HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/13/1998 - Regular Agenda - Parks BoardAGENDA
I. Approval of Minutes: December 9, 1997
2. Hear Visitors
3. Presentation and Consideration of Potential Parkland Dedication
for Westfield Addition
4. Discussion of the Boys and Girls Club of the Brazos Valley
5. Discussion of Leash Requirement for Pets at Lick Creek Park
r 6. Review of Proposed Revisions to the Parkland Dedication
Ordinance
7. Discussion and Consideration of 1998 User Fees
8. Discussion of Golf
9. Discussion of Board Goals
10. Capital Improvement Program Report
11. Committee Reports:
a. Lincoln Center - Mike Manson
b. Lick Creek Park John Crompton
c. Board Chair - Elizabeth Cunha
12. Board Concerns/Other Business
13. Adjourn
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January 8, 1998
TO: � Pa ks and Recreation Board
FROM: Steve Beachy, Parks and Recreation Director
SUBJECT: Items of Interest
1. Joint Use Agreement Update - The CSISD officials and Parks staff have met to
review the Joint Use Agreement. This year is the 10th anniversary of that
agreement. The meeting consisted of a comprehensive look and all City services
and all CSISD services which are utilized by the other. Many times people view
this as a Parks Department/ Community Education Agreement, but it encompasses
many more services. The agreement includes practically each and every
department in the City and many in the CSISD. After reviewing the agreement, all
parties agreed that it was still a good document, but we need to make several
attachments. These attachments will include other agreements that the City and
CSISD have entered into. They are the Natatorium Agreement, the Kids Klub
Agreement, and the Xtra-Education Agreement. These three documents have
specifics on who is responsible for certain functions, and financial information as
it pertains to that activity.
2. The 2nd Annual Holiday Home Tour was held on Saturday, December 6, 1997
from noon to 4:00 p.m. Three residences were featured: The Reed House on
George Bush Drive is the Texas A&M University Chancellor's Residence; 204
Pershing Street which was built in 1938 and has College Station Historic Marker #
39; and 215 Lee Street which was built in 1935 and recently renovated and has
College Station Historic Marker #40. The event was highlighted by local florists
decorating for the season, and Texas A&M Choral Groups and piano players
providing entertainment. The event was very successful and many positive
comments were received. An estimated 75 people attended the Tour. All of the
proceeds from the tour went to the Historic Preservation Committee and their
projects.
Home of Texas A&M University
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 13, 1998 -•- 7:00 P.M.
CENTRAL PARK CONFERENCE' ROOM
1000 KRENEK TAP ROAD
.Members Present: Elizabeth Cunha, Chair; Debra Anderson, Vice Chair; Gary Halter, John
Crompton, Chris Barzilla, Bob DeOtte
Members Absent: Mike Manson
Staff Present: Steve Beachy, Eric Ploeger, Dana Williamson, Peter Vanecek, David
Gerling, Vera Solis, Linda Waltman, Jane Kee, Jenny Hartsfield,
Bridgette George
Visitors Present: Jonn Szabuniewicz, Westfield Addition Developer
Called to Order 7:05 p.m.
1. Approval of Minutes: December 9, 1997- John submitted some name changes. The
minutes were approved as amended.
2. Hear Visitors. No unscheduled visitors spoke.
3. Presentation and Consideration of Potential Parkland De&cafion for Westfield Addition:
Ric displayed a graphic representation displaying a possible layout of the park and school
site. He met with David Neal, CSISD, who stated that they could probably supply 10-15
acres of property for a park without the City having to purchase any land.
Mr. Szabuniewicz displayed a site plan that showed a rough estimate of the floodplain
that his engineer calculated. He proposed donating roughly 4 acres to satisfy his current
dedication requirement and asked for credit for any portion of land above his
requirement to be used for future development requirements. The exact amount of ,4 71 U5
acreage will be determined when the final drainage study is completed. Mr. ✓�� •,f�1
Szabuniewicz has planned for 219 dwelling units. Therefore, 1.65 acres is his current
required dedication. The Board discussed if there should be a timeline on future
development if the new dedication ordinance is passed by Council. Steve stated that
currently there is not a time frame in the parkland dedication ordinance. Gary motioned
to accept the proposed dedication, adding that future development must occur within a
10-year time frame in order for the credit to be valid on future dedication requirements.
The motion was seconded by Bob and passed.
4. Discussion of the Boys and Girls Club of the Brazos Valley.• Mr. Kevin Bingham could not
attend the meeting, so this was postponed until the February meeting.
5. Discussion of Leash Requirement for Pets at Lick Creek Park.- Elizabeth called the City
Austin for information on their leash policies. They stated that they have 11 sites that are
"leash free," however, the dog must still be under "voice control." She stated that there is
a sign in every park telling patrons that there are dogs in the park without leashes.
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Austin has had no problems with their policies. Gary motioned to remove the leash law
at Lick Creek Park, with the provision that owners can handle dogs with voice control.
John seconded the motion, Bob_abAa*wFk; the motion passed. Elizabeth asked that signs
be posted to reflect the change. -Voied 4' /x I5/"
G. Review of Proposed Revision to the Parkland Dedication Ordinance: John mentioned that
the ordinance has not been amended since 1981. The goal of the ordinance is for the
City to maintain the current level of standards for all future parks. Bob stated that it
would be beneficial to have a floating scale so that the ordinance would not have to be
revisited. He also stated that it should be indexed to the value of the land. Steve stated
that after approval from the Board, it will go to the focus group on February 3, to
Planning & Zoning on February 19, to Council on March 12, at the earliest, and should
be approved on March 26. John motioned to approve the proposed parkland dedication
ordinance. Gary seconded, Bob abstained, the motion passed. Steve stated that if
changes are made to the ordinance by the focus group, it will be brought back to the
Board for review.
7. Discussion and Consideration of 1998 User Fees: Linda reviewed the proposed changes
for 1998 and 1999. Increases were suggested by staff to increase swim lessons in order
to retain instructors and lifeguards. Jenny stated that she has problems hiring and
keeping instructors for swim lessons. Instructors currently get $6.25/hr. and she would
like to increase that to $8/hr. She prefers to have certified instructors, but had to hire
non -certified instructors due to the lack of certified ones. John stated that his kids used
to instruct in the program but no longer do and the program has gone down in quality
due to the lack of quality instructors. Vera suggested increasing fees in order to increase
staff salaries to keep quality staff. An increase for adult softball was suggested to help
fund the newly installed demand meter at Central Park. It will probably increase
electrical costs for those affected fields. Basketball and volleyball were increased to add
one official in basketball and one scorekeeper for volleyball. John motioned to accept the
proposed fees increases for 1998 and 1999, and ask Council to absorb any future salary
increases through the budget process, including for 1999. The motion was seconded by
Gary and passed. Elizabeth and Bob d, ,�ar motioned to approve the fees for
pool admittance as recommended. The4i was seconded by Debra. Elizabeth and
Bob abstai : ve1_eA1eV,"'_5"1 .
8. Discussion of Golf- The Board agreed not to provide funds to the City of Bryan to help
renovate their municipal golf course.
9. Discussion of Board Goals: Steve reviewed that current goals and informed the Board of
where the Department was with each one.
After some discussion, the Board decided on the following goals in order of preference
for 1998.
1. Complete the Parks Master Plan
2. Complete acquisition of the athletic park site and develop a long-term
development master plan
3. Revision of the master plan for Wolf Pen Creek
4. Youth programming for teens
5. Implementation of the Lincoln Center/Wayne Smith Park Master Plan
6. Conduct public hearings and oversee design process for Woodway Park
7. Develop a Master Plan for Lick Creek Park
8. Madeley Park development
9. Design a small park that serves the Spring Loop residents
10. Consider revisions to the Parkland Dedication Ordinance
11. Develop a Greenways Plan
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12. Develop a structure with the school board for joint development of indoor athletic
facilities
13. Develop an urban forestry plan
10. Capital Improvement Program Report. • Ric reviewed the report with no additional
changes.
11. Committee Reports:
a. Lincoln Center. • Mike was not present. Steve stated that James Steen will probably
submit his resignation to the Committee due to his employment with the City.
b. Lick Creek Park- John mentioned that the next meeting is January 27, at the
Conference Center in Room 106, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is for discussion and
consideration of the final master plan.
c. Chain Elizabeth stated that she set up a subcommittee for the naming of the baseball
fields near Lincoln Center. She asked John to Chair and Debra to Vice Chair the
subcommittee. The subcommittee consists of representatives from Little League,
Lincoln Center Advisory Committee, and Lincoln Former Students Association. There
are two petitions, one from Ron Carter for "Wayne Smith" and one from James Steen
for "W. A. Tarrow." John stated that the first meeting is January 26, at 7:00 p.m.
Chris suggested naming the baseball complex the Wayne Smith Park and name the
fields for specific people. The Board discussed several options for the subcommittee
to consider.
12. Board Concerns/Other Business: Debra asked about the air conditioner request for the
Lincoln Center gym. Steve mentioned that Community Development has been asked to
submit a request of funding to provide air conditioning at Lincoln Center.
Bob asked that material be provided in the Board packets for any items being discussed at
the meeting. Bob suggested having a perpetual calendar for the Board.
Elizabeth suggested using volunteers for putting up Christmas in the Park lights.
Bridgette mentioned that the department already uses community service workers. Bob
asked that Christmas in the Park not be moved up any further because he doesn't want
because of soccer.
13. Adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
Secretary
APPROVED: ,/'`'
Ehg0beth Cunha, Board Chair
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Date
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3. City of College Station and Brazos Valley Boys and Girls Club Temporary Teen
Center Update: The Brazos Valley ,Boys and Girls Club was recently awarded a
$50,000 Grant for the purpose of a Teen Center, to be located in College Station.
This project is a joint venture between the Brazos Valley Boys and Girls Club and
the City of College Station Parks and Recreation Department. Money received
through the grant will be utilized for program costs while the City provides support
through the provision of a facility. This temporary Teen Center will be housed in
the old Shenanigan's Teen Center. Shenanigan's was closed last May due to low
participation numbers and needed repairs for the building. Although the building
needs quite a bit of repair, and is smaller that what is desired for a long
term/permanent Teen Center it was the only desirable and realistic option we had
in order begin some type of operation within established time limits as set forth in
the grant requirements. Clean up and minor renovations are underway at the old
Shenanigan"s Center, which is located next to the College Station Conference
Center. The Brazos Valley Boys and Girls Club received the Teen Center's Charter
on December 15. Ms. Angela Ware has been named as the Unit Director, and has
already met several times with Parks staff to begin plans for center activities.
Renovations and clean-up activities are scheduled to be complete by the end of
January. The Center will not only allow for educational opportunities for College
Station Teens but it will also provide a consistent meeting place for the College
Station Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Most of the TAB activities will continue to be
scheduled at various sites located throughout the City simply due to the size of this
facility. The TAB will provide staff with input on a name for the Center as well as
equipment and program suggestions.
4. The Texas Public Pool Council is again being hosted by the City of College Station
There are over 40 participants in the Aquatic Facility Operator course and over
100 participants in the Aquatic Workshop. Participants came from all over the
United States. Some of the classes include maintenance and operations of
swimming facilities, as well as leadership, teamwork, and communication lectures.
The workshop is being held at the Ramada Inn in College Station.
5. Tree installation in Edelweiss Park was completed in December by the Forestry
Activity Center and the Parks Operations South District. A total of 86 trees with a
supporting irrigation system is to be installed in the park mainly around the outer
edges. Due to anticipated frequent flooding, no trees were installed in the
detention pond area which comprises the majority of the park area. Further"
development plans for the park will be considered by the PARD Board over the
winter.
Copies: Skip Noe, City Manager
Tom Brymer, Assistant City Manager
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 13, 1998 -- 7:00 P.M.
CENTRAL PARK CONFERENCE ROOM
1000 KRENEK TAP ROAD
Members Present: Elizabeth Cunha, Chair; Debra Anderson, Vice Chair; Gary Halter, John
Crompton, Chris Barzilla, Bob DeOtte
Members Absent: Mike Manson
Staff Present: Steve Beachy, Eric Ploeger, Dana Williamson, Peter Vanecek, David
Gerling, Vera Solis, Linda Waltman, Jane Kee, Jenny Hartsfield,
Bridgette George
Visitors Present: Jonn Szabuniewicz, Westfield Addition Developer
Called to Order 7:05 p.m.
1. Approval of Minutes: December 9, 1997- John submitted some name changes. The
minutes were approved as amended.
2. Hear Visitors.- No unscheduled visitors spoke.
3. Presentation and Consideration of Potenfial Parkland Dedication for Westfield Addition.
Ric displayed a graphic representation displaying a possible layout of the park and school
site. He met with David Neal, CSISD, who stated that they could probably supply 10-15
acres of property for a park without the City having to purchase any land.
Mr. Szabuniewicz displayed a site plan that showed a rough estimate of the floodplain
that his engineer calculated. He proposed donating roughly 4 acres to satisfy his current
dedication requirement and asked for credit for any portion of land above his
requirement to be used for future development requirements. The exact amount of
acreage will be determined when the final drainage study is completed. Mr.
Szabuniewicz has planned for 219 dwelling units. Therefore, 1.65 acres is his current
required dedication. The Board discussed if there should be a timeline on future
development if the new dedication ordinance is passed by Council. Steve stated that
currently there is not a time frame in the parkland dedication ordinance. Gary motioned
to accept the proposed dedication, adding that future development must occur within a
10-year time frame in order for the credit to be valid on future dedication requirements.
The motion was seconded by Bob and passed.
4. Discussion of the Boys and Girls Club of the Brazos Valley. Mr. Kevin Bingham could not
attend the meeting, so this was postponed until the February meeting.
5. Discussion of Leash Requirement for Pets at Lick Creek Park. • Elizabeth called the City
Austin for information on their leash policies. They stated that they have 11 sites that are
"leash free," however, the dog must still be under "voice. control." She stated that there is
a sign in every park telling patrons that there are dogs in the park without leashes.
Page 1 of 3
Austin has had no problems with their policies. Gary motioned to remove the leash law
at Lick Creek Park, with the provision that owners can handle dogs with voice control.
John seconded the motion, Bob abstained, the motion passed. Elizabeth asked that signs
be posted to reflect the change.
6. Review of PrqposedRet48jon to the Parkland Dedication Ordinance: John mentioned that
the ordinance has not been amended since 1981. The goal of the ordinance is for the
City to maintain the current level of standards for all future parks. Bob stated that it
would be beneficial to have a floating scale so that the ordinance would not have to be
revisited. He also stated that it should be indexed to the value of the land. Steve stated
that after approval from the Board, it will go to the focus group on February 3, to
Planning & Zoning on February 19, to Council on March 12, at the earliest, and should
be approved on March 26. John motioned to approve the proposed parkland dedication
ordinance. Gary seconded, Bob abstained, the motion passed. Steve stated that if
changes are made to the ordinance by the focus group, it will be brought back to the
Board for review.
