HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/09/1997 - Regular Agenda Packet - Parks Board CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
PA SAND ' C ATION BOA
GULAR I ETING
SEPTE U ER 9, 1997 -- 7:00 P.M.
CENT 4L PA CONFE NCE ROOM
1000 NEK TAP ROAD
AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes: August 12, August 19, and August 27, 1997
2. Hear Visitors
3. Discussion of Girls Softball Program
4. Lincoln Center and Conference Center Advisory Committee
Appointments
5. Discussion of Parkland Dedication Ordinance
6. Discussion of Parks Master Plan Project
7. Discussion of Fitness Events
8. Board Goals Report
9. Capital Improvement Program Report
10. Board Concerns/Other Business
11. Adjourn
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CITY OF COLLEGE STATI'•rN
1 ,-414 Post Office Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue
College Station,Texas 77842-9960
(409)764-3500
MEMORANDUM
September 5, 1997
TO: Parks &Recreation Board
FROM: Steve Beachy,Director of Parks&Recreation
SUBJECT: ITEMS OF INTEREST
1. TEEN PROGRAMS - The Teen Advisory Board has scheduled several activities for this fall.
These include rock climbing instruction @ the TAMU Student Rec Center, first aid/CPR training,
teen night dance @ J. D. Wells and a skating party @ Wolf Pen Family Recreation Center. Other
activities being considered include camping, canoeing, bowling, intramural sports leagues and a
spring break ski trip. The TAB is also working on plans for seminars related to college and career
selection and the placement of a teen job board @ the high school.
2. TEEN CENTER CLASS PROJECT - A second year design class in the TAMU School of
Architecture has agreed develop conceptual plans for a College Station Teen Center as class
project this fall. The 14 member class will work with a committee of the Teen Advisory Board to
solicit input concerning the utilization of this type of facility. City staff will provide technical
support with base maps, utility locations and other related materials. The project should be
complete in November.
3. ECONOMIC IMPACT STUDY-The Department has committed to participate in a program
being sponsored by the National Recreation & Parks Society under contract with the TAMU
Department of Recreation, Parks and Tourism Sciences that will determine the economic impact of
athletic tournaments on local communities. This study will involve approximately 12 communities
throughout the nation and is being directed by our own Dr. John Crompton. We conducted a"test"
survey during the recent national men's fast pitch softball tournament last month and were able to
determine an estimated economic impact of approximately $164,000 for the 37 team event. The
methodology utilized in this process is significantly different from that which is commonly used by
the tourism industry. This approach produces a more realistic result. The scope of the project is to
measure at least 8 events in 1998 to determine the economic impact on our community
4. X-TRA EDUCATION FALL ENROLLMENT - 214 separate classes are being offered by
the X-TRA Education program this fall. Registration will be on-going until classes begin or
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individual sessions are filled. Classes are available for adults, teens and special classes are
available for youth. The subject matter is very diverse and approximately 575 individuals have
signed upthrough the first week of registration. This compares with a total registration of 475 for
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the 1996 fall program and 872 for spring session and 419 for the summer session that just ended.
S. TEXAS FOREST SERVICE GRANT - The City has received a matching grant from the
Texas Forest Service to assist with the printing of our " Tree Growing Guide for College
Station". The $3,000 grant, along with an equal local contribution, will be used to print
approximately 12,000 of these informative guides for distribution to area residents. The original
edition was printed several years ago and less than 100 copies remain in stock.
6. WOLF PEN CREEK EVENTS - Five public events and one private party are currently
scheduled for the amphitheater this fall. Local favorite, Robert Earl Keen, is scheduled for
September 19th and nationally known recording star, Waylon Jennings, is scheduled for October
10th. A current schedule is included in the packet.
7.WAYNE SMITH BASEBALL PROJECT -The City Council, at their August 28th meeting,
approved the bid for the construction of the new youth baseball facility adjacent to Lincoln Center.
Construction Resource Group of College Station will be the contractor and work is expected to
start soon. A change order was also approved with the bid to reduce the overall cost to meet budget
requirements. The change order does not alter the scope of the project. It includes the substitution
of asphalt paving in lieu of concrete for the parking and drive areas, alternate lighting system for
the parking area and some material changes for the concession building. The completion date is
unknown,however, we have advised the College Station Little League officials that it probably will
not be readyfor the opening of spring play. We hope to have the fields ready for play prior to the
p g end of the 1998 season. A ground breaking ceremony is being planned for later this month and a
formal dedication will be held next year to commemorate the return of youth baseball to this
neighborhood.
8. EMPLOYEE TURNOVER - We have had 13 employees resign from the Department since
May. They have accepted other jobs that offer a chance to improve their professional development.
Leslie Boykin and Bruce Brannon have accepted positions as Directors of Parks & Recreation in
Livingston and Angleton respectively. Kimmie Davis has resigned from Lincoln Center to devote
herself to teaching full time at the Junior High School. Bob Hole and David Wolf have left the
Forestry Division to work with a private firms. Jerry Branham has gone to work for the Irving
Parks &Recreation Departmen .(Ve wish all of these individuals and the others who have left the
Department the best of luck in their new endeavors. They will be missed.
9. CITY ADVISORY BOARD APPRECIATION BANQUET - You will be invited to the
annual appreciation banquet to be held on Tuesday, Sept 23d a@ the Pebble Creek Country Club.
This is the City's way of thanking you for many hours of hard work and dedication on behalf of
our citizens. It also provides an opportunity to meet residents that serve on other Council appointed
boards and committees and learn a little about what they have accomplished during the past year.
The food is good and it is a nice way to spend some time together without having to deal with the
pressures of our normal business meetings.
10. DEPARTMENTAL ASSESSMENTS - Thank you for taking the time to fill out the
assessment sheets passed out at the last meeting. I have enclosed a summary of the Board
comments along with those provided by our key staff.We will utilize this information at our annual
staff retreat later this month to seek ways to improve our operations in the future. Also, it was
suggested by one Board member that a Board retreat might be useful to discuss the various issues
and projects facing the City in the next few years.
11. GIRLS SOFTBALL PROGRAM- College Station Little League has scheduled two public
hearings to receive comments concerning girls softball programs. This is in response to individuals
who are requesting that CSLL offer a girls softball program. These hearings will be @ 7pm in the
College Station Conference Center on Sept 18th and 23d. We will have representatives at the
meeting to answer questions about the program offered by the City and respond to comments or
concerns. The Recreation staff has been working with several of the individuals that have spoken to
the Board in the past and have addressed some of their concerns. The Mayor has asked that this
issue be placed on our next agenda for discussion in response to concerns by Mr. Dennis Jansen. A
copy of his letter is attached along with background information provided by the Staff.
12. LANDFILL SITE - Ric Ploeger and I met with representatives of a planning firm that is
working on design concepts for the current landfill site after it is closed. They will develop
concepts that provide for a variety of recreational uses while maintaining the required conditions
associated with the state and federal regulations. The proposed concepts will be presented to the
Board at a future date for your input. This may require an additional meeting to accommodate
schedules.
13, JOINT MEETING WITH BRYAN-The Bryan Parks &Recreation Board has requested a
joint meeting in October to discuss greenways, alcohol in the parks, teen programs and other areas
of mutual interest. They have offered to host the meeting on our regular scheduled night.
copies: Skip No; City Manager
Tom B ryrmer,Assistant City Manager
Jeff Kersten, Sr. Management Analyst
Ginger Bedner, Human Resources
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Post Office Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue.
College Station,
Texas 77842-9960
(409)764-3500 .
