HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_PAREB_09.23.1993City OF GEORGETOWN
Parks & Recreation Board
Minutes
September 23, 1993
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ms. Debbie Fustin
Ms. Robin Hallett, Chair
Ms. Joyce Gadison
Mr. Harold McDonald
Mr. Roger Pena
Ms. Ronda Seagraves
Dr. Nick Sikes
Ms. Kathryn Stallard
Mr. Tom Swift
MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
OTHERS PRESENT:
D. Vargo
Bill Harris
Bill Pauley
Tom Turner
Verdell J. Turner
I. APPROVE MINUTES
Motion by Harold McDonald and seconded by Kathryn Stallard to approve minutes of
the meeting held on August 12, 1993 with corrections as noted. Motion carried by
unanimous vote.
H. INTRODUCTION OF NEW RECREATION SUPERINTENDENT
(MARY LEE PRIGGE).
Randy Morrow introduced the new Recreation Superintendent to the board. Mary Lee
worked during the summer with the Parks and Recreation Department as the Aquatics
Supervisor and performed an excellent job. Mary Lee is a graduate of Texas A &M
University with a degree in Parks and Recreation. Mary officially begins her new
position October 1 and is currently working in a part-time capacity. She is programming
classes beginning October 4th at the Youth Activity Center.
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III. CITIZENS WISHING TO ADDRESS BOARD.
None present for any issues other than item number 4 on the agenda.
IV. BILL HARRIS AND VERDELL TURNER TO ASK PARKS AND RECREATION
BOARD TO HELP WITH G.Y.R.A.
Verdell Turner addressed the board giving a history of G.Y.R.A. (Georgetown Youth
Recreation Association). The organization began in 1974 with the first programs
available in January 1976. Basketball and soccer are both offered to youth at this time.
It was emphasized that this program is a Saturday only non - competitive program.
Bill Harris addressed the board asking for recommendations to incorporate G.Y.R.A. into
a youth program that exists with the City. He asked that the program be developed into
a full 52 week program including 23 weeks of soccer and basketball. Mr. Harris also
addressed the assets of G.Y.R.A. including a building with equipment and a strong
volunteer group that would like to stay intact. He would also like to see the program
grow to include bowling, golf, tennis and boating.
Roger Pena addressed the board as the former president of G.Y.R.A. Mr. Pena
requested funding G.Y.R.A. with continued support from both G.Y.R.A.
Dale Vargo addressed the board stating the program was excellent but lacked financial
funding. He stated the volunteers wanted to spend their time with the children and not
fund raising to keep the program alive. The cost per child is $15 per season. This
covers trophies, scholarships and t- shirts.
Mr. Bill Pauley addressed the board explaining the targeted youth of low income families
that the program now provides a service. The program keeps youth focused on
sportsmanship, rules, and with the parental guidance of volunteers keeps these youth out
of trouble. Mr. Pauley would like to see this program expand to include federally funded
lunch program, and after school care.
Randy Morrow raised questions of continuing support of volunteers after the City takes
the program overs. He also brought up questions concerning G.Y.R.A.'s financial
status.
After questions and discussion from the board a move was made by Dr. Sikes for Randy
and Mary Lee to bring a report to the board next month regarding recommendations for
G.Y.R.A. The move was seconded by Harold McDonald and passed by unanimous vote.
V. DISCUSS RIVER CORRIDOR (TEVIE LINE) RANDY MORROW.
At the present the Parks Department is working on Joint Use Agreement with the
Highway Department and the Schools. The Archeological study is will be done first with
work on the Corridor beginning at Blue Hole. The work in this area should take 6 to
8 months and progress towards San Gabriel Park. The first phase of the Corridor is
scheduled for completion in March of 1994.
An application for the second grant can be file approximately halfway through the Phase
I project.
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VI. SUB- COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS (RIVER CORRIDOR) AND RECREATION
CENTER)
River Corridor - Kathryn Stallard, Chairperson, Joyce Gadison, Harold McDonald, Tom
Swift.
Recreation Center - Ronda Seagraves, Chairperson, Debbie Fustin, Roger Pena, and
Nick Sikes, Mary Lee Prigge (staff).
Robin Hallett and Randy Morrow will work with both committees.
Both committees schedules meetings and will report back to the board next meeting.
VA INFORMATION FROM BOARD MEMBERS
Tom Swift - Playscape is proceeding, with building to be the week of November 12,
1993.
Kathryn Stallard - Asked about keeping a close eye on the land opposite Blue Hole and
possibilities of acquiring it. She asked if there was any word on when, or if, a joint
meeting would be held with Council regarding Blue Hole.
Randy Morrow gave a brief overview of the projects currently going on.
1. The median in front of Hardy's is being landscaped
2. River Ridge II -III - We are trying to negotiate acquiring the 14 acres tying into
Lyndoch Park. Lot 29 is being sought for additional parking
River Bend Estates - The have elected to a $6,500 in fees rAther than donation
3. Y pay
of land.
4. Summer Camp - More children were in the camp this year and it ran smoother.
5. Aerobics - The board received a letter showing the expansion of aerobics into the
daytime.
6. Joint Meeting with Council - We will look into a definite time.
7. A special meeting will be scheduled with the City Attorney regarding open
meetings and open records.
VII ` ADJOURN
Motion to adjourn by Kathryn Stallard with a second by Harold McDonald. The motion
carried by unanimous vote.
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