HomeMy WebLinkAboutParks And Recreation Board - Minutes - 10/30/1996PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD
Minutes of
Regular Meeting --October 30,1996
Fort Collins Senior Center
5:00 p.m.
Council Liaison: Bob McCluskey,
Jr.
President: Diane Thies
Call Meeting to Order:
Staff Liaison: Jackie Rael
Phone: 495-7359 (work) 225-6236 (home)
The regular meeting was called to order at 5:10 p.m. by President Diane Thies. Board Member
Mary Ness called to say he would not be able to attend tonight's meeting.
Agenda Review:
No Changes to the printed agenda.
Approval of Minutes:
The minutes of the regular meeting of September 25, 1996 were unanimously (5-0) approved on a
motion by Del Price, seconded by Roger Tarim.
Citizen Participation: No citizen participation.
Board Members Sylvia Cranmer and Rebecca Chavez joined the Board meeting at this time.
Poudre River Project
Mike Powers spoke as a member of a team that has been working on designing the plan for the river
corridor as part of City Plan. He referred to maps that outline the river and plan. Del Price asked if
this plan is within the Urban Growth Area? Mike replied that parts of it isn't. Jessica asked about the
section of the river at Lemay and Riverside where Craig Foreman and the Board discussed a need for
a trailhead. Craig Foreman replied that staff is working with a consultant at this time and looking at
parking at the site of the proposed Walmart Plaza. Plans will be brought to the Board when available.
This review of the river project was for information and discussion only. Staff will return with this
corridor plan and other City Plan information as this project develops.
Poudre River Gravel Implementation Study
Craig Foreman spoke about the memo in the Board packets. He explained that the City is
establishing a focus group that will represent a large diverse interest from community members. He
explained that the City and the area gravel mining companies have made a commitment to integrate
the mining along the Poudre River with the entire river vision and to help create that vision. This
cooperative effort will set a precedent for working cooperatively and pro -actively with the gravel
mining industry. Craig asked if there are any Board members who would be willing to serve on this
focus group? Del Price called Craig previous to tonight's meeting stating that he would be interested
in serving on this focus group. Lance Freeman said that he would be Del's alternate. The Board
unanimously agreed to have Del Price serve as the Parks and Recreation Board's representative to
this group.
Capital Improvement Program
Marty Heffernan distributed to the Board a copy of the City Manager's prioritization of the Capital
Improvement Program. The Board's top five projects: Street beautification, Park Improvements,
Regional Trails, Fossil Creek Community Park, and Hickory Park were on the list. The City
Manager added the School District Cooperation.
Last night the Council had a special study session to prioritize projects. Their list included
everything on this list plus the Northside Aztlan Community Center and EPIC enhancements. They
will request a survey to test the community and also discussed another 1/4 cent sales tax. In the next
step, Council will finalize their list and there will be more public outreach. Marty will keep the
Board posted. Rebecca asked if the School District can't match the $1,000,000 funding, what will
happen with the projects? Marty said that School District and City staff will discuss what their
funding sources will be and get back to Council with a decision.
1997 Work Plan and Meeting Schedule
Jackie Rael presented the Board with a draft copy of their 1997 work plan and meeting schedule.
Diane Thies added: Horticulture Center Update, ADA Accessibility Update, Recreation Fees and
Charges earlier than September, along with Discounts for Seniors. The Board also asked for more
lead time on projects that are being brought to the Board for their review, realizing that this is not
always possible. With the added changes, the Board, on a motion by Marilyn Barnes, seconded by
Rebecca Chavez, unanimously (8-0) voted to approve the 1997 work plan and meeting schedule with
the additions as presented by staff.
Parks and Recreation Board Minutes
October 30, 1996
Page 3
Discounts for Senior Citizens
The Board reviewed a letter from Jean Helburg, Recreation Manager, regarding the issue of
discounts for senior citizens. In Jean's memo, she said the Senior Advisory Board reviewed
discounts for seniors at their October meeting. She is requesting a joint meeting with represents of
the Parks and Recreation Board and the Senior Advisory Board to discuss Senior Fees. Marilyn
Barnes, Lance Freeman, and Diane Thies volunteered to represent the Parks and Recreation Board on
this issue. Rebecca Chavez will attend meetings that Marilyn will not be able to attend. Jackie Rael
will arrange with staff for meeting times and location and advise those involved.
November/December Meeting
The next meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board will be Wednesday, December 4, at the
Recreation Office on 214 South Howes, at 6:30 p.m.
Other Business
Sylvia Cramner announced that tonight is her last Board meeting as she is resigning. She explained
that she is now a full-time employee with the City of Fort Collins, and it is in violation of the City
Code for a City employee to serve on a City Board.
Adjournment
On a motion by Marilyn Barnes, seconded by Jessica MacMillan, the Board unanimously voted to
adjourn at 6:25 p.m.
Meeting Attendance
Board Members
Diane Thies
Marilyn Barnes
Rebecca Chavez
Sylvia Cramner
Lance Freeman
Jessica MacMillan
Del Price
Roger Tarum
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Rael, Administrative Aide II
Staff
Mike Powers
Marty Heffernan
Craig Foreman
Randy Balok
Rich Wollam
Jackie Rael