7. Discussion and Consideration of 1998 User Fees: Linda reviewed the proposed changes
for 1998 and 1999. Increases were suggested by staff to increase swim lessons in order
to retain instructors and lifeguards. Jenny stated that she has problems hiring and
keeping instructors for swim lessons. Instructors currently get $6.25/hr. and she would
like to increase that to $8/hr. She prefers to have certified instructors, but had to hire
non -certified instructors due to the lack of certified ones. John stated that his kids used
to instruct in the program but no longer do and the program has gone down in quality
due to the lack of quality instructors. Vera suggested increasing fees in order to increase
staff salaries to keep quality staff. An increase for adult softball was suggested to help
fund the newly installed demand meter at Central Park. It will probably increase
electrical costs for those affected fields. Basketball and volleyball were increased to add
one official in basketball and one scorekeeper for volleyball. John motioned to accept the
proposed fees increases for 1998 and 1999, and ask Council to absorb any future salary
increases through the budget process, including for 1999. The motion was seconded by
Gary and passed. Elizabeth and Bob abstained. Gary motioned to approve the fees for
pool admittance as recommended. The motion was seconded by Debra. Elizabeth and
Bob abstained.
8. Discussion of Golf The Board agreed not to provide funds to the City of Bryan to help
renovate their municipal golf course.
9. Discussion of Board Goals. Steve reviewed that current goals and informed the Board of
where the Department was with each one.
After some discussion, the Board decided on the following goals in order of preference
for 1998.
1. Complete the Parks Master Plan
2. Complete acquisition of the athletic park site and develop a long-term
development master plan
3. Revision of the master plan for Wolf Pen Creek
4. Youth programming for teens
5. Implementation of the Lincoln Center/Wayne Smith Park Master Plan
6. Conduct public hearings and oversee design process for Woodway Park
7. Develop a Master Plan for Lick Creek Park
8. Madeley Park development
9. Design a small park that serves the Spring Loop residents
10. Consider revisions to the Parkland Dedication Ordinance
11. Develop a Greenways Plan
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12. Develop a structure with the school board for joint development of indoor athletic
facilities
13. Develop an urban forestry plan
10. Capital Improvement Program Report. • Ric reviewed the report with no additional
changes.
11. Committee Reports.,
a. Lincoln Center. Mike was not present. Steve stated that James Steen will probably
submit his resignation to the Committee due to his employment with the City.
b. Lick Creek Park: John mentioned that the next meeting is January 27, at the
Conference Center in Room 106, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is for discussion and
consideration of the final master plan.
c. Chair. Elizabeth stated that she set up a subcommittee for the naming of the baseball
fields near Lincoln Center. She asked John to Chair and Debra to Vice Chair the
subcommittee. The subcommittee consists of representatives from Little League,
Lincoln Center Advisory Committee, and Lincoln Former Students Association. There
are two petitions, one from Ron Carter for "Wayne Smith" and one from James Steen
for "W. A. Tarrow." John stated that the first meeting is January 26, at 7:00 p.m.
Chris suggested naming the baseball complex the Wayne Smith Park and name the
fields for specific people. The Board discussed several options for the subcommittee
to consider.
12. Board Concerns/Other Business: Debra asked about the air conditioner request for the
Lincoln Center gym. Steve mentioned that Community Development has been asked to
submit a request of funding to provide air conditioning at Lincoln Center.
Bob asked that material be provided in the Board packets for any items being discussed at
the meeting. Bob suggested having a perpetual calendar for the Board.
Elizabeth suggested using volunteers for putting up Christmas in the Park lights.
Bridgette mentioned that the department already uses community service workers. Bob
asked that Christmas in the Park not be moved up any further because he doesn't want
because of soccer.
13. Adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
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1998 PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT USER FEES
ACTIVITYIFACILITY
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996 1997
1998
1999
A. ADULT SPORTS PER TEAM
11.
Basketball
$200
$200
$250
$250
$255 $255
$265
$265
2.
Flag Football
$250
$250
$250
$255
$260 $265
$265
$265
3.
Volleyball
$85
$85
$100
$110
$110 $110
$130
$130
4.
Softball
Play -Off League (SprgSum)
$235
$240
$250
$255
$260 1 $265
$285
$285
Play -Off League (Fall)
$190
$195
$210
$215
$220 $225
$240 1
$240
Fast Pitch (Sprg., Sum)
$220
$220
$290
$290
$300 $300
$300
$300
Fast Pitch (Fall)
$235
$245
$250 $250
$250
$250
B.
YOUTH SPORTS PER PERSON,
11.
Basketball
I $20/$10/$5
$25/$10/$5
$25/$15/$5
$25/$15/$5
$30/$20/$10 $30/20/10
$30/20/10
$30/20/10
12.
Flag Football
$20/$10/$5
$25/$10/$5
$25/$15/$5
$25/$15/$5
$30/$20/$10 $30/20/10
$30/20/10
$30/20/10
13.
Girl's Softball
$30/$20/$5
$25/$15/$5
$30/$20/$10 $30/20/10
$30/20/10
$30/20/10
IN�
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. ......... ...
....
..
1.
Swim Lessons
$15
$16
$16
$16
I $20
$23
1 $30
$30
2.
Adv. Swim Lessons
$20/$10/$5
$20/$10/$5
$20/$10/$5
$20/$10/$5
$20/$10/$5
$25/15/10
$25/15/10
$25/15/10
3.
TAAF Swim Team
$40/$25/$15
$40/$25/$15
$40/$25/$15
$40/$25/$15
$40/$25/$15
$80/60/40
$80/60/40
$80/60/40
4.
National Jr. Tennis League
$30/child
$30/child
$40/$35/$30
$40/$35/$30
$40/$35/$30
$50
$50 j
$50
15.
Tennis Lessons (+ I can of balls)
$30/person
$30/person
$35/person
$35/person
$35/person
$35/person
$35/person
$35/person
6. Golf
$45
$45
$45
D.
PICNIC SHELTERS PER DAY
...... ... �-
.................
IF
1.
Bee Creek Pavilion
$30
$30
$30
$30
$50
$50
$50
$50
2.
Central Pavilion
I
Monday -Thursday
$75
$50
$50
$50
$50
$50
1 $50
$50
Friday
$75
$75
$75
$75
$75
$75
$75
$75
Saturday & Sunday & Holidays
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
3.
Oaks Pavilion
$30
$30 1
$30 1
$30
$50
$50
$50
$50
4.
Southwood Pavilion
Monday -Thursday
$75
$50
$50
$50
$50
$50
$50
$50
Friday
$75
$75
$75
$75
$75
$75
$75
$75
Saturday & Sunday & Holidays
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
5.
Thomas Pavilion
$15
$15 j
$15
$15
$15
$15
$15
$15
6. Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater
Private - Weekday
$75
$200
$200
$200
$200
$200
$200
Private - Weekend
$125
$250
$250
$250
$250
$250
$250
Non Commercial - Weekday
$50
$425
$425
$425
$425
$425
$425
Non Commercial - Weekend
$100
$525
$525
$525
$525
$525
$525
Professional/Commercial - Weekday
$150
$800
$800
$800
$800
$800
$800
Professional/Commercial - Weekend
$250
$900
$900
$900
$900
$900
$900
*Service Personnel charges will be
\
added accordin2l�
I
I
E.
LINCOLN CENTER
1.
*Membership 09-54 yrs), per year
$6
$6
$6
$6
$6
I N/A
N/A
N/A
2.
Gym (8 hr. block/day)
$150/day
$150/day
$150/day
$150/day
$150/8hrs
$150/8hrs
$150/8hrs
$150/8hrs
Hourly
$7/$12/$17
$7/$12/$17
$7/$12/$17
$7/$12/$17
$20
$20
$20
$20
3.
TV Room (2 hr. minimum)
$10
$10
$10
$10
$10/2 hr min
$10/2 hr min
$10/2 hr min 1
$10/2 hr min
4.
Commun
;:.>:ity Room Rental
$25
$25
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$25
2
$5
$25
i $25
$25
$25
F.
ATHLETIC FIELDS
1.
Softball & Baseball:
Single field rental/day
$50
$50
$50
$50
$60
$60
$60
$60
four (4) field complex/day
$150
$150
$150
$150
$200
$200
$200
$200
four (4) field complex/Sat & Sun.
$300
$300
$300
$300
$350
$350
$350
$350
two (2) field complex/day
(
$100
$100
$100
$100
two (2) field complex/Sat & Sun.
(
)
$175
) $175
$175
$175
2. Soccer:
One (1) field
All fields
Weekend
3. Field Rentals/Per Hour
*1 hour/2 hours/3 hours
G. SWIMMING POOLS
1. General Admission (3 yrs & up)
Southwood/Thomas
Natatorium
Adamson
2. Discount Pass (25 swims)
Southwood/Thomas
Natatorium
*Adamson (may be used at all city pools)
$50/day
$150/day
$300
$7/$12/$17
$1.25
$1.25
$25
$25
$50/day
$50/day )
$50/day
$60
$150/day
$150/day
$150/day
$200
$300
$300
$300
$350
$7/$12/$17 1 $7/$12/$17 1 $7/$12/$17 1 $10/$15/$20
$60
J $60
$200
$200
$350
$350
$10/15/20 ) $10/15/20 �
$60
$200
$350
$10/15/20
$1.25
$1.25
$1.25
I
$1.50
$1.50
� �
( $1.75 '
$2.00
$2 '
$2
' $2.00
$2.00
$2
$2.50
$2.50
$3
$3
$3.25
$3.50
$25
$25
$25
$30
$30
$38
$50
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$50
$50
$60
$60
$70
$75
3. Family Season Pass
Natatorium
$125
$125
$125
Southwood/Thomas
$120
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
*Adamson (mav be used at all city pools)
$120
$225
$200
$200
$200
$200
$200
$200
4. Individual Season Pass
Southwood/Thomas
$60
$60
$60
$60
$60
$60
$60
$60
*Adamson (may be used at all city pools)
$60
$80
$80
$80
$80
$80
$80
$80
5. Babysitter Season Pass
Southwood/Thomas
$30
$30
$30
$30
$30
$30
$30
*Adamson (may be used at all city pools)
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
*excludes CSISD Natatorium
6. Pool Rental (2 hours)
Southwood:
25 people or less
$75
$75
$75
$75
$75
$75
50 people or less
$60
$60
$100
$100
$100
$100
$100
$100
51-76 people
$75
$75
$150
$150
$150
$150
$150
$150
77-102 people
$90
$90
$200
$200
$200
$200
$200
$200
Each hour after intial 2 hours
$25
$25
$25
$25
$25
$25
$50
$50
Thomas/Natatorium: 25 people or less
$50
$50
$50
$50
$65
$65
50 people or less
$50
$50
$75
$75
$75
$75
$75
$75
51-76 people
$65
$65
$100
$100
$100
$100
$100
$100
77-102 people
$80
$80
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
$125
Each hour after intial 2 hours
$25
$25
$25
$25
$25
$25
$50
$50
Adamson: 99 people or less
$200
$250
$250
$250
$250
$250
$250
199 or less
$200
$300
$300
$300
$300
$300
$300
299 or less
$200
$400
$400
$400
$400
$400
$400
300+
$200
$500
$500
$500
$500
$500
$500
Each hour after intial 2 hours
25 $25
$25
$25
$25
$25
$100
$100
Sat. & Sun./limited hours available
7. Educational Class Rental (1 hour/non exclusive)
$25
.,.:......:::::::.:::::::::::::::...................._.........,
$25
::::::::::::::::::::::::::.:
$25
H VEND
BY PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD:
APPROVED:
13 Jan-98
BY CITY COUNCIL:
APPROVED:
22-Jan-98
NOTE: Subject to PARD Board and CS City Council approval.
O:\parks\budget\userfees.xls
Revised. January 15, 1998
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
Office of Management and Budget
(11104of P.O. BOX 9960 1101 TEXAS AVENUE
COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77842 .
(409) 764-3461 Fax (409) 764-3571
MEMORANDUM
TO: Steve Beachy—Director of Parks and Recreation
THROUGH: Charles Cryan --Director of Management and Budget
FROM: Mike Lindsey --Senior Budget Analyst
'SUBJECT: Fee Analysis
DATE: Oct. 28, 1996
I have completed the analysis of the costs and related fees of the Aquatics Facilities
and Adult Sports Programs. My initial goal was to complete these and the Conference
Center rates but I did not have time to look at the Conference Center. I can look at
those fees and :others in the near future, but I knew that you. wanted something by the,
end of October in order to meet with the Parks Board.
Your staff was very helpful in gathering much of the information in'a timely manner, and
I appreciate that. If you or your staff see anything that does not seem correct, please
let me know. The figures below are the fees that would. recover all of the direct
operating and maintenance costs associated with the activity, or facility, with the current
participation levels. I have also attached; an explanation of assumptions and methods
used in the analysis, the detail worksheets, and a fee comparison of other medium
sized cities.
ADAMSON
LAGOON
SOUTHWOOD
POOL
THOMAS POOL
NATATORIUM
FALL SLOWPITCH
SPRING
SLOWPITCH
SUMMER
FASTPITCH
FALL FASTPITCH
ADULT
BASKETBALL
ADULT
VOLLEYBALL
ADULT FOOTBALL
FULL COST FEE CURRENT FEE
4.51/person/day 3.00/person/day
5.95/person/day
6.99/person/day
3.22/person/day
$224/team
$304/team
$3041team
$224/team
$284/team
$266/team
$4991team
1.50/person/day
1.501person/day
2.00/person/day
$220/team
$260/team
$300/team
$250/team
$255 /team
$110/team
$260/team
% RECOVERY
.. 66%
25%
21%
62%
98%
86%
99% .
111%
90%
41%
52%
PARD Fee Analysis Methods and Assumptions
Aquatics:
The FY97 Aquatics budget was primarily allocated to each of the four swimming
facilities based on actual FY96 expenditures. This information was provided by the
aquatics staff. The entire budget was not allocated since some expenditures are for
activities aside from public swimming such as Splash Camp and Family Swim Nights.
For example 82% of salaries and 'benefits were allocated to public swimming and the
other 18% was determined to be used for various programs and therefore not included
in the analysis.
The supervisory salaries and benefits were prorated based on the actual percentages
of other staffing used at each facility. Costs that had a strong relationship to staffing
such as travel and training and uniforms were also allocated based on the actual
staffing levels at each facility.
Two costs were allocated to the pools that are external to the Aquatics cost center.
These were PARD Administration and Facilities Maintenance. Part of the
Administration bud9 et Was 'allocated'. to Aquatics based on the size of the Aquatics
budget relative to the total PARD budget. This amount was then allocated to each pool
based on the overall allocation percentage. Facilities Maintenance costs were
allocated. to the pools based on actual expenditures to maintain the facilities in FY96.
No capital expenditures or internal service costs were allocated to the. pools or- activities.
in determin,ing-the.full'costs.
A total cost of $464,605 was identified for public
blic swimming at each of the.. pools. The
individdal'amoUnts' were then divided by estirhated"F'Y9'7 aften ance to arrive at a full
cost reco,ve r I y fee .' With the current fees the City should recover 66% of costs at.
Adamson', 26% at Southwood, 21 % at Thomas and 62% at the Natatorium,
Adult Si3orts.:
The method for determining the full operating and maintenance_ costs associated with
the various adult sports activities involved identifying, the costs in, each activity on, an,
annual basis. Then this amount Was divided by thejotbli dames played to get the cost
per game. The cost per game was multiplied by the number of games per season plus
an average number of tournament games. This number was divided by two since
there are two teams per game.
