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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-10-2009Jeffersonville Parks Authority Meeting Minutes Monday, August 10, 2009 The Jeffersonville Parks Authority met in regular session in the Mayor's Conference Room in City Hall, Jeffersonville, Indiana, on Monday, August 10, 2009 at 7:00 P.M. Parks Authority President Ron Grooms called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Councilpersons Mike Smith, Ed Zastawny, Keith Fetz, Connie Sellers, Barbara Wilson, Nathan Samuel, and Ron Grooms are present. Also present are: Parks Superintendent Bob Manor, Board Member Ted Throckmorton, and Deputy Clerk Treasurer Barbara Hollis. All stood for the pledge of allegiance to the flag led my Councilperson Smith. Councilperson Grooms welcomed David and John Wilmot, noting the accomplishments of John Wilmot. Councilperson Zastawny made the motion to approve the agenda with the addition of a defibrillator demonstration by Councilperson Smith, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 7-0. The minutes were presented for approval. Councilperson Wilson made the motion to approve the minutes of June 8, 2009 as presented, second by Councilperson Samuel, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Zastawny then made the motion to approve the minutes of July 13, 2009 as presented, second by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 7-0. The claim lists were presented for consideration. Following discussion, Councilperson Samuel made the motion to approve the claim lists dated July 30, 2009 and August 6, 2009, second by Councilperson Zastawny, passing on a vote of 7-0. Upon review of the 2009 Parks appropriations, Councilperson Grooms asked Superintendent Manor if there was enough part-time money appropriated. Superintendent Manor replied there was. Superintendent Manor said the facilities are in good shape. He reported those that went to Cooperstown were impressed. Board Member Throckmorton said that Bob Potter wanted to compliment Superintendent Manor on the new roof at Nachand Fieldhouse. Board Member Throckmorton wants to compliment Councilperson Smith for the weed spraying he has done. The island at 14th and Spring Street has been taken care of. Eastern Blvd. Island needs some attention. The sidewalks in front of the Waiz property on Court Avenue are an eyesore. Board Member Throckmorton asks if the plaque in Warder Park has been taken care o£ The landscaping at the 8th and Nachand Park is on the Beautification list. Following the voicing of other concerns, Board Member Throckmorton said everything is progressing. Councilperson Grooms said the Advisory Board Members are always invited to comment. Some concerns voiced are not under the authority of the Parks Authority. Councilperson Sellers suggested some of these concerns should be taken to the Board of Public Works and Safety. Councilperson Grooms does appreciate Board Member Throckmorton's comments. Superintendent Manor reported the concrete is ready to be poured at Shirley Hall Park. The All Sports Camp went well with 58 participants. More than 300 kids have registered for football. Estimates for window replacement at Nachand Fieldhouse were Page 2 August 10, 2009 discussed. Councilperson Smith questioned the need to be able to open the windows. A committee to review the replacement of windows was appointed. Members are Councilperson Smith, Superintendent Manor, Bob Potter and Ted Throckmorton. Councilperson Fetz made the motion to refer the project to the Facilities Advisory Board, second by Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 7-0. Councilperson Samuel voiced concern for meeting attendance. No Commission Advisory Board report was given. A temporary permit is being worked on for the LST. All is going well at Riverstage. The flag at the overlook was discussed. The LST is scheduled for August 21-30, 2009. Riverstage productions have had good crowds. Mr. John Wilmot reported he has discussed with Kevin Vissing the placement of a 25ft. flagpole, a boulder garden and bench for Kyle Vissing Park as an Eagle Scout project. He plans to request donations. Light options are being looked into. Councilperson Grooms noted Kevin Vissing does not run the Park, Mr. Manor does. He sincerely appreciates all that Mr. Wilmot is planning to do. He does like the plan. Following all discussion, Councilperson Sellers made the motion to support the John Wilmot project for a flagpole, landscaping and improvements to Kyle Vissing Park, second by Councilperson Zastawny, passing on a vote of 7-0. Reports were requested. Mr. Wilmot reported on his trip to Grammy Camp in Los Angeles, CA. A short review of the Ohio River Greenway Commission's policy for memorials was given. The City of Jeffersonville legislative body must approve any memorial. Councilperson Smith, referring to a presentation made by Board Member Sandy Knott at a previous meeting, gave a demonstration on the same model deliberator that is used by Yellow Ambulance. Mike Ross from Yellow Ambulance will get prices. He feels the Good Samaritan Act would protect against lawsuits. Councilperson Smith intends to go the Police and Fire Departments for donations. Councilperson Grooms requests Councilperson Smith coordinate this effort with Superintendent Manor and the Facilities Committee. Deputy Clerk Treasurer Hollis explained the need for the amendment to the Petty Cash Ordinance. The Budget notice and required meetings dates were presented. Councilperson Grooms noted he is to get the budgets this week. Councilperson Sellers noted all Council want to be involved. The Finance Committee will review the budgets first. Available money for Park capital purchases was discussed. Councilperson Wilson discussed a Community Service Appreciation Award for Scout Brent Mode. All are fine with some form of recognition. Councilperson Samuel has a City Flag his son is to hang in his room at college. He asks all Council to sign. Councilperson Grooms hopes Board Member Throckmorton is not offended. He hopes he keeps coming to the meetings. ncilperson Zastawny made the motion to adjourn at 8:20 P.M., second by Cou i~~son Smith, py'rSsing on a vote of 7-0. Ron ~rboms, President