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March 1994 Minutes
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND PARKS, RECREATION
AND BEAUTIFICATION BOARD, HELD ON MONDAY, MARCH 21 , 1994, 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
Bari Scherrer Chairman Pro-tem
James Skipper Secretary
Retta Absher Board Member
Nell Fuller Board Member
Michelle Lilie Board Member
Tootie McComb Board Member
01" Bob Pond Board Member
Gary Walters Board Member (entered shortly after
meeting started)
Ed Hersh Parks & Recreation Director
Sherry Reed Parks & Recreation Secretary
Absent from the meeting was Council Liaison, D. A. Miller, Jr.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
James Skipper made a motion to accept the minutes of the
February 21 , 1994 Board Meeting as presented. Bari Scherrer
seconded the motion.
Motion passed 8 - 0 .
STAFF REPORTS:
Centennial Park (McLean Park) Project- Ed Hersh reported that staff
has been working with the consultants preparing the plans and
specifications for the bid process.
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Hyde Park- Ed Hersh stated that this information would be addressed
under New Business.
Tree Grant Program: Ed Hersh reported that this information would
be addressed under New Business.
Entrance Signs Project: Ed Hersh reported that Vernon Henry &
Associates are still working on the designs of the signs.
Financial Report: Included in the Park Board packet.
Activity Report- Tootie McComb requested that asterisks be placed
on the report to show groups which are receiving reduced rates or
free use of the facilities.
PARK BOARD CHAIRMAN'S REPORT:
None.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
I. By-Laws Update
Bob Pond presented the recommended changes that the
committee determined. Discussion and explanation was
held. Bill Chase stated that the By-Laws will be voted
Am` on at the April 18, 1994 meeting.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
I . Centennial Parade
James Skipper gave parade ideas. Tootie McComb
suggested that she would like to see students (2 or 3)
from the Parks & Recreation programs be represented
in the parade.
Retta Absher and Bari Scherrer were appointed as
parade coordinators to contact participants for the
parade. Bill Chase stated that he would like to see
the Park Board members ride in the parade if possible.
NEW BUSINESS:
I . Swimming Pool Hours
Ed Hersh presented the proposed Summer Swimming Pool
Hours. Tootie McComb asked if the 1994 season would
include Water Aerobics for Senior Citizens.
Ed Hersh replied that he was in the process of looking
for a Water Aerobics Instructor. Discussion followed.
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Jim Skipper made a motion to approve the Swimming Pool
Hours with the addition of Adult Swim/ Seniors to the
7: 00-8:45 A.M. time slot. Gary Walters seconded the
motion.
Motion passed 7-1, with Nell Fuller voting no.
II . Hyde Park Concept Plan
Ed Hersh introduced Dave Bilicki , John Dustin, and
Nancy Taylor of the Banberry Cross Homeowner's
Association. Ed presented the proposed Hyde Park
Concept Plan with explanation and discussion following.
Michelle Lilie made a motion to approve the Hyde Park
Concept Plan as presented, Bari Scherrer seconded the
motion.
Motion passed 7-0.
III . City Hall Concept Plan
Ed Hersh presented the proposed City Hall Concept Plan.
This plan includes the 200 trees that are funded through
a SBA and Texas Forest Service grant which the City was
awarded. Installation of the trees will begin in early
April with completion by April 30, 1994 . Explanation and
discussion followed. Bob Pond made a motion to approve
„` the City Hall Concept Plan as presented, with Michelle
Lilie seconding the motion.
Motion passed 6-0 .
COMMUNICATIONS:
None.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Spring Registration - Ed Hersh reported that Spring Registration is
going well . As of Monday, March 21, 1994 , 329 people had
registered for classes with a revenue of $4 ,800.00 being taken in.
Independence Park - Ed Hersh discussed the enhancements that have
been made in and around the Pool area. These enhancements include
sidewalk improvements on both sides of the bridge by Rotary
Playground, and a walkway to the restroom which will be constructed
in April .
Bob Pond asked if the Independence Ball Park would be eliminated
when the road from the High School comes through. Ed Hersh replied
that it would be eliminated.
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Easter Egg Hunt - Ed Hersh discussed Board Member's assignments and
high hopes for another successful Easter Egg Hunt, planned for
March 26, 1994.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Gary Walters discussed the careless driving out at Centennial Park
by teens. Ed Hersh reported that construction would be starting
soon, with the drainage and earthwork being done first.
ADJOURNMENT:
Nell Fuller made a motion to adjourn the meeting. The motion was
seconded by Bari Scherrer.
Motion approved, 6 - 0 .
The next meeting is scheduled for the third Monday in April ,
(4-18-94) .
Meeting adjourned at 8: 35 P.M.
Minus approved as submitted and/or corrected this /6/day of
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Bill Chase, Chairman
ATTEST:
J es Skipper, Se tart'
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