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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/09/1996 - Regular Agenda - Parks BoardW[�'r�l►`t 1. Approval of Minutes a) Joint Parks & Recreation Board and Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting -- February 7, 1996 b) Parks & Recreation Board Meeting -- February 13, 1996 2. Dear Visitors 3. Discussion of Parkland in Zone 9 4. Discussion of surveys for youth programs 5. Discussion of comprehensive plan schedule 6. Capital Improvement Program Report 7. Other Business/Board Concerns -- MINUTES -- PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 1996 - 7:00 P.M. ROCK PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3400 WELSH LIBRARY MEMBERS PRESENT: Ron Gay, Chair; Bob DeOtte, Vice Chair; Carol Reynolds; Greg Taggart; Debra Anderson; Mike Manson; and Nancy Crouch, Council Liaison MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Steve Beachy, Director; Ric Ploeger, Asst. Director; Jane Kee, City Planner; Veronica Morgan, Assistant City Engineer; and Bridgette George, Staff Assistant VISITORS: Mr. Don Garrett; Starlet Licona; Cindy Stephens; RuthAnn Gray; J. P. Gougler; Curran Kennedy; Jody Gougler 1. Approval of Minutes: Minutes for the joint Parks and Recreation Board and Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting on February 7, 1996, were approved as submitted. Minutes for the Parks and Recreation Board meeting on February 13, 1996, were approved as submitted. 11. Hear Visitors: No unscheduled visitors were present. Ill. Discussion of Parkland in Zone 9: Jane Kee, City Planner, handed out and displayed a map depicting the area of discussion. Ms. Kee stated that she was bringing this information to the Board for their review. She was not asking for a decision or direction that night, but wanted the Board to take a look at the proposed area and be ready to make a recommendation to the City Council within the next month or so. There is currently no park in zone 9. Ms. Kee pointed out the area being proposed for parkland and also showed current creeks that run through zone 9. Veronica Morgan, Asst. City Engineer, explained the map in more detail. She Mr. Don Garrett stated that his clients would like to build a neighborhood with only one entrance to the area. He informed the Board that the area they want to offer, is not inaccessible for development purposes; but would be good for a neighborhood park. The area is approximately 3-4 acres. Approximately 70 houses are scheduled to be built in that neighborhood. Steve asked the Board to keep in mind that accessibility and visibility of a park contribute to its success. He also mentioned that accessibility from future surrounding developments will be a key issue. It's also important that all of the land proposed not be in the floodplain. Steve stated that he would set up a time to go and view the proposed site. IV. Discussion of Surveys for Youth Programs: Steve reviewed the survey sent to the school district last week. He reminded the board that that issue relates to one of the council's strategic issues regarding youth -at -risk. The survey results will be relayed to the board upon completion. Steve stated that the girl's softball survey will be sent out in the next few weeks at the conclusion of the season. He indicated that there would probably be a separate survey for the participants, as well as for the parents. V. Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Schedule: Jane reminded the Board about the two future meetings with HOK. The first one will be Tuesday, April 23, 7:00 p.m., at the Conference Center. The meeting will focus on the thoroughfare plan, traffic and transportation issues and will be open to the public. The second one will be Tuesday, April 30, at the same time and place and will cover land use, utilities, and parks. After these two meetings, there will be a formal public hearing with the Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for sometime in May. Then the city will proceed with the adoption phase. Mike asked if the board members would be able to meet with HOK again to convey their concerns about the parks portion of the plan. Jane stated no, but encouraged the members to submit their concerns in writing through staff to HOK. She also reminded the board that HOK's scope of services regarding parks may not be as detailed as the Parks Board would like. It will be up to staff to implement the plan in more detail. Ron decided that he and Greg would get together with staff and write a letter to HOK addressing the board's concerns. They will write the letter next week and let other board members review it prior to submitting it to HOK. VI. Capital Improvement Program Report: Ric reported that the stainless steel gutters were installed at Southwood Pool. Sandstone Park is complete and all of the trees are planted. The Pebble Creek bid opening will be Monday, April 15. If bids are within budget they will go to Council for approval the following week. The Lincoln Center/Wayne Smith complex design is ongoing with design completion in April. One issue being considered is the addition of a fourth field, although the Masterplan calls for three. The Wolf Pen Creek playground improvements are complete. This makes the third handicap accessible playground in College Station. Central Park improvement plans are being reviewed. Vi. Other Business/Board Concerns: Greg commended Steve and his staff for the quality work they do. Carol asked if the department had received any information regarding the renaming of Southwood Pool. Steve stated that he would fax her information so that she could help with the proceedings of that issue. Mike inquired about the cows and adjacent fence removed at Lick Creek Park. Steve stated that the owner must have removed the fence and stated that the department is looking at helping pay for a portion of the new fence. Nancy asked if the board had seen the report from Brazos 20/20 Vision regarding parks. She suggested taking a look at it before addressing HOK. Steve stated that he would send a report to each board member. Some discussion took place regarding the Straight Shot. Ric mentioned that it was a good course, but being new, it led to some problems. He stated that running the course down Texas Avenue was very costly and that the current course is a more efficient way to conduct it. Steve stated that participants will receive a letter addressing the problems encountered in the race. ViI. Adiourn: The meeting adjourned at 8:43 p.m. APPROVED: Ron Gay, Board Chairman Date Attest: Bridgette George CPS, Board Secretary Date Parks Board Minutes April 9, 1996Page 2 of 2 CITY OF COLLEGE STATION Post Office Box 9966 1101 'Texas Avenue College Station, 'Texas 77€142-9960 (409) 764-3500 April 4, 1996 UNTRUE .[RU01,� �i TO: \ ,'` Parks & Recreation Board FROM: \r Steve Beachy, Director of Parks & Recreation SUBM CT: ITEMS OF 1WEREST 1. The Aggieland Straight Shot XIS! which was held on Saturday, March 30, had a total of 577 participants: 209 in the 10k, 177 in the 5k, 85 in the mile, and 106 in the fitness walk. The cities that were represented included Austin, Bedias, Beeville, Belton, Bremond, Brenham, Bryan, Cedar Hills, College Station, Conroe, Dallas, Denton, Fayetteville Ark, Franklin, Fredricksburg, Giddings, Hearne, Hickory Creek, Houston, Huntington, Huntsville, Iola, Irving, Killeen, Lake Jackson, League City, Lewisville, Madisonville, Marlin, McAllen, Midway, Navasota, New Braunfels, Rockdale, Round Rock, Salado, San Clemente CA, Spring, State College PA, Temple, Tomball, Waco, Weatherford, and Webster. A total of 266 females participated and 311 males. Problems were experienced with the course that resulted in misdirection of some participants. For this reason accurate results for the 10k portion were impossible to determine. We are trying to determine what went wrong and how to prevent this type of problem from occurring in the future. The overall location and route are very good for this event and, hopefully, we can have it there in future years. 2. The Varsity High School Girl's Fast -Pitch Softball Tournament was held on Saturday, March 30, at Central Park Softball Complex. A total of fourteen teams participated in the tournament. Those teams included Tomball, Huntsville, St. Pius Episcopal, Magnolia, Lamar, St. Agnes, Killeen, Rockdale, A&M Consolidated, Livingston, Bryan, Pflugerville, and Klein Oak. A total of 46 games were played on Saturday and Concession sales were approximately $ 1,300. 3. Adult Volleyball will begin the week of April 8, and consists of 10 teams. Adult Basketball will begin the week of April 8, and consists of 6 teams. Registration for Summer Girl's Slow -Pitch Softball will begin April 29. The ASA Men's and Coed Collegiate/Intramural State Tournament is scheduled for April 19-21. 4. Pebble Creek Park Development plans and specs have been completed and bids for the project are due April 15. Bids and recommendations for the Home of 'Texas A&M University contractor will be presented to Council on April 25. Construction is to begin the first week in May. The plans include a '/2mile jogging trail, basketball court, shelter, 2 playgrounds, practice ball and soccer fields, drinking fountains, trees, irrigation, fitness stations, and area lighting. 5. Pathways to Fishing: for the third year the Aggie Anglers, Texas Parks & Wildlife, and the College Station Parks & Recreation Department have cosponsored this very popular fishing event. The program was staged at Central Park Pond to start directly after the annual Easter Egg Hunt. The timing of the two events and good weather produced a bumper crop of young anglers. Participation reached over 300 youngsters this year. Kids, as well as parents, learned at different stations about the fish and how to cast. Then they were turned lose on the pond with poles, bait, hot dogs, and drinks. 