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1. Called to order at 6:30
2. Pardon -possible action concerning requests for absences of members from meeting.
3. Election of Officers:
Kristiana Ford-Chair
Jason Fikes-Vice Chair
Chanda Elbert- Secretary
4. Visitors. Margrit Moores-Suzuki Violin Program Director-Discussion:
• Will the board sponsor program or grants organization?
• City will donate space and transportation parent assessment fee monthly parent
assessment of$30.00 per child. Will look for matching funds for about$15,000 for
instruments and supplies. Pilot the program this summer with 15 kids.
5. Lucille Young-Former Black Student Association Representative-Discussion:
• Trying to save 2 buildings to make offices for the Concerned Black Men and the
Lincoln Former Student Association. Would like to have control over the buildings.
Lincoln Center Staff will not have responsibilities but provide maintenance of the
buildings. Will take approximately $250,000.00-$300,000.00 to have buildings
renovated
6. The LRC will received workout equipment from the College Station Medical Center-will
receive copies of the acquired equipment
7. Will review calendar for the last 6 months with Lance and staff.
8. Reestablish collaborative efforts to improve test scores by working with the school
district.Need a directive and to retool efforts. Tutoring can be set up to prep for ACT,
PSAT, SAT etc. in tutoring rooms. Get tutors for the older children can print TE KS test
for tutoring. Have someone to talk to kids about financial aid honors courses and
advanced placement. Talk with Ron Fox at the high school.
9. Bring to our next meeting-Discuss some activities for the summer such as sewing and
home economics classes,basic cooking and cleaning up.
10. Meeting adjourned at 7:55 pm.
The building is wheelchair accessible. Handicap parking spaces are available. Any request for sign interpretive
services must be made 48 hours before the meeting. To make arrangements call
(979)764-3733.
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CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
ABSENCE REQUEST FORM
FOR ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICERS
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Requests for Absence must be submitted to the Parks Staff Assistant at 764-3414 prior to the
meeting date.
Pam Springfield - RE: Reminder Page 1
From: "Kathleen Ireland" <kathyireland@earthlink.net>
To: "Pam Springfield" <Pspringfield@cstx.gov>
Date: 5/9/2005 1:21:09 PM
Subject: RE: Reminder
Hi Pam,
I'm sorry, but I won't be able to make the meeting. I will be on my FREE!
cruise at that time.
Kathy
P. S. Not really sorry, but had to say it!
Pam Springfield RE: Parks Board meeting cancelled Page 1
From: "Kathleen Ireland" <kathyireland@earthlink.net>
To: "Pam Springfield" <Pspringfield@cstx.gov>
Date: 4/14/2005 3:14:41 PM
Subject: RE: Parks Board meeting cancelled
Hi Pam,
I'm going on Carnival (hope the steering problem is fixed by then!)and
it's for 5 days, be back on Saturday.
Going to Cozumel and Cancun. Been to both, but who cares!
It's still fun to go and take a tour that I haven't been on. Excaret is
just wonderful and I will definitely go back there again. It's a park on
Cozumel that is just outstanding!
Great to see that I wasn't the only one to miss the April 12th meeting.
Could we have the meeting in May on the 24th instead?
Kathy
> [Original Message]
> From: Pam Springfield <Pspringfield@cstx.gov>
>To: <kathyireland@earthlink.net>
> Date: 4/14/2005 1:18:11 PM
> Subject: RE: Parks Board meeting cancelled
>• I'm so jealous!! What cruise line and where are you going?
>Thank you!
> Pamela Springfield
> Staff Assistant
> College Station Parks & Recreation Department
> (979) 764-3414
> pspringfield@cstx.gov
> >>> "Kathleen Ireland" <kathyireland@earthlink.net>4/14/2005 1:08:47
> PM >>>
> I'm sorry, but I will be on a cruise at that time. I won it and it's
> FREE,
> so I just have to go!
