HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_PAREB_06.10.2021Minutes of the Meeting of the
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
City of Georgetown, Texas
June 10, 2021
Regular Session
(This Regular Session may, at any time, be recessed to convene an Executive Session for any
purpose authorized by the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.)
A Call to Order - Katherine Kainer, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Chair
Katherine Kainer called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
B Roll Call - Katherine Kainer, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Chair
Boardmembers present: Katherine Kainer, Jolene Melancon, Peter Bahrs, Lindsay Cooper,
Chad Holz, Brazos Fielder
Boardmembers absent: Jack Flatau
Staff present: Kimberly Garrett, Eric Nuner, Sharie Palmer, Jill Kellum
C Parks and Recreation staff member introduction and presentation - Kimberly Garrett,
Parks and Recreation Director
Kimberly Garret introduced Sharie Palmer, Recreation Specialist. Sharie Palmer gave
information about her job assignments with the City of Georgetown and explained her Certified
Parks and Recreation Professional certification. She stated she has a good workplace culture
and enjoys everyone she works with. Peter Bahrs stated they do a great job at the front desk at
the Recreation Center.
D Update from the Friends of Georgetown Parks and Recreation - Peter Bahrs, Parks and
Recreation Advisory Boardmember Liaison
Peter Bahrs stated the Friends group did meet and for the Georgetown Swims program they are
looking for staffing at the pools. Kimberly Garrett stated their main objective is to give free
swim lessons. She stated we are low staffed and that makes it difficult to host those classes.
They use volunteers to manage the kids that come. Peter Bahrs stated there were 3
assistanceships given for memberships to the recreation center. Kimberly Garrett stated they
provide scholarships for different programs and the Friends of Georgetown Parks and
Recreation does require a small payment from the people. It helps with accountability and
them utilizing the services. Peter Bahrs stated that Kimberly Garrett gave an update on the city
and there was also a discussion on the Family Costume Ball, which is scheduled October 30,
2021, 7 p.m. — 9 p.m. at the Community Center. This is a fundraiser for the organization.
E Capital Project Updates - Eric Nuner, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation
Eric Nuner stated the ADA trail reconstruction passed with council on the 81h. Construction will
start in July, and it will be intermittent and may have intermittent closures. Chad Holz asked
about the construction under IH35 and the trail rerouting and when that will be complete. Eric
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Nuner stated staff has not had a meeting with TXDOT recently and that needs to be scheduled.
On Heritage Gardens the site plan is being reviewed by the planning department. Staff has
received the survey results for University Park and a meeting will be scheduled with the
citizens to review the results. The Park ADA Modifications have been delayed because of rain.
Lindsay Cooper asked what the modifications were, and Eric Nuner reviewed those. There is
no change on the Wolf Crossing Trail and Brazos Fielder asked when the Wolf Crossing project
would start. Eric Nuner stated the construction documents are in the permitting process and
the permits have gone to TCEQ. It would go to bid in the Fall and construction would start in
January and possibly will be open summer 2022. Peter Bahrs asked if there were 2 access points
and Eric Nuner showed on the map the connections. There is a park just to the east of Goodwill
and the connection will be made there.
F Director Report - Kimberly Garrett, Parks and Recreation Director
Kimberly Garrett stated there is one correction on the report. She stated they were in council on
April 81" and not March 111". She stated in the CIP presentation, that City Council suggested
moving up the southeast park to next year to secure land. She briefly talked about the Trail
Foundation and developing some mountain bike trails. On the masterplan, she thanked
everyone for participating in May. Kimberly Garrett said the consultant is very pleased with
the amount of participation so far. Jolene Melancon asked if once everything is in if there will
be a broader range of items, other than pickle ball. Kimberly Garrett stated the consultants are
used to that. She stated the survey is ready and they are sending out 4000 surveys. Kimberly
Garrett stated there are a lot more items on the survey and pickleball is a trend in the industry
right now. There will be a findings meeting the end of August. Kimberly Garrett stated
summer programming has kicked off. The splash pool is opened as well as programs and
camps. Jolene Melancon asked about mountain biking at Garey Park. Kimberly Garrett
explained that in the Garey Park masterplan it is specific to horse trails and not to have
mountain bikes. Kimberly Garrett stated she has discussed this with Greenplay on the
masterplan, and they are exploring possibilities. Brazos Fielder gave additional information
about the Trail Foundation and collaboration with other entities in Georgetown. Peter Bahrs
asked if the horses that come to Garey Park are tracked. Eric Nuner stated they are, and the
numbers are growing since the agility equipment has been added. He stated they are seeing a
lot of new users.
Legislative Regular Agenda
G Consideration and possible action to recommend approval of a five (5) year extension
with PerfectMind, Inc. for parks and recreation management software in an amount not to
exceed $184,185. - Eric Nuner, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director
Eric Nuner stated we have had PerfectMind for 5 years and it is time to renew, and we have a
price for the next 5 years. We also have the opportunity to extend another 2 years.
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Motion made by Lindsay Cooper second by Chad Holz to recommend approval of a five (5)
year extension with PerfectMind, Inc. for parks and recreation management software in an
amount not to exceed $184,185. Approved: 6-0-1
H Consideration and possible action to approve minutes from the May 13, 2021 meeting
- Jill Kellum, Administrative Supervisor
Correct the minutes that show Chad Holz was present; he arrived a few minutes late to the
meeting.
Motion made by Chad Holz, second by Lindsay Cooper to approve minutes from the May 13,
2021 meeting. Approved: 6-0-1
Adjournment
Adjourn - Katherine Kainer, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Chair
Motion made by Katherine Kainer, second by Brazos Fielder to adjourn the June 10, 2021
meeting. Approved: 6-0-1
Meeting adjourned at 7:21 pm.
Katherine Kainer, Board Chair
Lindsay oper, Secretary
1 Kellum, Board Liaison
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