6. Arbor Day is scheduled for April 26, 1996, at Willow Branch Intermediate School, 105 Holik, at 1:30 p.m. The program is still being finalized, but will include: participation by the school's Student Council; presentation of an Arbor Day flag to the school; presentation of the citys eleventh Tree City U.S.A. award; and the planting of a Live Oak on the school grounds. 7. Little League Baseball season began on ' Monday, April 1st. All facilities were in good shape and the only problem that has occurred is the lack of snow cones available at the new temporary tee ball fields. The teams have to send a representative to the Little League Concession Stand to pick up the snow cone trays. This is a distance of about 150 yards. We do not have any capability to provide this service at the tee ball sites due to their temporary nature. 8. Wolf Pen Creek events - We had a good opening concert last Saturday featuring Otis Day and the Knights. Unfortunately, attendance was only 220 people. This was primarily due to the large number of events taking place on Saturday. Also, our season brochure was not mailed out on time due to problems with the printing company. Hopefully, we will increase attendance during the next several months with many exciting events planned. 1996 marks the first year that the amphitheater will be used for a political event, a religious event and a private party. This illustrates the versatility of the facility. We remain confident that the 1996 Season will be the best ever. 9. Two KOK meetings have been scheduled for review of the city's land use plan. The first one is scheduled for April 23, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the transportation portion of the plan. The second one will be April 30, at 7:00 p.m. and will cover parks, land use, and urban design. Both meetings will be held at the Conference Center. Copies: Skip Noe, City Manager Tom Brymer, Assistant City Manager PARD Superintendents TIZ-OCK PRAIRIE/GREENS PRAIRIE PROPOSED THOROUGHFARE PLAN 1996 1. Southwood Pool Renovation Project Number: PK9502 Budget: $219,000 Contract Amount: $35,000 - Design; $194,805 - Repair Project Manager: Eric Ploeger Design: H.S.1, Consulting Architects Comments/Status: HSI began inspection and testing of the pool in early July. Plans and specifications were prepared and bid. The bid opening was December 5, 1995. The low bidder, Mid -Continental Restorations, was recommended to the City Council on December 14, 1995. The project came in over budget. Staff and the architect negotiated a reduction change order to lower the cost as much as possible. Additional funds were obtained from the completed Thomas Park improvement project. Renovation began January 10, 1996. A change order was recently completed that will add stainless steel gutters to the project. , Task: Project Design: July - September 1995 Advertise & Award: November - December 1995 Complete: May 1996 2. Sandstone Park Development Project Number: PK N/A Budget: $250,000 Contract Amount: $194,003 - Marek Brothers Project Manager: Eric Ploeger Design: In-house Comments/Status: The preliminary design for the park was approved by Council January 25, 1995. Construction plans were prepared by the Parks Planning Staff. Bids were opened July 6, 1995, with Marek Brothers as the low bid at $194,003. This bid was accepted by the City Council on July 13, 1995. Construction began in late August. A Small Business Administration Tree Grant was approved for this park for approximately $15,000. The landscape portion of the project was bid out the week of January 2, 1996. The tree planting portion of the project was awarded to Brazos Services, Construction of the park is complete and tree installation will be completed by the end of March. The Park's dedication was held on April 2, at 5:30 p.m. Task: Project Design: February - March 1995 Advertise & Award: March - July 1995 Complete: March - 1996 CIP Report 04/09/96 Page (2) 3. PEBBLE CREEK PARK DEVELOPMENT Project Number: PK9504 Budget: $200,000 Contract Amount: N/A Project Manager: Eric Ploeger Project Design: PARD Planning Comments/Status: Initial meetings with CSISD staff have occurred to prioritize needed facilities. Public hearings were held October 10 and November 12, 1995. The preliminary site plan was approved by the school board on November 20, 1995. The plan was presented to the City Council on December 13, 1995, Competitive bids for the park's construction will be opened April 15, 1996, Task: Project Design: January - February 1996 Advertisement & Award: March - April 1996 Complete: August 1996 4e LINCOLN CENTER/WAVNE SMITH BASEBALL COMPLEX Project Number: PK9505 Budget: $1,230,000 - 1995 Bond Contract Amount: Design $84,490 Project Manager: Eric Ploeger Project Design: HSI Consulting Architects Comments/Status: After review of 16 proposals by Architectural firms, the staff recommended HSI Architects of Bryan to the City Council. The City Council approved this selection. The contract was signed in early February and the initial meeting with staff took place on February 27, The conceptual design phase should be completed in April. Task: Project Design: February - July 1996 Advertisement & Award: August 1996 - September 1996 Complete: August 1997 Project Number: N/A Budget: $55,000 Contract Amount: $47,667 If approved - Custom Sports Surfacing Project Manager: David Gerling Project Design: Comments/Status: Bids are to be opened January 16, 1996. This project will replace the synthetic flooring in the gym. This item was approved by the City Council on February 8, 1996. The project was completed in late March, Task: Project Design: January 1996 Advertisement & Award: January - February 1996 Complete: March 1996 CIP Report 04/09/96 Page (3) 6. Wolf Pen Creek Playground Improvements Project Number: N/A Budget: $24,000 Zone 3 Parkland Dedication Funds Contract Amount: N/A Project Manager: Peter Vanecek Project Design: Parks Planning Comments/Status: This project will convert the existing playground into a handicap accessible facility through the use of a rubber cushion in place of the pea gravel. This item also calls for additional benches and improvements to the playground itself. The handicap accessible rubber cushioning is complete. Task: Project Design: February 1996 Advertisement & Award: March 1996 Complete- April 1996 7. Central Park Improvements Project Number: N/A Budget: $37,500 Zone 3 Parkland Dedication Funds Contract Amount: N/A Project Manager: Peter Vanecek Project Design: Park Planning Comments/Status: This project includes sidewalks to include handicap ramps, a picnic shelter with slab and picnic tables, a handicap accessible drinking fountain, a new slide in the playground and electrical work. Preliminary plans are currently being reviewed. Some of the work will be performed by parks' crews and the Facilities Maintenance Department. Task: Project Design: Advertisement & Award. Complete: TJ TEXAS A.&M UNIVERSITY ?k li l• Athletic Department College Station, Texas 77843-1228 March 11, 1996 Steve Beachy City of College Station Parks and Recreation P.O. Box 9960 College Station, TX 77842 Dear Steve, On behalf of the Texas A&M Women's and Men's Swimming and Diving teams, I would like to personally thank you and your staff for supplying bleachers for the 1996 SWC Swimming and Diving Championships held at our new pool. Scott Hooks, Paul Rucker, and their workers went the extra mile for us by delivering and setting up the bleachers before the meet and taking them down and picking them up after the meet. They did a great job by washing the bleachers thoroughly before they were brought in and took precautions not to harm the tile once on the pool deck. We want to thank you all for your willingness to help make our SWC Championships a quality competition. Sincer , V^ . Jay Ho es Assistant Men's Swimming Coach JH:jh MARCH 14,1996 lira: IM '[W S AGAIN, SKE, OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR SOUTH DISTRICT COLLEGE STATION PARKS AND RECREATION �� SW14� John Crompton, President � AGS: The College Station .- Bryan Swim Club 1000 Rose Circle N College Station, TX. 77840 March 18, 1996 Mr. Steve Beachy Director, Parks and Recreation Department P.O. Box 9960 College Station, Texas 77840-9966 Dear Steve, Thank you for the extraordinary support you and the Recreation and Park Department's staff provided for the Texas Age Group Swimming Championships which the Aggie Swim Club hosted at A&M's Student Recreation Center last weekend. The event was a recreational and economic success. There were 1,040 entries from out of town, and each individual swam an average of 4-5 different events. The Championships started Thursday afternoon and continued all day Friday, Saturday and Sunday. We estimate that approximately 1,500 bedroom nights were sold in local hotels, so the economic impact was substantial. The State Association was so impressed with the Club's organization of the meet that they formally voted to award it to us on any future occasion that we elect to bid for it. That is an unprecedented vote of confidence and appreciation. All of this was accomplished through the outstanding cooperation which the club received from other organizations, especially your department. You offered valuable counsel on handling our guests' needs, provided us with large maps with key local places of interest on them, and most importantly arranged for bleachers to be taken from the Junior High Natatorium and elsewhere to the pool. Bleachers for the deckside at the A&M pool have not yet arrived, and without them we could not have efficiently housed the swimmers. I know this was a substantial logistics challenge for your staff, but you never hesitated in volunteering the Department's support. The enthusiastic and responsive assistance provided by you and your staff meant a lot to our volunteer group, Steve, and we're very appreciative. Thank you. Sincerely, John L. Crompton President xc: Mr. Skip Noe, City Manager HARDING RESOURCES 9203 WATERFORD DRIVE COLLEGE STATION, TX 77845 14 March 1996 The Honorable Larry J. Ringer City of College Station College Station, Texas 77840 Subject: Appointment to the City of College Station Parks Board Larry It is with regret that I must submit my resignation from the City of College Station Parks Board. The reasons for my resignation are because of my extended travel plans that will take me on a foreign assignment for 3-4 months beginning the first of April 1996. 