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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990 06.25 PRC MinutesCITY OF APACHE JUNCTION PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION 1001 N. Idaho Road Apache Junction, Az. 85219 REGULAR MEETING June 25, 1990 A regular meeting of the Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Commission was held on June 25, 1990 at 7:00 p.m. at the Apache Junction City Hall pursuant to notice as prescribed by law. PRESENT ABSENT Judd Williams - Vice Chairman Lois Broman - Secretary Loyd Lynch Paul Miller Ramona Sleeseman Nick McVicker (Excused) Sue Calef STAFF PRESENT: Jeff Bell, Director of Parks & Recreation OTHERS PRESENT: Councilwoman, Robin Barker ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA: ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES: STAFF COMMENTS: Loyd Lynch made a motion to accept the agenda a presented.Ramona Sleeseman seconded this motion which passed unani- mously. Lois Broman made a motion to accept the minutes of April 23, 1990 as presented. Loyd Lynch seconded this motion which passed unanimously. Jeff Bell informed the Commission that the vacant Recreation Coordinator posi- tion has been filled by Doug Wenthe, a former Pima County Parks & Recreation employee. Mr.Bell advised the Commission of the activities scheduled for the annual July 4th Celebration and reported that the master Intergovernmental Agreement for use of school district facilities is currently being reviewed by both City and School personnel. The Commission was provided with a brief report on the Summer Recreation program, concluding staff comments. OLD BUSINESS: A. Status of Park Projects:The Commission was informed by Mr. Bell that the only problem holding up the completion of the Little League Ballfield Project is the establishment of the turf in the outfield areas. P & R Commission Regular Meeting 6/25/90 Page 2 A wind storm occurred a day after the hydro -seeding was applied and created problems by blowing hydro -seed materials off of the designated turf areas. The contractor is to seed the outfields again the week of June 25. Mr.Bell also advised the Commission that the Concession/Restroom Facility is 95%complete and progressing on schedule. Parking lot paving,to be completed by City forces is scheduled for the week of June 25. B. Fiscal Year 1990/91 Budget:The Commission was provided with copies of the Parks and Recreation Departments budget for FY 90/91 as was tentatively adopted by the City Council on June 19, 1990.The final adoption is sche- duled for July 7, 1990. Mr.Bell provided a brief overview of the budget and highlighted priority projects the Parks & Recreation Depart- ment anticipates completing. C. Sister Cities International Program:With the assistance of the Parks and Recreation Department a group of interested citizens is pursuing the establishment of a Sister Cities International Program in A.J.City Council authorization is scheduled for July 7, 1990 and Art- des of Incorporation are in the process of being finalized and submitted to the Corporation Commission. According to Mr.Bell the next step in the process is to prepare and adopt by-laws for the internal operation of the corporation. Mr. Bell will keep the Parks Commission informed of the progress of this program. D. Equestrain Study Committee Report:Mr. Bell met with interested citizens regarding the proposed equestrian facili- ties on May 16th.The purpose of the meeting was to improve communications between concerned residents and the Parks and Recreation Department, allow for the community input and to obtain support and assistance to expedite the development of these facilities. Although no meeting date has been set, Mr. Bell stated the group will continue to meet on this matter. P & R Commission Regular Meeting 6 /25/90 Page 3 NEW BUSINESS: A. Election of Officers:Lois Broman nominated Nick McVicker to serve as Chairman and motioned that nomi- nation be closed.Loyd Lynch seconded the motion which passed unanimously.Mr. McVicker by a unanimous vote was elected Chairman. Lois Broman nominated Judd Williams to serve as Vice -Chairman and motioned that nomina- tions be closed.Paul Miller seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.Judd Williams by unanimous vote was elected Vice -Chairman. Lois Broman nominated Ramona Sleeseman as Secretary and motioned tht nominations be closed.Loyd Lynch seconded the motion which passed unanimously.Ramona Sleeseman by a unanimous vote was elected to the posi- tion of Secretary. All Officers will serve until the last day of June in 1991. B. Request for Upcoming Agenda Items:Status of Park Projects, Sister Cities Update, Five -Year Parks Plan. PUBLIC COMMENT:NONE BOARD DISCUSSION: ADJOURNMENT: APPROVED: Due to Commission members schedule conflicts it was suggested that the July meeting be postponed. Their being no further discussion Lois Broman made a motion to adjourn, Loyd Lynch seconded and the motioned passed unanimously.Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m. SE RETAR