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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984 04.23 PRC Minutes1 27 CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION 1001 North Idaho Road Apache Junction,Arizona 85220 REGULAR MEETING April 23,1984 A regular meeting of the Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Commission was held on April 23,1984 at 7:00 p.m.at the Apache Junction City Hall pursuant to notice as prescribed by law. PRESENT ABSENT Michael Carden,Chairman Chuck Heermans,Vice Chairman Lois Broman,Secretary Janice Palson Redena Bilotti Ted Millspaugh Jennie Bennett Suzanne Bartell STAFF PRESENT:Jeff Bell,Community Services Superintendent Phyllis Wolfe,Secretary CALL TO ORDER:Michael Carden,Chairman,called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:Michael Carden,Chairman,led the Com- mission in the pledge of allegiance. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA:Chuck Heermans,made a motion to accept the agenda as presented.Lois Broman seconded the motion which passed unani- mously. SUPERINTENDENTS COMMENTS:Dance Aerobics and Jazzercise classes will be concluding this week. OLD BUSINESS: A.Swimming Pool Fees and Schedule Discussion: The Men's 3 -Man Basketball League con- tinues.The first half of the league is almost over. Little Rec'rs program ended.Graduation ceremonies were April 9,1984.This pro- gram continues to grow every year. Women's Softball League concluded about 3 weeks ago. Staff told Commission that our Second Annual Dog Show had about 25 dogs.Trophies and ribbons were awarded. Staff distributed a pool schedule to the Commission members.Jeff Bell informed the Commission that City Council approved the recommendation on the Swimming Pool Fees,except for one.The Season Pass for a Family was changed from $45.00 to $40.00.An advanced Life -Saving Class 129 P &R Commission Regular Meeting 4/23/84 Page 2 B.Summer Recreation Program Update: C.Easter Egg Hunt Review: NEW BUSINESS: A.Talent Bank Applications: B.Budget Override Discussion: C.Next Months Agenda Items: D.Discussion of Grant Opportunities: will be offered on May 16 to all P.E. teachers and current pool staff so they can be certified. Colleen Ortega will be the Pool Manager. Nick McVickers will be Assistant Manager- Head Life Guard. The new Summer Recreation Brochure will be newspaper form consisting of 8 sheets. Mt.View Investments will pay for the brochure.Special events included this year on Saturdays are:Phoenix Zoo Day, Big Surf Trip,Kite Flying Contest,and the 1st Annual Frisbee Throw Contest. The Community Services Bus will provide transportation. Staff told the Commission there were approximately 400 kids in attendance at the 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt.Jeff Bell suggested next year try to get twice as many eggs. After a broad general discussion,Janice Palson made a motion to invite the app- licants to a special meeting for a brief introduction.A recommendation will then be made to the council for appointment at the June 5,1984 City Council meeting. Ted Millspaugh seconded the motion which passed unanimously. The Commission held a lengthy discussion concerning various ways to advertize and inform the public of the need for a one- time budget override.A special meeting will be held on May 3 to begin implemen- ting suggested ideas. Michael Carden,Chairman,requested that the following items be included on next months agenda:Discuss Budget Override, Swimming Pool,Election of Talent Bank Applicants,July 4th,Land and Water Con- servation Funding. Staff told the Commission approximately one million dollars will be available from the A.O.R.C.C.The deadline for applica- tion is June 1,1984.We will know on May 15 i f there is any match money to apply for. Jeff Bell informed the Commission B.L.M. would like to deed 633 acres of land to the City of Apache Junction for the purpose of 131 P &R Commission Regular Meeting 4/23/84 Page 3 ADJOURNMENT: APPROVED: C airthant setretary recreation.After a brief general dis- cussion,Lois Broman made a motion to apply for an additional 633 acres of land that B.L.M.has offered.Chuck Heermans, Vice Chairman,seconded the motion which passed unanimously. There being no further business,Ted Millspaugh made a motion to adjourn. Janice Palson seconded the motion which passed unanimously.