WEBVTT 00:00:00.000 --> 00:00:05.000 - Good afternoon everyone and welcome to our March meeting 00:00:05.000 --> 00:00:11.660 for the Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board. 00:00:11.660 --> 00:00:16.860 We are live and our first order is to ask 00:00:16.860 --> 00:00:19.000 if there are any comments from the public, 00:00:19.000 --> 00:00:21.540 which I have been informed there are none. 00:00:21.540 --> 00:00:23.440 So we will move forward and announce 00:00:23.440 --> 00:00:26.540 that we have one excused absence currently for a member 00:00:26.540 --> 00:00:30.120 and one unexcused absence for a member currently. 00:00:30.120 --> 00:00:32.920 And with that, we will begin the meeting. 00:00:32.920 --> 00:00:34.560 Welcome everyone. 00:00:34.560 --> 00:00:36.160 It's good to see all of you. 00:00:36.160 --> 00:00:40.600 Our first order of business is to consider approval 00:00:40.600 --> 00:00:43.560 of the minutes from our February 22nd meeting. 00:00:43.560 --> 00:00:45.600 Could I get a motion to approve those minutes 00:00:45.600 --> 00:00:47.640 or do we have any comments beforehand? 00:00:47.640 --> 00:00:55.920 - I'll make a motion we approve. 00:00:55.920 --> 00:01:00.440 - Okay, Mr. Jerry, Mr. Dooley has motioned. 00:01:00.440 --> 00:01:01.280 Can I get a second? 00:01:01.280 --> 00:01:02.280 Ms. Francis? 00:01:02.280 --> 00:01:04.600 - Second. 00:01:04.600 --> 00:01:07.880 - Awesome, all in favor of approving the minutes? 00:01:07.880 --> 00:01:09.400 Say aye. 00:01:09.400 --> 00:01:10.300 - Aye. 00:01:10.300 --> 00:01:11.920 - Awesome, wonderful, okay. 00:01:11.920 --> 00:01:15.720 Any opposed? 00:01:15.720 --> 00:01:21.080 Okay, seeing none, we've approved the minutes, thank you. 00:01:21.080 --> 00:01:23.900 Our second order of business items for consideration B 00:01:23.900 --> 00:01:26.280 is to receive a report, hold a discussion 00:01:26.280 --> 00:01:29.280 and give staff direction regarding the Parks, Recreation 00:01:29.280 --> 00:01:33.280 and Beautification Advisory Board annual 2021 00:01:33.280 --> 00:01:34.440 meeting schedule. 00:01:34.440 --> 00:01:37.200 - All right. 00:01:37.200 --> 00:01:41.120 - So Eddie, why you, or whenever you're done talking, 00:01:41.120 --> 00:01:43.660 I'll bring up the calendar. 00:01:43.660 --> 00:01:44.960 - Sounds good. 00:01:44.960 --> 00:01:48.320 So just, oh, Eddie Valdez, Management Analyst. 00:01:48.320 --> 00:01:51.880 So brief background, every year the board's commission 00:01:51.880 --> 00:01:56.880 and committees approve their annual 2021 meeting schedule. 00:01:56.880 --> 00:01:59.080 So it's that time of this year 00:01:59.080 --> 00:02:03.440 and you guys will have to vote on the meeting schedule. 00:02:03.440 --> 00:02:08.280 So this is required by ordinance number 19-2865, 00:02:08.280 --> 00:02:10.920 which you'll see in exhibit two. 00:02:10.920 --> 00:02:13.720 Exhibit three is also the attached proposed schedule, 00:02:13.720 --> 00:02:16.400 which includes those meetings held today. 00:02:16.400 --> 00:02:18.160 So as you can see in the attachment 00:02:18.160 --> 00:02:21.200 from between January to May are the dates considering 00:02:21.200 --> 00:02:23.720 we will continue to move forward with virtual meetings 00:02:23.720 --> 00:02:25.920 and that's in your attachment. 00:02:25.920 --> 00:02:28.380 These dates are based on room availability 00:02:28.380 --> 00:02:31.800 that I've gathered, which is the city council room 00:02:31.800 --> 00:02:34.480 and also based on members availability 00:02:34.480 --> 00:02:36.280 and also trying to stay consistent 00:02:36.280 --> 00:02:38.500 by keeping the meetings on a Monday. 00:02:38.500 --> 00:02:42.780 So also in the calendar, starting from the month of June 00:02:42.780 --> 00:02:44.480 and moving forward to December, 00:02:44.480 --> 00:02:47.860 I have set the meetings dates back to the original meeting 00:02:47.860 --> 00:02:50.640 on the first Monday of the month. 00:02:50.640 --> 00:02:52.800 Now, again, the first Monday of the month 00:02:52.800 --> 00:02:54.160 is still not a guarantee. 00:02:54.160 --> 00:02:57.480 Just kind of just depends where we're at with COVID 00:02:57.480 --> 00:02:59.760 and also where we're at in the city. 00:02:59.760 --> 00:03:03.360 So I don't know if you, did you pull up the, oh yeah. 00:03:03.360 --> 00:03:04.400 Yeah, you pulled up the calendar. 00:03:04.400 --> 00:03:07.940 So are there any questions that you have? 00:03:07.940 --> 00:03:10.240 Obviously the meeting times are not there. 00:03:10.240 --> 00:03:11.560 We're flexible on that. 00:03:11.560 --> 00:03:17.640 But again, from June, moving forward from June to December, 00:03:18.520 --> 00:03:20.840 we're hoping that we can go back on the evening time. 00:03:20.840 --> 00:03:23.520 But again, we're not quite sure. 00:03:23.520 --> 00:03:24.920 This is just an estimation. 00:03:24.920 --> 00:03:27.080 Any questions? 00:03:27.080 --> 00:03:33.420 - I had a question. 00:03:33.420 --> 00:03:36.000 I'm not seeing anyone else's hand raised. 00:03:36.000 --> 00:03:37.120 Is that correct? 00:03:37.120 --> 00:03:38.120 Okay. 00:03:38.120 --> 00:03:42.680 My question was, so you had said Eddie, 00:03:42.680 --> 00:03:44.800 that hopefully starting in June, 00:03:44.800 --> 00:03:46.640 we can go back to that night meeting. 00:03:46.640 --> 00:03:50.000 Is there any way to, I was looking at the schedule 00:03:50.000 --> 00:03:51.640 and thinking to myself, like for a lot of us, 00:03:51.640 --> 00:03:54.040 it's hard to get on a meeting, 00:03:54.040 --> 00:03:56.840 one to three or three to five on a work day, 00:03:56.840 --> 00:03:58.760 specifically a Monday, 00:03:58.760 --> 00:04:00.800 'cause those are difficult work days. 00:04:00.800 --> 00:04:03.400 Like my schedule allows me to be off today, which is nice, 00:04:03.400 --> 00:04:05.400 but that's not everyone's situation. 00:04:05.400 --> 00:04:06.940 And I just wanted to see if there's any way 00:04:06.940 --> 00:04:10.080 to put in a request if we're gonna continue this for longer 00:04:10.080 --> 00:04:12.000 to do a later meeting, 00:04:12.000 --> 00:04:13.920 or is that because it's outside of the hours 00:04:13.920 --> 00:04:15.120 of city council that it's not, 00:04:15.120 --> 00:04:19.360 or city, excuse me, outside of the nine to five hours 00:04:19.360 --> 00:04:22.040 of city hours, work hours. 00:04:22.040 --> 00:04:23.440 Is that why? 00:04:23.440 --> 00:04:27.040 - It's, yes, that's a part of it. 00:04:27.040 --> 00:04:28.420 It's not because it's the business hours, 00:04:28.420 --> 00:04:30.120 but it's about staff availability. 00:04:30.120 --> 00:04:33.760 So we have to consider staff resources as well. 00:04:33.760 --> 00:04:35.760 So it's not only your time. 00:04:35.760 --> 00:04:38.760 It's also gathering all staff, park staff 00:04:38.760 --> 00:04:41.120 that's available to meet that time, 00:04:41.120 --> 00:04:44.120 but also there's also a lot of the back ends. 00:04:44.120 --> 00:04:47.240 We had to work with the city secretary, also DTV, 00:04:47.240 --> 00:04:50.440 also other people that would be utilizing the same room, 00:04:50.440 --> 00:04:54.400 because so far I think we have one or two rooms that, 00:04:54.400 --> 00:04:57.200 and they try to kind of consolidate those two rooms 00:04:57.200 --> 00:04:58.460 when they're videotaping, 00:04:58.460 --> 00:05:00.600 but right now it's only been one, 00:05:00.600 --> 00:05:03.480 and they try to keep it within those business hours, 00:05:03.480 --> 00:05:05.520 'cause those are when staff is available. 00:05:05.520 --> 00:05:08.600 So it's a little bit of juggling around. 00:05:08.600 --> 00:05:13.400 It's considering all your time, staff in parks, 00:05:13.400 --> 00:05:15.880 and also everywhere else in different departments 00:05:15.880 --> 00:05:16.720 to get it running. 00:05:16.720 --> 00:05:20.120 So that's the main reason why it's before five. 00:05:20.120 --> 00:05:23.800 But again, we were flexible the last time we met. 00:05:23.800 --> 00:05:27.400 We went way beyond six, but that, I'm sorry, 00:05:27.400 --> 00:05:29.280 way beyond five and ended at six, 00:05:29.280 --> 00:05:32.580 but that was by request, and they were available. 00:05:32.580 --> 00:05:37.920 - Also, I'm sorry, Gary, I just saw your hand. 00:05:37.920 --> 00:05:39.200 - Yeah, no, go ahead. - Apologies. 00:05:39.200 --> 00:05:40.820 - Go ahead. 00:05:40.820 --> 00:05:44.520 - Georgia, so you know that has been discussed. 00:05:44.520 --> 00:05:47.280 And I think Eddie has worked really hard 00:05:47.280 --> 00:05:51.240 at trying to get us the late slot, the three to five slot. 00:05:51.240 --> 00:05:56.240 And so I know this is a challenging area. 00:05:56.240 --> 00:06:01.640 - Yeah, we're hoping that we can go back to a couple hours. 00:06:01.640 --> 00:06:03.360 - Yeah, I'm sure we all look forward 00:06:03.360 --> 00:06:06.720 to the 6 p.m. meetings again, and the in-person ones too. 00:06:06.720 --> 00:06:09.160 It was always nice to sit at a table with everyone. 00:06:09.160 --> 00:06:11.000 But yeah, I think it's the free food 00:06:11.000 --> 00:06:13.120 that really attracts everybody. 00:06:13.120 --> 00:06:18.080 So just to add to what both Francis and Eddie said, 00:06:18.080 --> 00:06:20.680 this is, we've had numerous conversations 00:06:20.680 --> 00:06:25.320 internally about it, and since we have to record it, 00:06:25.320 --> 00:06:27.520 we only have so many staff that can do that. 00:06:27.520 --> 00:06:30.880 And based on all the committees we have, 00:06:30.880 --> 00:06:32.920 some committees are not meeting regularly. 00:06:32.920 --> 00:06:34.840 We are trying to meet regularly 00:06:34.840 --> 00:06:37.440 'cause we have so much stuff that does occur 00:06:37.440 --> 00:06:39.280 and trying to keep everybody updated. 00:06:39.280 --> 00:06:43.680 So they were trying to refrain from having staff work 00:06:43.680 --> 00:06:46.540 every single night to have to record them. 00:06:46.540 --> 00:06:50.420 So they've really tried to limit it to 5 p.m. 00:06:50.420 --> 00:06:52.600 by closing meetings. 00:06:52.600 --> 00:06:55.200 I'm hoping we'll get closer and closer 00:06:55.200 --> 00:06:59.320 to having in-person meetings sooner than later. 00:06:59.320 --> 00:07:02.920 As soon as we hear something, we'll let you know, 00:07:02.920 --> 00:07:07.180 we can go back and modify that if that's your preference. 00:07:08.440 --> 00:07:10.320 - And everything that you see on the calendar 00:07:10.320 --> 00:07:11.760 is easily modified. 00:07:11.760 --> 00:07:13.040 We could either do it two ways. 00:07:13.040 --> 00:07:16.040 We can bring it back and you can re-approve 00:07:16.040 --> 00:07:19.240 or I can just make it as cancellations ahead of time. 00:07:19.240 --> 00:07:20.600 So we just cancel the meeting 00:07:20.600 --> 00:07:24.880 and then we post every other meeting moving forward 00:07:24.880 --> 00:07:28.320 to a special meeting if some of those dates 00:07:28.320 --> 00:07:30.560 does not work for all of you. 00:07:30.560 --> 00:07:35.560 But again, we thank you that you're making this time 00:07:36.200 --> 00:07:39.360 that is during business hours and you have to be flexible. 00:07:39.360 --> 00:07:42.200 And we're hoping that we're trying to make it 00:07:42.200 --> 00:07:43.840 as easy as possible for you guys. 00:07:43.840 --> 00:07:45.700 And I know it's hard 'cause it's been hard 00:07:45.700 --> 00:07:49.360 on several boards and commission and we're hearing it 00:07:49.360 --> 00:07:51.200 and we wanna make sure that we accommodate 00:07:51.200 --> 00:07:53.600 all your time as well. 00:07:53.600 --> 00:07:54.420 - Absolutely. 00:07:54.420 --> 00:07:56.820 And I wanna uplift what Ms. Francis said. 00:07:56.820 --> 00:07:57.660 That's a good point. 00:07:57.660 --> 00:07:59.600 You guys have worked really hard on this schedule 00:07:59.600 --> 00:08:01.560 and have accommodated a lot of things. 