HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-02-2010Parks and Recreation Board Meeting
Minutes
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
5:30 p.m.
Auburn Senior Activity Center, Rotary Room
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mike Hassen. Those members present in addition to Mr.
Hassen were Richard Artura, Laura Higdon, Vicki Gilthvedt, Greg Dobbs, John Webley, and Julie
Parascondola. Department staff members present were Parks, Arts and Recreation Director Daryl Faber
and Mayor Pete Lewis.
II. Minutes
The minutes of the December meeting were approved as distributed.
III. Committee Member Input
Michael Hassen suggested that the department consider selling"intermission" snacks at youth centered
performances at the Auburn Ave Theater. Daryl suggested that he look into the availabiliry of the Teen
Council in an effort to fill this need.
IV. Correspondence/ Pu bl ic Input
None
V. Old Business
A. Barrier Free Playground at Les Gove
The City has received two grants toward the construction of the barrier free playground, and the
committee and staff are continuing with fund raising to accomplish this project. Design
components and the landscaping of the area have changed several times as new play equipment
is selected or changes are made to the overall concept. The city has entered into a contract with
Bob Droll LA to complete the needed construction specifications. Over $200,000 has been raised.
It is hoped that the playground will be open for Kids Day in June.
VI. New Business
A. Year in Review
Director Faber presented a Power Point presentation highlighting the many accomplishments of
2009. These included the new Dorothy Bothell Park as well as the implementation of new
smoking regulations in parks. A copy of the presentation was handed out and it was
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recommended that the presentation be added to the city website.
B. Jacobsen Tree Farm Property
Consultants had hoped to attend this meeting but had a conflict. They will present the
recommended Master Plan at an upcoming meeting.
C. Activity Center Update
Director Faber updated the Parks Board on the status of the Activity Center project. It is
anticipated to bid in the spring. The Community Center project continues to be on hold.
Negotiations continue with the King County Boys and Girls Club, a potential partner in the facility.
VII. Department Report
Faber updated the committee on a few of the volunteer opportunities upcoming such as Daddy Daughter
Date Night. Mayor Lewis participated in a general discussion of parks in the community and voiced his
support of the work of the Board.
VIII. Adjournment
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p.m.
Approved this 2nd Day of March, 2010
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Chair
Da aber, Director