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August 27, 1997
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College Station CityCouncil:
The City of College.Station Comprehensive Plan calls•for 70 additi�r al acres
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of park land in Zone 2. In the Jul 24, Council -meetin You.accepted thee.: -
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5.16 acres generously donated b Mr. and Mrs. Ceorge EdwardeMade :for
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park land. One condition of this specified that the land
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park within five years or propertyownership transfers to:.A&M
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Church. It is Mr. Madeley's desire :that this piece:of property, become a
park. This beautifully l ideallywooded land uthe recreation needs of this
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and few tracts available for park development. ,!
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We are concerned that thep Y pro ert will be developed before the next bund r
program and for this reason believe there is a need to act urgently to acquire
it.
We would like the Cityto purchase.both both r� erties. The resulting 5+ acres . .
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determined after public hearings.
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Parks & Recreation Board
1997 GOALS
Action Plan
Complete acquisition of the athletic park site and develop a master plan
A. Complete property acquisition (Dec, 97)
B. Conduct site visits to selected athletic parks in Texas (Spring, 98)
C. Conduct needs assessment with the Sports and Recreation Association and Parks and
Recreation Board (Spring, 98)
D. Concept preparation by Parks Planning (Summer, 98)
E. Develop budget estimate by Parks Planning Staff or consulting firm if funds allow
(Summer, 98)
2. Help with the review and revision of the mastr,..p!. .n fp.r.1/yo.:.)1f,ren Creek
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D. Complete engineering study (Oct, 97)
E. Present findings to the Tax Increment Finance Board and seek direction (Oct, 97)
F. Incorporate findings and TIF Board recommendations into the revised WPC Master
Plan (Nov, 1997)
G. Develop implementation plan for proposed improvements (Nov, 97)
H. Present recommendation to appropriate advisory boards for review (Dec, 97)
I. Submit revised Wolf Pen Creek Master Plan and recommendations to City Council for
consideration.(Jan, 98)
3. Youth programming for teens
A !3reak fast with Mayor and Teen Advisory Board(Jan, 97)
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11101111111111-0010§IMMOOKI97)E Implement initial teen programs as recommended by the Teen Advisory Board (Jul,
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G. Collaborate with other agencies concerning permanent facility design and joint youth
programs (Fall, 97)
H. Teen Advisory Board provides input to TAMU Architecture class; staff develops cost
estimates based upon concepts (Fall, 97)
I. Develop a needs analysis for future city-wide, indoor recreation facilities in College
Station to avoid duplication of services (Fall, 97)
J. City Council consideration of TAMU class reports and project scope, including
financial estimates (Nov, 97)
K. Solicit request for proposals for design services (Dec, 97)
L. City Council approval of contract for design service an 98)
M. Complete design process and prepare bid documents (May, 98)
4 Implementationof the Lincoln Center/Wqn .. .i.t!..!..r .r.k!y4ter...lin
A Complete design process Ir the baseball complex project(May1 97)
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E. Begin first season (TBA)
5. Implementation..of.the.Sports and Recreation Association
A Approval by Parks and Recreation Board
B. Issue letter to facility users to announce an organizational meeting (Sep, 97)
C. Host organizational meeting (Oct, 1997)
D. Initiate a User's Agreement with all users (Oct, 97)
E. Finalize facility use schedule for 1998 (Nov, 97)
F. Complete all users agreements for 1998 (Dec, 97)
6. Conduct public hearings and oversee design process for Woodway Park
A. Acceptance of additional parkland from Holleman Arms Apartment project (TBA, 97)
B. Process on hold until Melrose Apartments project proceeds with parkland dedication.
C. Alternate would be to negotiate the purchase of the remaining property and proceed
without Melrose.
D. Once acquisition of site is complete, conduct public hearings, develop conceptual
designs and secure Parks & Recreation Board and City Council approval
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C. Develop concepts and present during a public hearing (Oct, 97)
D. Parks Board approval (Nov, 97)
E. Council approval (Dec, 97)
8. Investigate opportunities for apark in Zone 10
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C. Analyze sites to determine best location (Sep, 97)
D. Determine methods for acquisition (Sep, 97)
E. Acquire site (FY 98 pending approval of funding)
9. Design small park that serves the Spring Loop residents
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B. Obtain population density estimates and demographic information (Oct, 97)
C. Develop potential alternatives and recommendations and present findings to the
Board (Nov, 97)
10. Reconsider discgolf.
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C. Develop recommendations for implementation (Aug, 97)
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CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
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CONFERENCE CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
1996-97
MOLLIE GUIN 1605 N. Bluebonnet Circle (h) 693-8351
Chairman College Station, TX (w) 764-5574
(9/98) [3] 77840
ALMA MOLINA 1525 B. Pine Ridge (h) 696-9336
Vice-Chairman College Station, TX (w) 862-1979
(9/98) [2] 77840
EDWIN HOLDREDGE 1118 Ashburn (h) 696-7368
(9/97) [2] College Station, TX
77840
, EILEEN BATHER 1817 Laura Lane (h) 693-6353
(9/98) [3] College Station, TX
77840
JENNIFER PRATT 3180 Cain Rd. #167 (h) 694-2380
(9/97) [1] College Station, TX (w) 845-8509
77845
FRANCENE LAMB P. 0. Box 10063 (h) 764-4551
(9197) [1] College Station, TX (w) 845-6774
77842
BEN MOLINA 1525 B. Pine Ridge (h) 696-9336
College Station, TX (w)
(9/97) [1] 77840
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CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
LINCOLN CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
1996/97
LARRY JOHNSON 803 Val Verde (h) 693-4241
Chairman College Station, TX (w) 764-3611
(9/98) [1] 77840
MALVONEE MERCHANT 1104 Phoenix St (h) 693-7924
(6/97) [1] College Station TX
77840
ELEASE CARTER 134 Luther Apt. 239 (h) 764-6918
(6/97) [2] College Station, TX
77840
R. A. TERRELL 1209 Arizona (h) 693-6227
(6/97) [2] College Station, TX
77840
LINDA PRESTON-SHEPARD 803 Luther W (h) 693-3515
(6/97) [1] College Station, TX
77840
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM
PROJECT STATUS REPORT
SEPTEMBER, 1997
1. WAYNE SMITH BASEBALL COMPLEX
Project Number: PK9505
Budget: $1,230,000 - 1995 Bond
Contract Amount: Design 587,990
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 1996 and the initial meeting
with staff took place on February 27. Designs were completed and have been bid twice
with the last being July 24, 1997. On both occasions bids have come in higher than the
budgeted amount. Staff, the architect, and the low-bid contractor have worked to bring
the project within budget. Changes in the parking lot paving, concession/rest room
building specifications, and the parking lot area lighting have resulted in sufficient
reductions to allow the project to be within budget. The item was approved by Council
on August 28, 1997.
Task: Project Design: November 1996 July 1997
Advertisement&Award: July - August 1997
Complete: June 1998
2. EDELWEISS PARK
Project Number: PK9707
Budget: $25,000
Contract Amount: N/A
Project Manager: Eric Ploeger
Project Design: Parks Planning
Comments/Status: Funding was received through a development agreement with the
develop for landscaping. A tree planting plan is being prepared that will include a drip
irrigation system. The Forestry Division will install approximately forty trees this fall. The
irrigation system was installed in August.
Task: Project Design: June '1997
Advertisement&Award: June 1997
Complete: August 1997 (Irrigation)
April 1998 (Trees)
CIP Report 9/5/97 Page 1 of 3
3. LEMONTREE REST ROOMS
Project Number: PK9314
Budget: $25,000
Contract Amount: N/A
Project Manager: Peter Vanecek
Project Design: Parks Planning
Comments/Status: This project will include a single rest room facility and all utility hook ups.
