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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/13/1996 - Regular Agenda - Parks BoardParks and Recreation Board Regular Meeting February 13, 1996 -- 7:00 p.m. Central Park Conference Room 1000 Krenek Tap Road 1. Approval of Minutes Q-la J I q q 5 2. Hear Visitors 3. Discussion of Junior Girls Softball Program 4. Discussion of the City's Long Range Land Use Plan Regarding Parks 5. Discussion of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board's 1996 Goals 5. Other Business/Board Concerns 6. Adjourn PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 1996 - 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL PARK CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Ron Gay, Chair; Bob DeOtte, Vice Chair, Carol Reynolds; Greg Taggart; Debra Anderson; and Mike Manson MEMBERS ABSENT: Barry Harding and Nancy Crouch, Council Liaison STAFF PRESENT: Steve Beachy, Director; Curtis Bingham, Parks Operations Supt.; Peter Vanecek, Senior Park Planner; Linda Waltman, Recreation Supt.; David Hudspeth, Asst. Athletic Supv.; and Bridgette George, Staff Assistant VISITORS: Powell Robinson, 1008 Howe; and Julian and Jan McMurrey, 3400 Mustang Lane I. Amoroval of Minutes: There were no minutes to approve for the January 9, 1996, meeting due to lack of a quorum. Minutes for December 12, 1995, were approved as submitted. Hear Visitors: No unscheduled visitors were present. III. Discussion of Junior Girls' Softball Proaram: Mr. McMurrey stated that he was here about a year ago regarding this issue. He stated that he has coached his kids in youth sports over the last twenty years. He mentioned that he has been actively involved in the girls' softball program for the last few years and has worked with Tony, David, and the interns and likes the program. However, he feels it has not been as successful as it could be. Mr. McMurrey stated that there are various programs throughout Central Texas that are more successful than College Station's program. He stated that he approached the College Station Little League Board and requested that they offer a little league program for girls. The Board stated that they could not offer the program because the City owns all the softball fields and already has a league program. He would like for the City to bow out of girl's softball during the Little League Spring Session so that Little League can offer it. He stated that they would use the same fields that the City is using for girls' softball. Mr. McMurrey stated that the District Administrator for Little League and the State Office wants College Station to have softball. He stated that the City's program doesn't get promoted as well as Little League would promote it. He stated that City employees appearto be wearing "too many hats" to devote enough attention to the program. He stated that the College Station Girls' Softball program was not advertised in the newspaper like the Bryan program was. He mentioned that Little League has so many parents that are involved in the program, that they make sure the program is well advertised. Mr. McMurrey stated that Little League registered 560 kids in advance and registered another 250 for the program on one night of registration. He mentioned that thirty parents volunteered to work on registration night. He stated that after one week of the City's Girls' Fast -pitch Parks Board Meeting 02/13/96 Softball registration, 48girls had signed up` He stated that as,of today, there were 2Oteams registered. He believes that if it had been promoted better, there would be more Q|Uo' . .� M:����s�t����h���d�� ����xb�no����o�d� cooc�ngover the yeonu Heo�tedthat heasked -|eLeaguetoohorterogids'ooftboUteom so that he could -take his team to Bryan to p|o\\' Little Lodgue refused because they stated there were not enough fields to practice orplay on. He stated that one reason he was attracted to the Little League uoftL»oU program was that they have an all-stars' program. He stated that whenever heputs together a, traveling tournament team, he has to go to Bryan for nnoreokiUedand stronger p|oyemtop�y uch itionuoupitohec Hebelieves Little Leugueio doing xowell because it's the ^000io|^thing todo. Jan K4cMurneystated that she wants ` the fe.amchildren in CollegeStation tob`involved in sports program that's just as the boys' little |e [oQvarn. S t if there aren't enough fie|d� that in not the "girls'" pro b|mrn. It's Little League and the Cih/'o problem.-� ^ ' �Mr.- . ' —��t� that the last time heap the Parks Board, he was told that the. fences at the Bee Creek softball fields were not going to be moved bock, and that if they ,were, Mr.WcMurrey would be notified. M� u�o�ad ��o� o � days earlier, Ton y uooxzno, AJh|6t|o^Supervisor, told hirnthotthgf'nceuvvgne going - to'bemoved back, and thothehad no knowledge that he was supposed to notify [Nc McMurrey when that would happen. Steve stated that there were no plans to move those fences bock. He said that new fences would be installed, but at the same distance. M: McMurrey stated again that Tony said those fences were \ ing to be moved back for a National Men's Class C Tournament. Steve ohzhed that the City took over the oN'x softball program o few years ago specifically at the request of the Girl's Softball Association. He said that they did not want to administer the \ program any longer. That program historically encouraged participation over the all-star and tournament -type play. He also stated that all of the C|tv'x pnoQpomo are developed that way. Steve mentioned that Little League has different rules than ASA (Amateur Softball Association). David stated that ASA'ru|mu align with all other softball pm{Jnzmo such as high school, college, c1OdoU the way up to the Olympics. 'David ' Passed out information on the [ity'n girls' softball that showed o56% increase, in participation from 1994 to 19951 and a 98% increase since 1993. David `stated that the girl's softball.pro'gram is a young program and needs time to grow. He reminded the Board that Little League hat been around a long time, hence its success. David said that the City's program is n6t better or worse than,'any other, it's just a younger program and needs time, to develop. David asked the visitors for their supportdnd to'let him know what they need if they were dissatisfied, instead of asking to let Little League take over the program, He stated that he would do whatever was necessary to, make the program a success, but that there would not: be an all-star season, because, that's not part of ASA. David stated that anyone could develop an all-star, team and goto State and National on their own, if that's What they ddslred;David mentioned that unfortunately there was not a four -field complex for the girls' kee has at'S making it difficult for lot of social interaction as Mr. McMurrey stated happened at Southwood'. David commented on Mr. McMUrrey'S statement about advertisin softball in the paper every day and asked for his support 10 find a parent that was willing mstay u//the paper /uget oadvertised every day. nealso asked for v""pp"./ to help register kids at every school, if the parents wanted, He stated that he would like to contact the families who were! going toBryan tmPlay, ' and ask them to'play in College Station and rnokethe local program o bigger uuOcenu.' Parks Board Meeting 02yln/vu /—) M:McMmrey stated that he isall for the College Station program in the fall and any other time, but that Little League taking over knthe spring would be more effective. He thinks the College Station league would be better if Little League operated it in the spring. He also stated that the fields at Southwood are the Cih/'x fields, not UM|e League'x. He stated that converting the baseball fields to softball fields would be ouoy to do' and that the boys could play at the current softball fields just as gouy as the girls' do. Steve stated that if 0idu were allowed to play at Southwood and the boys were moved to Bee Creek, families would still be ueporoted. Mr. MoMurreystated that years ago when hewas onthe Little League Board they did not.wont to give up any of the boys' fields for girl's uoftbuU' so they denied allowing u softball program for girls. Hebelieves that iustill happening. Debra asked what Little League offered that wasn't being provided by the City. K4: McK8uney stated the overall interest bvthe parents, which gets the parents more involved because there isnoone else forun it. Healso stated that the City league only has 8games oocompared to 12-20with Little League. He also stated that he believes there is not as much preparation of the coaches as there is in Little LgogVe, Hesaid the City league does not have the oaMng atmosphere ouLittle League does. Hethinks the level ofexpectation inLittle League |ohigher than with the City. Ron asked M: Robinson if he sensed whether the Little League Board would offer girls' softball program, if fields were not o problem. Mr. Robinson stated he thought some of them would support it. Bob stated that ifCollege Station Little League ever had asoftball program they could never get rid ofit, orthey would lose their charter. After further discussion, the Board concurred that they would like to hear from kids and parents of the Cik/'o g|[|u' softball pK»gnzDl to find out how they view the current City program. Greg motioned to conduct o needs survey of the participants of the CUvo girls' softball program to address whether reorganization of the program should be done. Bob seconded the motion. The motioned passed. Mc McMurray requested that the City show both him and M: Robinson the survey for review before it was released. The Board agreed. � IV. Discussion of the Citv'w Lona Ranae Land Use Plan Reaardina Parks: Steve stated that hehad noother information toreport. Hedistributed ocopy ofmnarticle that was printed in The Eagle, "CS planner foresees 65new perks," This article was derived from the joint meeting that was attended by H[)K (HeUrnuth' Obato and Kouuobuurn Inc.), the Planning and Zoning Committee, and the Parks Board on February 7' 1996. The Board d|noVnnmd their disappointment regarding the Parks portion of the CUv'o plan that was presented that night. Ron asked if the Board would get chance to view the plan before it was accepted by Council. Steve stated that he did not know because he wasn't sure when the plan would be completed. Greg moved to have Ron contact No,noyCrouch and the City Council requesting that the Podm Board and Podm staff be given the opportunity to review the podm portion of the Masteqp|oD prior to CouOci|'n approval of the plan. He also wanted Ron to relay the Board's disappointment with the information presented todate, Bob seconded, The motion passed. V. Discussion of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board's 1996 Goals: Steve reviewed the department's goals for 1996ond the upcoming goals for 1996, He stated that these goals have been set uphoreinforce the CouOoi|'oStrategic Issues, Hgmentioned that O9issues had Parks Board Meefing 02yl8/9h been ranked byCouncil and about 2Dofthose will probably have action items developed for them. Steve reviewed some ofthe issues onthey related tothe department. V11. Caolitall Ummoxovement PnmapammReDont: Peter reviewed the [1Preport that was included in the Board's pocket. He mentioned, that the architect, working on the Pebble Creek Elementary School, might k}eincluding some irrigation inhis plan. Peter gave his park plans to the architect in hopes that he would include the park and playing fields in the plan. Pete[ mentioned that he will be meeting with the architect for the Lincoln(�enteV�hzyne Smith' Baseball Complex project on February 27. Stove stated that o committee was formed to help with looking afdifferent aspects ofthe complex. The committee consists ofone representative from Uff|e League; the Community Policing Officer, the Southgate Village Apartment manager, K|rnm|e Hobfemioheo!' Lincoln Center Supervisor, Gory yNomke, South District Supervisor, and Scott Hooks, West District Supervisor. VI. Other Buoin�w/���x�����e�w Carol nnem�onodth�to` | going to b �� �� prop000 vvoo g O{� e made to rename Southwood Pool or the Natatorium after Cindy HoUoron` Steve stated that o request for information regarding the renaming of Southwood has already been received and that individual was given the.policy and procedures to go forward with that request. Bob wants fo proceed with the development of o Recreational Sports Advisory Council, He would Ukg'fo[ if to be governed by the Parks- AdVbo|y Board.' After further discussion, Bob, Carol, and Debra agreed to form o subcommittee to work on the structure and c/u)deUnsm for the Sports Council. The meeting was scheduled for February 28.ofll:3Oo.nn. . `` Steve mentioned that the next Pmdm Board meeting would 'be third Tuesday In K8arch, instead ofthe'oecondTuesday, Mike asked who handled for the City. Bridgette stated that Public Services used to. Cuffis said that he was waiting for ophonecaUfrom Charles McBmore to find out if the pnzgnzrn is still current. ' Curtis also informed the Board that Jeff Shiffmire, St. Frances Church Pastor, is interested in adopting Lick Creek Park. No fonno| agreement has been rnodm. Guidelines would have to be set upfor what hewould be allowed todo. Curtis Will report back tothe Board When Mr. Shiftmire defines more clearly what it is he wants to do at Lick Creek Park. Vill. ' ` The meeting adjourned ot9:77p.m. APPROVED: Ron Gay, Boa.rd D []ote� ' ' `r - ^.