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Home My WebLink About02/10/2004 - Regular Agenda Packet - Parks Board1. Call to order. 2. Pardon N possible action concerning requests for absences of members from meeting. 3. Hear visitors. 4. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of minutes from the Regular Meeting of January 13, 2004. 5. Report, discussion, and possible action concerning updates to the Park Land Dedication Ordinance (Board Goal #3). 6. Report, discussion, and possible action regarding intergenerational park projects, neighborhood parks, athletic field equity, and Veterans Park & Athletic Complex. 7. Report, discussion, and possible action regarding the Arboretum (Board Goal #6) N Report by Curtis Bingham. 8. Draft Guidelines for the Naming of Public Facilities. 9. Report, discussion, and possible action concerning the Capital Improvement Program: ■ Park Land Dedication Project List ■ Current Capital Improvement Project List ■ November 2003 Bond Election Projects 10. Review, discussion, and possible action concerning Board and Departmental Goals and Objectives, and City Council Strategic Plan. 11. Discussion of calendar, future meeting dates and possible agenda items: ■ March 9, 2004 regular meeting ■ Calendar Year 2005 Fees Subcommittee Meeting ■ Woodway Park Public Hearing ■ TMPA Regional Park tour 12. Adjourn The building is wheelchair accessible. Handicap parking spaces are available. Any request for sign interpretive services must be made 48 hours before the meeting. To make arrangements call (979) 764-3517 or (TDD) 1-800-735-2989. Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 10, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. EXIT Teen Center 1520 Rock Prairie Road College Station, Texas Staff Present: Steve Beachy, Director of Parks and Recreation; Eric Ploeger, Assistant Director; Curtis Bingham, Parks Operations Superintendent; Ross Albrecht, Forestry Superintendent; Pamela Springfield, Staff Assistant. Board Members Present: John Nichols, Chairman; Glen Davis; Larry Farnsworth; Ken Livingston; Don Allison; Glenn Schroeder (arrived late); Jodi Warner (arrived late); Gary Erwin, Alternate. Board Members Absent: All members were present. Guests: Jane Kee, City Planner, Development Services Visitors: Texas A&M University students: Michelle Bynum Jared Bishop Dave Baird Jennifer Jobe Maria Grijon Bubba LaMolinare Rebecca Braud Joe Dalton 1. Call to order. John Nichols called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Pardon N possible action concernina requests for absences of members from meetinq. There were no absentee requests submitted. 3. Hear visitors. Hearing none, this item was closed. 4. Discussion, consideration, and possible aooroval of minutes from the, Reaular Meetina of January 13, 2004. Glen D. moved to approve the minutes from January 13, 2004, and Ken Livingston seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously. 5. Reoort, discussion, and possible action concernina updates to the Park Land Dedication Ordinance. Jane Kee, City Planner, gave an update on the changes made to the Park Land Dedication Ordinance, based on the two changes recommended by the Board at the January meeting. ■ One of the new items being added to the ordinance would allow the Director to make a determination on the smaller park land dedications. The acreage had been changed from five down to three acres. Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Page 1 of 5 Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 10, 2004 ■ The other change dealt with clarification about when the improvements had to be complete. The wording was added that the improvements needed to be complete within two years or at the completion of the development, whichever came first. Glen D. made a motion to approve the changes to the Park Land Dedication Ordinance as reported, and Larry F. seconded. All were in favor and the motion carried unanimously. The next step would be to bring the revised ordinance to Planning and Zoning, and then to the City Council. Steve thanked Jane for her hard work throughout the process. John N. asked how long it would be before the Neighborhood Park Improvement Standards were ready. Eric P. stated that an item could be added to the agenda for the next meeting to go over the standards. 6. Report, discussion, and possible action reaardina interaenerational nark proiects, neighborhood parks, athletic field eauity, and Veterans Park & Athletic Complex. Staff had been asked to report to City Council at the February 26t" workshop on several specific topics. All of the topics were related to the Council Vision Statements and were tied to the Strategic Plan, as well as department and Board goals and objectives. Steve briefed the Board and provided handouts on his planned presentation. ■ "Intergenerational Parks Update - February 2004" (Attached). Staff uses the report referenced in this update as a guideline when designing or doing improvements in parks, and intergenerational features are routinely included as part of the design process. Staff is now looking at ways to incorporate intergenerational participation in programming activities. ■ "Neighborhood Park Status Report" (attached). The Park Land Dedication Ordinance has proved to be an effective tool for providing neighborhood parks, however, there are areas (Woodland Hills, University Park, and Steeplechase) where additional funding would need to be sought in order to develop the parks. The dedication ordinance and fee basis are reviewed and updated on a regular basis. Community street and sidewalk systems are a key element in neighborhood park visibility and accessibility. ■ "2003 Athletic Field Status & Utilization" (attached). This report related to the inventory of competition fields in the system and the equity of fields in the system by use - particularly lighted fields. Demand on these facilities will continue to increase as the community grows. The best place for potential lights for youth soccer fields would be at Veterans Park by lighting the back side of the existing poles, lights could be installed on the outside two fields. The estimate to do that is approximately $180,000. Joint use of the facilities is a key factor and demand will necessitate communication and coordination between the different user groups. ■ "Veterans Park & Athletic Complex Fact Sheet" (attached). Steve stated that staff was working on the possibility of cooperative programs with Texas A&M to include trail linkages, and use of the park site for educational Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Page 2 of 5 Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 10, 2004 programs, research, and athletic events for the University. They are also looking at eventually connecting into the greenways with Bryan to the north, Carter Creek to the south, and the greenways of south and east College Station. The selection of a design team for Phase II of the park will take place in FY 2004. The money for the design starts in FY 2005 and plans are to have that selection complete so that Council can award the design services in October of this year. The design process could take up to one year, with the project bid out in fall 2005. Construction could take between one to two years. The question arose as to whether staff was being asked to readdress these items as priorities and how they fit in with the Parks Master Plan. John N. stated that he would be happy to attend the workshop on February 26t" when the report was presented to address any questions that arose. This was an informational item only and no action was needed. 7. Renort, discussion, and possible action reaardina the Arboretum. Curtis Bingham provided a detailed handout with his presentation (attached) that addressed the problem areas in the Arboretum, along with possible solutions. Parks Operations would be picking up ground litter weekly, however various service groups would also be used to pick up ground litter and clear trails of fallen brush. Of the solutions presented, the pond renovation and vegetation identification markers would be the most costly. He briefly outlined upcoming projects that would affect the Arboretum. Steve mentioned that as part of the light replacement project at Bee Creek ballfields, on the backside of two of the outfield poles there would be light fixtures oriented toward the Arboretum parking lot and shelter area. Hopefully this will reduce some of the vandalism there. John N. stated that he would like to see the Society for Creative Anachronism approached about their weekly use and care of the park. Curtis would be looking into having the clean-up of the park as a project through the Big Event. Discussion regarding the pond renovation followed and it was suggested that a renovation not be done until the drainage situation in that area was fixed. Glenn S. stated that he would not like to see a Cy Miller type of pond - he felt that it should be managed in its more natural state. It was suggested that the area along Texas Avenue be manicured, with the back side left more natural. John N. asked that the Board be updated on this issue again in the fall. Curtis stated that the pond was not listed in the maintenance standards as a pond because it wasn't controlled, but he would make sure that the Arboretum was included in the maintenance standard surveys for Bee Creek. Larry F. stated that, since there were natural trails at Madeley Park, Lick Creek, and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Page 3 of 5 Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 10, 2004 Arboretum, perhaps a maintenance standard should be developed for natural trails. Curtis stated that this could be done. S. Draft Guidelines for the Namina of Public Facilities. Steve said the item which prohibited naming a facility for someone who was not deceased had been removed. This draft would go before Council for approval within the next month or so. John N. asked if the Parks policy would need to be revisited. Steve said that the Parks policy would probably be revised to become the procedures. The consensus of the Board was that they were in full support of the revised guidelines and would like for staff to proceed so that the Board could move forward with developing the procedures. 9. Reoort, discussion, and possible action concernina the Capital Improvement Proaram. a. Park Land Dedication Project List (Attached). Ric stated that staff had picked up various landscaping design projects from Public Works. Glen D. asked about a cost estimate for potential lighting along the west side of the Jack & Dorothy Miller jogging track. Ric stated it would cost approximately $50,000 to light the entire jogging path to normal standards. There should be approximately $70,000 left in park zone dedication funds after the current project in that park is complete, however that amount would be enough to do some initial development in Steeplechase Park. An item would be placed on the next agenda for a report and discussion regarding the $310,000 from the 2003 bond election for park facility upgrades. b. Current Capital Improvement Project List (Attached). One of the members asked about the cemetery land acquisition. Steve gave a brief update regarding the status of this project and the possibility for an Aggie Field of Honor, which would be discussed at the February 12th Council workshop meeting. c. November 2003 Bond Election Projects. There was no discussion. 10. Review, discussion, and possible action concernina Board and Deoartmental Goals and Objectives, and City Council Strategic Plan. Steve stated that all of these were updated regularly as items were completed and then forwarded to Council. Glen D. asked that an item be added to the next agenda in order to discuss and receive feedback about incorporating a botanical garden into one of the parks. Glen stated that he had some information but he would like to see some ideas. Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Page 4 of 5 Regular Meeting g Tuesday, February 10, 2004 John asked that anyone who had resources direct their information to Glen D. or staff. John N. stated that he would like an update on greenways once a new coordinator was hired. There was nothing new to report on Northgate or the Urban Forest Plan. Don A. asked when that might be visited again. Steve stated that since the match for the grant had not been approved to do the survey, this project was on hold. 11. Discussion of calendar, future meetina dates and possible aaenda items. ■ The next regular meeting would be held on March 9, 2004. • A Fees Subcommittee would be scheduled in March and then a report made to the Board in April or May. Since there were several issues that needed to be reviewed and discussed, it could take more than one meeting. ■ The City's fee policy was up for review regarding the three levels of support. It was on a Council Workshop agenda for review. The Workshop agenda would be sent out to the Board prior to the meeting. ■ The Woodway Park Public Hearing would be scheduled. An e-mail would be sent with several dates to choose from. John N. felt it would be best not to do it the week before or the week of spring break. ■ A joint tour of the TMPA Regional Park site would be coordinated with the City of Bryan sometime. Steve reported that Dr. Shafer and Dr. Crompton had met with the Grimes County Commissioner's Court and received their support for this project. A representative from the Houston Wilderness had come up in January and was very impressed with the site and may be able to help. ■ Steve said the "icebreaking" for the new full-sized ice hockey rink was scheduled for February 19t" at 4:00 p.m. by Fire Station #1. He added that this was the first of several things that the owner wanted to do in the Wolf Pen Creek Corridor. 12. Adjourn: A motion was made to adjourn and seconded. Hearing no opposition, the meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m. Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Page 5 of 5 Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 10, 2004 SECTION 10: REQUIREMENTS FOR PARK LAND DEDICATION 10-A. PulpOse 10-A.1 This section is adopted to provide recreational areas in the form of neighborhood parks as a function of subdivision and site development in the City of College Station. This section is enacted in accordance with the home rule powers of the City of College Station, granted under the Texas Constitution, and the statutes of the State of Texas, including, but not by way of limitation, Texas Local Gov't Code Chapter 212 (Vernon 1988; Vernon Supp. 1999). It is hereby declared by the City Council that recreational areas in the form of neighborhood parks are necessary and in the public welfare, and that the only adequate procedure to provide for same is by integrating such a requirement into the procedure for planning and developing property or subdivisions in the city, whether such development consists of new construction on vacant land or rebuilding and remodeling of structures on existing residential property. 