C&L Concrete of Bryan, TX was the low bid. The project was approved by Council and
construction will begin in July 1997. The project was completed in August 1997.
Task: Project Design: April 1997
Advertisement &Award: May -June 1997
Complete: September 1997
4. Central Park Light Replacement
Project Number: PK9714
Budget: $60,000
Contract Amount: N/A
Project Manager: Curtis Bingham
Project Design:
Comments/Status: Replacement of light fixtures and ballasts. The materials have been
ordered.
Task: Project Design:
Advertisement&Award: November 1997
Complete: January 1998
CIP Report 9/5/97 Page 2 of 3
PARKS PLANNING
CIP SUPPORT PROJECTS
1. COLLEGE STATION LIBRARY
LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION DESIGN
Budget $40,000
Comments/Status: Parks Planning is providing the design for the exterior landscaping
and irrigation design. Construction on this project began in March, 1997.
2. COLLEGE STATION BUSINESS CENTER ($1,500,000)
PHASE !! LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION DEVELOPMENT
Budget: $300,000-400,000
Comments/Status: Preliminary energy/drainage studies are being performed at the present
time. After the engineer completes his plans, then the landscape design will begin.
3. UTILITY BUILDING
LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION DESIGN
Budget: $30,000
Comments/Status: Landscape and irrigation design plans will begin in August, and should
be completed by October 1997.
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Dear,Steve Beachy
I am saying a bigThank-You to you,and your staff at the College Station parks and recreation
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employed Department.I am ed with Federal Express and my legs are crucial to my work.I injured
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knee,and have chosen a conservative approach to recovery involving physical therapy.
As ou recall,I called you in July asking for your assistance in finding a pool in College Station
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With easy access to facilitate my therapy. Steve,you helped me find a pool with easy access and
Checked on me several times. I am so grateful to you and the city of College Station Parks and
Recreation department.
I want to personally let you know that the staff at the Southwood Valley pool is a group
Of young adults that our city can be so proud of! The staff is polite,professional,caring
And always welcome guests with a warm smile! As a citizen of College Station,I believe
The example these folks set can make us all feel good about our Parks and Recreation department.
My recovery will be lengthy,yet,I am returning to work Monday,August 18th 1997.I am
:,.,.. ) absolutely convinced that swimming is a crucial part of my therapy,and there is no better
place in the world to do that than right here in College Station. Once again Steve,Thank-
You!
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Mr. Dennis W. Jansen
1704 Emerald Parkway
College Station, TX 77845
Dear Mr. Jansen:
I have received a copy of your letter to the editor of the Eagle dated August 4, 1997 regarding
girls softball in College Station. I have since noticed that the Eagle did run your letter.
I appreciate your interest in youth sports which is an interest I share with you. With your
permission, and if you have not already done so, I would like to refer your letter to the Council's
Parks &Recreation Board for their consideration. This board consists of Council appointed .
College Station citizens like yourself and are charged with making advisory recommendations to
Council about issues like the ones you raise in your letter. Additonally, it may be that this board
• could facilitate any discussions that need to occur with other groups that are or might be involved
in the future with girls' softball.
I will ask the City Manager to have the Director of Parks &Recreation facilitate this.information
before the Parks &Recreation Board. or any other group(s)they feel is appropriate to be
involved with this issue. At this point in the process, I believe this is the appropriate forum where
your concerns will be given a thorough discussion and consideration.
Again,thanks for sharing your letter with me and I look forward to hearing how your discussions
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George K. Noe, City Manager
Steve Beachy, Dir. of Parks & Recreation
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LE'TTER.TO THE COLLEGE STATION LITTLE LEAGUE, COLLE
CITY GOVERNMENT, AND CITIZENS OF COLLEGE STATION 0
EISubmitted for publication in the Bryan-College Station Eagle.
As a spectator, a parent, and an amateur coach in a variety of sports, I certainly enjoyed
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on oin achievements of our local Little League baseball and softball teams. The Eagle and
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the local TV station gave widespread coverage to the local Little League playoffs, in which all-
star teams met in double-elimination tournaments to see who would represent our area in
sectional tournaments. The College Station and Bryan boys baseball teams, and the Bryan girls
fastpitch softball teams, received wide coverage, and several teams had and are having successful
runs at sectional and state championships, and beyond. This is quite exciting for the young men
and women involved in these affairs.
Yet something is missing. Where are the College Station girls? Why is it that they too
were not represented in these activities? The answer, it seems, is complicated. The simplest
answer is that the College Station Little League Board of Directors has refused to charter a girls
fastpitch softball league. Why? Opinions vary and are no doubt subject to rumor, misquotation,
and a variety of"spin."
} softball program, "City
argue that there is a College Station Parks &Rec girls p gr
League," and hence no need and no demand for a Little League program. Yet anyone familiar
isinferior the College Station City League knows full well that: (a) the quality of play to
Little League; (b) the number of teams falls off dramatically with the age of the girls, and
discouragement with the poor quality of play is part of the problem, and (c)the overall experience.
in terms of playing time, publicity, number of other teams, and post-season possibilities is inferior
to Little League. Regarding the last point, the College Station girls play a shorter schedule, with
a shorter scheduled time for each individual game as well as fewer games, against a shorter list of
opposing teams, League than do the Little boys in College Station or the Little League girls in •
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Bryan. Finally, there is no post-season.play in College Station, except this year a purely internal.
tournament to cap off the season. There is no chance to go on to sectionals, or state, or national
tournaments.
Others add to the above the argument that there is a shortage of fields in College Station,
so adding a successful Little League softball program would take away fields from other .
demanders; This argument seems wrongheaded on several counts, not least of which is
discrimination by gender in providing city facilities to our children.
Finally, there have been rumors of active College Station Parks and Rec opposition to girls
Little League. There have been claims that College Station employees have threatened the loss of
fields or the loss of services in maintaining fields for Little League baseball in the event that Little
League sponsors softball teams. As a citizen and taxpayer, as well as a concerned parent, I trust
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these rumors are false. No city employee, paid by tax dollars, should be threatening a non-profit
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organization to prevent them from offering equal opportunities to all genders mentioned in their
constitution (and the College Station Little League constitution expressly allows chartering of
both baseball and softball teams).
I would add the following about demand for College Station Little League. Currently
quite a few girls "vote with their feet" and play in the Bryan Little League instead of playing in the
College Station City League. We are lucky to have the cooperation of the Bryan Little League to
serve these girls, whom are denied such opportunities in their home town. Other girls have opted
out of local league play altogether, including some whom are very interested in softball and play
on local ASA traveling teams. These girls are discouraged by the lack of teams and lack of
quality in the College Station operation. Many of these discouraged players, as well as many
College Station girls currently playing on Bryan teams, have indicated an interest in playing on
College Station Little League softball teams. This is understandable;.they prefer to play on teams
with their friends and with a more convenient location for practice and home games. This is to
take nothing away from Bryan Little League. We should be grateful to them for giving College
Station girls the opportunity to play on their teams.
I don't know how we have gotten to this point. There seems to be various diverse
interests at stake, including certain ownership interests on the part of College Station employees
in maintaining city control over girls softball. Yet we should be asking what is best for the girls.
Little League offers tremendous advantages that the city of College Station cannot offer on its •
own. The most important advantage is the chance to play against a large number of teams from
the highly successful Bryan Little League program. Bryan Little League has extensive inter-
league play, and College Station could ask to join these arrangements. This means that College
Station teams can find numerous teams with which to schedule games, even if there are only a
handful of College Station teams. (This is a real plus for the older girls, as the College Station.
