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HomeMy WebLinkAboutParkRec.Minutes.07-08-2024CITY Of CAPE GIRARDEAU PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT Parks and Recreation Department Advisory Board Meeting Minutes Board Members Present: Percy Huston, Chairperson Mark Stone, Vice Chairperson Dr. Beverly Evans, Secretary Tamara Buck Jerry Dement Lewis Jackson Hill Mary Ann Maloney Nathan Thomas, Council Liaison Darrin Bruenderman Monday, July 8, 2024 Anne Dohogne Philip Moore Absent: Parks and Recreation Department Staff Present: Doug Gannon, Director of Parks & Recreation Scott Williams, Recreation Division Manager Penny Williams, Recreation Division Manager Kaed Horrell, Parks Division Manager Kayla Otte, Administrative Coordinator Chairperson Percy Huston called the meeting to order at 5:30pm at the Osage Centre. Chairperson Percy Huston called on Doug Gannon for Welcome and Introductions. Doug Gannon introduced the Visit Cape team. Brenda Newbern, Joshua Robinson and Josh Thompson. Doug advised that Visit Cape's temporary office is Classroom 2 at the Osage Centre until a permanent office off the North side of the Osage Centre is be constructed. Chairperson Huston asked if everyone had a chance to look at the minutes from the May 13, 2024 and the June 10, 2024 meeting and if there were any additions or correction to the minutes. No changes were introduced and the minutes were approved by Beverly Evans and second by Tamara Buck without opposition. Percy Huston called on Penny Williams who gave an update on the Aquatics department. Penny advised during the July 4th Holiday weekend they saw great numbers and visitors. So far, during the Cape Splash season they have only had to close one Saturday and two Sundays. Jefferson Pool is seeing increased party rentals and is holding the evening swim lessons. The Cape Aquatic Center is now open and getting RCA practices back up and running along with the aerobic classes. Percy Huston called on Mike Higgins for a Presentation for the Kiwanis Parks Boke Trial — Mike Higgins presented a Natural Surface Bike and Running Trail at Kiwanis Park. He advised there would be no maintenance needed from the Parks department and the trail would be created over time with usage. This new Trail could bring NICA events to Cape Girardeau in the future. Percy advised Board members to think about the Trail for discussion at next meeting. Kaed Horrell spoke about the 4th of July Celebration at Arena Park stating the weather was great and we were able to hold the Spirit of America Award Ceremony outside. The Fireworks lasted 18 minutes without issues. Penny spoke on July is National Parks and Recreation. Mayor Stacy Kinder presented a Proclamation at the July 1st City Council Meeting. Penny covered all the fun events and activities planned for the month of July. Scott Williams and Percy Huston spoke about Osage Centre Bingo as Parks and Recreation will be taking over Bingo as Bingo World will be closing. There will be forty-six Fridays, five Wednesdays and one Saturday. The Parks department will be building TV boxes for three 75 inch TV/Display monitors and also building storage for all the equipment needed for each night. Osage will also be offering concessions during Bingo. First Bingo night is Friday August 2nd, 2024. Scott Williams spoke about the new Youth Outdoor Sports Complex. Proposals are due Friday, July 12th. The proposal writers are to bid all options, including grass, turf and design, in hopes of a Fall 2024 constructions start time. Kaed Horrell spoke about the Cape LaCroix Recreation Trail project. The project will be a joint effort with MoDot and the City of Cape. The Parks maintenance crew will be replacing planks on some of the bridges along the trail starting July 13th next to the RV Park Scott Williams reported on the painting of the A.C. Brase Arena, that Jerry Hotop was able to pressure wash and start painting. Jerry's team should be complete painting by the end of July. Scott Williams spoke about the new Sound System at the Shawnee Park Center; the system should be installed in July with an eight to nine day installation time. Penny Williams spoke about the Golf Course Advisory Board. Currently, the Golf Course is having a very successful year. They have started Brewsday Tuesdays to bring a fun way to golf during the week. Nate Saverino advised he would be stepping down from the Golf Advisory Board. That will leave one spot vacant and Penny will start the steps to fulfilling the spot. Brenda Newbern gave an update on events that will be coming to the City in the next couple of weeks. Kaed Horrell gave an update on the Tree Advisory Board. We are investigating holding meetings in the Park's weather permitting to assess all the trees. Kaed Horrell spoke for the Red House Committee. There will be a concert in the lawn on Thursday July 11, 2024. Gates open at 6PM and main show at 713M. Scott Williams spoke about the several Parks & Recreation Foundation topics, including that he has been working with Scott Blank to start a Loyalty Card Program with the Southern Convenience Stores. Currently in the monthly of July Southern Convenience Stores is helping Parks and Rec with the give back month. On Sundays and Tuesdays one cent per gallon on all gas and diesels will be donated to the Foundation, along with 1% of all sales there are some exclusions. The next Foundation event is the Disc Golf Glow Ball August 10th at the Jaycee Golf Course. David Cantrell, council liaison, gave the city council report. The City Council is very happy to have the Visit Cape team on board as a division of the Parks and Recreation department. David also advised that the Police Chief Wes Blair would be stepping down and they will work on his replacement. Scott Williams cover the handout for Economic Impact of events in the last 12 months in the Parks and Recreation department. Scott covered that August will be a very busy month at Capaha with the possibility of Catfish postseason games, Babe Ruth World Series, Barrels N Brews and to finish up the month the St Louis Clydesdales baseball to come for a charity game to support the Public Safety Foundation. Mark Stone advised he would be stepping down from the Advisory Board, as he will begin a new tour with the US Military in September 2024. Next Board Meeting will be at 5:30pm, Monday, August 12, 2024 at the Osage Centre, Room 1AB After the meeting was adjourned at 6:53pm. Minutes reported by Moriah Lincoln Administrative Coordinator. The Park and Recreation Advisory Board of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, may, as a part of the regular or special Park and Recreation Advisory Board meeting, hold a closed session to discuss legal action, causes of legal action of litigation, leasing, purchasing or sale of'real estate, hiring, firing, disciplining, promotion ofpersonnel or employee labor relations, or confidential or privileged communications with its attorneys. Specifically, the Park and Recreation Advisory Board will hold a closed session to discuss legal actions and litigation, confidential communications with legal counsel, property acquisition and personnel matters, pursuant to RSMo. Sections 610.021(2) and 610.021(3).