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Meeting Minutes
Monday, October 13; 2008
The Jeffersonville Parks Authority met in regulaz session in the Mayor's
Conference Room in City Hall, Jeffersonville, Indiana, on Monday, October 13, 2008 at
7:00 P.M. Parks Authority President Ron Grooms called the meeting to order at 7:20
P.M. Councilpersons Mike Smith, Ed Zastawny, Connie Sellers, Barbara Wilson, and
Ron Grooms were present. Also present were: Pazks Superintendent Bob Manors,
Events Coordinator Bev Knight, and Deputy Clerk Treasurer Barbara Hollis.
The minutes of September 8, 2008 were presented for approval Councilperson
Zastawny made the motion to approve the minutes of September 8, 2008, as presented,
second by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 5-0. Next the minutes of
September 15, 2008 were presented for approval. Councilperson Zastawny made the
motion to approve the minutes of September 15, 2008 as presented, second by
Councilperson Wilsoq passing on a vote of 5-0.
Two claim lists were presented for consideration Following review,
Councilperson Smith made the motion to approve the claims list dated September 30,
2008 as presented, second by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 5-0.
Councilperson Sellers then made the motion to approve the claim list dated October 9,
2008 as presented, second by Councilperson Wilson, passing on a vote of 5-0.
President Grooms reviewed the Pazk appropriation report, noting a spending
freeze has been implemented.
Superintendent Manor reported on the construction progess of the restrooms at
Shirley Hall Park. The plumbing has been completed. The electric should be done
Thursday or Friday. The project should be complete in about two weeks. The building
will be painted with a mural.
Superintendent Manor next reported the Parks have al] been cleaned. He has
received an estimate for the fieldhouse roof. There is a sign for Kyle Vissing Park. The
football league has two more weeks. It is in the black and going well with no complaints.
There are about 270 participants. The league will not he using the Parkview fields. Signs
have been put in place for parking at Shirley Hall Park.
President Grooms noted that Mayor Galligan is not present, however the
Authority members do have the Commission Advisory Board minutes.
President Grooms read from the minutes regarding the absenteeism of Robbie
Valentine. There is a need to look seriously at attendance. Councilperson Smith
suggested looking into smallet~ boards. Councilperson Smith then made the motion to
remove Robbie Valentine from the Progams Committee Board, second by
Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of 5-0. President Grooms reviewed the
members. Coordinator Knight gave a report of her board members. Dennis Blake does
need to be replaced due to his inability to attend the meetings. Facilitles Board seems to
he working very well. Councilperson Sellers made the motion to appoint Mark Riley for
Tim LaG~ange, Vickie Conlin for Dennis Blake, and Sara Kraft for Carey Dyson, second
by Councilperson Zastawny, passing on a vote of 5-0.
President Grooms asked Superintendent Manor if any consideration has been
given to rate and/or fee changes for 2009. Superintendent Manor said they are being
considered.
President Grooms presented nine samples of memorial policies asking all to
review. Consideration should be given to a variety of recognitions. The question of
whether the memorialized should be deceased should also be considered.
Personnel changes have been made. Carey Dyson is no longer with the Parks
Department. Sara Kraft is Director of Aquatics/Programs, and Sara Nord is in charge of
the Fieldhouse. Superintendent Manor reported al] is going well.
Councilperson Zastawny reviewed the needs and history of T.J. Elementazy
playground introducing school P.T.O, program committee representatives P.K.
Falkenstein, Christy Rider, and Jamie Lake. Mr. Falkenstein said the P.T.O. has raised
$12,000 toward a goal of $28,000 to $29,000 and is looking for a partnership. They
would like to partner with the City. Mr. Lake explained the equipment they would like to
purchase, also explaining the equipment to be removed and the reasons. The goal is to
enhance wellness and physical activity. No school or State funding is available.
President Grooms said he loves the proposal, however an answer cannot be given tonight,
suggesting alternative sources be considered. Councilperson Zastawny will follow up
with the committee. The parking lot has only arrows and no signs. Superintendent Manor
will look into the situation.
President Grooms asked the Authority to consider fwrding Park Board Members
travel and mileage for 2009. Following discussion, Councilperson Zastawny made the
motion to remove from the budget regulaz meeting travel reimbursement for Pazk Board
Members, second by Councilperson Smith, passing on a vote of S-0.
Councilperson Zastawny thanked President Grooms for the memorial policy
information. President Grooms looks at this as an opportunity.
Councilperson Smith inquired about the status of Che discussion for a promoter.
Coordinator Knight has a meeting scheduled with Mayor's Executive Assistant Young
and Dave Shahroude.
Councilperson Zastawny made the motion to adjourn at 83S P.M., second by
Councilperson Sellers, passing on a vote of S-0.
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