HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_PAREB_07.24.1997CITY OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
July 24, 1997
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Mr. Tom Swift, Chair
Ms. Sarah Ruth, Vice Chair
Ms. Ronda Seagraves
Mr. Ben White
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Ms. Joan Sukup
Ms. Joyce Gadison
Ms. Debbie McGarry
Mr. Wesley Kidd
OTHERS PRESENT:
Randy Morrow, Director of Parks & Recreation
Kimberly Garrett, Administrative Assistant
There was not a quorum present. The following discussion took place on the listed agenda items.
I. APPROVE MINUTES FROM June 12,1997
No action taken, quorum not present.
II. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
None
III. REVIEW OF CONCEPT PLAN OF WHITE ROCK ESTATES
There was some discussion on the location and size of the subdivision. It is out Highway 29
and there is plans for 158 units. Tom would like to see the board recommend to council that
land be donated for a pocket park. If land is not available, money would be acceptable.
IV. UPDATE ON SAN GABRIEL HEIGHTS ISSUE
The last offer made for the land on Inwood was $185,000. The owner turned down the offer
and wanted $215,000. Tom suggested looking at the land on San Gabriel Overlook and
talking to council.
V. UPDATE ON NAMING OF THE RECREATION CENTER AND THE HIKEBIKE
TRAIL
Randy met with Joyce and Joni to discuss information on naming the facilities. Randy is
working on getting information on Mike McMaster. Possibly go to council on August 26,
1997, with a recommendation.
VI. UPDATE ON TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE GRANT
The grant is due on July 31, 1997. The grant includes a softball field, a hike /bike trail, a
ropes course, a climbing wall, sand volleyball courts, picnic shelters and other amenities.
The project goes from the existing athletic complex along the North San Gabriel River to the
Rivery area.
VII. INFORMATION FROM BOARD MEMBERS AND DIRECTOR
Ben White commented on the 4th of July celebration in the park and the fireworks. He said
it turned out well.
Sarah Ruth attended a recent school board meeting where the topic of an indoor pool was
discussed. Possibly do a joint venture and make it a community effort. This issue has come
about because Southwestern may be starting their own swim team. This would mean that
the High School would not have a place to practice and they are looking for other options for
their swim team. The school is looking at setting up a meeting with Randy to discuss
options. Tom suggested having someone from the original pool committee sit in on the
meeting.
Tom Swift commented that the tables in Blue Hole Park look good and Randy said the trees
would be replaced when it gets cooler. Pickett Trail is becoming overgrown and needs to
be cleared out because it is hard to walk through. Signs need to be put up in Blue Hole about
the litter in the park.
Randy Morrow said that the Library is now under Parks and Recreation. Railings have been
put up at the small bridge on the trail. Sergeant Maxey's people have been clearing the
nursery land along the river and it looks real good. Vandals keep breaking the light under
Austin Avenue bridge, we have to get a sturdier cage.
VIII. ADJOURN
No formal meeting, no quorum.