00:08:01.560 --> 00:08:03.520 So I wanted to uplift that and say, yes, 00:08:03.520 --> 00:08:05.720 thank you all for being so flexible 00:08:05.720 --> 00:08:06.960 and for working so hard. 00:08:06.960 --> 00:08:08.640 And we do have a lot of stuff to get done. 00:08:08.640 --> 00:08:10.640 So I am thankful that we get to meet each month 00:08:10.640 --> 00:08:12.280 and that we have that space to do that 00:08:12.280 --> 00:08:14.800 while other boards are kind of trying to figure out 00:08:14.800 --> 00:08:17.080 when they can meet, we at least get to know 00:08:17.080 --> 00:08:18.980 that we have a meeting once a month. 00:08:18.980 --> 00:08:20.720 And you avoided all holidays and all that. 00:08:20.720 --> 00:08:23.600 So you've been very thoughtful and I appreciate that. 00:08:23.600 --> 00:08:26.000 I just wanna throw it out there to be like. 00:08:26.000 --> 00:08:30.240 So yeah, anyways, does anybody else have a comment 00:08:30.240 --> 00:08:33.080 on the schedule or are we ready to motion 00:08:33.080 --> 00:08:35.360 to approve this schedule for the year? 00:08:35.720 --> 00:08:38.300 (mouse clicks) 00:08:38.300 --> 00:08:42.440 Okay, seeing no more comments. 00:08:42.440 --> 00:08:44.200 Can I get a motion to approve the schedule 00:08:44.200 --> 00:08:48.000 for the 2021 Parkstone Rec. 00:08:48.000 --> 00:08:49.240 - Motion to approve. 00:08:49.240 --> 00:08:51.600 - Thank you, Ms. Francis. 00:08:51.600 --> 00:08:52.600 Can I get a second? 00:08:52.600 --> 00:08:55.840 - I'll second. 00:08:55.840 --> 00:08:57.520 - Okay, thank you, Mr. Jerry. 00:08:57.520 --> 00:09:00.640 All in favor of this schedule, say aye or raise your hand. 00:09:00.640 --> 00:09:01.480 Awesome, wonderful. 00:09:01.480 --> 00:09:03.120 All opposed? 00:09:03.120 --> 00:09:04.960 Seeing none. 00:09:04.960 --> 00:09:06.680 The motion passes. 00:09:06.680 --> 00:09:08.000 Eddie, before we go to the next item, 00:09:08.000 --> 00:09:10.160 I'm not seeing one of our members here. 00:09:10.160 --> 00:09:12.240 I have Mr. Dave. 00:09:12.240 --> 00:09:13.360 Is Mr. Dave joining us? 00:09:13.360 --> 00:09:14.200 Do we know? 00:09:14.200 --> 00:09:16.660 - Not quite sure. 00:09:16.660 --> 00:09:19.680 I didn't get an email, but I can post you towards the end. 00:09:19.680 --> 00:09:22.520 And if so, then I'll modify the minutes 00:09:22.520 --> 00:09:24.360 for the next month for your approval. 00:09:24.360 --> 00:09:25.880 - Okay, 'cause we've got our four members. 00:09:25.880 --> 00:09:28.840 So we do have a quorum and can keep going and vote on things. 00:09:28.840 --> 00:09:29.680 Awesome. 00:09:29.680 --> 00:09:31.280 So then that takes us to our next item. 00:09:31.280 --> 00:09:33.880 Item C for consideration is to receive a report 00:09:33.880 --> 00:09:37.320 and hold a discussion regarding employee introduction 00:09:37.320 --> 00:09:39.760 within Parks and Recreation Administration. 00:09:39.760 --> 00:09:43.360 - Gary Pack and Director of Parks and Recreation. 00:09:43.360 --> 00:09:45.360 So this is something that we thought 00:09:45.360 --> 00:09:47.960 we would add to the agenda. 00:09:47.960 --> 00:09:51.280 Something that would be, it's important, 00:09:51.280 --> 00:09:55.800 but it could be fairly quick just to give you guys 00:09:55.800 --> 00:09:58.880 an opportunity to see and meet some of our staff. 00:09:58.880 --> 00:10:01.760 Obviously, there's a lot of people that don't come 00:10:01.760 --> 00:10:04.520 to our park board meetings that I think it's good 00:10:04.520 --> 00:10:06.200 for you guys to see and know. 00:10:06.200 --> 00:10:09.880 Just so you can put a name with a face, 00:10:09.880 --> 00:10:11.160 who runs this facility, 00:10:11.160 --> 00:10:13.280 who runs these programs type of thing. 00:10:13.280 --> 00:10:18.400 And I thought it would be a valuable one or two 00:10:18.400 --> 00:10:22.440 quick minutes of who am I and what do I do? 00:10:22.440 --> 00:10:24.840 And then you guys could ask a couple of questions. 00:10:24.840 --> 00:10:29.920 So the thought process would be have this on the agenda 00:10:29.920 --> 00:10:32.920 every meeting, if you guys are okay with that, 00:10:32.920 --> 00:10:34.240 and then invite somebody. 00:10:34.240 --> 00:10:36.880 We started inviting more staff to come 00:10:36.880 --> 00:10:40.200 so they could learn a little bit more about park board 00:10:40.200 --> 00:10:41.640 and how it operates. 00:10:41.640 --> 00:10:44.040 So when they have to give a presentation, 00:10:44.040 --> 00:10:45.800 it's not the first time. 00:10:45.800 --> 00:10:48.640 So we have had some more people kind of participating 00:10:48.640 --> 00:10:51.800 in the background, but first and foremost, 00:10:51.800 --> 00:10:56.600 I wanted to welcome Nikki Sassenes to our organization. 00:10:56.600 --> 00:11:00.880 She joined us on the worst possible week she could 00:11:00.880 --> 00:11:03.640 with cold McGiton or ice McGiton, 00:11:03.640 --> 00:11:05.560 whatever you wanna call it. 00:11:05.560 --> 00:11:07.200 And she was very flexible. 00:11:07.200 --> 00:11:09.760 She actually got an Airbnb. 00:11:09.760 --> 00:11:13.120 So she was here in Denton and didn't have to drive in it. 00:11:13.120 --> 00:11:18.120 So kudos for Nikki for that dedication right off the bat. 00:11:18.120 --> 00:11:21.480 She joins us from Mesquite with years of service 00:11:21.480 --> 00:11:26.000 in a similar position and grew up in Mesquite's organization. 00:11:26.000 --> 00:11:29.120 So we're fortunate to have her 00:11:29.120 --> 00:11:30.720 and we're fortunate for her to come back 00:11:30.720 --> 00:11:33.240 after that first week of orientation. 00:11:33.240 --> 00:11:37.160 So at this point, I'll just turn it over to Nikki. 00:11:37.160 --> 00:11:38.200 Have her say a few words. 00:11:38.200 --> 00:11:40.600 Tell us about yourself. 00:11:40.600 --> 00:11:43.600 - Again, Nikki Sassenes, 00:11:43.600 --> 00:11:46.160 Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation. 00:11:46.160 --> 00:11:47.120 First, thank you. 00:11:47.120 --> 00:11:48.600 I'm very honored to be here 00:11:48.600 --> 00:11:52.160 and to work with the parks board. 00:11:52.160 --> 00:11:53.400 Gary, thanks for the introduction. 00:11:53.400 --> 00:11:55.120 Yes, I did start during snowmageddon. 00:11:55.120 --> 00:11:56.760 That was quite interesting. 00:11:56.760 --> 00:11:59.000 But it did allow me to see the dedication 00:11:59.000 --> 00:12:00.160 and what a great staff we have 00:12:00.160 --> 00:12:02.680 and how well the city works together as a team 00:12:02.680 --> 00:12:05.760 and being able to provide the services during that time. 00:12:05.760 --> 00:12:07.920 I did come from the city of Mesquite. 00:12:07.920 --> 00:12:09.280 I worked there for 11 years. 00:12:09.280 --> 00:12:13.280 I started in the afterschool and summer camp program 00:12:13.280 --> 00:12:14.560 and did that for a few years 00:12:14.560 --> 00:12:17.360 and then went to supervise a recreation center. 00:12:17.360 --> 00:12:20.480 And from there, I moved over to athletics and aquatics. 00:12:20.480 --> 00:12:23.320 So I got my feet wet in aquatics there 00:12:23.320 --> 00:12:25.200 and over athletics. 00:12:25.200 --> 00:12:29.040 And then after a few years moved into the manager position 00:12:29.040 --> 00:12:32.560 overseeing special events, adult 50 plus programs, 00:12:32.560 --> 00:12:35.160 all the youth sports leagues, 00:12:35.160 --> 00:12:38.120 all the athletics, aquatics and youth programs 00:12:38.120 --> 00:12:39.680 and the recreation centers. 00:12:39.680 --> 00:12:43.760 So we did not have an AD level over at Mesquite. 00:12:43.760 --> 00:12:48.200 So I never really thought I would leave, 00:12:48.200 --> 00:12:50.320 but it was an opportunity to come here. 00:12:50.320 --> 00:12:54.120 And I did go to UNT for my master's program. 00:12:54.120 --> 00:12:56.000 So I get to come back in green 00:12:56.000 --> 00:12:58.240 and I do have a fondness for the city of Denton. 00:12:58.240 --> 00:13:00.680 And after exploring more about 00:13:00.680 --> 00:13:02.960 what the Parks and Recreation Department does here, 00:13:02.960 --> 00:13:05.640 I was very excited about the opportunity 00:13:05.640 --> 00:13:07.480 and even getting in, Gary warned me, 00:13:07.480 --> 00:13:08.880 it's like drinking from a fire hose. 00:13:08.880 --> 00:13:10.440 Well, he wasn't lying. 00:13:10.440 --> 00:13:14.440 We are very quickly moving to develop and continue programs 00:13:14.440 --> 00:13:17.320 and acquire land and build new parks. 00:13:17.320 --> 00:13:18.880 And there's a lot going on. 00:13:18.880 --> 00:13:20.640 I'm very excited to be part of it. 00:13:20.640 --> 00:13:22.680 Any questions? 00:13:22.680 --> 00:13:24.480 I'm happy to answer any questions. 00:13:24.480 --> 00:13:29.480 - Family? 00:13:29.480 --> 00:13:32.000 - I do, I have three kids. 00:13:32.000 --> 00:13:33.120 I live in Richardson. 00:13:33.120 --> 00:13:36.040 I have an eight-year-old daughter, a five-year-old son, 00:13:36.040 --> 00:13:38.640 and then Emily just turned two on Thursday. 00:13:38.640 --> 00:13:39.960 So busy at home also. 00:13:39.960 --> 00:13:47.400 - Well, sorry, go ahead. 00:13:47.400 --> 00:13:48.440 - They are Parks and Rec kids. 00:13:48.440 --> 00:13:51.600 So I will be bringing them along to special events. 00:13:51.600 --> 00:13:52.440 - That's what I was gonna say. 00:13:52.440 --> 00:13:55.320 I was like, man, you've got some things to bring them to. 00:13:55.320 --> 00:13:58.320 - No, they think every time they go to mama's work 00:13:58.320 --> 00:13:59.400 that they get to ride a horse 00:13:59.400 --> 00:14:01.880 or bounce in a bounce house or something. 00:14:01.880 --> 00:14:03.840 Can we go to your work and swim? 00:14:03.840 --> 00:14:05.920 That's not exactly where I work. 00:14:05.920 --> 00:14:08.600 You get tagged along to a bunch of those different things. 00:14:08.600 --> 00:14:09.880 So I'm sure you'll see them around 00:14:09.880 --> 00:14:11.560 and I'll make sure to introduce them 00:14:11.560 --> 00:14:12.760 when we see you out there. 00:14:12.760 --> 00:14:15.320 - Well, thank you. 00:14:15.320 --> 00:14:16.640 Yeah, on behalf of everyone here. 00:14:16.640 --> 00:14:17.560 Yeah, welcome, Nikki. 00:14:17.560 --> 00:14:18.960 We're really excited and we're thankful 00:14:18.960 --> 00:14:21.360 for your service and your time. 00:14:21.360 --> 00:14:24.160 Does anybody else have anything they wanna say or ask? 00:14:24.160 --> 00:14:26.240 Okay. 00:14:26.240 --> 00:14:27.080 Thanks again, Nikki. 00:14:27.080 --> 00:14:28.080 I appreciate you. 00:14:28.080 --> 00:14:28.920 - Thank you. 00:14:28.920 --> 00:14:33.160 - The next item is item D, 00:14:33.160 --> 00:14:35.600 is to receive a report, hold a discussion 00:14:35.600 --> 00:14:38.160 and to give staff input regarding updates 00:14:38.160 --> 00:14:40.080 on the construction and renovation 00:14:40.080 --> 00:14:43.440 of the American Legion Hall or the ALH. 00:14:43.440 --> 00:14:46.000 - So Gary Pack and Parks and Recreation. 00:14:46.000 --> 00:14:47.080 I'll go ahead and start this 00:14:47.080 --> 00:14:50.720 and then Nikki and Drew can jump in as well. 00:14:50.720 --> 00:14:53.360 Caroline Seward was going to present this, 00:14:53.360 --> 00:14:56.640 but she's out this week on spring break. 00:14:56.640 --> 00:15:00.440 So she's been attending the construction meetings on this. 00:15:00.440 --> 00:15:03.080 Drew, if you could bring up the PowerPoint. 00:15:03.080 --> 00:15:06.920 - Yes, hold on one second. 00:15:06.920 --> 00:15:08.440 I had it up, it didn't share. 00:15:08.440 --> 00:15:12.000 Okay. 00:15:12.000 --> 00:15:15.120 - So this project started a few years ago. 00:15:15.120 --> 00:15:17.200 It actually started before, 00:15:17.200 --> 00:15:20.480 right after the city manager started. 00:15:20.480 --> 00:15:23.360 And if you can remember, we had... 00:15:23.360 --> 00:15:24.400 Go ahead, next slide. 00:15:24.400 --> 00:15:28.600 We had two buildings. 00:15:28.600 --> 00:15:31.880 The original building was built in 1957 00:15:31.880 --> 00:15:34.680 and that was the building that was torn down. 00:15:34.680 --> 00:15:37.600 It was approximately 2,500 square feet. 00:15:37.600 --> 00:15:41.000 It was a drop-in, you know, cars, dominoes, 00:15:41.000 --> 00:15:43.380 very passive in nature. 