1 have sincerely enjoyed being a member of the Parks Board because it is truly exciting to be a part of the tremendous group of dedicated employees that work for the C.S. Parks Department. I look forward to being able to serve the city of College Station in the future in some capacity, and hopefully on the Parks Board. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to serve on the Parks Board, because it was personally rewarding. Sin erely, W. Ha ding cc: = Steve Beachy Ron Gay Nancy Crouch Lynn Mcllhaney �s I if' 11 (Inn// k r-v/ let •., ... '..-�'�".L4s"'`/�..yF � v+�.�wG�f 0 � � ._... �� � W�..�+✓ ls' �a€e^j4 E�'Lw�J®'�'1.-.._ i..✓' 'A �'� � .r.;%P �yr ! i!i a crr' -- MINUTES -- PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 1996 - 7:00 P.M. ROCK PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3400 WELSH LIBRARY MEMBERS PRESENT: Ron Gay, Chair; Bob DeOtte, Vice Chair; Carol Reynolds; Greg Taggart; Debra Anderson; Mike Manson; and Nancy Crouch, Council Liaison MEMBERS ABSENT. None STAFF PRESENT: Steve Beachy, Director; Ric Ploeger, Asst. Director; Jane- Kee, City Planner; Veronica Morgan, Assistant City Engineer; and Bridgette George, Staff Assistant VISITORS: Mr. Don Garrett; Starlet Licona; Cindy Stephens; RuthAnn Gray; J. P. Gougler; Curran Kennedy; Jody Gougler 1. Approval of Minutes: Minutes for the joint Parks and Recreation Board and Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting on February 7, 1996, were approved as submitted. Minutes for the Parks and { Recreation Board meeting on February 13, 1996, were approved as submitted. 11. Near Visitors: No unscheduled visitors were present. 111. Discussion of Parkland in Zone 9: Jane Kee, City Planner, handed out and displayed a map depicting the area of discussion. Ms. Kee stated that she was bringing this information to the Board for their review. She was not asking for a decision or direction that night, but wanted the Board to take a look at the proposed area and be ready to make a recommendation to the City Council within the next month or so. There is currently no park in zone 9. Ms. Kee pointed out the area being proposed for parkland and also showed current creeks that run through zone 9. Veronica Morgan, Asst. City Engineer, explained the map in more detail. She Mr. Don Garrett stated that his clients would like to build a neighborhood with only one entrance to the area. He informed the Board that the area they want to offer, is not inaccessible for development purposes, but would be good for a neighborhood park. The area is approximately 3-4 acres. Approximately 70 houses are scheduled to be built in that neighborhood. Steve asked the Board to keep in mind that accessibility and visibility of a park contribute to its success. He also mentioned that accessibility from future surrounding developments will be a key issue. It's also important that all of the land proposed not be in the floodplain. Steve stated that he would set up a time to go and view the proposed site. IV. Discussion of Surveys for Youth Programs: Steve reviewed the survey sent to the school district last week. He reminded the board that that issue relates to one of the council's strategic issues regarding youth -at -risk. The survey results will be relayed to the board upon completion. Steve stated that the girl's softball survey will be sent out in the next few weeks at the conclusion of the season. He indicated that there would probably be a separate survey for the participants, as well as for the parents. M MEMORANDUM TO: Tony Scazerro FROM: Carlos Rodriguez Athletic Asst. College Station Parks and Rec. DATE: 2 May 1996 SUBJECT: Surveys The Girls Fastpitch Softball Surveys were conducted on the week of 15 April 1996. The days were Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The method by which the survey was conducted was by approaching each individual girl (during their games) and ask each question to them and Leigh or myself marking down their answers. The Parents Surveys were conducted the following week of 22 April 1996. The days were Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The method by which this survey was conducted was by handing a survey to one of the two parents who were sitting in the bleachers or around the ball fields and collected them a few minutes later or have the parents turn them into the concession stand. COLLEGE STATION PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT GIRLS FAST PITCH SOFTBALL PARENT SURVE 1. How did you find out about the league: Flier from school - 48 TV - 0 Newspaper, - 13 Friend - 18 Other - 10 Can you think of any other ways to advertise our program at little or no cost? * You could use the school marquee. * PSA's. * CNN Headline News local edition. * Through the College Station Interest page. Poster at retailers. * How about Bryan, schools? * School Athletic Dept.; T.V. spots. * Neighborhood signs or fliers. Local business (i.e. Play It Again- Sports, Golf Shops, etc.). * Contact school P.E. teachers. * Put fliers on bulletin boards at churches, grocery stores, etc. 2. Are you satisfied with the way registration is being handled? A. Very Satisfied - 35 B. Satisfied - 46 C. Dissatisfied - 1 D. Very Dissatisfied - 0 If dissatisfied, what suggestion(s) do you have to make it more convenient for you: Coaches are the worst. * Get info about teams to coaches sooner. * Somewhere besides Central Park. Maybe coordinate with Little League. * Need more late night registration times. * Could repeat players register by mail. 3. Circle the way you would like to see our teams formed: A. current system (in order.. of priority .. age, pitchers/catchers, school, zone) request are granted if they fit the system -.45 B. random selection (in order of priority - age, pitchers/catchers, fielders) - 10 C. let each player select I friend to play with and the 2 players must identify each other on their' entry form, then use the random selection to complete the formation of the'team - 9 D. try -outs (coaches watch each players skills and select team members on a draft basis) - 19 E. other - 4 Current system -fun to play with friends; need to balance age groups. * Tryouts -maybe for older, but not `l0&under: * Keep teams together Within ag&bracket. * Too many coaches have too many of their tournament players on their teams; making some teams have too many unskilled players. Ex. Mustangs. * What about school teams? * By neighborhood or schools. * Play for fun and experience -equal teams, equal chance. Current system for grades up to 6th, therilryouts for older ages. 4. Please circle the format you would like to have the most: A. compact 8 game season (currently in use) - 35 r B. 10 game season (subject to fee change) - 10 C. '12 game season (subject to fee change) - 9 D. 14 game season (subject to fee change) - 3 E. compact 8 game season with an end of the season 'double elimination tournament guaranteed 10 games (subjectto fee`change) -=30 ' F. other - 2 * I think there should be more than one game per week and/or more frequent practices. There have been several weeks where- we have only met as a team once! Girls cannot learn the game like this! * Only if teams are more even in skills! * Compact 8 game season with consistent nights and time lapses between games. * 8 game for coach-pitch/t-ball; 12 game for older groups. * 2 games/week without empty weeks; more practices throughout season. * "All star" type end of season tournament. 5. Are you in favor of the rule that requires all players who attend the games to bat and play a minimum of 2 innings per game? A. yes - 84 B. no 2 * They pay their money just like everyone else. * Would like to see girls rotated in positions to' gain experience in the younger leagues. * Like to have about even innings at end of year. * .I think they should have to attend practice as well. * Only if they attend the majority of practices. * But I believe they should also attend a majority of practices. 6. Which do you prefer? (A) volunteer coaches to teach all participants the game of softball -'71 (B) volunteer coaches to be more interested in competition (winning) - 12 * Fun and learning the game are the only things that matter at this age and in this league! * Younger leagues for fun and older leagues for competition. * Combination of both; coaches should help girls more with techniques. * A' balance of both. 7. Which do you prefer? (A) teams to have as many practices as they want - 3 8 (B) all teams get an equal amount of practice sessions - 38 8. Did you attend a clinic held by Bob Brock (Texas A&M Softball Coach)? A. yes - 50 B. no - 33 If yes, were you satisfied with the clinic? A. Very Satisfied - 23 B. Satisfied - 24 C. Dissatisfied - 7 D. Very Dissatisfied- 0 * Thank you very much! * It was not advertised as being all day; poor, communication: * Did not learn much; maybe if different levels of technique for the more experienced. * Daughter was disenchanted. It was long, too many girls and only covered basics. Maybe -different clinics for each age group with different intensity and technique instruction. It should be for older kids (5th. & above) or separated by age. The girls enjoyed what they were taught. It was not organized because of lack of communication. It was good for the older girls; a4ittle too advanced for the younger ones. Needs to be better organized. Poor communication about the nature and time commitment of the clinic; the girls had flan though, and learned allot; a shorter clinic would be better, for younger girls. 