HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-02-18 Regular Meeting
Park and Recreation Board
February 18, 1975
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Park
and Recreation Board was called to order at 8:00 P.M. in the
Conference room of the Euless City Hall by Chairman Charles Hunt.
Members present were Mrs. Carolyn Griffin, Messrs. Jay Theder and
Harold Copher. (Absent were Mr. David Williams and Mrs. Jolly
Rawlings).
Also present were Park and Rec-
reation Director Prank Lindsey and recording secretary Denise
Holden.
VISITORS
Mr. Dewayne Cox arrived at '$:15
and left at 8:30.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by
Mrs. Carolyn Griffin.
APPROVAL OP MINUTES
The minutes of the regular meeting
dated January 20, 1975, were approved as written.
I.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
*See attached copy
Mr. Theder stated he had received
a call from the President of the Euless soccer association compli-
menting the Parks and Recreation Department for their cooperation
in accommodating them with badly needed practice fields. In their
conversation, Mr. Cushing also expressed his feelings that the
Park Board look into acquiring additional park land.
Mr. Theder asked that the acquisi-
tion of additional park land be an item on the next agenda.
Mr. Copher related to the Board
about a discussion of the Council regarding a joint program between
churches and the City for parks. He stated a proposal came up
suggesting an agreement with Euless churches to utilize some of
their land areas as City parks. This possible agreement would be
(Page Two, Regular Meeting, Park and Recreation Board, Feb. 18, 1975)
similar to the existing agreement with the Euless schools concern-
ing school property. He also stated that the Council is expected
to contact the Euless Ministerial Alliance about such an agree-
ment.
The Park Board was in agreement
that the churches and City working together on joint usage of
property, should be pursued. They also recognized that such
joint cooperation would have to be limited, basically, to play-
ground equipment and ballfields because of unforeseeable ex-
pansion needs by Churches involved.
II.
WEST EULESS LIGHTS
Mr. Lindsey stated that the bids
would be open for the lighting of two West Park ballfields on
March 3, at 10:00 a.m.
Mr. Hunt asked what the status was
on the acceptance of the West Euless Park complex where usage
could begin.
Mr. Lindsey stated that he had
conferred with Mr. Sustaire and had been advised that he thought
that this delay had far exceeded any reasonable time and he was
going to do every-thing he could to bring it to a conclusion
where we would have the use of the facility soon.
Mr. Copher stated that the County
was now working on Glade road and asphalting at West Euless and
Simmons could be expected in the near future.
Mr. Theder inquired about the
status of the installation of guard lights.
Mr. Lindsey stated he, Mr. McAdoo,
and Mr. Sustaire had surveyed the premises and it was agreed that
four guard lights were needed. He also stated he would consult -
with Mr. Sustaire about pursuing this project immediately.
Mr. Hunt asked why the light-
cable was rolled up on one of the poles.
Mr. Lindsey stated he was working
with Mr. Charles Page to have the line put underground that would
lead to our irrigation system. He stated that Mr. Sustaire had
objected to erecting a pole next to the gear box for fear it would
give a bad appearance to the premises.
(Pag-a Three, Regular Meeting, Park & Recreation Board, Feb. 18, 1975)
III.
FILTER SYSTEM
Mr. Lindsey stated that the bids
for the filter system for Midway pool will be open February 24,
10:00 a.m.
IV.
RIFLE RANGE
Mr. Lindsey stated that Mr.
Sustaire was in the process of contacting surrounding land _
holders to be sure the City had access before pursuing the rifle
range further.
V.
SOUTH EULESS BRIDGE
Mr. Lindsey stated that the
South Euless bridge is near completion.
The Board voiced their opinion
of wanting the bridge painted red and some kind of re-dedication
ceremony scheduled with Mr. Hunt securing a speaker.
Mr. Copher stated that open
house plans would be delayed slightly, but Mr. Sustaire would
be informing department heads of a finalized date in the near
future.
VI.
ATHLETIC POLICY MANUAL
Mr. Hunt made the motion that
the Park Board accept these guidelines for use of athletic
facilities as presented.
Mrs. Griffin seconded the motion.
and the vote is as follows:
Ayes : Messrs. Charles Hunt, Jay Theder, and Harold Copher
and Mrs. Griffin.
Nays : None
Chairman Hunt declared the
motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
APPROVAL:
Chairman