00:15:45.160 --> 00:15:46.400 We had lunch in some meeting space 00:15:46.400 --> 00:15:47.520 and then we had lunches 00:15:47.520 --> 00:15:50.320 and then some of the restaurants 00:15:50.320 --> 00:15:52.320 or I should say grocery stores 00:15:52.320 --> 00:15:54.440 would bring stuff over as well. 00:15:54.440 --> 00:16:00.040 You can see some of the cracks in the building, 00:16:00.040 --> 00:16:03.760 on the walls that were pretty obvious 00:16:03.760 --> 00:16:06.000 that some repairs needed. 00:16:06.000 --> 00:16:07.800 And then we actually had two by fours 00:16:07.800 --> 00:16:11.360 bracing up one of the pedestals for a period of time. 00:16:11.360 --> 00:16:14.560 But then here's a couple interior shots of the building. 00:16:14.560 --> 00:16:17.000 Again, just basically an open room 00:16:17.000 --> 00:16:21.880 for very passive recreational opportunities. 00:16:21.880 --> 00:16:27.560 Overall, we're gonna take the building 00:16:27.560 --> 00:16:30.040 that was torn down, the original one, 00:16:30.040 --> 00:16:32.200 and add it to an existing building, 00:16:32.200 --> 00:16:33.680 which Drew's kind of circling. 00:16:33.680 --> 00:16:37.080 That's where the restrooms for the park 00:16:37.080 --> 00:16:39.920 are actually attached to that building as well. 00:16:39.920 --> 00:16:42.880 So the new building that replaced the old one 00:16:42.880 --> 00:16:45.000 will have one large room 00:16:45.000 --> 00:16:48.240 that can be used for special events and meetings, 00:16:48.240 --> 00:16:51.240 but it also be able to split into two smaller rooms. 00:16:51.240 --> 00:16:53.800 There is a kitchen that can be used by both 00:16:53.800 --> 00:16:58.800 with some storage area and then some small office space. 00:16:58.800 --> 00:17:01.320 And then the front entry point, 00:17:01.320 --> 00:17:04.400 which we have there in the kind of khaki color 00:17:04.400 --> 00:17:08.300 will be at the corner of the intersection of the street. 00:17:08.300 --> 00:17:12.560 On the outside of the building up on the top right, 00:17:12.560 --> 00:17:16.560 that we have a terrace that will be additional overflow 00:17:16.560 --> 00:17:18.680 for people for events that can go out 00:17:18.680 --> 00:17:21.080 and if it's nice weather, 00:17:21.080 --> 00:17:23.880 they can kind of spill outside into the park. 00:17:23.880 --> 00:17:26.200 That does overlook the basketball court, 00:17:26.200 --> 00:17:30.120 which is adjacent immediately to the east. 00:17:30.120 --> 00:17:31.760 On the existing building, 00:17:31.760 --> 00:17:35.320 there'll be some interior restrooms that are renovated 00:17:35.320 --> 00:17:37.840 and then some small program space. 00:17:37.840 --> 00:17:40.920 So we have computer labs, some classroom space, 00:17:40.920 --> 00:17:44.440 and then a little fitness area and a rec room 00:17:44.440 --> 00:17:49.440 for specific programs that will be offered 00:17:49.440 --> 00:17:52.000 by the Parks and Recreation Department. 00:17:52.000 --> 00:17:54.320 Then from the outside, 00:17:54.320 --> 00:17:56.320 this is kind of what it would look like 00:17:56.320 --> 00:17:58.460 from Wilson and Lakey. 00:17:58.460 --> 00:18:02.680 Give you an idea of what you're looking at 00:18:02.680 --> 00:18:06.200 when you see some of that height going up on property. 00:18:08.760 --> 00:18:11.600 And these pictures are probably two weeks old. 00:18:11.600 --> 00:18:13.320 So they've done a lot more. 00:18:13.320 --> 00:18:15.360 They've had a lot of progress. 00:18:15.360 --> 00:18:20.160 We have had some significant delays during the construction. 00:18:20.160 --> 00:18:22.840 Obviously we've had COVID construction delays 00:18:22.840 --> 00:18:24.700 where one or two people get sick 00:18:24.700 --> 00:18:26.980 and they have to shut the entire crew down. 00:18:26.980 --> 00:18:28.720 So that's an issue. 00:18:28.720 --> 00:18:31.320 They've had some material issues, 00:18:31.320 --> 00:18:33.580 but really the biggest challenge we've had 00:18:33.580 --> 00:18:35.800 has been in regards to its design 00:18:35.800 --> 00:18:38.520 and request for information, 00:18:38.520 --> 00:18:42.360 where the engineer drawings weren't as detailed 00:18:42.360 --> 00:18:44.160 or missed some items. 00:18:44.160 --> 00:18:45.160 So they had to go back 00:18:45.160 --> 00:18:48.840 and ask a lot of questions for a follow-up. 00:18:48.840 --> 00:18:51.640 We did hire a second engineering firm 00:18:51.640 --> 00:18:54.760 to replace the one that did the original design. 00:18:54.760 --> 00:18:57.120 So they have been working to identify 00:18:57.120 --> 00:19:01.620 where those areas that need to be tweaked and improved are. 00:19:01.620 --> 00:19:04.860 And some of those things are a little more challenging 00:19:04.860 --> 00:19:07.280 than just, you're missing a bolt here 00:19:07.280 --> 00:19:08.320 or something of that nature. 00:19:08.320 --> 00:19:11.640 So that has slowed some things down, 00:19:11.640 --> 00:19:15.040 but they're getting it under roof at this point in time. 00:19:15.040 --> 00:19:18.980 So if it does rain, they can keep moving forward. 00:19:18.980 --> 00:19:22.080 Go ahead, next slide. 00:19:22.080 --> 00:19:23.920 And here's just some general pictures. 00:19:23.920 --> 00:19:27.120 Again, these ones are probably from January, 00:19:27.120 --> 00:19:29.280 just to give you an idea that the walls 00:19:29.280 --> 00:19:31.640 are basically lined up. 00:19:31.640 --> 00:19:35.200 They wanted to do all the sheetrock all at one time. 00:19:35.200 --> 00:19:37.480 So that's why you don't see the sheetrock in there, 00:19:37.480 --> 00:19:40.680 to just have the company come in and blast it 00:19:40.680 --> 00:19:43.640 and get all the walls put up at one time. 00:19:43.640 --> 00:19:50.640 Overall, right now we're about $97,000 short on our budget. 00:19:50.640 --> 00:19:53.680 So we're working to identify 00:19:53.680 --> 00:19:55.240 where we had a couple overruns. 00:19:55.240 --> 00:19:56.080 We wanted to make sure 00:19:56.080 --> 00:19:57.840 that we had all the technology in place. 00:19:57.840 --> 00:20:00.880 So we're gonna be putting all the wires 00:20:00.880 --> 00:20:03.200 and all the infrastructure in, 00:20:03.200 --> 00:20:05.080 and then some soft costs 00:20:05.080 --> 00:20:07.180 that we needed to add some tables and chairs. 00:20:07.180 --> 00:20:10.680 So we're working on getting that all identified 00:20:10.680 --> 00:20:13.040 and getting that ordered here in the near future. 00:20:13.040 --> 00:20:14.880 And then also trying to find some extra money 00:20:14.880 --> 00:20:17.640 just in case we have some additional change orders, 00:20:17.640 --> 00:20:21.520 whether it's be from the RFIs in the architect 00:20:21.520 --> 00:20:23.840 or the construction company. 00:20:23.840 --> 00:20:28.400 As of right now, originally estimation was April 8th, 00:20:28.400 --> 00:20:30.960 we're looking at May at this point in time. 00:20:30.960 --> 00:20:34.400 The big date that we wanna make sure this is open 00:20:34.400 --> 00:20:37.800 for celebration is Juneteenth for sure. 00:20:37.800 --> 00:20:41.800 We've kind of penciled that in as a grand opening date. 00:20:41.800 --> 00:20:44.040 We're reaching out to members of the committee 00:20:44.040 --> 00:20:46.960 to see if that's something that they would like to entertain 00:20:46.960 --> 00:20:49.280 or if we would wanna have a separate date. 00:20:49.280 --> 00:20:51.840 So we're coordinating efforts 00:20:51.840 --> 00:20:55.880 for that grand opening and dedication. 00:20:55.880 --> 00:21:00.520 And we also wanna try to tie in the mural 00:21:00.520 --> 00:21:02.680 at Robertson as well. 00:21:02.680 --> 00:21:04.560 Whether it's maybe during that week, 00:21:04.560 --> 00:21:07.760 it's a week of celebration or if it's on the same day, 00:21:07.760 --> 00:21:09.720 I'm not sure yet, but we're trying to figure out 00:21:09.720 --> 00:21:14.440 when we could have that ribbon cutting as well 00:21:14.440 --> 00:21:17.480 and try to get people back from the community 00:21:17.480 --> 00:21:20.520 that may even not live here for those types of activities. 00:21:20.520 --> 00:21:26.640 And Drew, Niki, do you have anything 00:21:26.640 --> 00:21:30.880 you'd like to add to that in regards to the status? 00:21:30.880 --> 00:21:34.120 - Just to go back to what you said on why we have, 00:21:34.120 --> 00:21:36.440 why there's so many delays, like Gary said, 00:21:36.440 --> 00:21:39.840 we had an original design engineer. 00:21:39.840 --> 00:21:41.960 They left out a lot of details. 00:21:41.960 --> 00:21:43.400 And so we're trying to find- 00:21:43.400 --> 00:21:44.640 - Excuse me, Drew. 00:21:44.640 --> 00:21:45.480 Excuse me, Drew. 00:21:45.480 --> 00:21:47.200 Can you take that down, please? 00:21:47.200 --> 00:21:50.240 - Yeah, we're trying to find all the pieces, 00:21:50.240 --> 00:21:53.000 the missing pieces to the puzzle. 00:21:53.000 --> 00:21:55.440 Our contractor that we have is really working 00:21:55.440 --> 00:21:58.160 to find those pieces and make everything work 00:21:58.160 --> 00:22:03.160 and really make that building just as wonderful 00:22:03.160 --> 00:22:04.120 as it can be. 00:22:04.120 --> 00:22:06.240 They're really trying hard. 00:22:06.240 --> 00:22:08.040 And that's why we've seen so many delays. 00:22:08.040 --> 00:22:11.240 A lot of it has to do with, it's not as simple as, 00:22:11.240 --> 00:22:12.600 it's just building a home. 00:22:12.600 --> 00:22:16.360 And this is something cookie cutter where they may build, 00:22:16.360 --> 00:22:18.760 especially with the developments that we see, 00:22:18.760 --> 00:22:20.480 every 10th house is the same house. 00:22:20.480 --> 00:22:21.920 So it's pretty easy for them to do. 00:22:21.920 --> 00:22:26.120 This is a true remodel of one building 00:22:26.120 --> 00:22:29.840 and add on a new construction of another 00:22:29.840 --> 00:22:32.240 and really how to marry those together and make those work, 00:22:32.240 --> 00:22:35.640 whether it has to do with electrical, HVAC, 00:22:35.640 --> 00:22:38.440 the civil engineering side where all the walls 00:22:38.440 --> 00:22:41.640 and roofing ties in together so there's no leaks 00:22:41.640 --> 00:22:43.280 and we don't have any issues in the future. 00:22:43.280 --> 00:22:45.200 So they're working really hard. 00:22:45.200 --> 00:22:47.560 We had a great meeting last week and came out 00:22:47.560 --> 00:22:51.640 with a lot of good features on how to fix this, 00:22:51.640 --> 00:22:52.920 that or the other. 00:22:52.920 --> 00:22:56.480 So I think it looks like we're really headed in the right path. 00:22:56.480 --> 00:23:00.720 Contractor did say they're shooting for mid to late May. 00:23:00.720 --> 00:23:02.400 That's their date. 00:23:02.400 --> 00:23:06.360 They just needed a few answers or questions answered 00:23:06.360 --> 00:23:07.880 from our design engineer 00:23:07.880 --> 00:23:10.640 that we've replaced the other one with. 00:23:10.640 --> 00:23:12.840 And so we're getting all those back this week. 00:23:12.840 --> 00:23:17.080 And so we'll be right on track across our fingers. 00:23:21.400 --> 00:23:25.680 - So Gary, you said that the cost, 00:23:25.680 --> 00:23:28.280 we are short, close to 100,000. 00:23:28.280 --> 00:23:32.440 And remind me, could you repeat again 00:23:32.440 --> 00:23:34.240 where we're looking to make that up? 00:23:34.240 --> 00:23:39.240 - So the difference is primarily some infrastructure for IT 00:23:39.240 --> 00:23:43.400 and some soft costs, so tables and chairs. 00:23:43.400 --> 00:23:46.040 So we're gonna be pulling that out of, 00:23:46.040 --> 00:23:48.640 we're looking at a couple project accounts 00:23:48.640 --> 00:23:52.160 that have some extra money in them that's not needed. 00:23:52.160 --> 00:23:55.520 So we're getting those cleaned up to move over to ALH. 00:23:55.520 --> 00:23:58.560 And then we'll probably pull some out of our operating budget 00:23:58.560 --> 00:24:00.320 to make sure that we have enough. 00:24:00.320 --> 00:24:02.600 If for some reason there's not enough there 00:24:02.600 --> 00:24:06.480 from a change order perspective, 00:24:06.480 --> 00:24:09.280 then we'll go to finance to get that money appropriated. 00:24:09.280 --> 00:24:12.800 - But it shouldn't delay moving forward. 00:24:12.800 --> 00:24:16.360 This is not a structural cost. 00:24:16.360 --> 00:24:21.000 - No, those costs are basically IT with wires 00:24:21.000 --> 00:24:24.280 and equipment, cameras, and tables and chairs, 00:24:24.280 --> 00:24:26.120 those types of things. 