> Kathy
> > [Original Message]
> > From: Pam Springfield <Pspringfield@cstx.gov>
> > To: <gschroeder@aggiecatholic.org>; <Erwin74@aol.com>;
> <J_warner@cox-internet.com>; Curtis Bingham <Cbingham@cstx.gov>; David
> Gerling <Dgerling@cstx.gov>; David Wood <Dwood@cstx.gov>; Marci
> Rodgers
> <Marodger@cstx.gov>; Peter Lamont<Plamont@cstx.gov>; Pete Vanecek
> <Pvanecek@cstx.gov>; Ross Albrecht<RALBRECHT@cstx.gov>; Ric Ploeger
> <Rploeger@cstx.gov>; <kathyireland@earthlink.net>;
> <allison@fabtexas.com>;
> <Lfarnsworth@tamu.edu>; <blaschke@tca.net>; <joeschultz@texcon.net>;
> <jeanniewmc@yahoo.com>; <olarmy58@yahoo.com>
> > Cc: Steve Beachy<Sbeachy@cstx.gov>
> > Date: 4/11/2005 3:41:44 PM
Pam Springfield RE: Parks Board meeting cancelled Page 2
> > Subject: Parks Board meeting cancelled
> > ** High Priority**
> > Good Afternoon!
> > Due to lack of a quorum, the regular meeting of the Parks and
> > Recreation Advisory Board has been cancelled for tomorrow evening.
> >At this time, we need to know your availability for Tuesday, May
> 17th.
> >We would like to meet the third Tuesday of May, pushing the regular
> May
> > meeting back by one week due to our departmental FY05-06 budgeting
> > process and associated time constraints.
> > Please let me know your availability for Tuesday, May 17th at your
> > earliest convenience.
> >Thank you!
> > Pamela Springfield
> > Staff Assistant
> > College Station Parks & Recreation Department
> > (979) 764-3414
> > pspringfield@cstx.gov
> > College Station. Heart of the Research Valley.
> College Station. Heart of the Research Valley.
Park Land Dedication Ordinance
Project Review Checklist
Date Received: April 4, 2005
Park Zone: 10
Current Zone Balance: $ 133,195
Project Location: North Side of Highway 40
Name of Development: Forest of Castlegate
Phase: N/A
Applicant: Greens Prairie Investors LTD.
Address: 4490 Castlegate Dr.
City/State/Zip: College Station, TX 77845
Phone Number/Fax: 979-690-7250 Fax Number:
E-mail:
Engineer/Planner: Texcon
Address: 1707 Graham Rd.
City/StateZip: College Station, TX 77845
Phone Number/Fax: 979-764-7743 Fax Number:
E-Mail:
REQUIRED COMPLIANCE
Section 10-B-1: Land Dedication
Single Family Dwelling Units: 295
Multi-Family Dwelling Units:
Total Land Requirement: 2.92 Acres
Proposed Dedication: 4.190
Section 10-B-2: Fee in Lieu of Land
Has the Planning and Zoning Commission's approval been obtained?
Land Fee:
Single Family Fee ($198/dwelling unit): $198 x 295.00 = $58,410
Multi-Family Fee ($160/dwelling unit):
Total Acquisition Fee:
Section 10-B-3: Park Development Fee
Single Family Fee ($358/dwelling unit): $358 x 295 = $105,610
Multi-family Fee ($292/dwelling unit):
Total Fee Amounts:
Total Single Family Fee ($556/dwelling Unit):
Multi-Family Fee ($452/dwelling Unit):
Section 10-B-4: Park Development in Lieu of Fee
Required development cost:
Staff review date and comment: April 4, 2005
Parks Board review and decision: April 12, 2005
Section 10-B-5: Minimum Park Size
Is the proposed park less than five (5) acres? No, it is 5.863 acres
If yes, staff recommends: Acceptance of land plus the development fee
Section 10-B-7: Prior Park Acquisition
A 5.863 acre park site is
Is there an existing park that can serve the proposed development? located in this subdivision
Park Land Dedication plus the Park Development Fee - 1.5 acres
If yes, staff recommends: were dedicated from the SpringCreek Town Homes.
Section 10-E: Comprehensive Plan
Is the proposed park dedication in compliance with the City's Comprehensive Plan and the
Recreation, Park, and Open Space Master Plan? Yes
Comments:
Section 10-F: Additional Information
1. Is land in the 100-year floodplain? No Percentage:
a. Detention/Retention? No Size:
Meets Board Policy?
Acreage in floodplain: No Percentage:
Acreage in detention: No Percentage:
Acreage in greenways: No Percentage:
Comments:
Section 10-F (of the Park Land Dedication Ordinance)
10-F. 1 Any land dedication to the City under this section must be suitable for park and
recreation uses. Consideration will be given to land that is in the floodplain or may be
considered "floodable" even though not in a federally regulated floodplain as long as, due
to its elevation, it is suitable for park improvements.
(a) Neighborhood park sites should be adjacent to residential areas in a manner that serves the
greatest number of users.