The salary and b e'nefit costs were allocated to each activity based on estimates from.
the Athletics staff of how much time they spend attending to each. activity. Additionally,
a portion of the PARD Administration budget was allocated in a manner -similar to that'
in the aquatics analysis.
According to the analysis, softball fees seem to be in the ballpark with regard to cost
recovery. The other sports appear to be recovering much less of their costs with the
current fees.
AQUATICS FEE ANALYSIS
FY97 ALLOC.
ALLOC.
ALLOC.
ALLOC.
ALLOC.
COST TYPE
BUDGET
°% AL ADAMSON
% SW
SOUTHWOOD
% TP
THOMAS
% NAT NATATOR.
BASIS
SALARIES
SALARIES SUP.
30,631
30%
9,189
22%
6,739
11%
3,369
19%
5.820
STAFFING
SALARIES TEMP
257,792
30%
77,338
22%
56,714
11%
28,357
19%
48.980
96 ACTUALS
SALARIES O/T
4,389
30%
1,317
22%
966
11%
483
19%
834
96 ACTUALS
BENEFITS
16,126
30°%
4,838
22°%
3.648
11°%
1,774
19%
3.064
SALARY ALLOC.
OFFICE SUPPLIES
2,550
17°%
425
17%
425
17%
425
0°%
-
96 ACTUALS
V&E SUPPLIES
V&E GAS
860
40%
344
20°%
172
40%
344
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
V&E OIL
40
40°%
16
20%
8
40%
16
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
V&E TOOLS
12,090
50°%
6,045
25°%
3,023
25%
3,023
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
V&E OTHER
1.110
40%
444
30%
333
30%
333
0°%
-
96 ACTUALS
CHEMICAL SUPPLIES
CHEMICALS
23,150
67%
15,418
17%
3,857
17%
3,858
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
PESTICIDE
360
33%
119
33%
119
33%
119
0°%
-
96 ACTUALS
JANITORIAL
2,170
40%
868
30%
651
30%
651
0°%
-
96 ACTUALS
BOTANICAL
480
47%
226
31%
149
22%
106
0°%
-
96 ACTUALS
OTHER
410
33°%
135
33°%
135
33%
135
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
MISC. SUPPLIES
PAPER GOODS
210
17°%
35
17%
35
17%
35
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
PERISH FOOD
560
50%
280
23%
129
27%
151
0°%
-
96 ACTUALS
SNACK FOOD
90
33% '
30
42%
38
25%
23
0°%
-
96 ACTUALS
BEVERAGE
80
40%
32
30%
24
30%
24
0°%
-
96 ACTUALS
PROMO MAT.
460
40%
184
30%
138
30°%
138
0°%
-
96 ACTUALS
MEDICAL
1,380
50% '
690
28%
386
22%
304
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
RECREATIONAL
1,070
23%
246
19°%
203
19%
203
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
CLOTHING SUPPLIES
UNIFORMS
870
30%
261
22°%
191
11%
96
19°%
165
STAFFING
ACCESSORY
210
30%
63
22%
46
11%
23
19%
40
STAFFING
OTHER
340
30%
102
22%
75
11%
37
19%
65
STAFFING
AWARDS
1,430
30%
429
22%
315
• 11°%
157
19°%
272 .
STAFFING
CREW SUPPLIES" :
770
30%
231
22%
169
11%
85
19%
146
STAFFING
OFFICEIEQUIP'. MAINTENANCE'
EQUIPMENT
430
33%
142
33%
142
33%
142
0°%
-
• 96 ACTUALS
FURNITURE
300
40%
120
30°%
90
30%
90
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
MOTOR VEH
1,050
40%
420
30%
315
30%
315
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
MACHINE TOOL
500
40%
200
30%
150
30%
150
0°%
-
96 ACTUALS
RADIOS
460
33°%
152
33°%
152
33°%
152
.0%
-
96 ACTUALS
PHONES
430
33%
142
33%
142
33%
142
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
PUMPSIMOTORS
2,240
40%
896
30%
672
30%
672
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
RECREATIONAL
830
33%
274
33%
274
33%
274
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
OTHER
4,880
33°%
1,610'"
33%
1,610.
33%
1,610
0°%
-
96 ACTUALS
BUILDING MAINTENANCE
BUILDING
11,210
40°%
4,484
30°%
3,363
30°%
3,363
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
OTHER
5.100
40%
2.040
30°%
1,530
30%
1,530
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
GROUNDS
90
40%
36
30%
27
30°%
27
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AUDIT
1,530
33%
505
33%
505
33°%
505
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
DRUG TESTING
1
1,120
30%
336
22%
246
11%
123
19%
213
STAFFING
AQUATICS FEE ANALYSIS
FY97
ALLOC.
ALLOC.
ALLOC.
ALLOC.
ALLOC.
COST TYPE BUDGET
% AL
ADAMSON
% SW
SOUTHWOOD
% TP
THOMAS
% NAT NATATOR.
BASIS
TECH SERVICES 1,730
33%
571
33%
571
33%
571
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
CONTRACT LABOR 2.030
40`Yo'
812
30%
609
30%
609
0%.
-
96 ACTUALS
UTILITIES
ELECTRIC 17,800
42%
7,476
36%
6,408
22%
3,916
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
NAT. GAS 7,700
40%
3,080
30%
2.310
30%
2,310
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
?}WATER 9.000
60%
5,400
25%
2.250
15%
1.350
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
SEWER 3,900
60%
2,340
25%
975
15%
585
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
PHONE 1.320
29%
383
29%
383
29%
383
0%
-
LINES
LONG DISTANCE 500
40%
200
30%
150
30%
150
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
GARBAGE 400
60%
240
25%
100
15%
60
0%
-
ATTENDANCE
EQUIP RENTAL 2,180
50%
1,090
30%
654
20%
436
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
INSURANCE 10.200
'50%
5,100
30%
3,060
20%
2,040
0%
-
ADVERTISE 8.370
70%
5.859
15%
1,256
15%
1,256
0%
-
ADVERTISING
TRAINING
TRAVELILODGE 1.044
30%
313
22%
230
11%
115
19%.
198
STAFFING
OUTSIDE. 693
30%
208
22%
152
11%
76
1904
132'
STAFFING
INHOUSE 880
30%
264
22%
194
11%
97
19%
167
STAFFING
MEMBERSHIPS 400
30%
120
22°/a
88
11%
44s-
19%
76
STAFFING
OTHER 600
30%
180
22%
132
11%
66
19%
114
STAFFING
t
PRINTING
INTERNAL 730
70%
511
15%
116
15%
110
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
EXTERNAL 210
70%
147
15%
32
15%
32
0%
-
96 ACTUALS
\\\
POSTAGEIFRIEGHT 1,310
67%
878
17%
223
16%
210
0%
-
SUPPLIES
REPLACEMENT
FLEET 2,300
25%
575.
25%
675
25%
575
25%
575
EQUAL
PHONES 1,510
29%
438.
29%
438
29%
438
0%
-
LINES
464,665
41cA
166,845;.
. 27%
108,703
17%
68,790
;_ „ 1.5%
60,861'
OTHER COSTSICREDITS
PARD ADMIN 45.578
41%
18.767
27%
12,227
179%
7.738
15%
6.846
OVERALL ALLOC
REIMBURSED EXP.
(13,220)
FAC. MAINTENANCE 12,500
6.590
2,200
1,800
-
96 ACTUAL
58,078
27,267
14,427
9,538
(6,374)
TOTAL COST BASIS 464,605
194.112
123,130
78,327
54.487
-
CURRENT COST RECOVERY
66%
25%
21%
62%°
EST. ATTENDANCE
43,000,
20.700
11.200,
16,900
FULL COST RECOVERY FEE
4.51
5.95
6.99
3.22
`
90% COST RECOVERY FEE
4.06
5.35
6.29
2.90
80% COST RECOVERY FEE
3.61
4.76
5.59,
2.58
70% COST RECOVERY FEE
3.16,
4.16
4.90
2.26
60% COST RECOVERY. 'FEE
2.71
3.57
4.20;,
1.93
SOFTBALL FEE ANALYSIS
MAINTENANCE WAGES EXPENSE
#Hours
Total Cost
�Prepping Fields/Crew
2.389
$ 8.36
19.968
PnappingFie|do/Supemisor
50
14.09
750
K8iac.Jobs
361
8.36
3.020
Pre -Season Field Prep./Crew
401
8.36
3.348
Pre -Season Field Ppep./Supv.
75
14.99
1.124
|rhgaUonRopoir/Crevv
100
8`36
836
Supervisor irrigation
8
14.99
130
Fertilizer Application
100
8.36
836
Total Nlainteo.Labor Expense:
.
$
30,802
FIELD SUPPLIES EXPENSE
#Bags
#Poundo
ConVBoga/|be'
Total Cost
Chalk
588
$ 2.75
$
1.645
Fertilizer Expense
5.760
0'21
1.210
Seed
80
14.00
1.120
Bermuda
G
135.00
810
Dirt(000Vveah
3.000
Floor Dry (cost/veoh
500
Chalker (one per year)
210
Replacement ofBases (costlyeoh
2.000
Total Field Supplies and Equipment Expense:
°.77
$
8,080
JANITORIAL PRODUCTS EXPENSE
#Ceaeo
#Boxes
CoeVAmmunt
Total
Toilet Paper (amount in
—10
'
$ 32.
�
'1 325
~~d � - - '
_-_—_��els`�����o��—`nt in cases)�' `20
' B
15.00 —
1�
' in cases)
Heavy duty wipes(amount
5
' � � 15.00
75
Disinfectants (amount hmcases)
4
15.00
GO
Hand soap (amount in ,` _
2
.
15.00
30
Trash liners (amount in boxes)
38
15.00
570
Total Janitorial Products Expense:
.
°]7
$
�9U8
- '
TRACTOR FUEL EXPENSE _� _ '
`
' ,
#Gallons
Cost/Gallon
Total Cost
Average Fuel Expenditures
296
1.30
$
385
Misc. Fuel Expenditures
~
285
Total Tractor Fuel Expense: '
°.77
$
516
ELECTRICITY EXPENSE
#kwh
Total Cost
Field 1
36.896
$
2.272
Field 2
8.008
874
Field 3
35.808
2.215
Field
35.520
2.200
Total Electricity Expense:
°'77
$
5,668
WATER EXPENSE
#Haodo
#GaUono
Cost/Gallon
Total Cost
2OStations wY2heads eanh°25gpmn°2
40
3.750.000
$ 0.00203
$
7.613
4Stations w/3heads eaoh^25gpn*25
12
1.125.000
0.00203
2.284
�Stations w/4.5heads aooh^25gprn°
20
1.875.000
0.00203
3.806
Total Water Expense:
6.750.000
$
10,551
o
ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSE
PARD Admin Allocation
Recreation Cost Center
Total Admin Expense:
Umpires
T-Shirts
Registration Fees
Total Other Expense:
TOTAL ANNUAL SOFTBALL COSTS
ANNUAL GAMES
Games/Season
Fall Slowpitch
10
Spring Slowpitch
11.5
Summer Slowpitch
11.5
Summer Fastpitch
11.5
Fall Fastpitch
10
Cost per game
Full cost recoverey cost/team
Fall Slowpitch
Spring Slowpitch
Summer Slowpitch
Summer Fastpitch
Fall Fastpitch .
Current Fee Cost recovery
Fall Slowpitch
Spring Slowpitch
Summer Slowpitch
Summer Fastpitch
Fall Fastpitch
Games/Season
8.5
11.5.
11.5
8.5
Current Fee
$
220.
$
260
$
260
$
300. t
250
Teams
168
180
175
6
6
535
f
2,653
10,873
$ 13,526
64,807
7,560
13,910
$ 86,277
$ 155,528
Total Games
840
1,035
1,006
35
30
2,946
52.80
$ 224
$ 304
$ .304
$ 304
$ 224
% Cost Recovered
98%
06%
86%
ADULT BASKETBALL FEE ANALYSIS
I
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TEAMS
GAMES
I
TOTAL GAMES
SPRING 8
11.5.
46
FALL 8
11.5
46
16
92
CSISD GYM COSTS
GYM RENTAL Joint use agreement with CSISD
LIGHTS
OTHER
TOTAL GYM COSTS
LABOR & ADMIN COSTS
OFFICIALS
30.00 PER GAME
2,116
ATHLETICS (643)
1,607
PARD ADMIN (5380)
392
TOTAL LABOR &ADMIN.
4,115
OTHER COSTS
TAAF REGISTRATION
7 PER TEAM
112
AWARDS
20 PER TEAM
320
EQUIPMENT
0 PER TEAM
432
TOTAL ANNUAL COST
$ 4,647
COST PER GAME
$ 49
FULL COST PER SEASON
$ 284
CURRENT FEE COST RECOVERY
255
90%
ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL FEE ANALYSIS
TEAMS 16
GAMES 11.5
TOTAL GAMES 92
FIELD COSTS
MOWING
WATER
LIGHTS
FERTILIZER
OTHER
TOTAL FIELD MAINT.
OFFICIALS
23.00 PER GAME
ATHLETICS (643)
PARD ADMIN (5380)
TOTAL LABOR & ADMIN.
OTHER COSTS
TAAF REGISTRATION
7 PER TEAM
AWARDS
20 PER TEAM
EQUIPMENT
10 PER TEAM
TOTAL ANNUAL COST
COST PER GAME
FULL COST PER SEASON
CURRENT FEE COST RECOVERY .260
538
1,209
136
208
752
2,843
2,116
1,952
476
4,544
11.2
320
160
592
7,979
87
499
62%
ADULT VOLLEYBALL FEE ANALYSIS
TEAMS
GAMES
SESSION 1
10
11.5
SESSION 11
7
11.5
SESSION 111
8
11.5
25
CSISD GYM COSTS
GYM RENTAL
LIGHTS
OTHER
TOTAL GYM COSTS
LABOR & ADMIN COSTS
OFFICIALS
8.00 PER GAME
ATHLETICS (643)
PARD ADMIN (5380)
TOTAL LABOR & ADMIN.
OTHER COSTS
TAAF REGISTRATION
7 PER TEAM
AWARDS
20 PER TEAM
EQUIPMENT
10 PER TEAM
(TOTAL ANNUAL. COST
COST PER GAME
FULL COST PER SEASON
CURRENT FEE COST RECOVERY 110
TOTAL GAMES
58
40
46
144
3,306
1,952
476
5,734
175
500
250
925
6,669
46
266
41%
ADULT SPORTS FEE COMPARISON
(Costs are per team per game)
SAN MARCOS
HARLINGEN
BRYAN
TEMPLE
DENTON
LUBBOCK
ABILENE
AMARILLO
BAYTOWN
BEAUMONT
CARROLTON
GRAND PRAIRIE
KILLEEN
LONGVIEW
RICHARDSON
SAN ANGELO
TYLER
I
WICHITA FALLS.