City League had only 2 or 3 teams in some age groups). The second advantage is that Little
League provides for both recreational and competitive purposes in one package. In Little League
there are two seasons, the regular season and all-stars. The first season is developmental and
recreational, with quite a number of games and explicit rules requiring that everyone gets to play, - .
and rules requiring use of a number of pitchers, helping encourage girls to develop that important
skill. The second season, the"all-star" playoff season, involves selecting girls to play on an all-
star team for the playoffs. This playoff season is the one that has received so much media
attention for both girls and boys in recent weeks. The third advantage is the ability of College
Station Little League to draw on its experience in running a highly successful boys program, and
to draw on the Bryan experience with girl's Little League, to get the program off and running. I
have no doubt that the College Station girl's softball Little League program would be as
successful as the Bryan Little League program if the girls in College Station are just given the
chance. Participation would grow rapidly as College Station joined our Bryan neighbors in the
enjoyment of a wonderful sports tradition.
I have also heard directly from a city official that College Station and Bryan are different,
that College Station kids are not as focused on athletics, Balderdash! College Station boys
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compete successfully with Bryan in Little League -- it is the College Station team advancing to
state,and beyond this year. Why are the College Station girls not given the same opportunities?
I see this as an issue of gender equality. I also see it as an issue of wise and equitable
expenditure of city resources and of College Station Little League time and resources. Let's give
College Station girls the same opportunities as College Station boys, the same opportunities as
Bryan girls. It's the right thing to do.
Sincerely,
Dennis W. Jansen
College Station
NOTE: If you edit this letter I request a chance to review and approve any changes.
Contact Information:
Dennis W. Jansen
1704 Emerald Pkwy
College Station TX 77845
Work: 845-7358;Fax: 847-8757
Home: 764-8976 or 696-8662
email: d-jansen@tamu.edu
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•.' Discussion of ■ is softball has been placed on .the'agenda for the September 9th xneetin :of the,Parks `and :=n' Y•t
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Recreation Board. The meet g will be held .conference roomof the Parks &Recreation ogce.m Central. '•.
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Park starting at 7pm. This item will beeer the begngo the agenda for your conve 'l
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The Board has discussed this issue many times over the past few years and.we have addressed sever• al:413.e4011«E :M• .,
concerns raised in past meetings. The City does not oppose College Station Little League offe ring a girls.,Soft.ball :- { k f'�,a,
if that is what the majorityof the participants want. However, we" are concerned with. two•programs - ','`
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being offered to the same market with limited resources to support them. Surveys conducted in 1996 to seek'�lnput' : �: ,,.f=
about future operation of College Station:girls rls softball:indicated that the majorityof theartici ants..wanted to :'•ti i*t`. 0,:ii4
remain with the existing program.We also received some comments about changes in`the league" ,:structure;related ;`,°';''.rtf;3i:''4
f f to game schedules and post season play: Adjustments were made in the 1997 program na�respo�se: these �#��. r
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'- --/ suggestions. The regular season was expanded from 8 games to 10 games and a double elimination.tournaii eiit�.�:: ,. , -
was added. �;
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I asked our Recreation Supt to respond to your stated,concerns and I have enclosed:the information:that:•shot . t yE :-_l,
prepared. One interesting item was that we-did•have one 12 & under team, the Brazos Vall.ey,'Heat ::v in`the- : +��',•.-:'ori
Amateur Softball Association double elimination State tournament." They competed in the national� . i .. • il
tournament:�n.". : :.�
Midland on August 5 - 10th where they finished in the middle of the"standings out of 72 teams from'th'ouughout ;.
the nation.
We want to provide the best program possible for girls softball players in the community.We are•=willing to-make x,',.=i•',,•,,•.`: _.:A
improvements and changes in.the program that reflect the Wishes of the majority of the participants. Two.'publie_:'::L: . :k'-' :14).'
hearings have been scheduled by the College Station Little League organization concerning girls so:fball.::The r ,4, Ai
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will be held at the College Station Conference Center at 7pm on September 18th and 23d. Inputfrom:that eetrig � `''• =
will be used to make decisions concerning future programs •I
Thank you for your comments and concerns. - . ,
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COLLEGE STATION,TEXAS 77842-9960
August 14, 1' I (409)764-3773
Memorandum
To: Steve Beachy,Director Of Parks and Recreation
From: Linda Waltman,Recreation Superintendent
Subject: Response to Mr. Jansen's letter regarding Girls Softball in College Station
I have reviewed Mr. Jansen's letter concerning girls softball in College Station. It seems that the best
response is to simply provide information on the girls softball programs we do offer here in College
Station.
Brief History:
The College Station Parks and Recreation Department began offering a girls softball program in 1993.
Prior to this slowpitch and fastpitch leagues were offer by two different organizations run by volunteer
parent groups. Although the volunteer parent organizations had made a good attempt at organizing and
running the league,the leagues were declining due to low participation numbers. The boards approached
.... the City to ask that they take over the running of the girls leagues. The City was glad to do so, and
through patience, hard work, and a"no quit attitude the participation numbers are up and the league is
successfully operating.
League Information:
Currently we offer three seasons of girls softball
Fastpitch February--May Fee: $30/$20/$10
Slowpitch May-July Fee: $30/$20/$10
Fastpitch September-November Fee: $301$201$10
Changes made to the 1997 College Station program due to consumer input:
Increased the number of games played per season. We now offer 10(vs. 8)regular season
games,with a double elimination tournament at the end of the season,thus 12 games granted
per season.
Added the post season tournament for additional tournament play,as requested. •
Register teams so that they have the,option of attending ASA and TAAF State and National
Tournaments(One of our 12&Under ASA;teams won the ASA State Tournament,which was
held in our community,and advanced to the ASA National Tournament in Midland,Texas where •
they competed against 72 other teams from:around the United States.).
Offered coaches clinics.
Offered additional player instruction clinics.
Brought in US Olympic Coaches and Players.
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Older age groups teams have played other area teams(similar to inter league play in Bryan LL)
Held registration with CS Little League for customer convenience
We have continued to host ASA State and Invitational tournament in our community to benefit
our local teams as well as for the economic benefit to our community.
City Staff:
In Mr. Jansen's letter he comments that the third advantage to a.CSLL run program would the ability of
the CSLL to "draw on its own experience in running a highly successful boys program, to get the girls
program off and running". The College Station parks.and Recreation Athletic staff have years'of
experience at league organization and operation. In addition, the staff has successfully hosted numerous
• regional, state and national tournaments. There is little, if any comparison one can make to this
professional staff that we are so lucky to have here in College Station. As you know they are constantly
evaluating and making changes.to leagues and programs to seek "a better way" and to "meet customer
needs". From the previous list it is clear that we do listen to the customer and make every attempt to
provide services requested.
Other Notations:
In Mr. Jansen's letter(paragraph number three)he states that the City League is inferior to Little League
because, "the number of teams falls off dramatically with the age of the girls and that poor quality of play•
'is part of the problem", he goes on to say(paragraph number 7) that a real plus for CSLL run program
would be so that the older girls could play in an"inter-league"play with Bryan LL. As stated previously
we have had our"older girls" play against, "inter-league" if you will with area ASA teams. This is no
different than what he suggests. As far as the"quality of play",I find it hard to believe that the"quality of
play would be so different in the two organizations,,hove zrer I,bio know that there must be some level of
"quality of play"or we would not have had our 12 and Under.Itearn win the ASA State Championship and
advance ori to Nationals. .