00:24:26.120 --> 00:24:28.760 We knew we were gonna be a little bit short, 00:24:28.760 --> 00:24:31.080 but we wanted to see a little further along 00:24:31.080 --> 00:24:33.160 just in case we had some change orders. 00:24:33.160 --> 00:24:35.920 So we were asking at one time as opposed to going back 00:24:35.920 --> 00:24:39.040 a couple of times asking for some additional funding. 00:24:39.040 --> 00:24:41.640 - Okay, and when we first talked about this, 00:24:41.640 --> 00:24:45.720 we talked about shade because those big windows 00:24:45.720 --> 00:24:50.720 are gonna be big windows in Texas. 00:24:50.720 --> 00:24:55.200 And so we were gonna look at, if I remember correctly, 00:24:55.200 --> 00:24:58.720 correct me if I'm not remembering details, 00:24:58.720 --> 00:25:03.120 we were gonna look at somehow generating some shade 00:25:03.120 --> 00:25:05.400 for those big windows in the front. 00:25:05.400 --> 00:25:10.960 - Yeah, originally we had all glass 00:25:10.960 --> 00:25:15.160 and we cut them back to smaller windows. 00:25:15.160 --> 00:25:19.320 But let me circle back around with Caroline 00:25:19.320 --> 00:25:21.880 to see where we're at on the shade for those 00:25:21.880 --> 00:25:24.880 so I can get you an answer. 00:25:24.880 --> 00:25:29.880 - Okay, and can you remind me why the atrium, 00:25:29.880 --> 00:25:32.040 Drew, can you go back to that? 00:25:32.040 --> 00:25:33.520 - Yes, sure, again. 00:25:33.520 --> 00:25:39.720 - Why the atrium or if, 'cause we had talked about 00:25:39.720 --> 00:25:43.520 small events like weddings, why that was facing 00:25:43.520 --> 00:25:48.520 that one, the terrace, why it's facing the basketball. 00:25:48.520 --> 00:25:55.640 - So I think I can help answer that. 00:25:55.640 --> 00:25:58.800 So when we went through all the public meetings, 00:25:58.800 --> 00:26:01.520 the main thing that they wanted is whenever, 00:26:01.520 --> 00:26:05.440 a lot of family reunions happen at ALH. 00:26:05.440 --> 00:26:10.440 So I can go with my family reunion and Nikki's kids can come 00:26:11.600 --> 00:26:16.600 and my kids can come and we can celebrate on the porch 00:26:16.600 --> 00:26:20.240 and our kids can play basketball and play on the playground 00:26:20.240 --> 00:26:24.480 and we can still see them and we're all in the same area. 00:26:24.480 --> 00:26:26.000 That was the biggest thing that we got 00:26:26.000 --> 00:26:28.200 out of all the public meetings, so. 00:26:28.200 --> 00:26:31.400 - I remember that now, is that shaded? 00:26:31.400 --> 00:26:35.120 - I need to go back and look at the design. 00:26:35.120 --> 00:26:36.360 I'm not for sure if there was, 00:26:36.360 --> 00:26:38.840 I don't believe there was a pergola over there, 00:26:38.840 --> 00:26:41.840 but I do know that's on the east side. 00:26:41.840 --> 00:26:44.480 So if you're having events in the afternoon, 00:26:44.480 --> 00:26:46.640 that sun will be down and you'll have the roof 00:26:46.640 --> 00:26:48.000 that'll help shade it. 00:26:48.000 --> 00:26:49.840 And that's something that we can always look at, 00:26:49.840 --> 00:26:52.560 if it's something that we need to look at, 00:26:52.560 --> 00:26:55.840 adding some type of shade cover on there in the future, 00:26:55.840 --> 00:26:57.040 we can do that. 00:26:57.040 --> 00:26:59.640 We really wanna hold what we have now 00:26:59.640 --> 00:27:01.360 and get all the funding. 00:27:01.360 --> 00:27:06.360 And so the FF&E, the furniture and equipment for sure, 00:27:06.640 --> 00:27:08.880 get that in there so everyone can enjoy that space 00:27:08.880 --> 00:27:12.480 other than it just being a blank, empty room. 00:27:12.480 --> 00:27:16.040 And so you probably know me by now, 00:27:16.040 --> 00:27:17.200 we'll figure out the funding 00:27:17.200 --> 00:27:20.680 and we'll figure out how to add things to it in the future. 00:27:20.680 --> 00:27:22.880 - Like possibly trees? 00:27:22.880 --> 00:27:25.760 - Yes, yep, planting trees. 00:27:25.760 --> 00:27:29.440 So we did talk about last week, landscaping. 00:27:29.440 --> 00:27:31.600 And so landscaping is in the plan. 00:27:31.600 --> 00:27:33.040 We kind of looked at taking it out, 00:27:33.040 --> 00:27:34.840 but since it was already in, 00:27:34.840 --> 00:27:36.960 contractors already purchased all the materials, 00:27:36.960 --> 00:27:38.520 we can't change that. 00:27:38.520 --> 00:27:41.160 But we can obviously look at planting more trees 00:27:41.160 --> 00:27:43.760 or doing other kinds of shade in that area. 00:27:43.760 --> 00:27:47.240 - So we did have a requirement to add so many trees. 00:27:47.240 --> 00:27:50.760 I can't remember what the exact number was per planting. 00:27:50.760 --> 00:27:52.200 - Yeah. 00:27:52.200 --> 00:27:56.840 - Okay, and my last issue or last concern was, 00:27:56.840 --> 00:28:00.440 we talked about a name change 00:28:00.440 --> 00:28:05.440 and talking with the neighborhood association there. 00:28:05.440 --> 00:28:09.080 Were we able to do that or? 00:28:09.080 --> 00:28:15.440 - We had one person that went through a former council member 00:28:15.440 --> 00:28:18.840 and brought it up at a council meeting. 00:28:18.840 --> 00:28:23.840 And then we had a second person reach out to Caroline, 00:28:23.840 --> 00:28:27.960 but we never received any formal applications 00:28:27.960 --> 00:28:29.400 for a name change. 00:28:30.520 --> 00:28:32.400 So as of right now, 00:28:32.400 --> 00:28:36.960 we're hesitant to put American Legion Hall on the building, 00:28:36.960 --> 00:28:40.760 just in case that was gonna be coming 00:28:40.760 --> 00:28:42.480 maybe shortly thereafter, right? 00:28:42.480 --> 00:28:44.880 When people start seeing it reopen. 00:28:44.880 --> 00:28:51.040 So we do not have a formal request or application 00:28:51.040 --> 00:28:52.520 for any name change. 00:28:52.520 --> 00:28:55.200 It's open. 00:28:55.200 --> 00:28:58.720 We have not gone through the formal process yet. 00:28:58.720 --> 00:29:00.440 We did get the applications. 00:29:00.440 --> 00:29:01.960 We talked about it. 00:29:01.960 --> 00:29:06.360 It seems like maybe it was December. 00:29:06.360 --> 00:29:08.400 I think we talked to park board about it 00:29:08.400 --> 00:29:10.560 and we had it scheduled for city council 00:29:10.560 --> 00:29:15.560 and with the delay in getting new council members seated 00:29:15.560 --> 00:29:18.720 and some other things that came up 00:29:18.720 --> 00:29:19.920 and the city manager leaving, 00:29:19.920 --> 00:29:21.920 it got pushed back a little bit. 00:29:21.920 --> 00:29:24.440 So Eddie, we have that on the agenda 00:29:24.440 --> 00:29:28.160 for what date as of right now? 00:29:29.720 --> 00:29:32.360 - For which one? 00:29:32.360 --> 00:29:35.080 - For the naming review with council. 00:29:35.080 --> 00:29:37.640 - I believe it was in April. 00:29:37.640 --> 00:29:38.760 Let me just double check. 00:29:38.760 --> 00:29:40.680 - I wanna say it's April 6th. 00:29:40.680 --> 00:29:41.520 - Yeah, I think you're right. 00:29:41.520 --> 00:29:42.880 I think it's April 6th. 00:29:42.880 --> 00:29:44.760 - So at that meeting, 00:29:44.760 --> 00:29:48.360 we were gonna present the applications that we had 00:29:48.360 --> 00:29:52.280 as well as the applications that were submitted, 00:29:52.280 --> 00:29:54.280 walk through the process with council 00:29:54.280 --> 00:29:56.280 to get their feedback. 00:29:56.280 --> 00:29:58.520 They'll have to appoint a subcommittee 00:29:58.520 --> 00:30:01.400 including members from park board 00:30:01.400 --> 00:30:04.640 and then see how they wanna handle that 00:30:04.640 --> 00:30:06.040 with public meetings, 00:30:06.040 --> 00:30:07.600 how many meetings it's gonna take 00:30:07.600 --> 00:30:09.800 to work through the process 00:30:09.800 --> 00:30:13.280 and then promote and advertise any additional comments 00:30:13.280 --> 00:30:14.720 from the community. 00:30:14.720 --> 00:30:19.000 So that's kind of like the first run with city council 00:30:19.000 --> 00:30:20.880 in regards to the new policy. 00:30:20.880 --> 00:30:25.080 So I fully expect some questions and some discussion 00:30:25.080 --> 00:30:28.640 on how they would like to guide us through that process 00:30:28.640 --> 00:30:33.440 in addition to how it's formatted in the ordinance itself. 00:30:33.440 --> 00:30:34.480 - It is April 6th. 00:30:34.480 --> 00:30:39.280 - And that is for the name change application 00:30:39.280 --> 00:30:41.160 that you have received. 00:30:41.160 --> 00:30:45.960 - Yes, and if we get any in between now and then 00:30:45.960 --> 00:30:48.160 and when that committee is seated, 00:30:48.160 --> 00:30:53.160 I'm sure we could add to that as well 00:30:53.680 --> 00:30:56.320 if anything comes through between now and then 00:30:56.320 --> 00:30:59.080 'cause I'm sure as there's more discussion 00:30:59.080 --> 00:31:01.800 and more in the newspaper and social media, 00:31:01.800 --> 00:31:03.440 some people may have some ideas 00:31:03.440 --> 00:31:07.360 and wanna submit some additional follow-ups. 00:31:07.360 --> 00:31:10.120 - And I know there is a Southeast Denton 00:31:10.120 --> 00:31:11.480 Neighborhood Association. 00:31:11.480 --> 00:31:13.400 Is it possible to meet with them? 00:31:13.400 --> 00:31:17.800 I can remember having a conversation 00:31:17.800 --> 00:31:20.360 and they didn't even know a name change was possible 00:31:20.360 --> 00:31:24.600 and that what provoked me asking the question. 00:31:24.600 --> 00:31:27.840 - Yeah, we actually, we're trying to meet with them 00:31:27.840 --> 00:31:29.560 every month or every other month 00:31:29.560 --> 00:31:31.080 just to kind of keep them in the loop 00:31:31.080 --> 00:31:33.640 'cause we have so many things going on in the park. 00:31:33.640 --> 00:31:35.320 And then we actually had a meeting 00:31:35.320 --> 00:31:38.240 with the neighborhood on Thursday. 00:31:38.240 --> 00:31:40.400 Unfortunately, there were only like three or four people 00:31:40.400 --> 00:31:45.240 there with all the 2019 road packages 00:31:45.240 --> 00:31:49.240 that are gonna be under construction in Southeast Denton. 00:31:49.240 --> 00:31:51.520 And then we talked a little bit about ALH 00:31:51.520 --> 00:31:56.520 as well as the new signs on the DCTA trail. 00:31:56.520 --> 00:31:59.600 So they did have that, 00:31:59.600 --> 00:32:02.640 but we certainly could share that with them 00:32:02.640 --> 00:32:04.680 and remind them that is an opportunity. 00:32:04.680 --> 00:32:06.520 - Thank you. 00:32:06.520 --> 00:32:07.360 - You're welcome. 00:32:07.360 --> 00:32:12.040 - What about the restrooms? 00:32:12.040 --> 00:32:16.200 Is there direct access to the restrooms inside the building 00:32:16.200 --> 00:32:18.880 or does everyone have to go outside? 00:32:18.880 --> 00:32:20.520 - No, there's two sets. 00:32:20.520 --> 00:32:22.360 - I can bring that back up if you want. 00:32:22.360 --> 00:32:25.320 - There's two sets and they're back to back. 00:32:25.320 --> 00:32:28.640 The existing restrooms that are on the north side 00:32:28.640 --> 00:32:32.360 of the building have the kind of like the garage door, 00:32:32.360 --> 00:32:34.480 the stainless steel roll-up door. 00:32:34.480 --> 00:32:37.280 That's right there where Drew is highlighting. 00:32:37.280 --> 00:32:38.680 And then from the inside, 00:32:38.680 --> 00:32:41.360 there's a men's and women's restroom 00:32:41.360 --> 00:32:45.360 for the interior users of the facility. 00:32:47.000 --> 00:32:50.200 So they're kind of using the same plumbing chase 00:32:50.200 --> 00:32:53.640 for both indoor and outdoor restrooms. 00:32:53.640 --> 00:32:54.600 - That's right here. 00:32:54.600 --> 00:33:02.920 - Any plan to put the signage 00:33:02.920 --> 00:33:05.840 now that you've got this nice blueprint 00:33:05.840 --> 00:33:09.320 or floor plan outside so that the neighborhood 00:33:09.320 --> 00:33:12.280 or the community people can see what's coming? 00:33:12.280 --> 00:33:16.760 - You're talking about the actual footprint 00:33:16.760 --> 00:33:18.400 in the drawing. 