~~gC. `^`�*�"=,a�y u� / Date /. \ PROJECT :, MARCH, 1996 Project Number: PK9502 Budget: $219,000 Contract Amount: $35,000 - Design; $194,805 - Repair Project Manager: Eric Ploeger Design: H.S.I. Consulting Architects Comments/Status: HSI began inspection and testing of the pool in early July. Plans and specifications were prepared and bid. The bid opening was December 5, 1995. The low bidder, Mid -Continental Restorations, was recommended to the City Council on December 14, 1995, The project came in over budget. Staff and the architect negotiated a reduction change order to lower the cost as much as possible. Additional funds were obtained from the completed Thomas Park improvement project. Renovation began January 10, 1996. A change order was recently completed that will add stainless steel gutters to the project. Task: Project Design: July - September 1995 Advertise & Award: November - December 1995 Complete: May 1996 2. Sandstone Park Development Project Number: PK N/A Budget: $250,000 Contract Amount: $194,003 - Marek Brothers Project Manager: Eric Ploeger Design: In-house Comments/Status: The preliminary design for the park was approved by Council January 25, 1995. Construction plans were prepared by the Parks Planning Staff. Bids were opened July 6, 1995, with Marek Brothers as the low bid at $194,003, This bid was accepted by the City Council on July 13, 1995. Construction began in late August. A Small Business Administration Tree Grant was approved for this park for approximately $15,000, The landscape portion of the project was bid out the week of January 2, 1996. The tree planting portion of the project was awarded to Brazos Services. Construction of the park is complete and tree installation will be completed by the end of March. Task: Project Design: February - March 1995 Advertise & Award: March - July 1995 Complete: March - 1996 CIP Report 03/07/96 Page (2) 3. PEBBLE CREEK PARK DEVELOPMENT Project Number: PK9504 Budget: $200,000 Contract Amount: N/A Project Manager: Eric Ploeger Project Design: PARD Planning Comments/Status: Initial meetings with CSISD staff have occurred to prioritize needed facilities. Public hearings were held October 10 and November 12, 1995. The preliminary site plan was approved by the school board on November 20, 1995. The plan was presented to the City Council on December 13, 1995. The plan was accepted and staff will begin production of bid documents as soon as possible. Task: Project Design: January - February 1996 Advertisement & Award: March - April 1996 Complete: August 1996 4. LINCOLN CENTER/WAYNE SMITH BASEBALL COMPLEX Project Number: PK9505 Budget: $1,230,000 - 1995 Bond Contract Amount: Design $84,490 Project Manager: Eric Ploeger Project Design: HSI Consulting Architects Comments/Status: After review of 16 proposals by Architectural firms, the staff recommended HSI Architects of Bryan to the City Council. The City Council approved this selection. The contract was signed in early February and the initial meeting with staff took place on February 27. Task: Project Design: February - July 1996 Advertisement & Award: August 1996 - September 1996 Complete: August 1997 5. LINCOLN CENTER GYM FLOOR REPLACEMENT Project Number: N/A Budget: $55,000 Contract Amount: $47,667 If approved - Custom Sports Surfacing Project Manager: David Gerling Project Design: Comments/Status: Bids are to be opened January 16, 1996. This project will replace the synthetic flooring in the gym. This item was approved by the City Council on February 8, 1996. Task: Project Design: January 1996 Advertisement & Award: January - February 1996 Complete: March 1996 CIP Report 03/07/96 Page (3) 5. Wolf Pen Greek Playground Improvements Project Number: N/A Budget: $24,000 Zone 3 Parkland Dedication Funds Contract Amount: N/A Project Manager: Peter Vanecek Project Design: Parks Planning Comments/Status: This project will convert the existing playground into a handicap accessible facility through the use of a rubber cushion in place of the pea gravel. This item also calls for additional benches and improvements to the playground itself. Task: Project Design: February 1996 Advertisement & Award: March 1996 Complete: April 1996 PARK BUCKS PROGRAM UPDATE The Park Bucks Program is going into its sixth year of existence. Below are the figures for the past five years. 1990 * 1991 New applicants 11 New applicants Participant 7 Participants Total hours worked 135 Total hours worked Average hours worked 19 Average hours worked Total park bucks issued 235 Total park bucks issued Average park bucks issued 34 Average park bucks issued Average time worked Average time worked per park buck 34.5 per park buck * The Park Bucks Program began in August 1991 1992 New applicants Participants Total hours worked Average hours worked Total park bucks issued Average park bucks issued Average time worked per park buck 1994 1993 55 New applicants 60 Participants 634.5 Total hours worked 10.5 Average hours worked 1447 Total park bucks issued 24 Average park bucks issued Average time worked 27 per park buck 1995 41 30 344.5 11.5 730 24 28.5 43 59 520.5 9 1278 22 24 New applicants 30 New applicants 80 Participants 47 Participants 77 Total hours worked 543 Total hours worked 553 Average hours worked 11.5 Average hours worked 7 Total park bucks issued 1094 Total park bucks issued 1286 Average park bucks issued 23 Average park bucks issued 17 Average time worked Average time worked per park buck 30 per park buck 25.5 Numbers were rounded off to the nearest half. Some work records did not show the amount of time worked, so I figured in 10 min./day. Some work records showed a variation between times, so I took the average between them. Some work records only showed the number of park bucks issued, so I did not include these. The City of College Station wants to know what activities you would like us to offer. Will you please fill out this survey so we may provide the activities that you request and that you want? Thanks for your help. 1. Grade: 7 8 9 10 11 12 (Circle one.) 2. Sex: Female Male (Circle one.) 3. If you could have any Recreational/Leisure Activity you wanted provided for you, what would your top four (4) choices be? (You can circle four letters.) a. Aerobics g. Theater Arts/Drama in. Camping s. Wilderness survival classes b. Golf h. Tennis n. CPR/first aid t. Cultural awareness activities c. Archery i. Weight training o. Concerts u. Dominoes d. Dancing j. Voicetchoir p. Art activities v. Frisbee golf e. Modeling k. Swimming q. Fishing w. hiner tube water polo f. Photography 1. Dances r. Self defense x. Other: 4. At what time during the year would you like to do these activities? (You can circle more than one letter) a. Fall (Sept - Nov.) c. Spring (March - May) b. Winter (Dec.- Feb.) d. Summer (June - Aug.) 5. 6. 7. If an intramural program were offered at your school or a park located close to your school, would you participate? (Circle one.) a. Yes b. No If yes, would you participate: a. Weekdays/after school (You can circle more than one letter.) b Saturdays only C. Weekdays and/or Saturdays Would it be more convenient for you if the activities were offered at your school site? (Circle one.) a. Yes b. No Which of these would you like to see offered? 8. Intramural Sports League: a. Flag football b. Softball C. Basketball d. Volleyball C. Other: 9. Youth Employment Training: a. How to look for a job b. Customer service C. Resume preparation d. Job interview skills e. Landscaping: Horticulture Forestry Maintenance Design (You can circle more than one letter.) aa. Co-ed Flag Football bb. Co-ed Softball cc. Co-ed Basketball dd. Co-ed Volleyball (You can circle four letters.) f. Child care h. Sports officiating i. Coaching j. Law enforcement k. Emergency response: Emergency Medical Technician Fire fighting Emergency management 1. Other. OVER =�- 10. Workshops/Conferences: a. Choosing a college d. b. Drug prevention e. C. Self esteem building f. (You can circle four letters.) Choosing a career g. Leadership training h. Time management i. k. Improving self confidence Dispute mediation Improving self confidence Other: 11. Which of the following would you like to see in our community? (You may circle more than one) a. Water park d. Skate board park g. Overnight camping facility b. Off road bicycle trails e. Indoor recreational facility h. Other: c. Zoo f. Boys & Girls Club facility 12. Would you be interested in serving on a Teen Advisory Council that would help plan activities and set rules for participation? (Circle one.) a. Yes b. No 13. Additional Comments: :..........7; 1996 Strategic Issue Rankings Total Ends Rank Score Stmt # 1 39 5 Streamline Development Processes 2 38 3 Drainage Utility District Implementation 2 38 8 Northgate Revitalization Development Implementation 4 36 7 Spec Building at the Business Park 5 34 3 Drainage Plan Implementation 5 34 7 Strategy for Conference/Hotel Development 7 311 7113usiness Park Recruitment 7 311 7 Marketing Strategy to Develop to Recruit Business to Improve Retail Development 9 28I 3jWolf Pen Creek Drainage 9 28 41Develop a Regional Tech Prep Program/Business/School/City Training Program 9 281 5JAccessibility of City Services - West Side Water&Sewer Services/George Bush Library 9 281 81N/S - Gate Revitalization/Code Enf. & Planning TAMU 13 27 31Develop a philosophy for delivery of health and human services 13 27 51 Bench mark/Performance Measures for Agency Contracts 15 26 21Cemetery policy and development 151 261 8 Housing Strategy (Housing Standards/Maintenance/Certification) 151 26 81Community Enhancement Program/Annual 181 25' 71Industrial Area/District - Look for Alternative Sites 19 241 5 1 City Center with Consolidated_ Office and Park Development 20 231 7 Tourism/Marketing Plan/with Emphasis on'Promotion 211 221 1 Road Corridor Traffic Study 211 22 1 lWellbom Traffic Managment - North/South Traffic Routes 1. Kyle -SW Pkwy 2. West of Wellborn 3. Dartmouth-2818 4. Apr)ommattox 211 22 3 County Wide Drainage Plan 211 22' 7'Wolf Pen Creek Area Development 251 211 5 Council Policy on Benefits and Training 261 191 11 Intermodal Accessibility - 1. Hwy 30-190 Louisiana 2. Hwy 6 Houston 3. Hwy 21 Austin/Including Air Service to Austin and S.A. 261 191 2 Multi day festival 281 181 31Develop a comprehensive regional family wellness center 29� 17 2+Develop a nature park in College Station along Carter Creek 129 -,,- ��ne Stiq-Facility-of-Health-Seivices 291 171 31Youth at Risk (Prevention Activities)/Recreational centered programs for'..youth ages 13-19 32 161 3 Build mini neighborhood resource and service centers 32 161 4 Establish a Funded Task Force to Implement Computer Networks 341 151 1 Trolley System between Bryan and College Station 34 15 21County Parks 34 15 51Joint City/County Committee on Competing Values and Formally Adopt Uniform Standards 37 141 21Development of a College Station Lake 38 131 6 1 Clear Vision of Arts 391 91 71 Regional Community Owned Airport 1996 STRATEGIC ISSUES Issue No.: 9 Ends Statement: #2: Parks & Recreation,#3• Health & Public Safety_ Issue: Wolf Pen Creek Project Leader: Ste te Beackv Team Members: Ric Ploe_ger, Kent Laza, Veronica Morgan, MarksSmith, Charles C►van, Elrey Ash Goal: Develop plan for the maintenance and -operation of the doinage system within the Wolf Pen Creek Cor idor. Objectives: :WT a 1- u- /•• • -t- -u• •tt /- /� ..- Milestones: Dates: 1 Determine what options are available to remove silt from existing lake . Jan, 96 2 Determine potential funding sources to complete silt removal project Jan, 96 Determine short term land use for existing municipal property and 3 assign maintenance responsibility Feb, 96 4 Obtain cost estimates for silt removal and grounds maintenance work Feb, 96 5 Seek guidance from City Council concerning utilization of Tax Feb, 96 Increment Financing (TIF) district funds Provide recommendation to City Manager and seek authorization to 6 begin preliminary work Feb, 96 Submit budget request for FY97 based upon direction received from 7 City Council Jun, 96 Solicit input concerning the Wolf Pen Creek Master Plan and future 8 development within the Wolf Pen Creek Corridor Oct, 96 Revise the Wolf Pen Creek Master Plan and present recommendations 9 to appropriate advisory boards and City Council for action Jan, 97 10 Council adoption of revised Wolf Pen Creek Master Plan Mar, 97 11 Implement park and drainage improvements upstream from Dartmouth/Holleman intersection TBD Estimated Project Cost: 1996 STRATEGIC ISSUES Issue No.: 95 Ends Statement: #2: Parks & Recreation Issue: Cemetery Policv and Develooment Project Leader: Steve Beachv Team Members: Ross Albrecht, Delmer Charanza, Cemetery Committee Goal: Develoo a oolicv concerning future cemetery needs for the Citv of Colleae Station Objectives: 1) Conduct needs assessment for additional cemetery caoacity, 2) Determine citv's dearee of involvement in future cemetery services, 3) Develoo strateav for the develooment of a new municioa9v owned and ooerated, cemetery if that is the dearee of involvement chosen. Milestones: Dates: 1 Cemetery Committee analyzes the options for future cemetery Feb, 96 services Cemetery Committee makes recommendation to City Council Apr, 96 2 concerning future cemetery services for College Station 3 Based upon Council direction received, the action plan will either end Apr, 96 at this point or continue with the planning process for a new facility 4 Develop preliminary site requirements and approximate development May, 96 costs 5 Identify potential funding sources for acquisition and preliminary Jun, 96 development Identify potential locations and provide recommendation to the City T.B.D. 6 Council 7 Begin acquisition process for new site based upon Council direction T.B.D. and resources available 8 Begin preliminary development of the new site T.B.D. 02/16/96 Estimated Project Cost: $ Issue No.: 20 Issue: Project Leader: Team Members: Ends Statement: #2: Parks & Recreation Tourism Marketina Plan Steve Beachv Gracie Calbert, Peaav Calliham, Convention & Visitors Bureau Staff Goal: Develoa a comprehensive marketina plan to enhance tourism in Colleae Station Objectives: 9) ldentifv the strenaths and weaknesses of the existina tourism industry in Colleae Station 2) Develop a comorehensive tourism marketina and development plan for Colleae Station to guide future decisions: 3) Enhance existina oroarams and marketina efforts to maximize the imoact of the local tourism industry Milestones: Dates: 1 Conduct staff training in tourism awareness and related issues Spring, 96 Establish a forum to promote the on -going dialogue between the City 2 and local tourism related businesses Collaborate with the Convention and Visitors Bureau to determine 3 the strengths and weaknesses of our current tourism marketing May, 96 efforts Establish tourist information sites with lighted locator maps at City 4 Hall, Conference Center, Northgate, Central Park and participating June, 96 private businesses throughout the community Request funding for a College Station gift catalogue, souvenir 5 merchandise and expanded production of the annual calendar to June, 96 further enhance the tourism marketing effort Contract with the Texas A&M Department of Recreation, Parks and 6 Tourism to develop. a comprehensive study and recommendations for July, 96 the enhancement of the tourism industry in College Station Develop a comprehensive marketing plan that promotes the city and 7 encourages development of tourist related businesses and events March, 97 Develop a concept for a community -wide, multi -day festival that will 8 promote our community and enhance tourism June, 97 Assist with the promotion of the "Presidential Corridor" as a Y / g hiato�oaUYaigni�uanttouhatettraodun On -going Provide eaeiatonoe and support for the dedication and opening of the 1 Fall, 87 Bush. ' O 02/15/96 Estimated Project Cost $ s January, 96 1995 STRATEGIC ISSUES Issue No.: 18 & 22 Ends Statement: 3-Health & Public Safetv, 2-Parks & Recreation Issue: Youth at Risk. Recreational Centered Proarams for Youth Aaes 13-19 Project Leaders: # 18 - Ed Feldman and #22 - Steve Beachv Team Members: # 18 - Steve Beachv, Jo Carroll, Linda Waltman, David Gerlina, and Craig Anderson: #22 - Ed Feldman, Jo Carroll, Linda Waltman, and Larry Johnson Goal: The Citv of Cof/eae Station alona with outside aaencies shall orovide a variety of auality, auality education, culture and leisure activities that will assist in the develooment of life enhancina skills for the future adult oonulation of the community. Throuah collaboration and oartnershio the Citv shall provide a well rounded selection of activities, 0000rtunities. and services in a safe non-threatenina environment for our diverse vouth oonulation. Objectives: 11 Develop collaborative efforts between the communitv's oublic aaencies which Provide �- sunnort and leadership to the vouth community: 1 21 Provide Colleae Station's vouth nopulation positive recreational and leisure Programs that will serve as an alternative to activities that encourage anti -social behavior and Will indirectly reduce crime in the community by the vouth. 