(fast pitch)
AVG COST/TEAM/GAME:
COLLEGE STATION
SOFTBALL
FOOTBALL
BASKETBALL
VOLLEYBALL
22.69
21.88
17.69
6.25
19.64
26.50
18.75
6.67
6.67
6.67
6.67
15.63
28.00
26.00
26.00
15.50
25.00
21.00
21.43
26.00
37.50
11.43
24.50
21.43
20.91
9.09
38.50
38.50
40.00
17.50
27.50
35.00
27.50
15.50
28.13
18.75
15.00
28.50
31.00
26.67
25.00
25.83
(8-10 GAMES)
40.71
38.00
40.00
(10-13 GAMES)
(10-13 GAMES)
35.00
14.29
(10-12 GAMES)
26.50
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30.00
15.00
30.00
31.25
20.00
25.00
8.75
20.83
20.71
23.00
22.08
25.37
26.68
26.94
13.88
22.61
22.61
22.17
9.57
ATHLETICS COST CENTER LABOR ALLOCATION
ACTIVITY
TONY
SPUD
TEMP/SEAS.
643 SALARIES
32,600
26,867
39,821
643 BENEFITS
6,017
4,959
7,350
38,617
31,826
47,171
ALL ADULT SOFTBALL
386
7,320
2,359
1%
23%
5%
ADULT BASKETBALL
-
637
943
0%
2%
2%
ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL
-
955
943
0%
3%
2%
ADULT VOLLEYBALL
-
955
943
0%
3%
2%
STRAIGHT SHOT
3,689
318
472
8%
1%
1%
YOUTH BASKETBALL
1,159
5,092
14,151
3%
16%
30%
YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL
386_
3,819
10,378
1%
12%
22%
GIRLS SOFTBALL
1,1150
3,819
13,680
3%
12%
29%
ATHLETIC TOURISM
22,398
1,910
2,359
58%
6%
5%
OTHER
10,041
7,002
943
26%
22%
2%
TOTAL (100%)
100%
100%
100%
TOTAL ALLOCATED
38,617
31,508
46,700
643 PORTION OF PARD
0.07559
PARD ADMIN TOTAL
397,062
PARD ADMIN ALLOC TO 6
30,014
PLUS
TOTAL
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643 TOT.
641 PORT
ADMIN.
4,551
103,839
840
19,167
5,391
123,006
30,014
153,020
809
10,873
2,653
13,527
15%
9%
27
1,607
392
1,999
1%
1%
54
1,952
476
2,428
1%
2%
54
1,952
476
2,428
1%
2%
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4,826
0%
3%
539
20,941
5,110
261051
10%
17%
270
14,853
3,624
18,477
5%
12%
270
18,927
4,618
23,545
5%
15%
3,046
29,712
7,250
36,962
57%
24%
323
18,309
4,468
22,777
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15%
100%
100%
5,391
123,006
30,014
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ADULT SPORTS FEE COMPARISON
(Costs are per team per game)
SOFTBALL
FOOTBALL
BASKETBALL
VOLLEYBALL
SAN MARCOS
22.69
21.88
17.69
6.25
HARLINGEN
19.64
BRYAN
26.50
18.75
TEMPLE
6.67
6.67
6.67
6.67
DENTON
15.63
LUBBOCK
28.00
26.00
26.00
15.50
ABILENE
25.00
21.00
AMARILLO
21.43
26.00
37.50
11.43
BAYTOWN
24.50
BEAUMONT
21.43
20.91
9.09
CARROLTON
38.50
38.50
40.00
17.50
GRAND PRAIRIE
27.50
35.00
27.50
15.50
KILLEEN
28.13
18.75
15.00
LONGVIEW
28.50
31.00
26.67
25.00
25.83
(8-10 GAMES)
RICHARDSON
40,71
38.00
40.00
(10-13 GAMES)
(10-13 GAMES)
SAN ANGELO
35.00
14.29
(10-12 GAMES)
TYLER
26.50
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30.00
15.00
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30.00
31.25
WICHITA FALLS.
20.00
25.00
8.75
20.83
20.71
23.00
(fast pitch)
22.08
AVG COSTtTEAMIGAME:
25.37
26.68
26.94
13.88
COLLEGE STATION
22.61
22.6f
22.11
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CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM
PROJECT STATUS REPORT
JANUARY, 1998
1. WAYNE SMITH BASEBALL COMPLEX
Project Number. PK9505
Budget. $1,230,000 - 1995 Bond
Contract Amo,unt. Design $87,990
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 were bid twice with
the last being July 24, 1997. On both occasions bids came in higher than the budgeted
amount. Staff, the architect, and the low -bid contractor worked to bring the project
within budget. Changes in the parking lot paving, concession/rest room building
specifications, and the parking lot area lighting resulted in sufficient reductions to allow
the project to be within budget. The item was approved by Council on August 28, 1997.
Much of the underground utility installation is complete. The slabs for the two structures
on the property have been completed.
Task: Project Design: November 1996 - July 1997
Advertisement & Award. July - August 1997
Complete: June 1998
2. EDELWEISS PARK
Project Number. PK9707
Budget. $25,000
ContractAmount. 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 86 trees this December. The irrigation
system was installed in August. Tree planting was completed in December 1997. A park
sign will be installed when the bid process is complete.
Task: Project Design: June 1997
Advertisement & Award. June 1997
Complete: August 1997 (irrigation)
December 1997 (Trees)
April 1998 (Sign)
CIP Report 1/6/98 Pagel of
3. 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. Installation was completed in December 1997.
Task. Project Design:
Advertisement & Award. November 1997
Complete: January 1998
4. BEE CREEK / CENTRAL PARK SOFTBALL FIELD UPGRADES
Project Number. PK9801
Budget. $200,000
Contract Amount. N/A
Project Manager. Peter Vanecek
Project Design:
Comments/Status: Bee Creek improvements to include all new fencing for the softball
fields, new irrigation system, additional bleachers with covers. Central improvements
include new taller backstops, bleacher covers, drainage improvements, a small shelter
and dirt bins. Many of these improvements will be bid as separate items with fencing
improvements first. The fencing, backstops, and Bee Creek dugout roofs will be installed
Dec. '97 - Jan. '98. Fencing will be installed by Marek Brothers of College Station.
Bleacher covers and concrete additions will be bid in January 1998.
Task. Project Design: October 1997 - July 1998
Advertisement & Award.•
Complete: September 1998
CIP Report 1/6/98 . 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. Also
providing specifications and bid documents. Landscaping to be installed in
January/February 1998,
2. COLLEGE STATION BUSINESS CENTER ($1,500,000)
PHASE II LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION DEVELOPMENT
Budges: $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
in January or February.
3. UTILITY CUSTOM SERVICE BUILDING
LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION DESIGN
Budget.• $30,000
Comments/Status: Landscape and irrigation design plans and specifications will begin in
August, and should be completed by November 1997. Installation will be bid out
as part of a general contract for this project.
CIP Report 1/6/98 Page 3 of 3
December 17, 1997
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Actin Plan
1. Complete acquisition of the athletic park site and develop a master plan
A. Complete property acquisition (Feb, 98)
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)
F. Present recommendation from consultant to TIF Board for consideration (Jan, 98)
G. Present silt study recommendations to City Council (Feb. 12, 1998)
H. Incorporate findings and recommendations into the revised WPC Master Plan (Feb,
98)
I. Develop implementation plan for proposed improvements (Feb, 98)
J. Present recommendation to Parks and Recreation Board (Mar. 10, 1998)
K. Present recommendation to Planning and Zoning Commission (Apr. 2, 1998)
L. Submit revised Wolf Pen Creek Master Plan and recommendations to City Council for
consideration (Apr.25, 1998)
H. Solicit request for proposals for design services (Feb, 98)
I. City Council approval of contract for design services (Apr, 98)
J. Complete design process and prepare bid documents (Sept, 98)
K. City Council approval of completed design/Authorization to bid project (Sept, 98)
4. Implementation of the Lincoln Center/Wayne Smith Park Master Plan
E. Consideration of formal name for baseball complex (Mar, 98)
F. City Council approval of name (Apr, 98)
G. Begin first season (Summer 98)
H. Develop recommendation for future improvements (Summer, 1998)
5. Implementation of the Sports and Recreation Association
6. Conduct public hearings and oversee design process for Woodway Park
B. Acceptance of parkland dedication from Holleman Arms Apartment project (1998)
C. Conduct public hearings, develop conceptual designs (Fall, 1998)
D. City Council approval of plans and authorization to begin construction (Fall, 1998)
G. Joint meeting with Parks and Recreation Board and Lick Creek Park Advisory
Committee to consider master plan (Jan. 27, 1998)
H. Council approval (Feb. 26, 98)
8. Investieate opportunities for a park in Zone 10
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E. Acquire site (Parkland Dedication 1998)
9. Design small park that serves the Spring Loop residents
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B. Obtain population density estimates and demographic information (Spring 98)
C. Develop potential alternatives and recommendations and present findings to the
Board (Summer 98)
10. Reconsider disc golf.
C. Develop recommendations for implementation (Summer, 98)
11. Consider revisions to the Parkland Dedication Ordinance
D. Review of draft ordinance by Parks & Recreation Board (Jan. 13, 1998)
E. Presentation of draft ordinance to focus group (Feb. 3, 1998)
F. Approval of draft ordinance by Planning & Zoning Commission (Feb. 19, 1998)
G. Workshop and presentation to City Council (Mar. 12, 1998)
H. Approval of revised ordinance by City Council (Mar. 26, 98)
Page 3 of 3
P. O. Box 9960 - 1101 Texas Avenue College Station, TX 77842
Tel: 409 764 3500
January 12, 1998
TO: Subcommittee for Naming Parks and Recreation Facilities
FROM: John L. Crompton, Subcommittee Chair
SUBJECT: Subcommittee Meeting
After contacting all members of the subcommittee by phone, it appears that
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we are all available to meet at 7:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Center on Monday,
January 26. In accordance with City policy, the Parks and Recreation
Board has received two petitions from groups containing the signatures of
25 or more registered voters. They propose alternative names for the new
baseball fields near the Lincoln Street. These two documents are enclosed.
The purpose,.,. of our meeting is to reach consensus on a recommendation
for a name to forward to the Parks and Recreation Board. Thank you for
your willingness to serve on this subcommittee. I look forward to meeting
with you. If you have any questions, please call me at 845-5320 (W) or
696-0825 (H).
cc: Ms. Elizabeth Cunha, Parks and Recreation Chair
Mr. Steve Beachy, Director
Home of Texas A&M University
JAN-0E 9E 16:33 FROM:PARKS REC & TOURISM 409-845-0446
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TO: Subcommittee for Naming Parks and Recreation facilities
FROM: Elizabeth Cunha, Parks and 'Recreation Board Chair
SUBJECT: IYattrirrg ®f Baseball i elds near Lincoln Center
On Tuesday, December 9, I received a petition for the naming of the ne�v ' _;.S_-'Y :?
located next to the Lincoln Center. The policy for naming parks requires that ail
petition I am to appoint a subcommittee whose purpose is to evaluate the namin
make a subsequent recommendation to the Parks and Recreation Board. rr.}
understanding that additional petitions concerning this same facility may be for:'.:::::::..
that is the case, I ask that the same subcommittee act on any and all petition, de';;;
naming of the ballfields adjacent to the Lincoln Center.
1 asked Dr. Crompton to submit the formal written report including a recomrrier"'i':;i; fo: a
name by the Board's March meeting. Thank you for your service.
I am inviting the following people to serve on this committee:
John Crompton, Chair
J 1000 Rose Circle
College Station 77840
696-0825(H)
845-5320(W)
Debra Anderson, Vice Chair
2919 Meadowbrook Court
College Station 77845
694-9548(H)
361-6534(W)
James Steen
309 Holleman Drive
College Station 77840
696-2581 (H)
Sterling Whitley
1010 Dexter Drive
Collage Station 77840
764-7703(H)
223-7000 (W)
Ken Livingston
1904 Bee creek
✓ College Station 77940
693-2065 (H)
845-2423 (W)
Ron Carter
1308 Leacrest
College Station 77840
693-4767 (H)
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Larry johtison
803 ValVerdc
College Station
764-3611 (%V)
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LINCOLN FORMER STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
POST OFFICE BOX 9625 4- COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77842-9625
James Steen, President + Phone: (409) 696-2581
Lucille Young, Vice President + Phone: (409) 696-8641
Letter of Request
December 15, 1997
Elizabeth Cunha, Chair
College Station Parks and Recreation Board
4019 Tiffany Trail
College Station, Texas 77845
Dear Chair, Elizabeth Cunha:
The Lincoln Former Students Association of College Station, Texas would like to call to your attention the many
contributions of Mr. W. A. Tarrow. He was an educator, teacher, and principal of the Lincoln High School for
approximately twenty years. He was instrumental in encouraging many high school graduates to enter an
institution of higher learning.
Mr. Tarrow was also an outstanding leader in the Lee Chapel United Methodist Church of Bryan, Texas. Some
- areas in which he served: Delegate to Texas Annual Conference, Teacher of Men's Bible Class, Trustee Board
Chairperson, Education Chair, and Member of the United Methodist Men's Organization.
To highlight a few of his accomplishments as principal: 1) instrumental in change of a school name - from the
A&M Consolidated Negro School to Lincoln High School in 1946; 2) by 1954, the following had been erected
on the existing site: a four -room high school building, Home Economics Cottage, Science Building, Gymnasium,
All -Purpose room and additional classrooms; 3) increased Faculty from six to ten classroom teachers, Home
Economics and Shop teachers, and 4) Lincoln High School received Accreditation from the State Department
of Education. The students at Lincoln High School were encouraged to be proud of who we are and to do the best
that we in all our endeavors. Therefore, the birth of our motto, "Forward Forever, Backward Never." His dual
role is characterized as a concerned individual who wanted each student to work to his potential.
C omments from Former ,students:
'Mr. Tarrow was highly respected as a father figure to all students who attended Lincoln High School. His mild manner made it easy
to converse with him. He was a very intelligent man whom the entire community loved. "
Audrey Steen Williamson, Class '52
(Retired Teacher)
"On and off school grounds, Principal Tarrow retained the same mannerism. He was always willing to listen and offer assistance
to anyone whenever possible. " I will forever rememberMr. Tarrow trying to teach me the basic principles of geometry and ended
up saying, "Annie Lee, you cannot draw a straight line with a ruler but you will before leaving my class."
Annie Hollie Williams, Class '63
(Small Computer Operator, TAES)
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"The memories ofMr. Tarrow will always be with me because he was a very special person. He was not only my high
school principal and instructor but my inspiration to become a teacher. He was a person that you could be comfortable
with as a student as well as a teacher. "
Ethel Mae Steen Delley, Class '53
(Former Student & Elementary Teacher)
W. A. Tarrow dedicated his life, honor, knowledge, and experience to the Lincoln High School which served the
educational needs of the Black children in College Station for approximately twenty-four years at
1000 Eleanor Street.
Therefore, we, the Lincoln Former Students Association respectfully requests that the area designated as the
"field" of the Wayne Smith Little League Baseball Complex, be named: The W. A. Tarrow Field.
We have taken to our hearts the memories that will be cherished forever if you will consider in your next meeting
this very urgent request. The greatest satisfaction will come in knowing that the park adjacent to the Lincoln Center
will serve as a memorial to the man but in honor of the great legacy he left with us.