10-A.2 Neighborhood parks are those parks providing for a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities and located within convenient distances from a majority of the residences to be served thereby. The park zones established by the Parks and Recreation Department and shown on the official Parks and Recreation map for the City of College Station shall be prima facie proof that any park located therein is within such a convenient distance from any residence located therein. The primary cost of neighborhood parks should be borne by the ultimate residential property owners who, by reason of the proximity of their property to such parks, shall be the primary beneficiaries of such facilities. Therefore, the following requirements are adopted to effect the purposes stated above and shall apply to any land to be used for residential purposes: 10-B General Requirement The Cif, Manager or his designee shall administer this Section 10, Requirements for Parkland Dedication. Dedications shall cover both land and development costs for neighborhood parkland for all types of residential development. Dedications shall be based on dwelling unit numbers as grovosed for the entire develymne kt. Increases inunit count will require avvr vriate increases in fees paid. If the actual number of completed dwelling units exceeds the figure upon which the original dedication was based such additional dedication shall be required and shall be made by payment of the cash in lieu oi` land as per 10.B.1, or byY the conveyance of an entire numbered lot to the City. For multi -family development or development where parkland was neither nrei�iously dedicated n9r p ymep� made with the filing of a plat the additional dedication or pavu;tent in lieu of land required by this section shall be made at the time of the building oermit application. 10-B-1 Land Dedication a ar: wva a4 ana ra the Gii r parkpufpeses. and all narkland required to meet the dedication under this section shall be dedicated in fee simple by a final plat. -For single family developments the area of land to be dedicated for parkland Durposes is area shall be equal to one (1) acre for each one hundred and one (101) proposed dwelling units. For duplex and other multi -family development this area shall be equal to one (1) acre for each one hundred and twenty-five (125) proposed dwelling units. For methodology refer to Appendix 1 attached herein and incorporated and made apart of this ordinance for all purposes. do ci8ate a .',:s see fio., The required land dedication of this subsection may be met by a payment of money in lieu of land when permitted or required by the other provisions of this section. Jan. 04 revisions "O"JANE"PARKLAND"2004 Parkland Ord" In the event a plat is not required this dedication shall be met prior to the issuance of a building permit. Timina/Phasing The full Darkland dedication shall be made Drior to the filing of any final Dlats for single faiiiily duplex or townhouse development or prior to the issuance of anv buildhi g Derimts for multi-tamily development. unless approval has been previously granted for phasing of this dedication. The Parks Board ma recommend vhasin of a r n enpal development such that the Darkland may be dedicated in Dieces with each D1at. This phasing shall be so indicated on a Dreliminary plat and aDDroved by the Plann & Zoning C mmission. In the event that phasing of tine required parkland is aDDroved, there shall � a guarantee Dosted to cover the hand dedication fee for those Dortions not vet dedicated. . This, guar; tee shall be Dosted prior to the filing of anv final ghat for single family. duplex or towhuouse develoDment or Drior to issuance of any building Dermits for multi-familv develoDment. In the event that a development is discontinued before all phases are complete. the Parks Board shall decide how to spend an- guagantged funds in that particular park zone, if these funds are not rcVAcstcd back as per Section 10-D-2 below. This does not relieve anv future developer of the obligation for parkland dedication on. any remainder of the property. 10-13.2 Fee in Lieu of Land A landowner responsible for dedication under this section may elect to meet the requirements of 10-B.1. in whole or in part by a cash payment in lieu of land, in the amount set forth below. Before making this election, for anv required dedication of three (3) acres or more, or for anv develoDment conjampg floodvlam or q;eenw v, the land owner must obtain a recommendation from die Parks and Recrealnonn AJivsory Board and approval for the cash payment in lieu of land from the Planning & Zoning Commission pursuant to the plat approval procedures set out in- Article 3.3 of the Unified Development Ordinances, ,,ptef ° Section 6Such payment in lieu of land shall be made at or prior to the time of filing the final plat for record at the Courthouse or prior to the issuance of a building permit where a plat is not required. For rreatnyyrN dedications of less than threes3) acres in pxoDosed developments containing no floodolaui or greenwav, the fee in lieu request will be aDproved by the Director of Parks and1pireation or his designee. This de epmmatioz shall be based on whether there is s cient Dark area, already in the Dui1 c domain in the Dark zone of the DroDosed develoDment. If the Director detepinines the regeation potential for that zone would be better served by expanding or i norovii g exz �.DR parks, then rather than approving the fee in lieu, he shall refer the matter to the oarywor determination.. The fee in lieu of land dedication requirement shall be met by a payment of a fee set from time to time by resolution by the City Council, sufficient to acquire neighborhood parkland. Unless changed by the City Council, such per -acre price shall be computed on the basis of one hundred and ninety-eight dollars ($198) per dwelling unit for single family development and one hundred and sixty dollars ($160) per dwelling unit for duplex and multi -family development. Refer to Appendix 1. Cash payments may be used only for acquisition or development of a neighborhood park located within the same zone as the development. 10-13.3 Park Development Fee In addition to the land dedication, there shall also be a fee set from time to time by resolution of the City Council sufficient to provide for development of the land to meet the standards for a neighborhood park to serve the zone in which such development is located. Unless changed by City Council this per -acre fee shall be computed on the basis of three hundred and -_fifty-eight dollars ($358) per dwelling unit for single family developments and two hundred and ninety-two ($292) for duplex and multi -family developments. This fee shall be Daid with each final plat submitted for single family. duDlcx or towrt ousc development or «pith the building permit for multi -family development. Refer to Appendix 1. Cash payments may be used only for development or acquisition of a neighborhood park located within the same zone as the development. Jan. 04 revisions "O"JANE"PARKLAND" 2004 Parkland Ord" 10-BA Park Development Qption in Lieu of Fee A developer has the option to construct the neighborhood park improvements in lieu of the park development fee. Development plans and specifications shall be reviewed and approved by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board as Der criteria established in the Manual of Neigh ork�god Park Imq ovele k Standards as adopted and amended from time to time.. Ii all cases the va�ue of the imo oyy iyents shall meet or exceed the amount of the required Dark d elon e t fee. Al� improvements shall eitheF be financially guaranteed —or to the filing of a plat in the case o platting is net feqHiFe in an amount equal to the required development fee- This cuarptee shall be filed Drior to the filing of anv final plats for sinele family, duplex or townhouse development or Drior to any buil,Qing nerntits for multi-fanuly development. The process of financial guarantee shall be the same as that found in sSection 7 of the Subdivision Regulations and shall be used whether a plat is required or not.- Imorgveinent must be complete within 2 vears from the date of the gumpntee or upon completion of the development whichever occurs first. One extepsion of uD to twelve (12) months may be granted upon formal request to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. W ki tlQ Oit�ie Prior to release of anv financial guarantee, the following must occur: 1. I fflxov ments must have been accepted by the Citv 2. � Dar-.VFP�hall have been dedicated to the City, 3. The su $v; er s • ll Drovide a written guarantee of wdpra lv as Der Section 7-F. and 4. The su ivider shall Dost another financial guarantee m e amount equal to 2S% of Once improvements are acce_ted by the City. the Citv shall take over ownership and maintez}ance of said impro} a nts. At the end of one year the Director of PARR shall give written approval That Q�e tmancial guarantee may be released if any and all warranty work has been comvlcted..d ele shall deed the pfepeFty and imffevefnefAs to the Fity- The --dedication- required- b --this-section- shal' be made-bifiling-o= -the fig? iflat- or -tha ig>wv r�-t •r. hi argirW dedicatioN t,-az ' WA dedicated f,^t p e t made with the fit;n.. _ef a the additional dedieatieft of p"ent in lieu ef land requifed by this seefien s1WI be Fnade a4 the time ef the' peffftit aHien-, 10-B.7 The City may from time to time decide to purchase land for parks in or near the area of actual or potential development. If the City does purchase park land in a park zone, the City shall have the right to require subsequent park land dedications for that zone to be in cash only. This will be to reimburse the City its purchase cost. Once the City has been reimbursed entirely for all such park land within a park zone, this subsection shall cease to apply, and the other subsections of this section shall again be applicable. Jan. 04 revisions "O"JANE"PARKLAND"2004 Parkland Ord" 10-C Prior Dedication: Absence of Prior Dedication 10-C.1 Credit shall be given for land and/or money dedicated pursuant to Ordinance 690 or 983. 10-C.2 If a dedication requirement arose prior to passage of this section, that dedication requirement shall be controlled by the ordinance in effect at the time such obligation arose, except that additional dedication shall be required if the actual density of structures constructed upon property is greater than the former assumed density. Additional dedica- tion shall be required only for the increase in density and shall be based upon the ratio set forth in 10-B. of this section. 10-C.3 At the discretion of the Planning & Zoning Commission, any former gift of land to the City may be credited on a per acre basis toward eventual land dedication requirements imposed on the donor of such lands. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall consider the recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board in exercising its discretion under this subsection. 10-D Special Fund: Right to Refund 10-D.1 There is hereby established a special fund for the deposit of all sums paid in lieu of land dedication under this section or any preceding ordinance, which fund shall be known as the park land dedication fund. 10-D.2 The City shall account for all sums paid in lieu of land dedication under this section with reference to the individual plats involved. Any funds paid for such purposes must be expended by the City within five (5) years from the date received by the City for acquisition and/or development of a neighborhood park as defined herein. Such funds shall be considered to be spent on a first in, first out basis. If not so expended, the owners of the property on the last day of such period shall be entitled to a prorata refund of such sum, computed on a square footage of area basis. The owners of such property must request such refund within one (1) year of entitlement, in writing, or such right shall be barred. 10-E Comprehensive Plan Considerations 10-E.1 The Recreation, Park and Open Space Master Plan is intended to provide the College Station Parks and Recreation Advisory Board with a guide upon which to base its decisions. Because of the need to consider specific characteristics in the site selection process, the park locations indicated on the Plan are general. The actual locations, sizes, and number of parks will be determined when development occurs. The Plan will also be used to locate desirable park sites before development occurs, and those sites may be purchased by the City or received as donations. 10-E.2 Park Zones are established by the City's Comprehensive Plan, in the Park and Open Space element and are configured to indicate service areas for neighborhood parks. Zone boundaries are established that follow key topographic features such as major thoroughfares, streams, and city limit lines. 10-F Additional Requirements: Definitions 10-F.1 Any land dedicated to the city under this section must be suitable for park and recreation uses. Consideration will be given to land that is in the floodplain or may be considered "floodable" even though not in a federally regulated floodplain as long as, due to its elevation, it is suitable for park improvements. (a) Neighborhood park sites should be adjacent to residential areas in a manner that serves the greatest number of users. (b) Neighborhood park sites should be located so that users are not required to cross arterial roadways to access them. (c) Sites should not be severely sloping or have unusual topography which would render the land unusable for organized recreational activities. Jan. 04 revisions "O"JANE"PARKLAND"2004 Parkland Ord" (d) Sites should have existing trees or other scenic elements. (e) Detention / retention areas will not be accepted as part of the required dedication, but may be accepted in addition to the required dedication. If accepted as part of the park, the detention / retention area design must be approved by the City staff and must meet specific parks specifications. 10-F.2 Parks should be easy to access and open to public view so as to benefit area development, enhance the visual character of the city, protect public safety and minimize conflict with adjacent land uses. The following guidelines should be used in designing parks and adjacent development. (a) Where feasible, park sites should be located adjacent to greenways and/or schools in order to encourage both shared facilities and the potential co - development of new sites. (b) A proposed subdivision adjacent to a park may not be designed to restrict reasonable access to the park from other area subdivisions. Street and greenways connections to existing or future adjoining subdivisions may be required to provide reasonable access to parks. (c) Where a non-residential use must directly abut a park, the use must be separated by a screening wall or fence and landscapmg. Access points to the park may be allowed by the Planning and Zoning Commission if public benefit is established. (d) It is desirable that a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of the perimeter of a park should abut a public street. In all cases, the City shall approve the proposed street alignment fronting on city parks. (e) Streets abutting a park shall be built in accordance with the thoroughfare plan and the standards of this ordinance; however, the City may require any residential street built adjacent to a park to be constructed to collector width to ensure access and prevent traffic congestion. Developer may request oversize participation in such instance. 