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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022 07.06 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, July 6, 2022 1.Call to Order 2.Pledge of Allegiance 3.Roll Call 4.Consent Agenda The commission may, at this time, take single action on any or all items listed as consent agenda items. These include acceptance of agenda and acceptance of minutes. Any member of the commission may remove any item from the consent agenda for discussion and cause a separate vote on the matter later in the agenda. 22-402 Consideration of approval of agenda. Sponsors:Liz Langenbach 22-403 Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of June 1, 2022. Sponsors:Liz Langenbach PR 060122 Meeting MinutesAttachments: 5.Information and Reports The chair at this time may announce information regarding activities involving Parks and Recreation matters, such as, but not limited to attendance of commission members at community meetings or events, seminars or conferences, or upcoming events or conferences 6.Staff 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. 22-404 Presentation and discussion on projects and opportunities in the parks and other service areas and National Parks and Recreation Month in July. Sponsors:Liz Langenbach 22-405 Presentation, discussion and update on upcoming events and activities. Sponsors:Jamie Sullivan and Liz Langenbach Page 1 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/9/2025 July 6, 2022Parks & Recreation Commission Agenda 22-406 Presentation and discussion by Dave Butler, Park Maintenance Supervisor for the South Team. Sponsors:Liz Langenbach 22-407 Presentation and discussion by Jill Ruot, Recreation Coordinator for Aquatics and Fitness. Sponsors:Liz Langenbach 7.Old Business 22-408 Discussion and consideration of approval of the dedication of the Prospector Park Softball Complex in memory of former Parks and Recreation Director, Jeff Bell. Sponsors:Liz Langenbach 22-409 Discussion regarding community engagement options for new housing developments. Sponsors:Liz Langenbach 22-411 Update and discussion regarding the Community Survey questions for the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. Sponsors:Liz Langenbach 8.New Business 22-410 Presentation and discussion of public parks in the south master planned communities. Sponsors:Liz Langenbach 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.Call 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.Selection of Meeting Dates, Times, Location and Purpose 22-412 Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission to be held at 6:00 p.m. on August 3, 2022 in the city council chambers located at 300 E. Superstition Boulevard. Sponsors:Liz Langenbach Page 2 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/9/2025 July 6, 2022Parks & Recreation Commission Agenda 12.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. Page 3 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: 22-402 Agenda Date: 7/6/2022 Sponsor: Liz Langenbach In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Consideration of approval of agenda. 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: 22-403 Agenda Item No. Agenda Date: 7/6/2022 Sponsor: Liz Langenbach In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of June 1, 2022. Page 1 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/9/2025 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, June 1, 2022 Call to Order1. Chairperson Standage called the regular meeting of the City of Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Commission to order at 6:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance2. Chairperson Standage led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call3. Chairperson Standage, Commissioner Schoenbeck, Vice Chair Borey, Commissioner Kyhn, and Chairperson Moore Present 5 - Commissioner MoellerExcused1 - Commissioner BuzzinAbsent1 - 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 Consent Agenda4. 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:Chairperson Standage, Commissioner Schoenbeck, Vice Chair Borey, Commissioner Kyhn and Chairperson Moore 5 - No:0 Excused:Commissioner Moeller1 - Absent:Commissioner Buzzin1 - 22-328 Consideration of approval of agenda. Page 1City of Apache Junction, Arizona June 1, 2022Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes 22-329 Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of May 4, 2022. PR 050422 Meeting MinutesAttachments: Information and Reports5. 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. Staff Report6. 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. Old Business7. 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. Page 2City of Apache Junction, Arizona June 1, 2022Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes 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. New Business8. 22-335 Discussion regarding the dedication of the Prospector Park Softball Complex in memory of former Parks and Recreation Director, Jeff Bell. Park Naming PolicyAttachments: 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. Call to Public9. None. Call for Future Agenda Items10. 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. Selection of Meeting Dates, Times, Location and Purpose11. 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. Page 3City of Apache Junction, Arizona June 1, 2022Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes Yes:Chairperson Standage, Commissioner Schoenbeck, Vice Chair Borey, Commissioner Kyhn and Chairperson Moore 5 - No:0 Excused:Commissioner Moeller1 - Absent:Commissioner Buzzin1 - Director Langenbach led a short discussion regarding the dates for summer meetings. Adjournment12. Chair Wayne Standage adjourned the meeting at 7:42 p.m. Page 4City of Apache Junction, Arizona Agenda Item Cover Sheet City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction, AZ 85119 File ID: 22-404 Agenda Date: 7/6/2022 Sponsor: Liz Langenbach In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Presentation and discussion on projects and opportunities in the parks and other service areas and National Parks and Recreation Month in July. 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: 22-405 Agenda Date: 7/6/2022 Sponsor: Jamie Sullivan and Liz Langenbach In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Presentation, discussion and 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: 22-406 Agenda Date: 7/6/2022 Sponsor: Liz Langenbach In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Presentation and discussion by Dave Butler, Park Maintenance Supervisor for the South Team. 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: 22-407 Agenda Date: 7/6/2022 Sponsor: Liz Langenbach In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Presentation and discussion by Jill Ruot, Recreation Coordinator for Aquatics and Fitness. 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: 22-408 Agenda Item No. Agenda Date: 7/6/2022 Sponsor: Liz Langenbach In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Discussion and consideration of approval of the dedication of the Prospector Park Softball Complex in memory of former Parks and Recreation Director, Jeff Bell. 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: 22-409 Agenda Date: 7/6/2022 Sponsor: Liz Langenbach In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Discussion regarding community engagement options for new housing developments. 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: 22-411 Agenda Date: 7/6/2022 Sponsor: Liz Langenbach In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Update and discussion regarding the Community Survey questions for the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. 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: 22-410 Agenda Date: 7/6/2022 Sponsor: Liz Langenbach In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Presentation and discussion of public parks in the south master planned communities. 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: 22-412 Agenda Date: 7/6/2022 Sponsor: Liz Langenbach In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission to be held at 6:00 p.m. on August 3, 2022 in the city council chambers located at 300 E. Superstition Boulevard. Page 1 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/9/2025