31 Develop a system or method to inventorv, collect, and update information concernina existing facilities and programming in the communitv which serve the vouth. Milestones: Dates: 1 Attend Recreation for At -Risk Youth: Programs that Work Invitational ✓ February '95 Colloquium in Ft. Worth Request funds to support the following activities: City sponsored scouting programs; Additional public hours at the Lincoln Recreation 2 Center (requested CDBG funds for FY95-96); Additional School Resource Officer at Consolidated High School; Teen swim nights for junior high and high school students; Financial assistance for low income children to participate in Kids Klub (requested CDBG funds for FY95-96) 3 Meet with CSISD Superintendent Dr. Scales 4 Survey junior high and high school students 5 Inventory existing public and private programs and facilities as they relate to the survey results 6 Prepare cost estimates and recommendations for implementation June '95 January, 96 February, '96 March, 96 January, 96 7 Presentation to City Council to discuss findings and obtain further April '96 . direction concerning future programs and commitments 8 Hire .Youth Activities Coordinator if approved in the budget process'- . October '96 9 Form Teen Councils and begin implementation process for the programs November '96( 1 Begin intramural athletic programs at the junior high and high school March'97 0 Estimated Project Cost: $108.500 + Service Level Adjustment submitted in FY95/96 budget request. Approved items have been implemented. The City of College Station wants to know what activities would like us to offer. Will you please fill out this survey so we may provide the activities that ygy, request and that yqu want? Thanks for your help. Grade: 7 8 . 9 10 11 12 (Circle one.) Sex: Female Male (Circle one.) If you could have any Recreational/Leisure Activity you wanted provided for you, what would your top four (4) choices be? (You can circle four letters.) a. Aerobics g. Theater Arts/Drama 1. Dances r. Self defense b. Golf in. Camping s. Wilderness survival classes c. Archery h. Tennis n. CPR/first aid t. Cultural awareness activities d. Dancing i. Weight training o. Concerts u. Dominoes e. Modeling j. Voice/choir p. Art activities v. Frisbee golf f. Photography k. Swimming q. Fishing w. Inner tube water polo x. Other: At what time during the year would you like to do these activities? (You can circle more than one letter) a. Fall (Sept - Nov.) c. Spring (March - May) b. Winter (Dec.- Feb.) d.' Summer (June -Aug.) If an intramural program were offered at your school or a park located close to your school, would you participate? (Circle one.) a. Yes b. No If yes, would you participate: a. Weekdays/after school - - (You can circle more than one letter.) b. Saturdays only C. Weekdays and/or Saturdays Would it be more convenient for you if the activities were offered at your school site? (Circle one.) a. Yes . b. No Which of these would you like to see offered? Intramural Sports League: (You can circle more than one letter.) a. Flag football aa. Co-ed Flag Football b. Softball bb. Co-ed Softball C. Basketball cc. Co-ed Basketball - d. Volleyball dd. Co-ed Volleyball e. Other: Youth Employment Training: (You can circle four letters.) a. How to look for a job f. Child care b. Customer service h. Sports officiating C. Resume preparation i. Coaching d. Job interview skills j. Law enforcement e. Landscaping: k.Emergency response: Horticulture Emergency Medical Technician. . Forestry Fire fighting Maintenance Emergency management Design 1. Other: OVER Worlcsl►ops/Conferences:(You can circle four letters.) , . ; ,,. .:•.. a. Choosing a college dr Choosing a career g. Improving self confidence b. Drug prevention e. Leadership training h. Dispute mediation C. Self esteem building E Time management i. Improving self confidence k. Other: Which of the following would you like to see in our community? (You may circle more than rip.) a. Water park d. Skate board park g. Overnight camping facility b:: Off road bicycle trails e. Indoor recreational facility h. Other: c. Zoo €.'- Boys & Girls CIub facility '�-2 n 3 Would you be interested in serving on a Teen Advisory Council that would help planactivitiesandset MINUTES Planning & Zoning Commission. & Parks & Recreation Board CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS February 7, 1996 7:00 P.M. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chairman Hawthorne and Commissioners Gribou, Smith, Hall, Lightfoot and Garner. COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Commissioner Lane. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Gay and Members Manson, Anderson and Reynolds. BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Members Taggart, DeOtte and Harding. STAFF PRESENT: Assistant City Manager Brymer, Director of Economic & I Development Services Ash, Assistant Director of Economic & Development Services Callaway, Parks & Recreation Director Beachy, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation Ploeger, City Planner Kee, City Engineer Laza, Senior Planner Kuenzel, Graduate Civil Engineer Homeyer, Planning Technician Thomas, Transportation Planner Hard, Parks Staff Assistant George, Staff Planner Dunn, Assistant City Engineer Morgan, Transportation Technician Hester and Water/Wastewater Division Manager Riley. (Councilmen Crouch and McIlhaney were in the audience.) AGENDA ITEM NO. l: Call meeting to order. Commission Chairman Hawthorne called the joint meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission and Parks and Recreation Board to order and informed the audience that after the presentation and discussion amongst the Commissioners and Board Members, there will be a brief question and answer session. AGENDA ITEM NO.2: Presentation by Rellmuth, Obata and Kassanbaum concerning the City's Comprehensive Plan including the Parks and Open Space Plan, Transportation Plan and Land Use Plan. Toe Pobiner of Hellmuth, Obata and Kassanbaum (HOK), Rod Kelly of Barton-Aschmann and Rob McKay of CDM and Associates presented the following four major components of the plan: (1) LAND USE PLAN: Mr. Pobiner stated that as part of the Comprehensive Plan, the City will be given Land Use and Thoroughfare Plan models to use as the City grows. He stated that the population of College Station could possibly double over the next twenty years. Much of the growth should take place to the south and along University Drive near the airport. The major factor that could change this growth is any change in Texas A&M University. No one knows the plans for the University over the next twenty years. All we know is that enrollment is capped and there are no plans to expand. If this is the case, there needs to be other industries in the area such as industrial type uses near the airport and race track. Mr. Pobiner concluded that he sees the character of the community changing from a University driven economy to include other diverse economies. 111110]:� Rod Kelly of Barton-Aschmann presented the results of the modeling done utilizing the draft Land Use Plan. He explained that they first looked at the draft Land Use Plan and the existing Thoroughfare Plan to determine how it might fit in with the context of the new plan. Essentially, overlaying the existing adopted Thoroughfare Plan and modifying it primarily in the undeveloped areas. This became a base of reference to develop other ideas and concepts. Mr. Kelly stated that they then looked at some of the problems and issues throughout the City that have been identified with respect to transportation. They then began to shape the Thoroughfare Plan to address specific locational or area problems. For example, the need for a north -south access between the residential areas and the University campus and relieving traffic from Texas Avenue and Wellborn Road without disrupting existing neighborhoods. He stated that information was obtained from the Texas Highway Department concerning the Wellborn Road Corridor Study including the various options being considered that were plugged into their analysis. With all of this information, they began to analyze alternatives to the Thoroughfare Plan and predicting the amount of traffic that will be generated from the land uses in the area. This information is converted into trips per day and this also shows where the trips are going. Mr. Kelly stated that the model output consisted of generating volumes projected to be on the thoroughfare system in the future as well as operation conditions. The first model projections that show traffic volumes has been completed. The secondary output of this model is a look at the operating conditions of the roadway including what traffic congestion to expect with certain volumes of traffic. Texas Avenue, University Drive and some portions of Wellborn Road are showing levels of congestion that are probably greater than what is desirable. Mr. Kelly informed the audience that over the next few weeks, they will be taking a look at these undesirable operating conditions and refining the model to add capacity in other areas or suggest future physical changes to address these problems. Mr. Kelly concluded that they will also look at possibly scaling down roadways where future projections show that it is needed. Once this process is complete, a preferred Thoroughfare Plan will be submitted for review and adoption by the City. (3) PARKS & OPEN SPACE PLAN: Joe Pobiner of HOK presented the following recommendations of the National Recreation and Park Association for "core" park land to be provided in communities: P & Z/Parks Minutes February 7, 1996 Page 2 of 7 ype Desirable Size Acres/1000 Pop'l Mini -Park 1 acre or less .25 - .5 acres Neighborhood Park 15 + acres 1.0 - 2.0 acres Community Park 25 + acres 5.0 - 10.0 acres Regional Park 200 + acres 5.0 - 10.0 acres -- "Core" park land can be described as the minimum amount of developable park land provided in a community. This park land should be located outside of flood plains, but may include some natural features such as water bodies. -- Mini -Parks are parks that range from one to two acres in size and typically provide picnic areas, playgrounds and seating. Lions and Windwood Parks are examples of existing Mini -Parks in College Station. Many of the school playgrounds located in College Station also function as Mini -Parks. -- Neighborhood parks serve a larger population than Mini -Parks. In addition to the activities available in Mini -Parks, Neighborhood Parks may also include areas for more intense recreational activities such as field games, court games and swimming. The majority of College Station's existing parks fall within the standards of Neighborhood Parks. -- Community Parks serve many neighborhoods. In addition to the activities available in Neighborhood Parks, Community Parks may also include athletic complexes, large swimming pools, community centers and nature preserves. -- Regional Parks serve entire cities or regions. Activities available in Regional Parks may include picnicking, swimming, camping and trail use. Lick Creek park is an undeveloped, 515 acre regional park located within the City. Mr. Pobiner presented the following recommendations regarding the Parks & Open Space Plan: (1) Provide approximately 10.5 acres of park land for every 1000 people. (The City is fairly close to this figure now.) (2) The "improved" portions of the parks including ball fields, concession stands, etc. be adjacent to the flood plain but not in the flood plain. (3) Opportunity for a large regional park of approximately 200 acres. Currently the Parks and Recreation Board is looking for a large softball facility that could possibly be located in either zones 9 or 10 so that they are fairly centrally located as the City grows to the south. A park in this location could also take advantage of the existing major roadways in the area. P & Z/Parks Minutes February 7, 1996 Page 3 of 7 (4) Opportunity of the co -development of parks. The City and School District could work together in the future to co -develop a ' playground so that the total area may be a little larger and qualify for a Mini -Park. Mr. Pobiner concluded that parks are the only type of land use that the City can actively plan and provide. Future park sites have been identified that can be acquired through dedication