09-06-2018 Parks & Rec Commission Minutes

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MINUTES PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 6, 2018 Manager stated staff would prepare an image of a new container to help visualize a completely new design. Abruzzese stated she would like to take time to envision a completely new container or look at several options of new containers, at a future meeting. Darling suggested a workshop with the Commission, City Council, and Canadian Days Committee take place. Chair Miller noted, he wanted to have a plan to begin executing by next year. Councilman Fischer suggested the Commission have a workshop to put together a few options or a recommendation to bring to the Council. He stated it would be better to have a second workshop and involve the Council at that point, once there is a consensus within the Commission. Chair Miller stated the Commission would hold a workshop at 5:30 at City Hall prior to the October meeting. The Community Services Manager reported Hunter Huot had finished the portable restroom enclosures at Spooner Park and Pioneer Park. He stated they look very nice and are great enhancements to the City’s parks. The Community Services Manager stated the total City cost of the project was $546.98 and the LCRA donated $700 for this project as well. The Commission thanked Hunter for his hard work on this project. The Community Services Manager reported staff has been reviewing the 2019 budget. He presented the prioritization list and asked the Commission to reevaluate it as needed for 2019. Horwath stated the Pioneer Park item should be increased, similar to the amount that will be budgeted for Spooner Park. Chair Miller noted the Commission hadn’t been able to discuss opportunities for that park yet. He noted the Commission had discussed a splash pad or special feature could be added to Pioneer Park. Chair Miller explained more discussion needed to occur about the Pioneer Park improvements. The Community Services Manager reported the new City Administrator, Chris Heineman would begin on September 10. The Community Services Manager reported the Fall Youth and Adult Activities were just starting. The Community Services Manager reported the exterior remodel of the Old Fire Hall had begun. The Community Services Manager reported the new scoreboard at Pioneer Park had been installed by Public Works staff which saved on cost. OTHER BUSINESS PORTABLE RESTROOM SCREENING: EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT 2019 BUDGET PLANNING