9. Are you in favor of allowing pitchers to pitch as. much as they like, or should they be limited to a certain amount of innings per week? A. Unlimited innings - 31 B. Limited innings - 49 * ASA Rules! * Limited, innings; you don't want a. child to, hurt their arm. * More than one girl should pitch in a game; this would give others a chance to learn to pitch and seems more fair to one-relying.on only one pitcher sets up resentment and if .they're absent, the team is in trouble! * Uncertain; ..one good pitcher currently dominates the league, but nobody seems upset about that. Limited innings need to be enforced., * Unlimited innings at the coach's discretion. All girls should be given opportunity to pitch and play different positions. * Please be sure to have either a T or coaches pitch after 4 balls from child pitcher; last year the walks were terrible to watch and no fielding for girls! * They should let all girls try in the practice sessions because there might be hidden talent. * For health reasons; limited innings because pitching is hard, on the muscles at this age. 10. Are you; satisfied with the way we are handling pictures? A. Very Satisfied - 20 B. Satisfied - 55 C. Dissatisfied 4 D. Very Dissatisfied- 1 If dissatisfied, what suggestion do you have to make pictures better: * It's worked. the best ever. Tryto schedule picture taking on a day, when they are not practicing or playing a game. * If early. in day, have practice, following. * When weather conditions are not favorable, reschedule. Too strict on when pictures are taken. * Needed set times for each team picture so players would be present. * Pictures area waste. * Pictures aren't really necessary, I feel. * Need more notification for date in which pictures are taken. * The only time I am dissatisfied is when the pictures are not ready until after the season; this happens only rarely, but is very inconvenient. * Need a shade or shady area; all girls were squinting! * Should schedule picture day on a game day to help picture attendance. Opening ceremony where pictures could be taken and meet all Saturday. 11. Which do you prefer? (_A.) every participant to receive a trophy with their name on it 50 (B) record the standings and give out awards to 1st and 2nd place teams - 32 * Depends on age -older girls need to have something to strive for. * Everyone can get a trophy but you can award -1st & 2nd places. * Trophy for younger level up to 6th grade; standings and 1 st & 2nd place for older group. 12. Overall, how would you rate your satisfaction with this program? A. Very Satisfied - 28 B. Satisfied - 53 C. Dissatisfied - 3 D. Very Dissatisfied 0 * Teams are too uneven in terms of skill levels. * If possible, screen coaches for positive attitude/ability to work well with children/teach fundamentals of game in a fun atmosphere. 13. How do you prefer that future leagues are organized and operated? A. The program continues to be operated by the College Station Parks and Recreation Department. - 71 B. The. program is operated by the College. Station Little League organization. -12 * Don't like Little League rules; not like high school/college fast pitch! * Our coach's attitude bothers me a bit. He is very much emphasizing competition and winning. I do not like that and feel that there should be a stated philosophy to the effect that winning is not an emphasis at their level! * I am dissatisfied with the way that certain coaches were able to obtain players from another team just because they knew people in the Parks Dept. If there is to be a random selection, then it should be done with the coaches present like they do in Little League. I don't like the drafting policy either. The rest of the program was done well. The pitching clinic was excellent. * I do not like the 4 run rule. I would like to see it go back to the. 7 run rule or play until there is 3 outs. * Operated by the Little League organization for equal monies to be spent on both leagues. * At least (the very least) a girl's little league that can develop these kids. Definitely the College Station Parks Department. * I don't mind either. Have experienced both and both do a good job. I would like to see scoreboards for the girls, like Little League has. * I very strongly prefer C.S. PARD organize league. Our experience with Little League has shown them to be very unorganized, too competitive and to have poor communication to participants. Practice fields need restrooms; real restrooms, not port -a -potties. * Never to Little League! —Geared too much to winning, all-stars. Not enough emphasis on learning, enjoying the game, developing everyone. * Whichever would make it best for the players. Having experience with both, C.S. PARD does a much better job; less politics. * We need to have closer background checks of our coaches. Absolutely no smoking should be allowed at any Little League games around our kids. * Operated by Little League but with ASA rules. PARTICIPANTS SURVEY Are you having fun playing softball this season? YES - 149 NO-0 Are you getting to play a lot? YES - 149 NO-0 Are you learning anything about softball? YES - 126 NO - 13 Do you like your team? YES - 147 NO-2 Would you like to play more games? YES - 145 NO-4 If you attended Bob Brocks clinic did you have fun and learn about softball? YES - 105 NO - 10 C Preface This policy is intended to serve as an outline for individuals or organizations seeking to name City of College Station parks and recreation facilities. This policy is not meant to be all - encompassing, but a helpful guide to make the process more fluid and practical. Each request has unique characteristics and must be addressed as such. This policy attempts to outline the minimum naming requirements as reflected by previous Parks and Recreation Advisory Board decisions and discussions. It may be necessary to supplement, as required, more detailed criteria for this process. 1. All requests for naming a park or facility are to be presented to the Parks and Recreation Department for consideration. For consideration, the requests are to be made by a group or civic organization upon presentation of a petition containing the signature of 25 or more registered voters from the City of College Station. Requests made by individuals will only be considered if the request satisfies Sections 2 a-c of the policy guidelines. Parks do not need to be named after an individual. When named after an individual, the justification must be compelling. 2. The naming request for a recently deceased individual will have a sixty (60) day waiting period from the time of death before the request may be proposed for consideration. 3. The Parks and Recreation Department staff will review the requests for completeness before submitting the item for consideration by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. 4. The chairperson of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board shall appoint a subcommittee that will be responsible for evaluation of the naming request and subsequent recommendation to the full Advisory Board. 5. The subcommittee shall submit its recommendation in a formal written report prior to full review by the Advisory Board. 6. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, by simple majority, shall approve or disapprove the recommendations made by the subcommittee. 7. If the subcommittee's recommendation is for approval and it is disapproved by the full Advisory Board, the matter may then be referred back to the subcommittee for further action. 8. If the subcommittee's recommendation is for denial of the request, no further action is required by the Board. 9. If the proposed naming is approved by the Advisory Board, then the recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for their consideration and final approval or disapproval. Parks and facilities should be named in the following manner: 1. In honor of individuals who donate land for park space; 2. In honor of individuals who sell open space to the City at a value considerably below market value; 3. in honor of individuals or organizations that contribute 50% or better of land and/or money for the park or facility; 4. In honor of national, state, and local heroes; 5. In honor of community leaders whose outstanding personal service has resulted in significant and enduring contributions to the community. Support for the proposed name should include endorsements by other groups, neighborhoods, or organizations. 6. In relation to the predominant geographical characteristics or physical features (lakes, rivers, streams, and trees) of the land; 7. In relation to the subdivisions within the City where the site is located; 8. In relation to streets adjacent to the park; 9. No park shall be given the same name as an existing school site or public facility, except where the sites abut one another. 