HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-02-07 REGULAR MEETING
PARK AND LEISURE SERVICES BOARD
February 7, 1994
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Parks and Leisure Services Board was
called to order at 7:04 p.m. on Monday, February 7, 1994, in the
Council Chambers of the Euless Municipal building by Chairman
Leon Hogg. Other members present were Messrs. Eric Owens, Jerry
Robinson, Richard McNeese, Mrs. Lynne Moffatt, and Chuck Behrns
and Stacey Hollinger, alternates. Stephen O'Brien was absent.
Also present were Rick Herold-Community Services Director, Julia
Wakeley-Parks and Leisure Services Manager and Beverly Walter-
Recording Secretary.
VISITORS
Visitors included Edward Denari and Clyde Sebastian.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Jerry Robinson.
KNOW
Leon Hogg entertained a motion to approve the minutes of January
3, 1994 with the following corrections to the Call to Order:
1994 and Mrs. Lynne Moffatt.
AWARD PRESENTATION
There was no award presentation.
GUEST SPEAKERS
There was no guest speaker.
OLD BUSINESS
I.
BOARD MEMBER REPORTS
Chuck commented Blessing Branch was in good condition and that
Midway's paving has been completed. The slide was discussed.
Eric was unable to view Wilshire and West Park, but Rick said the
trees were trimmed and the parks were useable.
Jerry saw no problems at Oakwood Terrace and the fence at Carr
has been completed.
McCormick and Villages of Bear Creek looked perfect, Lynne
commented.
Richard, Special Events, spoke on Channel 8 Family Night and the
two Town Meetings. The turn out for the S. Euless meeting was
well represented.
Leon informed Stacey he will be given parks soon.
NEW BUSINESS
PARKS REPORT
Rick began with an update on Jerry Crane.
Next, top soil for Bob Eden, West Park and Midway ballfields was
discussed.
ALLWAYS grant was commented upon. The Texas Forest Service Grant
enables an arborist to come on board, and we are seeking
applicants.
The Arbor Daze sponsorships for $250 are doing well , and Rick
said we had interest from TCI cable and two Ford dealerships.
Leon suggested each board member try to get a sponsor.
Notation was made of the State Arbor Day Reception on April 22nd
in Building A at 10:00 a.m. prior to the State Celebration.
An enjoyable commentation followed on the new baseball field in
Arlington with fantastic youth group facilities and a learning
center for children.
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LEISURE SERVICES REPORT
Julia also commented on the excellent turn out on the Channel 8
meetings and success with sponsors.
She informed the board that the Midway racquetball floor will be
redone.
The Music Shop went well with Allen Damron in January and
"overflowed" with the Austin Loung Lizards performance this
month.
The seniors attended the Stock Show recently, and the Euless
Youth Advisory Council had a Super Bowl party. The youth want to
do an Olympics for the Junior Highs.
Starlight Theatre will be doing "Godspell" March 18-20th and 25-
27th with a preview at the Appreciation Celebration on February
18th.
III.
BUSINESS OF THE TREE BOARD
Richard acknowledged Euless received, for the 8th year, Tree City
USA designation. We also are reaching our goal to be
recertified.
At Arbor Daze, saplings will be distributed at the same location.
The next work session was set for Thursday, February 17th at 7:00
p.m. at the Midway Recreation Center.
IV.
INPUT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
No council members were present.
V.
INPUT FROM VISITORS
Edward Denari spoke, as a citizen and Euless Economic Development
Corporation member, on how important the city's work is to help
build character and provide opportunities for youth and adults.
Clyde Sebastain commented on the need for lighted practice areas
for soccer participants which will be discussed at the work
session.
ADJOURNMENT
Leon Hogg gave the closing prayer.
There being no further business to conduct, the meeting adjourned
at 8:18p.m.� Chairman
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