Your cooperation in this matter will be greatly appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
es Steen, President
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Luc(Ieoung, V' residenteJ
Secretary
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LINCOLN FORMER STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
P.O. BOX 9625
COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77842-9625
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LINCOLN FORMER STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
POST OFFICE BOX 9625 I COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77842-9625
James Steen , President + Phone: (409) 696-2581
Lucille Young, Vice President + Phone: (409) 696-8641
Letter of Request
December 15, 1997
Steve Beachy, Director
College Station Parks and Recreation Board
4019 Tiffany Trail
College Station, Texas 77845
To: Parks and Recreation Board
Re: Request for Air Conditioning System in gymnasium
As former students of Lincoln High School and residents of this community we have frequently
used the facilities at Lincoln Center for many years and participated in various programs and
events sponsored by the Lincoln Center Staff. Our monthly meetings are held at Lincoln Center.
Previously,we sponsored Basketball Tournaments as a fundraiser for the Scholarship Fluid. For
a number of years , The Lincoln Former Students Association has held Gospel Musicals in the
gymnasium during the months of April and'Hovember. The temperature in the gymnasium has
been very uncomfortable at times, especially for our mature adults and young mothers with small
children. Presently, "Walk -to -Music" is opened to the public on Monday and Friday evenings.
i This program was initiatedby the Former Students for health reasons. However, the facility needs
an A.C. System.
It is the dream of the Lincoln Former Students Association to one day be able to host the School
Reunion Banquet and Religious Service in the Lincoln gymnasium.
Many of our young people participate in sports and other extra -curricular activities daily in the
gym and the temperature is overwhelmingly uncomfortable year round - too hot in summer and
too cold in winter. We feel that no one should have to work or play under these conditions. And
this being the only community facility where our children and youth can participate in supervised
activities that are not only games and sport related but the Staff also provides learning
opportunities that are educational and social skills development. Numerous events are geared
toward the entire community.
Therefore, we, the Lincoln Former Students Association respectfully ask the Board to consider our
Request for an "A. C. System" for the Lincoln Recreation Center Gymnasium in your next meeting.
Thanking you in advance for your consideration of this matter.
jes Steen, President
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CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
FACILITIES
Preface
These guidelines are intended to insure orderly consideration, development and
maintenance of monuments, memorials, and exhibits on city -owned property. They
have been developed to be certain that any new additions enhance the beauty and
interest of the areas in which they are placed. These guidelines should also be used
as a checklist to aid anyone requesting that a monument, memorial, or exhibit be
placed on city -owned property. City cemeteries are exempt from these guidelines.
Guidelines Test
The following test has been developed to help insure equitable and consistent
decisions dealing with these matters:
1. Please provide the following information: name, date, contact person, address
and telephone number of the organization, group or individual making the
i t request, and a statement describing the details of the proposed monument,
memorial, or exhibit.
2. When involving park and recreation land or facilities, has it been presented to
the Parks and Recreation Department? Procedurally; a request is first
presented to the Parks and Recreation Department, and then a
recommendation from staff or the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is
forwarded to. the City Council for their final approval. It is suggested that
requests be submitted at the earliest stages of the proposed project to insure
coordination with other activities or development.
3. How is the proposed project being funded and are those funds committed and
available? Please state source of funds.
4. Has the entity making the proposal made provisions for long-term maintenance
and upkeep? To insure appropriate maintenance and upkeep, an acceptable
plan must be 'approved and accepted by the City of College Station.
5. Would the proposed project increase liability to the City? Design should be in a
manner that does not pose any hazard or danger to the general public.
6. Does the project provide a functional purpose compatible with the proposed site
or facility? Projects that have received previous approval have had a function
I consistent with the location. As an example, trees, benches, gardens and
fountains have been successfully incorporated into projects in a manner that
memorializes or recognizes a person, date, place or thing.
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7. Does the project fit conceptually, aesthetically, and architecturally with the
proposed site? Most public areas have a character that is distinctive or unique.
It is most appropriate to place a feature in an area where it will conform to or
enhance the theme and character of the site or facility.
8. Please state the proposed timetable for accomplishing the proposal.
9. Any plaque or item of recognition that is intended to be located at the site of the
proposed monument, memorial, or exhibit will be provided by the sponsor and
located on site upon approval by the City of College Station. Free-standing
markers that are proposed to be located in turf areas are to be avoided.
If you have questions or need additional information, please call the College Station
Parks and Recreation Department at 764-3773. If making a proposal or seeking
permission to install a memorial, monument, or exhibit, please include written answers
to the above questions to expedite consideration by the Parks and Recreation
Department.
{
Ron Gay, Board Chairman
Date
Attest:
Bridgette George CPS, Board Secretary
Date
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Preface
This policy is intended to serve as an outline for individuals or organizations seeking to name City of
College Station parks and recreation facilities. This policy is not meant to be all -encompassing, but
a helpful guide to make the process more fluid and practical. Each request has unique
characteristics and must be addressed as such. This policy attempts to outline the minimum naming
requirements as reflected by previous Parks and Recreation Advisory Board decisions and
discussions. It may be necessary to supplement, as required, more detailed criteria for this process.
Procedure
1. All requests for naming a park or facility are to be presented to the Parks and Recreation
Department for consideration. For consideration, the requests are to be made by a group or
civic organization upon presentation of a petition containing the signatures of 25 or more
registered voters from the City of College Station. Requests made by individuals will only be
considered if the request satisfies Sections 1, 2 or 3 of the policy guidelines. Parks do not
need to be named after an individual. When named after an individual, the justification must
be compelling.
2. The naming request for a recently deceased individual will have a sixty (60) day waiting
period from the time of death before the request may be proposed for consideration.
3. The Parks and Recreation Department staff will review the requests for completeness before
submitting the item for consideration by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
4. The chairperson of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board shall appoint a subcommittee
that will be responsible for evaluation of the naming request and subsequent
recommendation to the full Advisory Board.
5. The subcommittee shall submit its recommendation in a formal written report prior to full
review by the Advisory Board.
6. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, by simple majority, shall approve or disapprove
the recommendations made by the subcommittee.
7. If the subcommittee's recommendation is for approval and it is disapproved by the full
Advisory Board, the matter may then be referred back to the subcommittee for further action.
8. If the subcommittee's recommendation is for denial of the request, no further action is
required by the Board.
9. If the proposed naming is approved by the Advisory Board, then the recommendation will be
forwarded to the City Council for their consideration and final approval or disapproval.
Parks and facilities should be named in the following manner:
1. In honor of individuals who donate land for park space;
2. In honor of individuals who sell open space to the City at a value considerably below market
value;
3. In honor of individuals or organizations that contribute 50% or better of land and/or money for
the park or facility;
4. In honor of national, state, and local heroes;
5. In honor of community leaders whose outstanding personal service has resulted in significant
and enduring contributions to the community. Support for the proposed name should include
endorsements by other groups, neighborhoods, or organizations.
6. In relation to the predominant geographical characteristics or physical features (lakes, rivers,
streams, and trees) of the land;
7. In relation to the subdivisions within the City where the site is located;
8. In relation to streets adjacent to the park;
9. No park shall be given the same name as an existing school site or public facility, except
where the sites abut one another.,
10. No park or facility officially named for a particular individual will be changed. However, there
may be a park or facility that has a common name with no official designation. In this
instance the renaming of such properties is sometimes appropriate.
APPROVED:
Ron Gay, Board Chairman
Date
Attest:
Bridgette George CPS, Board Secretary
Date
December 30, 1997
Mr. Steve Beachy
College Station Parks and Recreation
P. O. Box 9960
College Station, TX 77842
Dear Steve:
On behalf of the Bryan -College Station Chamber of Commerce, we would like to express our
gratitude, once again, to the College Station Parks and Recreation Department for providing
and placing the grandstands at the annual Holiday Parade. Your willingness to help and
your cooperation contributes to the success of this community event.
We wish the College Station Parks and Recreation Department and their families a very
Happy and Safe Holiday Season!
Sincerely yours,
avdlz--�'
Beverly Borders
Manager of Community Affairs
P.O. Box 3579
Bryan, Texas 77805
(409) 260-5200
Fax (409) 260-5208
LINCOLN FORMER STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
POST OFFICE BOX 9625 + COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77842-9625
James Steen, President H Phone: (409) 696-2581
Lucille Young, Vice President + Phone: (409) 696-8641
Letter of Request
December 15, 1997
Elizabeth Cunha, Chair
College Station Parks and Recreation Board
4019 Tiffany Trail
College Station, Texas 77845
To: Parks and Recreation Board
Re: Request for Air Conditioning System in gymnasium
As former students of Lincoln High School and residents of this community we have frequently
used the facilities at Lincoln Center for many years and participated in various programs and
events sponsored by the Lincoln Center Staff. Our monthly meetings are held at Lincoln Center.
Previously, we sponsored Basketball Tournaments as a fundraiser for the Scholarship Fund. For
a number of years , The Lincoln Former Students Association has held Gospel Musicals in the
gymnasium during the months of April and November. The temperature in the gymnasium has
been very uncomfortable at times, especially for our mature adults and young mothers with small
children. Presently, "Walk -to -Music" is opened to the public on Monday and Friday evenings.
This program was initiatedby the Former Students for health reasons. However, the facility needs
an A.C. System.
It is the dream of the Lincoln Former Students Association to one day be able to host the School
Reunion Banquet and Religious Service in the Lincoln gymnasium.
Many of our young people participate in sports and other extra -curricular activities daily in the
gym and the temperature is overwhelmingly uncomfortable year round - too hot in summer and
too cold in winter. We feel that no one should have to work or play under these conditions. And
this being the only community facility where our children and youth can participate in supervised
activities that are not only games and sport related but the Staff also provides learning
opportunities that are educational and social skills development. Numerous events are geared
toward the entire community.
Therefore, we, the Lincoln Former Students Association respectfully ask the Board to consider our
Request for an "A.C. System" for the Lincoln Recreation Center Gymnasium in your next meeting.
Thanking you in advance for your consideration of this matter.
es Steen, President
Forward Forever, Backward Never + Forward Forever, backward Never ♦ Forward Forever, Backward Never
CITY OF COLLEGE ST'ATION
Post Office Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue
College Station, Texas 77842-9960
(409) 764-3500
Mr. James Steen
President, Lincoln Former Students Association
P. O. Box 9625
College Station, Texas 77842-9625
Dear Mr. Steen:
Thank you for your recent letter concerning the recommendation for the name of the new baseball
facilities in honor of Mr. W. A. Tarrow. Mr. Tarrow is certainly a worthy person for such a
designation. There is an approved policy that outlines process for the naming of City parks or
facilities that I have enclosed with this letter. One requirement is to gather a petition with the
signatures of twenty five residents endorsing a particular recommendation. This is then submitted
to the Parks & Recreation Department and forwarded to the Parks and Recreation Board for their.
consideration. One such request has . been received at this , time with the recommendation to name
these facilities in honor of Wayne Smith, an early leader in the College Station youth baseball
program.
As you know, a special committee has been appointed by the Chairman of the Parks and
Recreation Board to consider a recommendation for the formal name for the new facilities. This
committee has representation from the Lincoln Former Students Association, the Lincoln Center.
Advisory Committee and the College Station Little League. The committee will act upon the.
request that has been received and forward their recommendation to the Parks and Recreation
Board for consideration. The Board will then forward a recommendation to the City Council for
final approval.
I recommend that your organization proceed with the collection of the required number of
signatures on the petition and then submit the request to our office as soon as possible. This may
enable the appointed committee to consider both requests at the same time while developing their
recommendation.
Please feel free to contact me at 764-3413 should you need additional information or assistance.
Sinc ly,
Aevachy
Director,
Parks and Recreation
copies: Skip Noe, City Manager
Elizabeth Cunha, Parks & Recreation Board Chair
Home of Texas A&M University
January 12, 1998
TO: Subcommittee for Naming Parks and Recreation Facilities
FROM: John L. Crompton, Subcommittee Chair
SUBJECT: Subcommittee Meeting
After contacting all members of the subcommittee by phone, it appears that
we are all available to meet at 7:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Center on Monday,
January 26. In accordance with City policy, the Parks and Recreation
Board has received two petitions from groups containing the signatures of
25 or more registered voters. They propose alternative names for the new
baseball fields near the Lincoln Street. These two documents are enclosed.
The purposed of our meeting is to reach consensus on a recommendation
for a name to forward to the Parks and Recreation Board. Thank you for
your willingness to serve on this subcommittee. I look forward to meeting
with you. If you have any questions, please call me at 845-5320 (W) or
696-0825 (H).
cc: Ms. Elizabeth Cunha, Parks and Recreation Chair
Mr. Steve Beachy, Director
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1. Develop a Greenways Plan which will:
A. Identify potential greenways in the city that may realistically be brought to fruition.
B. Prioritize them on the basis of
(i) Expediency -- those that can be implemented most quickly
(ii) Importance -- those which will have most long-term impact
C. Identify ownership of land in the priority greenways
D..Sugge`st funding/acquisition alternatives for bringing them to fruition. Provide a
tentative CIP budget for them.
E. Suggest time lines for implementing stages of each of the priority greenways
F. Suggest mechanism/strategies for building public support for the issue.
2. Develop a structure with the school board which will ensure city involvement in the design and
funding of indoor facilities relating to athletics and after -school programs (including "teen
centers" in all future school building projects.
A. Synchronize a long term plan which ensures that bond money from both entities is
available when needed to bring the projects to fruition.
B. Develop model briefs/specifications/set of elements for each type of school project
(elementary, middle, junior -high, high) that show the desired extent of city
involvement.
C. Discuss with Teen Board the potential for integrating teen center development into
these proposals.
3. Develop an Urban Forestry Plan
A. Invite Dr. Newton's FRSC 420 Arborculture class in Fall 1998 to undertake an
inventory of trees on streets and develop recommendations of streets on which
new tree planting efforts should focus.
B. Develop a proactive planting initiative based on city -resident partnerships similar to
the NeighborWoods program in Austin.
C. Establish a Committee to develop (Revise) a City Tree Ordinance after reviewing
those adopted in other Texas cities.
4. Complete Lick Creek Master Plan Process
A. Commission an anthropological study of the park.
B. Establish a Standing Committee to oversee Lick Creek Park.
5. Develop a Master Plan to guide Park and Recreation Department investments over the next 5-
10 year period.
MEMORANDUM
January 16, 1998
TO: Parkland Dedication Ordinance Focus Group
FROM: Steve Beachy, Director of Parks & Recreation
SUBJECT: Proposed Revisions to the Parkland Dedication Ordinance
You have been asked to serve on an ad hoe advisory panel to review proposed changes to the
existing parkland dedication ordinance (Number 1265 - January 22, 1981). These proposed
revisions have been developed by a committee of staff members from the Parks & Recreation
Department and the Development Services Department and representatives from the Planning &
1 Zoning Commission and the Parks & Recreation Board.
A -copy of the current ordinance and the proposed ordinance is enclosed along with a section that .
lists the proposed changes. Also, a list of the members of the focus group is enclosed for your.,
information and assistance. '
Please review these materials and discuss them with others that may have an interest. Be prepared
to share your thoughts concerning the proposed ordinance during a meeting of the group on
Tuesday, February 3, 1998. The meeting will be held in the training room at City Hall starting at
7:00pm.
