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HomeMy WebLinkAboutParkRec.Minutes.07-14-2025 FINAL PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD Minutes - Approved Monday, July 14, 2025 - 5:30 p.m. Osage Centre  Meeting Room 1A Present: Percy Huston, Chairman Phillip Moore, Vice-Chairman Beverly Evans, Secretary Darrin Bruenderman, Board Member Jerry Dement, Board Member Thomas Drummond, Board Member Lewis Jackson Hill, Board Member John Spear, Board Member Absent: Tamara Buck, Board Member Mary-Ann Maloney, Board Member Mark Moore, Board Member David Cantrell, City Council Liaison Kaed Horrell, Parks Division Manager Parks and Recreation Staff Present: Doug Gannon, Parks & Recreation Director Scott Williams, Recreation Div. Manager Penny Williams, Recreation Div. Manager Brenda Newbern, Visit Cape Manager Moriah Lincoln, P&R Admin. Coordinator Welcome/Introductions  Percy Huston called the meeting to order at 5:32pm on Monday July 14, 2025 at the Osage Centre.  Scott Williams introduced Luke Marcum as the new Recreation Specialist at the A.C. Brase Arena. Presentations  Mike Higgins gave an update on the Kiwanis Park Bike Trail discussing the usage of the trail since it was established in summer 2024.  Ryan Lane with SEMO gave an update on the Osage Cross Country Course. Ryan covered the usage for the 2024 -2025 season and advised that SEMO will host the 2026 OVC Cross Country Championships.  John Spear spoke to the board members about the upcoming water proposal that will be voted on August 5. Old Business  Approval of Minutes: June 9, 2025 – Chairman Huston asked for everyone to review the minutes. Thomas Drummond motioned to approve the minutes, Lewis Jackson Hill seconded. Minutes approved.  Great American 4th of July Celebration Summary - Kaed Horrell gave an update that the weather was perfect for the event. We had two food trucks on site that were very busy. New Business  Youth Sports Complex Ground Breaking – Doug Gannon informed the board that they were invited to the ground breaking to officially kick off the work at the Complex on Friday July 25, 2025 at 12 pm. There will be light refreshments served after the ceremony.  Chris Hudson Memorial Unveiling Ceremony – Penny Williams announced July 29, 2025 would be the date for the unveiling of the Chris Hudson Memorial at the Wheel Park in Arena Park. Chris had a passion for skateboarding and was instrumental in bringing the Wheel Park to Cape.  July is National Parks and Recreation Month – Penny Williams communicated that Mayor Stacy Kinder presented a Proclamation on Monday July 7, 2025 at the city council meeting to proclaim July as Parks and Recreation month. There are numerous events this month that the community can join to celebrate the “Build Together, Play Together” theme.  Re-scheduled Cape Splash Staff and Board Night - Penny Williams advised the rescheduled event will be this Saturday July 19, 2026 starting at 6:30pm. All City staff and board members are welcome to attend. Reports/Project Updates  Parks and Recreation Project Updates  Cape LaCroix Recreation Trail - Kaed Horrell updated the board that final plans for the trail project were sent to MODOT this week. We should have approval within four weeks to bid out the project.  Youth Outdoor Sports Complex - Doug Gannon updated the board that the lighting proposal for the project has been received for staff to review. The final copy of the civil plans have been sent to Development Services for final review.  Shawnee Parks Sports Complex Improvements - Doug Gannon updated that bids have been sent out for new fencing on the original five fields and a complex wide PA system.  Golf Course Advisory Board - Jared Hanley is the new Jaycee Liaison on the board. The new green fee’s started July 1, 2025. Cuba Financial became a new Tee Sponsor. One more tee marker sponsorship is available. We will be replacing half of the Golf Cart fleet in the spring of 2026.  Visit Cape Report - Brenda Newbern distributed the HMR report and gave an overview of upcoming events.  Tree Advisory Board - Lewis Jackson Hill gave the report indicating several trees need to be evaluated for removal in several parks. There will be upcoming updates to the Memorial Tree Program with an increase in price and a new selection of tree’s offered.  Red House Interpretive Center Committee - Kaed Horrell updated that the original art work on the reader boards is going to be replaced. Staff will be getting a quote for roof replacement on the Red House. Staff and the board are looking for fundraiser ideas to raise the money for the roof.  Foundation  One- Person Scramble – the tournament will be held August 9, 2025. This event replaces the Glow Ball Tournament. All proceeds will benefit the Parks and Recreation Foundation.  Doggy Swim Day at Cape Splash – scheduled for September 7, 2025. There will be public and private sessions offered  City Council Report - No Report  Monthly Staff Report/Calendar Update – Handout was distributed for review.  Program and event updates  Scott Williams’s gave an update on corporate sponsorships  Phil Moore invited everyone out to the 5oth anniversary celebration for Banterra Bank on Friday July 18, 2025. Ribbon cutting will take place at 11am  Scott Williams’s covered new events the SportsPlex will be hosting including a Pole Vaulting Combine and NAI Cheerleading Championship.  Scott Williams’s announced that the Barrels n’ Brews event will be October 11, 2025 at Capaha Field. The main stage will be in the old pool parking lot not on the outfield as it was last year. Other Business  Next Board Meeting – Monday August 11, 2025 at the Osage Centre at 5:30pm. Adjournment  A motion was made by Phillip Moore and seconded by Beverly Evans to adjourn the meeting at 6:53pm. Motion was passed. Transcribed 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, leasin g, purchasing or sale of real estate, hiring, firing, disciplining, promotion of personnel or employee labor relations, or confidential or privileged communication s with its attorneys..