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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989 04.24 PRC Minutes CITY OF APACHE JUNCTION PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION 1001 North Idaho Road Apache Junction, Az. 85219 REGULAR MEETING April 24, 1989 A regular meeting of the Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Commission was held on April 24, 1989, at 7.00 p.m. at the Apache Junction City Hall Complex pursuant to notice as prescribed by law. PRESENT ABSENT Judd Williams, Vice Chairman John Granillo Jr. Nick McVicker Lois Broman Ramona Sleeseman Loyd Lynch Paul Miller STAFF PRESENT: Jeff Bell, Director of Community Services Mary March, Secretary OTHERS PRESENT• John Roberts CALL TO ORDER• Judd Williams, Vice Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:12 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. Vice Chairman Williams led the Commission in the Pledge of Allegiance. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA. Nick McVicker made a motion to accept the Agenda as presented. Ramona Sleeseman seconded this motion which passed unani- mously. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES: Paul Miller made a motion to accept the minutes of March 27, 1989, regular meeting as presented. Nick McVicker seconded this motion which passed unani- mously. STAFF COMMENTS: Jeff Bell, distributed monthly highlights for the Commissions information and relayed: Chairman John Granillo Jr. resigned, regretfully because of demanding work and school schedule. The City Council approved the 5 Year Parks Plan, to be used in the departments budgeting process, at their April 4th meeting. Planning of July 4th festivities conti- nue, with an organizational meeting scheduled in May. The pool was used for the first time this year on April 14th, by the School for their Spring Fling. The Little League program is in full swing with over 300 children participating. The L.D.S. Church Soft- 00114 Ball League and an Over 30 statewide P & R Commission Regular Meeting 4/24/89 Page 2 Baseball League have reserved facilities for league play, generating approximately $3,000.00 in revenues to the City, besides benefitting local businesses. Vice Chairman Judd Williams moved New Business: Item A. Golf Facilities Discussion: for Mr. Roberts' proposal. Mr. John Roberts explained that he operated a Golf Driving Range at United Swap Meet until the land was acquired for the Interstate and is in need of an alternate location. Approximate area needed at least 350 yards deep by 50-75 yards wide, the leveler the land the easier to develop, adequate parking, electric and water is not necessary and he's flexible on how the facility is operated (contract, city, etc. . .) Mr. Roberts explained the revenues generated out weigh the low overhead of operating the facility. Concerns were expressed in regards to B.L.M. requirements for leased land -health concerns - utilities to facility and associated costs, vegetation protec- tion and hydrology studies. Mr. Bell advised the Commission that a project of this nature should be incorporated into the 5 Year Plan in order to secure funds for the project. All facilities need to meet standards for development and these standards should be thoroughly investigated initially. Mr. Bell expressed that there is no doubt a great need for this and other recreational facilities in our area. He suggested that Mr. Roberts assist the Commission by determining all development requirements for such a facility. Mr. Bell an Mr. Roberts will meet within the next few days to discuss concept further. OLD BUSINESS• A. Facility Use Manual• Jeff Bell, provided copies of the Community Services Operating and Proce- dures Manual with revisions & additions a) ballfield, organized use fee of $25.00 increased to $35.00 per field/per day, b) picnic package - Group C and c) sponsorship program, to the Commission for their recommendation. P & R Commission Regular Meeting 4/24/89 Page 3 Paul Miller made a motion approving and recommending the updated Manual to the City Council for their approval. Ramona Sleeseman seconded this motion which passed unanimously. B. Status of Park Projects: Jeff Bell informed the Commission that• lommi Bids for the removal and replacement of the shuffleboard courts at the Complex Park, will be opened on April 25th. Little League Field Renovation plans are complete. Little League, City and School Officials will review and approve prior to finalization. C. County Park Acquisition: Jeff Bell, provided a copy of a letter from County Supervisor, Roy Hudson expressing no intentions of transferring the park to the City at this time. City Council expressed continued support in soliciting the acquistion of this facility, last Monday. Mr. Bell will advise the Commission on this matter as any action progresses. D. Sister Cities Discussion: Mr. Bell provided the Commission with information from the National organiza- tion for their review. Due to Mrs. Broman's absence and to allow time to review the information provided the Commission suggested that this item be continued until the next meeting. mei NEW BUSINESS• B. Private Fishing Lake Discussion: Mr. Bell relayed that he met with John Schoeph, Economic Development Specialist and another individual, requesting land for the development of a private fishing lake, stocked with catfish and trout, where to pay by the pound for what you catch, he was asked to bring this request to the Commission for their response. Judd Williams expressed concerns with the strict regulations the Department of Water Resources have on man made bodies of water. The Commission felt a project of this nature has some merit, but felt more information is needed to adequately discuss. P & R Commission Regular Meeting 4/24/89 C. Request for Upcoming Agenda Items: Sister Cities Discussion, Status of Park Projects, Budget Information, July 4th. PUBLIC COMMENT: Nancy Koerner, Superstition Horseman's Association, inquired if the 12 mile equestrain trail could be listed on the State system of trails, enabling 00! it to be considered as a development grant project, if house bill #2099 is passed. Mr. Bell asked if Nancy had criteria for consideration and does our trail meet it? Nancy will leave forms with Mr. Bell for his review and investigation. BOARD DISCUSSION: NONE ADJOURNMENT. Nick McVicker made a motion to adjourn Ramona Sleeseman seconded this motion which passed unanimously. APPROVED: I � cam` V'ce Chairman PIN Secretary �"1