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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974-01-21 Regular Meeting Park and Recreation Board January 21 , 1974 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Park and Recreation Board was called to order at 8:06 P. M. in the Conference Room of the Euless City Hall by Chairman Charles Hunt. Members present were Messrs. Harold Copher, Jay Theder and Robert Cowan; Mesdms. Jolly Rawlings and Carolyn Griffin. (Mr. Jack Stoltze arrived at 8: 25 P. M. ) Also present were Park and Recreation Director Frank Lindsey, and Recording Secretary Brenda Copher. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Chairman Charles Hunt. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting dated December 18, 1973 were approved as written. VISITORS Mr. Steve Overton was a visitor at the meeting. PARK AND RECREATION DIRECTORS REPORT Mr. Lindsey stated that the basket- ball tournament was successful . He passed around pictures of these games. He stated that the turn out was good and that the playoff was held Sunday, January 20, 1974 at the Community Building. He stated that the Oakwood Terrace equipment is all in except two see saws. Mr. Lindsey stated that the Christian Church on North Main was still interested in trying to negotiate something with the City. The Board discussed the need to have a contract with the Church for usage before anything final is done. Mr. Hunt requested Mr. Lindsey' s opinion on this matter. Mr. Lindsey stated that, in his opinion, the Board should not go completely through with this at this time; they should just draw up a contract. (Page Two, Regular Meeting Park and Recreation Board, January 21 , 1974) Mr. Theder suggested the Board wait on this matter until Mr. Lindsey can arrange an agreement with the Church. Mr. Hunt stated that the Board requests Mr. Lindsey talk to the Attorney about this matter and report his findings to them. Mr. Lindsey stated that the first soccer meeting was held and the season will begin about the first of March. Mr. Lindsey stated that the Annex is fully scheduled; that some classes were having to be moved back to the Community Building and vice versa. Mrs. Griffin inquired about the sewing classes. Mr. Lindsey explained this program to Mrs. Griffin. Mr. Lindsey passed out the Park and Recreation Department Schedule of Activities for Winter 1974. The Board discussed the various programs on this schedule. Mr. Lindsey stated that the Little Dribblers requested the City of Euless to sponsor them at the facilities at the Euless Junior High gym. He further explained that the cities of Hurst and Bedford were requested to sponsor the Little Dribblers at a gym in their cities. The Board discussed the possibilities of this project. Mr. Copher moved that the City of Euless sponsor the Little Dribblers at the gym at Euless Junior High only with the stipulation that Hurst and Bedford participate in a likewise manner. Mr. Theder seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Copher, Theder, Hunt; Mesdms. Griffin and Rawlings Nays: None Chairman Hunt declared the motion carried. Mr. Lindsey stated that a defensive driving class is meeting in the Community Building on Saturdays. He stated that the City purchased a new shredder. Mr. Lindsey reported on Chester Morris' condition. (Page Three, Regular Meeting Park and Recreation Meeting, January 21 , 1974) Mr. Copher stated that the Board should be thinking about a new location for an Annex. He stated that some- time in the future the Annex would be torn down so that the Police Station could relocate. RECOGNITIONS Mr. Hunt recognized Mr. Robert Cowan. Mr. Cowan explained to the Board his position with the Council of Social Concerns. He stated that if anyone knew of any kind of social concern in the City of Euless to please let him or one of the other members of the Council of Social Concerns know. He stated that their help would be appreciated. Mr. Hunt recognized Mr. Steve Overton, a visitor at the meeting. Mr. Overton stated that he is a real estate broker and his duties included sitting in on meetings of the cities and just mostly trying to help each one in any way he could. III . PARK MASTER PLAN Mr. Theder passed out Park Master Plans and maps to the members of the Board. He explained the material to them and stated that this material would be presented at the City Council meeting Tuesday evening, January 22, 1974. The Board discussed all phases and points of this material . The planned park sites included: 1 . South Euless 2. Wilshire 3. Industrial Park West 4. Simmons Drive 5. Oakwood Terrace Park 6. Midtown Park 7. East Side Park 8. East Ash Lane Park 9. Harwood Park 10. Northwest Park 11 . Section 39 12. Section 40 13. Section 42 14. Little Bear Creek East & West IV. LAKEWOOD PLAYGROUND Mr. Lindsey stated that the land is (Page Four, Regular Meeting Park and Recreation Board, January 21 , 1974) in good condition and is ready for playground equipment. The Board discussed the project at Lakewood. Mr. Theder made the motion to have Mr. Lindsey draw up specifications as he did with Oakwood Terrace and take them to the Council for their approval to go for bids for lease purchase if possible. Mr. Hunt seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Theder, Hunt, and Copher; Mesdms. Griffin and Rawlings Nays: None Chairman Hunt declared the motion carried. V. SOUTH EULESS PARK ROAD Mr. Hunt inquired the status of this project from Mr. Lindsey. Mr. Lindsey stated that he met with Mr. Mulkey and Mr. Shultz about ten to fourteen days ago and the school is willing to finish this street on the north end with one exception - will not install a fence. Mr. Lindsey stated that they want to get this in writing so they will wait until the next meeting of the School Board and will make copies available at that time. The Board discussed the relocation of equipment of the park and trees at this park. They also discussed the curb and gutter situation with the School Board. VI . PUBLIC MEETING LAW FOR CITY GOVERNMENTS The Board discussed this new law and how it affects them. VII . WILSHIRE PARKING PROGRESS Mr. Lindsey stated that the fence is up; the asphalt is in; the stumps are out; and when the ground is dried out, the irrigation will be finished. (Page Five, Regular Meeting Park and Recreation Board, January 21 , 1974) VIII . WEST PARK Mr. Lindsey stated that work will begin on the 15th of February. The Board discussed this park. Mrs. Griffin inquired why the price of this project was so much more than what Mr. Monroe stated it would be. Discussion followed on the price of this project. Mr. Theder requested Mr. Lindsey ask the City Manager for an explanation of the price change in this project. He stated that the Board would like to know why the price was so much more than was approved by the Park and Recreation Board and the City Council . He requested that Mr. Lindsey report his findings to the Park Board. IX. BUDGET SCHEDULE Mr. Lindsey stated that the first staff meeting has been held. He stated that it was held January 2, 1974. He stated that the meeting schedule is as follows: January 2, 1974 - Staff Feburary 11 , 1974 - Staff March 18, 1974 - Board March 19, 1974 - Staff May 20, 1974 - Board Mrs. Griffin left at this time. (11 : 15 P. M. ) The Board discussed this item. Mr. Lindsey left at this time. (11 :25 P. M. ) X. PARK LAND DEDICATION Mr. Theder reported on the Sub-Committee meeting and stated that they are ready to present the plans to the Planning and Zoning Commission. He stated that there will be a meeting February 12, 1974 with the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Council . Mr. Theder passed out a copy of the proposed ordinance amending Ordinance No. 147. He explained the proposed ordinance to be presented. (Page Six, Regular Meeting Park and Recreation Board, January 21 , 1974) The Board discussed this proposed ordinance. Mr. Hunt stated that as far as the Park and Recreation Board is concerned, they agree with the Ordinance to be presented. XI . ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 12:00 P. M. APPROVER : II92 JII14 Chairman