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Home My WebLink About2005 06.01 PRC MinutesCITY OF APACHE JUNCTION Parks and Recreation Commission 300 E. Superstition Blvd. Apache Junction, Az. 85219 A regular meeting of the Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Commission was held on June 1, 2005 at 6:00 p.m. at the Apache Junction City Hall pursuant to notice as prescribed by law. Present Absent Theresa A. Nesser, Chairman Patricia Richmond (Excused) Conrad Pisinski, Vice- Chairman Vincent Barr Mona Barton John Kantowski Sandra Schenone Staff Present:Jeff Bell, Director of Parks and Recreation Mary D. March, Secretary CALL TO ORDER:Chairman Nesser, called the meeting to order and led the Commission in the Pledge of Allegiance. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA: Conrad Pisinski made a motion to accept the agenda as presented.Mona Barton seconded the motion passed unanimously. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES:Conrad Pisinski made a motion to accept the minutes of April 6, 2005 as presented. John Kantowski seconded and the motion passed unanimously. STAFF COMMENTS:Jeff Bell welcomed John Kantowski and Sandra Schenone aboard and relayed to the commission that we have been struggling lately with Park Ranger coverage, due to a full time Ranger being out with an injured shoulder.We have been able to get someone temporarily assigned to help with coverage.We also have interviewed two individuals for the Customer Service Representative position and a second interview with staff was held yesterday, we are getting their input and a decision should be made soon. Theresa Nesser asked if the Commission members would be able to volunteer to help fill some needs the department has. Jeff Bell suggested that this be put on an agenda for discussion as John Kantowski and Sandra Schenone had also asked about volunteering. Jeff Bell relayed that applications for the Recreation Leader positions for the Multi -generational Center closed last Friday.Interviews will be held to fill 10- 12 positions and than training will begin. 300 E. SUPERSTITON BLVD, APACHE JUNCTION, AZ 85219 (480) 983-2181 Voice * (480) 982-2438 *(480) 983-TDD OLD BUSINESS: A.Park Project Update: B.Multi Generational Center Discussion: C.Heritage Fund Update: D.Open Space Update: Mr. Bell further relayed to the commission that we are in our registration process as always aquatic programs fill up fast, we do our best to accommodate all participants.The pool also opened this past weekend and we only had two minor issues. The phone number was changed and we had individuals calling the police department to get a hold of the pool and individuals thought they could get a family pass at the pool, so we let them know they could keep their receipt and take it to the office and it would be applied toward their family pass. Conrad Pisinski asked if we try to accommodate local kids first for swim lessons. We do not have a residency requirement, we accommodate them all. Mr. Bell relayed that we have accomplished all the minor projects budgeted this year except for the parking lot improvements at Prospector Park and we are working on it currently.Mr. Bell relayed the our parks crew has been very busy renovating buildings and offices in our relocation, we have realized a lot of saving because of the work they have done. Theresa Nesser suggested maybe looking into some kind of agreement with the County's Facility Management Department to assist us in these areas. Mr. Bell informed the Commission that the City Council awarded Fitness Equipment bid for approximately $130,000. Three bids were received, low bidder did not meet specifications, high bidder did not sign forms or provide cost breakdown. Next Monday staff will go before the City Council to discuss the update of Chapter 4 of the City Code which includes all our fees, to include the Multigenerational Center so we can have in ordinance form for adoption at the next council meeting. We also have an agreement with Mesa Senior Services for discussion at Mondays work session and approval at following council meeting. We also have a Building Maintenance Position that we received 50 applications for which included 4 internal applicants we have interviewed and will be selecting from the internal candidates. Last word from the contractor, staff and furniture move in date is second week of July.Still shooting for August opening. Mr. Bell distributed copy of an article by the Arizona Heritage Alliance a group supporting the Heritage Fund.The governor recently vetoed an attempt to take 1.6 millions dollars from game and fish.This made the 33rd attempt by legislators to sweep heritage funds. Mr. Bell relayed to the Commission that the City Manager would like to hold off on submitting application until more critical issues dealing with auction of state lands down south get worked out. 300E. SUPERSTITON BLVD, APACHE JUNCTION, AZ 85219 (480) 983-2181 Voice * (480) 982-2438 *(480) 983-TDD NEW BUSINESS: A.Fiscal Year 2005/2006 Budget Discussion:Mr. Bell distributed department budget request, all increases are related to the Multi -Generational center and does not forseen any changes. B.Swimming Pool Discussion:Commissioner Barr was not present at meeting.No discussion was held. C.Request for Upcoming Agenda Items:Budget 05/06; Park Project Update; Commission Involvement/Volunteer Opportunities; BMX Bicycle Park; Heritage Fund; Open Space Update; Multi- generational Center; Swimming Pool Discussion D.Establish Next Meeting Date:July 6, 2005 @ 6:00 p.m. Public Comment:None Adjourment: Approved: Conrad P.Kiris Their being no further business Conrad Pisinski motioned to ajdourn the meeting and Mona Barton seconded.The motion passed unanimously. 300 E. SUPERSTITON BLVD, APACHE JUNCTION, AZ 85219 (480) 983-2181 Voice * (480) 982-2438 *(480) 983-TDD