HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022 06.01 PRC Minutes City of Apache Junction, Arizona Meeting Location:
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Wednesday,June 1,2022 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
1. Call to Order
Chairperson Standage called the regular meeting of the City of Apache Junction Parks and
Recreation Commission to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Chairperson Standage led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Roll Call
Present 5- Chairperson Standage, Commissioner Schoenbeck, Vice Chair Borey,
Commissioner Kyhn, and Chairperson Moore
Excused 1 - Commissioner Moeller
Absent 1 - Commissioner Buzzin
Staff present:
Liz Langenbach, Parks and Recreation Director
Larry Binion, Recreation Facilities Manager
Kelly Martin, Park Ranger Supervisor
Carol Otto, Parks and Recreation Administrative Assistant
4. Consent Agenda
Commissioner Frank Schoenbeck moved that the Parks and Recreation Commission accept the
agenda as presented and approve the minutes from the May 4,2022 regular meeting.
Commissioner Terralle Moore seconded the motion.
Yes: 5- Chairperson Standage, Commissioner Schoenbeck, Vice Chair Borey,
Commissioner Kyhn and Chairperson Moore
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Commissioner Moeller
Absent: 1 - Commissioner Buzzin
22-328 Consideration of approval of agenda.
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22-329 Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of May 4, 2022.
Attachments: PR 050422 Meeting Minutes
5. Information and Reports
Vice Chair Judy Borey shared about the Shop Local cards that are available. Several
commissioners shared their completed rock art projects. Commissioner Frank Schoenbeck
made positive comments regarding the opening of the Dutchman Dog Park.
6. Staff Report
22-330 Presentation and discussion on projects and opportunities in the parks and
other service areas.
Director Langenbach gave a recap on Dutchman Dog Park. She gave an update on the HVAC
for the Multi-Gen Center as well as the large animal shelter at the Rodeo grounds.
22-338 Presentation, discussion and update on upcoming events and activities.
Director Langenbach thanked commissioners that completed their rock art project and then
gave an update on the fireworks display for the 4th of July celebration and the change of viewing
location.
22-331 Presentation and discussion by Larry Binion regarding operations and
programs of Superstition Shadows Aquatics Center, as well as the operations
of the Multi-Generational Center.
Director Langenbach reviewed the Parks and Recreation contact list if anyone from the public
needs to contact someone. She then introduced Larry Binion, the Recreation Facilities Manager,
who oversees both the Multi Gen Center and the Aquatics Center. He gave a short presentation
focusing on the MGC services, ammenities, and atmosphere. He reviewed many of the
programs and classes offered and communicated about the wonderful staff working there.
22-332 Presentation and discussion by Kelly Martin regarding the Park Ranger
Programs.
Director Langenbach introduced Park Ranger Supervisor, Kelly Martin, who gave an overview of
his history with the Park Ranger Program and an extensive history of the program itself. He
proudly noted that other cities have modeled their Park Ranger Program after ours and how he
personally has been invited to other towns to assist them in building their programs. He also
reviewed the Park Attendant portion of the program, as well his other duties and the importance
of these roles to both our staff, the families visiting our playgrounds, and the community at large.
7. Old Business
22-333 Update and discussion of Dutchman Dog Park donor opportunities.
Director Langenbach shared for Dutchman Dog Park donor opportunities and gave an update
on various offerings. She also shared some conceptual ideas via a visual presentation as well
as the place to find answers to frequently asked questions. She noted that the Corporate
Partnership program is still active and some people are contacting us regarding smaller
sponsorship items.
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22-334 Presentation and discussion of community survey questions for the Parks
and Recreation Strategic Plan
A presentation was made by Director Langenbach regarding community feedback within the
Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. One aspect of this is will be in the form of a survey in
which the public can answer specific questions to guide us with some of the decisions in
finalizing this Plan. She reviewed some of the categories which will be covered and also some
potential questions to find out specifically what people want for themselves and their families.
8. New Business
22-335 Discussion regarding the dedication of the Prospector Park Softball Complex
in memory of former Parks and Recreation Director, Jeff Bell.
Attachments: Park Naming Policy
A handout entitled Parks, Areas, and Facilities Naming/Dedication Policy was reviewed by the
commission while Director Langenbach spoke regarding the dedication of the Prospector Park
Softball Complex in memory of former Parks and Recreation Director, Jeff Bell. She shared
some accomplishments of Mr. Bell and gave an overview of the policy and requested feedback
on honoring him and his legacy with an interpretive display. Vice Chair Borey, Commissioner
Frank Schoenbeck, and Chair Standage shared their thoughts. Director Langenbach intends on
finding historical video and sharing it with the commission to see some ideas that Jeff had about
naming a facility. First and foremost we will consider this dedication for the fall and perhaps at a
later time we can review the policy to make potential changes.
22-336 Discussion on engaging new community members.
Commissioner Schoenbeck introduced discussion on engaging new community members that
move into the area. He shared how people form habits and what can we do to get people to
come to the Multi-Generational Center as well as the Library and also begin shopping within our
city. We might engage the Chamber of Commerce to attract people to this part of town. Director
Langenbach asked for input from Larry Binion who shared that the developers and home
builders who have used welcome baskets to reach new community members with information
about what we offer.Vice Chair Borey and Chair Standage added to the discussion.
9. Call to Public
None.
10. Call for Future Agenda Items
Commissioner Schoenbeck asked about our next big project and Director Langenbach replied
that we will report back on baskets from the Developers to new community members.
11. Selection of Meeting Dates, Times, Location and Purpose
22-337 Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission to be held at 6:00
p.m.on July 6, 2022 in the city council chambers located at 300 E.
Superstition Boulevard.
Commissioner Frank Schoenbeck moved seconded by Vice Chair Judy Borey that the regular
session of the Parks and Recreation Commission be held July 6,2022 at 6:00 p.m.in the city
council chambers located at 300 E.Superstition Boulevard,Apache Junction.
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Yes: 5 - Chairperson Standage, Commissioner Schoenbeck, Vice Chair Borey,
Commissioner Kyhn and Chairperson Moore
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Commissioner Moeller
Absent: 1 - Commissioner Buzzin
Director Langenbach led a short discussion regarding the dates for summer meetings.
12. Adjournment
Chair Wayne Standage adjourned the meeting at 7:42 p.m.
SIGNED THIS DAY OF L•t t f 2022.
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Wayne Sta%age
Chairperson
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