or cash in lieu of dedication that can be escrowed to purchase the land. (4) WATER & SEWER UTILITY PLAN: Mike McKay, the Project Manager with CDM and Associates informed the audience that the preferred Land Use Plan drives everything concerning the Utility Plan. He explained that they take elements such as population density and land use types to plug into their distribution model to see the impact, including cost, on the water and sanitary sewer system. Mr. McKay stated that they are looking at utility improvements through the year 2020 that the City can use as a guide for the Capital Improvement Program. The existing water system is in great shape; however, it will require many improvements to maintain that condition. Areas of concern are in the Northgate area and the Highway 60 area. AGENDA ITEM NO. 3: Discussion amongst the Commission, Board and Consultants. Commissioner Hall expressed concern of the impacts of a large softball facility near single family development. Many softball tournaments continue throughout the night and such elements as traffic, noise and lights may not be compatible with residential development. He also stated that the proposed facility will be located away from retail businesses and hotels/motels which would increase the need for north -south traffic movement in this area. Commissioner Hall suggested working with the University and possibly utilize the Texas Instruments property along Harvey Road. Mr. Pobiner stated that such elements as light orientation and topography can be considered in designing such a park facility to help mitigate these negative impacts. Cities all over the state are wrestling with similar issues such as midnight basketball. For the most part, HOK is recommending a facility in this area because there is a tremendous opportunity to utilize the flood plain and creek ways as a buffer. The plan will not actually select a specific location; however, HOK will provide location criteria and recommendations that the City staff can utilize to locate various park sites. Commissioner Gribou expressed concern with the assumption that the University will remain at the existing level. This assumption is critical in planning especially with the north -south corridors. Mr. Pobiner stated that the Plan itself is a process and gives staff the opportunity to revisit the elements on an annual or bi-annual basis to make changes as the community grows. There are many opportunities that the City may benefit from in the future that we are not aware of today. In this case, the process is more important than the product so that when the plan is reviewed, the changes can be included in the plan. Commissioner Gribou stated that he wants to make sure that there is enough flexibility built in with the north -south thoroughfares so that we do not have problems if certain elements change such as the University. P & Z /Parks Minutes February 7, 1996 Page 4 of 7 Mr. Kelly stated that there are several options available such as changing the land use to help mitigate the impacts of a changing community or University. The transportation models will be available for staff to utilize to see what the impacts will be on traffic demand, identify deficiencies and look at alternatives. In many cases, you do not have much flexibility to add new roadways in developed areas. Much of the flexibility is in the new areas of town and acquiring enough right-of-way to allow for the potential to expand or modify them to increase capacity. Mr. Manson stated that at previous meetings there were questions concerning possible growth to the south due to people commuting to Houston. Has that been; addressed as part of the Plan? Mr. Pobiner stated that there is a potential for that type of growth; however, it will probably not happen within the next ten to fifteen years. He stated that he would expect more tele-commuting where people may only commute to Houston one to three days a week and on the remaining days communicate via computer. In the twenty year time frame of the Plan, there should not be a strong influence of Houston based traffic. Typically, the maximum amount of time that someone will commute is forty-five minutes. The City should encourage those types of industries closer to College Station rather than driving to Houston. Commissioner Hall suggested that the consultants also examine the employee traffic of the University and not just the student traffic. The University could probably provide information about where the employees are corning from every day both inside and outside of the city limits. This type of information could help the City in working with the University as far as time schedules for the employees exiting and entering campus. Mr. Kelly agreed and stated that through their discussions with the University, the faculty, students and employees are coming from everywhere and not just from one particular area. AGENDA ITEM NO. 3: Questions and comments from the audience concerning the flan. Commission Chairman opened the meeting to questions and comments from the public. The following concerns/comments were voiced by the audience: (1) How much more will be done with the Parks and Open Space Plan? Mr. Pobiner stated that they have already gone beyond the scope of services. The final product will not show actual detailed designs of specific parks. However, there will be recommendations made for location criteria to be used by the Parks & Recreation Board and City staff. (2) The City currently has six community parks in existence and the proposal shows the need for twenty additional parks which suggests that the City is badly under parked at this time or the proposal is overly ambitious. Where is the criteria coming from and have you looked at the relationship of the mini parks and thoroughfares? P & Z/Parks Minutes February 7, 1996 Page 5 of 7 Mr. Pobiner stated that the community, neighborhood and mini parks are located so that children will not have to cross major thoroughfares and still be serviced with major roadways. College Station has not necessarily followed the standard of community and neighborhood parks. Overall, the proposal is roughly 10.5 acres per 1000 population. (3) Many people of the community think that the City's current level of parks service is adequate. Rather than have twenty community parks, the City has the opportunity to do something exciting and develop large regional parks and not ball complexes necessarily. For example, look at the New York and Minneapolis park systems where they built large, natural resource parks which cost the cities nothing. There are studies that show residential properties built around natural parks are higher in value because they're desirable places to live. The incremental property taxes which the City receives pay for the cost of the parks over periods of 12 to 20 years. An example in College Station is Pebble Creek and their use of the golf course throughout the development. The City should invest in major linear natural preserves of 150 to 200 acres now and not wait until development occurs. Mr. Pobiner agreed that the linear parks are high amenities such as golf courses, zoos, etc. which create desirable areas. The Parks and Open Space Plan takes advantage of the areas in and around the flood plain that could be used to expand and create such linear park systems. One opportunity of creating a linear park is to look at where several park zones come together and combine the parks so that a larger park can be developed. Mr. Pobiner stated that their scope of services did not allow them to go into that level of detail, however, the City staff can use this information to further enhance the Plan. (4) Alternatives in acquiring park land should be explored instead of a fee in lieu or a mandatory dedication. Many fast growth areas have moved to impact fees to cover the - whole cost of the development of the park rather than just the land. (5) How much detail will be provided as part of the Thoroughfare Plan? Mr. Kelly stated that they will develop a plan map which will designate the thoroughfare cross sections for each of the facilities in the plan. All residential and collector streets will not be identified (6) In such areas as Carter's Creek, the City cannot plan the necessary treatment or improvements in College Station without taking into consideration Brazos County and the City of Bryan. Specific recommendations should be made regarding this particular area especially in defining what can go in an area where there is flood plain. Mr. McKay stated that they provided staff with a scope of services concerning another study for the entire City and looking at the upstream and downstream impacts. Such drainage issues will need to be addressed to determine how it will impact the Comprehensive Plan. The current scope of services does not encompass such an in depth study of drainage. Mr. McKay explained that the particular land use does not have as much of an impact as the amount of impervious cover and how it is oriented on the site. There may be the need for a follow-up study once the Comprehensive Plan is complete. P & Z /Parks Minutes February 7, 1996 Page 6 of 7 Councilman Crouch explained that when the City Council ranked the issues for 1996 for next year's budget, the number two issue is the drainage utility district implementation and issue number twenty-three is a county wide drainage plan. Staff is currently putting together action plans on each issue. (7) Expressed concern with the employment assumptions and where the proposed 60,000 people are going to work. More specific information should be provided about the employment densities. (8) The Plan should also concentrate on alternative forms of transportation including bikes, pedestrian ways, bus systems, etc. and be encouraged as part of the Thoroughfare Plan. AGENDA ITEM NO. 4: Other business. There was no other business. AGENDA ITEM NO. 5: Adjourn. Commissioner Gribou moved to adjourn the joint meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission and Parks and Recreation Board. Commissioner Hall seconded the motion which passed unopposed (10 - 0). Chairman, Kyle Hawthorne ATTEST: Planning Technician, Natalie Thomas Chairman, Ron Gay ATTEST: Staff Assistant, Bridgette George P & Z/Parks Minutes February 7, 1996 Page 7 of 7 UC��� CITY OF COLLEGE STATION Post Office Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 77842-9960 February 9, 1996 (409) 764-3500 TO: Parks & Recreation Board FROM: Steve Beachy, Director of Parks & Recreation 0 SUBJECT: ITEMS OF INTEREST 1. Kid Fish '96 - This year's kid fish was again a grand success. More than 300 kids showed up to fish for rainbow trout at Central Park Pond on Saturday, January 27th. We had a ratio of about 1.5 adults to youth. Therefore, we had about 300 lines in the water and approximately 750 people on the banks. KID FISH is a non-profit organization that funds urban fishing stockings and lake/pond renovations in the State of Texas. 2. Youth Basketball games are being played on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday nights, with practices and some games on Saturdays. Games and practices are being held at various College Station Independent School gyms. The season will last from January 13 - March 4. Over 720 youths, grades 1-8, are playing in this year's basketball program, which exceeds last year by 43 youths. 3. The first annual College Station Emergency Management Academy which began January 11, and will proceed through February 29, is being held in the newly renovated EOC. The classes are held from 1:00-5:00 p.m. one day a week. The goal of the Academy is to improve the professionalism of the city's employees concerning their role in hazard mitigation, disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. The class is being taught by College Station employees, as well as local and state officials. There are currently 23 employees enrolled in the class. Certificates will be presented to everyone upon completion of all eight courses and passing of the final exam. 4. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department stocked Cy Miller Park Pond on Wednesday, February 7, with approximately 2,000 Rainbow Trout as part of the Urban Fishing Program. The Trout should survive through about April or whenever the water temperature gets above 680. Fishing will be open to all citizens. Those between the ages of 18-64 are required to purchase a Texas Fishing License, as well as a fresh water trout stamp. Citizens are limited to 5 trout/angler/day. Rest rooms are located in the Police Department front lobby. Ronne of Texas A&M University MINUTES Planning & Zoning Commission & Parks & Recreation Board CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS February 7, 1996 7:00 P.M. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Chairman Hawthorne and Commissioners Gribou, Smith, Hall, Lightfoot and Garner. COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Commissioner Lane. BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Gay and Members Manson, Anderson and Reynolds. BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Members Taggart, DeOtte and Harding. STAFF PRESENT: Assistant City Manager, Brymer, Director of Economic & Development Services Ash, Assistant Director of Economic & Development Services Callaway, Parks & Recreation Director Beachy, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation Ploeger, City Planner Kee, City Engineer Laza, Senior Planner Kuenzel, Graduate Civil Engineer Homeyer, Planning Technician, Thomas, Transportation Planner Hard, Parks Staff Assistant George, Staff Planner Dunn, Assistant City Engineer Morgan, Transportation Technician Hester and Water/Wastewater Division Manager Riley. (Councilmen Crouch and McIlhaney were in the audience.) AGENDA ITEM NO. 1: Call meeting to order. Commission Chairman Hawthorne called the joint meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission and Parks and Recreation Board to order and informed the audience that after the presentation and discussion amongst the Commissioners and Board Members, there will be a brief question and answer session. AGENDA ITEM NO. 2: Presentation by Hellmuth, Obata and Kassabaum concerning the City's Comprehensive Plan including the Parks and Open Space Plan, Transportation Plan and Land Use Plan. Joe Pobiner of Hellmuth, Obata and Kassabaum (HOK), Rod Kelly of Barton-Aschmann and Rob McKay of CDM and Associates presented the following four major components of the plan: (1) LAND USE PLAN: Mr. Pobiner stated that as part of the Comprehensive Plan, the City will be given Land Use and Thoroughfare Plan models to use as the City grows. He. stated that the population of College Station could possibly double over the next twenty years. Much of the growth should take place'to the south and along University Drive near the airport. The major factor that could change this growth is any change in Texas A&M University. No one knows the plans for the University over the next twenty years. All we know is that enrollment is capped and there are no plans to expand. If this is the case, there needs to be other industries in the area such as: industrial type uses near the airport and race track. Mr. Pobiner concluded that he sees the character of the community changing from a University driven economy to include other diverse economies. (2) THOROUGHFARE PLAN: Rod Kelly of Barton-Aschmann presented the results of,the modeling done utilizing the draft Land Use Plan. He explained that they first looked at the draft Land Use Plan and the existing Thoroughfare Plan to determine how it might fit in with the context of the new, plan. Essentially, overlaying the. existing adopted Thoroughfare Plan and modifying it primarily in the undeveloped areas. This became a base of reference to develop other ideas and concepts. Mr. Kelly stated that they then looked at some of the problems and issues throughout the City that have been identified with'respect to transportation. They then began to shape the Thoroughfare Plan to address specific locational or area problems. For example, the need for a north -south access between the residential areas and the University campus and relieving traffic from Texas Avenue and Wellborn Road without disrupting existing neighborhoods. He stated that information was obtained from the Texas Highway Department concerning the Wellborn Road Corridor Study including the various options being considered that were plugged into their analysis. With all of this information, they began to analyze alternatives to the Thoroughfare Plan and predicting the amount of traffic that will be generated from the land uses in the area. This information is converted into trips per day and this also' shows where the trips are going. Mr. Kelly stated that the. model output consisted ` of generating volumes. and operating conditions projected to be on the thoroughfare system in the future. The first model projections that show traffic volumes has been completed. ` The ' secondary output of this model is ;a look at the operating conditions of the roadway including what traffic congestion to expect with certain volumes of traffic. Texas Avenue, University Drive and some portions of Wellborn Road are showing levels of congestion that are probably greater than what is desirable. Mr. Kelly informed the audience that over the next. few weeks, they will be taking a look at these undesirable operating conditions and refining the model to add capacity in other areas or suggest future physical changes to address these"problems. Mr.: Kelly concluded that they will also look at possibly scaling down roadways where future projections show that it is, needed. Once this process is complete, a preferred Thoroughfare Plan will' be submitted for review and adoption,' by the City (3) PARKS & OPEN SPACE PLAN: Joe Pobiner of HOK presented the 'following recommendations of the National Recreation and Park Association for "core" park land to be provided in communities: P & Z /Parks Minutes February 7, 1996 Page 2 of 7 Type Desirable Size Acres/1000 Pop7. f Mini -Park 1 acre or less .25 - .5 acres Neighborhood Park 15 + acres 1.0 - 2.0 acres Community Park 25 + acres 5.0 - 10.0 acres Regional Park 200 + acres 5.0 - 10.0 acres -- "Core" park land can be described as the minimum amount of developable park land provided in a community. This park land should be located outside of flood plains, but may include some natural features such as water bodies. -- Mini -Parks are parks that range from one to two acres in size and typically provide picnic areas, playgrounds and seating. Lions and Windwood Parks are examples of existing Mini -Parks in College Station. Many of the school playgrounds located in College Station also function as Mini -Parks. -- Neighborhood parks serve a larger population than Mini -Parks. In addition to the activities available in Mini -Parks, Neighborhood Parks may also include areas for more intense recreational activities such as field games, court games and swimming. The majority of College: Station's existing parks fall within the standards of Neighborhood Parks. Community Parks serve many neighborhoods. In addition to the activities available in Neighborhood Parks, Community Parks may also include athletic complexes, large swimming pools, community centers and nature preserves. -- Regional Parks serve entire cities or regions. Activities available in Regional Parks may include picnicking, swimming, camping and trail use. Lick Creek park is an undeveloped, 515 acre regional park located within the City. Mr. Pobiner presented the following recommendations regarding the Parks & Open Space Plan: (1) Provide approximately 10.5 acres of park land for every 1000 people. (The City is fairly close to this figure now at roughly 7 acres per 1000 people.) (2) The "improved" portions of the parks including ball fields, concession stands, etc, be adjacent to the flood plain but not in the flood plain. (3) Opportunity for a large regional park of approximately 200 acres. Currently the Parks and Recreation Board is looking for a large softball facility that could possibly be located in either zones 9 or 10 so that they are fairly centrally located as the City grows to the - south. A park in this.location could also take advantage of the existing major roadways in the area. P & Z/Parks Minutes February 7, 1996 Page 3 of 7 (4) Opportunity of the co -development of parks. The City and School District. could work together in the future to co -develop a playground so that the total area may be a little larger and qualify for a Mini -Park. Mr. Pobiner concluded that parks are the only type of land use that the City can actively plan and `. provide. General locations of future park sites have been identified that can be acquired through dedication or cash in lieu of dedication that can be escrowed to purchase the land. (4) WATER & SEWER UTILITY PLAN: Mike McKay, the Project Manager with CDM and Associates informed the audience that the preferred Land Use Plan drives everything concerning the Utility Plan. He explained that they take elements such as population density and land use types to plug into their distribution model to see the impact, including cost, on the water and sanitary sewer system. Mr. McKay stated that they are looking at utility improvements through the year 2020 that the City can use as a guide for the Capital Improvement Program. The existing water system is in great shape; however, it will require many improvements to maintain that condition. Areas of concern are in the Northgate area and the Highway 60 area. AGENDA ITEM NO. 3: Discussion amongst the Commission, Board and Consultants. Commissioner Hall expressed concern of the impacts of a large softball facility near single family development. Many softball tournaments continue throughout the ' night and such elements as traffic, noise and lights may not be compatible with residential development. He also stated that the proposed facility will be located away from retail businesses and hotels/motels which would increase the need for north -south traffic movement in this area. Commissioner Hall suggested working with the University and possibly utilize the Texas Instruments property along Harvey Road. Mr. Pobiner stated that such elements as light orientation and topography can be considered in designing such a park facility to help mitigate these 'negative impacts. Cities all over the state are wrestling with similar issues such as midnight basketball. For the most part, HOK is recommending a facility in the Lick Creek area south of town because there is a tremendous opportunity to utilize the flood plain and creek ways as a buffer. The plan will not actually select a specific location; however, HOK will provide location criteria and recommendations that the City staff can utilize to locate various park sites. Commissioner Gribou expressed concern with the assumption that the University will remain at the existing level. This assumption is' critical in- planning especially with the north -south corridors. Mr. Pobiner stated that the Plan itself is a process and gives staff the opportunity to revisit the elements on an annual or bi-annual basis to make changes as the r'community grows. There are 'many opportunities that the City may benefit from in the future that we are not aware of today. In this case, the process is more important than the product so that when the plan is reviewed, the changes can be included in the plan: Commissioner "Gribou stated. that he wants to make sure that there is enough flexibility built in with the north -south thoroughfares so , that we 'do not have`'problems if certain elements change such as the University. P & Z/Parks Minutes February 7, 1996 Page 4 of 7 Mr. Kelly stated that there are several options available such as changing the land use to help mitigate the impacts of a changing community or University. The transportation models will be available for staff to utilize to see what the impacts will be on traffic demand, identify deficiencies and look at alternatives. In many cases, you do not have much flexibility to add new roadways in developed areas. Much of the flexibility is in the new areas of town and acquiring enough right-of-way to allow for the potential to expand or modify them to increase capacity. Mr. Manson stated that at previous meetings there were questions concerning possible growth to, the south due to people commuting to Houston. Has that been addressed as part of the Plan? Mr. Pobiner stated that there is a potential for that type of growth; however, it will probably not happen within the next ten to fifteen years. He stated that he would expect more tele-commuting where people may only commute to Houston one to three days a week and on the remaining days communicate via computer. In the twenty year time frame of the Plan, there should not be a strong influence of Houston based traffic. Typically, the maximum amount of time that someone will commute is forty-five minutes. The City should encourage those types of industries closer to College Station rather than driving to Houston. Commissioner Hall suggested that the consultants also examine the employee traffic of the University and not just the student traffic. The University could probably provide information about where the employees are coming from every day both inside and outside of the city limits. This type of information could help the City in working with the University as far as time schedules for the f ,l employees exiting and entering campus. Mr. Kelly agreed and stated that through their discussions with the University, the faculty, students and employees are coming from everywhere and not just from one particular area. AGENDA ITEM NO.3: Questions and comments from the audience concerning the Plan. Commission Chairman opened the meeting to questions and comments from the public. The following concerns/comments were voiced by the audience: (1) How much more will be done with the Parks and Open Space Plan? Mr. Pobiner stated that they have already gone beyond the scope of services. The final product will not show actual detailed designs of specific parks. Hoiwever, there will be recommendations made for location criteria to be used by the Parks & Recreation Board and City staff. (2) The City currently has six community parks in existence and the proposal shows the need for twenty additional parks which suggests that the City is badly under parked at this time or the proposal is overly ambitious. Where is the criteria coming from and have you looked at the relationship of the mini parks and thoroughfares? P & Z/Parks Minutes February 7, 1996 Page 5 of 7 Mr. Pobiner stated that the community, neighborhood and mini parks are located so that children will not have to cross major thoroughfares and still be serviced with major roadways. College Station has not, necessarily folloived the standard of community and neighborhood parks. Overall, the proposal is roughly 10.5 acres per 1000 population. r (3) Many people of the community think that the City's current level of parks service is adequate. Rather than have twenty community _parks, the City has the opportunity to do something exciting and develop large regional parks and not ball complexes necessarily. For example, look at the New York and Minneapolis park systems where they built large, natural resource parks which cost the cities nothing. There are studies that show residential properties built around natural parks are higher in value because they're desirable places to. live. The incremental property taxes which the City receives pay for the cost of the parks over periods of 12 to 20 years. An example in College Station is Pebble Creek and their use of the golf course throughout the development. The City should invest in major linear natural preserves of 150 to 200 acres now and not wait until development occurs. Mr. Pobiner agreed that the linear parks are high amenities such as golf courses, zoos, etc. which create desirable areas. The Parks and Open Space Plan takes advantage of the areas in and around the flood plain that could be used to expand and create such linear park systems. One opportunity of creating a linear park is to look at where several park zones come together and combine the parks so that a larger park can be developed., Mr. Pobiner stated that their scope of services did not allow them to go into that level of detail, however, the City staff can use this information to further enhance the Plan.. (4) Alternatives in acquiring park land should be explored instead of a fee in lieu or a mandatory