If the consensus of the group is supportive of the proposed changes, the revised ordinance will be
presented to the Planning & Zoning Commission on Thursday, February 19th. If there are
significant changes or concerns about the proposed ordinance, it will be referred back to the Parks
& Recreation Board for further consideration.
Thank you for your time and assistance in this matter.
Home of Texas A&M University
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
PARKLAND DEDICATION ORDINANCE
FOCUS GROUP
January 16,1998
Mike McClure
17ZZ Broadmoor
Bryan, TX 77802
776-6700
Winnie Garner
2708 Redhill
College Station, TX 77845
260-4399
James Massey
33.05 Mildonhall Ct.
College Station, TX 77845
845-3835
Steve Ardan
4103 S.Texas Ave.,, Ste.. 100
Bryan, TX 77802'.
846-5735
Fain. McDougal
7607,Ealstmark, Ste. Z53-C
College Station, Texas 7M40
764-4000
City Staff
Steve Beachy
Director of Parks & Recreation
764-3413
Eric Ploeger-
Asst. Director of Parks & Recreation
764-3415- -
Charles Thomas
2.902 Coronado Dr.
College Station, Texas 77845
696-4384
John Szabuniewicz
1004 Shady Dr.
College Station, Texas 77845
.260-1-647
EoardLiaisons.•
John Crompton
1000 Rose Cir.
College Station, TX 77840
845-5320
Gary Halter
1204 Ashburn
Collegb, Station, TX 77840
845-215z,
Jane Kee
City Planner
764-3757
Harvey Cargill
City Attorney
764-3507
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Updated dedication fee to cover cost of land as well as development costs for
Neighborhood Parks and Community Parks.
Land $178/Dwelling Unit
Development 8525 welling Unit
Total Fee $703/Dwelling Unit (Previously $225/Dwelling Unit)
Increase required land from one (1) acre per 133 dwelling units, to one (1) acre per
62 dwelling units, to keep our current level of service at seven (7) acres per 1,000
population.
Inclusion of Community Park land as well as Neighborhood Park land in dedication
requirements.
Includes a definition of community park land.
Reference to Park and Open Space Plan, and the City's Comprehensive Plan.
Includes specific characteristics and guidelines from the recently adopted
Comprehensive Plan. This deals with park locations and surrounding development.
City can require collector -width streets rather than residential width, where streets
abut a park. City participation in the street construction is also called for if the
upgrade to a larger street is required.
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Provides for requirements for street access to parks that contain floodway or flood
plain.
O:\ Parks\ 80\p1dchange
Funds must be spent within five (5) years or the developer is entitled to a refund.
(The previous term was two (2) years).
OA Parks\ 80\ pldchange
q rra eliu^�uiui "l acll instance, the City shall c0 to they'
ount the cost of the underground facilities exceeds the cost of over d facilities
and shall charge the developer this sum.
ce No. 1816 of July 27, 1989)
99=G t Liahts
The deve r shall pay the entire cost of the subdivisio reet light installation, including
the cost of se ' e lines to supply electricity to the str lights, and all engineering design
costs. Once satis orily installed, approved, and epted, the maintenance of the street
lights and the furnis of electric energy to street lights shall be provided by the
City.'
(Ordinance No. 1985 of November 12, 1992)
9-H Street Sians
The City will install street at no cost to the
94 Enaineerina
94.1 The Klwill make no charge for engineering inspection as considered neces-
uring construction and for final inspection; however, it is understood
t the City will do no layout work or daily inspection.
00
9- The City may require compaction tests on embankments and flexible base , d
depth tests on flexible bases and pavements, and pressure tests on piping syste
before final inspection and approval..
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SECTION 10: REQUIREMENTS FOR PARK LAND DEDICATION
10-A. Purpose
10-A1 This section is adopted to provide recreational areas in the form of neighborhood
parks as a function of subdivision development in the City of College Station. This
section is enacted in accordance with the home rule powers of the City of College
Station, granted under the Texas Constitution, and the statutes of the State of
Texas, including, but not by way of limitation, Articles 974a and 1175. It is hereby
declared. by the City Council that recreational areas in the form of neighborhood
parks are necessary and in the public welfare, and that the only adequate proce-
dure to provide for same is by integrating such a requirement into the procedure for
planning and developing property or subdivisions in the city, whether such devel-
opment consists -of new construction on vacant land or rebuilding and remodeling
of structures on existing residential property.
10 A2 Neighborhood parks are those parks providing for a variety of outdoor recreational
opportunities and within convenient distances from a majority of the residences to
be served thereby. The park zones established by the Parks and Recreation
Department and shown on the official Parks and Recreation map for the City of
College Station shall be prima facie proof that any park located therein is within
such a convenient distance from any residence located- therein. The primary cost
of neighborhood parks should be borne -by the ultimate residential property owners
who, by reason of the proximity of their property to such parks, shall be the primary
beneficiaries of such facilities. Therefore, the following requirements are adopted
to effect the purposes stated:
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10-B General Requirement. R-1. R-IA. R-2, R-3, R-4. R-5, R-6 Land, to be Used for Sinale-Famiiu.
Duplex. and/or Anartment Residential Purooses
10-B.1 Whenever a final plat is filed of record with the County Clerk of Brazos County for
development of a residential area in accordance with the planning and zoning reg-
ulations of the City, such plat shall contain a clear fee simple dedication of an area
of land to the City for park purposes, which area shall equal to one (1) acre for
each one hundred thirty-three (133) proposed dwelling units. Any proposed plat
submitted to the City for approval shall show the area proposed to be dedicated
under this section. The required dedication of this subsection may. be met by a
payment of money in lieu of land when permitted or required by the other provi-
signs of this section.
10-13.2 The City Council declares that development of an area smaller than one (1) acre
for public parks Purposes is. impractical. Therefore, if fewer than one hundred
thirty-three (133) units are proposed by a plat filed for approval, the developer shall
be required to pay the applicable cash in lieu of land amount provided by 10-D.3.,
rather than to dedicate any land area. No plat showing a dedication of less than
one (1) acre shall be approved.
10-B.3 In instances where an area of less than five '(5) acres is required to be dedicated;
the City shall have the right to accept the dedication for approval on the final plat,
or to refuse same, after consideration of the recommendation of the Planning and
Zoning Commission and the Parks and Recreation Board, and to require payment of
cash iris lieu. of land- in the amount provided by 10-13.3., if the City determines that
sufficient park area is air eady'in the public domaui in the area of the proposed
development, or if the recreation potential for that zone would be better served by
expanding or improving existing parks.
10-B.4 The dedication required by this section shall be made by filing of the final plat or
contemporaneously by separate instrument unless additional dedication is required. C
subsequent to the filing of the final plat. . If the actual, number of completed
dwelling units exceeds the figure upon which the original dedication was based,
such additional dedication shall be required, and shall be made by payment of the
cash in lieu of land. amount provided by 10-D.3., or by the conveyance of an entire
numbered lot to the City.
10-C Prior Dedication: Absence of Prior Dedication
1 omC.I. Credit's hall be given for land and/or money dedicated pursuant to Ordinance 690.
or 983.
10-C.2 If a dedication ;requirement arose prior to passage of this section, that dedication
requirement shall be . controlled by the ordinance in effect at the time such obliga-
tion arose, except that additional dedication shall be required if the actual density
of structures constructed upon property is greater than the former assumed density.
.Addiiional dedication shall be required only for the increase in density and shall be
based upon the ratio set forth in 10-B. of this section.
10-C.3 At the discretion of the City, any former gift of land to the City may be credited on a
per' acre basis toward eventual land dedication requirements imposed on the donor
of such lands. The.City. Council shall consider the recommendation of the Planning
and Zoning Commission and the Parks and Recreation Board in exercising its
discretion under this subsection.
l0-D Monev in Lieu of Land
10-D.1 Subject to veto of the City Council, a land owner responsible for dedication under
this section may elect to meet the requirements of 10-B. in whole or in part by a
cash payment in lieu of land, in the amount set forth in 10-D.3. Such payment in
Lieu of land shall be made at or prior to the time of final plat approval.
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1O-D.2 The City may from time to time decide to purchase land for parks in or near the
area of actual or potential development. If the City does purchase park land in a
park zone, subsequent park land dedications for that zone shall be in cash only,
and calculated to reimburse the City's actual cost' of acquisition and development
of such land for parks. The cash amount shall be equal to the sum of the average
price per acre of such land, and the actual cost of adjacent streets and on -site utfli-
ties, or an estimate of such actual cost provided by the City Engineer. Once the
City has been reimbursed entirely for all such park land within a park zone, this
.subsection shall cease to apply, and the other subsections of this section shall
again be applicable.
10-D.3 To the extent that 10-13.2. is not applicable, the dedication requirement shall be met
by a payment in lieu of land at a per -acre price set from time to time by resolution
by the City Council, sufficient to acquire land and provide for adjacent streets and
utilities for a neighborhood park to serve the park zone in which such development
is located. Unless changed by the City Council, such per -acre. price shall be com-
puted on the basis of Two Hundred Twenty-five Dollars ($225.00) per dwelling unit.
Cash payments may be used only for acquisition or improvement of a neighborhood
park located within the same zone as the development.
10-E Comprehensive Plan Considerations
Land shown on a comprehensive plan as being suitable for development of the City for a
major recreational center, school site, park, or other public use, shall be reserved for a
period of one (1) year after the preliminary plat is approved by the City if within two (2)
months after such approval the City Council advises the subdivider of its desire to acquire
the land or of the interest of another government unit to acquire the land, for purchase by
the interested governmental authority at land appraisal value at the time of purchase. A
failure by the City Council to so notify the subdivider shall constitute a waiver of the right to
reserve the land. Any waiver of the right to reserve the land shall no longer be effective if
the preliminary plat shall expire without adoption of a final plat.
10-F ' Special Fund: Riaht to Refund
10-17.1 There is hereby established a special fund for the deposit of all sums paid in lieu of
land dedication under this section or any preceding ordinance, which fund shall be
known as the park land dedication fund.
10-17.2 The City shall account for all sums paid in lieu of land dedication under this section
with reference to the individual plats involved. Any funds pairs for such purposes
must be expended by the City within two (2) years from the date received by the
City for acquisition of development of a neighborhood park as defined herein. Such
funds shall be considered. to be spent on a first in, first out basis. If not so
expended, the owners of the property on the last day of such period shall be enti-
tled to a prorata refund of such sum, computed on a square footage of area basis.
The owners of such property must request such refund within one (1) year of enti-
tlement, in writing, or such right shall be barred.
10-G Additional Reouirements: Definitions
10-G.1 Any land dedicated to the city under this section must be suitable for park and
recreation uses. The following characteristics of a proposed area are generally
unsuitable:
(a) Any area primarily located in the 100-year flood plain.
(b) Any areas of unusual topography or slope which renders same unusable for
organized recreational activities.
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The above characteristics of a park land dedication area may be grounds for
refusal of any preliminary plat.
10-G.2 Drainage areas may be accepted as part of a park if the channel is constructed in
accordance with City Engineering standards, and if no significant area of the park
is cut off from access by such channel.
10-G.3 Each park must have ready access to public streets.
10-GA Unless provided otherwise herein, an action by the City shall be by the City Coun-
cil, after consideration of the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Com-
mission and the Parks and Recreation Board. Any proposal considered by the
Planning and Zoning Commission under this section shall have been reviewed by
the Parks and Recreation Board and its recommendation given to' the Commission. .
The Commission may make a decision contrary to such recommendations only by a
concurring vote of at least five (5) members. Should the Commission be unable to
get this vote, the matter shall then be referred to the City Council for its decision.
(Ordinance No. 1268 of January 22, 1981)
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SECTION 10: REQUIREMENTS FOR PARK LAND DEDICATION
10-A. Pure
1QA,I This section is adopted to provide recreational areas in the form of
neighborhood and community parks as a function of subdivision development
in the City of College Station. This section is enacted in accordance with the
home rule powers of the City of College Station, granted under the Texas
Constitution, and the statutes of the State of Texas, including, but not by way of
limitation, (LOCAL GOV'T CODE REF.) It is hereby declared by the City Council
that recreational areas in the form of neighborhood and community parks are
necessary and in the public welfare, and that the only adequate procedure to
provide for same is by integrating such a requirement into the procedure for
planning and developing property or subdivisions in the city, whether such
development consists of new construction on vacant land or redevelopment of
structures for residential use.
I O-A.2 Neighborhood parks are those parks providing for a variety of outdoor
recreational opportunities and within convenient distances from a majority of
the residences to be served thereby. The park zones established by the Parks
and Recreation Department and shown on the official Parks and Recreation map
for the City of College Station shall be prima facie proof that any park located
therein is within such a convenient distance from any residence located therein.
The primary cost of neighborhood parks should be borne by the ultimate
i residential property owners who, by reason of the proximity of their property to
such parks, shall be the primary.beneficiaries of such facilities.
10-A•3• Community parks tend to serve many neighborhoods and provide many of the
same types of facilities as neighborhood parks with the addition of facilities such
as athletic fields, pavilions, rest rooms, playing courts, and nature preserves. In
College Station, -community parks will generally be 40-50 acres and serve one
park zone.
Therefore, the following requirements are adopted to effect the purposes stated above:
10-13 General Requirement, Any land to be used for Residential Purposes.
Dedications shall cover both land and development costs for both neighborhood and
community parkland.
10-8•1 Land Dedication and Development Cost
Land Dedication
Whenever a final plat is filed of record with the County Clerk of Brazos County
for development of a residential area in accordance with the planning and
zoning regulations of the City, such plat shall contain a clear fee simple
dedication of an area of land to the City for park purposes, which area shall
( equal to one (1) acre for each sixty (62) proposed dwelling units.
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Development CogjD-edication
Development cost must be dedicated at $525 per dwelling unit. This figure is
the combined development cost estimate of $25,000 per acre for neighborhood
parks and $40,000 per acre for community parks.
Any proposed plat submitted to the City for approval shall show the area
proposed to be dedicated under this section. The required land dedication of
this subsection may be met by a payment of money in lieu of land when
permitted or required by the other provisions of this section. See section 10-D.
10-13.2 The City Council declares that development of an area smaller than one (1) acre
for public parks purposes is impractical. Therefore, if fewer than sixty (62) units
are proposed by a plat filed for approval, the developer shall be required to pay
the applicable cash in lieu of land amount provided by 10-D.3., rather than to
dedicate any land area. No plat showing a dedication of less than one (1) acre
shall be approved.
10-13.3 In instances where an area of less than five (5) acres is required to be dedicated,
the City shall have the right to accept the dedication for approval on the final
plat, or to refuse same, after consideration of the recommendation of the
Planning and Zoning Commission and the Parks and Recreation Board, and to
require payment of cash in lieu of land in the amount provided by 10-D.3., if
the City determines that sufficient park area is already in the public domain in
the area of the proposed development, or if the recreation potential for that zone
would be better served by expanding or improving existing parks.
