HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-09-2003 Parks Advisory Board MinutesPARK ADVISORY COMMISSION
BOARD MEETING MINUTES
The City of Plainview Park Advisory Board, as appointed by City Ordinance Number 95-3035,
dated, as approved, March 28, 1995, held an open meeting at 4:30 P.M., Thursday, January 09,
2003, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 901 Broadway Street, Plainview, Texas. Minutes for
this meeting are hereby submitted as follows.
ITEM
1. Called to order by Chairperson Mrs. Davis at 4:40 P.M.
2. Invocation given by Mrs. Davis.
3. Members present were: Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Ramirez, Mrs. Kirby, Mrs. Riggins and Mrs.
Wall.
4. Members absent were: Mrs. Luna, Mrs. Lloyd and Bob Noblett.
5. Guests present were: no guests.
6. Oath of office to new members — Mrs. Kirby and Mrs. Ramirez read the oaths.
7. City Staff present were: Mr. Rusty Reese, Park Superintendent.
8. October's minutes were given by Mrs. Davis. Motion was made by Mrs.
Wall to accept, as read.
9. Old Business -
A. Update on 2002 park improvements — Rusty stated that the two play structures
are constructed. However, there is a problem with the spiral slides on each unit
and replacement slides were being shipped and should arrive soon.
B. Trailer yard at Broadway Park / Baseball parking area — After discussion from
members regarding the appearance of the yard, no action is to be taken by the
commission. However, Mrs. Wall is to contact Baseball Booster Club and advise
them if they had any intent on doing something to improve the appearance. This
would be fine with the approval of the Park Superintendent.
C. 2003 Park improvements — Rusty stated he has some prices for pedestrian
bridges for 7`'' Street Park. Prices ranged from $11,191.13 to $25,628.00.
Commission took no action and wanted additional prices and options.
10. New Business -
A. Business 87 & I-27 interchange beautification — After some discussion, the
commission is to research some ideals and discuss at next meeting.
B. Arbor Day Activities — Commission is to begin thinking of activities and Mrs.
Ramirez is to check with her school's class and contact Rusty at a later date. Arbor
Day, for 2003, is April 25th.
11. Next meeting set for April 10th, 2003.
12. Meeting adjourned at 5:40 P.M.
ACCEPTED:ATTESTED: �` "'� ✓ 1
Lucile Davis, Chair person Rusty Reese, Park Department