10-G. Consideration and Approval Any proposal considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission under this section shall have been reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board or the Director of PARD as provided above, and a recommendation given to the Commission. The Commission may make a decision contrary to such recommendations only by a con- curring vote of at least five (5) members. 10-H. Review of Dedication Reouirements The City shall review the fees set forth in this section every three (3) years. The City shall take into account inflation as it affects land and park development costs as well as the City's targeted level of service for parkland per one thousand population. Fees shall be set by resolution of the City Council. Jan. 04 revisions "O"JANE"PARKLAND"2004 Parldand Ord" Council Vision Statement "We will continue wide range of leis and cultural arts t P v i ��#'7 Q.,, .n gap ' _ APPROVED MWER PLAN VETERANS PARK AND ATHLETIC COMPLEX Intergenerational Parks Update February 2004 HISTORY Strategic Issue developed in the summer/fall of 2000 a. Seek input b. Set standards c. Inventory of Parks d. Present report to the City Council Joint effort (report) between Texas A&M University's Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Sciences and the College Station Parks and Recreation Department delivered to the City Council on March 22, 2001 (RPTS 402 Class - Dr. Scott Shafer). Report Included: - Standards for intergenerational park features - Survey park needs - Surveyed users and focus groups - Recommendations for current parks - Related strategies - Suggestions for future parks - Written report provided to City - Presentation to Council Most significant priorities: - Shade structures/trees - Benches with backs - Walking trails - Landscaping - Lighting INTERGERNERATIONAL PARK STANDARD DESIGN FEATURES To provide parks that appeal to a broader age group, the Parks and Recreation Department has developed a list of standard items to be included in future parks. These items will also be included in existing parks as funding becomes available. These standards apply to all neighborhood and community parks. Generally, community parks may function as neighborhood parks and contain many of the same park features. These standards are guidelines that help guide the master plan for each park. ' O:/Projects/Intergenerational/Intergeneration Park Update.doc 02/09/04 Original Neighborhood Park Facility Standard Features 1. Playground 2. Swings 3. Basketball Court 4. Volleyball court 5. Jogging / Walking Trail 6. Shelter 7. Area Lighting 8. Soccer / Youth Baseball - Practice Areas 9. Benches 10. Open Play Area 11. Bike Rack 12. Drinking Fountain 13. Exercise Station/s 14. Trees / Drip Irrigation 15. Identifying Sign Facilities Suggested by Survey Participants (From Each Top 5) School Age K - 6 1. Go Carts 2. More Swimming Pools 3. Water Park 4. Zoo 5. Amusement Park Teens 7 - 92 1. Skate Park 2. Refrigerated Water Fountain 3. Water Park 4. Bike Park 5. More Swimming Pools College Age 1. Dog Park 2. Skate Park 3. Biking Trail 4. More Tennis Courts 5. More Volleyball Pits Young Adult 1. Walking Trails 2. Open Green Space 3. Disc Golf Course 4. More Ponds 5. Benches Seniors 1. Landscaped Walking Trails 2. Benches 3. Bathrooms 4. Ponds / Water Fountains 5. Jogging / Walking Trail Revised Neighborhood Park Facility Standards 1. Improved Playgrounds - Covered, Tot Included 2. Separate Swings 3. Basketball Courts 4. Jogging / Walking Trail A. 6' Min. Width B. Must meet all accessible grades C. 150'-200' Max. distance between Area Lighting D. Bench/W Back every 650' with every other bench covered O:/Projects/Intergenerational/Intergenerational Park Update.doc 02/09/04 5. Shelters — Possibly a small shelter along walking trails 6. Area Lighting — Adequate lighting major facilities for safety 7. Soccer / Youth Baseball — Practice Areas where Possible 8. Backstops and Goals for all fields 9. Benches/W Back 10. Open Play Areas 11. Bike Racks 12. Drinking Fountains 13. Identifying Sign 14. Landscaping Features along trail ex. (small annual bed) COMPLETED PROJECTS THAT INCORPORATE INTERGENERATIONAL FEATURES FY02 ❖ Castlegate Park Development - 40 Trees and 3 benches ❖ Gabbard Park Improvements - 39 Trees, benches, 5 lights, and 1 water fountain ❖ Brison Park Improvements - 3 Benches, walks (360 linear feet), and 1 drinking fountain ❖ Merry Oaks Park Improvements - Benches, walks (990 linear feet), and 2 lights ❖ Pebble Creek Park Improvements - 36 Additional trees - Cost $18,276.85 COMPLETED PROJECTS THAT INCORPORATE INTERGENERATIONAL FEATURES FY03 ❖ Jack and Dorothy Miller Jogging Track Surface - Concrete sidewalk and rubber sidewalk surfacing. - Cost $61,643.20 ($13,311.00 - City of College Station's Share) ❖ Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase I - Walks and benches ❖ Madeley Park - 2 Bridges and 2 Benches - Cost $22,018.00 O:/Projects/Intergenerational/Intergenerational Park Update.doc 02/09/04 ❖ Central Park Lighting Improvements - 12 Lights along the bike loop trail. - Cost $17,000.00 ❖ Thomas Pool Shade Cover - Cost $12,395.00 ❖ Lick Creek Park, Phase I - Trails, 2 bridges, and a parking lot. - Cost $506,726.00 ($80,000 Grant Included) ❖ Edelweiss Park Improvements - Concrete bridge, and landscape improvements w/irrigation. - Cost $17,800.00 ❖ Southwood Park - 2 Shade covers at the two playgrounds. - Cost $22,290.00 ❖ South Knoll Jogging Track - Rubber cushion surfacing - Cost $8,000 (City of College Station's Share) ❖ Wolf Pen Creek - Trails, 12 benches, trees, and lights ❖ Central and Cy Miller Parks - 7 benches in Central and 2 in Cy miller - Cost $11,333.00 ❖ Oaks and W.A. Tarrow Park - 3 benches in Oaks and 9 in W.A. Tarrow - Cost $15,110.00 SCHEDULED PROJECTS THAT INCORPORATE INTERGENERATIONAL FEATURES FY04 ❖ Brothers Pond, Georgie K. Fitch, and Cy Miller Parks - Additional benches •:• Woodway Park Development - Park Zone 7 Full Park Design ❖ Zone 10 Park Development O:/Projects/Intergenerational/Intergenerational Park Update.doc 02/09/04 ❖ Southwest Park Development - Walks and benches ❖ Pebble Creek Park Improvements - Covered tot playground INTERGENERATIONAL PROJECTS NOVEMBER 2003 BOND ISSUE ❖ Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase II Landscaping, 1-mile walking trail, and benches ❖ Intergenerational upgrades $310,000 Upgrades for parks in zones where park land dedication funds are expected to be slow - in -coming are because they are areas of slow residential growth. Sixteen (16) parks are included with primary features being area lighting, walks, benches, drinking fountains, playground covers, and additional trees. O:/Projects/Intergenerational/Intergenerational Paris Update.doc 02/09/04 Neighborhood Park Status Report February 2004 Park Accessibility • Neighborhood Parks intended to serve children • Should be within '/z miles walking distance from residence • Should not have to cross barriers (major streets, rail roads, etc.) • Comprehensive GIS-based report completed December, 1999 Parkland Dedication Ordinance • Serves as the main tool for neighborhood park acquisition • Revised in 1999 to include provision for development fee • Is established with defined Park Zones to utilize funds • Relates to neighborhood parks only Developed Neighborhood Parks • 19 developed parks • Total acreage - 176 acres • Average size - 9.3 acres Undeveloped Neighborhood Parks • 8 undeveloped sites • Total acreage - 56 acres • Average size - 7 acres Undeveloped Sites SUBDIVISION NAME SIZE LOCATION ZONE FUND BALANCE • Edelweiss Gartens 7.74 acres Park Zone 10 $88,367 • Shenendoah* 12.1 Park Zone 10 N/A • Southwest 4.78 Park Zone 6 $89,729 • Steeplechase 9.00 Park Zone 5 $92,406 • University Park 10.2 Park Zone 2 $133,963 • Westfield 4.29 Park Zone 10 $88,367 • Woodland Hills 3.21 Park Zone 9 $33,294 • Woodway 9.26 Park Zone 7 $787,857 *construcion in progress - $185,000 budgeted Under -served Neighborhoods • Northgate None Park Zone 1 $179,223 • Chimney Hills 5.0 Park Zone 2 $133,963 • Pebble Creek 10.2 Park Zone 11 $36,000 O:/Council/Park Issues Report Feb 04/Neighborhood Park Status Report City Assisted Programs 1. College Station Soccer Club (18 fields spring, 25 fields fall) Spring 1,179 players Fall 1,194 players 2. Aggieland Soccer Club (5 fields fall) Fall 22 teams, 330 players 3. Bryan/College Station Soccer Club (8 fields) Spring 26 teams, 390 players Summer 24 teams, 360 players Fall 24 teams, 360players 4. College Station Little League (9 lighted fields) Spring 873 players 1. Softball Fields Adult Youth Athletic Facility Inventory Central Park Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Jane Pulley softball Fields Lemontree Park 2. Soccer Fields Adult/Youth Anderson Park Central Park* Southwood Valley Athletic Park Veterans Park and Athletic Complex* four lighted fields two lighted fields two lighted 1 -fields one lighted field five fields, no lights three fields, no lights five fields, two with lights six fields, two with lights * Central Park three adult fields were subdivided into nine fields and Veterans Park and Athletic Complex six adult fields were subdivided into eight fields, by agreement with College Station Soccer Club, Aggieland Soccer and Bryan College Station Soccer League. 3. Baseball fields Southwood Valley Athletic Park six lighted fields Wayne Smith Park three lighted fields 2 City of College Station Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Fact Sheet SITE: 150 acres located in the City of College Station, in Park Zone 4 Funding approved by the voters in 1995 for use as a regional park :• Acquired from Bert Wheeler, Ltd. in 1998 $1,500,000 cost of acquisition :• Contains several identified archeological sites :• Includes extensive wetlands and natural areas :• Address - 3101 Harvey Road NAME: . "Veterans Park and Athletic Complex" :• Suggested by John P. Nichols, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board member Approved by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board in summer 1998 :• Approved by the City Council on October 12, 1998 MASTER PLAN: O'Malley Engineers selected for design process in October 1999 Master Plan approved by the City Council on May 25, 2000 Names of all future facilities approved by the City Council on July 26, 2001 Soccer fields, softball fields, pavilions, trails, and natural areas included :• Area reserved for development of Veterans Memorial :• Three (3) phases recommended for completion over a multi -year period PHASE I PROJECT: Funding approved by the voters in 1998 :• Construction contract awarded to Acklam Construction in Fall 2000 :• $2,936,000 cost of development :• Six (6) adult soccer fields (2 lighted) Two (2) adult softball fields (lighted) Two (2) restrooms .• Maintenance Facility :• Sidewalks, parking, roadways, and landscaping PHASE II PROJECT: Funding approved by voters in the November 4, 2003 election Will include three (3) additional adult softball fields (Old Glory Complex) Will include three (3) additional soccer fields Will include "full service" softball concession facility :• Will include additional landscaping, restrooms, and parking Will extend Veterans Parkway to "half way" point in park Will include large group pavilion facility (American Pavilion) Will include approximately one (1) mile of trails $6,925,000 estimated cost Projected completion by 2008 Revised November 21, 2003 PHASE III (PLANNED): Four (4) adult soccer fields Additional landscaping, restrooms, and parking Completion of Veterans Parkway with entrance on University Drive Forecast for completion after 2013 No funding authorized at this time Completion of an additional four (4)-field adult softball complex (Eagle Complex) Completion of a second group pavilion (Texas Pavilion) Will include additional trails and batting cages MEMORIAL FOR ALL VETERANS OF THE BRAZOS VALLEY: Developed as a separate public art project Coordinated by the Memorial for All Veterans of the Brazos Valley, Inc., with guidance and support from the Arts Council of the Brazos Valley :• Design Chairman N Dr. P. David Romei :• Artist N Robert Eccleston Landscape design N Larry Schuekler :• Graphics design N Stanton Ware Project Manager N Lynn Stuart Funded with support of public and private contributions from throughout the Brazos Valley Dedication on November 11, 2002, in honor of all veterans Over 3,00 veterans' names have been engraved Future additions in the preliminary planning stages will include history walk, honor wall expansion, and war memorials For additional information contact College Station Parks & Recreation Department at (979) 764-3486. �f College Station Parks and Recreation We Provide Good Things in Life Revised November 21, 2003 NOT TO SCALE LIMITS OF 100 YEAR FLOOD PLAIN o crw�wur_ .. w�ur�u w..nv LLIMITS OF FLOODWAYAREA 20N E 'AE" LIMITS OF 100 YEAR FLOOD PLAIN 1J 111:11j �);,Ji ;11iz APPROX.2 ACRE LAKE FOR DETENTI ON,STO RAGE AND FUTURE IRRIGATION WATER 11 BRAZOS VALLEY VETERANS MEMORIAL APPROVED MASTER PLAN May 25, 2000 VETERANS PARK AND ATHLETIC COMPLEX CITY OF COLLEGE STATION Proposition #4 Parks and Recreation Improvements Total $8,105,000 Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase II Development S6,925,000 (Estimated O&M: $204,000) Phase II to include: Softball - Three (3) adult softball fields - Full service concessions, restroom facilities, umpire and staff areas - Bleachers and shade covers for all fields - Playground, small shelter - Drainage improvements - Additional softball parking - Landscaping Soccer - Additional three (3) adult soccer fields - Irrigation, tiff 419 turf, sand root zone, etc. - Water fountains - Approximately 140 — 160 additional parking spaces in Parking Lot "D" (new lot) - Landscaping Large Group Pavilion - Pavilion to seat up to 500 people - Kitchen - Restrooms - Stage for entertainment and awards presentations - Storage and office for operation of major events and tournaments - Additional 140 parking spaces (new lot) - Playground Maintenance Building - Increase size of existing building to accommodate additional personnel, equipment, and storage Trail - Install approximately one (1) mile of concrete walking/jogging trail Miscellaneous - Veterans Parkway will be extended approximately 900 feet - Utility extensions will be made to serve all future phases - Completion of the softball fields (5-field Old Glory complex) will allow the Girls Fastpitch program to move to Central Park Park Facilitv Upgrades (Intergenerational) $310,000 (Estimated O&M: 3,000) - Part of City Council Strategic Issue in 2000 - Items to include sidewalks, benches, lighting, landscaping, water fountains, and shade structures - Helps to bring older parks up to the standards of newer parks - Anderson, Bee Creek, Brothers, Central, Cy Miller, Emerald Forest, Georgie K. Fitch, Jack and Dorothy Miller, Lemontree, Lincoln Center, Parkway, Pebble Creek, Raintree, Sandstone, Woodereek, and Longmire Parks Maintenance Buildings $870, 000 (Estimated O&M. • $3,000) New Forestry Shop 5,000 square feet of shop, office, restroom, and storage space - Paving - Mulch and soil storage - Fencing - Equipment Storage Central Park Shop Renovation - Renovate restrooms - Renovate break room - Add drives and parking - Improve storage areas - Update required ADA compliance 011'royecl5 ( !