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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/09/1996 - Regular Minutes - Parks Board -- MINUTES -- ) PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 1996 - 7:00 P.M. ROCK PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3400 WELSH LIBRARY • MEMBERS PRESENT: Ron Gay, Chair; Bob DeOtte, Vice Chair; Carol Reynolds; Greg Taggart; Debra Anderson; Mike Manson; and Nancy Crouch, Council Liaison MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Steve Beachy, Director; Ric Ploeger, Asst. Director; Jane Kee, City Planner; Veronica Morgan, Assistant City Engineer; and Bridgette George, Staff Assistant VISITORS: Mr. Don Garrett; Starlet Licona; Cindy Stephens; RuthAnn Gray; J. P. Gougler; Curran Kennedy;Jody Gougler I. Approval of Minutes: Minutes for the joint Parks and Recreation Board and Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting on February 7, 1996, were approved as submitted. Minutes for the Parks and Recreation Board meeting on February 13, 1996, were approved as submitted. ) II. Hear Visitors: No unscheduled visitors were present. III. Discussion of Parkland in Zone 9: Jane Kee, City Planner, handed out and displayed a map depicting the area of discussion. Ms. Kee stated that she was bringing this information to the Board for their review. She was not asking for a decision or direction that night, but wanted the Board to take a look at the proposed area and be ready to make a recommendation to the City Council within the next month or so. There is currently no park in zone 9. Ms. Kee pointed out the area being proposed for parkland and also showed current creeks that run through zone 9. Veronica Morgan, Asst. City Engineer, explained the map in more detail. She Mr. Don Garrett stated that his clients would like to build a neighborhood with only one entrance to the area. He informed the Board that the area they want to offer, is not inaccessible for development purposes,.but would be good for a neighborhood park. The area is approximately 3-4 acres. Approximately 70 houses are scheduled to be built in that neighborhood. Steve asked the Board to keep in mind that accessibility and visibility of a park contribute to its success. He also mentioned that accessibility from future surrounding developments will be a key issue. It's also important that all of the land proposed not be in the floodplain. Steve stated that he would set up a time to go and view the proposed site. IV. Discussion of Surveys for Youth Programs: Steve reviewed the survey sent to the school district last week. He reminded the board that that issue relates to one of the council's strategic issues regarding youth-at-risk. The survey results will be relayed to the board upon completion. Steve stated that the girl's softball survey will be sent out in the next few weeks at the conclusion of the season. He indicated that there would probably be a separate survey for the participants, as well as for the parents. V. Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Schedule: Jane reminded the Board about the two future meetings with HOK. The first one will be Tuesday, April 23, 7:00 p.m., at the Conference Center. The meeting will focus on the thoroughfare plan, traffic and transportation issues and will be open to the public. The second one will be Tuesday, April 30, at the same time and place and will cover land use, utilities, and parks. After these two meetings, there will be a formal public hearing with the Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled for sometime in May. Then the city will proceed with the adoption phase. Mike asked if the board members would be able to meet with HOK again to convey their concerns about the parks portion of the plan. Jane stated no, but encouraged the members to submit their concerns in writing through staff to HOK. She also reminded the board that HOK's scope of services regarding parks may not be as detailed as the Parks Board would like. it will be up to staff to implement the plan in more detail. Ron decided that he and Greg would get together with staff and write a letter to HOK addressing the board's concerns. They will write the letter next week and let other board members review it prior to submitting it to HOK. VI. Capital Improvement Program Report: Ric reported that the stainless steel gutters were installed at Southwood Pool. Sandstone Park is complete and all of the trees are planted. The Pebble Creek bid opening will be Monday, April 15. If bids are within budget they will go to Council for approval the following week. The Lincoln Center/Wayne Smith complex design is ongoing with design completion in April. One issue being considered is the addition of a fourth field, although the Masterplan calls for three. The Wolf Pen Creek playground improvements are complete. This makes the third handicap accessible playground in College Station. Central Park improvement plans are being reviewed. VI. Other Business/Board Concerns: Greg commended Steve and his staff for the quality work they do. Carol asked if the department had received any information regarding the renaming of Southwood Pool. Steve stated that he would fax her information so that she could help with the proceedings of that issue. Mike inquired about the cows and adjacent fence removed at Lick Creek Park. Steve stated that the owner must have removed the fence and stated that the department is looking at helping pay for a portion of the new fence. Nancy asked if the board had seen the report from Brazos 20/20 Vision regarding parks. She suggested taking a look at it before addressing HOK. Steve stated that he would send a report to each board member. Some discussion took place regarding the Straight Shot. Ric mentioned that it was a good course, but being new, it led to some problems. He stated that running the course down Texas Avenue was very costly and that the current course is a more efficient way to conduct it. Steve stated that participants will receive a letter addressing the problems encountered in the race. VII. Adjourn: The meeting adjourned at 8:43 p.m. APPROVED: Ron Gay, Board Chairman Date Attest; Bridgette George CPS, Board Secretary Date Parks Board Minutes April 9, 1996Page 2 of 2