BM 2006-06-05 PB
PARKS AND RECREATION/CRDC/TREE BOARD
MINUTES OF MEETING
June5, 2006
Meeting Time:6:30 p.m.
Meeting Place: Coppell Road Service Center
816 S. Coppell Road
Coppell, Texas 75019
Members Present:Victor Burke, Stephen Hafer, Greg Garcia, Mike Ridgley, and Kristine
Elieson.
Staff Present:Brad Reid, Guy McLain, Jane Anne Sellars, and Phyllis Shepherd
Note:Mr. Mike Ridgley excused himself at 7:30 p.m.
AGENDA
Item 1:Call the Meeting to Order
-Mr. Victor Burke called the meeting to order at 6:40 p.m.
Item 2:Citizens’ Forum
-No citizens present.
COPPELL RECREATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Item 3:Consider approval of minutes from May 1, 2006.
-Mr. Greg Garcia moved to approve the minutes from May 1, 2006.
Mr. Mike Ridgely seconded the motion.
Vote: (4-0), approved
Item 4:Consider approval of canceling the regularly scheduled July 3, 2006, meeting.
-Mr. Greg Garcia moved to approve canceling the meeting.
Mr. Mike Ridgely seconded the motion.
Vote: (4-0), approved
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD ITEMS
Item 5:Consider approval of Pepsi Distribution Funds for the Coppell Sports Council
Associations.
-Mr. Greg Garcia moved to approve.
Mr. Steve Hafer seconded the motion.
Vote: (4-0), approved.
Item 6:Consider approval of a Parks and Recreation Department policy regarding
scheduling and usage of the trail system for special events and activities.
-Mr. Greg Garcia moved to table until August meeting.
Mr. Steve Hafer seconded.
Vote: (4-0), approved
Item 7:Presentation and discussion regarding the Trail Amenities and Interpretation
Projects.
-Mr. Brad Reid introduced Mr. Mark Meyer of TBG Partners (architects)
and Mr. Matt Kaser of Kaser & Associates, Inc.
-Mr. Meyer’s presentation covered the design of primary and secondary
trail signage, seating and pavilion areas.
-Discussion included: vandalism proof signage and disposable signage;
lighting, trash and dog litter control; type of stonework to be used; way
finding signage at trail and street crossings that is distinctive at right of
ways and businesses; maintenance; replacing signs as the trail system
advances; creating a citizen group to patrol the trail system, lighting of
pavilions for safety; restroom availability; cost estimates; shade for the
trails; incorporate the interpretative signage into the pavilions with seating.
-Mr. Kaser’s presentation covered the interpretative (identification) signage
to be used for education, enhancement and promotion of stewardship.
There are examples of native species of trees, flowers, grasses along with
birds, fish, etc. Many park users do not participate in organized sports, but
go to enjoy the park through other activities such as kite flying, fishing,
biking, walking, and observing nature. This is a way to balance nature and
community.
-Discussion included: schools using trails for education purposes; signs can
be permanent and costly or disposable and inexpensive.
Item 8:Director’s Report
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-Special Events – 4 of July parade judging by the park board members.
-Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update – Focus groups and public
meeting had 75 participants.
-Applications for boards and committees due back July 28, 2006, at 5 p.m.
-Five Year Adopt a Location award given to park board.
Item 9:Chair Report
Item 10:Adjourn
-Mr. Steve Hafer moved to adjourn meeting.
Mr. Greg Garcia seconded the motion.
Vote: (4-0), approved.
Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
*Note: Copies of handouts provided at this meeting available upon request at the
Parks and Recreation Department administrative offices.