HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-02-20GRAPEVINE PARKS & RECREATION BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 1997 - 7 PM
MITCHELL MEETING FACILITY
411 BALL STREET
Call to Order
IL Invocation
III. Approval of the January 16, 1997 Minutes
IV. Citizens Requests
V. New Business
A. Discussion of rules associated with the use of the Senior Citizens
Center
B. Discussion of improvements to Oak Grove Baseball Park, Glade
Crossing Park and C.J. Hutchins Park
C. Main Street Days
VI. Reports
A. Trail Projects
B. Pool/Trail Project
C. Casey's Clubhouse
D. Community Activities Center
VII. Miscellaneous Board Items
VIII. Adjourn
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IN ACCORDANCE WITH TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, CHAPTER 551.001 et seq,
ACTS OF THE 1993 TEXAS LEGISLATURE, THE BOARD MEETING AGENDA, WAS
PREPARED AND POSTED ON THIS THE 12TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 1996 AT 5:00
P.M.
DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
CITY OF GRAPEVINE
COUNTY OF TARRANT
STATE OF TEXAS
The City of Grapevine Parks and Recreation Board met Thursday, February 20, 1997 at 7:00 p.m.
at the Bessie Mitchell Meeting Facility, 411 Ball Street, Grapevine, Texas with the following
members present, to wit:
John Fox
Roy Robertson
Jeff Kirkhuff
Lisa Haines
Ruth Nichol
Craig Neill
Molly King
Shane Wilbanks
Mark Born
Linda Dobbs Willis
Gina Dutcher
Absent:
Larry Atchley Barbara Johnson
Robert Brunson
Staff:
Doug Evans Joe Moore
Kelly Allensworth Brian Roberson
Karla Turner Beulah Prince
Visitor:
Rich Wenger
The meeting was called to order at 7.03 p.m. A motion was made by Craig Neill and seconded by
Lisa Haines to approve the minutes of the January 16, 1997 meeting. The motion passed
unanimously.
A. Discussion of rules associated with the use of the Senior Citizens Center
Kelly Allensworth introduced Brian Roberson, Recreation Supervisor. Brian introduced Karla
Turner and Beulah Prince with the Grapevine Senior Citizens Center. Brian explained how policies
and procedures for the Senior Center are developed. The guidelines were primarily adopted from
the Greater Tarrant County Senior Services Program.
Allowance of guns in the Center was discussed and will be researched as to the legality.
Disciplinary procedures for all centers were discussed. Comments will be received and the policies
brought back at a later date.
B. Discussion of improvements to Oak Grove Baseball Park, Glade Crossing Park and C.J. Hutchins
Park
Doug Evans gave an overview of the construction playground plans for Oak Grove Baseball, C.J.
Hutchins, and Glade Crossing. Doug went on to explain that the proposed sidewalks plan is to use
surplus funds left over from construction of the playgrounds. The entire project will be phased in
depending on money available.
C. Main Street Days
Doug Evans passed around a sign-up sheet for slots during Main Street Days. Kelly explained
Recreation's roll in the games at Main Street Days, such as Grapevine Gallop, Disc Golf, etc.
REPORTS
A. Trail Projects - Doug explained the State Highway 26 progress report. The Lake Grapevine Trail
Project report was also given by Doug.
B. Pool/Trail Project - Doug reported that the School Board accepted the proposal from the City for
the 2.96 acres to build a South Grapevine swimming pool.
C. Casey's Clubhouse update - An auction was held on March 1 st and there will be another auction
on March 16th at Lincoln Vineyard Apartments, Southlake Rotary Gala on April 5th.
D. Community Activities Center - Kelly reported that CAC membership is currently at 7,082
individuals, 520 family memberships and 44 business owners. There is an average of 350 members
visiting per day. A total of 1,889 have gone through the fitness orientation.
Staff is looking at lowering the temperature settings in the gym and track area.
MISCELLANEOUS BOARD ITEMS
Roy inquired if there is an erosion ordinance at Horseshoe Trails Park. I kal-2446e_' � * o
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Mark Born suggested that bringing back the non-resident fee Aconsider:
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A motion was made by Mark Born and seconded by Linda Dobbs Willis to adjourn. The motion
passed unanimously and meeting adjourned at 8:33 p.m.
RECORDING SECRETARY - Joe Moore, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation
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V. NEW BUSINESS
A. Review initial concent of concession/restroom building for the
South Grapevine pool
Staff will present the initial concept plans prepared by Schrickel &
Rollins of the concession/restroom building to the Board.
B. Review and discuss elements of Main Street Days promotional
booth
The Board and staff will discuss what displays should go in the
booth as well as additional promotional material.