/' (,j)" mllng L'ond of C/I' Pro/ecis doc K A11. ARBORETUM UPDATE In addressing the Parks and Recreation Board's goal to restore the Arboretum to its former value, an inspection of the Arboretum was performed in early December. Several deficiencies were found upon inspection. The following shows the deficiencies and how they will or can be addressed (bold type). ❑ The lights at the shelter have cracked lens covers due to vandalism. New lens covers will be installed. ❑ The water fountain is an old wood pedestal type and should be replaced with a new handicap type. This fountain will be replaced with a metal handicap type once funds allow. ❑ Most of the bridges are in need of repair. Adam Lassiter, with Boy Scout Troop # 1222, has selected to make bridge repairs as an Eagle Scout Project. Park staff will meet with Adam the week of February Bch to determine which bridges to repair. ❑ The Graminetum sign and plant beds are in need of repair. Bob Knight with the TAMU Range Management and Ecology Department will have a workshop around mid -April to address improvements for the Graminetum. He wants to stencil the names of the plants on the boxes and get a drip line installed for the plants. CSPARD crews will install a water line for the Graminetum sometime in February or March. ❑ There are dead fallen trees throughout the arboretum. Parks Operations / Forestry can cut up fallen trees from the trails and set them aside for wildlife habitat. Dead vegetation within the wooded areas will remain. ❑ Some trails need minor clearing and some need to be re-established. Travis Milam, with Boy Scout Troop # has selected to do a trail clean-up on the western portion of the trails following the creek as an Eagle Scout Project. Clearing of other trails can be done by Parks Operations / Forestry crews or TAMU student service groups. ❑ The vegetation identification markers need to be replaced. Identification markers could possible be installed as an Eagle Scout Project. We will have to wait until another request comes in. The markers may be similar to the metal pedestal type markers used at Richard Carter Park. ❑ The pond is stagnant and overgrown with green algae. The pond is also very shallow and should be dredged. The feasibility of renovating the pond will be investigated. Also, consideration will be given to developing a drainage system that channels fresh water into the pond. Plans are to dredge out the pond and install an aerator, same as what was done to Cy Miller pond. ❑ Litter can be seen along the traits. A TAMU student service group will be contacted to address the litter throughout the park and will include the Arboretum. Other things concerning the arboretum: ♦ Bee Creek Drainage Project Not much has changed pertaining to this project. The Land Agent is still trying to acquire 10 parcels of land and 2 parcels are proceeding to condemnation. The schedule for construction is unknown. ♦ Bike Trail Pro iect Information will be presented once obtained. ♦ Texas Avenue Wideninsz Proiect It is not yet known when this project will start. The widening of Texas Avenue will have minimal effect on the arboretum. The sidewalk will be placed next to the curb. The utility easement will be moved back several feet, but the only thing effected by this is the arboretum sign along Texas Avenue. ♦ Light Replacement Project at Softball Fields Due to the new lighting installation the electrical power has been shut off at the softball fields. This same power source feeds the lights at the tennis courts and the arboretum shelter. Once this project is complete power will be restored to the Arboretum shelter. Weather has hampered to progress of this project. ♦ Continued Up -Keep of the Arboretum Parks Operations and Forestry crews will perform a weekly or biweekly litter removal throughout the Arboretum. Service volunteer groups will also be used for litter removal. Inspections of the Arboretum will be performed monthly. DRAFT GUIDELINES FOR THE NAMING OF PUBLIC FACILITIES CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS Purpose The purpose of these guidelines is to establish a systematic and consistent approach for the official naming of public facilities in the City of College Station, including parks, facilities, recreational areas, and municipal buildings. Obiectives • Ensure that parks, facilities, recreational areas, and municipal buildings are easily identified and located. • Ensure that given names to parks, facilities, recreational areas, and municipal buildings are consistent with the values and character of the area or neighborhood served. • Encourage public participation in the naming, renaming, and dedication of parks, facilities, recreational areas, and municipal buildings. • Encourage the dedication of lands, facilities, or donations by individuals and/or groups; • Advance the reputation of the City as well as increase the understanding and public support for its programs. Criteria The practice of the City of College Station is to name parks, recreation areas, facilities, and municipal buildings through an adopted process utilizing the above established objectives emphasizing community values and character, local and national history, geography, the environment, civics and service to the City of College Station. Therefore, the following criteria shall be used in determining the appropriateness of the naming designation: • Neighborhood, geographic, or common usage identification; • A historical figure, place, event, or other instance of historical or cultural significance; • National and state historical leaders or heroes, both past and present; • An individual (living or deceased) (a) who has made a significant land and/or monetary contribution to the park, recreation area, facility, or municipal building or (b) who has had the contribution made "In Memoriam" and when the name has been stipulated as a condition of the donation; or • An individual (living or deceased) who has contributed outstanding civic service to the City; • Predominant plant materials; • Streams, rivers, lakes, and creeks. Facilities or specialized areas may have a name different from that of the larger park, recreation area, facility, or municipal building. When feasible, the process to name parks, recreation areas, facilities, and municipal buildings should begin within 12 months after the City has acquired title to the land and/or formally accepted the dedication. Names that are similar to existing parks, recreation areas, facilities, and municipal buildings should not be considered in order to minimize confusion. Renaminq The City reserves the right to change the name of a park, recreation area, facility or municipal building to maintain consistency with these guidelines. However, renaming carries with it a much 1 GUIDELINES FOR THE NAMING OF PUBLIC FACILITIES 01 /23/04 greater burden of process compared to initial naming. Tradition and continuity of name and community identification are important community values. Each request to rename must meet the criteria of this policy, but meeting all criteria does not ensure renaming. Procedures Upon approval of these guidelines by Council, procedures consistent with the guidelines will be developed. It is anticipated that naming/renaming requests will be submitted to the City Manager. The Manager will then forward the request through an appropriate board, committee, or organization or directly to the City Council for approval.. (For example, if the naming or renaming request is for a parks facility, the City Manger will be submit the request to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board who will review and make a recommendation. The City Manager will review that recommendation and then submit it to Council for approval.) 2 GUIDELINES FOR THE NAMING OF PUBLIC FACILITIES 01/23/04 PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT & PARK LAND DEDICATION PROJECTS FY 2004 February 5, 2004 Bee Creek Light Pole Replacement Hensel Park Playground Replacement Wolf Pen Creek Signs (Cemetery Rear Entrance Design and Construction (Cemetery Land Acquisition (Southeast Community Park Two -Acre Purchase Lincoln Center Expansion/Improvements Richard Carter Park Irrigation, Walks, Drinking Fountain (Thomas Park Signs lEastgate Improvements Woodland Hills Park Design ILandscaping Six City Sites (Greens Prairie Rd Landscaping & Irrigation Design Hereford Street Traffic Island Landscaping & Irrigation Design Under Construction Pete Under Construction David Under Construction Pete Out to Bid Pete Pending Contract Ross Pending Contracts M. McAuliffe In Design Ric In Design Pete PK0210 GG9905 PK0319 $118,000 '98 G.O. $45,390 Replacement Account $70,500 General Fund $55,000 General Fund $275,000 '98 G.O. $40,000 $984,000 CDBG Funds $18,000 Replacement Account In Design David $3,600 In Design David $40,000 On Hold Pete/David ? Out to Bid (2/18) Pete N/A In Design David ST0214 In Design David ST 0305 $20,000 Replacement Account Brazos Beautiful Under Construction 3 Bids Received 0 Pending Contracts 2 Out to Bid 2 In Design 6 Pending Land Acquisition 0 Other 0 On Hold � 2/04 5/04 3/04 5104 Unknown 12104 3/05 12/04 4104 Unknown Park Land Dedication Park Raintree Improvements Windwood Imorovemen Miller Park Exercise Southwest Park Development Anderson Walk and Benches Bee Creek Benches I Anderson Park Swing Set Gabbard Park Sidewalk I Park Development I Zone 10 Park Development) Desion Edelweiss Gartens Pebble Creek Park Pla On Hold I Pete I NA On Hold I Pete I NA In Design ( Pete On Hold I Pete/David On Hold David I PK0315 On Hold David I PK0316 On Hold I David I PK0314 On Hold I David I NA In Design I Pete/David I PK9803 Under Construction Pete I PK0060 On Hold Pete In Design I Pete I NA Zonal Funds $01 Zone 4 Funds $01 Zone 4 Funds Zone 5& $20,OOO1 Replacement 5/04 1 1 1 $90,OOOI Zone 6 Funds $01 Zone 6 Funds $01 Zone 6 Funds $01 Zone 6 Funds $01 Zone 6 Funds $700,OOOI Zone 7 Funds I Unknown $185,OOO1 Zone 10 Funds I 4/15/04 $30,0001 Zone 11 Funds I - Intergenerational Project Page 2 STRATEGIC PLANS IMPLEMENTATION CALENDAR OCTOBER 2003 - JANUARY 2004 Core Sewkw Pw" r:ffeco" 04", ROsh. S1.8, Ndai & FV* Leisure, 1npiementation of Ak" Cwft ROSS Leisure ... . ...... ... . OtWa Foed SwykLtBPstEtes.1-Z. Aw P .. . ......... *�Fs S2A & M 11 LA11,41M L :�2 ... . .... .. ...... . .... . . ..... . ...... . . .......... o-'AIWI W' ng MW w e. .qf. J . ....... ...... I gMd KM nq 44- e. . . ... ..... . ... ................. .. ........... NOTE. Shaded items have been completed. Revised February 5, 2004 STRATEGIC PLANS IMPLEMENTATION CALENDAR FEBRUARY — MAY 2004 Cure Seti/ICes Protrido Ef wOve. Steve Ro.,M ste Parks $ ,.Qgtutte � "LP.i5u11E : CI IttQit YlOf 17R . Servkes "...:.: �. M�tl8tiC8 _..�... Ross �.. on ... . ;. Pwb & iESlll............dM tne�if cJtf Qf �. Steve ,: y -. ��11►%CAS..." ...:, � ', :..., .,�._ . La Ism. iPe lf:, Bid Cemetery Rear Entrance project Start Construction on Cemetery Rear Entrance project -Update tree -related info on city's website (this milestone delayed until the next update of the Tree Growing Guide —move milestone forward) Update Joint Use Agreement with CSISD move milestone forward f+eviewi�e ( ) 77 Conduct community needs assessment for Conference Center (moved milestone forward) =idG:...... /j v -Complete evaluation of current programs (moved from November) - Select consultant to develop policy - Assist with Brazos Valley International Festival - Present recommendations for Conference Center utilization to Parks Advisory Board "r i .iTW'{7 .: Develop L@iStlrB tCiei'�f� :' • .,,, .. .. ...,.. :.. a'ir� ' Y 4 ,x; fix hit FOOMM .. , Rego Ping 8�Pek Design neighborhood park for Park Zone 7 (Woodway area) Develop long-range athletic facility replacement &improvement plan >-.tO?��►t ,. " Leisure x �apmenf ; PstBcard. -� � Serf*es :S �xat rAfpnty �V4), ,,, " i� tN� t to Parks &yard 4n 2t1U sPi�i7�' ter . Itk , -Second Quarter report to Parks Advisory Board -Request funding for contract landscape maintenance services -WPC Phase II -Develop maintenance standard surveys for Zone 10 park. implementation plan for CIP approved in the November 2003 Bond Election by 4/1I04 - Develop operational cost estimates and revenue projections for operation by 5/1/04 - Design and construct Hensel Park playground - Develop recommendations to improve platting process &provide for developer -constructed parks. - Develop guidelines for developer - constructed park facilities. NOTE: Shaded items have been completed. Revised February 5, 2004 City of College Station Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Goals & Objectives FY2004 (not prioritized) 1. Oversee the development of a new Five -Year Capital Improvement Program (VS2S2e) ® Assist with the November 4, 2003 Bond Election ® Develop recommendations for new 5 year CIP implementation ❑ Provide oversight for planning and completion of CIP projects 2. Provide oversight and emphasis on further development of Veterans Park & Athletic Complex, Phase II (VS2S2d) ® Develop recommendation regarding schedule for development Status: December 9, 2003, Board meeting. ❑ Assist with the selection of design professionals ❑ Review & provide input concerning Phase II conceptual plans 3. Review and update the Park Land Dedication Ordinance (VS3S1 d) ® Review the existing ordinance and methodology Status: Draft approved; first review by Board at Januaryl3, 2004 meeting. ❑ Develop recommendations that will allow developers to construct parks 4. Oversee the design process and recommend improvements for neighborhood parks (VS2S2e) ❑ Park Zone 1 (Park site in the Northgate area) ❑ Park Zone 2 (Eastgate Park) ❑ Park Zone 2 (Richard Carter Park) ® Park Zone 6 (Southwest Park) Status: Park Land Dedication project prioritization on November 4, 2003. On December 9, 2003, the Board approved the conceptual design and park land dedication funds were dedicated, not to exceed the amount of $90,000. ❑ Park Zone 7 (Woodway Park) ® Park Zone 9 (Woodland Hills Park) Status: Request from Woodland Hills Homeowner's Association on December 9, 2003. ® Park Zone 10 (Park in the Shenandoah area) ❑ Develop recommendations for park and facility names Status: Subcommittee has been formed (Ken Livingston, Jodi Warner, Gary Erwin). Approved: October 14, 2003 Page 1 Updated: February 5, 2004 5. Provide oversight and support for the continued implementation of the Park Maintenance Standards (VS2S1 a) ❑ Review policies and standards for re -appraisal of existing parks, facilities, and services offered by the Department ❑ Review and identify critical needs and develop recommendations to address them 6. Restore the Arboretum at Bee Creek Park to its former value (VS2S2e) ❑ Develop recommendations for redevelopment of the trails ❑ Develop recommendations for signage and interpretive sites ❑ Develop recommendations for the pond areas ❑ Develop recommendations