Comments: It is accessible and less than 1/2 mile from all points in this subdivision.
(b) Neighborhood park sites should be located so that users are not required to cross arterial
roadways to access them.
Comments: All the streets are residential.
(c) Sites should not be severely sloped or have unusual topography which would render the land
unusable for organized recreational activities.
Comments: The site does not have steep slopes in the majority of the property.
(d) Sites should have existing trees or other scenic elements.
Comments: There are mature trees near the creek.
(e) Detention/retention areas will not be accepted as part of the required dedication, but may be
accepted in addition to the required dedication. If accepted as part of the park, the
detention/retention area design must be approved by the City staff and must meet specific
parks specifications.
Comments: No retention ponds are on the property.
10-F. 2 Parks should be easy to access and open to public view so as to benefit area
development, enhance the visual character of the city, protect public safety, and minimize
conflict with adjacent land uses. The following guidelines should be used in designing
parks and adjacent development:
(a) Where physically feasible, park sites should be located adjacent to greenways and/or schools
in order to encourage both shared facilities and the potential co-development of new sites.
Comments: N/A
(b) A proposed subdivision adjacent to a park may not be designed to restrict reasonable access
to the park from other area subdivisions. Street and greenway connections to existing or
future adjoining subdivisions may be required to provide reasonable access to parks.
Comments: N/A
(c) Where a non-residential use must directly abut a park, the use must be separated by a
screening wall or fence and landscaping. Access points to the park may be allowed by the
Planning and Zoning Commission if a public benefit is established.
Comments: N/A
(d) It is desirable that a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of the perimeter of a park should abut a
public street. In all cases, the City shall approve the proposed street alignment fronting on city
parks.
Comments: N/A
(e) Streets abutting a park shall be built in accordance with the thoroughfare plan and the
standards of this ordinance; however, the City may require any residential street built adjacent
to a park to be constructed to collector width to ensure access and prevent traffic congestion.
The developer may request oversize participation in such an instance.
Comments:
Acceptance of parkland dedication 4.190 acres and
development fee of$105,610. There is a 5.863 park site in
Staff Recommendations: the subdivision.
Section 10-G: Approval:
At the regular May 17, 2005 meeting the board voted
unanimously to accept the development fee of$105,610,
as well as the land dedication of 4.190 acres. All the land
and cash requirements for this development are being
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board: given during the first Phase.
Planning & Zoning Commission:
City Council:
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5. Concrete Sidewalk 1800 $4.5 Sq.ft. $48,600
6. Sidewalk Rubber Surface Sq.ft. N/A
7. Lighting/Elec. 16 # of Lights $64,000
8. Sign/Planters $16,000
9. Shelter/Slab Size $20,000
10. Landscaping/Irrigation $15,000
11. Grading/Seeding $1,000
12. Picnic Units 2 #of Unit $5,000
13. Drinking Fountain 1 $4,500
14. Benches/Slab 3 #of Benches $4,500
15. Parking Lot+ fees #of Cars N/A
16. Soccer Goals N/A
17. Backstop N/A
18. Bridge & Eng. Fees $20,000
19. Euro Fence 1250' @$20 Ln.ft. $25,000
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21. Swingset Unit $8,000
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Steeplechase Park Public Hearing #2 - Notes
CITY OF COL!F.GE,STATION College Station Larry J. Ringer Public Library
7:00 PM
March 29, 2005
Staff Present: Steve Beachy, Director; Eric Ploeger, Assistant Director; Pete Vanecek, Senior Park Planner; David
Wood, Park Planner; Curtis Bingham, Parks Operations Superintendent; Pamela Springfield, Staff Assistant;
Guests: Jodi Warner, Chair Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and Kathy Ireland—Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board member (did not constitute a quorum);
William Charles Wendt—631 Westridge Drive
Mike Meschler—203 Bernburg Court
Ashley Scruggs—519 West Ridge Drive
1. The public hearing began at 7:00 p.m.
2. Presentation and discussion of ideas regarding development of Steeplechase Park site in Park Zone 5: Eric
Ploeger introduced himself and thanked everyone for coming to see the plan that had been developed. He
introduced the staff members present. He stated that at the public hearing held on February 23rd, the residents of
the area had been asked what amenities they would like to see go into the park. Based on the ideas given, the
Parks Planning staff had come up with a conceptual plan for Steeplechase. There was $315,000 available in the
budget to develop the park. Another assessment of the budget would be done right before development begins.
