HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021 04.07 PRC AgendaParks & Recreation Commission
City of Apache Junction, Arizona
Agenda
Meeting Location:
City Council Chambers
at City Hall
300 E Superstition Blvd
Apache Junction, AZ
85119
apachejunctionaz.gov
P: (480) 983-2181
City Council Chambers6:00 PMWednesday, April 7, 2021
1.Call to Order
21-167 April 7, 2021
04072021.AgendaAttachments:
2.Roll Call
3.Pledge of Allegiance
4.Acceptance of Agenda
5.Acceptance of Minutes
21-168 March 03, 2021
03032021.MinutesAttachments:
6.Parks and Recreation Director's Report
The Director or those individuals designated by the Director may present information pertinent to items
under consideration or information related to the operation of the department.
21-169 Facility Update - Director's update on projects and opportunities in the
parks and other service areas.
21-170 Program Update - Director's update on upcoming events and
activities.
7.Old Business
21-171 Parks and Recreation Fee Update - Presentation and discussion on
changes to 4.1 of the City Code, Parks and Recreation Fees.
Fee Schedule Comparison 2021
Commission Presentation - 2020 Fees Staff Recommendation
Attachments:
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April 7, 2021Parks & Recreation Commission Agenda
21-172 Discussion on COVID19 - related topics to include effect on
recreational programming, facility usage and community wellness
opportunities.
8.New Business
9.Call to Public
Arizona Open Meeting Law allows individuals to address Commission on any issue within the jurisdiction
of the Commission. Commission may not answer your questions or discuss your comments at this time.
However, at the conclusion of Call to the Public, Commission may do any of the following: 1) respond to
criticism made by any individual who addresses the Commission; 2) ask staff to review a matter; 3) ask
staff to place the matter on a future agenda. Commission shall not discuss or take legal action on
matters raised at Call to the Public unless the matters have been properly noticed for discussion and
legal action. Please stand, approach the podium microphone and state your name and address after
being called to speak. There is a three (3) minute time limit per speaker.
10.Requests for Future Agenda Items
At this time Parks and Recreation commissioners or Parks and Recreation staff members are given the
opportunity to suggest a topic or topics to be added to the next or any subsequent agenda of the Parks
and Recreation Commission. No discussion of the topics suggested are to take place at this time
11.Adjournment
The City of Apache Junction invites and welcomes people of all abilities to use our programs, sites and
facilities. Specific requests may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office at (480) 474-2617
or TDD (480) 983-0095.
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Agenda Item Cover Sheet
City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition
Boulevard
Apache Junction, AZ
85119
File ID: 21-167
Agenda Item No.
Agenda Date: 4/7/2021 Sponsor:
In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex:
April 7, 2021
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Parks & Recreation Commission
City of Apache Junction, Arizona
Agenda - Draft
Meeting Location:
City Council Chambers
at City Hall
300 E Superstition Blvd
Apache Junction, AZ
85119
apachejunctionaz.gov
P: (480) 983-2181
City Council Chambers6:00 PMWednesday, April 7, 2021
1.Call to Order
2.Roll Call
3.Pledge of Allegiance
4.Acceptance of Agenda
21-167 April 7, 2021
5.Acceptance of Minutes
21-168 March 03, 2021
03032021.MinutesAttachments:
6.Parks and Recreation Director's Report
The Director or those individuals designated by the Director may present information pertinent to items
under consideration or information related to the operation of the department.
21-169 Facility Update - Director's update on projects and opportunities in the
parks and other service areas.
21-170 Program Update - Director's update on upcoming events and
activities.
7.Old Business
21-171 Parks and Recreation Fee Update - Presentation and discussion on
changes to 4.1 of the City Code, Parks and Recreation Fees.
Fee Schedule Comparison 2021
Commission Presentation - 2020 Fees Staff Recommendation
Attachments:
21-172 Discussion on COVID19 - related topics to include effect on
recreational programming, facility usage and community wellness
opportunities.
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April 7, 2021Parks & Recreation Commission Agenda - Draft
8.New Business
9.Call to Public
Arizona Open Meeting Law allows individuals to address Commission on any issue within the jurisdiction
of the Commission. Commission may not answer your questions or discuss your comments at this time.
However, at the conclusion of Call to the Public, Commission may do any of the following: 1) respond to
criticism made by any individual who addresses the Commission; 2) ask staff to review a matter; 3) ask
staff to place the matter on a future agenda. Commission shall not discuss or take legal action on
matters raised at Call to the Public unless the matters have been properly noticed for discussion and
legal action. Please stand, approach the podium microphone and state your name and address after
being called to speak. There is a three (3) minute time limit per speaker.