10. No park or facility officially named for a particular individual will be changed. However, there may be a park or facility that has a common name with no official designation. In this instance the renaming of such properties is sometimes appropriate. Project Number. PK9502 Budget. $219,000 Contract Amount: $35,000 - Design; $194,805 - Repair Project Manager. • Eric Ploeger Design: H.S.I. Consulting Architects Comments/Status: HSI began inspection and testing of the pool in early July, Plans and specifications were prepared and bid. The bid opening was December 5, 1995. The low bidder, Mid -Continental Restorations, was recommended to the City Council on December 14, 1995. The project came in over budget. Staff and the architect negotiated a reduction change order to lower the cost as much as possible. Additional funds were obtained from the completed Thomas Park improvement project. Renovation began January 10, 1996. A change order was recently completed that will add stainless steel gutters to the project. The pool coating is complete and the pool will open on schedule barring any unforeseen problems with the mechanical restoration. Task. Project Design: July -September 1995 Advertise & Award: November - December 1995 Complete: May 1996 Project Number. PK9504 Budget. $200,000 ContractAmount, N/A Project Manager. Eric Ploeger Project Design: PARD Planning Comments/Status: Initial meetings with CSISD staff have occurred to prioritize needed facilities. Public hearings were held October 10 and November 12, 1995, The preliminary site plan was approved by the school board on November 20, 1995. The plan was presented to the City Council on December 13, 1995. Competitive bids for the park's construction were opened April 15, 1996. The project was awarded to Marek Brothers of College Station. Construction will start the week of May 13, 1996. Task., Project Design: January - February 1996 Advertisement & Award. March - April 1996 Complete: August 1996 3. LINCOLN CENTER/WAYNE SMITH BASEBALL COMPLEX Project Number. PK9505 Budget: $1,230,000 - 1995 Bond ContractAmount, Design $84,490 Project Manager. Eric Ploeger Project Design: HSI Consulting Architects Comments/Status: After review of 16 proposals by Architectural firms, the staff recommended HSI Architects of Bryan to the City Council. The City Council approved this selection. The contract was signed in early February and the initial meeting with staff took place on February 27. The conceptual design phase has been completed and the preliminary design phase has begun. Task: Project Design: February - July 1996 Advertisement & Award: August 1996 - September 1996 Complete: August 1997 Project Number: N/A Budget: $37,500 Zone 3 Parkland Dedication Funds Contract Amount. N/A Project Manager: Peter Vanecek Project Design: Parks Planning Comments/Status: This project includes sidewalks to include handicap ramps, a picnic shelter with slab and picnic tables, a handicap accessible drinking fountain, a new slide in the playground and electrical work. Preliminary plans are currently being reviewed. Some of the work will be performed by parks' crews and the Facilities Maintenance Department. Task: Project Design: April 1996 Advertisement & Award: June 1996 Complete: September 1996 Project Number: N/A Budget: $5,800 Contract Amount: N/A Project Manager: Peter Vanecek Project Design: Park Planning Comments/Status: This project includes the resurfacing of the basketball courts at Lincoln Center and Wayne Smith Park. Two bids were received, but both were over budget. This will be rebid later in May. Task: Project Design: April 1996 Advertisement & Award. May 1996 Complete: June -July 1996 CITY OF COLLEGE STATION Post office Sox 9960 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 77842-9960 (409) 764-3500 TO: Bob DeOtte, Parks & Recreation THROUGH: Steve Beachy, Director of Parks & Recreation FROM: /n/ Eric Pioeger, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation DATE: May 8, 1996 SUBJECT: Sports and Recreation Association On Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Bob DeOtte, Debra Anderson, Linda Waltman, and myself met to discuss the formation of the College Station Sports and Recreation Association. During this meeting, various advantages derived from formation of the group along with operational concerns were discussed. I have listed these for future discussion and have attached a draft of the criteria for formation of the Association (C.S.S.R.A.) 1. Coordinate scheduling of leagues and tournaments to minimize conflict. 2. Training for administrators and coaches. 3. Coordinate efforts to seek, bid and host tournaments. 4. Increase public support for future bond elections. Concerns 1. Selection of Chairman: Will this be a Parks Board member? 2. Flow of decisions: Will recommendations be made to the Parks Board then to the PARD staff, or directly to the staff? 3. Resolution of disputes: Will there be an appeal process? Is the final authority with the Parks Board, Director of PARD or the City Council? pe enc. C.S.S.R.A. Draft cc: Ron Gay Steve Beachy Linda Waltman Home of Texas A&M University The purpose of the College Station Sports and Recreation Association shall be to coordinate and promote the planned activities of the various independent athletic organizations and city sponsored leagues, in an effort to provide the citizens of College Station with the opportunity to participate in quality amateur sports programs on or in quality athletic facilities. 1. Membership shall consist of a representative appointed by each recreation/sports organization within the City of College Station. The member is appointed by the Association. Membership is mandatory if an organization wishes to use the city's athletic facilities. 2. New organizations desiring membership in the Association must petition and meet with the Association ninety (90) days prior to the , meeting. Each organization must have Association approval for use of city athletic facilities. MEETINGS 1. Regular meetings will be scheduled quarterly or bi-monthly. These meetings will assign athletic/recreation facilities for league play each season. 2. Special meetings may be called at the request of two (2) or more committee members. 3. All member athletic organizations must be represented at scheduled meetings in order to receive consideration when allocating athletic/recreation facilities. 0:\Parks\80\641 \memo\ric\cssramis\8-May-96 417 University Drive, College Station, Texas 77840 (409) 846-6731 April 12, 1996 Steve Beachy Parks & Recreation Department City of College Station 1101 Texas Ave. S. College Station, TX 77840 Dear Steve, On behalf of A&M United Methodist Church, I want to thank you for all the fantastic support that you and your personnel afforded us in undertaking EASTER AT THE CREEK. We were most satisfied with all our dealings with Parks & Recreation personnel, and we were extremely grateful for your encouragement and guidance. Everyone involved with EASTER AT THE CREEK felt that the event exceeded our expectations, and there is great enthusiasm for building on this experience in 1997. As I mentioned to Anel Bow in a phone conversation with her on Monday, April 8, we are already looking to 1997, when Easter will be on March 30. Please accept this letter as confirming our initial desire to reserve Wolf Pen Amphitheater again for Easter. I have sent a $200 check to Anel to serve as deposit. Once again, thanks for your kindness. We appreciate all that you do as a city servant, and we look forward to seeing you and your family in church in the upcoming weeks. Sincerely, Charles W. Anderson THE TEXAS A.&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM SAFETY AND HEALTH OFFICE I, 343 DULIE BELL BUILDING COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77843-4472 April 15, 1996 City of College Station Office of Emergency Management Division 1000 Krenek Tap Road College Station, TX 77845 Attn: Steve Beachy Emergency Manager (409) 845-2132 (409) 862-4043 FAX E-MAIL: SAFETY@ZEUS.TAMU.EDU I, on behalf of Texas A&M University, would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your department for participating in the Easterwood Airport Exercise on April 11, 1996. At the after exercise critique the consensus was that the Exercise was a great success. Members of the LEPC had the opportunity to test areas that had never been tested before. We appreciate the cooperative efforts of all agencies that participated in the exercise. Your time and efforts allowed the Exercise to run smoothly and be the success it turned out to be. Overall, as always, this was a good learning experience for all. The Exercise Critique will take place at the LEPC meeting on April 18, 4:00 p.m. at the Brazos Center, Room 106. Sincerely, Darlene J. Kennedy Exercise Coordinator Charlotte Slack 2301 Ferguson CircleoCollege StationOTesas®77845 (409) 693-2438 FN8 (409) 693-6695 csiack@tenet.edu April 16,1996 Anel Bow Director, Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater College Station Parks and Recreation Department P.O. Box 9960 College Station, Texas 77842 Dear Anel, I want to thark you.and your staff for helping to make our "Easter at the Creek" s- ti �G:1ti.l 1, i'�ulri1 Q Yo'�:;l l'i `VG e$.�7C11e11LG`lUl- `�.iV lllcl'll�. ,jiCVp1C. I. Vi.L VV Cre sU.pid.,t+IClll1 r4cii us,andwilling to help every step of the way. Hopefully, we didn't drive'you crazy with our endless questions and concerns! We were very impressed with your professional and cooperative manner, and your attention to detail so that everything looked just right. College Station should be proud that someone of your caliber is operating the Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater. I hope you will extend our appreciation to all of the staff who worked on the project. We were very pleased with the event, and have received many nice comments about j it. One of the more amusing comments came from a worshipper who wrote, "This was fabulous! You should do this kind of thing more often, like maybe once a month!" I fainted on the spot. Sincerely, Charlotte Slack "En— ster at the CrliVik" Tii si�tl T' o.-C : Chat it A & M United Methodist Church cc: Steve Beachy Dear 10k Participant, Thank you for being a part of the 14th Annual Aggieland "Straight Shot". As we announced at the end of the race we apologize for the course problems, but hope that your overall enjoyment of the event was not diminished to a great an extent. At this years Aggieland "Straight Shot" we raised a substantial amount of money for Breast Cancer. Our thanks to all the sponsors and businesses that donated money, door prizes, goods and services and their time & effort to make the event happen. It was a race of firsts for the Bryan/College Station Athletic Federation and the event administrators the College Station Parks & Recreation Department. It is the first time in "Straight Shot" history that we did not run from Bryan to College Station down Texas Avenue, the races started and finished at the same location, no busing of runner to and. from the starts and finishes, there were no temporary only permanent restroom facilities and the date was not in February. These and other more subtle changes mark a significant reorganization of this traditional event. The road construction on Texas Avenue will continue on for several more years and until that is completed the race will continue at its present location. I have enclosed the results as we compiled them at the finish line. Also included is a sheet of awards that are not disputed. If you ran the extra distance it has measured out to .95 miles. Here are some questions that we'd like your input on. 1. Did you like the last Saturday in March as the race date? 2. Is the later starting time more or less convenient? 