David Wood, the Park Planner who had developed the conceptual plan, spoke about the features and elements
that he had put into the plan. In order to take advantage of the large open space, he had put basketball court
further back into the park. A shelter, water fountain, a playground with a rubber surface and shade cover, a
concrete slab and picnic table, a dog area and drinking fountain and a dog poop station, would all be included as
elements in the park. There would also be a six-foot wide, concrete, sidewalk that would include seating areas
and plenty of area lighting (located approximately every 175' around the walk). He displayed a picture of a
wooden fence, explaining that the fence that would be put in would be wrought iron with six-inch slats around
the dog park area,and three-inch slats elsewhere.
Staff asked for comments.
Will the playground be safe for two year olds? Yes, it will be one play unit that will encompass all ages.
There will be a bridge on the back side of the park near the concrete spillway, which is similar to the bridge
near Johnny Carino's Restaurant. It will basically be a steel pedestrian bridge with a wood deck.
Will there be landscaping? Yes, ornamental trees such as pear or crepe myrtles would be planted.
The bus stop will be located next to Pheasant. Good Choice!
Will signs be put up so people will slow down? It is bad there and people drag race. Our intention is to talk to
the traffic engineer in Public Works and see if they can install some traffic calming devices there. It may
become an enforcement issue.
What is a dog play unit? One is a long tube that they can go through. I spoke to the sales representative and
asked what the two most popular units were and those are the units that will be used.
The dog park is a good idea, since there are a lot of people in that area with dogs. Will the dog play unit be
fenced? Yes, it will be. It is actually going to be a fenced-in play area for the dogs and will be located in the
retention area.
All of that area will be for dogs? It doesn't preclude it from being used for other uses. There will be rules
posted and a dog poop station with bags for visitors to clean up after their pets.
Are there going to be any lights at the basketball court? We may be able to prioritize the different items within
our budget. We can possibly come back during a later phase and try to get those in. There is an area light at
the end of each court, but it will not be like lighting the court.
I would suggest that 'NO PARKING' signs be posted on the side of the street that the park is on -it would leave
it more open. We want people to be able to park there. Neighborhood parks typically have some on-street
parking unless there is some reason not to do that. The majority of use is for people who walk and ride bikes.
This park will attract people to the area - possibly because of the dog area. Ric stated that this was usually a
concern at public hearings and it would be interesting to see if it becomes an issue. If so, something may have to
be worked out. Staff would talk to the traffic engineer about the bus stop and about traffic calming issues.
The plan looks really good. I am glad that the back walking loop was not included because it is very dark in the
back of the park.
Was there room for a disc golf course? No, the creek makes it difficult unless you can go with a three-hole
course. There is not enough room for a nine-hole course - it would conflict with the walkways. John Crompton
Park has nine-holes, but the park is almost 15 acres. We could put a few in for a practice course.
The next step is for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to look at the plan, which they will either approve
or direct changes to be made. Staff will notify you when it goes to the board. The project should go out to bid
early to mid-summer.
Will the second part of the park be left natural? The plan is to leave it natural unless improvements go in later
on. At the last meeting, concern was expressed about the fence back there and we will need to get with the
property owner. Eventually there will be development behind the park and it will be nice to have the tree buffer
there.
I would suggest putting another dog faucet in at the front of the dog area while it is being built. It will be
cheaper than having to do it later. The entrance for the dog area would be a perfect place also for the poop
station. Will there be only one entry? Yes. The gates will be spring loaded and will automatically shut. There
will also be a maintenance entrance for tractors. Will there only be one trash can for that big area? I could put
another in. We will have to be careful of what we put in there because it is designated to flood in that area.
Will bags be provided at the poop station? Yes they will.
Will it be wooded between the park and basketball court? If it is, kids won't be able to watch if parents are
playing, and parents would want to be able to watch their children on playground from the basketball court. We
can clear some under brush. We need to look at that area and see how dense it is.
Will the city do the underbrush clearing? No, it will be done by a contractor.
There being no further comments or suggestions, Ric thanked everyone for attending and added that everyone
would be contacted as to when the plan would go before the board, which could be in April or May.
3. The public hearing adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
Memorandum
To: Jodi Warner, Chairman, College Station Parks and Recreation Board
From: Robert Meyer, Chairman, College Station Senior Advisory Committee
Date: March 29, 2005
Re: Senior Center
The senior population of Brazos County is growing rapidly. A facility is
needed to keep this population informed of local activities and to provide
educational and recreational programs. At present, these programs are being
held at different locations throughout the College Station area. The seniors
primarily use the EXIT Teen Center which is shared with the young people. A
place is needed for seniors to call their own. Seniors need a center that is
designed specifically to meet their activities and special needs.
