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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996 01.22 PRC MinutesCITY OF APACHE JUNCTION PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION 1001 North Idaho Road Apache Junction, Az. 85219 A regular meeting of the Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Commission was held on January 22, 1996 at 7:00 p.m. at the Apache Junction City Hall pursuant to notice as prescribed by law. PRESENT ABSENT Nick McVicker, Chairman Kristi Moyle, Vice Chairman Carolyn Clay Tom Kelley -Devaney Maria Durbala James Hutchinson Gary Mulholland STAFF PRESENT: Jeff Bell, Parks and Recreation Director OTHERS PRESENT:City Council Liaison, Vice Mayor Pat Richmond John Pein, Nancy Koerner, Annabell Richards, Superstition Horseman's Association. CALL TO ORDER:Chairman McVicker called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.and led the Commission in the Pledge of Allegiance. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA:Carolyn Clay made a motion to accept the minutes from the November 27, 1995 meeting.Kristi Moyle seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. STAFF COMMENTS:Jeff Bell,Parks and Recreation Director briefed the Commission on department activities and distributed a monthly bulletin which highlights projects and programs for the previous month. OLD BUSINESS: A. Park Project Update: Mr. Bell introduced Maria Durbala to the rest of the Commission.Ms. Durbala is a recent appointment to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Mr. Bell informed the Commission on the status of on going park projects including:Prospector Park Phase Focal Point,City Hall Landscaping and the water line B. Five Year Park Plan Discussion: C. Operating and Procedures Manual: extension to the rodeo facility. Mr. Bell advised the Commission that a press release was included in the last Apache Junction Independent inviting the public to attend and provide input on park improvement needs. Chairman McVicker, opened the public hearing. John Pein,representing the Superstition Horseman's Association spoke on the need to solve the archaeological requirements,in concern to the multi -use trail allowing that project to move forward. Nancy Koerner of the Superstition Horseman's Association also spoke in favor of the multi -use trail and suggested making it a top priority. Chairman McVicker thanked the individuals for their input and closed the public hearing. Mr.Bell informed the Commission that this item was mistakingly placed on the agenda and much work is still required in updating the manual prior to being presented to the Commission. D. Discussion on BMX Track:Mr. Bell reminded the Commission of the interest by Michael Bowden to develop a BMX Track in the community.Following Mr. Bowden's presentation during the November 27, 1995 meeting, Mr. Bell provided him with a list of preliminary research tasks to accomplish prior to formal consideration by the Commission. E. Discussion on Naming Rodeo Facility:The Commission recommendation to name the rodeo facility, Prospector Arena was forwarded to the City Council who discussed the subject on December 18. Mr. Bell advised the Commission that no action was taken by the City Council and there were varying opinions on the facility name.Mr. Bell suggested no further action be taken by the Commission at this time. NEW BUSINESS: A. Request for Future Agenda Items:The Commission requested the following items be placed on next months agenda: Park Projects Update, Five Year Plan and BMX Track Discussion. B. Selection of Next Meeting Date: PUBLIC COMMENT: BOARD DISCUSSION: ADJOURNMENT: APPROVED: SECRETARY FILE:P&RCOM\1-96 The next meeting will be held on February 26, 1996. NONE NONE Their being no further business James Hutchinson made a motion to adjourn.Maria Durbala seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.