PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION
MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 3, 2002 MEETING
Roll Call
Present: Commissioners Francis, Fishman, Hollander, and Sigler Bell - absent
Staff: Burrell, Portela Rooney - absent
Motion: "To approve as submitted."
Hollander/Francis - All Ayes
Public Comment
N/A
Correspondence
Letter from Mary Leuci, Program Manager for the Association of Retarded Citizens (ARC), requesting weekend use of Community Center courtyard for an Arts & Craft show benefiting ARC on Saturday, December 14th, 2002.
Motion: "To approve the request for use of the Community Center courtyard
(Room 8 in case of inclement weather) and waive all associated rental fees.
Francis/Hollander - All Ayes
Matters for Commission Consideration
Motion: "To approve the request from the St. Patrick's Day Weekend Committee to hold a St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival on Saturday and Sunday, March 15-16, 2003 subject to the conditions discussed; 1) an A-7 insurance rating, and 2) timely residential notification regarding parking restrictions. "
Hollander/Sigler - All Ayes
Staff Report(s)
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Revised Aquatics Facility Survey
(PDF File)
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After reviewing the revised aquatics facility survey it was determined that it would not be a revenue generating program and not feasible.
Commissioner's Reports
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Senior Activities Subcommittee - Fishman
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Plans are being made to meet with two cities regarding activities and potential programs for Seniors.
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Community Center Foundation Report - Hollander
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The "Last Puppet Show" (held on the last Saturday of the month starting March 2002) doubled in audience size (161) from last month. The next show will be January 25th, 2003.
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Museum Subcommittee Report - Fishman/Hollander
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The Historical Society is holding a volunteer recognition dinner Dec. 18th. The society is anxious to claim their new storage space in Room 18. Plans for this should be completed in February 2003.
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Valley Park Subcommittee Report - Francis
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Residents living close to Valley Park would like a walk-through to see the progress being made in the renovations. The contractor will be contacted regarding this request.
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City Tree Subcommittee Report - Sigler
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There have been no meetings and one will be scheduled after the holidays.
Items Requested by Commissioners
Hollander related the fact that South Park is crowded due to Valley Park being closed. She suggested (due to concerned parents) that more swings should be added. These would be for the older children (the swings already in place are for toddlers). She also had concerns regarding the climbing wall and when it would be put in place.
Other Matters
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City Budget Review - Stephen Burrell
Steve gave us a brief overview of the budget process that was much appreciated by the Commissioners.
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Clark Field Irrigation System Review - Howard Fishman
Howard invited Mike Flaherty to give us insight into the task of renovating the irrigation system in Clark Field and potential upgrades to the field.
Motion: "To Adjourn"
Hollander/Francis - All Ayes
Adjournment: 9:00 PM