3. Did you enjoy the pre race music and would you like more post race entertainment / activities? 4. Would you like the T-shirt to be optional? 5. _ Did you attend the concert that evening at the amphitheater? Please call us at 764-3486 with your responses, or to make any further suggestions towards the improvement of the event. On behalf of the Bryan/College Station Athletic Federation and the College Station Parks & Recreation Department, I thank all of you who have attended over the years and look forward to the Aggieland "Straight Shot" XV. Tony Scazzero 86 4/9 DEUTSCH , FRANK 59 M STATE COLLEGE PA 57:34 87 5/12 CATLIN , LARRY 48 M BRYAN TX 57.52 Page 1 88 6112 SCHROEDER , GLENN 46 M COLLEGE STATION TX 57:57 FOURTEENTH ANNUAL AGGIELAND "STRAIGHT SHOT' e9 15/19 HOWARD , LANE 30 M BRYAN TX 58:39 TEN KILOMETER ROAD RACE 90 1/9 WOOD , WENDY 41 F COLLEGE STATION TX 58:45 IISATF Certified. Certification TX69035ETM 91 13/17 SIMPSON , JEFF 37 M COLLEGE STATION TX 58:45 College Station / Bryan, Texas March 30, 199G 8:30 A.M. 92 9/11 JANETOPOULDS , CHRIS ,2B M BRYAN TX 58.53 PLF OIV/TOT NAME AS S CITY ST TIME 93 9/16 JENNINGS , BILL 54 M BRYAN TX 39:11 ------ --------------------- -- - -------------- -- - ---- 94 8/9 GUZMAN , JESSE 23 M COLLEGE STATION TX 59:27 1/19 PENFOLD , TAN 30 M HOUSTON TX 33:03 95 4/9 DELEON , ANGEL 21 F COLLEGE STATION TX 39:27 2 2/19 SLATON , KEVIN 33 M WEBSTER TX 35:02 96 16/19 "• CURTIS , RON 31 M COLLEGE STATION TX 59:34 3 1/12 PARKER , DOUG 47 M SPRING TX 36:00 97 10/16 TORBETT , LEE 51 M MARLIN TX 59.39 4 1/9 RUSSELL , PATRICIA 24 F HUNTSVILLE TX 36:54 98 17/19 JERRAM , RICHARD 30 M BRYAN TX 59:46 5 1/17 FULTON , TIM 35 M AUSTIN TX 37:48 99 . 3/8 MADDOX , RUTH 46 F COLLEGE STATION TX 59:48 6 2112 HENRY , ROBERT 49 M BRYAN TX 38:00 100 5111 BARROW , ALICE 26 F AUSTIN TX 59:50 7 3/19 MCFERON , MARC 34 M COLLEGE STATION TX 43:56 101 5/9 BURCH , ROBERT 58 M COLLEGE STATION TX 59:51 8 1/11 MURRAY , DAN 27 M BRYAN TX 44:40 102 10/17 .DOWNS , DOUG 36 M NAVASOTA TX 59:52 9 4119 SHUGART , DAVID 31 M COLLEGE STATION TX 44:53 103 2/9 WALTER , CAROL 42 F COLLEGE STATION TX 53:53 10 1/4 BULLINGER , HANK 19 M COLLEGE STATION TX 45:14 104 1/3 FOY , TAWNEY 14 F COLLEGE STATION TX 1:00.01 11 1/14 RODRIGUEZ , STEVE 40 M TEMPLE TX 45:25 105 7/14 PADAKI , PADMANABH 43 M COLLEGE STATION TX 1:00:04 12 2/14 DELGADO , VICTOR 40 M HOUND ROCK TX 45:48 106 7/12 GOODWIN , TOMMY 45 M COLLEGE STATION TX 1:00:18 13 2117 BASSETT , JOHN 39 M COLLEGE STATION TX 46:19 107 2/2 HEWETT , ROBIN 19 F COLLEGE STATION TX 1:00:27 14 3/17 MGVROYDIS , PAUL 36 M COLLEGE STATION TX 46:21 108 15/17 LAUDERDALE , LANE 36 M BRYAN TX 1:00:28 15 4/17 STEFFAN , ED 36 M COLLEGE STATION TX 46:45 109 10111 RAOELINA , YVES 29 M COLLEGE STATION TX 1.00:28 16 1/6 HANCOCK , KARLA 33 F BRYAN TX 47:00 110 3/7 BRADEN , BART 62 M COLLEGE STATION TX 1:00:37 17 2/11 WALLACE , SETH 27 M BRYAN TX 47:22 111 1/2 ESSMAN , CLAUDIA 52 F BEDIAS TX 1:00:37 18 3/11 BURNETT , SCOTT 27 M COLLEGE STATION TX 47:24 112 4/7 JOYCE , LLOYD 62 M BRYAN TX 1:00:44 19 2/6 OAKS , MONIGUE 33 F COLLEGE STATION TX 47:37 113 319 MCFALLS , KIM 40 F COLLEGE STATION TX 1:00.45 30 2/9 RABB , CASEY 24 F 47.42 114 8114 PLOEGER , ERIC 41 M COLLEGE STATION TX 1.00.56 21 1/9 FORD , TOM 55 M SALADO TX 47:46 115 6/11 BOYCE , BARBARA 26 F NEW BRAUNFELS TX 1.00:58 22 1/9 SAUCEDO , EDDIE 21,11 BRYAN TX 4B:15 117 411 PARKS , 47 F COLLEGE STATION TX 1:01:01 23 5/17 HERNANDEZ , LOUIS 38 M BRYAN TX ''4B:30 119 11/14 ,ROBECHERYL STRIKER , ROBERT 06 53 M COLLEGE STATION TX 1,01:22 24 3/14 ARTH , ROSS 41 M COLLEGE STATION TX 48:49 119 , MARK 44 M BRYAN TX 1:01.22 25 2/9 RICHARDS , FRANKIE 20 M COLLEGE STATION TX 49:12 120 7/14 7111 KOEHLRILEY I HEIDI I 29 28 F COLLEGE STATION TX 1.01:33 26 5/19 MONROE , MARK 32 M COLLEGE STATION TX 49:28 120 11/il 60PALAKRISHNAN , ASHO 60PALAK 27 N BRYAN 7X 1:01:33 27 2/4 TAN , HUAIYU 18 M COLLEGE STATION TX 49:33 121 8/12 TENPENNY JIM 46 M FAYETTEVILLE AR 1:01:46 28 6/19 CEPEDA BENITO , ANTON 34 M COLLEGE STATION TX 49:59 122 4/9 TURNBULL , KATIE 43 F COLLEGE STATION TX 1:01,52 29 7119 DIXON , JAMES 32 M BELTON TX 50:03 123 5/9 WILKINSON , JEANNE 40 F NEW BRAUNFELS TX I:01:33 30 3/9 BRA14DES , JON 24 M BRYAN TX 50:22 124 5/B KOWALSKI '� JACY.IE 45 F BRYAN TX I:OI:S3 31 1/16 DENTON , JON 54 M COLLEGE STATION TX 50:23 1125 8/11 STERLING , SHERI 28 F CEDAR HILLS TX 1:01:54 32 8/19 LAMAR MIKE 31 M TEMPLE TX :'50:29 127 i317 GLEAVE5 , DAVID 30 M COLLEGE STATION TX 1:02:00 33 9/19 SCHAEFFER , CHIP 34 M 50:41 128 3/9 SCOTO , SDUDLUSAN 40 37 F BRYAN TX 1:02:55 34 4/9 MYEER CHRISTOPHER 22 M COLLEGE STATION TX 50.42 129 PDBTON , MEDLEY M COLLEGE STATION TX 1:03:03 35 1/2 NICHOLAS MEGAN 19 F COLLEGE STATION TX . 50:53 130 5/9 5/9 DUDA , KIMERY 21 21 F COLLEGE STATION TX 1:03.21 36 2116 TOLLESON , DAVID 51 M COLLEGE STATION TX 51:15 131 9/12 WEST , JOHN 47 M TX 1:03:2i 37 3/4 SYNORADZKI JOE 18 M COLLEGE STATION TX 51:33 131 LAURENCIO , DAVID COLLEGENAVASOT 22 M COLLEGE STATION TX 1:04:13 38 3/16 WITT PETER 52 M BRYAN TX -51:37 - 132 7/9 , JOHN 58 M KILLEEN TX 1:04:41 f 5/9 J 6717 TREMAINE , ERIC HALL CHRISTOPHER 22 M SAN CLEMENTE CA . M TX 51:43 133 0/9 10/14 KIRKLASAKKIS ROBERT KIRY.LAND , ROBERT 40 M BRYAN TX l:04:41 , 37 COLLEGE STATION 51:56 134 5/6 CLANTON , MARINA 32 F BRYAN TX 1:04:42 1/7 PRESLEY , BOB 60 M COLLEGE STATION TX .-31:59 135 16/17 RAY , MARK 39 M BRYAN TX 1:04:44 42 3/9 HOWELL , SHELLEY 20 F COLLEGE STATION TX 52:00 136 10/12 SPIES , RON 45 M COLLEGE STATION TX 1:04:44 43 10/19 WHITE , JAMES 33 M BRYAN TX 52:10 137 9/11 JONES , TAMMY 25 F COLLEGE. 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Architecture, Engineering, Planning, Interiors, Graphics, Facilities Consulting 2 May 1996 Jame Kee, AICP City of College Station 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas Ti 840 re. College Station Comprehensive Plan (HOK Project #94-31.7-122) Dear Ms. Kee. Post -it" brand fax transmittal memo 7M 1. ff o1 pages To From Co. Dept.'/ -FJY, Phone # Fax # J Fax M Telephone: 214 739 6688 raX: 214 373 9bl3 RECEIVED "'Al Q S 19 t wanted to share some thoughts with you regarding the April 30th Community Workshop. Overall, I heard many positive comments about the Draft Land Use, Park, and Urban Design Plans. There are also a few areas that need attention. -.� TRArlspoia nmoN PRojEm ® Texas Avenue - In the Texas Avenue urban design cross-section, we reflected the pavement design according to TxDOT (information received through Ed Hard). The location of the bicycle lane as part of the "wide outside lane" is not something that the HOK Team was responsible for, nor were we asked to review or comment on TxDOT.s design. Should similar questions arise in subsequent meetings, we feel it would be appropriate for City staff to comment on and clarify the nature of such TOOT projects. It should be made clear that TxDOT projects such as Texas Avenue are not part of the Comprehensive Plan. Wellbom Road - The Wellborn Road urban design cross-section shown is accurate for the portion of Wellborn Road between George Bush Drive and FM 2818 (4 travel lanes with a oenter tum-Line)_ We visited the Wellborn corridor the nwrnng after the meeting and believe that there is enough room between the roadway and the railroad to accommodate a stand of trees. We will re -draw the crass -sections to indicate the presence of the railroad. Questions- were also asked regarding the eventual location of the railroad tracks next to Wellborn Road. Since there is no indication that this alignment will be grade separated ("Lo- Track") or relocated, we must presume that this alignment will remain unchanged. DRAFT PARK PLAN Many of the comments heard regarding the Draft Park Plan centered on more specific issues than our scope of work covers. For instance, questions regarding park programming, maintenance, and safety are best addressed by the City staff. Offices in: Now York. Wnehh,w..a n r . r..,..._..:n_ c_ ..,..._... T.-- ..— • - _ .. _ 05/07/96. 08:43 V409 764 3496 DEVELOPMENT SVCS 444 PARD Z 002/003 Jane Kee, Arcp 2 May 1996 Page 2 According to the agreed scope of -work, HOK is to provide the following services relating to park planning: "Task 8 - Parks and Open Space Plan - Based upon the Land Use Plan and input from the Parks Board and City staff, the Consultant will develop a Parks and Open Space Plan for the Study Area. 8.1 - Staff Coordination - City staff will provide the park and open space plan requirements as prepared by the City Parks Board. 