00:33:18.400 --> 00:33:21.000 - Inside or the outside of it? 00:33:21.000 --> 00:33:23.080 - We could definitely laminate it 00:33:23.080 --> 00:33:24.800 and put it somewhere on a board out there. 00:33:24.800 --> 00:33:27.640 We've actually have talked. 00:33:27.640 --> 00:33:31.440 If you see more of the road signs, 00:33:31.440 --> 00:33:34.120 there are four by eight sheets of plywood 00:33:34.120 --> 00:33:35.520 that will be white and say, 00:33:35.520 --> 00:33:39.360 this is a 2014 bond program for a road. 00:33:39.360 --> 00:33:43.720 We've talked about doing that for our construction projects. 00:33:43.720 --> 00:33:47.080 And truthfully, by the time we're so focused 00:33:47.080 --> 00:33:48.520 on getting the project moving forward, 00:33:48.520 --> 00:33:49.480 we forget about it. 00:33:49.480 --> 00:33:53.680 But example, Bowling Green or Joe Skyles, 00:33:53.680 --> 00:33:55.880 as soon as you take a playground away 00:33:55.880 --> 00:33:57.880 or a backhoe shows up 00:33:57.880 --> 00:33:59.680 and it starts removing the playground, 00:33:59.680 --> 00:34:00.880 we get a few phone calls 00:34:00.880 --> 00:34:03.480 'cause people start to get worried. 00:34:03.480 --> 00:34:06.040 And as soon as we tell them what's going on, 00:34:06.040 --> 00:34:06.880 they get excited. 00:34:06.880 --> 00:34:08.760 So they're excited about that. 00:34:08.760 --> 00:34:13.240 We probably need to do a better job of advertising that. 00:34:13.240 --> 00:34:16.440 I mean, it's also a good kind of thank you 00:34:16.440 --> 00:34:19.120 to the residents for supporting a bond project too 00:34:19.120 --> 00:34:21.840 and reminding them of what they voted on 00:34:21.840 --> 00:34:23.800 and what the cities promised them 00:34:23.800 --> 00:34:25.760 and what we're following through. 00:34:25.760 --> 00:34:28.280 So that's a real good comment 00:34:28.280 --> 00:34:31.080 and we'll make sure we get that going on our projects. 00:34:31.080 --> 00:34:36.440 'Cause we just started Joe Skyles last week 00:34:36.440 --> 00:34:38.360 and we had someone call immediately. 00:34:43.320 --> 00:34:45.040 - Did anyone else have a question? 00:34:45.040 --> 00:34:48.360 Wonderful, those were all really great questions 00:34:48.360 --> 00:34:49.920 and I have one of my own. 00:34:49.920 --> 00:34:54.840 So I see that you said the estimated completion date 00:34:54.840 --> 00:34:57.720 has changed to April 8th. 00:34:57.720 --> 00:34:59.680 - Yeah, it's mid-May. 00:34:59.680 --> 00:35:01.960 - And then, yeah, estimated opening is mid-May 00:35:01.960 --> 00:35:04.800 and that you wanted to work with the Juneteenth Committee 00:35:04.800 --> 00:35:07.760 to discuss like doing a grand opening. 00:35:07.760 --> 00:35:09.600 I also wanted to kind of uplift something 00:35:09.600 --> 00:35:12.760 that Ms. Francis had said is with the name change, 00:35:12.760 --> 00:35:14.640 maybe approaching the Juneteenth Committee 00:35:14.640 --> 00:35:17.040 and also asking them if there's a name 00:35:17.040 --> 00:35:18.600 they'd like to recommend 00:35:18.600 --> 00:35:21.080 and then they can formally submit that as a committee 00:35:21.080 --> 00:35:23.200 or as individuals from that committee 00:35:23.200 --> 00:35:28.720 to give them an opportunity to have some representation. 00:35:28.720 --> 00:35:31.360 I think that might be another really great way 00:35:31.360 --> 00:35:36.160 to work with the Juneteenth Committee at the grand opening 00:35:36.160 --> 00:35:40.280 if the name change were to be presented by them 00:35:40.280 --> 00:35:41.800 and that was the one that was approved, 00:35:41.800 --> 00:35:45.520 that could be a joint thing, that might be. 00:35:45.520 --> 00:35:48.560 - Yeah, but that's a good comment, George, 00:35:48.560 --> 00:35:50.240 that it'll be interesting this year 00:35:50.240 --> 00:35:52.680 'cause we had the original Juneteenth 00:35:52.680 --> 00:35:56.440 and then we had a grassroots Juneteenth step up last year 00:35:56.440 --> 00:35:59.360 because there was discussion about it not happening 00:35:59.360 --> 00:36:02.360 because of COVID and that was kind of like at the onset, 00:36:02.360 --> 00:36:06.680 really early on and they wanted to have that celebration. 00:36:06.680 --> 00:36:09.720 So a new group kind of stepped in and helped. 00:36:09.720 --> 00:36:12.760 So we'll reach out to the existing committee 00:36:12.760 --> 00:36:15.240 and kind of see where things are 00:36:15.240 --> 00:36:17.040 and then we'll definitely follow up 00:36:17.040 --> 00:36:18.240 with a new group as well. 00:36:18.240 --> 00:36:20.520 I know they started having some discussions 00:36:20.520 --> 00:36:23.280 with our special events crew 00:36:23.280 --> 00:36:26.960 before the governor came out with his announcement 00:36:26.960 --> 00:36:29.200 last week, last Tuesday. 00:36:29.200 --> 00:36:34.200 So I'm sure they are eagerly planning for this coming June. 00:36:34.200 --> 00:36:37.480 - I will say yes, they are 00:36:37.480 --> 00:36:39.720 because we are their fiscal sponsors 00:36:39.720 --> 00:36:42.480 and so I've already gotten a few invoices to pay off 00:36:42.480 --> 00:36:45.280 and they did receive hot funds for this year as well. 00:36:45.280 --> 00:36:48.800 - Awesome, wonderful, thank you. 00:36:48.800 --> 00:36:50.360 - We'll work through those details 00:36:50.360 --> 00:36:54.240 and as soon as we get our dedications 00:36:54.240 --> 00:36:55.440 and kind of grant openings, 00:36:55.440 --> 00:36:58.920 I'll make sure that you guys get, obviously, 00:36:58.920 --> 00:37:01.920 an invitation and appointment for those. 00:37:01.920 --> 00:37:06.120 - Wonderful, anybody have anything else 00:37:06.120 --> 00:37:07.520 on this action item? 00:37:07.520 --> 00:37:12.240 Okay, then we'll move on to items for consideration. 00:37:12.240 --> 00:37:15.920 B, which is to receive a report, hold the discussion 00:37:15.920 --> 00:37:19.080 and give staff input regarding updates to the amendments 00:37:19.080 --> 00:37:24.080 to the code of ordinances as modified by ordinance 19-2866, 00:37:24.080 --> 00:37:27.120 which is the revised absence provision 00:37:27.120 --> 00:37:29.200 for boards, commissions and committees. 00:37:29.200 --> 00:37:32.360 - That would be me. 00:37:32.360 --> 00:37:36.160 So, just a quick background on November, I don't know 00:37:36.160 --> 00:37:37.400 if you guys all remember. 00:37:37.400 --> 00:37:40.920 I know, Duly, you weren't here for that 00:37:40.920 --> 00:37:45.400 but if you look back, there was a park board meeting 00:37:45.400 --> 00:37:48.000 where members voted to submit the memo, 00:37:48.000 --> 00:37:52.720 which was written from Francis Punch, chair at the time, 00:37:52.720 --> 00:37:54.560 to the city and city council that will consider 00:37:54.560 --> 00:37:57.040 the modifications of the absenteeism policy 00:37:57.040 --> 00:37:59.640 for boards, commission and committees. 00:37:59.640 --> 00:38:01.840 And this is what the update is for. 00:38:01.840 --> 00:38:04.400 So, the latest update I have on that 00:38:04.400 --> 00:38:07.040 is the new boards and commission handbook 00:38:07.040 --> 00:38:09.240 was scheduled this month in March 00:38:09.240 --> 00:38:12.320 for city council review and consideration 00:38:12.320 --> 00:38:15.280 to amend the handbook, which included the presentation 00:38:15.280 --> 00:38:20.280 and consideration from that memo that you all voted for 00:38:20.280 --> 00:38:22.200 for city councils regarding the modification 00:38:22.200 --> 00:38:24.600 to the absenteeism policy. 00:38:24.600 --> 00:38:29.360 However, this time, this item got pushed back to April 6 00:38:29.360 --> 00:38:33.480 because there are several incremental weather updates 00:38:33.480 --> 00:38:37.760 from several departments that has to update city council on. 00:38:37.760 --> 00:38:39.960 And also this got pushed back because there's also 00:38:39.960 --> 00:38:43.400 a restructuring of city council work session items 00:38:43.400 --> 00:38:45.840 from six items to four. 00:38:45.840 --> 00:38:50.840 So, thus, this is the reason why it's being held in April 6. 00:38:50.840 --> 00:38:55.720 Now, I just spoke to Rosa, the city secretary, 00:38:55.720 --> 00:38:57.480 what the timeline is on this. 00:38:57.480 --> 00:39:01.560 Just say if everything goes smoothly, 00:39:01.560 --> 00:39:03.840 it's gonna still go on April 6. 00:39:03.840 --> 00:39:06.040 She will present the memo and also the handbook 00:39:06.040 --> 00:39:07.480 that you all voted for. 00:39:07.480 --> 00:39:12.480 It's up to city council to decide on what modifications 00:39:12.480 --> 00:39:15.320 they wanna make to the handbook and also the provisions 00:39:15.320 --> 00:39:17.360 to the absenteeism policy. 00:39:17.360 --> 00:39:21.440 And whatever they decide from there, Rosa would have to take 00:39:21.440 --> 00:39:23.680 all those modifications from city council 00:39:23.680 --> 00:39:24.760 and had to work for legal. 00:39:24.760 --> 00:39:28.320 So it doesn't, whatever they decide on April 6, 00:39:28.320 --> 00:39:31.040 what I mean, they, city council decides on April 6, 00:39:31.040 --> 00:39:32.920 does not take effect. 00:39:32.920 --> 00:39:35.920 There would be a future date on that because Rosa would have 00:39:35.920 --> 00:39:40.800 to work with legal on the little nuances on how the new 00:39:40.800 --> 00:39:43.720 amendment to the handbook has to be rewritten. 00:39:43.720 --> 00:39:47.360 Does anyone have any questions on that one? 00:39:47.360 --> 00:39:50.040 - So Eddie, just a quick add-on to that. 00:39:50.040 --> 00:39:53.840 So if a board member had any concerns about this item 00:39:53.840 --> 00:39:57.080 or even the discussion that we had last month 00:39:57.080 --> 00:40:00.320 about the timeline for new board members 00:40:00.320 --> 00:40:04.760 and voting in the officers, 00:40:04.760 --> 00:40:07.680 this would be the time between now and April 6 00:40:07.680 --> 00:40:12.400 to get with Rosa and provide or get with their appointee 00:40:12.400 --> 00:40:15.120 or council member to give them feedback, correct? 00:40:15.120 --> 00:40:16.040 - That is correct. 00:40:16.040 --> 00:40:21.800 So if you have anything that you would like to modify, 00:40:21.800 --> 00:40:24.240 you want your voices heard, this is the best opportunity 00:40:24.240 --> 00:40:28.520 right now because right now it would have been probably, 00:40:28.520 --> 00:40:31.680 I think, estimating it would have been last week 00:40:31.680 --> 00:40:33.120 that this should have been out. 00:40:33.120 --> 00:40:35.480 But now since it got pushed back for another month, 00:40:35.480 --> 00:40:36.560 this is a good opportunity. 00:40:36.560 --> 00:40:41.560 So if you guys wanna, not you guys, you guys and gals 00:40:41.560 --> 00:40:46.280 would like to look at the board's commission handbook 00:40:46.280 --> 00:40:48.360 and also things that you would like to amend, 00:40:48.360 --> 00:40:50.600 this is an perfect opportunity 00:40:50.600 --> 00:40:53.120 because it's not only your board as well, 00:40:53.120 --> 00:40:54.720 but it's also other committees. 00:40:54.720 --> 00:40:56.720 They're starting to feel some of the pressure 00:40:56.720 --> 00:40:58.720 of some of the absenteeism as well. 00:40:58.720 --> 00:41:02.880 And, you know, working during business hours 00:41:02.880 --> 00:41:06.320 while trying to provide their voluntary time 00:41:06.320 --> 00:41:09.480 to the respective boards and commission committees. 00:41:09.480 --> 00:41:12.120 So it's been a challenge not only for this board, 00:41:12.120 --> 00:41:13.640 but for a lot of boards, so. 00:41:13.640 --> 00:41:18.160 So that's the latest update. 00:41:18.160 --> 00:41:19.880 Sorry, I don't have any more updates on that, 00:41:19.880 --> 00:41:21.280 but I'm crossing my fingers. 00:41:21.280 --> 00:41:23.520 And so does, you know, Rosette, you know, 00:41:23.520 --> 00:41:27.240 it's all up to how city council wants to amend the handbook, 00:41:27.240 --> 00:41:28.080 so. 00:41:28.080 --> 00:41:32.040 - One last comment. 00:41:32.040 --> 00:41:35.400 So we, I know they are meeting virtually. 00:41:35.400 --> 00:41:37.360 Are we allowed to attend virtually? 