We have never threatened to take away fields from the Little League organization in the event that they
sponsor softball teams. Everyone that had attended any,Little League board meeting or several. Parks
Board meetings would know that we have simply stated that we would continue to offer our program
because all were in agreement that it was meeting the girls needs. •
We agree with him that kids are kids, and that there is no difference in the desires of the kids in either
town, therefore whatever"City Official" he speaks of in paragraph 8 of his letter was not a Recreation
• Employee. Our girls softball teams like the Bryan girls softball teams have competed successfully locally
and state wide.
In Summary:
What is important for all to remember is that there are differences in both programs, Little League and
ASA/City League. Our program keeps in mind,the recreational player but also provides opportunities for
the competitive player. I am sure, in their own way•so does the Little League program. It is the American
way to offer people choices and let them make up their own minds. Through our participant survey as
well as parent surveys it appears that we are meeting the needs and that the customer is satisfied with our
program. In addition,our participation numbers continue to increase another indication that"we must be
doing something right" . .
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1993 8 teams • . 104 participants
1994 11 teams 132 participants
1995 20 teams 206 participants
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Spring 97 (fastpitch)
8 &U 10 teams 84 participants
10 &YJ 6 teams 78 participants
12 &U 4 teams `,gin `. 45•participants
14& 3 teams 32 participants
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23 teams 239 participants
Sumner 97 (slowpitch)
. 8 &U 6 teams 62 participants
10 &U 4 teams 48.participants
12 &U 5 teams 59 participants
15 teams 169 participants
Fail 97 (fastpitch)
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How did you find out about the league: Flier from school -- 48
TV -- .-- p
Newspaper - 13
Friend 18
Other -- - 10
Can you think of any other ways to advertise our program at little or no cost?
You could use the school marquee.
* PSA's.
* CNN Headline News local edition.
* Through the College Station Interest page.
* Poster at retailers.
* How about Bryan schools?
* School Athletic Dept.; T.V. spots. •
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* Neighborhood signs or fliers.
Local business (i.e. Play It Again Sports, Golf Shops, etc.).
Contact school P.B. teachers.
* Put fliers on bulletin boards at churches, grocery stores, etc.
2. Are you satisfied with the way registration is being handled?
A. Very Satisfied - 35
B. Satisfied • - 46
C. Dissatisfied - 1
D. Very Dissatisfied- 0
If dissatisfied, what suggestion(s) do you have to make it more convenient for you:
* Coaches are the worst.
* Get info about teams to coaches sooner.
* Somewhere besides Central Park. Maybe coordinate with Little League.
* Need more late night registration times.
* Could repeat players register by mail.
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3. Circle the way you would like to see our teams formed:
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( A. current system (in order of priority -- age, pitchers/catchers, school, zone)
request are granted if they fit the system-- 45
B. random selection(in order of priority-- age, pitchers/catchers, fielders) - 10
C. let each player,select 1 friend to play with and the 2 players must identify
each other on their entry form, then use the random selection to complete
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the formation of the team- 9
D. try-outs (coaches watch each players skills and select team members on a
draft basis) -- 19
E. other- 4
* Current system-fun to play with friends; need to balance age groups.
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Tryouts-maybe for older, but not 10&under.
* Keep teams together within age bracket.
* Too manycoaches have too manyof their tournament players on their
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teams; making some teams have too many unskilled players. Ex. Mustangs.
What about school teams?
By neighborhood or schools.
* Play for fun and experience=equal teams, equal chance.
* . Current system for grades up to 6th, then tryouts for older ages. • •
4. Please circle the format you would like to have the most: •
A. compact 8 game season (currently in use) - 35
B. 10 game season (subject to fee change) - 10
C. 12 game season (subject to fee change) -
D. 14 game season (subject to fee change) -3
B. .compact 8 game season with an end of the season double elimination
tournament
guaranteed 10 games (subject to fee change) -- 30
P. other- 2
I think there should be more than one game per week and/or more frequent
practices. There have been several weeks where we have only met as a
team once! Girls cannot learn the game like this!
* Only if teams are more even in skills!
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8 game for coach-pitch/t--ball; 12 game for older groups.
' 2 games/week without emptyweeks; more practices throughout season.
"All star" type end of season tournament.
5. Are.you in favor of the rule that requires all players who attend the games to bat
and play a minimum of 2 innings per game? A. yes - 84 B. no -- 2
They pay their money just like everyone else.
Would like to see girls rotated in positions to gain experience in the
younger leagues.
Like to have about even innings at end of year.
' I think theyshould have to attend practice as well.
Only if they attend the majority of practices.
But I believe they should also attend a majority of practices.
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6. Which do you prefer?
(A) volunteer coaches to teach all participants the e game of softball -- 71
(B) volunteer coaches to be more interested in competition(winning) .. 12
Fun and learning the game are the only things that matter at this age and in
this league!
Younger leagues for fun and older leagues for competition.
Combination of both; coaches should help girls more with techniques.
A balance of both.
7. which do you prefer?
(A) teams to have as many practices as they want- 38
(B) all teams get an equal amount ofp ractice sessions - 38
8. Did you attend a clinic held by Bob Brock(Texas A&M Softball Coach)? •
A. yes - 50 B. no -- 33
If yes, were you satisfied with the clinic? A. Very Satisfied .. 23
• B. Satisfied -- 24
C. Dissatisfied - 7
D. Very Dissatisfied-
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issatisfied-Thank you very much!
It was not advertised as being all day; poor communication.
Did not learn much; maybe if different levels of technique for the more
experienced.
* Daughter was disenchanted. It was long, too many girls and only covered
basics. Maybe different clinics for each age group with different intensity
and technique instruction.
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* It should be for older kids (5th & above) or separated by age.
* The girls enjoyed what they were taught. It was not organized because of
lack of communication.
* It was good for the older girls; a little too advanced for the younger ones.
* Needs to be better organized.
* Poor communication about the nature and time commitment of the clinic;
the girls had fun though, and learned allot; a shorter clinic would be better .
for younger girls.
9. Are you in favor of allowing pitchers to pitch as much as they like, or should they
be limited to a certain amount of innings per week?
A. Unlimited innings - 31
B. Limited innings .w 49
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* Limited innings; you don't want a child to hurt their arm:
* More than one girl should pitch in a game; this would give others a chance •
to learn to pitch and seems more fair to one-relying on only one pitcher sets
up resentment and if they're absent, the team is in trouble!
* Uncertain; one good pitcher currently dominates the league, but nobody
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* Limited innings need to be enforced.
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* Unlimited innings at the coach's discretion.
* All girls should be given opportunity to pitch and play different positions.
* Please be sure to have either a T or coaches pitch after 4 balls from child
pitcher; last year the walks were terrible to watch and no fielding for girls!
* They should let all girls try in the practice sessions because there might be
hidden talent.
* For health reasons; limited innings because pitching is•hard on the muscles
at this age.
1 QN • Are you satisfied with the way we are handling pictures?
A. Very Satisfied - 20
B. Satisfied - 55 .
C. Dissatisfied - �-
D. Very Dissatisfied- 1
If dissatisfied, what suggestion do you have to make pictures better:
* It's worked the best ever.
.... ) * Try to schedule picture taking on a day when they are not practicingor
playing a game.
* If early in day, have practice following.
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When weather conditions are not favorable, reschedule. Too strict on when
pictures are taken.
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* Pictures are a waste.
* Pictures aren't really necessary, I feel.
* Need more notification for date in whichP ictures are taken.
* The only time I am dissatisfied is when the pictures are not ready until after
the season; this happens only rarely, but is very inconvenient.