10.Requests for Future Agenda Items
At this time Parks and Recreation commissioners or Parks and Recreation staff members are given the
opportunity to suggest a topic or topics to be added to the next or any subsequent agenda of the Parks
and Recreation Commission. No discussion of the topics suggested are to take place at this time
11.Adjournment
The City of Apache Junction invites and welcomes people of all abilities to use our programs, sites and
facilities. Specific requests may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office at (480) 474-2617
or TDD (480) 983-0095.
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Agenda Item Cover Sheet
City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition
Boulevard
Apache Junction, AZ
85119
File ID: 21-168
Agenda Date: 4/7/2021 Sponsor:
In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex:
March 03, 2021
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Meeting Location:
City Council Chambers
at City Hall
300 E Superstition Blvd
Apache Junction, AZ
85119
apachejunctionaz.gov
P: (480) 983-2181
City of Apache Junction, Arizona
Meeting Minutes
Parks & Recreation Commission
6:00 PM City Council ChambersWednesday, March 3, 2021
Call to Order1.
Vice-Chairperson Borey called the regular meeting of the City of Apache Junction Parks and
Recreation Commission to order at 6:01 pm.
Roll Call2.
Commissioner Schoenbeck, Commissioner Moeller, Commissioner Buzzin, Vice
Chair Borey, and Commissioner Kyhn
Present 5 -
Chairperson StandageExcused1 -
Commissioner WaldieAbsent1 -
Staff Present:
Liz Langenbach, Parks and Recreation Director
Jamie Sullivan, Recreation Superintendent
Riley King, Parks and Recreation Management Analyst
Mary March, Parks and Recreation Administrative Assistant
Pledge of Allegiance3.
Vice-Chairperson Borey led the commission in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Acceptance of Agenda4.
21-091 March 3, 2021
Vice-Chairperson Borey called for a motion to accept the agenda for March 3, 2021 regular
meeting.
Commissioner Buzzin motioned to accept the agenda as presented. Commissioner Kyhn
seconded. The Parks and Recreation Commission accepted the agenda as presented.
Approved in a vote of all present in favor, no one opposed.
Acceptance of Minutes5.
21-092 January 6, 2021
Vice-Chairperson Borey called for a motion to accept the minutes of January 6, 2021, regular
meeting.
Commissioner Schoenbeck motioned to accept the minutes as presented. Commissioner
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Buzzin seconded. The minutes were approved in a vote of all present in favor, no one opposed.
Parks and Recreation Director's Report6.
21-093 Facilities Update - Director's update on projects and opportunities in the parks
and other service areas.
Director Langenbach updated and advised on the following: Nothing new to report on BLM
property. We have seen an increase in calls from citizens related to illegal camping on the open
space area. There are at least 150 signs on the open space area related to no dumping, no
camping, cleaning up after pets with associated penalty and fines, but no contact number for
reporting listed. Decals have been purchased and affixed on the signs with the Park Ranger
department direct line and police department contact number so citizens can report and
Rangers can manage at time of occurrence.
Press releases are planned for two open space community clean up events, from Meridian to
Ironwood and North of Lost Dutchman Boulevard for anyone interested in volunteering. We will
also post information on our website.
21-094 Programs Update - Director's update on upcoming events and activities
Director Langenbach advised the commission Mayor Wilson made a presentation supporting
the 2021 Get Out Arizona Campaign, encouraging people to get out and be active for the entire
year. Related department activities coming up include the annual Superstition Sleepover at
Prospector modified to follow CDC and state guidelines. Prospector Park will be shamrocked
with painted rocks to find and Leaping Leprechaun Hunt at Silly Mountain starts March 13th.
Florence, Queen Creek and Apache Junction have joined together challenging our communities
to get out and get active. The goal is to achieve 200,000 active minutes collectively in a three
month period.
During Spring Break Virtual Open Gym and Sports Clinics are scheduled. Participation
numbers have dropped at the MGC slightly over the last month. We have opened the gym for
shoot arounds, are scheduling pickleball by reservation and plan to utilizing the climbing wall
during spring break.
Commissioner Schoenbeck inquired about utilization of volunteers. Director Langenbach
advised we have not been utilizing, but may consider moving forward.
Summer plans are to open up the pool, provide swim lessons and aquatic classes and open
swim at reduce capacity. Currently the Independent will print a full page of activities for us and
we will supplement with printing a shortened version in house.
Old Business7.
21-095 Parks and Recreation Fee Study Update
Director Langenbach advised Parks and Recreation fees were last reviewed and increases
approved by the City Council in 2015. Commercial Fees were looked at in 2018 and no action
was requested. Riley King department Management Analyst was introduced for presentation of
fee and guideline research compiled utilizing our market cities. Commercial use of stage was
discussed. Staff will bring back info to share based on input at next meeting with plans for
recommendation to City Council by May.
