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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971-08-16 Regular Meeting Parks and Recreation Committee August 16, 1971 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Committee was called to order at 8:20 P. M . in the Conference Room of Euless City Hall with Chairman Charles Hunt presiding. Other members present are as follows: Messrs . Jay Theder, Cullen McNair and Ivan Gregory, and Mrs . Carolyn Griffin. Also present were Councilman Frank Douglass , Mr . David Mayes , Consulting Engineer with Knowlton-Ratliff-English- Collins , and Recording Secretary Della Houy. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the Park and Recreation Committee meetings dated June 21 , 1971 and July 19, 1971 , were approved as written. 1 . LETTER FROM MR. HENRY G. RICHARDSON Chairman Hunt read a letter from Mr. Henry G. Richardson declining the City's offer to purchase a portion of the Richardson tract in west Euless . 11 . WEST EULESS NEIGHBORHOOD POOL Chairman Hunt introduced Mr. David Mayes , Consulting Engineer with Knowlton-Ratliff-English-Collins. Mr. Mayes presented a plat of the proposed West Euless Neighborhood Swimming Pool . Mr. Mayes stated that the location of the pool was selected for the drainage of the pool and location of the sewer line. Mr. Mayes further stated that the pool will be located on the highest point of the land, leaving the open area for the development of base- ball fields . In reply to a question Mr. Mayes stated there is approximately twenty (20) acres of land in the park. A discussion followed on the availability of water and sewer lines. Mr. Mayes informed the Committee he had presented the plat and land issue map to the North Central Texas Council of Governments for Federal Assistance, and the City should receive word from Austin by the end of September . (Page Two, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Parks and Recreation Committee, August 16, 1971 ) In reply to a question from Councilman Douglass, Mr. Mayes stated the pool complex covers approximately four (4) acres. A discussion followed on the plans for the bathhouse and Mr. Mayes showed plans his firm had drawn on the type of construction for the bathhouse. In reply to a question from Mr. Hunt, Mr. Mayes stated the completion date listed in the specification is May 15, 1972. III . BRIDGE FOR SOUTH EULESS PARK Chairman Hunt stated that Mr. Mike Monroe, Consulting Engineer for Knowlton-Ratliff-English-Collins, had been working on an idea to take the bridge that is located across Little Bear Creek on North Main Street and have it erected across the creek in South Euless Park so the citizens can utilize the one (1 ) acre of park land on the other side of the creek. Mr. Hunt informed the Committee that this is a historic bridge, that at one time it crossed the Trinity River and is approximately one hundred (100) years old and would be an asset to the City of Euless. A discussion followed on the best way to move the bridge and the cost of moving the bridge. Replying to an inquiry from Councilman Douglass, Mr. Mayes stated that the Committee should contact the County in an effort to enlist their assistance in moving the bridge to the new location. Mrs. Griffin inquired who would be liable if someone is hurt while climbing on the bridge. Mr. Mayes stated the City is not liable for any injuries received while playing on City property. Mr. Hunt stated there is plenty of time before the bridge will have to be moved, but they should not wait until the last minute. (Mr. Mayes left the meeting at this time.) (Page Three , Minutes of Regular Meeting, Parks and Recreation Committee , August 16, 1971) IV . "GOALS FOR EULESS" REPORT Mr. Hunt reported on the meeting of the Committee for the "Goals for Euless" in Waxahachie last week. Mr. Hunt stated the committee recommended the following: 1 . Get the citizens interested in their community and the work of the City. 2 . The current trend in building is for apartments and commercial ; controls should be implemented so the City will not become a slum area in the future. 3. Communications - the Mayor 's newsletter was favorable but should include items of interest that have happened in the City. 4. Parks - the use of the remaining land should take high priority for use as parks and recreation areas and open spaces. Councilman Douglass inquired about the City of Lubbock and the numerous small parks within their City. Mr. Hunt stated the Park and Recreation Department should contact the Lubbock Park and Recreation Department and request information on their acquisition and maintenance of the numerous small parks in their City. A discussion followed on the acquiring of park land in the new developments. V. ELECTION OF OFFICERS Mr. Theder informed the Committee that new officers are to be elected each year, which is one of the Guidelines for the Park and Recreation Committee established by the City Council . Mr. Hunt stated the annual election would be held at the next regular meeting of the Park and Recreation Committee meeting on September 20, 1971 . VI . BOND ISSUE Mr. Theder stated he would like to have a work session at his house to work on guidelines for the next bond issue the City will have . Mr. Theder stated the Committee should work out a system of priorities and contact the citizens to get their ideas . (Page Four, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Parks and Recreation Committee , August 16, 1971) Mr. Hunt stated the Committee should work with Mr. Bill Ratliff, City Engineer, and coordinate the Committee 's ideas and those of the "Goals for Euless" Committee. Councilman Douglass stated he agrees with the Committee that the No. I project of the City should be the purchase of additional park land. Mr. Gregory stated more thought should be given to improve the present park sites and the bathhouse at Midway Park. Mr. Theder stated he would contact the members of the Committee on a date for a work session at the end of August. VII . ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 10:25 P. M. 7iDOOF / I "I Chairman dfh/dos