* Need a shade or shady area; all girls were squinting!
* Should schedule picture day on a game day to help picture attendance.
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Opening ceremony where pictures could be taken and riled all Saturday.
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(B) record the standings and give out awards to 1st and 2nd place teams - 32
* Depends on age-older girls need to have something to strive for.
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12. Overall, how would you rate your satisfaction with this program?
rr.. A. Very Satisfied - 28
B. Satisfied 53
C. Dissatisfied -- 3
D. Very Dissatisfied- o
* Teams are too uneven in terms of skill levels.
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* If possible, screen coaches for positive attitude/ability to work well with
children/teach fundamentals of game in a fun atmosphere.
13. How do you prefer that future leagues are organized and operated?
A. The program continues to be Operated by the College Station Parks and
Recreation Department. - 71.
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* Don't like Little League rules; not like high school/college fast pitch!
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f , stated philosophy to the effect that winning is not an emphasis-at their level!
* I am dissatisfied with the way that certain coaches were able to obtain
players from another team just because they knew people in the Parks Dept.
If there is to be a random selection, then it should be done with the coaches
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The rest of the program was done well. The pitching clinic was excellent.. .
I do not like the 4 run rule. I would like to see it go back to the 7 run rule or
play until there is 3 outs.
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Operated by the Little League organization for equal monies to be spent on
both leagues.
At least(the very least) a girl's little league that can develop these kids.
Definitely the College Station Parks Department.
I don't mind either. Have experienced both and both do a good.job. •
* I would like to see scoreboards for the girls, like.Little League has. •
I very strongly prefer C.S. PARD organize league. Our experience with
Little League has shown them to be very unorganized , too competitive and
to have poor communication to participants.
Practice fields need restrooms; real restrooms, not port-a-potties. •
Never to Little League!—Geared too much to winning, all-stars. Not enough
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Whichever would make it best for the players.
Having experience with both, C.S. PARD does a much better job; less
politics.
We need to have closer background checks of our coaches. Absolutely no
smoking should be allowed at any Little League games around our kids.
Operated by Little League but with-ASA rules.
PARTICIPANTS SURVEY
Are you having fun playing softball this season? YES -- 149 NO -
Are you getting to play a lot? YES -- 149 NO -
Are you learning anything about softball? YES - 126 NO -- 13
Do you like your team? • YES -- 147 NO --
Would you like to play more games? YES - 145 No - 4
If you attended Bob Brocks clinic
,did you have fun and learn about softball? YES - 105 NO - 10 .
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Powell Robinson
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August 11, 1997
Presented to College Station Little League Board of Directors
Request for Chartering
College Station Little League Girl's Fast Pitch Softball
Background
This past year was a great one for Little League in the Brazos Valley. The Eagle reported the excitement
beginning with opening ceremonies and continuing through All Star play. The College Station National
Major Boys had a spectacular year winning the state title and competing for a slot in the LL World Series.
Over in Bryan,Little League girl's All Star teams slugged it out with the winner advancing to district.
Cars were decorated cheering on their respective teams. What a festive and exciting time it was for these
youths.
However,the College Station girl's sat on the sidelines having been denied the right to join the action
with their friends and represent College Station against their peers in Bryan,Franldin,Madisonville,
Hearne,Waco,and other surrounding communities. Instead they were given three choices:
(1) Traveling to Bryan and play in Bryan North's division,
(2) Play in the College Station City League,or
(3) Stay home.
All three of these are inferior choices when compared to the opportunities offered to College Station boys,
and other youth in neighboring communities.
Proposal
We propose that College Station Little League promote girl's fast pitch softball just as they have the boys'
program:no more and no less. This would entail:
1. Including information about the girls'program in all advertisements and registration notifications;
2. Establishing board positions for the girls'program;
3. Chartering girls'teams to play in College Station as a league when numbers permit,and to inter
league with Bryan teams when necessary;
4. Selection of an All Star team to represent each girls'age group;
5. Assigning the girls'program their share of responsibility in fund raising and promotion of College
Station Little League;
6. Establish a spirit of cooperation to work with concerned parents to get the program started this
coming season.
7. Be willing to incur some inconveniences in the short term in order to promote the long term benefit of
college station youth.
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Why Do We Want Little League
1. The LL organizational structure provides an ability to inter league during the regular season in order
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to maintain a critical mass of teams. This is not true in CS city league. For example, in CS City
League last year there were only two teams in the 13-15 age group these teams joined with Iola for a
total of three teams-NOT ENOUGH TO MAKE A LEAGUE. With the inter league capability of LL
these two teams could have merged with other LL divisions. The structure is readily available to
make this happen in Little League. For example,in Bryan last year inter leaguing resulted in two
leagues of 7 and 8 teams,respectively for 13-15 year olds. Hence,when numbers are tight,LL has a
structure for obtaining a critical mass. This is important because as girls' get older their participation
numbers naturally fall due to other interests. College Station has only had 4-5 teams in the 11-12 age
groupfor the past several years and 2-3 teams in the 13-15 age group. These are not enough teams
to keep the league viable.
2. Little League provides both a recreational and competitive format for the players. Regular league
play is suitable for beginner while more experienced players aid in their development. More
experienced players provide a leadership role during the regular season and compete for slots on the
All Star teams. The All Star teams are an integral component of maintaining the more experienced
players' dedication to the league,and a reward for their off season developmental efforts which often
include hitting,pitching,and position clinics. While during regular season everyone does battle for
the league championship,All Star play provides an even greater incentive for player development and
continued participation in the program. The older player usually make up the majority of the All Star
team.
3. It is very import to recognize the importance of player development in fast pitch softball. For
example,learning to be a pitcher requires numerous hours of practice spanning years. Itis the
reward of All Star play that makes this investment payoff for many girls. Without All Star play the
trend in College Station City League play is for the better players to drop out of the league and either
} pursue Bryan Little League or tournament team play. These options are not available for all girls as
many are intimidated to play in Bryan where they do not know anyone,and tournament ball is very
expensive from both a time and dollar perspective. The result is that the quality of level of play in the
city league suffers. Without good pitchers the league is diminished even further resulting in a
downward spiral of quality,attrition,and frustration. The organizational structure of the College
Station City League does not adequately provide a format for developing the girls' critical skills
necessary to keep the league viable, or to prepare for competing at the high school level.
3. After 5 years of existence the College Station City League had been unable to establish itself as a
viable alternative for all age groups. While the league is doing fine for younger girls',it appears to be
getting worse for girls or ages 11 and older. Of the 15 girl's that requested to play CS Little League
last year and were denied. Only 3 were willing to play CS city league and their experiences were not
most disappointing. Six played ball at Bryan North and most were impressed with the LL
organization and format,and 6 sat out. The girls who played at North are committed to getting LL
going in College Station. . These girls' have been left without an adequate program in which to
develop while CS boys get to compete all the way up to the College World Series.
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POST OFFICE BOX 9960
COLLEGE STATION,TEXAS 77842-9960
August 14, ' 1 (40 764-3773
Memorandum
To: Steve Beachy,Director of Parks and Recreation
From: Linda Waltman,Recreation Superintendent
Subject: Response to Mr.Jansen's letter regarding Girls Softball in College Station
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I have reviewed Mr. Jansen's letter concerning girls softball in College Station. It seems that the best
response is to simply provide information on the girls softball programs we do offer here in College
Station.
Brief History:
The College Station Parks and Recreation Department began offering a girls softball program in 1993.