At present, College Station is planning a City Center surrounded by Krenek
Tap, Texas Avenue, Harvey Mitchell and Highway 6 Bypass Frontage Road.
This area has the possibilities for an ideal show place for the City of College
Station and should be supported by Seniors. We see this as an excellent
opportunity to include a Senior Center in the developing City Center.
The Senior Center should include:
• A reception area/lobby including a Senior information center
• Offices for staff and a reception area
• Meeting rooms to accommodate small and large groups for classes, meetings
and games
• Quiet room for reading and conversation
• A full kitchen, dining area and coffee bar
• Room for computers and support equipment
• Adequate room for storage
• Exercise/weight room
• Therapeutic pool
• Restrooms and dressing/locker rooms
• Convenient elevator if multi-floored
• Fully indoor and outdoor handicap accessibility
• Covered outdoor patio with tables for picnics and games
• Indoor and outdoor walking and jogging trail
• Ample parking with covered overhang entrance for increment weather
(loading and unloading)
• Building designed for future expansion
We believe our age sensitive needs can best be met with a separate Senior
Center which would not compete with activities of young people. A separate
Senior Center would serve as a focal point and attract older adults.
Seniors have been working for a senior center for a number of years. They
represent a sizable proportion of College Station voters. Seniors spend an
appreciable amount of disposable income and contribute significantly to the
city tax base. We urge the City Council to support the design and construction
of a separate Senior Center.
Senior Services Coordinator Report
April 2005
Senior Police and Fire Academy
The Academy meets on Thursday mornings form 9:00am-11:30 April 14-June 2'd at the Teen
Center. Topics include: Introduction & History of the Police/Fire Department, Crimes Against
the Elderly, Crime Scene Search and Latent Prints, Fire/Fall Prevention and Smoke Alarms,
Thermal Imaging Cameras, Engine and Ambulance visits. Seniors are welcome to participate at
no cost.
Ice Cream Social
How can you beat ice cream and a singing quartet in the park? All seniors are invited to have ice
cream and hear the Westminstrels Barbershop Quartet on Saturday, May 7th at 4:00pm-5:30pm at
the Central Park Pavilion. Invite your friends and join us!
Senior Dance
Dance the night away. Our Spring Dance is scheduled for Thursday, May 12th at the College
Station Conference Center from 7:00pm-9:30pm. The cost is $5.00/person. Refreshments and
door prizes are given away. Hear your favorite tunes from DJ Tom Byer.
Seniors EXPO 2005
The fourth annual Seniors Expo 2005 is scheduled for Wednesday, May 25th from 9:00am-
3:00pm at the Brazos Center. The Expo is designed to showcase our community as a"Senior
Friendly" place to live. Booths and speakers will provide information on businesses,
organizations and activities in the Brazos Valley. The Senior Advisory Committee is needed to
volunteer to work in the College Station Parks and Recreation Department - Senior Services
Booth. Shift times are 9:00am-12:00 and 12:00—3:00pm.
