01-18-95 v RECREATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD
Minutes of Meeting of January 18, 1995
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Cindy Corey at
7:35 PM in the Community Center meeting room. Present were:
Cindy Corey, Chairman Edward Waters
Patricia Goelz Jane Tanner
Barbara Hopson
Guests: Mayor Lyman Fletcher, Commissioners Dezrnond Waters
and Bob Weiss, Steve Benjamin, Woody Richardson,
Patricia Bell, and Patrina Caldwell
Staff: Diane St. Laurent, Administrative Assistant
The minutes of the last meeting were reviewed and a motion
made by Patricia Goelz to approve them, as written. Barbara
Hopson seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Cindy advised that the meeting was to be conducted in an or-
derly manner and in compliance with Robert' s Rules of Order.
She also announced that the new Recreation Director, Tirnrny
Johnson, had been hired by the City and will be attending the
next Board meeting.
A meeting was recently held with Don Ford, George Worley and
Kim Leinbach or, the subject of the Donner Community Center
building. Recommendations were made for some changes and
Michael Dunlap will be meeting with the Board again regarding
these changes, prior to presenting them to the Commission.
The park study charette is scheduled for February 4. A list
of those people to be invited was distributed. Cindy brought
up that she had spoken with Chris Flagg with Genesis company.
The business has experience with shoreline and parks work.
Chris would like to meet with the Board and introduce his
company. Also, Cindy mentioned Ice-T funds as a source of
funding for projects.
Jane Tanner reported on the results of the park tour of Janu-
ary 14, and distributed a written report she had prepared
(copy attached) . Participating on the tour were 3 Board
members, Commissioner Weiss and city employee Allen Sowder.
AB Little League representative Steve Benjamin reported that
approximately $2, 000. 00 had been spent for repairs and fenc-
ing at Russell Park. It was mentioned that transients were
staying in the dug outs. This is to be directed to the City
Manager for action.
It was suggested that a priority list of areas needing atten-
tion should be made. Barbara Hopson recommended that an item
or two should be chosen at the next meeting so that work, as
necessary, could begin on that specific item. The priority
items could then be referred, in writing, to city staff.
Guest Patrina Caldwell inquired about future plans for Jordan
Park. She was advised that attention needed to be given that
park and several suggestions were made for improvements.
Barbara Hopson asked if the parks budget allocated any funds
for beautification efforts. Cindy will check with the City
Manager and advise. Barbara also suggested speaking with the
Beautification Committee at their next meeting on this topic.
It was announced that the composting class will be held on
Saturday, January 28, at the Community Center conducted by
Allison Johnson. Residents are to be invited and Cindy will
check with the City Manager to see if a sign can be placed
in front of the Public Safety building promoting the event.
A short video, "Community Built Learning Structures", was
watched and ideas suggested by the video were discussed, in-
cluding use of volunteer community labor.
It was reported that the bids for the Russell Park concession
stand were too high and that Jim Jarboe has been directed to
modify the specifications to lower cost. Mayor Fletcher re-
commended that representatives from the AB Athletic Associa-
tion attend staff meetings on the building construction.
Cindy met with architect Michael Dunlap to discuss plans for
modification of the Community Center to maximize usage of the
building. She passed around a proposal of changes with areas
for office space, community recreation, addition of TV, etc.
Barbara Hopson moved to ascertain the cost or funding source
for the proposal and pursue the idea and present the plan to
the Commission. Patricia Goelz seconded; the motion passed.
Further discussion took place on the proposed T-ball field
proposal for the ABAA. Mr. Richardson and Mr. Benjamin gave
information on the possible placement of the field in the
park and its approximate cost of $3, 000. Patricia Goelz moved
to defer a decision on the T-ball field until after February
4, the date of the charette. Barbara Hopson seconded and the
motion passed.
The Mayor presented information on Dutton Island and possible
uses of that property if it were under the ownership of our
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City. He concluded that it would be a major effort but could
be accomplished, or "do-able".
Under new business, Commissioner Weiss reported that he had
visited Austin, Texas and noted that a park there had rub-
ber rock on the playground used as a safety feature under
swings, etc. Cost is between $8. 50 - $15. 00 per sq. foot.
He also reported oil a park there with an area where dogs are
allowed to be off their leash, under owner' s supervision, to
play/excercise. The area is fenced so as to be noticeable to
others. The Board members were asked for their comments arid/
or concerns for such a proposed area in our City. Johansen
Park was suggested as a possible location. Following dis-
cussion, Barbara Hopson moved to endorse the concept of dogs
in the park in Atlantic Beach ; Jane Tanner seconded and the
motion carried unanimously.
By-laws for the Board were discussed and a draft copy pre-
pared. Patricia Goelz made a motion to accept the by-laws.
Barbara Hopson seconded and the motion passed.
It was announced that Beth Robertson had resigned from the
Board due to other demands on her time and scheduling con-
flicts. Some discussion, followed as to names of citizens who
might be recommended to fill the Board vacancy. Patricia
Goelz moved to recommend Pat Bell to fill the Board seat.
Jane Tanner seconded and the motion passed.
Patricia Goelz advised that Commissioner Rosenbloom had asked
her to coordinate the proposed carnpout in Russell Park. It
was expressed that this should be handled by City staff. A
motion was made by Jane Tanner to recommend that plans for
the second annual campout be continued under the auspices of
the Parks & Recreation Department. Barbara Hopson seconded
and the motion carried.
There was no further business before the Board and the meet-
ing adjourned at 10:45 PM.
Re pectfully submitted,
Ah-
Carl Walker
Staff Coordinator
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