Prior to this slowpitch and fastpitch leagues were offer by two different organizations run by volunteer
parent groups. Although the volunteer parent organizations had made a good attempt at organizing and
running the league, the leagues were declining due to low participation numbers. The boards approached
the City to ask that they take over the running of the girls leagues. The City was glad to do so, and ..
through patience, hard work, and a"no quit" attitude the participation numbers are up and the league is
successfully operating.
League Information: .
Currently we offer three seasons of girls softball
Fastpitch February-May Fee: $30/$20/$10
Slowpitch May-July Fee: $30/$201$10
Fastpitch September-November Fee: $30/$201$10
Changes made to the 1997 College Station program due to consumer input:
Increased the number of games played per season. We now offer 10(vs.8)regular season
games,with a double elimination tournament at the end of the season,thus 12 games granted
per season.
Added the post season tournament for additional tournament play,as requested.
Register teams so that they have the option of attending ASA and TAAF State and National
Tournaments(One of our 12&Under ASA teams won the ASA State Tournament,which was
held in our community,and advanced to the ASA National Tournament in Midland,Texas where
they competed against 72 other teams from around the United States.).
Offered coaches clinics. ,
Offered additional player instruction clinics.
Brought in US Olympic Coaches and Players.
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Held registration with CS Little League for customer convenience
We have continued to host ASA State and Invitational tournament in our community to benefit
our local teams as well as for the economic benefit to our community.
City Staff: •
In Mr. Jansen's letter he comments that the third advantage to a CSLL run program would the ability of
the CSLL to "draw on its own experience in running a highly successful boys program, to get the girls
program off and running '. The College Station Parks and Recreation Athletic staff have years of
experience at league organization and operation. In addition, the staff has successfully hosted numerous
regional, state and national tournaments. There is little, if any comparison one can make to this
professional staff that we are so lucky to have here in College Station. As you know they are constantly
evaluating and making changes.to leagues and programs to seek "a better way" and to "meet customer
needs". From the previous list it is clear that we do listen to the customer and make every attempt to
provide services requested.
Other Notations:
In Mr. Jansen's letter(paragraph number three)he states that the City League is inferior to Little League
because,"the number of teams falls off dramatically with the age of the girls and that poor qua l i ty of play
ispart of the problem", hegoes on to say(paragraph number 7) that a realplus for CSLL run program� � P � P gram'
would be so that the older girls could play in an"inter-league" play with Bryan LL. As statedY reviousl g h4
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we have had our"older girls" play against, "inter-league" if you will with area ASA teams. This is noV„bil1
y\b‘' different than what he suggests. As far as the"quality of play",I find it hard to believe that the"quality of Al‘6
play would be so different in the two organizations,,however I do know that there must be some level of
"quality of play"or we would not have had our 12 and Under-team win the ASA State Championship and
advance on to Nationals. . . L i
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We have never threatened to take away fields from the Little League organization in the event that theyie)11!1 - i:
sponsor softball teams. Everyone that had attended any.Little League board meeting or several Parks 1 A 114)/Y
Board meetings would know that we have simply stated that we would continue to offer our program ti
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because all w re in agreement that it was meeting the girls needs.
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We agree wi him that kids a kids, and that there is no difference in the desiresof
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town, therefore whatever"City Official" he speaks of in paragraph 8 of his letter was not a Recreation
Employee. Our girls softball teams like the Bryan girls softball teams have competed successfully locally
and state wide. � / /e4i ‘e' 1° no-/d' einAie, ei/9 /ea . - 'W
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What is important for-all to remember is that there are differences in both programs, Little League and
ASAICity League. Our program keeps in mind.the rerrea tional player but also provides opportunities for
the competitive player. I am sure,in their own way*so does the Little League program. It is the American
way to offer people choices and let them make up their own minds. Through our participant survey as ev
well as parent surveys it appears that we are meeting the needs and that the customer is satisfied with our i
program. In addition, our participation numbers continue to increase ncrease another indication that"we must be Pie, 45/1 f I r
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round with victories aver the Sugar Land Outlaws,the Jennifer Liebengc vd, Lacy Kuder,Audrey Lerv, Layne
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1993 8 teams 104 participants
1994 11 teams 132 participants
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March 24, 1997
Dear PATRIOTS:
Brie Carter, Randi Eastep, Marah Fry, Nola Fry, Lindi Grail
Marcie Greenbaum, Katie Guest, Layne Nelson :,..
Lindsey Robinson, Amanda Tyler, Jayme Wakefield
and Kalie Williams
Our first practice will be on Monday, March 31, 1997. Enclosed is a map to the
practice field and a massage to the Players and Parents of the 1997 Bryan North
PATRIOTS. Come prepared to practice, because our first game is on Saturday, April 19,
1997. The players currently playing on Bryan/College Station High School girl softball
teams will join us after their season is over.
Kenneth Wakefield&Ira Greenbaum
I 5 Brie Carter 731-8313 /5Randi Eastep 693-7507
/5 Marah Fry 846-3549 1 13 Nola Fry 846-3549
)11 Lindi Grail 776-0698 J
6 Marcie Greenbaum 846-2494
15 Katie Guest 776-0932 1,5 Layne Nelson 776-8659
13 Lindsey Robinson 693-3575 a Amanda Tyler 846-0857
I 5- Jayme Wakefield ) 776-0539 13 Katie Williams
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. .i NORTH I . HARVEY BONHAM WEST EAST * CEREMONY
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6 :001 8 : 00 6 : 001 8 : 00 6 : 001 8 : 00 6 :001 8 : 00 . 6 : 001 8 : 00 * 1-2 3 :30
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22 4-2 8-6 2-3
23 5-7 2-
24 1-4 5-8 3-1 ' 6-2
25 2'. 4. 6-7
28 4- Kv\c'cl4Pki\-6
29 TAAS , HARVEY
30 TAAS v5-A101411,4-i5
M 1 TAAS 60.44-53 ,1
$1.-5 3 -7 :, 6-2 8-4 2-1 4-6 7-3 644/Wzgaj14l1e°
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5 $2-8 7-1 2-5 3-4 7-6 v7-gligLt;
6 - $4-6
7 1-8 1-4 3-6 8- Et:le- Polt A'i'd
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9 ' 7-4 2-7 5-1
12 $2-7 6-1 4-5
13 . $4-5 Al-,3i 3-2 6-1
14 4-7
i 9 2-4 5-7 • 1-3
L )i7.7.. i 6-8 2-6 7-5 '
19 1-2 _ 6-7
20 , $2-1 .14....4 6-5 8-7 5-4
21 3-7
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26 BHS
27 FINAL
28 EXAMS
29 1-7 • 6-4 4-3 7-1
30 $3'-'5";Z 8-2 . 6-5
J. 2 1-5 ' 3-4 7-2 TEAM LISTED
$4-8 2-6 WiM 5-1 FIRST IS
4 . 4-1 7-6 HOME TEAM
7-6 5-3
6 '1-4 ; ' 5-8 6-3
1494 d1-4, 71 ' 8-7 2-4 5-3 HOME TEAM
10 1-2 5-6 SITS IN 1ST
11 2-1 5-6 BASE DUGOUT
12 $2-4 6-8
7-5 1-7 6-4
$ DENOTES HOME TEAM MUST LINE (CHALK) THE FIELD AT LEAST 15 MINUTES
BEFORE- THE 6 : 00 GAME.
Recreational Sports Association Invitees
Initial Meeting
September 30, 1997-- 7:00 p.m.