dedication. Many fast growth areas have moved to impact fees to cover the whole cost of the development of the park rather than just the land. (5) How much detail will be provided as part of the Thoroughfare Plan? Mr. Kelly stated that they will develop a plan map which will designate the thoroughfare cross sections for each of the facilities in the plan. All residential and collector streets will not be identified. (6) In such areas as Carter's Creek, the City cannot plan the necessary treatment or improvements in College Station without taking into consideration Brazos County and the City of Bryan. Specific recommendations should be made regarding this particular area especially in defining what can go in an area where there is flood plain. Mr. McKay stated that. they provided staff with a scope of services concerning another study for the entire City and looking at the upstream and downstream impacts. Such drainage issues will need to be addressed to determine how it will impact the Comprehensive Plan. The,current scope of services does not encompass such an in depth, study of drainage. Mr. McKay explained that the particular land use does not have as much of an impact as the amount of impervious cover and how it is oriented on the site. There may be the need for a follow-up study once the Comprehensive Plan is complete. P & Z/Parks Minutes - February 7, 1996 Page 6 of 7 Councilman Crouch explained that when the City Council ranked the issues for 1996 for next year's budget, the number tivo issue is the drainage utility district implementation and issue number ttiwenty-three is a county tivide drainage plan. Staff is currently putting together action plans on each issue. (7) Expressed concern with the employment assumptions and where the proposed 60,000 people are going to work. More specific information should be provided about the employment densities. (8) The Plan should also concentrate on alternative forms of transportation including bikes, pedestrian ways, bus systems, etc. and be encouraged as part of the Thoroughfare Plan. AGENDA ITEM NO. 4: Other business. There was no other business. AGENDA ITEM NO. 5: Adjourn. Commissioner Gribou moved to adjourn the joint meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission and Parks and Recreation Board. Commissioner Hall seconded the motion which passed unopposed (10 - 0). APP D: .Chairman, Kyle Hawthorne ATTES . Plan ing Technician, Natalie Thomas APPRO fi, __/ Chairman, Ron ATTEST: /Staff sistant, Bridge e eorge P chi Z/Parks Minutes February 7, 1996 Page 7 of 7 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 1996'- 7:00 P.M. CENTRAL PARK CONFERENCE ROOM 1000 KRENEK TAP ROAD MEMBERS PRESENT: Ron Gay, Chair, Bob DeOtte, Vice. Chair, Carol Reynolds; Greg Taggart; Debra Anderson; and Mike Manson MEMBERS ABSENT: Barry Harding and Nancy Crouch, Council Liaison STAFF PRESENT: Steve Beachy, Director; Curtis Bingham, ' Parks Operations Supt.; Peter Vanecek, Senior Park Planner, Linda Waltman,: Recreation Supt.; David Hudspeth, Asst. Athletic Supv.; and Bridgette George, Staff Assistant VISITORS: Powell Robinson, 1008 Howe; and.Julian sand Jan McMurrey, 3400 Mustang Lane 1. Approval of Minutes: There were no minutes to approve for. the January 9, 1996, meeting due to lack of a quorum. Minutes for December 12, -1995, were approved as ( ) submitted. < IL Hear Visitors: No unscheduled. visitors were present. III. Discussion of Junior Girls' Softball Program: Mr. McMurrey stated that he was here about 'a year ago regarding this issue. He stated that he has coached' his kids in youth sports over the last twenty years. He mentioned that he has been -actively involved in the- girls' soffball program for the last few years and has worked with Tony, David, and the interns and likes the program. However, he feels it has not been as successful as it could be. Mr. McMurrey stated that there,are various programs throughout Central Texas that are more successful than College Station's program. He stated that he approached the College Station Little League Board and requested that they offer a little league program for girls. .The Board stated that they could not offer the program because the City owns all the softball fields. and already has a league program. He would like for the City to bow out of girl's softball during the Little League Spring Session -so that Little League can offer it. He stated that they would. use the same fields that the. City is using for girls' softball. Mr. McMurrey stated that the District Administrator for Little League and the State Office wants College Station to have softball. He stated that -the City's program doesn't get promoted as well as Little League would promote it. He stated that City employees appear to be wearing "too many hats' to. devote enough attention to the program. He stated that the College Station Girls' Softball program was not advertised -in the newspaper -like the Bryan program was. He mentioned that Little League has so' many parents that are involved in the program, that they make sure the program is well advertised. Mr. McMurrey stated that Little League registered 560 kids in advance a.nd registered another ( 250 for the program on one night of registration. He mentioned that thirty parents volunteered to work - on registration night. He stated that after one week of the City's Girls' Fast -pitch Parks Board Meeting 02/13/96 Page (2) Softball registration, 48 girls had signed up. He stated that as of today, there were 20 teams registered. He believes tha . tif it had been promoted better, there would be more girls' registered. Mr. Robinson stated that he has three ddughte I rs that he -has been actively involved in coaching over the years. He stated that he asked Little League to charter a girls' softball team so that he could. take his team to, Bryan to play. Little League refused because they stated there were not enough fields to practice or play on. . He stated that- one reason he was attracted to the Little.League softball program was that they have an all-stars' program.. He stated that whenever he puts together a traveling tournament team, he ,has to go to Bryan for more skilled and players to play such positions as.pitch0r. He believes Little League is doing so well because it's the "social". thing to do. Jan McMurrey stated that she e wants the female childt en in College Station to be involved in a sports program that's just as active as the boys' little league. progrqrTi. She stated that if there aren't enough fields, that is, not the "girls'" problem. It's Little League and the City's problem. Mr. M6Murrey stated that the last time he approached the Parks Board, he was told that the, fences at the Bee Creek softball fields were not going to be moved back, ,and that if they were, Mr.. McM6rre'y. would be. notified. He stated that a few days earlier, Tony.Scazzero, Athletics Supervisor.,. told. him that the fences were going to. be rhoved back, ar-nd. that he had no knowledge. that he was -supposed to notify Mr. McMurrey when that would happen. Steve stated that there were no.plans to move those fences back. He said that new fences would be install6d; but at the same distance. Mr. McMurrey stated again that Tony said those fences were going -to be. moved back for a National Men's Class C Tournament. Steve ' stated that the City, took over the girl's softball program a few years ago specifically, at the request -o f the *Girl's Softball Association. He said, that they did not want to administer the program any. longer. That program historically encouraged participation over the all -.Star and tournament -type play. He also stated that all of the City's programs are developed that way. Steve mentioned that Little League' has differentrules. than;ASA (Amateur Softball Association). -David stated- that ASA rules align with all other softbdll prpgrams,such ,*qs high school,' college, and all -the way up to the Olympics. David passed out.. information on the City's girls', softballthat showed a 56% -increase in participation from:,. 1994 tol 995; and a 98% increase: since I 9§3. David. stated that. the ,gir.l.'s. softball program is -a young; program and, needs time to, -grow. He.,reminded 'the Board that Little League, has. been .around a long time, hence its success—, David,, said ;that the City's program is not better or.worse than any other, it's just a younger program and needs time to develop. .1 'David asked the visitors for: their support and ,to let him- know what they need if they were dissatisfied, instead of asking to let Little League take over the program. He stated that he would do whatever was. necessary to make the program a success, but that there would not be an all-star season.. because that's not part of ASA. David stated tbatanyonb could develop on, all-star team and go to State , and National on their own,, if that's. what they desired..; David. mentioned that . unfortunately- there Was not :a. four -field complex for the girls' like Little League -has at Southwood, making it, difficult.for ,a lot of .,social interaction as, Mr. McMurrey stated - happenedat Southwood:-.; David commented, on, Mr., McMurrey's statement about, advertising softball in the,paper, every day.and asked for his support, to find.,,a parent that was willing to stay on the paper to get it advertised every day. He also asked ,fo I r support to help register kids at every school, if that's what the parents wanted. He stated that he would like to contact the families who were going to Bryan to play,, and ask them to play ,in College Station and make the local program a bigger success., Parks Board Meeting 02/13/96 Page (3) Mr. McMurrey stated that he is all for the College Station program in the fall and any other time, but that Little . League. taking over in, the spring would be more effective. He thinks the College Station league would be better.' if Little League operated it in the spring. He also stated* that the fields at Southwood are the City'sfields, not Little League's. He stated that convening the baseball fields softball fields would.be be easy to do, and that the'bbys'could play at the . current softball fields just as easy as the girls' do. Steve stated that. if girls were allowed to play at Southwood and the boys Were moved to Bee Creek, families would still be .separated.' Mr, McMufrey stated -that years ago when he was on the Little League Board they did -ribf-want J6 g!Ve-'up any of *the boys' fields for girl's softball, so they denied allowing a soff ball. p.ro'giam. for girls. He belie ve's that is still happening: . Debra asked what Little League offered that wasn't being provided by the City. Mr. McMurrey stated the -overall -interest by the parents, which gets the parents, more involved because there is`no one-OfsOtorun it. He also• stated that the City league only has 8 games -as compared to 12-20 with Little League. He also stated 'that he believes there is not as much preparation of the coaches as there is in Little League, He said the City league does not have the same atmosphere -as Little- League does. He thinks the level of expectation in Little League is higher than with the City. Ron a . Sked Mr.' Robinson if' he' sensed- whether, the Little League Board would -offer girls' softlodif-prd ram, If fields were not'a problem. Mr. Robinson stated he thought some of them would support if. Bob stated'thaf -if College Station Little League ever had asbftball program they could never get rid of• it, or they would lose their charter. After further discussion, the Board concurred that they would like to hear from kids and parents of the City's.dirls' softball program to find out how they view the current City program. Greg motioned to 'conduct a needs survey of the participants'of the Clty's'girls' softball program to ad.dress'whe'ther reorganization . I . of the. program should be done.'- Bob seconded the motion. The motioned . 'passed. Mr. McMurrey . requested that the City show both him and Mr. Robinson the survey for review before it was'released. The Board agreed. IV. Discussion of the Citv's Lona Ranae Land Use Plan Peciardina Parks: Steve stated that he had no .other information to report. He distributed a copy of an article that was printed in The Eagle, "CS plqnher foresees 65 new parks."'. This article was derived from the joint meeting that. was'. 'attended by HOK, (Hellmuth, 0 . bata and. Kassabaum Inc.), the. Planning and Zoning Committee, and the Parks -Board on , February 7, 1996, The Board, discussed their . disappointment 'regarding the Parks portion of the, City's plan that was presented that night. Ron asked if the Board Would. get a chance to view the plan before' it was.accbpte.d by Council. . . - Steve stated that he, did. not know'becouse he wasn't . sure when the plan would be completed. Greg moved� to have Ron contact Nancy Cro'u'c . h and the City Council requesting that the Parks Board and 'Parks staff be given the opporttinity to review the parks portion of .the - Masterplan prior to Council's approval of the plan. He also wanted Ron to relay the Board's disappointment with the information presented to date. Bob seconded. The motion passed. W. Dj;cussion of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board's 1996 Goals: Steve reviewed the department's goals, for 199&'dnd. the upcoming goals for 1996. He stated that these goals have been setup to reinforce the Council's Strategic Issues, He mentioned that 39 issues had Parks Bbard Meeting 02/13/96 Page (4) been ranked by Council and about 20 of those will probably have action items developed for them. Steve reviewed some of the issues as they related to the department. VII. Caoitall Iniorovement Proaram R000rt: Peter reviewed the CIP report.that was included in the Boar . d's. packet. He mentioned that the architect, Working on the Pebble Creek Elementary School, might be including some irrigation in his plan. Peter,gavd-his park plans to the architect in hopes that he would .include the park and playing fields,.in the plan., Peter mentioned that he will be meeting with the. architect for the Lincoln Center/ ' Wayne Smith Baseball Complex project on February 27.. Steve, stated that a committee was.formed to, help with looking at different aspects ,of the complex. The committee ' consists of one representative from Little League; the Community Policing Officer, the Southgate Village Apartment manager, Kimmle Habtemicheal, Lincoln Center Supervisor, Gary, Marske, South District Supervisor, and Scott Hooks, West District Supervisor. VI. Other Business/Board Cdnoerns: Carol mentioned that 'a-. proposal was going to 'be - made to, rename, Southwood Pool or the Natatorium aftef"Cindy Halld�an. Steve :stated r that a request for information regarding the renaming of Southwood has already been received and that individual was given the policy, and procedures to go forward with that request. Bob wants to proceed with the development of a' Recreational Sports Advisory Council. He would like for itto be governed. by the Parks- Advisory. Board. . After further -discussion, Bob, Carol, and Debra. agreed to form a subcommittee to Work on n the he structure -arid guidelines for the Sports Council; •The; meeting was scheduled for February 26, O't 11:30 mm.. Steve mentioned that 'the -next Parks Board meeting Would 'be thd third Tuesday in March, instead of the second Tuesday. Mike asked who handled Adopt . -A-Spot for the City. Br I idgette . stated that Public -Services used to. 