8.2 - Parks Board Workshop - The Consultant will attend a Parks Board workshop to discuss the alternative growth scenarios and their potential influence on the Board's existing park plan. 8.3 - Draft Parks and Open Space Plan - The Consultant will indorporate information from the Parks Board urtd City staff into the -plan format -and complete the necessary accompanying text. The Consultant will develop cost -estimates for the proposed projects (using 1994-1995 dollars)." Tasks 8.1 and 8.2 have been completed. We have received data from City park staff regarding park and open space plan requirements. (We also understand from Steve Beachy that new revised requirements may be forthcoming). We have exceeded the requirements of Task 8.2 in that we have had at least three individual meetings with Park Board representatives - the initial Park Board meeting in August 1994, the working meeting with park staff and the Park Board chairman on 5 February 1996, and the joint Parks BoardlP&7.JCouncil work session on 7 February 1996. Task 8.3 is almost complete. We have incorporated the park plan into the overall Draft Land Use Plan. The cost -estimates will be developed after the new revised requirements are received so it can be determined if there are any substantial changes needed to the Draft Park and Open Space Plan. (Cost - estimates will also be included in a 10-year CIP as per Task 14.) The Draft Park and Open Space Plan is more than just drawing "circles on a map". As you recall, a basic philosophy of the Comprehensive Plan has been to preserve floodplains, treed areas, and other naturally significant areas as open space. These green corridors also provide opportunities for pedestrian and bicycle linkages separate from streets and roads. The "circles on the map" indicate overall acreage needs by park zone based directly on. the future land use and population projections. Park and open space planning is as much a function of the Draft Land Use Plan as any other land use classification. After the meetings in Pebnkw, we wwa undertake iinFression tl'= the Part: Roaru• arrd staff, w6re clear - regarding HOIC's responsibilities, as per the scope of work if future questions arise regarding the scope of the park plan from either the public or the Park Board, it would be appropriate for City staff to clarify these issues 'referencing the approved scope of work, LAND USE It appears that the Draft Land Use Plan has few outstanding issues. In talking with some of the East Bypass homeowners, I got the impression that they approved of our approach to development in their area. The East Bypass plan will be refined based on some comments heard at the meeting, but the overall direction seems to be acceptable to the homeowners. Other issues, such as the need for more neighborhood retail, are valid and will be incorporated into the Draft Land Use Plan. 05/07/96 08:44 %Y409 764 3496 DEVELOPMENT SVCS 444 PARD Z 003/003 Jane Ke®, ArcP 2 May 1986 Page 3 PUBLIC HEARING PROCESS Task 15 details the hearing and adoption process: "Taste 15 -Comprehensive Plan Adoption -Task 15 presents all components of the Comprehensive Plan for format adoption by the City and the preparation of all final reports documenting the project. 16.1 - P&Z Commission Recommendation - The City staff will formally present the Comprehensive Plan (including all its components) to the College Station P&Z Commission at a public hearing for the Commission's consideration for recommendation to the City Council. 152 - City Council'.Adoption - The City staff` will formally present the Comprehensive Plan (including- all lits-components) -to-the- College Station City Council at a 'public. hearing for the Council's consideration for adoption." Contractually, we are obligated to participate in only two further public meetings - the P&Z 'recommendation' hearing, and the Council *adoption' hearing. To further the process, we believe that it would be appropriate to schedule a joint, workshop for P&Z and Council prior to initiating the adoption hearing process. The HOK Team has already exceeded the number of required Community Meetings (refer to Task 2.3). Should the City opt to conduct this recommended joint P&Z(Council workshop, we would be available to participate as an additional service. Similarly, should the P&Z andlor Council require more meetings than specified in Tasks 15.1 and 15.2. we would be available to participate in those additional meetings as an additional service. Also prior to the public hearings, we feel it would be helpful to conduct a similar working meeting at our office as we did on 26 April. We invite you and other members of City staff to meet with us in Dallas to discuss and resolve any outstanding comments regarding the overall Draft Plan. This meeting, of course, would be part of the scope not an additional service). We will now concentrate on composing the draft report which will summarize the entire planning process and will also include the suggested policy chapter. Please call me If you have any questions or comments. Sin rely, a Joseph A. Pobiner, A10P Director of Community Pia The HOK Planning Group cc: D, Simpson (HOK) R. Kelly (B-A) M. McKay (CDM) Project File CITY OF COLLEGE STATION Post Office Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 77842-9960 (409) 764-3500 May 6, 1996 Mr. Mark A. Nimocks c/o CIC Agency 200 Greens Prairie Rd. College Station, TX 77845 Mr. Nimocks: I appreciate your concerns stated in your May 1 st letter. We certainly want all of our audiences at Wolf Pen Creek happy and satisfied that quality entertainment has been rendered for every event that we produce. Also, I am always open to ideas and suggestions for improvement for the Jazz and Blues Festival as well as any city event. would like to address several of your concerns and possibly clear up any misunderstandings or misinformation. This year's Jazz and Blues Festival attendance topped any prior year's event. Here's the known attendance records for previous years for your perusal. 1996 Attendance: Saturday--2985; Sunday--3154 1995 1514 1994 550 1993-1984 estimated attendance of 2000 (no official way to count persons at Central) Because any Festival is a "come and go" event, audiences are often always in transit and it often appears that the numbers are meager. We have also found that it appears that audiences at Central tend to be larger than at WPC because of the smaller total area and trees. The numbers for 1994,95 and'96 were recorded by individuals at each entrance to the Amphitheater as opposed to visual estimates done in previous years. The decision to move the Festival from Central to WPC was made for several reasons. First, the Amphitheater lends itself to a performing event much more than Central. Power for sound and lighting equipment is limited at Central and parking has always been a problem'for large events. I can certainly understand your concern regarding patrons having to sit in the sun during daytime performance. This is one of the reasons the Festival is scheduled early in the spring before the heat becomes overwhelming. Home of Texas A&M University There are ways to minimize the effect of the heat by scheduling the festival later in the day. According to the past year's records more was done to promote this year's festival than ever before. The promoting radio station was KTSR, ads were run continuously on various cable stations, ads were run in the Eagle listing times and groups performing for a full week before the event, banners were places in high trafficked areas throughout the city, and the Festival was listed and described in our season mailout that reached 25,000 homes in College Station. All of the radio and television stations also ran Public Service Announcements prior to the event. I credit the huge growth in attendance to the expanded advertising blitz that we did this year. I tried my best to incorporate Children's Fest entertainment with the Jazz & Blues. Thus, the falconry and performance of BLUE HEAT seemed to be well accepted by audiences. Ruthie Foster performed with the BIG APPLE TRIO on both Saturday and Sunday. (see enclosed Eagle advertisement) Karin Chavez recently had a baby and is no longer performing. The bands that were booked represent the best in jazz and blues throughout the Brazos Valley and were enjoyed by all of our audiences. I have discussed your concerns with Steve Beachy as well as Rusty Rush who has been the emcee and directly involved with the Jazz & Blues Festival for a number of years. We would like to meet with you to hear any additional suggestions you might have for improvement. Please call 764-3486 to set up a time at your convenience. We appreciate your concerns and will continue to do our best to provide quality entertainment and earn your confidence. Sincerely, 4"'el Bow Programs and Special Events Supervisor City of College Station cc: David Hickson, College Station City Councilman Steve Beachy, Director; College Station Parks and Recreation Skip Noe, City Manager CIC Agency, Inc. MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS Anel Bow Program/Special Events Supervisor College Parks & Recreation Department Post Office Box 9960 College Station, TX 77842-9960 May 1, 1996 Ms. Bow: One CIC Centre 200 Greens Prairie Road College Station, Texas 77845 NAT. (800) 299-6242 As a citizen of College Station for over twelve years, please allow me to express my appreciation for the fine job College Station Parks & Recreation has done in presenting programs and festivals which have been enjoyed by many thousands of people over the years. However, as a concerned citizen and jazz lover, please allow me to express my disappointment at the poor turnout for JazzFest for the last several years. As I'm sure you are aware, JazzFest has, in the past, been an extremely well attended event. This year was a far cry from years past, however; I was frankly embarrassed to have the One O'Clock. Lab Band, the finest large jazz ensemble in the world, show up to play to a crowd of less than one hundred people. Furthermore, I am sure an event such as JazzFest costs quite a bit of money to put on, and when only a handful of people turn out to enjoy it, the city is obviously not getting very much value in relation to the money spent. I have spoken with several dozen people in town, and would like to share with you the problems I feel currently exist concerning JazzFest. I understand you are relatively new to your position, so I hope you will take these comments not as criticism, but instead as a way to correct a situation that existed before you took over as Program/Special Events Supervisor. First, JazzFest