Ronald Carter Terry Thigpen
College Station Little League Pony League Baseball
P. O. Box 9041 P. O. Box 9960
College Station Texas 77842 College Station Texas 77842
Mark Longwell Luis Cifuentes
Brazos Valley Fall Baseball League Youth Soccer Association
3953 Robin Trail 712 Willow Loop
College Station Texas 77845 College Station Texas 77845
Randy Lee K. C. Donnelly
Outlaws Baseball Brazos Magic Soccer Club
8113 Butler Ridge Drii 5 Feather Run
College Station Texas r ff,(j Lege Station Texas 77840
Juan Vasquez-Aril ky Jones
Aggieland Soccer Leal bitAA CS Women's Tennis League
305 Highlands Street Aster
College Station Texas ------------- lege Station Texas 77845
Ross Rogers Bob Leland
C. S. Independent School District College Station Bryan Aquatics
2118 Welsh 1028 Walton Drive
College Station Texas 77842 College Station Texas 77840
Karl Kapchinski Keith Hollingshead
Colt League Baseball Dept. of Recreation, Parks &Tour. Sci.
1517 Bluebonnet Drive Texas A&M University
College Station Texas 77840 College Station Texas 77843
Julian McMurrey
3400 Mustang Lane
College Station Texas 77840
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THE COLLEGE STATION RECREATIONAL SPORTS ASSOCIATION
Mission.
The purpose of the College Station Recreational Sports Association shall be to coordinate and
foster the planned activities of the various independent athletic organizations and city-
sponsored leagues, in an effort to provide the citizens of College Station with the opportunity
to participate in quality amateur sports programs on or in quality athletic facilities.
Name
The name of the association shall be "The College Station Recreational Sports Association;"
hereafter referred to as the "Association."
Membership
1. Membership shall consist of one representative appointed by each recreation/sports
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organization within the City of College Station which desires to use facilities under the
jurisdiction of the College Station Parks and Recreation Department/Parks and
.Recreation 13oard. The appointed representative must have the authority to make
binding decisions on behalf of the represented organization with respect to facility use,
scheduling and overall involvement. Any organization desiring to use athletic facilities
requiring a user's agreement with the City of College Station must be represented in the
Association.
2. New organizations desiring membership in the Association must petition and meet with
the Association ninety (90) days prior to the meeting at which membership is conferred
or denied. Each organization must have Association approval for scheduled use of city
athletic facilities for either practice or games.
3. Minimum membership requirements for an organization include the following:
a) a written constitution and governing bylaws
b) a roster of officers
c) a current financial report
d) evidence of serving primarily the citizens of College Station
e) a representative,who must be a reputable citizen of College Station. If the president,
or other designated primary director, of the organization/club is not a citizen of
College Station, the president may attend meetings as an ex-officio member, but the
organization representative must also be in attendance.
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4. The appointed Chair of the Association shall be a veteran member of the College Station
Parks and Recreation Board, appointed for a two-year term by that board. For the first
year of the term, the Chair must concurrently be a member of the Parks and Recreation
Board who has served for at least one year; for the second year the chair may have
completed the term on the Parks and Recreation Board. During the second year of the
term of the incumbent Chair, a successor shall be appointed.
5. An organization shall lose standing and the privilege of scheduled use of city facilities if
the representative misses a scheduling or policy meeting unless the Association Chair
has been notified in advance that a substitute will represent the organization. The
substitute must have full authority to duly represent the organization.
6. Each organization shall notify the College Station Parks and Recreation Department and
the Association Chair immediately upon the change of representative.
Authority
The Association derives its authority from the Parks and Recreation Board, of which it is a
duly constituted subcommittee. The Parks and Recreation Board shall have the authority to
reject organizations for membership and/or to require a different representative. Appeal of
any actions by the Association shall be to the Parks and Recreation Board. Parks and
Recreation Board decisions are final. Rejected applications for membership may be
resubmitted after ninety (90) days.
1. The Association shall require satisfactory evidence of compliance with requirements.
The Association shall have the authority to reject applications for membership if an
organization is unable to satisfy these requirements.
2. The Association shall have the authority to exclude from membership organizations
which promote activities which are in conflict with the mission statement of the
Association, the Parks and Recreation Department, the Parks and Recreation Board, or
• the City of College Station.
3. The Association shall have the authority to scheduleseasons and special activities, such
as tournaments, which use facilities normally under the jurisdiction of the Association
provided that such activities do not conflict with activities scheduled by the Parks and
Recreation Department staff. Such facilities include:
* For soccer
Anderson Park
Southwood Athletic Park
Central Park
Thomas Park .
Lincoln Center
Jack and Dorothy Miller Park
Georgie K. Fitch Park
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For youth baseball
Southwood Athletic Park
Wayne Smith Park
Brothers Pond Park
Georgie K. Fitch Park
Gabbard Park
For youth softball
Bee Creek Park
Lemontree Park
Fairview Park
Gabbard Park
4. Schedule requests are to be submitted to the Parks and Recreation Department for
review. The PARD staff will check the master calendar for possible conflicts then pass
to the Association with a recommendation and for final consideration. The Association
will endeavor to resolve schedule conflicts, but in general, requests for one-time rental
use will take precedence over practices and regularly scheduled games will take
precedence over both. The priority for scheduling will be as follows:
a. Emergency maintenance
b. Interagency agreements between the City of College Station and the College Station
Independent School District
c. Regularly scheduled games of Association members
(1) Recreational and inclusive leagues, in other word leagues which do not have
tryouts which may exclude some from league participation
(a) Youth
(b) Adults
(2) Competitive and select leagues; which may eliminate some from participation
based upon some criteria for selection
(a) Youth
(b) Adults
d. TAMU athletic and Recreational Sports
e. one time rentals
f. Scheduled maintenance
g. Scheduled practice
h. Non-scheduled, non-essential maintenance
i. Non-scheduled practice
5. Removal of membership for other than the reasons mentioned above shall require the
recommendation of the Association and the approval of the Parks and Recreation
Board. Cause for such action may include, but is not limited to, actions by the member
which are inconsistent with the objectives of the association.
Governance
The Association shall be g
subject to all the laws, regulations, and policies to which the City
of College Station itself is subject. Furthermore, the Association shall adhere to the
ordinances, policies, and regulations of the City of College Station, albeit the Association
shall have the prerogative to petition the appropriate authority when the consensus of the
Association is at variance with established law or policy.
Amendments
Recommendations for amendment of this document may be made to the College Station
Parks and Recreation Board which shall render final approval. The formulation of
recommendation shall require two meetings, one of which may be scheduled as a special
meeting. The first meeting will constitute and initial reading of proposed changes and the
second meeting shall be necessary for passage of the proposed changes. Such
recommendations can only be made if a quorum exists at both meetings. The
recommendation must pass with a two-thirds or greater majority.
Meetings
Meetings shall be scheduled bimonthly on dates to be determined by and for the
convenience of the membership. Such meetings will be announced in the calendar posted
at the Parks and Recreation Department Central Park office and shall be open to
attendance by the public.
The Chair shall call meetings to order and serve as moderator for the meeting. Meetings
shall adjourn after business has been conducted and upon the call by the Chair and
passage by the membership attending of a motion to adjourn. Meetings of the Association
shall be conducted under Robert's Rules of Order, the most current edition. A quorum to
conduct business will consist of sixty percent of members and actions shall require a
simple majority.
State of the Association Report
Annually the Association shall make a formal report to the Parks and Recreation Board
regarding the actions taken by the Association. This shall include, but not be limited to the
following:
1. Establishing schedules for the various seasons
2. Resolution of conflicts between Association members
3. Planning issues which may have been recognized by the Association
4. Other items as deemed appropriate by the membership of the Association
This report shall be a summary of the year's activities; therefore should include items
possibly previously reported to the Parks and Recreation Board.