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21-096 Dog Park Update
Director Langenbach advised the Commission the IGA with Pinal County related to the
development of the Dog Park has been signed by Pinal County and adopted by the City Council
at last nights council meeting. Plans are to be out for bid in April for award of bid in May.
Citizen group has had their first Zoom meeting and planning next meeting for end of March, in
the mean time we will advertise for more input.
New Business8.
21-097 Arizona State Parks - Outdoor Recreation Grants
Presentation and discussion on upcoming grants to assist with updates to
Superstition Shadows Park and Silly Mountain Park
Director Langenbach advised the Commission that Land and Water Conservation Fund
(LWCF) Grant program has become available again. This is a 50/50 match grant utilized to
assist with outdoor recreation sites. We received funds previously for Phase I of Prospector
Park and Open Space Area, Superstition Shadows Park and City Hall Complex Park.
We will submit grant application for renovation of tennis courts and replace of restroom at
Superstition Shadows Park, we will also need to find match money but, can do over several
years.
Recreation Trails Program has match program we will be able to utilize for a new restroom,
ramada and updates to the security fencing at Silly Mountain Park.
Call to Public9.
none
Requests for Future Agenda Items10.
Fee Study Update; State Park Grant Update
Adjournment11.
Their being no further business Vice Chairperson, Judy Borey adjourned the meeting at 7:30pm
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Agenda Item Cover Sheet
City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition
Boulevard
Apache Junction, AZ
85119
File ID: 21-169
Agenda Date: 4/7/2021 Sponsor:
In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex:
Facility Update - Director's update on projects and opportunities in the parks and other service
areas.
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Agenda Item Cover Sheet
City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition
Boulevard
Apache Junction, AZ
85119
File ID: 21-170
Agenda Date: 4/7/2021 Sponsor:
In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex:
Program Update - Director's update on upcoming events and activities.
Page 1 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/9/2025
Agenda Item Cover Sheet
City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition
Boulevard
Apache Junction, AZ
85119
File ID: 21-171
Agenda Item No.
Agenda Date: 4/7/2021 Sponsor:
In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex:
Parks and Recreation Fee Update - Presentation and discussion on changes to 4.1 of the City
Code, Parks and Recreation Fees.
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ARTICLE 4-1 PARKS & RECREATION FEE SCHEDULE – 2021 Potential Changes
FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT RENTAL FEES
Meeting and Classroom Space Current
Fees
Suggested
Changes
Commercial/
Non-Resident
Fee 20%
Commercial/
Non-Resident
Fee 50%
Notes
Small Classroom/Meeting Room $20.00/hour $24.00 $30.00
Large Classroom/Meeting Room $30.00/ hour $36.00 $45.00
Multi-Purpose Room (MGC) $60.00/ hour $72.00 $90.00
Sports Fields
Field Rental Fee (casual, first come/first
serve)
No Fee
Daytime Sports Field Usage $10.00/hour $12.00 $15.00
Evening Sports Field Usage (incl. lights) $17.00/hour $20.40.00 $25.50
Field Prep – Soccer/Football $60.00/field $80.00 $96.00 $120.00
Field Prep – Softball/Baseball $30.00/field $40.00 $43.20 $60.00
Sports Courts
Court Rental Fee (casual, first come/first
serve)
No Fee
Daytime Court Usage $2.50/ hour $5.00 $6.00 $7.50
Gymnasium $75.00/hour $90.00 $112.50
Veteran’s Memorial Park
Veteran’s Memorial Park $15.00/hour $18.00 $22.50
Group Use (designated areas only)
24 or fewer people (casual, first-
come/first serve)
No Fee
Small Ramada (max 30 people; 2hr. min) $10.00/hour $12.00 $15.00
Large Ramada (max 50 people; 2hr min) $15.00/hour $18.00 $22.50
Multi-Use Area $8.00/hour $9.60 $12.00
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Rodeo Park
Daytime Rodeo Arena Usage $8.00/ hour $9.60 $12.00
Evening Rodeo Arena Usage (incl. lights) $17.00/hour $20.40 $25.50
Multi-Use Area $8.00/hour $9.60 $12.00
Rodeo Park Concession Stand $8.00/hour $9.60 $12.00
Arena Prep $50.00/prep $60 $75.00
Swimming Pool
Pool Rental – Shared Usage, less than
100 people (2 hour minimum; includes
lifeguards)
$100/hour There is only one shared usage
size proposed for the new fees
Pool Rental – Shared Usage, up to 149