00:41:37.360 --> 00:41:44.960 - So you can't attend, there's opportunities to speak 00:41:44.960 --> 00:41:48.480 at the beginning of the meeting, at the work session, 00:41:48.480 --> 00:41:52.000 at the beginning of the meeting and at for each item. 00:41:52.000 --> 00:41:56.720 So you can go online and we can have Eddie send out the link 00:41:56.720 --> 00:42:01.520 to where you can fill out your card, basically, 00:42:01.520 --> 00:42:05.400 and provide feedback or input on those items 00:42:05.400 --> 00:42:06.920 and how to do that. 00:42:06.920 --> 00:42:10.440 - Drew, do you mind if you go 00:42:10.440 --> 00:42:15.440 to the city council website real quick, 00:42:16.040 --> 00:42:18.480 the ones where they include the minutes 00:42:18.480 --> 00:42:20.160 and the council agenda. 00:42:20.160 --> 00:42:23.320 And I could kind of show you where you would see it, 00:42:23.320 --> 00:42:25.280 but I will send you a link as well. 00:42:25.280 --> 00:42:27.280 But just in case, if you do see it 00:42:27.280 --> 00:42:29.360 before I send out the link, you know, 00:42:29.360 --> 00:42:31.840 you would see the white cards. 00:42:31.840 --> 00:42:34.520 So they're called virtual white cards. 00:42:34.520 --> 00:42:37.160 Yeah, so on the very top, yep. 00:42:37.160 --> 00:42:40.720 Yep, keep going right there. 00:42:40.720 --> 00:42:43.680 Oh, you go down, upcoming virtual meetings 00:42:43.680 --> 00:42:46.080 with public comment opportunities. 00:42:46.080 --> 00:42:47.600 So those are the provided links. 00:42:47.600 --> 00:42:48.440 So as you can see, 00:42:48.440 --> 00:42:49.920 the Parks, Recreation and Beautification Board 00:42:49.920 --> 00:42:54.680 for today's meeting, that's where someone would click on, 00:42:54.680 --> 00:42:58.000 if they wanna fill out a white card, 00:42:58.000 --> 00:42:59.720 so they have a public comment. 00:42:59.720 --> 00:43:01.360 But you could also go there 00:43:01.360 --> 00:43:04.520 where it says speak at a public meeting as well. 00:43:04.520 --> 00:43:07.640 You know, it gives you a little bit of the guideline 00:43:07.640 --> 00:43:10.480 on how to, you know, click on the virtual meeting. 00:43:10.480 --> 00:43:15.360 So, but again, I will send out the link 00:43:15.360 --> 00:43:20.080 for the virtual meeting and also the white card. 00:43:20.080 --> 00:43:22.040 So you can fill that in ahead of time. 00:43:22.040 --> 00:43:24.680 But if you do see that, it's on the city website, you know, 00:43:24.680 --> 00:43:26.880 so, you know, you can take a look at that. 00:43:26.880 --> 00:43:30.480 - Thank you, Eddie. 00:43:30.480 --> 00:43:32.000 - Yeah, you're welcome. 00:43:32.000 --> 00:43:35.800 - Yes, and also I'm always prone to doing the phone call. 00:43:35.800 --> 00:43:36.760 You can also call, 00:43:36.760 --> 00:43:38.600 there is that number under the white card. 00:43:38.600 --> 00:43:40.560 I always call in and then they can even say, 00:43:40.560 --> 00:43:42.600 we'll call you back when it's your turn to be in line. 00:43:42.600 --> 00:43:44.800 That way you don't have to sit on hold for a long time 00:43:44.800 --> 00:43:46.440 and be heard in the meeting. 00:43:46.440 --> 00:43:49.080 If you're more prone to wanting to be heard 00:43:49.080 --> 00:43:53.280 instead of just your little paragraph being read. 00:43:53.280 --> 00:43:56.520 So I look forward to attending that April 6th meeting as well 00:43:56.520 --> 00:44:00.040 to hear what council's direction is going to be for sure. 00:44:00.040 --> 00:44:06.120 And are there any other questions for staff? 00:44:06.120 --> 00:44:08.080 Mr. Gary's got something. 00:44:08.080 --> 00:44:10.080 - I just think there were, you know, 00:44:10.080 --> 00:44:12.960 with just kind of a little bit follow-up 00:44:12.960 --> 00:44:15.120 of last month's meeting. 00:44:15.120 --> 00:44:22.680 I think Rosa was trying to find an efficient way 00:44:22.680 --> 00:44:24.880 to allow council some time 00:44:24.880 --> 00:44:28.000 to get new board members appointed. 00:44:28.000 --> 00:44:30.120 I think we've been very fortunate 00:44:30.120 --> 00:44:34.000 where we've had new board members appointed fairly quickly 00:44:35.920 --> 00:44:40.920 and start in, you know, August, September timeframe. 00:44:40.920 --> 00:44:43.920 I don't recall since I've been here, 00:44:43.920 --> 00:44:46.160 anybody really starting later than that. 00:44:46.160 --> 00:44:50.280 And Francis, please chime in if I'm incorrect on that. 00:44:50.280 --> 00:44:53.720 But I think there's always enough people 00:44:53.720 --> 00:44:55.880 that are interested in parks and recreation 00:44:55.880 --> 00:44:58.320 that want to be a part of it, 00:44:58.320 --> 00:45:01.040 where maybe some boards are a little more challenging 00:45:01.040 --> 00:45:03.600 to find people to be appointed to. 00:45:03.600 --> 00:45:06.640 And I can't speak for all the other boards. 00:45:06.640 --> 00:45:08.400 I can't speak for public art 00:45:08.400 --> 00:45:11.160 since we've taken that over this summer. 00:45:11.160 --> 00:45:14.040 We had two people that turned out, 00:45:14.040 --> 00:45:16.440 well, one person, actually they both resigned 00:45:16.440 --> 00:45:17.600 because of commitments. 00:45:17.600 --> 00:45:20.400 They couldn't be there during the daytime 00:45:20.400 --> 00:45:22.040 because of job commitments. 00:45:22.040 --> 00:45:27.240 And they were replaced pretty quickly as well, 00:45:27.240 --> 00:45:29.120 just as Mr. Dooley has. 00:45:29.120 --> 00:45:34.120 So it is an issue in regards to getting people 00:45:34.120 --> 00:45:37.560 to commit their time and volunteer, 00:45:37.560 --> 00:45:40.680 especially during the day we're trying to balance work 00:45:40.680 --> 00:45:45.240 and then family as well and be at a meeting 00:45:45.240 --> 00:45:46.520 and commit a couple of hours. 00:45:46.520 --> 00:45:49.920 So we realized that's a challenge. 00:45:49.920 --> 00:45:53.600 I think she was trying to find by mentioning January 00:45:53.600 --> 00:45:57.160 as an option as a way to provide some wiggle room 00:45:58.000 --> 00:46:01.560 for getting board members appointed. 00:46:01.560 --> 00:46:05.120 That may or may not be the best decision. 00:46:05.120 --> 00:46:08.000 I can't say it's worked out great for us 00:46:08.000 --> 00:46:10.360 to have people start, September, 00:46:10.360 --> 00:46:11.880 it's kind of like new school year, 00:46:11.880 --> 00:46:13.240 everyone's getting started. 00:46:13.240 --> 00:46:16.840 I can't speak for the other ones. 00:46:16.840 --> 00:46:20.920 So that's probably something that she's trying to entertain 00:46:20.920 --> 00:46:23.160 what the best role is for everyone 00:46:23.160 --> 00:46:25.960 and trying to get everyone started off on the same page. 00:46:27.280 --> 00:46:29.720 So I just thought I wanted to add that. 00:46:29.720 --> 00:46:32.600 I know the January thing may have confused people 00:46:32.600 --> 00:46:36.080 as an idea that she had. 00:46:36.080 --> 00:46:38.680 It's nothing that has been approved by city council 00:46:38.680 --> 00:46:39.840 at this point in time. 00:46:39.840 --> 00:46:47.160 - Okay, thank you, Mr. Gary. 00:46:47.160 --> 00:46:48.400 Does anybody have anything else 00:46:48.400 --> 00:46:50.120 to say about this action item? 00:46:50.120 --> 00:46:53.080 Okay. 00:46:53.080 --> 00:46:54.200 - I'm sorry, George. 00:46:54.200 --> 00:46:56.480 - No, not at all, please Ms. Francis. 00:46:56.480 --> 00:46:59.160 - That I'm glad you brought this information, 00:46:59.160 --> 00:47:01.200 Gary, 'cause this is new information 00:47:01.200 --> 00:47:07.720 because I was under the impression that it was a mandate. 00:47:07.720 --> 00:47:10.600 That's why we acted as such. 00:47:10.600 --> 00:47:14.360 So the fact that it hasn't been approved by council 00:47:14.360 --> 00:47:16.800 is new information for me. 00:47:16.800 --> 00:47:21.800 - The mandate was that whenever a, 00:47:25.320 --> 00:47:30.160 when a mandate is once the board, 00:47:30.160 --> 00:47:35.160 new board members are appointed or reappointed, 00:47:35.160 --> 00:47:40.000 that shortly thereafter an election should be held 00:47:40.000 --> 00:47:42.920 on the executive committee, the chair and the vice chair, 00:47:42.920 --> 00:47:49.600 which in our case has typically been around September 00:47:49.600 --> 00:47:53.640 or October once everybody is appointed 00:47:53.640 --> 00:47:55.960 and we're at a full board. 00:47:55.960 --> 00:48:00.960 What upset the axis this year was the fact 00:48:00.960 --> 00:48:06.160 that the election was delayed and council didn't, 00:48:06.160 --> 00:48:09.040 and then there was an extended election 00:48:09.040 --> 00:48:14.040 that that really didn't happen until January of this year. 00:48:14.040 --> 00:48:17.320 So at that point in time, 00:48:17.320 --> 00:48:22.320 we had to have the discussion about the new elected official, 00:48:22.600 --> 00:48:25.800 the new executive appointees. 00:48:25.800 --> 00:48:30.720 To make the matter more confusing 00:48:30.720 --> 00:48:33.240 is there's been a history in parks 00:48:33.240 --> 00:48:35.480 that we have done that by term. 00:48:35.480 --> 00:48:41.360 And technically that was incorrect. 00:48:41.360 --> 00:48:45.040 We should have been doing it every year 00:48:45.040 --> 00:48:50.040 whenever all the board members were appointed, 00:48:50.680 --> 00:48:53.960 which in our case was typically August, September. 00:48:53.960 --> 00:48:58.240 So we've done it on a two-year cycle. 00:48:58.240 --> 00:49:00.360 I think the two-year cycle had worked out great 00:49:00.360 --> 00:49:02.840 'cause it really gives the chairperson opportunity 00:49:02.840 --> 00:49:05.000 to get into a routine. 00:49:05.000 --> 00:49:07.080 But the way the ordinance is written, 00:49:07.080 --> 00:49:09.120 it should have been every year. 00:49:09.120 --> 00:49:13.840 So that's where we kind of have 00:49:13.840 --> 00:49:17.280 this temporary January appointment this year 00:49:17.280 --> 00:49:21.520 or February discussion since we didn't meet in January. 00:49:21.520 --> 00:49:24.800 And it was on the agenda for February 00:49:24.800 --> 00:49:28.640 to do the meetings itself, the calendar, 00:49:28.640 --> 00:49:32.520 as well as appoint a new chair and vice chair. 00:49:32.520 --> 00:49:35.640 So we had to get up to date 00:49:35.640 --> 00:49:38.680 because of the delay of COVID and the elections. 00:49:38.680 --> 00:49:41.520 And then we had to get back on track 00:49:41.520 --> 00:49:43.600 because of the actual ordinance stated 00:49:43.600 --> 00:49:45.240 has to be done annually. 00:49:47.280 --> 00:49:49.440 (silence) 00:49:49.440 --> 00:49:58.080 - Frances, does that help it or is that muddy the water? 00:49:58.080 --> 00:50:05.640 - I think at this point, it is what it is. 00:50:05.640 --> 00:50:10.640 And we've already voted in a new chair and vice chair, 00:50:10.640 --> 00:50:13.120 and we're ready to move forward. 00:50:15.000 --> 00:50:18.200 So in essence, to get back on track, 00:50:18.200 --> 00:50:23.840 I don't have, you know, whose terms are up. 00:50:23.840 --> 00:50:26.720 Frances, I know your term is up this year. 00:50:26.720 --> 00:50:29.040 You've served your six years, 00:50:29.040 --> 00:50:31.120 and then I'm not sure who else is. 00:50:31.120 --> 00:50:35.040 But whoever's term is up this coming summer, 00:50:35.040 --> 00:50:37.560 there'll be a reappointment. 00:50:37.560 --> 00:50:40.520 And then as of right now, 00:50:40.520 --> 00:50:45.040 we would typically do the voting for the chair 00:50:45.040 --> 00:50:48.680 and the vice chair around the September or October meeting 00:50:48.680 --> 00:50:52.920 once the entire board is appointed, 00:50:52.920 --> 00:50:56.960 just to get back into that annual routine. 00:50:56.960 --> 00:51:02.200 What Rosa had mentioned at our last meeting 00:51:02.200 --> 00:51:05.280 is possibly delaying that until January 00:51:05.280 --> 00:51:10.040 to make sure that all the seats were filled and appointed. 00:51:10.040 --> 00:51:14.800 And so that was an added kind of item 00:51:14.800 --> 00:51:16.520 that was up for discussion. 00:51:16.520 --> 00:51:18.400 That has not been approved. 00:51:18.400 --> 00:51:21.320 That was something that she was thinking might be helpful. 