10-13.4 The dedication required by this section shall be made by filing of the final plat
or contemporaneously by separate instrument unless additional dedication is
required subsequent to the filing of the final plat. If the actual number of
completed dwelling units exceeds the figure upon which the original dedication
was based, such additional dedication shall be required, and shall be made by
payment of the cash in lieu of land amount provided by 10-D.3., or by the
conveyance of an entire numbered lot to the City.
10-C Prior Dedication; Absence of Prior Dedication
10-C.1 Credit shall be given for land and/or money dedicated pursuant to Ordinance
690 or 983.
10-C.2 If a dedication requirement arose prior to passage of this section, that dedication
requirement shall be controlled by the ordinance in effect at the time such
obligation arose, except that additional dedication shall be required if the actual
density of structures constructed upon property is greater than the former
assumed density. Additional dedication shall be required only for the increase
in density and shall be based upon the ratio set forth in 10-B. of this section.
I O-C„3 At the discretion of the City, any former gift of land to the City may be credited
on a per acre basis toward eventual land dedication requirements imposed on
the donor of such lands. The City Council shall consider the recommendation
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of the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Parks and Recreation Board in
exercising its discretion under this subsection.
Money in Lieu of Land
10-D.1 Subject to veto of the City Council, a land owner responsible for dedication
under this section may elect to meet the requirements of 10-B. in whole or in
part by a cash payment in lieu of land, in the amount set forth in 10-D.3. Such
payment in lieu of land to accompany development cost dedication shall be
made at or prior to the time of final plat approval.
10-D.2 The City may from time to time decide to purchase land for parks in or near the
area of actual or potential development. If the City does purchase park land in a
park zone, subsequent park land dedications for that zone shall be in cash only,
and calculated to reimburse the City's actual cost of acquisition and
development of such land for parks. The cash amount shall be equal to the sum
of the average price per acre of such land, and the actual cost of adjacent streets
and on -site utilities, or an estimate of such actual cost provided by the City
Engineer. Once the City has been reimbursed entirely for all such park land
within a park zone, this subsection shall cease to apply, and the other
subsections of this section shall again be applicable.
10-D.3 Fee for Land
To the extent that 10-D.2. is not applicable, the dedication requirement shall be
met by a payment in lieu of land at a fee set from time to time by resolution by
the City Council sufficient to acquire neighborhood and community parkland,
Unless changed by the City Council, such per -acre -price shall be computed on
the basis of 178 dollars per dwelling unit. Cash payments may be used only for
acquisition or development of a neighborhood and/or community park located
within the same zone as the development.
Fee for Development
In addition to tie land dedication, there shall also be a fee set from time to time
by resolution of the City Council sufficient to provide for development of the
land to meet the standards for a neighborhood and community park to serve the
zone in which such development is located. Unless changed by City Council
this per -acre fee shall be computed on the basis of 525 dollars per dwelling unit.
The total fee for land dedication and fee for development is 703 dollars.
Comprehensive Plan Considerations
1 -E.1 The Park and Open Space Plan is intended to provide the College Station Parks
and Recreation Advisory Board with a guide upon which to base future
decisions. Because of the need to consider specific characteristics in the site
selection process, the park locations indicated on the Plan are general. The
actual locations, sizes, and number of parks will be determined when
development occurs. The Plan will also be used to locate desirable park sites
before development occurs, and those sites may be purchased by the City or
received as donations.
Parkland Dedication Ordinance Page 3 of 6
10-E.2 Park Zones are established by the City's Comprehensive Plan and are configured
to indicate service areas for neighborhood and community parks. Zone
boundaries are established that follow key topographic features such as major
thoroughfares, streams, and city limit lines.
10-F Special Fund; Right to Refund
10-F.1 There is hereby established a special fund for the deposit of all sums paid in lieu
of land dedication under this section or any preceding ordinance, which fund
shall be known as the park land dedication fund.
10-F.2 The City shall account for all sums paid in lieu of land dedication under this
section with reference to the individual plats involved. Any funds paid for such
purposes must be expended by the City within five (5) years from the date
received by the City for acquisition and/or development of a neighborhood or
community park as defined herein. Such funds shall be considered to be spent
on a first in, first out basis. If not so expended, the owners of the property on
the last day of such period shall be entitled to a prorata refund of such sum,
computed on a square footage of area basis. The owners of such property must
request such refund within one (1) year of entitlement, in writing, or such right
shall be barred.
10-G Additional .Requirements; Definitions
10-G.1 Any land dedicated to the city under this section must be suitable for park and
recreation uses. The following characteristics of a proposed area shall be
achieved wherever possible:
(a) Sites should be located substantially outside of the floodplain.
(b) Neighborhood park sites should be adjacent to residential areas in a
manner that serves the greatest number of users.
(c) Neighborhood park sites should be located so that users are not required
to cross arterial roadways to access them.
(d) Sites should be located adjacent to schools, where possible, in order to
encourage both shared facilities and the potential co -development of new
sites.
(e) Sites should be located adjacent to the greenbelt system so that
connections to the trail network may be easily achieved.
(f) Sites should not be severely sloping or have unusual topography which
would render the land unusable for organized recreational activities where
these activities are necessary to the type of park.
(g) Sites should have existing trees or other scenic elements.
Parkland Dedication Ordinance Page 4 of 6
10_G•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, parks should be bounded by streets or by other
public uses (e.g., school, library, recreation center).
(b) Where residential lots must directly abut a park, lots should be oriented so
as to side and not back to the park. In this instance, cul-de-sac and looped
streets should be used to access the lots and park (see illustrations).
Residential lots should back to a park only when the site's physical
character (e.g., shape, topography, drainage) does not reasonably permit
an alternative design or the layout of the subdivision complements the use
of the park (e.g., lots backing to a golf course).
(c) A proposed subdivision adjacent to a park may not be designed to restrict
reasonable access to the park from other area subdivisions. Street
connections to existing or future adjoining subdivision may be required to
provide reasonable access to parks.
(d) 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 permitted by the Planning and Zoning Commission if
public benefit is established.
(e) Alleys may abut a park, but they should not be designed to encourage their
use as a means of vehicular, bike or pedestrian travel to the park.
(f) 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.
(1) When park land is acquired, the City shall reserve sufficient land to
provide 50% of the right-of-way for abutting streets.
(2) Upon request by the developer, the City may participate up to 50% of
the total street cost where a street is required to abut a park. The
developer shall submit engineer's cost estimates in accordance with
the City's oversize participation procedures.
(3) In all cases, the City shall approve the proposed street alignment
fronting on city parks. Developers shall also provide street access to
all creeks or drainage ways which are maintained by a homeowner
association or dedicated as a drainage and floodway easement to the
city.
Parkland Dedication Ordinance Page 5 of 6
10-G.3 Drainage areas may be accepted as part of a park if the channel is constructed in
accordance with City Engineering standards, and if no significant area of the
park is cut off from access by such channel. Where the City has designated a
floodway or floodplain as part of the city park system, one of the following shall
be provided:
(a) Parallel streets fronting along the park.
(b) Cul-de-sacs which provide public access fronting on the park.
(c) Loop streets which provide public access fronting on the park.
In all cases, the City shall approve the proposed street alignment fronting on city
parks.
10-G.4 Unless provided otherwise herein, an action by the City shall be by the City
Council; after consideration of the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning
Commission and the Parks and Recreation Board. Any proposal considered by
the Planning and Zoning Commission under this section shall have been
reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Board and its recommendation given to
the Commission. The Commission may make a decision contrary to such
recommendations only by a concurring vote of at least five (5) members. Should
the Commission be unable to get this vote, the matter shall then .be referred to
the -City Council for its decision.
(Ordinance No. 1265 of January 22, 1981)
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Parkland Dedication Ordinance
Page 6 of 6
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
LICK CREEK PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE
SPECIAL MEETING
TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 1998 — 7:00 P.M.
COLLEGE STATION CONFERENCE CENTER
1300 GEORGE BUSH DRIVE
�_ W10
C-) AGENDA
1. Discussion and Consideration of a Master Plan for Lick Creek
Park
2. Adjourn
This building is wheelchair accessible. Handicapped parking spaces are available. Any request
for sign interpretive services must be made 48 hours before the meeting. To make
arrangements call 409-764-3547 or (TDD) 1-800-735-2989.
January 26, 1998
TO: Subcommittee for Naming Parks and Recreation Facilities
FROM: Elizabeth Cunha, Parks and Recreation Board Chair
SUBJECT: Naming of Baseball Fields near Lincoln Center
On Tuesday, December 9, 1 received a petition for the naming of the new baseball fields
located next to the Lincoln Center. The policy for naming parks requires that once I receive a
petition I am to appoint a subcommittee whose purpose is to evaluate the naming request and
make a subsequent recommendation to the Parks and Recreation Board. it is my
understanding that additional petitions concerning this same facility may be forthcoming. if
that is the case, I ask that the same subcommittee act on any and all petitions dealing with the
naming of the ballfields adjacent to the Lincoln Center.
I asked Dr. Crompton to submit the formal written report including a recommendation for a
name by the Board's March meeting. Thank you for your service.
I am inviting the following people to serve on this committee.:
John Crompton, Chair Sterling Whitley
1000 Rose Circle 1010 Dexter Drive
College Station 77840 College Station 77840
696-0825(H) 764-7703 (H)
845-5320(W) 223-7000 (W)
Debra Anderson, Vice Chair
2919 Meadowbrook Court
College Station 77845
694-9548(H)
361-6534(W)
Ken Livingston
1904 Bee creek
College Station 77840
693-2065 (H)
845-2423 (W)
James Steen Ron Carter
309 Holleman Drive 1308 Leacrest
College Station 77840 College Station 77840
696-2581 (H) 693-4767 (H)
Larry Johnson
803 ValVerde
College Station 77840
764-3611 (W)
LINCOLN FORMER STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
POST OFFICE BOX 9625 + COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77842-9625
James Steen, President + Phone: (409) 696-2581
Lucille Young, Vice President + Phone: (409) 696-8641
Letter of Request
December 15, 1997
Steve Beachy, Director
College Station Parks and Recreation Board
1000 Krenek Tap Road
College Station, Texas 77840
Dear Mr. Beachy:
The Lincoln Former Students Association of College Station, Texas would like to call to your attention the many
contributions of Mr. W. A. Tarrow. He was an educator, teacher, and principal of the Lincoln High School for
approximately twenty years. He was instrumental in encouraging many high school graduates to enter an
institution of higher learning.
Mr. Tarrow was also an outstanding leader in the Lee Chapel United Methodist Church of Bryan, Texas. Some
areas in which he served: Delegate to Texas Annual Conference, Teacher of Men's Bible Class, Trustee Board
} Chairperson, Education Chair, and Member of the United Methodist Men's Organization.
To highlight a few of his accomplishments as principal: 1) instrumental in change of a school name - from the
A&M Consolidated Negro School to Lincoln High School in 1946; 2) by 1954, the following had been erected
on the existing site: a four -room high school building, Horne Economics Cottage, Science Building, Gymnasium,
All -Purpose room and additional classrooms; 3) increased Faculty from six to ten classroom teachers, Horne
Economics and Shop teachers, and 4) Lincoln High School received Accreditation from the State Department
of Education. The students at Lincoln High School were encouraged to be proud of who we are and to do the best
that we in all our endeavors. Therefore, the birth of our motto, "Forward Forever, Backward Never." His dual
role is characterized as a concerned individual who wanted each student to work to his potential.
Comments from Former Students:
"Mr. Tarrow was highly respected as a fatherfigure to all students who attended Lincoln High School. His mild manner made it easy
to converse with him. He was a very intelligent man whom the entire community loved."
Audrey Steen Williamson, Class '52
(Retired Teacher)
"On and of, j''school grounds, Principal Tarrow retained the same mannerism. He was always willing to listen and offer assistance
to anyone wheneverpossible. " I will forever rememberMr. Tarrow trying to teach me the basic principles of geometry and ended
up saying, "Annie Lee, you cannot draw a straight line with a ruler but you will before leaving my class."
Annie Hollie Williams, Class '63
(Small Computer Operator, TAES)
Forward Forever, Backward Never ♦ Forward Forever, Backward Never ♦ Forward Forever, Backward Never
"The memories of Mr. Tarrow will always be with me because he was a very special person. He was not only my high
school principal and instructor but my inspiration to become a teacher. He was a person that you could be comfortable
with as a student as well as a teacher. "
Ethel Mae Steen Delley, Class '53
(Former Student & Elementary Teacher)
W. A. Tarrow dedicated his life, honor, knowledge, and experience to the Lincoln High School which served the
educational needs of the Black children in College Station for approximately twenty-four years at
1000 Eleanor Street.
Therefore, we, the Lincoln Former Students Association respectfully requests that the area designated as the
"field" of the Wayne Smith Little League Baseball Complex, be named: The W. A. Tarrow Field.
We have taken to our hearts the memories that will be cherished forever if you will consider in your next meeting
this very urgent request. The greatest satisfaction will come in knowing that the park adjacent to the Lincoln Center
will serve as a memorial to the man but in honor of the great legacy he left with us.
Your cooperation in this matter will be greatly appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
es Steen, President
CY4"e�
Lucille Young, V' e reside
Secretary
Forward Forever, Backward Never ♦ Forward Forever,. Backward Never ♦ Forward Forever, Backward Never
LINCOLN FORMER STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
POST OFFICE BOX 9625 + COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77842-9625
James Steen , President + Phone: (409) 696-2581
Lucille Young, Vice President + Phone: (409) 696-8641
Letter of Request
December 15, 1997
Steve Beachy, Director
College Station Parks and Recreation Board
1000 Krenek Tap Road
College Station, Texas 77840
Dear Mr. Beachy:
The Lincoln Former Students Association of College Station, Texas would like to call to your attention the many
contributions of Mr. W. A. Tarrow. He was an educator, teacher, and principal of the Lincoln High School for
approximately twenty years. He was instrumental in encouraging many high school graduates to enter an
institution of higher learning.
Mr. Tarrow was also an outstanding leader in the Lee Chapel United Methodist Church of Bryan, Texas. Some
areas in which he served: Delegate to Texas Annual Conference, Teacher of Men's Bible Class, Trustee Board
Chairperson, Education Chair, and Member of the United Methodist Men's Organization.
To highlight a few of his accomplishments as principal: 1) instrumental in change of a school name - from the
A&M Consolidated Negro School to Lincoln High School in 1946; 2) by 1954, the following had been erected
on the existing site: a four -room high school building, Home Economics Cottage, Science Building, Gymnasium,
All -Purpose room and additional classrooms; 3) increased Faculty from six to ten classroom teachers, Home
Economics and Shop teachers, and 4) Lincoln High School received Accreditation from the State Department
of Education. The students at Lincoln High School were encouraged to be proud of who we are and to do the best
that we in all our endeavors. Therefore, the birth of our motto, "Forward Forever, Backward Never." His dual
role is characterized as a concerned individual who wanted each student to work to his potential.