people (2hr min; includes lifeguards)
$150.00/hour $ 250.00 $300.00 $375.00
Pool Rental – Exclusive Usage, 150+ (2hr
min; includes lifeguards)
$200.00/hour $ 330.00 $396.00 $495.00
Pool Rental – Competition Pool Only (2
hour minimum; includes lifeguards)
$100.00/hour $ 125.00 $150.00 $187.50
Special Services/Equipment
Barricades $3.00 each $3.60 $4.50
Bleachers – 3 row (includes delivery) $50.00/day $60.00 $75.00
Bleachers - 5 row(includes delivery) $65.00/day $78.00 $97.50
Folding Chairs $1.00 each $1.20 $1.50
Folding Tables $6.00 each $7.20 $9.00
Malt Beverage Permit – single day fee $10.00/day $12.00 $15.00
Malt Beverage Permit – multiple day fee $25.00/event $30.00 $37.50
Personnel Services (per employee) $25.00/hour $30.00 $30.00 $37.50
Rodeo Arena PA System $30.00/day $36.00 $45.00
Single Sport Package $6.00/day $7.20 $9.00
Tractor/Loader (includes operator) $55.00/hour $66.00 $82.50
Traffic Cones $1.00 each $1.20 $1.50
Used Softballs $1.00 each $1.20 $1.50
Water Truck (includes operator) $55.00/hour $66.00 $82.50
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Electronic Messaging Board $50/ 10 days N/A
Mobile Stage Rental Fee $500.00 $600.00 $750.00
Mobile Stage Additional Day $250 per
additional day
$300.00 $375.00
Mobile Stage Set Up/Close Down Fee $250 per
event
Mobile Stage Refundable
Security/Cleaning Deposit
$500 per
event
PROGRAM AND ACTIVITY FEES
Adult Sports Current Fee Suggested
Changes
Notes
Leagues (teams) $50.00-$500.00 $5.00-$500.00 Golf league starts at $5
Instruction $0.00-$100.00
Aquatics
Swim Instruction $10.00-$50.00
Swim Team $30.00-$75.00
Dance/Fitness/Exercise
Per Session $0.00-$75.00
School Programs
Per Session $3.00-$300.00
Special Events
Per Event $0.00-$10.00 $0.00-$50.00 Vendors and booth registrations
Special Interest Classes
Per Session $0.00-$200.00
Youth Sports
Leagues $20.00-$75.00
Instruction $0.00-$100.00
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FACILITY ENTRY FEES
Pool Entry/Passes Current
Fee
Suggested
Changes
Notes
Daily Fee (17and under) $1.50 $2.00
Daily Fees (18 and over) $2.50 $3.00
Season Pass (17 and under) $50.00 $60.00
Season Pass (18 and older) $70.00 $85.00
Family Season Pass (up to 6 members) $110.00 $130.00
Additional Members on Family Pass $15.00 each
Multi-Generational Center Entry/Memberships
Daily Fees (17 and under) $3.00
Daily Fees (18 and older) $5.00
Monthly Pass (17 and under) $16.00
Monthly Pass (18 and older) $27.00
Monthly Pass (Family) $60.00
Monthly Pass (Additional Family Member) $10.00
Six Month Pass (17 and under) $82.00
Six Month Pass (18 and older) $132.00
Six Month Pass (Family) $297.00
Six Month Pass (Additional Family Member) $25.00
Annual Pass (17 and under) $132.00
Annual Pass (18 and older) $198.00
Annual Pass (Family) $528.00
Annual Pass (Additional Family Member) $40.00
10 Day Punch Pass $35.00
Apache Junction Parks and Recreation
Fee Study 2021
Passes/ Programs/ Facility Rentals/ Park Rentals –April 7th Presentation
2021 FEE STUDY BACKGROUND
Jan. 6, 2021 -Parks and Rec Commission Introduction
Mar. 1, 2021 -City Council Presentation/Discussion
Mar. 3, 2021 -Parks and Rec Commission Presentation of
market study results
MARKET CITIES
Avondale
Buckeye
Casa Grande
Goodyear
Marana
Maricopa
Mesa
Oro Valley
Queen Creek
Add a commercial fee
Add a non-resident fee
Update specific fees based on actual costs
pool rentals
sports courts
sports field preps
personnel fees
stage fees
Facility/Equipment Rental Recommendations
Minimal increase in pool entry fees & passes to offset
increasing operational costs
No change to MGC fees at this time
Facility Entry Fees/Passes Recommendation
Update the Adult Sports fee range to accommodate lower
individual league fees (i.e. golf league)
Update the Special Event fee range to accommodate
vendor fees
Rec Program/Activity Fees Recommendation
Next Steps
1.Take tonight’s feedback and come to next commission
meeting for final recommendation/approval
2.Present Commission’s recommendation to City Council
for discussion and adoption
3.Anticipate fee changes/updates to be effective by
September 1st, 2021
Questions/Other?
Agenda Item Cover Sheet
City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition
Boulevard
Apache Junction, AZ
85119
File ID: 21-172
Agenda Item No.
Agenda Date: 4/7/2021 Sponsor:
In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex:
Discussion on COVID19 - related topics to include effect on recreational programming, facility
usage and community wellness opportunities.
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