00:51:21.320 --> 00:51:24.720 There's goods and bads to it. 00:51:24.720 --> 00:51:30.880 So as of right now, until council changes something, 00:51:30.880 --> 00:51:34.640 it would be the vice chair and chair 00:51:34.640 --> 00:51:38.920 would be voting on annually after the board appointees 00:51:38.920 --> 00:51:40.520 are appointed and approved, 00:51:40.520 --> 00:51:45.200 which is typically that early fall, September, October, 00:51:45.200 --> 00:51:47.680 maybe even sometimes late August timeframe. 00:51:47.680 --> 00:51:59.400 - Okay, so then we know that if things move forward 00:51:59.400 --> 00:52:02.440 as planned with the April 6th council meeting, 00:52:02.440 --> 00:52:06.200 then legal will draft language 00:52:06.200 --> 00:52:10.120 to reflect a January annual re-voting 00:52:10.120 --> 00:52:14.520 of chair, vice chairs for all boards 00:52:14.520 --> 00:52:15.920 and commissions moving forward, 00:52:15.920 --> 00:52:19.400 which would also include terms ending 00:52:19.400 --> 00:52:21.720 and being reappointed in that January timeframe. 00:52:21.720 --> 00:52:22.680 Is that correct? 00:52:22.680 --> 00:52:26.920 - So unfortunately, Rosa couldn't be here. 00:52:26.920 --> 00:52:29.720 So I'll try to answer this the best. 00:52:29.720 --> 00:52:32.720 What typically happens whenever we propose 00:52:32.720 --> 00:52:36.120 an ordinance change or a developer agreement 00:52:36.120 --> 00:52:38.640 or whatever it is that's going to council, 00:52:38.640 --> 00:52:42.760 we draft up an AIS, which is basically a staff report, 00:52:42.760 --> 00:52:47.760 a contract or agreement and/or an ordinance and a resolution. 00:52:47.760 --> 00:52:52.800 And all of those are all tied together. 00:52:52.800 --> 00:52:57.000 The staff report basically explains some background 00:52:57.000 --> 00:53:00.360 and what we're asking for council, 00:53:00.360 --> 00:53:02.880 just similar to what we provide you. 00:53:02.880 --> 00:53:06.360 And then a copy of, in this case, 00:53:06.360 --> 00:53:10.080 it would be the ordinance for the boards and commissions 00:53:10.080 --> 00:53:12.920 and probably the manual as well. 00:53:12.920 --> 00:53:16.920 And stating that based off of discussion 00:53:16.920 --> 00:53:19.240 and things that need to be cleaned up, 00:53:19.240 --> 00:53:24.240 here are some recommendations that are being proposed 00:53:24.240 --> 00:53:26.320 for council consideration. 00:53:26.320 --> 00:53:28.080 And she'll walk through those 00:53:28.080 --> 00:53:30.080 and see if they have any questions. 00:53:30.080 --> 00:53:34.440 So it's important for you guys to provide that feedback. 00:53:34.440 --> 00:53:37.800 In writing, I think it would be good 00:53:37.800 --> 00:53:40.720 for your council member and even CCing Rosa. 00:53:40.720 --> 00:53:42.920 So she knows that that has been sent 00:53:42.920 --> 00:53:44.440 and she has a record of that 00:53:44.440 --> 00:53:47.200 so she could see what's being asked. 00:53:47.200 --> 00:53:51.520 So if that needs to be added or not, 00:53:51.520 --> 00:53:53.480 she can take that into consideration. 00:53:53.480 --> 00:53:59.360 I have not worked through an amendment to the manual 00:53:59.360 --> 00:54:00.920 since I've been here. 00:54:00.920 --> 00:54:03.280 That's typically handled by the city secretary's office. 00:54:03.280 --> 00:54:05.400 So I know she's been making a lot of changes 00:54:05.400 --> 00:54:08.160 since she's been here trying to tie things up 00:54:08.160 --> 00:54:10.640 and get things kind of back on track. 00:54:10.640 --> 00:54:15.200 So I would strongly suggest that you send your feedback 00:54:15.200 --> 00:54:19.440 of any of that, whether it's absentee policy, 00:54:19.440 --> 00:54:24.440 appointment of members, or even when members are appointed, 00:54:25.880 --> 00:54:29.360 however you guys feel should be amended. 00:54:29.360 --> 00:54:33.520 Now's the time to do that and get that on record 00:54:33.520 --> 00:54:38.400 so you could share your input to council and staff. 00:54:38.400 --> 00:54:43.680 It's similar to what we do with even like a park development 00:54:43.680 --> 00:54:48.080 where we go to a neighborhood and ask them for feedback. 00:54:48.080 --> 00:54:50.440 We design it and then we go back to them again 00:54:50.440 --> 00:54:54.600 and ask them, is this still work? 00:54:54.600 --> 00:54:58.480 And try to satisfy as many people as we can. 00:54:58.480 --> 00:55:01.160 Sometimes we can't satisfy everybody, 00:55:01.160 --> 00:55:03.600 but at least try to provide that communication 00:55:03.600 --> 00:55:06.680 and understanding of why or why not 00:55:06.680 --> 00:55:09.680 we kind of designed the park in that nature. 00:55:09.680 --> 00:55:11.800 This is kind of the same thing as the manual. 00:55:11.800 --> 00:55:16.160 Similar what we did with maybe the IPM manual 00:55:16.160 --> 00:55:17.280 that we put together. 00:55:17.280 --> 00:55:22.280 And that's constantly being looked at 00:55:22.280 --> 00:55:23.800 on how we can update it. 00:55:23.800 --> 00:55:26.360 How we find errors as we go through it 00:55:26.360 --> 00:55:27.880 and say, okay, that needs to be tweaked 00:55:27.880 --> 00:55:30.000 with the intention of going back. 00:55:30.000 --> 00:55:32.440 Maybe not every year, but maybe every two years. 00:55:32.440 --> 00:55:37.200 And obviously the environment changed, 00:55:37.200 --> 00:55:40.400 chemicals change, practices change. 00:55:40.400 --> 00:55:42.280 So it's a working document. 00:55:42.280 --> 00:55:47.000 - Yes, thank you, Gary. 00:55:47.000 --> 00:55:48.680 - And since we don't have a board member 00:55:48.680 --> 00:55:49.920 until after that meeting, 00:55:49.920 --> 00:55:53.520 we'll make sure that we get that in your Monday email 00:55:53.520 --> 00:55:55.520 to remind you that's on the agenda. 00:55:55.520 --> 00:55:58.720 That would probably be coming on the fifth. 00:55:58.720 --> 00:56:00.720 So we'll make sure that we get that 00:56:00.720 --> 00:56:03.480 maybe in the next two every week, 00:56:03.480 --> 00:56:07.720 since it's an important discussion that you guys are having 00:56:07.720 --> 00:56:11.120 to make sure that we send some reminders out to you. 00:56:11.120 --> 00:56:11.960 - Wonderful, thank you. 00:56:11.960 --> 00:56:15.840 And I'll be sure, I know I myself will send some questions 00:56:15.840 --> 00:56:20.200 and more clarifying questions to the city secretary 00:56:20.200 --> 00:56:21.880 to kind of gain a little more insight 00:56:21.880 --> 00:56:24.880 on what changes are being proposed, 00:56:24.880 --> 00:56:27.520 since I know that that is her duty 00:56:27.520 --> 00:56:28.840 and what she's tasked with. 00:56:28.840 --> 00:56:33.560 So I'll make sure to reach out to her to follow up. 00:56:33.560 --> 00:56:35.640 - And I take full responsibility 00:56:35.640 --> 00:56:39.640 because I didn't catch the one year annual. 00:56:39.640 --> 00:56:42.560 So I mean, I should have been at least the last one 00:56:42.560 --> 00:56:43.540 to catch that. 00:56:43.540 --> 00:56:46.360 And obviously it got by a lot of us, 00:56:46.360 --> 00:56:49.320 but I take full responsibility for that. 00:56:49.320 --> 00:56:53.320 And that's on me for not catching that earlier on. 00:56:53.320 --> 00:56:55.680 I know it's been a practice in our department, 00:56:55.680 --> 00:56:58.560 but that should have been caught sooner. 00:56:58.560 --> 00:57:02.000 - All right. 00:57:02.000 --> 00:57:03.600 - I have a question about the emails. 00:57:03.600 --> 00:57:06.000 Is it better that we have individuals 00:57:06.000 --> 00:57:08.680 or we write one as a group? 00:57:08.680 --> 00:57:10.100 Any thoughts about that? 00:57:10.100 --> 00:57:16.940 - I'm not certain if, and correct me if I'm wrong, Gary, 00:57:16.940 --> 00:57:18.840 I don't know if the parks board as a whole 00:57:18.840 --> 00:57:20.360 can send an email 00:57:20.360 --> 00:57:22.860 because that would mean like a quorum is communicating 00:57:22.860 --> 00:57:24.800 or is that allowed? 00:57:24.800 --> 00:57:26.520 That's a good question, Ms. Francis. 00:57:26.520 --> 00:57:29.600 - Yeah, I mean, can I answer this, Gary? 00:57:29.600 --> 00:57:31.440 I mean, based on Rosa's feedback, 00:57:31.440 --> 00:57:34.640 she says the fastest route will always be 00:57:34.640 --> 00:57:38.400 you're going through your city council appointee. 00:57:38.400 --> 00:57:41.920 You know, that would be probably the fastest route. 00:57:41.920 --> 00:57:43.480 I mean, you can send them an email 00:57:43.480 --> 00:57:46.400 and also see seeing, you know, Rosa as well. 00:57:46.400 --> 00:57:50.120 I mean, that would probably bypass, you know, 00:57:50.120 --> 00:57:54.440 any concerns about holding a quorum, you know, 00:57:54.440 --> 00:57:55.480 'cause at this point, I mean, 00:57:55.480 --> 00:57:57.680 you guys already took a stand on, you know, 00:57:57.680 --> 00:58:01.440 wanting to amend certain things on the handbook, 00:58:01.440 --> 00:58:03.520 particularly on the absenteeism policy. 00:58:03.520 --> 00:58:05.600 And if there's anything else, 00:58:05.600 --> 00:58:07.880 that's what was Rosa's recommendation 00:58:07.880 --> 00:58:10.740 'cause she can pretty much get their attention immediately 00:58:10.740 --> 00:58:13.120 and then also show up on the April 6th meeting, you know, 00:58:13.120 --> 00:58:15.080 to provide your concerns as well. 00:58:16.280 --> 00:58:19.080 I don't know if that answers your question, Francis. 00:58:19.080 --> 00:58:21.560 - It does, thank you. 00:58:21.560 --> 00:58:25.280 - Yes, thank you all so much for your candor 00:58:25.280 --> 00:58:27.320 and for your guidance, I appreciate that. 00:58:27.320 --> 00:58:28.800 And I also will be reaching out 00:58:28.800 --> 00:58:30.800 to my city council member and Ms. Rosa. 00:58:30.800 --> 00:58:35.080 Any other comments or questions on this item, everyone? 00:58:35.080 --> 00:58:39.280 - Just one quick one, 'cause I'm new at this 00:58:39.280 --> 00:58:43.840 and I'm catching, I'm breaking like out of that same fire hose 00:58:43.840 --> 00:58:44.960 that we talked about earlier. 00:58:44.960 --> 00:58:47.920 So let me know if I can do anything 00:58:47.920 --> 00:58:49.880 when I'm getting caught up, okay? 00:58:49.880 --> 00:58:52.480 But I got you guys back, whatever, 00:58:52.480 --> 00:58:54.800 just keep me in the loop and we'll make it happen. 00:58:54.800 --> 00:58:55.920 Thank you, George. 00:58:55.920 --> 00:58:58.120 - Thank you, Mr. Dooley, I appreciate that. 00:58:58.120 --> 00:59:02.600 And with that, we'll move on to our final item 00:59:02.600 --> 00:59:04.240 of thorough consideration, F, 00:59:04.240 --> 00:59:06.600 which is to receive a report, hold the discussion 00:59:06.600 --> 00:59:08.720 and get staff input regarding 00:59:08.720 --> 00:59:11.120 Denton Parks Foundation DPF updates. 00:59:11.120 --> 00:59:12.600 Ms. Brug. 00:59:12.600 --> 00:59:15.760 - Hello, everybody, happy spring break. 00:59:15.760 --> 00:59:21.200 So let's see, we had Galentine's Day in February. 00:59:21.200 --> 00:59:23.000 Originally we were thinking we would just 00:59:23.000 --> 00:59:24.840 kind of skip it over with COVID 00:59:24.840 --> 00:59:26.960 and I had volunteers who came to me and said, 00:59:26.960 --> 00:59:28.600 "Oh no, we have to do this." 00:59:28.600 --> 00:59:31.120 So we did it with a twist with Suzanne 00:59:31.120 --> 00:59:36.120 over at the chestnut tree and we just had a good time. 00:59:36.120 --> 00:59:41.040 We took a tour of Paris, it was a virtual tour 00:59:41.040 --> 00:59:45.000 and we got to see the Eiffel Tower and things like that. 00:59:45.000 --> 00:59:47.960 We ate delicious French food and just gabbed. 00:59:47.960 --> 00:59:49.680 We also did some fundraising 00:59:49.680 --> 00:59:53.080 and we raised a little over $1,700 00:59:53.080 --> 00:59:54.480 to be able to go to general funds 00:59:54.480 --> 00:59:57.080 and be able to put it towards whatever project 00:59:57.080 --> 00:59:58.680 Denton is most need in. 00:59:58.680 --> 01:00:03.080 I believe we'll probably end up putting that to DWIF 01:00:03.080 --> 01:00:05.200 to continue that effort and support it. 01:00:05.200 --> 01:00:06.480 And that was something that we mentioned 01:00:06.480 --> 01:00:09.120 to the women as well, is the campaign 01:00:09.120 --> 01:00:13.280 of raising more money and awareness about the DWIF art piece. 