'Curtis said, that he was waiting for a pho'ne call from. Charles McElmbre to- find out if the program is still current. Curtis alsb informe d the Board that Jeff Shiffmire,' St. Frances Church 'Pastor,- is interested in adopting Lick Creek Park. No formal agreement has been made. Guidelines would have to be set up for what he would be allowed to do. Curtiswill report back to the Board when Mr. Shiftmire defines more clearly.what it.,is he wants to do at. Llck.Creek Park. VIIII. AdIourn: The meeting adjourned at.9:17 p.m. Ron Gay, Board Ch irmdn 4-//� 4 Date - Attesf::z5e_-., *661A Bridg6fte.. G66r4,Cl38,- 86, -rd retary. Date NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD of the City of College Station Notice is hereby given that a (Regular) (Special) ( REGULAR PARKS AND RECRFATION ROARD of the City of College Station, State of Texas, will be held on the 13th FEBRUARY , 1996, at 7:00 (?? M.p.M.), at 1000 KRENEK TAP RD. COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77840 The following subjects will be discussed, to -wit: SEE AGENDA Dated this the 9th day of FEBRUARY , 1996. ,) meeting of the day of CITAF COLLEGE STATIO T S CONNIE HOOKS, CITY SECRETARY I, the undersigned authority, do hereby certify that the above Notice of Meeting of the regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board of the City of College Station, Texas, is a true and correct copy of said Notice and that I posted a true and correct copy of said Notice on the bulletin board in the City Hall of said College Station, Texas, a place convenient and readily accessible to the general public at all times, and said Notice was posted on FFRRIIARY 9 . 1996 . 1996, at o'clock (A.M.W.M.). Dated this the � day of ``��1 1. �Qa1. , 1996. SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO BEFORE ME ON THIS THE9� DAY OF�A�, 1996. i NO RY —UBLIC - BRAZOS COUNTY, TEXAS ` My commission expires:8 `' 5 "(4 tt ',6F COLLEGE STATION, P t /TEM / r 1�d�� 6sr .����' p�' cl,� 't!/.•", 'Ylns'v �.::C. (79S. CASARES lic, State of Texas mission Expires 6,1898 5. The College Station Youth Soccer Association has allocated $2,000 to go towards the re-establishment of the turf on the Anderson Park soccer fields. These funds will go towards the purchase of sand, seed, and fertilizer to better reestablish the playabillity of the complex. Due to the untimely amounts of rainfall and drastic temperature changes, the rye grass did not grow well. The soccer organization will also move some of the normal practices to auxiliary sites to allow the newly over -seeded fields to better establish themselves. 6. The Adamson Lagoon Rest Rooms renovation is complete and meets ADA regulations. Some of the items that were included in the renovation process included toilets, showers, dressing rooms, and the sinks. 7. The Nature Trail at Richard Carter Park has been renovated by Parks Operations crews. Due to erosion, a section of the cinder trail has been changed to concrete. Also, a conversation deck, with benches and a picnic table, has been added along this trail. Copies: Skip Noe, City Manager John Woody, Assistant City Manager Tom Brymer, Assistant City Manager, ~` PARD Staff ......... _ 1996 Sn.,Legic Issue Rankings Total Ends Rank Score Stmt # 1 39 5 Streamline Development Processes 2 38 3 Drainage Utility District Implementation 3 38 8 Northgate Revitalization Development Implementation 4 36 7 Spec Building at the Business Park 5 34 3 Drainage Plan Implementation 6 34 7 Strategy for Conference/Hotel Development 7 31 7 Business Park Recruitment 8 31 7 Marketing Strategy to Develop to Recruit Business to Improve Retail Development 9 28 3 Wolf Pen Creek Drainage 10 28 4 Develop a Regional Tech Prep Program/Business/School/City Training Program 11 28 5 Accessibility of City Services - West Side Water&Sewer Services/George Bush Library 12 28 8 N/S - Gate Revitalization/Code Enf. & Planning TAMU 13 27 3 Develop a philosophy for delivery of health and human services 14 27 5 Benchmark/Performance Measures for Agency Contracts 15 26 2 Cemetery policy and development 16 26 8 Housing Strategy (Housing Standards/Maintenance/Certification) 17 26 8 Community Enhancement Proqram/Annual 18 25 7 Industrial Area/District - Look for Alternative Sites 19 24 5 City Center with Consolidated Office and Park Development 20 23 7 Tourism/Marketing Plan/with Emphasis on Promotion 21 22 1 Wellborn Road Corridor Traffic Study 22 22 1 Traffic Managment - North/South Traffic Routes 1. Kyle -SW Pkwy 2. West of Wellborn 3. Dartmouth-2818 4. Appommattox 23 22 3 County Wide Drainage Plan 24 22 7 Wolf Pen Creek Area Development 25 21 5 Council Policy on Benefits and Training 26 19 1 Intermodal Accessibility - 1. Hwy 30-190 Louisiana 2. Hwy 6 Houston 3. Hwy 21 Austin/Including Air Service to Austin and S.A. 27 19 2 Multi day festival 28 18 3 Develop a comprehensive regional family wellness center 29 17 2 Develop a nature park in College Station along Carter Creek 30 17 3 One Stop Facility of Health Services 31 17 3 Youth at Risk (Prevention Activities)/Recreational centered programs for youth ages 13-19 32 16 3 Build mini neighborhood resource and service centers 33 16 4 Establish a Funded Task Force to Implement Computer Networks 34 15 1 Tolley System between Bryan and College Station 35 15 2 County Parks 36 15 5 Joint City/County Committee on Competing Values and Formally Adopt Uniform Standards 37 14 2 Development of a College Station Lake 38 13 6 Clear Vision of Arts 39 9 7 Regional Community Owned Airport 1. Southwood Pool Renovation Project Number: PK9502 Budget: $219,000 Contract Amount: $35,000 - Design; $194,805 - Repair Project Manager: Eric Ploeger Design: H.S.I. Consulting Architects Comments/Status: HSI began inspection and testing of the pool in early July. Plans and sepcifications were prepared and bid. The bid opening was December 5, 1995. The low bidder, Mid -Continental Restorations, was recommended to the City Council on December 14, 1995. The project came in over budget. Staff and the architect negotiated a reduction change order to lower the cost as much as possible. Additional funds were obtained from the completed Thomas Park improvement project. Renovation began January 10, 1996, Task: Project Design: July - September 1995 Advertise & Award: November - December 1995 Complete: May 1996 2. Sandstone Park Development Project Number: PK N/A Budget: $250,000 Contract Amount: $194,003 - Marek Brothers Project Manager: Eric Ploeger Design: In-house Comments/Status: The preliminary design for the park was approved by Council January 25, 1995. Construction plans were prepared by the Parks Planning Staff. Bids were opened July 6, 1995, with Marek Brothers as the low bid at $194,003. This bid was accepted by the City Council on July 13, 1995. Construction began in late August. A Small Business Administration Tree Grant was approved for this park for approximately $15,000. The landscape portion of the project was bid out the week of January 2, 1996. The tree planting portion of the project was awarded to Brazos Services. Task: Project Design: February - March 1995 Advertise & Award: March - July 1995 Complete: February - 1996 Project Number: PK9504 Budget: $200,000 Contract Amount: N/A Project Manager: Eric Ploeger Project Design: PARD Planning Comments/Status: Initial meetings with CSISD staff have occurred to prioritize needed facilities. Public hearings were held October 10 and November 12, 1995. The preliminary site plan was approved by the school board on November 20, 1995. The plan was presented to the City Council on December 13, 1995. The plan was accepted and staff will begin production of bid documents as soon as possible, Task: Project Design: January - February 1996 Advertisement & Award: March - April 1996 Complete: August 1996 4. LINCOLN CENTER/WAVNE SMITH BASEBALL COMPLEX Project Number: PK9505 Budget: $1,230,000 - 1995 Bond Contract Amount: Design $84,490 Project Manager: Eric Ploeger Project Design: HSI Consulting Architects Comments/Status: After review of 16 proposals by Architectural firms, the staff recommended HSI Architects of Bryan to the City Council. The City Council approved this selection and the contract will be signed in early February. Task: Project Design: February - July 1996 Advertisement & Award: August 1996 - September 1996 Complete: August 1997 5. Lincoln Center Gyre Floor Replacement Project Number: N/A Budget: $55,000 Contract Amount: $47,667 If approved - Custom Sports Surfacing Project Manager: David Gerling Project Design: Comments/Status: Bids are to be opened January 16, 1996, This project will replace the synthetic flooring in the gym. This item will be presented to the City Council for possible approval February 8, 1996, Task: Project Design: January 1996 Advertisement & Award: January - February 1996 Complete: March 1996 CJ.P, Report February 8, 1996 Page (3) 5. Wolf Pen Creek Playground Improvements Project Number: N/A Budget: $24,000 Zone 3 Parkland Dedication Funds Contract Amount: N/A Project Manager: Peter Vanecek Project Design: Parks Planning Comments/Status: This project will convert the existing playground into a handicap accessible facility through the use of a rubber cushion in place of the pea gravel, Task: Project Design: Advertisement & Award: Complete: CITY OF COLLEGE STATION ,M Post Office Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, Texas 77842-9960 (409) 764-3500 ANDERSON RENOVATION PROPOSAL IN THE DECEMBER MEETING OF THE COLLEGE STATION YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION, A DISCUSSION WAS HELD CONCERNING THE PRESENT CONDITION OF THE COMPLEX. IT WAS DECIDED THAT THE ORGANIZATION WOULD PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO THE PARKS DEPARTMENT IN HELPING TO RESTORE THE PLAYABILITY OF THE COMPLEX, BY ALLOCATING UP TO $2000.00 TO GO TO THE RE-ESTABLISHMENT OF THE TURF ON THE COMPLEX. IN THE JANUARY MEETING, I ATTENDED AND WE DISCUSSED POSSIBLE DIRECTIONS THAT WE WOULD PROCEED WITH AND THE UPCOMING SPRING SEASON THAT WAS ABOUT TO BEGIN. ONE OF THE SUGGESTIONS BROUGHT FORTH WAS TO MOVE SOME OF THE NORMAL PRACTICES MELD AT ANDERSON TO AUXILIARY SITES TO ALLOW THE NEWLY OVER -SEEDED FIELDS TO BETTER ESTABLISH THEMSELVES. THE NEED TO DO THIS WAS BROUGHT ON DO TO POOR ESTABLISHMENT OF THE RYE GRASS ON THE COMPLEX, DUE TO LACK OF AND UNTIMELY AMOUNTS OF RAINFALL AND DRASTIC TEMPERATURE CHANGES AND THE NEED FOR MORE FERTILIZATION. THIS IS ONE STEP TO HELPING TO BETTER ESTABLISH THE PLAYABILITY OF THE COMPLEX AND WE BELIEVE IT WILL BEGIN TO SHOW THE BENEFITS AS THE SPRING SEASON PROGRESSES ON. I WOULD LIKE TO RECAP SOME OF THE STEPS WE HAVE DONE TO IMPROVE THE COMPLEX BEFORE THE SPRING SEASON AND THEN TOUCH BASE ON SOME IDEAS AND PROPOSE SOME STEPS THAT WE BELIEVE WILL BENEFIT THE RESTORATION OF THIS FACILITY. RECAP: IN OCTOBER WE REPLACED TWO OF THE IRRIGATION CONTROLLER PANELS, ONE OF OUR BIGGEST PROBLEMS HAS BEEN THE INEFFECTIVENESS OF OUR IRRIGATION SYSTEM DUE TO IT'S AGE. THIS STEP HAS MROVED THE CONSISTENCY OF OUR WATERING PROGRAM. WE WILL CONTINUE TO FINE TUNE THE IRRIGATION HEADS LOCATED ON THE FIELDS. IN OCTOBER WE ALSO AERATED THEi 1N THREE DIRECTIONS TRACTOR •'AERATOR, TRYING TO LOOSEN UP THEC • • AND • 1' •SOIL. Home of Texas A&M University IN NOVEMBER, WE TOPDRESSED THE LOW AREAS, WE SEEDED THE COMPLEX WITH GULF RYE GRASS AND THEN SPREAD A THIN LAYER OF SAND OVER THE SEED. WE PUT OUT 200 YARDS OF SAND AND OVERSEEDED USING 50 BAGS OF RYE GRASS SEED. WE WERE ABLE TO WATER SPORADICALLY DUE TO THE TEMPERATURE FLUCTUATIONS DURING THE END OF NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER IN JANUARY WE RE -SEEDED SOME OF THE BARE AREAS, REPAIRED A WATER LINE THAT RUPTURED DUE TO THE COLD TEMPERATURES, AND WE PUT OUT AN APPLICATION OF 18-6-12 SLOW RELEASE FERTILIZER WE PUT OUT 250 LBS OF FERTILIZER PER FIELD.: THE FERTILIZER AND THE ABILITY TO WATER THE TURF HAS BEGAN TO.SHOW PROGRESS IN THE TURF ESTABLISHNIENT. WE HAVE ALSO BEEN=ABLE TO MOW THE FIELDS AT A LEVEL OF 1.5 TO 2 INCHES TWICE A WEEK, HELPING TO STRENGTHEN THE TURF. WE SET UP THE FIELDS, INSTALLING GOALS AND CUTTING IN THE PERIMETER LINES THE WEEK BEFORE THE GAMES BEGAN. WE ALSO HAD TO GO IN AND REPAIR SEVERAL IRRIGATION LEAKS THAT OCCURRED THE WEEK PLAY BEGAN, AND AT THIS T NlE THE FIELDS ARE HOLDING IN FAIRLY DECENT SHAPE. WE WILL CONTINUE TO TRY TO MOW THE COMPLEX TWICE A WEEK, WEATHER PERMITTING. WE WILL BE PUTTING r) OUT ANOTHER LIGHT APPLICATION OF FERTILIZER IN THE NEXT WEEK AND WE WILL CONTINUE TO FINE TUNE THE IRRIGATION SYSTEM. PRELIMINARY PROPOSAL TO UTILIZE MONETARY DONATION FROM THE YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION. I ESTIMATE THE SPRING SEASON TO END AT THE END OF MARCH OR FIRST PART OF APRIL, AT' THIS POINT AND TIME I WOULD LIKE TO BE ABLE TO HAVE A SOIL ANALYSIS DONE ON THE COMPLEX TO DETERMINE OUR FERTILIZATION NEEDS. WE ARE PLANNING TO AERATE THE COMPLEX AND POSSIBLY TILL SOME OF THE BAD AREAS TO ENABLE US TO BREAK THE COMPACTED SOIL AND LEVEL SOME OF OUR FIELD IRREGULARITIES. WE ALSO ARE PLANNING ON TAKING A SOD CUTTER AND TRYING TO CORRECT SOME OF OUR SIDELINE DRAINAGE OFF THE FIELDS. THIS MAY PROVIDE US WITH TURF THAT CAN