department in the next few months.
VII. DISCUSSION REGARDING FY18 BUDGET SCHEDULE
Mr. Orlea noted material is available on the City website for the FY18 Budget. The kick-off
meeting is this coming Saturday, 8/12. On 9/25, the resolution will be in place to adopt the
FY18 Budget and the 5-year CIP. Per Mr. Orlea, more detailed information is available on
the website.
Mr. Orlea noted a change in how the budget is processed this year. A "scorecard" will be
provided with each budget request outlining/explaining the need. Per Mr. Orlea, this will
help provide information regarding the budget and help the Board and Council provide
direction for Parks & Recreation.
VIII. DISCUSSION REGARDING DIVERSITY INCLUSION PLAN PRESENTATION
Mr. Orlea noted that Dr. Carmen Carter will be presenting the outcome of the Diversity
Inclusion plan/study to City Council. Due to technical difficulties, only part of the
presentation will be presented. Mr. Orlea then went into a brief overview of the categories
Dr. Carter will cover. Dr. Carter is due to present at the next City Council meeting.
IX. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Mr. Orlea presented the following project updates:
➢ Independence Park is in its final value engineering phase with bidding contractors.
➢ Green Tee Terrance and Shadow Creek Ranch Trail are both in design phases
and underway.
➢ The Nature Center bid review did not go as planned and another process was
created for reviewing bids.
➢ Boardwalk project being initiated on the south side of Centennial Park (by the
wetlands). A residential development will be creating a loop (trail) and installing
educational components for children.
➢ JHEC trail on the schedule for lighting in Phase Two.
Ms. Capers also added the Forever Parks Foundation will be supporting the Outdoor
Recreation Initiative. This is a scholarship program for at -risk youth and families with
financial limitations. This will also include some adult programming.
Ms Earl also noted in the future publicizing Parks & Recreation month (July) earlier so the
Board could be incorporated into the activities for Parks & Recreation. Ms. Earl suggested
having a pop-up play event at different parks every month of July. Ms. Capers also noted
we will be working with neighborhood HOAs to promote Parks & Recreation.
Mr. Orlea also noted the TAAF Winter games will be taking place January 12-14, 2018.
Registration will begin September 2017.
X. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:36 a.m.
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