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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981 04.27 PRC MinutesCITY OF APACHE JUNCTION PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION 1001 North Idaho Road Apache Junction, Arizona REGULAR MEETING April 27, 1981 A regular meeting of the Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Commission was held on April 27, 1981 at 7:00 P.M. at the Apache Junction City Hall Complex pursuant to notice as prescribed by law. PRESENT Lois Broman, Chairman Phil Richardson, Vice-chairman DeDe Scheff, secretary Ron Staples Margaret Carlin Harvey Long STAFF Sharon Seder, Community CALL TO ORDER: ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA: ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES: NEW MEMBER INTRODUCTION: COORDINATORS COMMENTS: ABSENT Gerald Bright Raymond Foisy Michael Carden Service Department The meeting was called to order by Lois Broman, who led the Pledge of Allegiance. Harvey Long made a motion to accept the agenda with Ron Staples seconding the motion.Motion passed unanimously. Minutes of the March 23rd regular meeting were not available for acceptance. Michael Cardin, new commission member, was not available due to an oversite of staff in advising him of the meeting. The commissioners were advised their reappointments were for three years. The resignation of Mr. Raymond Foisy was read and accepted by the Commis- sion.The Community Service Depart- ment was directed to send a memo to the City Council, advising them of the resignation and a recommendation for the vacancy. In the absence of Jeff Bell, Community Service Coordinator, Sharon Seder gave the Commission an update on the various activities. The playoffs for the men's basketball league were being played, and the lady's volleyball league was in the middle of their season. The Commission was advised of the success of the Easter Egg Hunt. The Youth Job Referral was still very successful with more kids wanting jobs than there were jobs available at this P &R 4-27-81 page 2 time.The Crime Prevention Programs have tapered off mainly because the winter visitors have left.Programs are not expected to pick up until next fall. The Senior Sounds newsletter was dis- cussed with Margaret Carlin being asked to assist with the publication. Schedules were given to each com- missioner reference the Summer Rec- reation Program so they would be aware of the activities offered. Tami Kirkham had designed the cover for the brochure.Commissioners were asked to assist with the regis- tration on May 7 & 8 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.Scheff, Carlin, Long, and Staples, if his schedule permits, offered to assist. A work day was set for May 9th when the Commissioners will work on the planned park.Long made a motion to begin work at 7:00 a.m. on May 9th with Staples making the second.Motion carried unanimously. A certificate of appreciation had been sent to each person who donated toward the Horse Show. Mr. Ben Honor has volunteered to have a bake sale with proceeds going to- ward park equipment.The Community Service Department needed to finalize the plans with Mr. Honor. DeDe Scheff gave a report on the horse show, stating that $488.00 was netted after expenses.Ideas on how to hold down expenses next year was discussed.Scheff stated she had received two letters of regret in not making the show.Entries were not as many as expected, but they are expected to be higher next year. Ideas on how to get the community involved in the aluminum can drive were discussed.DeDe stated she would contact the bars again reference their donating their cans. At this time it was suggested the Commission allow Mr. Lane to give his presentation before they proceeded with their regular business. Mr. Leroy Lane of Princeton Industries Corp. gave a presentation for raising funds through the sales of popcorn and spices. Following Mr. Lane's presentation, a short recess was called. P &R 4-27-81 page 3 Mr. John Paskel gave a fund raising presentation on the sales of Amway Products, namely fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and door alarms. Discussion was held on asking civic organizations to donate one nights Proceeds to the swimming pool fund. Staples said the Little League had been approached by the roller rink saying they would have "Little League Night" and donate a certain amount per person.Discussion followed on a Skate-A-Thon. The Commission was told the school thru proejct H.O.Y. was planning to have a dance for teens in August and we would be needing chaperons. Phil Richardson discussed a turkey shoot to be held in October.Out- come of the discussion was Richard- son would tentavily schedule the range and more solid plans could be made at a later meeting. Board discussion was held on the options available on building a swimming pool which is their first priority.The patio being added on the activity room, and plans for the activity room were also discussed. Plans for the Fourth of July were discussed by the Board with a fry bread booth, watermelon feed, and a dance for teens being suggested, along with games and possibly a skating rodeo.Seder and Bell will be attending a meeting with the Chamber and a report sill be brought back to the Board. DeDe Scheff suggested raffling a car for Lost Dutchman Days with the car possibly being available at cost. The Commission decided to make a float for the parade with a theme to be discussed at a later date. The Commission mentioned that Gerald Bright had missed five meetings and something should be done about his unexcused absences.A letter is to be sent to Mr. Bright inquiring if he is interested in staying with the Commission. Lois Broman reminded the Commission that the May meeting would fall on a P &R 4-27-81 page 4 APPROVED: holiday.The Commission unanimously decided to hold the next regular meeting on Monday, May 18th. Harvey Long made a motion to adjourn with DeDe Scheff seconding the motion.Motion carried unanimously.