should be moved back to Central Park. Wolf Pen Amphitheater is a beautiful venue, and well fitted for nighttime concerts, however it lacks several amenities which make it attractive for a daytime festival. Central Park has a large recreation area with plenty to occupy the children, a large shaded area in front of the stage, soccer fields, plenty of parking, and the covered area with picnic tables. Several people I spoke with indicated they would have gone, but they simply could not stand to be out in the sun all afternoon, especially with small children. One need only look at the attendance of the recent BrewFest (there had to have been over 2000 people there during the course of the day) or past JazzFests held at Central Park vs. the recent JazzFests held at Wolf Pen to realize that people will come out to Central Park. but not to Wolf Pen for daytime festivals. Second, JazzFest was not properly promoted this year. I only found out about it because, as a jazz fan, I always call Parks & Rec to find out when it is. Many people I spoke with were confused, thinking that the Children's festival was the only thing going on - they had not heard anything about JazzFest. Apparently since KKYS was sponsoring Children's Fest, they promoted it but never bothered to mention JazzFest. Many of the vendors at the Children's Fest didn't even know JazzFest was going on next door. Why were there not more public service announcements on local radio stations? Where were the banners hanging over Texas Avenue for a month leading up to the festival? Why spend what I'm sure amounted to thousands of dollars and not bother to let anyone know about the JazzFest? I think the Children's festival is a fine idea, but it could easily be held on the soccer fields at Central Park. Third, JazzFest should be just that - a JazzFest. People come out to hear Jazz music, not to see demonstrations of falconry, Tae Kwon Do, or the police department's rock/country band. Please note that I am not condemning any of these acts; I am just pointing out they had no place at a jazz festival. Where was Ruthie Foster? Where was Karin Chavez & The Brew? How about an Austin band or two? I'm certain there are plenty of bands that would play for next to nothing, just for the exposure. In any case, the One O'Clock Lab Band should always be the final act, and we need to do something in a hurry to make sure they are interested in coming back to play. I would be more than willing to meet with you or volunteer my time to help implement any of these changes. This includes, but is not limited to, serving on a citizens advisory board, doing some footwork to book bands, or volunteering my time for next year's JazzFest. I would appreciate a written reply detailing your plans to insure JazzFest `97 is an event which can be enjoyed by thousands of College Station and Bryan residents. Best Regards, Mark A. Nimocks Chief Information Officer CIC Agency, Inc. cc: David Hickson, College Station City Councilman Steve Beachy, Director, College Station Parks & Recreation Skip Noe, City Manager Neil Slater, Director, One O'Clock Lab Band The City of College Station wants to know what activities ou would like us to offer. Will you please fill out this survey so we may provide the activities that M request and that yau want? Thanks for your help. ® Grade: 7 8 9 10 11 12 (Circle one.) ® Sex: Female Male (Circle one.) ® If you could have any Recreational/Leisure Activity you wanted provided for you, what would your top four (4) choices be? (You can circle four letters.) a. Aerobics g. Theater Arts/Drama 1. Dances r. SeIf defense b. Golf in. Camping s. Wilderness survival classes c. Archery h. Tennis n. CPR/first aid t. Cultural awareness activities d. Dancing i. Weight training o. Concerts u. Dominoes e. Modeling j. Voice/choir p. Art activities v. Frisbee golf f. Photography k. Swimming q. Fishing w. Inner tube water polo x. Other: At what time during the year would you like to do these activities? (You can circle more than one letter) a. Fall (Sept - Nov.) c. Spring (March - May) b. Winter (Dec.- Feb.) d. Summer (June - Aug.) If an intramural program were offered at your school or a park located close to your school, would you participate? (Circle one.) a. Yes b. No If yes, would you participate: a. Weekdays/after school (You can circle more than one letter.) b. Saturdays only C. Weekdays and/or Saturdays Would it be more convenient for you if the activities were offered at your school site? (Circle one.) a. Yes b. No Which of these would you like to see offered? s Intramural Sports League: (You can circle more than one letter.) a. Flag football aa. Co-ed Flag Football b. Softball bb. Co-ed Softball C. Basketball cc. Co-ed Basketball d. Volleyball dd. Co-ed Volleyball e. Other: OYouth Employment Training: (You can circle four letters.) a. How to look for a job f. Child care b. Customer service h. Sports officiating C. Resume preparation i. Coaching d. Job interview skills j. Law enforcement e: Landscaping: k. Emergency response: Horticulture Emergency Medical Technician Forestry Fire fighting Maintenance Emergency management Design 1. Other: -1 Workshops/Conferences: (You can circle four letters.) a. Choosing a college d. Choosing a career g. Improving self confidence b. Drug prevention e. Leadership training h. Dispute mediation (\ C. Self esteem building f. Time management i. Improving self confidence k. Other: QDWhich of the following would you like to see in our community? (You may circle more than one.) a. Water park d. Skate board park g. Overnight camping facility b. Off road bicycle trails e. Indoor recreational facility b. Other: c. Zoo f. Boys & Girls Club facility 1Z. Would you be interested in serving on a Teen Advisory Council that would help planactivities and set rules for participation? (Circle one.) a. Yes b. No Additional Comments: 544 dor eali�&f d c ti c ... :r 77 CITY OF COLLEGE STATION Post Office Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 77842-9960 (409) 764-3500 April 15, 1996 Mr. Glen Carls 3012 Jennifer Drive College Station, Texas 77845 Dear Mr. Carls: Thank you for your interest in the management of Brothers Pond Park. I apologize for the delay in providing you with this response but a number of issues have occupied my time in recent weeks. In addition, I indicated to Steve Beachy that I would be replying to your letter and, therfore, I would appreciate your understanding of his failure to reply. I will attempt to address each of the items you have listed. The replacement of the exercise equipment prematurely is, to a degree, a moot question since the action has already taken place. The attention should be placed on making the current equipment responsive and useful. I have asked the Parks Department to make a number of adjustments (i.e. } raising the chin-up bar) and will make others based on further user input. Related to the replacement policy, I have asked for a review of this action and the replacement policy overall by the Office of Management and Budget. The condition of the ponds will also be addressed. We have identified a site for relocation of the ducks and are making arrangements for their removal. The possibility of further water quality testing will be explored with the Texas Parks and WildLife Department. The problems of trails and deterioration of the wooded areas is a bit more difficult to address. There are obviously a number of alternatives -- each with its own cost and impact on users. I have asked the Parks and Recreation Department to set up a meeting in the neighborhood for users of Brothers Pond Park to discuss this and the other problems you have identified. We will notify you of the time and location of the meeting once it is established. We will also make the general neighborhood aware of the meeting through posting of notices in the park, distribution of flyers in the area, and notification through the media. Regarding your suggestion that park resource management plans be created for this and all our parks facilities, I would urge you to work with the Parks and Recreation Board and Parks and Recreation Department to articulate your goals. Perhaps, you could lend your expertise in this area by agreeing to provide some training for staff and/or technical assistance for preparation of plans for some of our facilities as a means to promote this concept. Nome of Texas A&M University College Station IS® APPLICATION FOR USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES School `lU(.C`ft wl)(A F)e►-h'amb%Cj 5 Day(s) of Activity ,Q 5(j«t l Time to have door opened b 4109-n Date requested at Community Ed. Office Date(s) of Activity t "� G/ Time to have door locked t n ; 0,�rr)> . Rooms needed: Equipment needed: Services needed: Gym____ VCR/TV�V Custodian AuditoriumOverhead Projector Cafeteria Worker_ Cafeteria_ tl Chalkboard Doors opened by CE? Kitchen PA system LibraryOther Classroom(s)—_ Other_ Group PRINT ALL INFORMATION Purpose of Activity PLC E Ll C- � A 12. / Al G Admission Charge $ C) Approx. # of people Y 5-,Poo Name of Applicant L. 1 lei OF �.0 ( L. C=&"L% S %/i7/e)N Address an Zip Code J t' () I��X/�. /7UL'�/�L 6 Work # --�5773 Home # Person in charge of activity r I1 Y n G E Work # Home # Bill to be sent to: Name BLS PECwe J% &J %JE,0-r Address and Zip Code P 0 80)( rx y 7 � - �j f 0 The person and/or organization making this application individually and/or jointly assume responsibility for any damages resulting from their use of school facilities. I further agree to abide by the policies and regulations governing the use of school facilities as adopted by the CSISD Board of Edu ti n. Applicant's Signature T.,w._.:-------Date__ Principal's Signature Lr.r D Community Education Director .... _ ....... ..... ... ....... ... ... _,-W.__....._.... Sent to school Returned w-Q. Additional information: r �,�'" ate � o 3 Approved. No DateZ- f (/(Approved_ Yes No �v Confirmed Supervisor Billed Rec'd Payment