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Home My WebLink AboutPRCM 011917 CITY OF CENTRAL POINT Parks Commission Agenda January 19, 2017 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER: 6:30 pm II. ROLL CALL: Patricia Alvarez, Dennis Browning,John Beck, Neil Olsen, Mark Ludwiczack, Lee Orr,Allen Broderick,Staff-Jennifer Boardman III. REVIEW MINUTES: Minutes approved, Patricia Alvarez made a motion and Lee Orr seconded with just one spelling correction. IV. CHANGES TO AGENDA:Jennifer added an item to other business that Matt Samitore asked the Parks Commission to discuss. It will be added at item F under Other Business. V. PUBLIC APPEARANCES: No public appearances VI. BUSINESS A. Review and Approval of Master Plan-Conservation Technix: Steve Duh was on hand at the meeting to help answer any questions and to note any changes that were proposed to the Master Plan by the commission. See attached sheet with the changes that were requested by parks commission 011) members. The primary changes that the commission suggested were to ensure that Parks and Recreation has a plan of action for trail systems as well as communication with planning and other local agencies to ensure trails are a priority for the community. The Commission stated that the Master Plan document was well put together and very detailed. B. Budget Discussion-Grant for Bonnhert Park, Grant for Pfaff,Tennis Court Resurface, Bocce Ball court at Twin Creeks. Parks Commission Members to ORPA in Bend- November.Jennifer provided updates on the grant applications that will be added to the upcoming two year budget. She also discussed putting into the budget money for changing one volleyball court at Twin Creeks into a Bocce ball court as requested by several residents of the retirement community. In addition,Jennifer asked Parks Commission members of their interest in going to the annual ORPA conference in Bend. This conference provides training for not only park staff, but commission and board members as well. VII. OTHER BUSINESS— A. Upcoming meetings for 2017- May 18,Sept 21, November 16: The May meeting will be the annual dinner meeting for the parks commission members and staff. It will be held at 6:00 pm on May 18. The business meeting will begin immediately after the dinner. B. Skyrman Arboretum-Project Update:Jennifer stated that the first group of kids went through the arboretum on a tour in December. She also stated that there were five Boy Scouts that would be working on projects in the City of Central Point Parks Commission Minutes January 19, 2017 Page 2 coming year to help add signs, identification and markers for trails at the arboretum. C. Park Maintenance Update:Jennifer is working on the contract for all the park beds. The parks crew will be maintaining all the green areas, but will have contractors for the beds, highway medians, road side beds and street trees in park areas. D. Recreation Update:The new guide went out in December and classes have been going well. Many events and activities will be happening in the coming months. Cory has been working with the EXPO on the Battle of the Bones. Parks and Recreation will again be handling the BBQ only. The partnership with the EXPO went well and items that were of issue last year will be worked on this summer and fall to ensure a smooth event will take place. E. Upcoming Events: Mighty Mites, Egg Hunt, Arbor Day Event, Grow A Pear Fun Run/Bike F. Land Trade: Possible land trade with a developer in exchange for a concession stand at Don Jones. More to come as the Planning Department and developer work on the acquisition of the land for development. VIII. ADJOURNMENT-8:20 pm IX. Next Meeting will be at 6:30 pm on May 18, 6:30 pm (Dinner will be at 6:00 pm) Individuals needing special accommodations such as sign language,foreign language interpreters or equipment for the hearing impaired must request such services at least 72 hours prior to the City Council meeting. To make your request,please contact the City Recorder at 541-423-1026(voice), or by e-mail at:deanna.casevPcentraloointoregon.aov Si necesita traductor en espanol o servicios de discapacidades(ADA)para asistir a una junta publica de la Ciudad por favor Ilame con 72 horas de anticipacidn al 541-664-3321 ext. 201. ?is Central Point Parks & Recreation Master Plan Plan Document Edits following Parks & Recreation Commission Discussion (1/19/17) Page 68,2nd paragraph Edit: Additional on-street and riparian corridors are needed to expand the trail network and improve connectivity and accessibility for users. Page 79,_ Edit: Given the momentum to establish a multi-use community recreation facility for programming,this Plan recommends the continued review of funding alternatives... Page 88,Goal 1 New item added: 1.7 Survey, review and publish local park and recreation preferences. needs and trends periodically to stay current with community recreation interests. Page 89,Goal 2 Edit: 2.7 Leverage city resources by forming and maintaining partnerships with public, non-profit and private recreation providers to deliver recreation services; coordinate with the school district for and-sec-we access to existing facilities (e.g.5e1Reels gymnasiums.tracks.fields)for community recreational use. Page 91,Goal 4 Edits: Goal 4: Develop a high-quality system of multi-use trails and bicycle and pedestrian corridors that connects to regional trails and provides access to public facilities, neighborhoods and businesses to promote exercise.walking and biking. 4.1 Coordinate recreational path and trail system planning and development with the City's and Jackson County's Transportation System Plan to provide a comprehensive pedestrian and bicycle network.Coordinate with Medford's pathway plans for improved connectivity.Create an undated Pedestrian and Bike Trails Plan. 4.3 Coordinate with the Planning Department and integrate the siting of proposed path and trail segments into the development review process; require development projects along designated routes to be designed to incorporate path and trail segments as part of the project. 4.4 Expand the system of off-street trails by utilizing greenways, parks, utility corridors and critical areas as appropriate;purchase rights-of-wav or easements as necessary. Page 88, Map 7 Edit,Notation added: This man is intended for planning and informational purposes and may not have been prepared for,or be suitable for legal,engineering or surveying nurooses. The proposed trail routes are intended to illustrate general alignments.which will be contingent upon future design studies and successful negotiations with property owners for access and use. Page 99,CFP Edit, Notation added: 1/411004 This OP identifies planning-level cost estimates. Detailed costing may be necessary for projects noted. This CIP is intended as a guiding document for City staff in the preparation of departmental budgets.