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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990 04.23 PRC MinutesCITY OF APACHE JUNCTION PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION 1001 North Idaho Road Apache Junction, Az. 85219 REGULAR MEETING April 23, 1990 A regular meeting of the Apache JunctionParks and Recreation Commission was held on April 23, 1990 at 7:00 p.m. at the Apache Junction City Hall Complex pursuant to notice as prescribed by law. PRESENT ABSENT Nick McVicker, Chairman Judd Williams, Vice -Chairman Sue Calef Loyd Lynch Paul Miller Lois Broman (Excused) Ramona Sleeseman (Excused) STAFF PRESENT:Jeff Bell, Director of Parks and Recreation Mary D. March, Secretary OTHERS PRESENT: City Council Liaison, Robin Barker Vice Mayor, Tom Damiano ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA: ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES: STAFF COMMENTS: Judd Williams made a motion to accept the agenda as presented Sue Calef, seconded this motion which passed unanimously. Judd Williams made a motion to accept the minutes of March 26, 1990, regular meeting as presented and Sue Calef seconded this motion which passed unanimously, Jeff Bell distribnted department activity high- lights, new citizen brochures and facility operating and procedures manual. Mr. Bell reported that as of May 1st the Parks & Recreation Department will have the added responsibility of maintaining the City Hall Complex grounds. Several positions within the Department have been filled, in the Parks Division Charles Gabb was promoted to Parks Crew Leader, Keith Teater was promoted to Laborer II and 80 + applications have been received for the vacant Laborer I position.45 Applications for the vacant Recreation Coordinator's position were received, 6 of the applicants were interviewed on April 24 and 25. Staff at the Commission and citizen's requests has submitted new releases soliciting interest in equestrian facilities, involving equestrian people to do investigative work. On Saturday, April 28, local skateboarders are putting on a demonstration beginning at 10:00 a.m. P & R Commission Regular Meeting 4/23/90 Page 2 OLD BUSINESS: A. Status of Park Projects: B. Fiscal Year 1990/91 Budget: C. Five Year Parks Plan: D. Sister Cities International Program: OLD BUSINESS: A. Request for Upcoming Agenda Items: B. Establish Next Meeting Date: PUBIC COMMENT: BOARD DISCUSSION: ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Bell informed the Commission, bid on the Little League Restroom/Concession was awarded to C.A. Balzer in the amount of $59,800.C.A. Balzer is a local contractor with good references. Completion date will be 60 days from date of contract. Little League Field Renovations are progressing, pressure test on irrigation system to be performed at the end of the week, followed by hydro -seeding and 2 month maintenance period to insure estab- lishment of grass. Jeff Bell distributed proposed budget with City Manager's recommendations for Commission's update and information. Jeff Bell informed the Commission that he is waiting until after a meeting with the Assistant City Manager is regards to capital improvements before seeking City Council approval on Commission's recommendation, so as to present the updated plan in its entirety. Mr. Bell relayed that Tempe Mayor Harry Mitchell, Dick Neuheisel, President of Sister Cities Inter- national and State Coordinator, Paula West along with local interested citizens were in attendance at an informational meeting on April 4.Another meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 3 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, everyone interested is invited.Independent is doing an article on April's meeting and publishing May meeting date. FY 1990/91 Budget, Park Project Status, 5 Year Parks Plan, Sister Cities International. Due to the Memorial Day holiday on May 25th, no meeting will be held until June 25, 1990. Vice Mayor, Damiano requested the Parks and Recreation Department to use any extra funds on reinscribing the name plates on Veterans' Memorial Gazebo and purchasing patriotic bunting and decoration for display on holidays. Council woman, Robin Barker congratulated Jeff Bell on putting together the sister cities meetings and stirring up interest NONE Judd Williams made a motion to adjourn and Loyd Lynch seconded this motion which passed unanimously. C