Senior Programs-FY 2005-lst Quarter(October,November&December)
Effectivenes
-Percentage of satisfied customers on
Survey 99%
Efficiency
- Total No.of Senior Citizen Programs offered. 18
- Total No.of Senior Special Events offered. 7
- Total No. of Senior Advisory Committee Meetings 3
Output
-Total No. of Senior Participants Served 794
- Annual Promotions in Senior Marketing Materials 1
- Monthly promotions in the Golden Eagle 3
Senior Programs-FY 2005—2nd Quarter(January,February&March)
Effectiveness
- Percentage of satisfied customers on
Survey 99%
Efficiency
- Total No.of Senior Citizen Programs offered. 27
- Total No. of Senior Special Events offered. 8
- Total No.of Senior Advisory Committee Meetings 4
Output
-Total No. of Senior Participants Served 942
- Annual Promotions in Senior Marketing Materials 2
-Monthly promotions in the Golden Eagle 3
SENIOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE PETITION TO PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD FOR A
SENIOR BUILDING AND OPPORTUNITY TO PETITION THE COLLEGE STATION CITY
COUNCIL
INTRODUCTION
A. Aim: (a) To discuss the possibility of building a Senior Center
(b) To meet with the City Council about providing the facility
B. Objectives:
(1) To explain recent history of the need for a Senior Center
(2) To summarize Senior programs
(3) To project future senior growth
(4) The describe the proposed Senior Center
(5) To describe benefits to the City of College Station
II. OBJECTIVE 1: TO EXPLAIN RECENT HISTORY FOR A SENIOR CENTER
1. Senior Advisory Committee proposed to convert the Parks and
Recreation Headquarters to the Senior Center when the new
Administration building has been completed
2. Architectural plans were drawn and room use was suggested
3. The Parks and Recreation Headquarters would make an excellent Senior
Center but has some limitations
4. The Parks and Recreation Board supported the proposal on January 13,
2004
III. OBJECTIVE 2: TO SUMMARIZE SENIOR PROGRAMS
1. Senior services presently are headquartered in the EXIT Teen Center
with coordinator in Parks and Recreation Headquarters
2. Computer education classes, many Senior meetings and Senior games
are held in the Teen Center
3. Cooperative Exploring History Lunch/Lecture programs with the
Historical Preservation Committee are held at the College Station
Conference Center
4. More than 40 "Xtra Education" classes for Seniors are held at the Teen
Center per year
5. The Computer Club for Seniors meets in the College Station Utilities
Center Training Room on Graham Road and in the Center for Regional
Services in Bryan
6. Seniors participate in the lunch program offered at the Lincoln Center
7. Day trips are planned for seniors throughout the year
IV. OBJECTIVE 3: TO PROJECT FUTURE SENIOR GROWTH
1. College Station
a. 55+ in 2000 at 4792
b. 60+ in 2000 at 3381, having increased 70% since 1990
2. Brazos County
a. 60+ in 2000 at 13,593 having increased 26% since 1990
b. 65+ in 2000 at 10,223 and is expected to increase to 79%by 2020
or 18,329 and more that three times by 2040 with projections of
32,555
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3. The population numbers of senior residents in this area are expected to
increase markedly in the next two decades with the aging of"Baby
Boomers"
4. Some Senior programs such as the Computer Club, draw participants
form at least 50 miles away
V. OBJECTIVE 4: TO DESCRIBE THE PROPOSED SENIOR CENTER
1. 20,000 sq.ft. or a square 141 ft. building
2. Senior Center should include:
• A reception area/lobby including a"Senior Information Center"
• Offices for staff and a reception area
• Meeting rooms to accommodate small and large groups for
classes, meetings and games
• A quiet room for reading and conversation
• A full kitchen, dining area and coffee bar
• Room for computers and support equipment
• Adequate room for storage
• Exercise/weight room
• Therapeutic pool
• Restrooms and dressing/locker rooms
• A single floor structure is preferred
• Center for health education, screening and vaccines
• Fully indoor and outdoor handicap accessibility
• Covered outdoor patio with tables for picnics and games
• Indoor and outdoor walking and jogging paths
• Ample parking with covered overhang entrances for inclement
weather (loading and unloading)
• Building designed for future expansion (possibly second floor)
3. Cost
a. Building at $150 sq. ft. $ 3,000,000
b. Parking lot at $2.75 sq. ft. 250,000
c. Contents 1,750,000
$ 5,000,000
4. Hope to have the building completed in four years
5. An existing facility could also be considered to meet the future needs of
seniors
VI. OBJECTIVE 5: TO DESCRIBE BENEFITS TO THE CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
1. A building that will add prestige to the City Center
2. A center where more individuals and people of widely varied heritage
and backgrounds can meet and participate in activities
3. A structure where Senior programs may function in one location
4. A source of Senior information for the Brazos Valley
5. A building where Seniors would have first priority on space
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6. A larger base of people who could support City initiatives and other City
activities
7. A location where personnel from Texas A&M University can enrich
educational experiences of our citizens
8. A place where some of the space pressure for meetings can be eased if
the Conference Center and Administration building on Texas Avenue are
sold
VII. SUMMARY
1. The Parks and Recreation Headquarters has been considered for a Senior
Center
2. Presently, Senior programs are held in widely diverse locations
3. Senior population in College Station and Brazos County are projected to
increase rapidly in the next two decades
4. The proposed building will provide many educational, recreational and
physical opportunities for our citizens in the future
5. The Seniors associated with this building will have a significantly
positive benefit to our population and initiatives of the City of College
Station
6. FINALLY, WE WISH TO HAVE THE SUPPORT AND
RECOMMENDATION OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION
BOARD TO HAVE THIS PETITION PRESENTED TO THE
COLLEGE STATION CITY COUNCIL.
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