HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-08-06 Regular Meeting
Parks and Leisure Services Board
August 6, 2018
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Parks and Leisure Services Board was called to order at 6:58 p.m. on
Monday, August 6, 2018 in the Council Chambers of the Euless City Hall building by Chairman
Randy Jones. Other Board Members present: John Raab, Steve Doty, Jason Reyes, and Mohib
Nawab. Members absent: Roger Sickler.
Staff members present: Parks Manager Terry Boaz, Recreation Manager Frank Ocampo and
Administrative Secretary Jordan Peterson.
Visitors present: None.
INVOCATION
Mr. Jones gave the invocation.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chairman Jones asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes from the May 7,
2018 regular meeting. Mr. Reyes made the motion to approve the minutes as presented and was
seconded by Mr. Raab. The vote was unanimous.
I. Board Member Reports
a. Steve Doty—Midway & Blessing Branch: No items to report.
b. John Raab—JA Carr & Kiddy Carr: No items to report.
c. Roger Sickler- Reflection & VOBC: Porta Not present.
d. Jason Reyes—South Euless & Heritage: No items to report.
e. Mohib Nawab— Bob Eden &Trailwood: No items to report.
f. Randy Jones— Parks at Texas Star: No items to report.
g. Special Event Report:
June 1— Incognito Concert—Tx Star Golf Course
July 15—Movie in the Park—Cars 3
August 3— Eleven 100 Springs Concert—Tx Star Golf Course
Upcoming
September 7—Cut Throat Finches Concert—Tx Star Golf Course—7PM
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II. Volunteer of the Quarter
Chairman Jones announced that the volunteer of the quarter was Cub Scout Pack 387. This
pack has volunteered with the city for several years and for numerous events over those
years. Each time we reach out, they never hesitate to sign up and help out wherever they can.
This year they assisted in handing out free trees at our Arbor Daze event, which is always done
with such a positive and friendly demeanor. Due to their consistent dedication to the city of
Euless we are happy to award them volunteer of the quarter. They were not present for the
meeting, the plaque will be delivered to them.
III. Beautification Award
a. Chairman Jones announced the July 2018 Residential Yard of the Month winner is Mr. John
and Joyce Wallace at 1812 Kynette Drive. This yard offers many different species of plant material
such as Boxwoods, Turks Cap, Holly Bushes, Texas Sage and a large Tilapia tree to add shade to
the landscape. With the hot summer days, this lawn is always well maintained and trimmed. Mr.
and Mrs. Wallace will have their plaque delivered to them.
b. Chairman Jones announced the July 2018 Business/Civic/Governmental Beautification
award winner goes to Lazy Dog Restaurant at 2521 State Highway 121. Lazy Dog takes pride in
their landscape and it shows. The different species planted are Vitex, Knockout Roses, Burford
Holly, and Mexican Feather. There is assorted rocks to add variation throughout. Lazy Dog was not
able to attend the meeting, their plaque will be delivered to them.
C. Chairman Jones announced the August 2018 Residential Beautification award winner goes
to Duane and Yong Jahn at 100 Yellow Rose Trail. This landscape was created with the hot
summer temperatures in mind. The drought resistant plants that beautify this yard are Red
Yuccas, Knockout Roses, Juniper, Loropetalum and Moss Ross to name a few. The Jahn's were not
able to attend the meeting, their plaque will be delivered to them.
d. Chairman Jones announced the August 2018 Business/Civic/Governmental Beautification
award winner goes to Legacy Bank Texas at 3040 State Highway 121. This business maintains a
trash and weed free property. In addition, they have many different plant species to add color.
They include, Pitto Sporum, Giant Liriope, Burford Holly, and Knockout Roses. Legacy Bank was
not able to attend the meeting, their plaque will be delivered to them.
IV. Business of the Tree Board
Tree Board Chairman Jason Reyes reported the following for June:
a. Total man hours for June 1-30 = 582
• 321.00 Horticulture
• 189.00 Forestry
• 72.00 Greenhouse
• 0.00 Special Projects
• 0.00 Training
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r Trimmed trees behind resident's homes at golf course.
Trimmed trees around Bob Eden tennis courts.
Y Raised trees at Trailwood Park.
i- Raised trees on McCormick Median and Blessing Branch Park.
Worked with HEB Summer Youth Work Program at Pauline St. greenhouse.
Tree Board Chairman Jason Reyes reported the following for July:
a. Total man hours for July 1-31 = 818
• 293.00 Horticulture
• 256.00 Forestry
• 60.00 Greenhouse
• 129.00 Special Projects
• 24.00 Training
Trimmed trees behind resident's homes at golf course.
➢ Trimmed trees around Bob Eden tennis courts.
➢ Raised trees at Trailwood Park.
Y Raised trees on McCormick Median and Blessing Branch Park.
Worked with HEB Summer Youth Work Program at Pauline St. greenhouse.
V. Staff Report— Frank Ocampo
a. Summer camp overview. Enrollment total was 1,738 participants.
b. Aquatic Park attendance and revenue remain steady as compared to previous years.
c. Wilshire pool attendance and revenue has decreased since last year.
VI. Directors Report— Ray McDonald
a. Library temporary location landscape work done by Parks.
b. Wilshire pond algae treatment was successful.
c. Villages of Bear Creek bridge replacement.
d. John Douthit, Athletic Supervisor retired.
e. Overview of council budget work session and projects in PACS department approved.
VI1. Other New Business
No new business.
VIII. Input from City Council Members and Visitors
No input or comments.
ADJOURNMENT
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Chairman Jones gave the benediction. There being no further business to conduct, the meeting
was adjourned at 7:34 p.m.
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