BE RE -SODDED ON OUR GOAL AREAS AND BARE AREAS. WITH THE $2000.00 PUT FORTH BY THE SOCCER ASSOCIATION, WE WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE THE FOLLOWING; 180 YARDS OF SAND EST. COST $720.00 6 BAGS OF BERMUDA SEED EST COST $900.00 40'BAGS OF 18-&12 FERTILIZER $380.00 $2000.00 WE INTEND TO GO IN AND TOPDRESS, OVERSEED WITH BERMUDA SEED AND APPLY A LIGHT APPLICATION OF FERTILIZER TO STIMULATE THE BERMUDA GRASS THAT WE ALREADY HAVE. WE WILL BEGIN A MULTIPLE LIGHT WATERING PROGRAM FOR APPROXIMATELY 7 - 10 DAYS, TO HELP ESTABLISH THE NEWLY SEEDED FIELDS. ONCE WE. HAVE SEED ESTABLISHMENT, WE WILL RESUME OUR MOWING PROGRAM, CUTTING THEYIELDS AT 1.5 INCHES AND MOWING THEM TWICE A WEEK TO TRY TO ENCOURAGE LATERAL GROWTH OF THE GRASS AND TO TRY TO SUPPRESS THE CURRENT WEED GROWTH. ONCE THE"NEW TURF HAS GERMINATED, WE WILL GO TO A LESS FREQUENT AND LONGER WATERING CYCLE TO TRY TO ENCOURAGE DEEPER ROOT ESTABLISIRAENT. WE WILL APPLY THE SECOND APPLICATION OF FERTILIZER APPROXIMATELY FOUR WEEKS AFTER INITIAL SEED GERMINATION. WITH A LITTLE LUCK, WE SHOULD BEGIN TO SEE THE RE-ESTABLISHMENT OF TURF IN ABOUT A MONTH AND A HALF, ALLOWING US TO PROCEED IN A NORMAL MAINTENANCE ROUTINE. HOPEFULLY, BY TAKING THESE STEPS, WE WILL SEE A SIGNIFICANT IMPROVEMENT IN THE PLAYABILITY, SAFER AND MORE AESTESTICLY PLEASING COMPLEX FOR ALL TO ENJOY. I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE YOUR INPUT INTO THIS PROPOSAL, AS YOUR ORGANIZATION ALSO HAS MANY INDIVIDUALS WITH A GOOD KNOWLEDGE OF TURF MANAGEMENT AND A GOOD KNOWLEDGE -OF'TUNGS THAT WE MAY BE ABLE TO IMPLEMENT THAT WILL BENEFIT THIS- COMPLEX, YOUR ORGANIZATION AND THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT. I LOOK FORWARD TO WORKING WITH YOU AND YOUR ORGANIZATION, I BELIEVE THAT AS A TEAM WE CAN PRODUCE A SOCCER COMPLEX THAT WE ARE ALL PROUD OF. SINCERELY YOURS; I IR Eli Of F.11 .14 01 F6,4@01 #our thoughtfulness our sincerely appreciated. Dear Mr..Beachy: Thank you, your staff and the City of College Station for the help and assistance in removing the water from under our Junior High School and the swimming pool. We had a 4" water line break. ncerely, �/1—V -' (k— tjege McL a I c i ector of Operations '+•l '>:i; ::: iiif:.::'i''ri?: > :fii: v%i?i`ii ii'rii$i::::iii::i) iiji.. ii:.+?:: :i i:•iiijiiiiJiS: ?ii:i :;:?:•fiti:%iii i^i: is i5ii'r ii: ii ii:'iii ii i?i:..: .. :• �kb::•::<::•:::: x.::r: :;:.+::5:%• :.. . .: ... - : •:::. ',: :.::: ..,: .. .:,... ::$ �i::;::;::•:.;} •:::+:%.,?.:: ..;%�::::;:;i?>isi::%:isi::i%?rig<:!?��'•''��``°'°'°" 13'•. fer ...:.. ce::. _ _ .�...... ..... .... ........ .......... a 1111pill We ftuld like to.ensure that every event you have at 8. How often do you use the -Conference Center? the College' -Station Conference Center is a great one. U meekly Please take: a few. minutes to answer the following . ❑Monthly questions in order to Help us evaluate our customer ElYearly service . D First visit . If this was you visit, would you use the facility` 1 In calling in your reservations, did you encoun; fnendl�' again? ter a vIoice?.es '0 No . 9.- " How would you•rate our staff? 2 • Was. y our r taken in a timely manner? �eStion 0 NO Excellent' Very Good Fair Poor ' Promptness ❑ 0" ❑ ❑ Was the person taking your call helpful an Friendliness .. ❑ B" ❑ ❑ knowledgeable enough'to answer all your Attentiveness . D C ❑ ❑ questions ut a tisfactory manner? Accuracy G] Q� ❑ ❑ ❑ ©' ❑ ❑ es ; ❑ No ; , Professionalism _ .- ' Attitude ❑ C ❑ ❑ 4 Was your meeting -room setup asrequestedT • O'i�es O No - • ;- 10. How would you rate the facilities? 5 Was the room temperature adequate? Excellent Very Good Fair Poor, 0 ❑ ❑ External appearance 6 Were the resm faahhes clean? Internal appearance 2❑ ❑ ❑ p es, ❑ No r `Price Temperature ❑ ❑ ❑ . 0 ❑ ❑ %7s Does the facility offer adequate equipment Cleanliness 13 ©� ❑ ❑ fydurmeeh�g Heels? or Convenience 2r El ❑ Parking -� ❑ ❑ 0 C'(Yes _.O1Vo 1.1. Overall, how would you rate the facilities? C�xcellent O Very good D Good El Fair ❑ Poor 12. - -Are there any helpful hints or suggestions you can give us: . Any other equipment you would like us to provide? 13. Based on the answers above, would you recom . mend the facility to a friend or acquaintance by: ❑ The quality.of service you received ❑ The quality of staff . ❑ Thyappearance of the facility M-All of the above. ❑Other, explain: . Please, leave this form in your room or give t to the staff. Excellent Very Good Fair Poor Promptness Ef O ❑ Friendliness O✓� O ❑ ❑ Attentiveness O✓ ❑ ❑ ❑ Accuracy ❑--" ❑ ❑ ❑ Professionalism O O ❑ Attitude O� O ❑ ❑ 10. How would you rate the facilities? Excellent Very Good . Fair Poor ExternaTappearance .. 0 C ❑ . ❑ ••.Internal appearance . ❑ ,� ❑ ❑ Temperature.: ❑ ir . ❑ ❑ Price ::.° ..:., . O ❑ ❑ Cleanliness :- ❑ . 211" : ❑ ❑ Convenience ❑ Ga/ ❑ ❑ Parking O ❑ l�' ❑ 11 Overall, how would you rate the facilities? O E cellent O ery good 0 Good ❑ Fair .0'Poor 12. Are there any helpful hints or suggestions you can give us:..> Any other equipment you would like us to provide? 13. Based on the answers above, would you recom mend�e facility to a friend or acquaintance by: U The quality of service you received ❑ The quality of staff ❑ The appearance of the facility ❑ All of the above. ❑ Other, explain: Please leave this form in your "room orgwe it to'the staff. JJi311 Q,Vd �� 0 >-, .-- ,:cr,.sh ....��,�xv:;.; J ...::;,:.....� _ ��,_>.r..:�...a,..k;r- ,-..r;z.iaf�ti. a n..�,::<n1�9s. 3'�. ti.,:,K.�E'.. f�::i°a .-•• .r ,.r,.> tation,, Texas _ 2t { t•r_ L z 20-year proposal By TODD BERGMANN Eagle staff writer Friday, February 9, based on projected annexations, population growth College Station and whatever areas it might annex will need 65 new parks in the next 20 years, says a Dallas consul- tant hired to help the city plan for growth. Joseph A. Pobiner, of the Hellmuth, Obata and Kassabaum Inc. planning firm, said he was basing projected needs on the assumption that the city would double in population. He said the National Recreation and Park Association recommends that cities the size of College Station should have 10.5.acres of parkland per 1,000 people. Under that guideline, Pobiner told the city's Planning and Zone Board and Parks Board on Wednesday, College Station's park space should increase from the present 426.2 acres to 1187.6 acres in the next 20 years. Pobiner did not indicate exact loca- tions for any proposed parks. But he said the city should have parks in all areas so children can walk to them from home. "Children would not have to cross major thoroughfares to get to the parks," he said. The city's comprehensive plan calls for 65 new parks in the current city and land it expects to annex, he said. These include 20 community parks, which range in size from 15 to 50 acres. But John L. Crompton, professor of i parks and recreation at Texas A&M, had reservations. "Rather than have 20 new community parks, we have an opportunity here to do something really exciting," he said. "That is to develop large regional parks. I'm not talking about ball complexes. "All the great park systems of the country are built around great natural resource parks. Those parks cost the cities nothing. They were bought ahead of time." Crompton said he knows of several studies showing that residential proper- ties built around natural resource parks have a high appreciation in value. Please see PARKS, page A6 I. , I ¢ , i � , I > $:. � z .n , 2t 1' � iy r, ^ ;I r �• a - r I 1. N IMPROVE DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES ® CONTINUE PARK DEVELOPMENT AND IMPROVEMENT CONTINUE TO PROMOTE TOURISM ® PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH ® DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR MUNICIPAL PADS AND LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ® DEVELOP A MAINTENANCE PLAN FOR WOLF PEN CREEK ® DEVELOP A PLAN FOR FUTURE CEMETERY NEEDS CONTINUE TO IMPROVE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS finprove Departmental Administrative Procedures O Implement Field Purchase Order System on AS/400 ® Implement all Purchase Requests on AS/400 ® Implement Standardized User Survey Procedures O Complete Standardized Training Records Program O Achieve Accreditation with National Recreation and Parks Society Continue Park Development and Improvement O Complete Pebble Creek Park ♦ Complete construction of Sandstone Park O Complete Southwood Pool Renovation *Acquire additional neighborhood parkland in Zone 7 and begin design process ^_`)evelop a Preliminary Master Plan for the Athletic ',"omplex Continue to Promote Tourism O Attend tourism training classes O Conduct two State and one National softball tournament O Conduct a minimum of twenty events at the amphitheater O Facilitate the annual Bluebonnet Street Rod rally O Bid on future regional, state and national athletic events O Determine economic impact of all tourism related events O Develop a marketing plan for tourism Provide Additional Programs for Youth O Meet with CSISD Superintendent O Survey junior high and high school students O Inventory existing public and private programs and facilities ® Prepare cost estimates and recommendations O Presentation to City Council ® Hire Youth Activities Coordinator if approved in the budget process ♦ Form Teen Council and begin implementation process for the programs 1 Develop a Comprehensive Plan for Municipal Parks, And Landscape Maintenance ll` ♦ Form team to prepare plan Determine needs for municipal landscape maintenance unalyze alternate means of providing service w Prepare staff recommendations O Council Presentation ® Prepare budget request in accordance with Council direction O Bid out maintenance or provide in-house Develop a Maintenance Plan for Wolf Pen Creek ® Determine what options are available to remove silt from existing lake ® Determine potential funding sources to complete silt removal project O Determine short term land use for existing municipal property and assign maintenance responsibility O Obtain cost estimates for silt removal and grounds maintenance work ® Seek Guidance from City Council concerning utilization of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district funds O Provide recommendation to City Manager and seek authorization to begin preliminary work O Submit budget request for FY97 based upon direction received from City Council O Solicit input concerning the Wolf Pen Master Plan and future development within the Wolf Pen Creek Corridor ® Revise the Wolf Pen Creek Master Plan and present recommendations to appropriate advisory boards and city council for action O Council adoption of revised Wolf Pen Creek Master Plan O Implement park and drainage improvements upstream from Dartmouth/Holleman intersection Develop a Plan for Future Cemetery Needs O Cemetery Committee analyzes the options for future cemetery services ® Cemetery Committee makes recommendation to City Council ® Develop site requirements, size, and approximate development costs O Identify potential funds for acquisition and preliminary development O Identify potential locations and provide recommendation to the City Council Continue to Improve Emergency Preparedness O Conduct the First Annual Emergency Management Academy ® Coordinate an emergency exercise at Easterwood Airport *Three employees complete the DEM Professional Development Series ® Implement the Emergency Information Systems Program Coordinate with Department of Public Safety to Host Introduction to Emergency Management Course PARKS •.: RECREATION DEPARTMENT 1995 ■ GOALS IMPROVE INTERNAL DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES ® Complete computer network system for the department O Implement department work order system ® Implement "No Lost Time" program /Program deleted) O Implement standardized training records program CONTINUE PARK DEVELOPMENT AND IMPROVEMENT ® Complete Thomas and Oaks Park project Complete construction of Wolf Pen Creek rest room and improvements `O Complete construction of Sandstone Park project 0 Complete the design process for Southwood Pool renovation and begin construction O Acquire additional neighborhood park land in Zone 7 and begin design process CONTINUE TO PROMOTE TOURISM 0 Conduct two state and one national softball tournaments ® Host annual pool conference in January ® Host National ASA Umpire's School in March ® Host three TAAF regional meets ® Conduct a minimum of twenty events at Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater G Facilitate the annual Bluebonnet Street Rod rally Assist with the Brazos Valley Balloon Classic, C.S. Fire Department anniversary, and other events ® Bid on future regional, state and national athletic events Market events and facilities on a local, state, and (� national level CONTINUE DEVELOPMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE REPLACEMENT PLAN 0 Continue staff committee (IRRG) to develop inventory of existing facilities with methodology for updating O Develop criteria for repair and replacement standards and schedule for items not covered by Facilities Maintenance 0 Develop budget needs for repair and replacement for items not covered by Facilities Maintenance CONTINUE LONG RANGE PLANNING ® Provide administrative assistance and support for 1995 bond election ® Assist with the completion of the Parks and Recreation Department Master Plan Continue and expand joint -use opportunities with outside agencies Continue to implement the Lincoln Center/Wayne Smith Masterplan O investigate opportunities for neighborhood park facilities for Foxfire and Spring Loop subdivision CONTINUE TO IMPROVE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ® Coordinate renovation of EOC at Central Fire Station ® Review and update City Emergency Management Procedures ® Participate in Hurricane Polly exercise ® Coordinate and participate in a hazardous materials incident exercise ® Attend professional development courses O Conduct a comprehensive analysis of emergency preparedness for the City of College Station ® Objective complete As of December 31,1995 COLLEGE STATION PARKS AND RECREATION GIRLS FAST PITCH HISTORY 1993 S teams 1994 11 teams 1995 20 teams 104 participants 132 participants 206 participants 1996 l As of 2/13/96 we have 17 teams and 144 participants These numbers will change since we have extended registration q, , Co-& � 3/4*'9� v