HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005 10.05 PRC MinutesCITY OF APACHE JUNCTION
Parks &Recreation Commission
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Apache Junction,Az.85219
A regular meeting of the Apache Junction Parks and Recreation
Commission was held on October 5,2005 at 6:00 p.m.at the Apache
Junction City Hall pursuant to notice as prescribed by law.
Present Absent
Theresa A.Nesser,Chairman
Conrad Pisinski,Vice Chairman
Vincent Barr
John Kantowski
Patricia Richmond
Sandra Schenone
Mona Barton,Excused
Staff Present:Jeff Bell,Director of Parks and Recreation
Jamie Sullivan,Facilities Manager
Larry Binion,Recreation Coordinator
Heather Wright,Recreation Assistant
Mary D.March,Secretary
Others Present:Ray DelZotto,Pinnacle One;Chip Wilson,Nancy
Koerner,Ovid Bond,SHA;Gary Mullholland,Sam
Buckingham,Carl C Anderson,Bob Bogart SMPC;
Glenn Fredricksen,Ray Gatz,Arizona Early Day Gas
Engine &Tractor Association;James Bogart;
Pasquale &Lori D'Amico;John &Joan Cain
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Nesser called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.and
led the Commission in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA:
Vincent Barr made a motion to move item 5A.New Business,
Rodeo Development Discussion immediately after item 3D.
Director's Report,Discussion of Volunteer Opportunities and
to accept the agenda,as requested.John Kantowski
seconded,the motion passed unanimously.
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES:
Patricia Richmond motioned to accept the minutes of October
5,2005 regular meeting as presented.Conrad Pisinski
seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
A.Update on Arizona Open Meeting and Conflict Laws:
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Mr.Bell introduced City Attorney Joel Stern,who
distributed to handouts one on Open Meeting Laws and the
other on Conflicts of Interest Law,which he briefly
reviewed with the Commission,stressing why they should care
as a board member?Which included the nullification of
action taken,$500 civil penalty &personal liability for
attorney fees &removal from public office.
B.Update on Operational Issues:
Mr.Bell informed the Commission,that for the first time in
a long time the department is at full staff.
Mr.Bell further requested that Goldminers Park Lease be put
on next month's agenda for discussion.
C.Introduction of Staff:
Mr.Bell introduced Jamie Sullivan,Larry Binion &Heather
Wright,Multi -Generational Center Staff.
Heather Wright explained that she was Recreation Specialist
to Larry Binion and assists both him and Jamie Sullivan in
what every they need,she has been with the City's Parks and
Recreation Department for 4 years and really likes working
at the Multi -Generational Center.
Larry Binion informed the Commission that he is the Special
Interest Coordinator in charge of fun stuff.He has been
with the City for 6 Months and came from Gilbert's
Freestone,where he was a fitness coordinator.Larry came
to the City because of the new growth and the opportunities
that allows.Larry believes we provide a whole new level of
enjoyment,especially with great staff like Liz Langenbach,
Jamie Sullivan and Jeff Bell.
Jamie Sullivan,informed the Commission that she started
with the City over 16 years ago.After beginning as a
Recreation Leader in our summer program,she moved into the
front office and has worked her way up to where she is
today.She was raised in the community and enjoys giving
back to her community.Like Mr.Bell who says he is the
first Parks and Recreation Director,she can also say she is
the first Facilities Manager.
D.Discussion of Volunteer Opportunities:
Mr.Bell relayed to the Commission will update next month,
nothing new to add at this time.
NEW BUSINESS:
A.Rodeo Park Development Discussion:
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Mr.Bell introduced Ray DelZotto,our project manager from
Pinnacle One.
Mr.DelZotto explained we would be brainstorming tonight and
also at the November &December meetings on what we would
ultimately like the Rodeo Grounds to be for a master
design/plan.
Improvements suggested included restroom/showers &(area for
port -a -johns to accommodate large events),
concession/kitchen,covered bleachers,larger horse
facility,arena (like westworld),museum for tractor
display,more parking,campground,individual horse stalls,
warm-up arena,horseshoe pits,picnic area,water
improvements @ stock area;lighting @ parking lot,vendor
power grid,amphitheater (outdoor with a view),multi -use
stadium,fairgrounds/event center.Concerns were expressed
about traffic control,security for the improvements
suggesting the possibility of an on -site caretaker.I t was
further suggested policy governing the facility use be
reviewed.I t was also mentioned that the with the growth
around the school facility on Southern Ave.,we would most
likely need a place to relocate the July 4 'Fireworks
display.
Mr.DelZotto explained this is a good start and urged that
i f anyone had anymore ideas,please feel free to call the
parks and recreation office and we will also have next
month.
OLD BUSINESS:
A.Park Project Update:
Mr.Bell reported that we recently bid out the landscape
maintenance of open space areas at Ironwood Cove,Arroyo
Verde,Renaissance Point and Phelps Drive.We will be
recommending a new contractor who's bid is lower than the
previously contracted service.
B. Open Space Update (possible recommendation):
Mr.Bell explained that i f we were able to purchase state
trust land there is no mechanism in place to do so.Mr.
Hoffman and management staff have toured some planned
development this past weekend and all developments included
open space areas.
Mr.Hoffman has basically asked that we sit tight and see
what happens with state land and the reform initiative.
C. Heritage Fund Report:
Mr.Bell informed the commission he has nothing new to
report at this time.
D:Multi -Generational Center Update:
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Mr.Bell informed the Commission between September 5 th and
the end of September we generated $38,000 that does not
include memberships issued prior.We estimate revenues
currently generated to be $60,000.Mr.Bell projected
revenues to be generated at $100,000 this projection was low
intentionally,we will definitely exceed this figure.
Ms.Schenone asked i f revenues generated offset the cost of
operation.
Mr.Bell explained i t was estimated to cover one-third the
operation cost.
Mr.Bell further relayed that 438 memberships have been
issued and we have had 6,178 visits averaging approximately
300 visits per day.
NEW BUSINESS:
B.Request for Upcoming Agenda Items:
Heritage Fund;Park Project Update;Multi -Generational
Center;Open Space;Rodeo Park Development Discussion;
Volunteer Opportunities;Staff Introduction;Update on
Operational Issues;Goldminers Park
C.Next Meeting Date:November 2,2005.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business,Vincent Barr motioned to
adjourn.John Kantowski seconded and the motion passed
unanimously.
APPROVED
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