Comments from Former Students:
'Mr. Tarrow, was highly respected as a fatherfigure to all students who attended Lincoln High School. His mild manner made it easy
to converse with him. He was a very intelligent man whom the entire community loved. "
Audrey Steen Williamson, Class '52
(Retired Teacher)
"On and off school grounds, Principal Tarrow retained the same mannerism. He was always willing to listen and offer assistance
to anyone whenever possible. " I will forever remember Mr. Tarrow trying to teach me the basic principles of geometry and ended
up saying, 'Annie Lee, you cannot draw a straight line with a ruler but you will before leaving my class. "
Annie Hollie Williams, Class '63
(Small Computer Operator, TAES)
Forward Forever, Backward Never + Forward Forever, Backward Never + Forward Forever, Backward Never
"The memories of Mr. Tarrow will always be with me because he was a very special person. He was not only my high
school principal and instructor but my inspiration to become a teacher. He was a person that you could be comfortable \.
with as a student as well as a teacher. "
Ethel Mae Steen ]Delley, Class '53
(Former Student & Elementary Teacher)
W. A. Tarrow dedicated his life, honor, knowledge, and experience to the Lincoln High School which served the
educational needs of the Black children in College Station for approximately twenty-four years at
1000 Eleanor Street.
Therefore, we, the Lincoln Former Students Association respectfully requests that the area designated as the
"field" of the Wayne Smith Little League Baseball Complex, be named: The W. A. Tarrow Field.
We have taken to our hearts the memories that will be cherished forever if you will consider in your next meeting
this very urgent request. The greatest satisfaction will come in knowing that the park adjacent to the Lincoln Center
will serve as a memorial to the man but in honor of the great legacy he left with us.
Your cooperation in this matter will be greatly appreciated.
Respectfully submitted,
es Steen, President
Lucille Young, V' e'PresiderV
Aja�,--Mot,�t
Secretary
Forward Forever, backward Never + Forward Forever, Backward Never ♦ Forward Forever, Backward Never C
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
Post Office Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue
College Station, Texas 77842-9960
(409) 764-3500
January 2, 1998
Mr. James Steen
President, Lincoln Former Students Association
P. O. Box 9625
College Station, Texas 77842-9625
Dear Mr. Steen:
Thank you for your recent letter concerning the recommendation for the name of the new baseball
facilities in honor of Mr. W. A. Tarrow. Mr. Tarrow is certainly a worthy person for such a
designation. There is an approved policy that outlines process for the naming of City parks or
facilities that I have enclosed with this letter. One requirement is to gather a petition with the
signatures of twenty five residents endorsing a particular recommendation. This is then submitted
to the Parks & Recreation Department and forwarded to the Parks and Recreation Board for their
consideration. One such request has been received at this . time with the recommendation to name
these facilities in honor of Wayne Smith, an early leader in the College Station youth baseball
program.
As you know, a special committee has been appointed by the Chairman of the Parks and
Recreation Board to consider a recommendation for the formal name for the new facilities. This
committee has representation from the Lincoln Former Students Association, the Lincoln Center
Advisory Committee and the College Station Little League. The committee will act upon the
request that has been received and forward their recommendation to the Parks and Recreation
Board for consideration. The Board will then forward a recommendation to the City Council for
final approval.
I recommend that your organization proceed with the collection of the required number of
signatures on the petition and then submit the request to our office as soon as possible. This may
enable the appointed committee to consider both requests at the same time while developing their
recommendation.
Please feel free to contact me at 764-3413 should you need additional information or assistance.
Sinc ly,
Aeachy
Director,
Parks and Recreation
copies: Skip Noe, City Manager
Elizabeth Cunha, Parks & Recreation Board Chair
Horne of Texas A&M University
January 26, 1998
TO: Subcommittee for Naming Parks and Recreation Facilities
FROM: Elizabeth Cunha, Parks and Recreation Board Chair
SUBJECT: Namm& of Baseball Fields near Lincoln Center
On Tuesday, December 9, 1 received a petition for the naming of the new baseball fields
located next to the Lincoln Center. The policy for naming parks requires that once I receive a
petition I am to appoint a subcommittee whose purpose is to evaluate the naming request and
make a subsequent recommendation to the Parks and Recreation Board. It is my
understanding that additional petitions concerning this same facility may be forthcoming. If
that is the case, I ask that the same subcommittee act on any and all petitions dealing with the
naming of the ballfields adjacent to the Lincoln Center.
I asked Dr. Crompton to submit the formal written report including a recommendation for a
name by the Board's March meeting. Thank you for your service.
I am inviting the following people to serve on this committee:
John Crompton, Chair Sterling Whitley
1000 Rose Circle 1010 Dexter Drive
College Station 77840 College Station 77840
696-0825(H) 764-7703 (H)
845-5320(W) 223-7000 (W)
Debra Anderson, Vice Chair
Ken Livingston
2919 Meadowbrook Court
1904 Bee creek
College Station 77845
College Station 77840
694-9548(H)
693~2065 (H)
361-6534(W)
845-2423 (W)
James Steen
Ron Carter
309 Holleman Drive
1308 Leacrest
College Station 77840
College Station 77840
696-2581 (H)
693-4767 (H)
Larry Johnson
803 ValVerde
College Station 77840
764-3611 (W)
January 12, 1998
TO: Subcommittee for Naming Parks and Recreation Facilities
FROM: John L. Crompton, Subcommittee Chair
SUBJECT: Subcommittee Meeting
After contacting all members of the subcommittee by phone, it appears that
- we are all available to meet at 7:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Center on Monday,
January 26. In accordance with City policy, the Parks and Recreation
Board has received two petitions from groups containing the signatures of
25 or more registered voters. They propose alternative names for the new
baseball fields near the Lincoln Street. These two documents are enclosed.
The purposed of our meeting is to reach consensus on a recommendation
for a name to forward to the Parks and Recreation Board. Thank you for
your willingness to serve on this subcommittee. I look forward to meeting
with you. If you have any questions, please call me at 845-5320 (W) or
696-0825 (H).
cc: Ms. Elizabeth Cunha, Parks and Recreation Chair
Mr. Steve Beachy, Director
POLICY FOR NAMING CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES
Preface
This policy is intended to serve as an outline for individuals or organizations seeking to name City of
College Station parks and recreation facilities. This policy is not meant to be all -encompassing, but
a helpful guide to make the process more fluid and practical. Each request has unique
characteristics and must be addressed as such. This policy attempts to outline the minimum naming
requirements as reflected by previous Parks and Recreation Advisory Board decisions and
discussions. It may be necessary to supplement, as required, more detailed criteria for this process.
Procedure
1. All requests for naming a park or facility are to be presented to the Parks and Recreation
Department for consideration. For consideration, the requests are to be made by a group or
civic organization upon presentation of a petition containing the signatures of 25 or more
registered voters from the City of College Station. Requests made by individuals will only be
considered if the request satisfies Sections 1, 2 or 3 of the policy guidelines. Parks do not
need to be named after an individual. When named after an individual, the justification must
be compelling.
2. The naming request for a recently deceased individual will have a sixty (60) day waiting
period from the time of death before the request may be proposed for consideration.
3. The Parks and Recreation Department staff will review the requests for completeness before
submitting the item for consideration by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
4. The chairperson of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board shall appoint a subcommittee
that will be responsible for evaluation of the naming request and subsequent
recommendation to the full Advisory Board.
5. The subcommittee shall submit its recommendation in a formal written report prior to full
review by the Advisory Board.
6. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, by simple majority, shall approve or disapprove
the recommendations made by the subcommittee.
7. If the subcommittee's recommendation is for approval and it is disapproved by the full
Advisory Board, the matter may then be referred back to the subcommittee for further action.
8. If the subcommittee's recommendation is for denial of the request, no further action is
required by the Board.
9. If the proposed naming is approved by the Advisory Board, then the recommendation will be
forwarded to the City Council for their consideration and final approval or disapproval.
GUIDELINES
Parks and facilities should be named in the following manner:
1. In honor of individuals who donate land for park space;
2. In honor of individuals who sell open space to the City at a value considerably below market
value;
3. In honor of individuals or organizations that contribute- 50% or better of land and/or money for
the park or facility;
4. In honor of national, state, and local heroes-,
5. In honor of community leaders whose outstanding personal service has resulted in significant
and enduring contributions to the community. Support for the proposed name should include
endorsements by other groups, neighborhoods, or organizafions.
6. In relation to the predominant geographical characteristics or physical features (lakes, rivers,
streams, and trees) of the land;
7. In relation to the subdivisions within the City where the site is located;
8. In relation to streets adjacent to the park;
9. No park shall be given the same name as an existing school site or public facility, except
where the sites abut one another.
10. No park or facility officially named for a particular individual will be changed. However, there
may. be a, park or, facility that has a common name with no official designation. > In this
instance the renaming of such properties is sometimes appropriate.
MA -a
Ron Gay, Board Chairman
Date
Attest:
Bridgette George CPS, Board Secretary
Date
November 28, 1997
Elizabeth Cunha, Chair
College Station Parks and Recreation Board
1000 Krenek Tap Road
College Station, Texas 77842
Dear Chair:
On behalf of College Station Little League, we submit to the College Station Parks and
Recreation Board a formal petition requesting the baseball fields being constructed at
107. Holleman in College Station, Texas be designated as the Wayne Smith Baseball fields.
Thank you for your continued assistance and supporting the youth in our community.
Sincerely,
Ronald G. Carter
Chairman
Board of Directors
College Station Little League
Enclosure
Petition
Signature Sheets (3)
tMunf"Irl,
Date: November., 1997
To: College Station City Council
Re: Wayne Smith Baseball Fields
Pursuant to the City of College Station's "Policy for Naming City of College Station
Parks and Recreation Facilities", we, the undersigned registered voters from the City
of College Station, do hereby petition the College Station City Council to name the
baseball fields located at 107 Holleman in College Station, Texas; -the "Wayne Smith
Baseball Fields" for the following reasons:
1. Wayne Smith is commonly referred to as "the Father of College Station Little
League Baseball".
2. Wayne Smith first became associated with youth baseball in Brazos County,
Texas, in the 1950's.
3. At the time, College Station boys who wanted to play b . aseball had to play in
Bryan, Texas, because there was no organized Little League in College Station.
4. In the 1960's, Wayne Smith was instrumental in the organization and creation of
the Little League Baseball in College Station, Texas.
5. He was President of the College Station Little League for many years and stayed
actively involved in College Station Little League baseball until his death 1 1 n'the
early 1970's.
6. During his tenure, a Little League baseball field was built at Wayne Smith Park,
401 Luther and was used continuously until the Southwood Valley Athletic
Complex began operations in 1984.
7. 1 understand that the reconstructed baseball fields located at 107 Holleman are
already called the "Wayne Smith Baseball Fields" on various City of College
Station plans, maps, and documents.
8. 1 would ask the College Station City Council to designate officially these baseball
fields the "Wayne Smith Baseball Fields".
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Preface
This policy is intended to serve as an outline for individuals or organizations seeking to name City of
College Station parks and recreation facilities. This policy is not meant to be all -encompassing, but
a helpful guide to make the process more fluid and practical. Each request has unique
characteristics and must be addressed as such. This policy attempts to outline the minimum naming
requirements as reflected by previous Parks and Recreation Advisory Board decisions and
discussions. It may be necessary to supplement, as required, more detailed criteria for this process.
1. All requests for naming a park or facility are to be presented to the Parks and Recreation
Department for consideration. For consideration, the requests are to be made by a group or
civic organization upon presentation of a petition containing the signatures of 25 or more
registered voters from the City of College Station. Requests made by individuals will only be
considered if the request satisfies Sections 1, 2 or 3 of the policy guidelines. Parks do not
need to be named after an individual. When named after an individual, the justification must
be compelling.
2. The naming request for a recently deceased individual will have a sixty (60) day waiting
period from the time of death before the request may be proposed for consideration.
3. The Parks and Recreation Department staff will review the requests for completeness before
submitting the item for consideration by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
4. The chairperson of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board shall appoint a subcommittee
that will be responsible for evaluation of the naming request and subsequent
recommendation to the full Advisory Board.
5. The subcommittee shall submit its recommendation in a formal written report prior to full
review by the Advisory Board.
6. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, by simple majority, shall approve or disapprove
the recommendations made by the subcommittee.
7. If the subcommittee's recommendation is for approval and it is disapproved by the full
Advisory Board, the matter may then be referred back to the subcommittee for further action.
8. If the subcommittee's recommendation is for denial of the request, no further action is
required by the Board.
9. If the proposed naming is approved by the Advisory Board, then the recommendation will be
forwarded to the City Council for their consideration and final approval or disapproval.
Parks and facilities should be named in the following manner:
1. In honor of individuals who donate land for park space;
2. In honor of individuals who sell open space to the City at a value considerably below market
value;
3. In honor of individuals or organizations that contribute 50% or better of land and/or money for
the park or facility;
4. In honor of national, state, and local heroes;
5. In honor of community leaders whose outstanding personal service has resulted in significant
and enduring contributions to the community. Support for the proposed name should include
endorsements by other groups, neighborhoods, or organizations.
6. In relation to the predominant geographical characteristics or physical features (lakes, rivers,
streams, and trees) of the land;
7. In relation to the subdivisions within the City where the site is located;
8. In relation to streets adjacent to the park;
9. No park shall be given the same name as an existing school site or public facility, except
where the sites abut one another.
10. No park or facility officially named for a particular individual will be changed. However, there
may be a park or facility that has a common name with no official designation. In this
instance the renaming of such properties is sometimes appropriate.
November 28, 1997
Elizabeth Cunha, Chair
College Station Parks and Recreation Board
1000 Krenek Tap Road
College Station, Texas 77842
Dear Chair:
On behalf of College Station Little League, we submit to the College Station Parks and
Recreation Board a formal petition requesting the baseball fields being constructed at
107 Holleman in College Station, Texas be designated as the Wayne Smith Baseball Fields.
Thank you for your continued assistance and supporting the youth in our community.
Sincerely,
Ronald G. Carter
Chairman
Board of Directors
College Station Little League
Enclosure
Petition
Signature Sheets (3)
Petition
Date: November, 1997
To: College Station City Council
Re: Wayne Smith Baseball Fields
Pursuant to the City of College Station's "Policy for Naming City of College Station
Parks and Recreation Facilities", we, the undersigned registered voters from the City
of College Station, do hereby petition the College Station City Council to name the
baseball fields located at 107 Holleman in College Station, Texas, the "Wayne Smith
Baseball Fields" for the following reasons:
1. Wayne Smith is commonly referred to as "the Father of College Station Little
League Baseball"..
2. Wayne Smith first became associated with youth baseball in Brazos County,
Texas, in the 1950's.
3. At the time, College Station boys who wanted to play baseball had to play in
Bryan, Texas, because there was no organized Little League in College Station.
4. In the 1960's, Wayne Smith was instrumental in the organization and creation of
the Little League Baseball in College Station, Texas.
5. He was President of the College Station Little League for many years and stayed
actively involved in College Station Little, League baseball until his death in the
early 1970's.
6. During his tenure, a Little League baseball field was built at Wayne Smith Park,
401 Luther and was used continuously until the Southwood Valley Athletic
Complex began operations in 1984.
7. I understand that the reconstructed baseball fields located at 107 Holleman are
already called the "Wayne Smith Baseball Fields" on various City of College
Station plans, maps, and documents.
8. I would ask the College Station City Council to designate officially these baseball
fields the "Wayne Smith Baseball Fields".
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