for graminetium ❑ Develop an operations and maintenance plan 7. Develop recommendations for botanical gardens in existing or proposed parks ❑ Determine the scope of the proposal ❑ Develop a proposed list of potential sites ❑ Develop recommendations for implementation S. Oversee the design and development of the W. A. Tarrow Park Corridor Master Plan (VS2S2e) ® Review conceptual plans for Lincoln Center expansion Status: December 9, 2003, Board meeting. ® Review conceptual plans for Tarrow Park additions Status: December 9, 2003, Board meeting. ❑ Develop recommendations for FY2005 CDBG Budget 9. Provide guidance and support for the implementation of a regional park site in Grimes County (VS2S4a) ® Develop local support for a state-wide $500M bond issue Status: Report at the November 4, 2003, Board meeting. On December 9, 2003, the Board approved a resolution that will be presented to the City Council in support of the project. ❑ Conduct a site tour of the TMPA property ❑ Develop a recommendation for the budget process 10. Assist with the implementation of an Urban Forest Management Plan (VS2S1b) ❑ Review and assist in the development of a policy for street trees and hazard trees ❑ Develop recommendations for implementation Approved: October 14, 2003 Page 2 Updated: February 5, 2004 11. Continued interaction between the Board and other City Boards ® Attend a joint briefing related to growth issues Status: Growth Report held on October 6th, 2003. In attendance was PARD supervisory staff, the Board, the Senior Advisory Committee, and the Cemetery Committee. ❑ Conduct joint meeting with the City Council ® Conduct joint meeting with the Planning & Zoning Comm. Status: Joint meeting was held on October 30, 2003. ® Conduct a joint meeting with the Senior Advisory Committee Status: Board met with Vice Chairperson Robert Meyer on October 14, 2003, and approved the Senior Advisory Committee goals for Fiscal Year 2004. ❑ Conduct a joint meeting with the Bryan Parks & Rec. Board 12. Support increased efforts to implement the Greenways Master Plan (VS3S2d) ® Review the status of the current greenways acquisition Status: Greenways Report on October 30th Joint Meeting with the Planning and Zoning Commission ❑ Support increased efforts for acquisition of greenways 13. Provide support & assistance for Departmental goals ❑ Develop recommendations for a donations program Status: Senior Advisory Committee Goal for FY04. ❑ Continue joint programming with outside agencies (VS2S4a) ❑ Identify potential sources of additional revenue ❑ Develop policies for on-line registration procedures ❑ Continue communication with outside user groups (VS2S4a) ❑ Support agency accreditation process Status: In progress. C I W, **r4or Approved: October 14, 2003 Page 3 Updated: February 5, 2004 City of College Station Parks & Recreation Department Goals & Objectives FY2004 Implementation of the CIP Program ® Implementation of the FY2004 CIP and Park Land Dedication Project List Status: In progress. Refer to project list. ® Support the November 2003 bond election projects Status: Election on Nov. 4, 2003. Continuation of Staff Development ❑ Complete Management Academy (Steve Beachy, Sheila Walker, David Hudspeth, Peter Vanecek) Status: ® Complete Supervisory Academy (Pam Springfield, David Wood) Status: Graduation on Tuesday, November 18, 2003. ❑ Complete Emergency Management Academy (Jimmy Charanza) Status: Application submitted. ® Attend NRPA Revenue Management School (Peter Lamont, David Gerling) Status: Attended February 7" _ 11th ❑ Attend TRAPS Conference (Peter Lamont, Geri Marsh) Status: Will attend March 10th _ 12th ❑ Conduct Arbor Master Training Status: (Date to be Determined) ® Attend the 10th Annual Southeast Texas Grounds Maintenance Conference in Conroe (to obtain required CEU's to maintain pesticide applicator's licenses) Status: Ross Albrecht, Gerald Guillory, Delmer Charanza, Sandra Weggman, Nina Stanley, Frank Thompson, David Sturdivant, Keith Fails, Mike Watson, Bruce Ray, Greg Richards attended on October 22, 2003. Implementation of City Council Strategic Issues ❑ Acquire new cemetery site and develop a plan for operations (VS1S1e) Status: Department is currently working on a Cemetery Management Plan. ❑ Continue implementation of Park Maintenance Standards (VS2S1a) Status: 1st Quarter Report presented to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on January 13, 2004; ❑ Continued implementation of the Urban Forest Management Plan (VS2S1b) Status: On hold. ❑ Continue efforts to make parks more intergenerational (VS2S2a) Status: Ongoing ❑ Review leisure service programs (VS2S2b) Status: ❑ Pursue cooperative efforts with the City of Bryan on joint programming (VS2S2c) Status: Ongoing Parks & Recreation Dept. FY04 Goals & Objectives Updated: February 5, 2004 Page 1 of 2 ❑ Develop veterans Park & Athletic Complex, Phase II (VS2S2d) Status: ® Develop new five-year Parks Capital Improvement Projects (VS2S2e) Status: Completed January 26, 2004 ❑ Promote performing arts (VS2S3a) Status: Marian Anderson String Quartet performances on Nov. 2"d and 3rd ® Implement regional planning and develop initiative (VS2S4a) Status: Dr. John Crompton gave a report to the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board on November 4th, and the Board was in consensus on supporting a resolution to go to the City Council in support of a future regional park site in Grimes County. The resolution was approved by the Board during its December gth meeting. ❑ Update the Park Land Dedication Ordinance (VS3S1d) Status: Implementation of Special Projects & Programs ® Assist with the development and implementation of the City's website Status: The City went on-line February 3, 2004. ❑ Implement automated recreation registration software Status: RecWare contract will be presented to the City Council on January 8, 2004. ❑ Adopt and implement temp/seasonal pay plan Status: In progress. Draft Plan has been created. ❑ Implement cemetery software Status: ❑ Conduct benchmark survey of similar cities Status: Parks information has been entered into ActiveParks.Org. ® Coordinate the City's 65th Birthday Celebration on October 19th Status: Complete. ❑ Investigate the feasibility for departmental accreditation Status: Initial staff "kick off' meeting on November 18th. In progress. ❑ Investigate the feasibility of implementing a Donations Program for the department Status: Senior Advisory Committee goal for Fiscal Year 2004. `I Parks & Recreation Dept. FY04 Goals & Objectives Updated: February 5, 2004 Page 2 of 2 Senior Services Coordinator Report January 2004 2004 Christmas Tree Recycling Project The two cities conducted the 16t annual Christmas Tree Recycling project on January 3ra In College Station 345 trees were collected at Central Park and Bryan's Haswell Park had 197 trees dropped off. The sanitation divisions in both cities collected 1532 together with an additional 333 trees which were delivered directly to the compost facility. The total number of trees collected reached 2,407. The trees taken in at Central Park were chipped on site and spread throughout the picnic area by the ponds. Pool Trout Fish -Out The annual event will be held on February 6-81h at Southwood Pool. Bush Library Classic Film Series How Green was my Valley will be showing at the George Bush Library Auditorium on February 12th at 7:00pm. The movie is free to the public. African History and Art Week On February 3-5, Lincoln Center will celebrate African History and Art Week. Valentine Dance The College Station Senior Services and St. Joseph Gold Medallion Club will jointly sponsor a Valentine Dance for Seniors on Thursday, February 121h at the College Station Conference Center from 7:00pm-9:30pm. The cost is $5.00/person. Computer Classes for Seniors The College Station Senior Services will offer beginning and intermediate computer classes just for seniors. The classes are held at the Teen Center and the sessions begin the last week in January and run through May. Classes meet twice a week for three weeks and the cost is $50.00. Computer Club The Computer Club for Seniors meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 9:00am- 10:30am at the College Station Utilities Service Center on Graham Road in the training room. January meeting dates are the 141h and 281h. In February the club meets on the 11 th and 25th Third Friday Bridge All seniors are welcome to play bridge on the third Friday of each month at the Teen Center. The group meets from 9:30am-12:30pm on Friday, January 16th and Friday, February 20th Senior Advisory Committee Regular Meeting Monday, January 26, 2004 College Station Teen Center 1520 Rock Prairie Road 10:00am MINUTES Members Present: E.E. Burns, Frank Camplone, Catherine Lamb, Robert Meyer, Haskell Monroe, Neal Nutall, Raymond Reed, Suzanne Reynolds, Colleen Risinger, Betty Wilbom and Joanna Yeager Members Absent: Fred Dollar, Laura Holmes, Dipankar Sen and Yvonne Stevens I. Call to order. The meeting was called to order by Joanna Yeager, Chairman, at 10:00am II. Hear visitors. No Visitors III. Approval of minutes from regular meeting on December 15, 2003. Haskel Monroe made the motion that the minutes be approved. Catherine Lamb seconded the motion. The motion passed. IV. Discussion, consideration and possible action concerning Brazos Greenways Council, Sherry Ellison. Ms. Ellison, President of the Brazos Greenways Council, explained the purpose of the council which is to support the connection of greenways in the city between businesses and neighborhood. Ms. Ellison presented to the Senior Advisory Committee a proposal for a senior walk with a guide and wanted the committee to suggest the best time and date for a walk. The proposed site is Wolf Pen Creek trail. The committee recommended a weekday morning in late March starting at 9:30am. V. Discussion, consideration and possible action concerning City Center, Ray Reed. Ray Reed explained his role in a newly formed committee by the city council to address the idea of holding a national competition for the design of the new city center. Mr. Reed explained that the committee was formed to discuss and recommend to council how to sponsor such a competition. Mr. Reed also reported that the Dean of the Architecture at A&M has agreed to manage the competition. He will keep the Senior Advisory Committee informed on the process. VI. Discussion, consideration and possible action from sub -committees. • Program Sub -committee report -Catherine Lamb, Chairman of the sub- committee reported the spring programs proposed by the committee. On Wednesday, February 25th from 11:30-1:OOpm a lunch/lecture on Black History in College Station will be held at the Conference Center. On Saturday, March 6ch a tour of the Azalea Trail in Houston will be offered. In April a visit to the George Bush Library with tour and lecture is planned. Date to be announced. On Wednesday, May 51h a lunch/lecture on the Hispanic culture will be the topic at the Conference Center. VII. Review, discussion and possible action concerning Committee Goals. 0 Gift program application - A review of committee goal #3 was discussed. The goal reads, "Encourage the development of a gift program for donations to the City of College Station". Ray Reed developed an application and the committee reviewed the draft. The committee discussed that a city representative such as the City Secretary should be designated as the point of contact to accept or reject the gift and route the application to the proper individual. Mr. Burns said that gifts of trees should involve the City Forester who would be the most knowledgeable. It was also suggested that a list of items the city would like to have donated include costs. Neal Nutall made the motion that the Senior Advisory Committee approach Steve Beachy and the City Secretary on how best to prepare a simple contract and prepare a list of gifts. Haskell Monroe seconded the motion. The motion passed. Marci Rodgers agreed to contact Steve Beachy and the City Secretary to discuss the process of donating gifts to the city and report back at the next meeting. VIII. Senior Services Coordinator Report. Report on file IX. Next meeting date and agenda items. Monday, February 23, 2004 X. Adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 11:13am. CITY OF COLLEGE STATION CONFERENCE CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE MONTHLY MEETING Wednesday, December 17, 2003 at 12:00noon College Station Conference Center 1300 George Bush Drive College Station, Texas 77840 MINUTES Staff Present: Grace Calbert, Conference Center Facility Supervisor Nita Hilburn, Recording Secretary Members Present: Glenda Elledge, Mollie Guin (Chair), Alma Molina, Fran Lamb (Vice Chair) Members Absent: Annie Lee Finch Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 12:16pm. Pardon -Consider requests for absences of members from meeting: Fran Lamb and Ed Hold, have requested verbally to re sign from the committee due to other commitments. They will submit letters of recognition to the committee. Hear visitors- None Appointment of Conference Center Advisory Committee Chairman and Vice Chairman: The committee named Mollie Guin as president for year 2003-2004 and Alma Molina as vice-president for year 2003-2004. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes: Glenda Elledge made a motion to approve the minutes from Regular Meeting of November 19, 2003. Alma Molina seconded the motion. Motion passed. Revenue Reports: Revenue reports were reviewed for November 2003. Revenues for November 2003 were $ 11,899.17 versus November 2002 of $ 7,921.59. Number of clients served November 2003 were 6,917 vs. November 2002 of 5,887. Adjourn: Meeting was adjourned at 1:05pm Next Meeting Date is on Tuesday, January 27, 2003 at 12:00 noon. Respectfully submitted, Nita Hilburn, Recording Secretary From: "City of College Station " <info@cstx.org> To: <smanna@cstx.gov> Date: 2/4/2004 9:15:22 PM Subject: Response to Apply For A Citizen Committee Form Name: Date Submitted: 2/4/2004 8:53:20 PM Apply For A Citizen Committee Name: Ben Lohmer Home Address: 1408 Summit St Telephone: 9792240377 Fax: E-mail: ben@lohmer.net College Station Resident for years: 5 Subdivision: Summit Townhomes Voter Registration Number: Business Owner: Yes Business Name: Innovative Health Solutions Occupation: Air and Water Purification Specialist Work Address: Work Telephone: Work Fax: Work E-mail: Education: BS from Texas A&M Position Sought (No. 1 being most preferable and No. 3 being least preferable): Parks and Recreation Board, Library Committee, 911 Brazos County Emergency Committee If you currently serve on any other committees, boards or commissions, please list them here: Please list any experience or interest that qualifies you to serve in the position desired: Agriculture background, Interest in the Community, Willingness to serve In compliance with Chapter 552, Government Code (Public Information Act), information related to the applicant's home address, home telephone number, and e-mail address shall be made available to the public, unless the applicant chooses not to release the information. Release information?: No CC: <vcasares@cstx.gov> Form Name: Date Submitted: 2/4/2004 8:53:20 PM Apply For A Citizen Committee Name: Ben Lohmer Home Address: 1408 Summit St Telephone: 9792240377 Fax: E-mail: ben@lohmer.net College Station Resident for years: 5 Subdivision: Summit Townhomes Voter Registration Number: Business Owner: Yes Business Name: Innovative Health Solutions Occupation: Air and Water Purification Specialist Work Address: Work Telephone: Work Fax: Work E-mail: Education: BS from Texas A&M Position Sought (No. 1 being most preferable and No. 3 being least preferable): Parks and Recreation Board, Library Committee, 911 Brazos County Emergency Committee If you currently serve on any other committees, boards or commissions, please list them here: Please list any experience or interest that qualifies you to serve in the position desired: Agriculture background, Interest in the Community, Willingness to serve ln compliance with Chapter 552, Government Code (Public Information Act), information related to the applicant's home address, home telephone number, and e-mail address shall be made available to the public, unless the applicant chooses not to release the information. Release information?: No 2003 ATHLETIC FIELD STATUS & UTILIZATION City Operated Programs 1. Adult Softball (6 lighted fields) Slow Pitch Spring 160 teams, 2,240 players Summer 171 teams, 2,394 players Fall 158 teams, 2,212 players Fast Pitch Spring 0 teams Summer 11 teams, 154 players Fall 3 teams, 42 players 2. Girls Softball (3 lighted fields) Fast Pitch Spring 25 teams, 257 players Fall 20 teams, 207 players Travel Teams 17 teams, 221 players 3. Adult Flag Football (2 lighted fields) Fall 9 teams, 117 players 4. Youth Flag Football (5 lighted fields) Fall 40 teams, 345fields 5. Youth Basketball (7 CSISD gyms) Winter 90 teams, 700 players 6. Adult Volleyball (4 gyms) Spring 25 teams, 200 players Summer 24 teams, 192 players Fall 22 teams, 176 players Winter 26 teams, 208 players 7. Youth Volleyball (4 gyms) Summer 14 teams, 125 players 8. TAAF Swim Team Summer 235 swimmers 9. Challenger Series Soccer 30 players Basketball 51 players Bowling 37 players CITY OF COLLEGE STATION PARKS AND RECREATION Absence Request Form For Elected and Appointed Officers I will not be in attendance at the meeting of for the reason(s) specified: �n A0 Q 0*5 s�� V�aWu`dYu� �Fa G tea. 1 ignature U This request shall be submitted to the office of the committee/board secretary prior to the meeting date. o:boa rd/absentee torm.doc .ww College Station r-j • Ab • pARks & RECREATION COREGE STATION Table of Contents Page PART ONE: Intergenerational Parks Update .................................................. 3 PART TWO: Neighborhood Park Status......................................................... 7 PART THREE: 2003 Athletic Field Status and Utilization .................................. 8 PART FOUR: Veterans Park & Athletic Complex Fact Sheet ........................ 14 PART FIVE: Proposition #4 Parks & Recreation Improvements ................. 16 ATTACHMENTS: College Station Park Zone Map Eastgate Park Concept Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Master Plan Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Table of Contents Intergenerational Parks Update February 2004 History Strategic Issue developed in the summer/fall of 2000 a. Seek input b. Set standards c. Inventory of Parks d. Present report to the City Council Joint effort (report) between Texas A&M University's Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Sciences and the College Station Parks and Recreation Department delivered to the City Council on March 22, 2001 (RPTS 402 Class - Dr. Scott Shafer). Report Included: - Standards for intergenerational park features - Survey park needs - Surveyed users and focus groups - Recommendations for current parks - Related strategies - Suggestions for future parks - Written report provided to City - Presentation to Council Most significant priorities: - Shade structures/trees - Benches with backs - Walking trails - Landscaping - Lighting Intergenerational Park Standard Desiqn Features To provide parks that appeal to a broader age group, the Parks and Recreation Department has developed a list of standard items to be included in future parks. These items will also be included in existing parks as funding becomes available. These standards apply to all neighborhood and community parks. Generally, community parks may function as neighborhood parks and contain many of the same park features. These standards are guidelines that help guide the master plan for each park. Park Issues Report To Council February 2004 Page 3 Oriqinal Neiqhborhood Park Facilitv Standard Features 1. Playground 9. Benches 2. Swings 10. Open Play Area 3. Basketball Court 11. Bike Rack 4. Volleyball court 12. Drinking Fountain 5. Jogging / Walking Trail 13. Exercise Station/s 6. Shelter 14. Trees / Drip Irrigation 7. Area Lighting 15. Identifying Sign 8. Soccer / Youth Baseball - Practice Areas Facilities Suqqested by Survey Participants (From Each Top 5) School Age K - 6 1. Go Carts 2. More Swimming Pools 3. Water Park 4. Zoo 5. Amusement Park Teens 7 - 12 1. Skate Park 2. Refrigerated Water Fountain 3. Water Park 4. Bike Park 5. More Swimming Pools College Age 1. Dog Park 2. Skate Park 3. Biking Trail 4. More Tennis Courts 5. More Volleyball Pits Young Adult 1. Walking Trails 2. Open Green Space 3. Disc Golf Course 4. More Ponds 5. Benches Seniors 1. Landscaped Walking Trails 2. Benches 3. Bathrooms 4. Ponds / Water Fountains 5. Jogging / Walking Trail Revised Neighborhood Park Facility Standards 1. Improved Playgrounds - Covered, d. Bench with back every 650', with Tot Included every other bench covered 2. Separate Swings 5. Shelters - Possibly a small shelter 3. Basketball Courts along walking trails 4. Jogging / Walking Trail 6. Area Lighting - Adequate lighting of a. 6' minimum width major facilities for safety b. Must meet all accessible grades 7. Soccer / Youth Baseball - Practice c. 150'-200' maximum distance areas where possible between area lighting 8. Backstops and goals for all fields Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Page 4 9. Benches with back 13. Identifying Sign 10. Open Play Areas 14. Landscaping features along trail 11. Bike Racks ex. (small annual bed) 12. Drinking Fountains Completed Proiects That Incorporate Intergenerational Features FY02 ❖ Castlegate Park Development - $24,500 - 40 Trees and 3 benches ❖ Gabbard Park Improvements - $45,000 - 39 Trees, benches, 5 lights, and 1 water fountain ❖ Brison Park Improvements - $17,100 - 3 Benches, walks (360 linear feet), and 1 drinking fountain ❖ Merry Oaks Park Improvements - $24,000 - Benches, walks (990 linear feet), and 2 lights ❖ Pebble Creek Park Improvements - $18,276 - 36 Additional trees TOTAL — $128,876 Completed Proiects That Incorporate Intergenerational Features FY03 ❖ Jack and Dorothy Miller Jogging Track Surface - $61,643 - Concrete sidewalk and rubber sidewalk surfacing - Cost $61,643.20 ($13,311.00 - City of College Station's Share) ❖ Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase I - $20,000 - Walks and benches ❖ Madeley Park - $22,018 - 2 Bridges and 2 benches ❖ Central Park Lighting Improvements - $17,000 - 12 Lights along the bike loop trail ❖ Thomas Pool Shade Cover - $12,395 ❖ Lick Creek Park, Phase 1- $506,726 ($80,000 Grant Included) - Trails, 2 bridges, and a parking lot ❖ Edelweiss Park Improvements - $17,800 - Concrete bridge, and landscape improvements w/irrigation Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Page 5 ❖ Southwood Athletic Park - $22,290 - 2 Shade covers at the two playgrounds. ❖ South Knoll Jogging Track - $8,000 - Rubber cushion surfacing - Cost $8,000 (City of College Station's Share) ❖ Wolf Pen Creek - $118,000 - Trails, 12 benches, trees, and lights ❖ Central and Cy Miller Parks - $11,333 -7 benches in Central and 2 in Cy Miller ❖ Oaks and W.A. Tarrow Park- $15,110 - 3 benches in Oaks and 9 in W.A. Tarrow TOTAL — $445,589 Scheduled Projects That Incorporate Intergenerational Features FY04 ❖ Brothers Pond, Georgie K. Fitch, and Cy Miller Parks - Additional benches ❖ Woodway Park Development - Park Zone 7 Full Park Design ❖ Zone 10 Park Development ❖ Southwest Park Development - Walks and benches ❖ Pebble Creek Park Improvements - Covered tot playground Intergenerational Projects November 2003 Bond Issue, ❖ Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase II Landscaping, 1-mile walking trail, and benches ❖ Intergenerational Upgrades - $310,000 Upgrades for parks in zones where park land dedication funds are expected to be slow - in -coming are because they are areas of slow residential growth. Sixteen (16) parks are included with primary features being area lighting, walks, benches, drinking fountains, playground covers, and additional trees. Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Page 6 Neighborhood Park Status February 2004 Park Accessibility • Neighborhood Parks intended to serve children • Should be within '/2 miles walking distance from residence • Should not have to cross barriers (major streets, railroads, etc.) • Comprehensive GIS-based report completed December 1999 Parkland Dedication Ordinance • Serves as the main tool for neighborhood park acquisition • Revised in 1999 to include provision for development fee • Is established with defined Park Zones to utilize funds • Relates to neighborhood parks only Developed Neiqhborhood Parks • 19 developed parks • Total acreage — 176 acres • Average size — 9.3 acres Undeveloped Neiqhborhood Parks • 8 undeveloped sites • Total acreage — 56 acres • Average size — 7 acres Undeveloped Sites SUBDIVISION NAME SIZE LOCATION ZONE FUND BALANCE • Edelweiss Gartens 7.74 acres Park Zone 10 $88,367 • Shenendoah* 12.1 Park Zone 10 N/A • Southwest 4.78 Park Zone 6 $89,729 • Steeplechase 9.00 Park Zone 5 $92,406 • University Park 10.2 Park Zone 2 $133,963 • Westfield 4.29 Park Zone 10 $88,367 • Woodland Hills 3.21 Park Zone 9 $33,294 • Woodway 9.26 Park Zone 7 $787,857 `Construction in progress - $185,000 budgeted Under -served Neiqhborhoods • Northgate None Park Zone 1 $179,223 • Chimney Hills 5.0 Park Zone 2 $133,963 • Pebble Creek 10.2 Park Zone 11 $36,000 Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Page 7 2003 Athletic Field Status & Utilization Citv Operated Proqrams 1. Adult Softball (6 lighted fields) Slow Pitch Spring 160 teams, 2,240 players Summer 171 teams, 2,394 players Fall 158 teams, 2,212 players Fast Pitch Spring 0 teams Summer 11 teams, 154 players Fall 3 teams, 42 players 2. Girls Softball (3 lighted fields) Fast Pitch Spring 25 teams, 257 players Fall 20 teams, 207 players Travel Teams 17 teams, 221 players 3. Adult Flag Football (2 lighted fields) Fall 9 teams, 117 players 4. Youth Flag Football (5 lighted fields) Fall 40 teams, 345fiekls 5. Youth Basketball (7 CSISD gyms) Winter 90 teams, 700 players 6. Adult Volleyball (4 gyms) Spring 25 teams, 200 players Summer 24 teams, 192 players Fall 22 teams, 176 players Winter 26 teams, 208 players 7. Youth Volleyball (4 gyms) Summer 14 teams, 125 players 8. TAAF Swim Team Summer 235 swimmers 9. Challenger Series Soccer 30 players Basketball 51 players Bowling 37 players Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Page 8 Citv Assisted Proqrams 1. College Station Soccer Club (18 fields spring, 25 fields fall) Spring 1,179 players Fall 1,194 players 2. Aggieland Soccer Club (5 fields fall) Fall 22 teams, 330 players 3. Bryan/College Station Soccer Club (8 fields) Spring 26 teams, 390 players Summer 24 teams, 360 players Fall 24 teams, 360players 4. College Station Little League (9 lighted fields) Spring 873 players Athletic Facilitv Inventory 1. Softball Fields Adult Central Park Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Youth Jane Pulley Softball Fields Lemontree Park 2. Soccer Fields Adult/Youth Anderson Park Central Park* Southwood Valley Athletic Park Veterans Park and Athletic Complex* four lighted fields two lighted fields two lighted 1 - fields one lighted field five fields, no lights three fields, no lights five fields, two with lights six fields, two with lights * Central Park three adult fields were subdivided into nine fields and Veterans Park and Athletic Complex six adult fields were subdivided into eight fields, by agreement with College Station Soccer Club, Aggieland Soccer and Bryan College Station Soccer League. 3. Baseball Fields Southwood Valley Athletic Park six lighted fields Wayne Smith Park three lighted fields Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Page 9 Parks and Recreation Department Soccer Field Rental and Use Policies & Procedures 1. Only approved games and practices will be allowed on game fields per contractual agreement between the City and the Soccer League. College Station Parks and Recreation Department (CSPARD) staff encourages alternate sites to be located for practices by all groups. It is suggested that soccer organizations get together and assign particular fields for practices for each organization. Fields will be made available for practices only after rough game schedules have been determined at preseason meeting. These practice time slots will be based on total number of game times required by all groups, condition of fields immediately after the preceding season, and facility maintenance needs. Once the season schedule is determined, changes will be made based only on fields and turf conditions worsening or weather concerns and rainouts. An up -dated list of competitive parks and recreation maintained soccer fields will be available to user groups, in addition, the department will supply a list of park facilities that may be utilized for practices which will include goal sizes. CPARD further suggests that each soccer group should seek privately owned areas that could be utilized for scrimmages and practices. These areas would be maintained by the soccer group(s) utilizing the area(s). 2. The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to rent the game fields to other user groups. Fields may be rented to groups for "special events" (such as powder -puff football, play - days, Easter egg hunt, etc.) but such rentals will be kept at a minimum as not to conflict with competitive league schedules. Thus schedules will be needed as quickly as practical after registration is complete. These rentals would be non -contracted user groups. These requested rentals must first be approved through the Athletic Supervisor. Notification will be given to contracted user groups so that these dates may be considered when developing schedules. Approved rental/reservation groups will not be "bumped" by soccer groups for rainouts or late schedules being submitted. It is highly recommended that contracted user groups get schedules in as soon as possible so that the reservation books may be blocked. CSPARD will provide the dates of any rentals that have been booked for special events/activities 3. League organizers/contact persons will begin meeting prior to seasons to coordinate league and game schedules to eliminate conflicts between user groups. Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Page 10 Each soccer league should appoint/elect an individual to serve as league organizer\city liaison. The league organizer\city liaison will be the league representative in meetings CSPARD and coordinate the fields. The league organizer\city liaison will have authorization to act on behalf of the respective soccer league and be responsible for scheduling fields for practices, games, and tournaments. CSPARD will provide the dates of any rentals that have been booked for special events/activities. CSPARD Recreation Superintendent will coordinate meeting dates and times with contracted soccer groups to work out league schedules as to eliminate conflicts between user groups and determine if practice schedules are feasible. The meeting schedule is determined by the Recreation Superintendent and will be as follows: Meeting for the coordination of summer schedules will be held in late April Meeting for the coordination of fall schedules will be held in July Meeting for the coordination of spring schedules will be held in late Dec. or early Jan. 4. No fields will be guaranteed prior to the submittal, and approval of proposed league schedules from contracted user groups to the Parks & Recreation Department Recreation Superintendent. No practices or games will be allowed until the leagues user contract has been completed. Detailed schedules will be made available upon the completion of each contracted user groups registration. Once league registration is complete detailed schedules must be submitted to the CSPARD for approval prior to games being played. Schedules should be submitted no later than one week prior to requested start date. The detailed schedule should show team names, game times and field location(s). Team Rosters must be submitted as well to CSPARD as per the Facility Users agreement prior to the start of the playing season. The contract must meet the approval of the City's Legal Department. 5. No reservations for soccer fields for games or league activities (such as try- outs or practices) will be made unless the league organizer requests it. The organizer or "authorized" representative for each contracted group should be made known through the completion of the annual user agreement. Each league or Club representative will pass this information on to his or her coaches. 6. For field rainout information for youth fields, call 764-3749. For rain out information on adult soccer fields call, 764-3644. It is recommended that each league update their web site once rainout information has been announced and that individuals utilize those sites as well. 7. The FIELD CLOSED sign will always take priority as to the availability of the field. Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Page 11 These signs may be posted after 3:00 due to rain, etc. Coaches need to be made aware of this policy. Fields may be closed for reasons other than rain or extremely wet conditions. If field closures are deemed necessary the CSPARD Recreation Superintendent or Athletic Supervisors will make every attempt to contact the league representative for notification of such closure. It is the responsibility of the league organizer to notify their coaches or team representatives. Field closures enforced through the CSPARD Staff and/or the College Station Police Department as per City Ordinance #1322. 8. Unauthorized field use will be governed through the contracted soccer leagues and the Parks and Recreation Department. Repeated offenders will be addressed. 9. No rental fees will be collected from contracted youth soccer groups for approved league play and league advancement tournaments (i.e. Eastern District Playoffs) during the duration of their contract with the City. 10. Rental fees and deposits will be collected for tournaments such as fundraisers, exhibition tournaments, i.e. the Aggieland Soccer Classic and non - contracted league activities. Non -contracted league activity would be any activity that was not a part of the original approved schedule submitted prior to the start of the season by contracted user groups. This would include tournament type activity that was not included as part of the league activity. Such requests must be submitted and approved by CSPARD. The Athletic Supervisor will be responsible to ensure that all fees associated with such activities and that all necessary paperwork (Tournament Reservation Agreement) has been acquired and completed from the reserving party CSPARD Secretarial Staff may schedule and collect fees with the written approval of the Athletic Supervisor. No reservations will be made through Parks Operation District Supervisors or Superintendent. 11. The City will give notice to soccer groups as to the location of soccer goals, and maintenance schedules. An up -dated list of competitive parks and recreation maintained soccer fields will be available to user groups, in addition, the department will supply a list of park facilities that may be utilized for practices which will include goal sizes. As soon as possible prior to the first of each year, maintenance schedules will be distributed to contracted user groups for planning purposes. These maintenance schedules shall have field opening and closing dates for each facility. Fields may also be closed, outside of the published schedule, if in the opinion of the Parks Operation Supervisor and Superintendent, it is necessary to prevent a hazardous situation from developing due to weather or wear and tear of the field turf. Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Page 12 12. Any soccer clinic held on College Station facilities must be approved by the Parks and Recreation Department no less than 10 days prior to the start of the clinic, pending space available. Any group wishing to hold a clinic on College Station Soccer fields is advised to ensure facility availability early in the planning stage. Any clinic sponsored by one of the contracting agencies shall be scheduled by the authorized organization representative. Any other group wishing to schedule a clinic will be required to provide proof of insurance for the clinic prior to approval for the clinic being granted and fields being rented Approved by College Station Parks and Recreation Advisory Board 01/13/04 This revision includes changes to the policy dated 10-26-00 as discussed on 12-16-03. Representatives for the following agencies were present: Aggieland Soccer Club — Guy Denoux Brazos Valley Youth Soccer Association — Mitchell Smith College Station Soccer Club — Billy Hart College Station Parks and Recreation Department — Peter Lamont, Curtis Bingham Other comments received from Todd Callaway, Bryan College Station Soccer League Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Page 13 Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Fact Sheet Site 150 acres located in the City of College Station, in Park Zone 4 Funding approved by the voters in 1995 for use as a regional park Acquired from Bert Wheeler, Ltd. in 1998 $1,500,000 cost of acquisition Contains several identified archeological sites Includes extensive wetlands and natural areas Address - 3101 Harvey Road Name "Veterans Park and Athletic Complex" :• Suggested by John P. Nichols, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board member Approved by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board in summer 1998 Approved by the City Council on October 12, 1998 Master Plan :• O'Malley Engineers selected for design process in October 1999 Master Plan approved by the City Council on May 25, 2000 Names of all future facilities approved by the City Council on July 26, 2001 Soccer fields, softball fields, pavilions, trails, and natural areas included Area reserved for development of Veterans Memorial :• Three (3) phases recommended for completion over a multi -year period Phase I Proiect Funding approved by the voters in 1998 :• Construction contract awarded to Acklam Construction in Fall 2000 :• $2,936,000 cost of development Six (6) adult soccer fields (2 lighted) :• Two (2) adult softball fields (lighted) Two (2) restrooms Maintenance Facility Sidewalks, parking, roadways, and landscaping Phase 11 Proiect Funding approved by voters in the November 4, 2003 election Will include three (3) additional adult softball fields (Old Glory Complex) Will include three (3) additional soccer fields Will include "full service" softball concession facility a Will include additional landscaping, restrooms, and parking Will extend Veterans Parkway to "half way" point in park Will include large group pavilion facility (American Pavilion) Will include approximately one (1) mile of trails $6,925,000 estimated cost Projected completion by 2008 Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Page 14 Phase III (Planned) Four (4) adult soccer fields Additional landscaping, restrooms, and parking Completion of Veterans Parkway with entrance on University Drive Forecast for completion after 2013 No funding authorized at this time Completion of an additional four (4)-field adult softball complex (Eagle Complex) :• Completion of a second group pavilion (Texas Pavilion) Will include additional trails and batting cages Memorial For All Veterans Of The Brazos Valley Developed as a separate public art project Coordinated by the Memorial for All Veterans of the Brazos Valley, Inc., with guidance and support from the Arts Council of the Brazos Valley a Design Chairman — Dr. P. David Romei Artist — Robert Eccleston :• Landscape design — Larry Schuekler Graphics design — Stanton Ware Project Manager — Lynn Stuart Funded with support of public and private contributions from throughout the Brazos Valley Dedication on November 11, 2002, in honor of all veterans Over 3,00 veterans' names have been engraved Future additions in the preliminary planning stages will include history walk, honor wall expansion, and war memorials Park Issues Report To Council -- February 2004 Page 15 Proposition #4 Parks and Recreation Improvements Total $8,105,000 Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, ■ Utility extensions will be made to serve Phase II Development all future phases $6,925,000 ■ Completion of the softball fields (5-field (Estimated O&M: $204,000) Old Glory complex) will allow the Girls Fastpitch program to move to Central Phase II to include: Park Softball ■ Three (3) adult softball fields ■ Full service concessions, restroom facilities, umpire and staff areas • Bleachers and shade covers for all fields ■ Playground, small shelter ■ Drainage improvements ■ Additional softball parking ■ Landscaping Soccer ■ Additional three (3) adult soccer fields ■ Irrigation, tiff 419 turf, sand root zone, etc. ■ Water fountains ■ Approximately 140 — 160 additional parking spaces in Parking Lot "D" (new lot) • Landscaping Large Group Pavilion • Pavilion to seat up to 500 people ■ Kitchen • Restrooms ■ Stage for entertainment and awards presentations ■ Storage and office for operation of major events and tournaments ■ Additional 140 parking spaces (new lot) • Playground Maintenance Buildina, ■ Increase size of existing building to accommodate additional personnel, equipment, and storage Trail • Install approximately one (1) mile of concrete walking/jogging trail Miscellaneous ■ Veterans Parkway will be extended approximately 900 feet Park Facility Upgrades (Intergenerational) $310,000 (Estimated O&M: 3,000) ■ Part of City Council Strategic Issue in 2000 ■ Items to include sidewalks, benches, lighting, landscaping, water fountains, and shade structures ■ Helps to bring older parks up to the standards of newer parks • Anderson, Bee Creek, Brothers, Central, Cy Miller, Emerald Forest, Georgie K. Fitch, Jack and Dorothy Miller, Lemontree, Lincoln Center, Parkway, Pebble Creek, Raintree, Sandstone, Woodcreek, and Longmire Parks Maintenance Buildings $870,000 (Estimated O&M: $3,000) New Forestry Shop ■ 5,000 square feet of shop, office, restroom, and storage space ■ Paving ■ Mulch and soil storage • Fencing ■ Equipment Storage Central Park Shop Renovation ■ Renovate restrooms ■ Renovate break room • Add drives and parking ■ Improve storage areas ■ Update required ADA compliance Park Issues Report To Council - February 2004 Page 16 � lj'_i '� �:�+ • is � T+- �. � `.� �^ � �.. � ♦ O/ �i��\,�►' .M� �� >f i ♦�/� • t,z ,.+'°` I e � � .Ifs,. ; y ,,, a ^* a, . ��►�/�'�� I ,�. ,I t�� l e >�I j4. \rfj_/raj pi'•. :�� '� •�'.,,,:;:; 'f• Jos.-.yk,�'?+ ��. ✓,'+r /e ��:,R,y.. �� .r �`'` �.�.F .('"`i� �;�e, WA A i4i A. �` `�+ +.,. "? �� t \! ! > \ " �"'�'"a'":• +.mowUI �• 7 `I' y4 �V, a 4 , , .....,a .+ W f 1 E �' ': /`� y4 e''4 �/" .. � •�V �� %rJ'' 1 .s f• MA \e��` I i1VS.- �/ IbGw ! Q - • � iV.� TWA t Fyy .. r 7 W—W 41 NSIRLN \ �'�'%� a �i�� ,,^�,'�. �,,e � � ` �IlQ��1IP► .. � � ,,ice �, / �, � .� � _ _ _. u■nn�llllll� .� , �,�. _ �: �► •Introduce by name and title •Introduce topic and reference the strategic plan •Introduce other Parks & Recreation staff members present •Introduce and thank any Parks & Recreation Advisory Board members present -These issues were requested by council as topics for discussion -The issues were discussed by the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board on Feb 11t" -The report is intended to provide the status of each item -Council feedback and direction is encouraged K •Plan was developed over an extended period with extensive input and involvement from park users •The plan is updated on a regular basis every 3 years •Current priorities include: 1) softball fields 2) soccer fields 3) Trails 4) Natural areas 5) Indoor facilities 6) Neighborhood parks 41 -The initial report was done in support of the council strategic plan -Report was prepared by the TAMU Department of Rec., Park & Tourism Sciences. -Report included the results of a resident survey and focus groups -Specific standards were recommended to enhance intergenerational parks -The report included recommendations for specific park projects -Projects have been completed in 19 parks -Additional improvements are planned for 7 parks in 2004 •$310,000 is included in the 2003 Bond CIP for improvements in 16 parks in FY2004-2005 •intergenerational park features are now routinely included in neighborhood and community park designs 0 •Eastgate Park is located at the intersection of Walton and Foster •The park serves as a "gateway" to the Eastside area including College Hills and Carters Grove •This site was identified during the recent Council retreat as an area that needs improvement •A cooperative project with Keep Brazos Beautiful in in progress to upgrade the park •The site was included with recommendations from the neighborhood planning initiative in recent years 5 •Intergenerational park features will be included in future projects as a matter of practice -The initial report will serve as the guide for improvements -Staff will continue to look for new products and services to support this issue -Programming efforts will continue to include ways to support intergenerational activities -Central Park Office is being considered for a potential senior facility with multiuse functions C01 •Accessibility study completed in Dec, 1999 •Report prepared by Sarah Nicholls from TAMU RPTS •The report provided an analysis of accessibility for College Station parks based upon actual walking distances •Parkland dedication fund ordinance was revised in 1999 to include a "development" fee in addition to land •Several park sites have been dedicated, but not developed •Several areas such as Northgate (Zone 1), Chimney Hill (Zone 2) and Pebble Creek (Zone 11) need additional neighborhood parks •Neighborhood park development was not fully funded in the 2003 Bond due to the priority of the Veterans Park Phase II project 7 -Neighborhood parks are the foundation of the College Station park system -The Parkland Dedication Ordinance has provided an effective tool to establish neighborhood parks -The dedication ordinance must be reviewed and updated on a regular basis -Some areas will require additional funding resources over a multi -year period to acquire additional land and develop new neighborhood parks -Neighborhood parks must have adequate visibility and access to be effective -The community's street and sidewalk systems are the key elements in achieving effective access -Maintenance standards must also be sustained as the community grows •Athletic fields include both practice facilities and competition fields. •Practice fields are normally located in neighborhood parks and have very minimal improvements •Competition fields are generally located community parks and have a higher level of maintenance •Soccer fields are configured each season according to demand for adult and youth leagues •Programs have "recreational" leagues as well as more competitive "select" teams that travel •Softball and baseball leagues generally schedule games on weekdays •Soccer leagues have traditionally scheduled games on weekends •Practice facilities for all sports are limited to those sites available throughout the community •The demand for facilities will continue to increase with the growth of the community •The demand for other athletic programs such as swimming, volleyball and basketball will also increase •Additional lighted soccer fields can be added on two fields at Veterans Park (Army & Coast Guard) 9 -In past years, most youth programs were recreation- oriented where all participants played -In recent years the development of "competitive" youth athletic teams has become more common •Competitive teams are "selected" based upon skill levels •Competitive teams compete in tournament play rather than in local league play -Competitive teams generally play at a higher skill level than the recreation leagues -The trend toward competitive traveling teams is having an impact on facility use 10 -The demand for athletic facilities will continue to increase as the community grows -The demographics of the community impacts participation in athletic programs �3 �r'h ( k� e,r.. ' �s- ,)Y �,1r� ri -Maintenance standards must keep pace with the expansion of programs ; and facilities -Joint use of facilities by several organizations will continue to be the "norm" -The City will increasingly play the role of "facilitator" and "coordinator" -Communications is essential ! 11 -Master plan was developed with extensive input from softball and soccer participants -Phase I facilities include 2 adult lighted softball fields and six adult soccer fields (2 lighted) -The adult soccer fields are configured into 2 or more youth fields according to league use -Phase II will include 3 additional lighted softball fields & 3 additional soccer fields w/ support facilities -The adult softball leagues will move from Central Park to Veterans when Phase II is complete -Central Park softball fields will be reconfigured for youth softball which will move from Bee Creek -Bee Creek softball field will reallocated for other use (softball or baseball) as determined by demand -The Veterans Memorial will be expanded and a "history" pathway added with memorials for each war -The trail system in Veterans Park will be linked with the nature trails on the adjacent TAMU property -The Veterans Park trail system will be designed to accommodate the TAMU cross country track program •Veterans Park will also be available for education, research and recreation programs for TAMU -Future links with the Carter Creek green belt will provide connectivity to Bryan and points south 12 t APPROVED MASTER PLAN VETERANS PARK AND ATHLETIC COMPLEX •$6,925,000 is included in the 2003 Bond CIP for Phase II •The selection process for design services will be completed in FY04 •Award of design services contract is planned for 1st QTR FY 05 (Oct, 04 if possible) •Design for Phase II is expected to take up to 12 months •The construction contract is expected to be awarded in the 1st QTR of FY 06 •Construction is expected to take 12 - 24 months and be complete in FY 07 •League play is expected to begin on the new facilities in FY 08 •The Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial expansion project should be complete sometime in 2005 •The expansion will include new granite panels for additional veterans' names and a history walk •Additional memorials for each US war will be located along the walk and will be completed as funds are raised. •Coordination with TAMU is underway to provide pedestrian access points between Veterans Park and the adjacent TAMU nature trails •TAMU has expressed an interest in use of the park for education, research and the cross country track programs 13 r Parks & Recreation Issues City Council Discussion Direction to staff 15 Page 1 of 1 Kris Lehde - Re: Zone 10 Park Naming Subcommittee Meeting From: <j_warner@cox-internet.com> To: "Kris Lehde" <klehde@cstx.gov> Date: 9/15/2003 3:36 PM Subject: Re: Zone 10 Park Naming Subcommittee Meeting -- -- - _ ... --�_ October 6th at lunch will be fine for me. I �\ 0-�-- @ (� C, Thanks, Jodi u V, LC C� ot I > From: "Kris Lehde" <klehde@cstx.gov> > Date: 2003/09/15 Mon PM 01:34:54 CDT > To: <Erwin74@aol.com>, <j_warner@cox-internet.com>, <ksliving@txcyber.com> > CC: "Ric Ploeger" <Rploeger@cstx.gov>, "Steve Beachy" <Sbeachy@cstx.gov> > Subject: Zone 10 Park Naming Subcommittee Meeting > Good afternoon! At the Sept. 9th Board meeting, you volunteered and > were appointed to serve on a subcommittee to discuss naming options for > the Zone 10 Park. Please check your availability for the week of October > 6th at noon. I'll let you know as soon as a date is finalized. I will > need to know your availability fairly soon, for calendars are filling up > fast :) > Thank in advance for your help :) > Kristin Lehde > Staff Assistant > College Station Parks & Recreation > (979) 764-3414 Gl�Vl > College Station. Embracing the past, Exploring the future. > City of College Station email addresses are changing! > Please note the extension "@ci.college-station.tx.us" > has been changed to "@cstx.gov". > Although the original address will continue to work, > please update your files to contain the new, shorter address. t �r file://C:\Documents%20and%20Settings\klehde\Local%20Settings\Temp\GW}OOOOI.HTM 9/16/2003 Page 1 of 1 Kris Lehde - Re: Zone 10 Subcommittee Meeting From: "Ken & Susan Livingston" <ksliving@txcyber.com> To: "Kris Lehde" <klehde@cstx.gov> Date: 9/21/2003 2:02 PM Subject: Re: Zone 10 Subcommittee Meeting At this date, either date will be okay. Where? ----- Original Message ----- From: Kris Lehde To: kslivina(ar txcvber.com Sent: Tuesday, September 16, 2003 2:28 PM Subject: Zone 10 Subcommittee Meeting Ken, Would you be available for either of these dates/times: Tuesday, October 7th (noon) Wednesday, October 8th (noon) Lunch would be served. Thank you :) Kristin Lehde Staff Assistant College Station Parks & Recreation (979)764-3414 College Station. Embracing the past, Exploring the future. City of College Station email addresses are changing! Please note the extension "@ci.college-station.tx.us" has been changed to "@cstx.gov". Although the original address will continue to work, please update your files to contain the new, shorter address. file: //C:\Documents%20and%20 S ettings\klehde\Local%20 Settings\Temp\GW 10000 LHTM 9/22/2003 cl4 �� a Page 1 of 2 Kris Lehde - Suggested goals and objectives �N�iB�'m�plfr➢ ss �i I w From: Ken Susan Livingston" <ksliving@txcyber.com> To: "Kris Lehde" <klehde@cstx.gov> Date: 9/11/2003 9:00 PM Subject: Suggested goals and objectives Suggested goals and objectives for consideration for 2004 Accelerate the continued development of off street bikeways. Restore the Arboretum at Bee Creek park to its former value as a repository of knowledge about Texas grasses, plants, and trees and provide safer use of the nature trail: Restore the signage that identifies the plants and trees along the nature trails; restore the identification of Texas grasses and weed the plots; repair bridges as needed; and remove the "pond scum" or whatever it is called on a more frequent basis. Establish a recreation/mini meeting(s) center for seniors. Ideally, provide for and provide public transportation several times a day. I am aware that we have a sizeable number of well educated, mobile, and healthy seniors that are active in many areas of the community and don't have a need for such an entity. However, I am concerned about some of the individuals that I see going to the VA office, shopping at some of the retail outlets, or sitting in the waiting rooms at doctor's offices. In my opinion a place to play board games, watch TV with others, read some out of town newspapers, and occasionally attend a presentation on topics of interest and value to seniors. I believe a location that would lend itself to use of outdoor tables and benches in the fall and early spring would enhance its utilization. Ken Livingston ----- Original Message ----- file://C:\Documents%20and%20Settings\klehde\Local%20Settings\Temp\GW}00002.HTM 9/12/2003 Page 2 of 2 From: Kris Lehde To: aschroeder(E)agaiecatholic.ora ; erwin74a-aol.com ; i warner aOcox-internet.com ; DAVISG dfabssb.com ; ALLISONOfabtexas.com ; ion(atamu.edu ; Ifarnsworth(c_)tamu.edu ; kslivinq_ atxcvber.com Cc: Curtis Binaham ; Gary Marske ; Ric Ploea_er ; Steve Beachv Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2003 4:32 PM Subject: Edelweiss Playground Shade Cover The Board had a question last night concerning the playground shade cover that is missing from Edelweiss Park. The cover had a rip in the fabric and was repaired under warranty. We expect it to have it reinstalled over the playground the week of September 22nd. Please let me know if you have any questions :) Thanks. Kristin Lehde Staff Assistant College Station Parks & Recreation (979)764-3414 College Station. Embracing the past, Exploring the future. City of College Station email addresses are changing! Please note the extension "@ci.college-station.tx.us" has been changed to "@cstx.gov". Although the original address will continue to work, please update your files to contain the new, shorter address. file://C:\Documents%20and%20Settings\klehde\Local%20Settings\Temp\GW}00002.HTM 9/12/2003 Park Goal Recommendations 1. Develop Botanical Gardens in Existing or Proposed New Parks 2. Implement the design and development of the Lincoln Center Expansion 3. Assist in the 2003 Bond Election Approval and Implement the funds if approved 4. Provide Oversight of the development of Veterans Park Phase 11 5. Develop Recommendation on Greenways Master Plan implementation 6. Develop program to systematically to be informed, educated, review and consider additional sources of revenues such as Grants, donations etc. 7. Provide Oversight for the implementation of the CIP Plan 8. Explore feasibility of allowing developers to develop park land with the assistance, coordination, and approval of the Parks Department List of possible goals for the CS PARD Advisory Board — FY2004 (not prioritized) John Nichols Several from last year should be kept in similar form or adapted to fit current needs #1 on previous list. Review and appraise outcomes of quarterly parks maintenance standards; identify critical needs and develop plans for addressing them; integrate with budgeting process; follow up on implementation of Urban forestry plan 2. Continue interaction with P&Z and Council to improve communication and planning. (Previous #2) Capital Improvement Program: Encourage successful support from citizens for launching new bond- funded CIP projects; provide oversight for planning and completion. (Previous #3) 4. Continue oversight and emphasis on further development of VPAC. (Prev. #6) (I want to continue to keep this as a separate goal, even though it is part of CIP) Support continued efforts to implement Greenways Plan; integrate into considerations for all new parks and emphasize connectivity. (Prev.#9) 6. Support City Council's Interagency Plan on any park and recreation related issues; support planning for possible region -wide parks; increase discussion of cooperative projects with CSISD as they enter critical stage of building and renovation plans (be proactive, present ideas to them). (Previous # 10) 7. Identify potential new sources of revenue. (Previous # 11) Additional ideas: 8. Complete planning for Woodway park and begin construction. 9. Create plan for reconstruction of Arboretum conditional on Bee Creek restoration project; identify and implement short -run improvements. 10. Richard Carter Park: Review and prioritize needed improvements; identify possible sources of funds; implement improvement plan. 11. Reconsideration and development of park plans to serve area between Barron Rd. and Graham Rd. Page 1 of 1 Kris Lehde - Board Goals From: <Erwin74@aol.com> To: <Klehde@cstx.gov> Date: 9/16/2003 8:13 PM Subject: Board Goals FY 2004 Board Goals Being that I am a new Parks and Recereation Advisory board member and that I do not at this time have any real burning issues, I will try to address the areas that seem to be large in scale. 1. We should aggressively seek additional park land for future growth and development. 2. We should assist in the rewriting of the Park Land Dedication Ordinance. 3. The board should continue to assist the Parks Department in the implementation of the Park Maintenance Standards. The Parks Board should use all of it resources to insure that funding is made available so these standards can be met. 4. The board should continue to assist the Parks Department in the implementation of the Urban Forrest Management Plan. 5. The board should continue to assist the Parks Department with development of the Parks Capital Improvement Projects. 6.The Parks Board should continue to support and assist the Parks Department with its efforts to implement regional planning and develop initiatives. 7. The Parks Board should continue to provide interaction between the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and other city boards. 8. The Park Board should continue to support the city council's interagency plan on any parks and recreation related issues. file://C:\Documents%20and%20Settings\klehde\Local%20Settings\Temp\GW}OOOOI.HTM 9/22/2003 12. Continue to engage Seniors group to assist in developing improved recreational and leisure services; monitor and review the implementation of plans for co -locating programs at The EXIT. 13. Provide oversight for, and review as needed, the planned implementation of on-line registration services. 14. Maintain and further develop dialogue with recreational sports user groups, including Little League, to identify long term needs and monitor short term issues.