01:00:13.280 --> 01:00:18.280 So hopefully we'll get some more kind of action on that one. 01:00:18.280 --> 01:00:22.840 We also had our annual meeting with our board members. 01:00:22.840 --> 01:00:25.480 We've gotten some changes in our board of directors. 01:00:25.480 --> 01:00:27.120 We had a few step down. 01:00:27.120 --> 01:00:30.720 We also had a new one added from Denton ISD. 01:00:30.720 --> 01:00:32.600 Her name is Sarah Hallen. 01:00:32.600 --> 01:00:35.720 She's a teacher there and longtime Denton folk. 01:00:35.720 --> 01:00:37.840 So she'll be a good addition. 01:00:37.840 --> 01:00:40.040 And we still are looking for more. 01:00:40.040 --> 01:00:41.080 Sorry, I have a new puppy. 01:00:41.080 --> 01:00:43.920 I don't know if you guys can hear her whining, 01:00:43.920 --> 01:00:46.360 but we are still looking for other board members 01:00:46.360 --> 01:00:50.680 in the areas of technology, as well as in district one. 01:00:50.680 --> 01:00:52.440 And George, I need to follow up with you 01:00:52.440 --> 01:00:54.000 since our last convo. 01:00:54.000 --> 01:00:56.920 So those are really the main highlights. 01:00:56.920 --> 01:00:59.240 We are still trying to figure out 01:00:59.240 --> 01:01:01.480 if we're gonna do the home hop egg drop. 01:01:01.480 --> 01:01:05.800 It's just so different this year than last year. 01:01:05.800 --> 01:01:07.480 There's a lot more to have to consider 01:01:07.480 --> 01:01:09.560 because not everybody is home 01:01:09.560 --> 01:01:12.920 and people are just more engaged in outside. 01:01:12.920 --> 01:01:14.320 And so we're just trying to evaluate 01:01:14.320 --> 01:01:16.960 if the amount of effort that goes into it, 01:01:16.960 --> 01:01:20.280 if it's worth it for the amount of dollars back. 01:01:20.280 --> 01:01:23.440 We are also working on our fiscal partnerships 01:01:23.440 --> 01:01:24.600 and sponsorships. 01:01:24.600 --> 01:01:27.960 So we are sponsors for Juneteenth, Cinco de Mayo, 01:01:27.960 --> 01:01:30.560 Denton Area Ten Association, 01:01:30.560 --> 01:01:33.000 and then Senior Center. 01:01:33.000 --> 01:01:37.520 We've also recently added on 9-4-0 Disc Golf. 01:01:37.520 --> 01:01:40.600 So we are working with them to do some updates 01:01:40.600 --> 01:01:43.520 at the North Lakes Disc Golf Course 01:01:43.520 --> 01:01:46.840 and getting some sponsors to cover baskets and signage 01:01:46.840 --> 01:01:48.160 in the second area. 01:01:48.160 --> 01:01:52.360 And that's really what I got going on right now. 01:01:52.360 --> 01:01:54.280 - Just as a follow-up to Brooke's comment 01:01:54.280 --> 01:01:57.360 about the Disc Golf, David had a question 01:01:57.360 --> 01:02:01.360 at the end of our last meeting about signage at Disc Golf. 01:02:01.360 --> 01:02:03.880 And that's something that needs to be updated. 01:02:03.880 --> 01:02:07.000 So we're working with that company 01:02:07.000 --> 01:02:10.360 as well as the foundation 01:02:10.360 --> 01:02:14.560 in making sure that we're following our advertising 01:02:14.560 --> 01:02:18.200 and donation policy because there'll be sponsors 01:02:18.200 --> 01:02:19.480 on those holes. 01:02:19.480 --> 01:02:21.760 So we're working through that process 01:02:21.760 --> 01:02:25.760 and we should have some more information 01:02:25.760 --> 01:02:27.320 for you in the future. 01:02:27.320 --> 01:02:28.160 - Absolutely. 01:02:30.760 --> 01:02:32.200 That's all I got. 01:02:32.200 --> 01:02:33.280 - Awesome, thank you. 01:02:33.280 --> 01:02:35.400 Yeah, I'm so glad Mr. Gary brought that up 01:02:35.400 --> 01:02:37.800 'cause I think Ms. Francis and I both had that same thought 01:02:37.800 --> 01:02:39.480 like we need to remind someone 01:02:39.480 --> 01:02:41.480 about what Dave said at the last meeting. 01:02:41.480 --> 01:02:47.000 And yeah, so that would bring us to our concluding items 01:02:47.000 --> 01:02:50.320 for Mr. Duly and other folk that are new to watching this. 01:02:50.320 --> 01:02:53.400 Concluding items is an opportunity for you to bring up 01:02:53.400 --> 01:02:56.680 concerns maybe someone in the community or yourself may have 01:02:56.680 --> 01:02:59.520 that you'd like to hear some feedback on at the next meeting 01:02:59.520 --> 01:03:03.040 which gives staff an opportunity to do their due diligence 01:03:03.040 --> 01:03:06.280 and their research to answer some of those questions. 01:03:06.280 --> 01:03:08.040 For example, one thing I want to bring up 01:03:08.040 --> 01:03:11.040 for my concluding item is I wanna check in on Mr. Gary. 01:03:11.040 --> 01:03:12.440 How are we doing on that? 01:03:12.440 --> 01:03:16.520 Is it the parks rec and trail systems master plan focus group? 01:03:16.520 --> 01:03:19.760 I know that I fell down on my pushing people to join. 01:03:19.760 --> 01:03:20.720 How are we doing on that? 01:03:20.720 --> 01:03:21.840 Do you need some more folks? 01:03:21.840 --> 01:03:23.000 - So we do. 01:03:23.000 --> 01:03:25.560 So if you have some people you'd like to recommend, 01:03:25.560 --> 01:03:27.040 please email them over. 01:03:28.160 --> 01:03:33.160 Alana had sent over two youth and a professor at TWU. 01:03:33.160 --> 01:03:36.360 So if you have anybody you'd like to recommend, 01:03:36.360 --> 01:03:39.760 love to have those recommendations 01:03:39.760 --> 01:03:43.280 so we can get that group together. 01:03:43.280 --> 01:03:46.640 We are planning a public meeting 01:03:46.640 --> 01:03:50.160 and we'll send that advertisement over to you. 01:03:50.160 --> 01:03:55.160 It is going to be March 18th. 01:03:57.920 --> 01:04:00.000 At 6 p.m. that's all on Zoom. 01:04:00.000 --> 01:04:03.680 And that's just a kickoff to the public meeting 01:04:03.680 --> 01:04:06.240 and then we'll have a focus group meeting as well. 01:04:06.240 --> 01:04:12.160 So if you have some recommendations, more than merrier, 01:04:12.160 --> 01:04:15.120 love to have people engaged for sure. 01:04:15.120 --> 01:04:16.240 - And that focus group meeting 01:04:16.240 --> 01:04:17.960 will follow the public meeting? 01:04:17.960 --> 01:04:21.440 - We haven't set a date. 01:04:21.440 --> 01:04:22.400 - Okay. 01:04:22.400 --> 01:04:23.880 - Yet. 01:04:23.880 --> 01:04:25.000 - Wonderful, okay, yeah. 01:04:25.000 --> 01:04:26.920 - Because we wanted to make sure that we got people 01:04:26.920 --> 01:04:28.120 from you guys and didn't know 01:04:28.120 --> 01:04:31.720 if you were still working on all of that. 01:04:31.720 --> 01:04:34.320 - Got it, so search and send ASAP. 01:04:34.320 --> 01:04:37.520 - And remind me, are we sending, 01:04:37.520 --> 01:04:39.480 I do have a youth that I would like 01:04:39.480 --> 01:04:41.160 to throw his name in the hat. 01:04:41.160 --> 01:04:43.760 Do I send, remind me, do I send it to you, Gary? 01:04:43.760 --> 01:04:45.440 - Yeah, just email me. 01:04:45.440 --> 01:04:51.600 In that way there's no forum or quorum issues. 01:04:51.600 --> 01:04:54.960 Just send it to me and we'll add those people 01:04:54.960 --> 01:04:57.640 to the spreadsheet and then I'll send it out to you 01:04:57.640 --> 01:05:01.680 just as an FYI so you have the entire focus group. 01:05:01.680 --> 01:05:04.000 - Okay, thank you. 01:05:04.000 --> 01:05:07.160 - Wonderful, and then uplifting what Ms. Brooks said 01:05:07.160 --> 01:05:08.600 for Denton Parks Foundation, 01:05:08.600 --> 01:05:10.760 they're looking for a new board member 01:05:10.760 --> 01:05:15.680 who specializes in the IT realm and district one as well. 01:05:15.680 --> 01:05:17.040 Cool, I just wanted to lift those up. 01:05:17.040 --> 01:05:18.560 Anybody else have any concluding items 01:05:18.560 --> 01:05:22.100 or things they want added to the next agenda or questions? 01:05:22.100 --> 01:05:24.000 - Well, just one question. 01:05:24.000 --> 01:05:25.320 Gary, I sent you one name. 01:05:25.320 --> 01:05:27.280 You'll be contacting these people? 01:05:27.280 --> 01:05:28.760 Are you following up with them? 01:05:28.760 --> 01:05:29.600 - Yes. 01:05:29.600 --> 01:05:33.040 - Okay, and while I have the floor, Eddie, 01:05:33.040 --> 01:05:35.400 thank you so much for these emails you're sending out, man. 01:05:35.400 --> 01:05:38.360 I had no clue, there was so much going on. 01:05:38.360 --> 01:05:41.320 It's really exciting, thank you very much. 01:05:41.320 --> 01:05:42.440 - You're welcome. 01:05:42.440 --> 01:05:47.440 - On that, I wanted to get something kind of restarted 01:05:47.440 --> 01:05:51.040 that I think David had mentioned this summer 01:05:51.040 --> 01:05:55.000 and we had put together a spreadsheet 01:05:55.000 --> 01:05:58.880 on Smartsheet of all of our projects. 01:05:58.880 --> 01:06:02.840 And we had shared that and he asked for some description 01:06:02.840 --> 01:06:05.920 of can you give us a little more detail where that's at? 01:06:05.920 --> 01:06:09.320 Because sometimes it's hard for you guys 01:06:09.320 --> 01:06:10.760 to identify what that is 01:06:10.760 --> 01:06:13.720 if you're not living in that project. 01:06:13.720 --> 01:06:18.720 So Eddie has been working on a number of initiatives for us 01:06:19.640 --> 01:06:24.640 that are all in Smartsheet that will kind of feather up 01:06:24.640 --> 01:06:30.520 to a Power BI software platform 01:06:30.520 --> 01:06:33.240 that pushes it out onto a dashboard. 01:06:33.240 --> 01:06:36.160 So we are working to get that all finalized 01:06:36.160 --> 01:06:39.240 and get all of our facts in place 01:06:39.240 --> 01:06:43.840 regards to how long our trails are, how many acreage, 01:06:43.840 --> 01:06:47.480 how many parks we have that are developed, undeveloped, 01:06:47.480 --> 01:06:50.560 those types of things into a Smartsheet 01:06:50.560 --> 01:06:52.960 inventory database of everything. 01:06:52.960 --> 01:06:55.440 It sounds fairly simple, but it's been challenging 01:06:55.440 --> 01:06:58.680 because trying to get all of the facts 01:06:58.680 --> 01:07:01.160 as close as we can get them. 01:07:01.160 --> 01:07:07.320 So as soon as we get that finalized and get it cleaned up, 01:07:07.320 --> 01:07:10.240 we'll share and we'll give you an orientation 01:07:10.240 --> 01:07:11.760 on that as well. 01:07:11.760 --> 01:07:14.320 Eventually that will be public facing. 01:07:14.320 --> 01:07:16.960 Right now it's just internally facing. 01:07:16.960 --> 01:07:19.400 The city is working on a new website 01:07:19.400 --> 01:07:21.520 and that's been a little bit delayed 01:07:21.520 --> 01:07:25.800 because of COVID and ice and weather. 01:07:25.800 --> 01:07:28.000 But I think their goal was to have a new website out. 01:07:28.000 --> 01:07:30.720 Maybe it was by the end of the year, early next year, 01:07:30.720 --> 01:07:35.320 so we can have more information available to our residents. 01:07:35.320 --> 01:07:41.200 And we are also working with a trails map 01:07:41.200 --> 01:07:44.200 so people could have all the trails 01:07:44.200 --> 01:07:46.360 and how long they are in our parks. 01:07:47.320 --> 01:07:49.600 And hopefully that's a little bit more interactive 01:07:49.600 --> 01:07:52.520 than you would typically see as a normal PDF. 01:07:52.520 --> 01:07:55.200 So staff is working on that. 01:07:55.200 --> 01:07:58.200 And I did mention that we were placing 01:07:58.200 --> 01:08:03.440 the playground at Joe Skiles. 01:08:03.440 --> 01:08:05.320 We did replace the one at McKenna, 01:08:05.320 --> 01:08:08.280 but that construction to that park is underway. 01:08:08.280 --> 01:08:11.760 Drew's been working on that with a new loop trail 01:08:11.760 --> 01:08:15.400 in a new parking lot and moving some of that dirt 01:08:15.400 --> 01:08:18.840 that is leftover from Bonnie Bray around. 01:08:18.840 --> 01:08:25.600 So that's kind of those major things. 01:08:25.600 --> 01:08:27.320 And then Southwest Park that we shared 01:08:27.320 --> 01:08:29.760 with the board last month, 01:08:29.760 --> 01:08:34.760 it went back to the focus group on Thursday of last week. 01:08:34.760 --> 01:08:36.800 We didn't have a huge turnout, 01:08:36.800 --> 01:08:39.000 so we're gonna be reaching out to the members 01:08:39.000 --> 01:08:41.680 to try to get a phone call with them 01:08:41.680 --> 01:08:43.600 just to make sure that we get any feedback 01:08:43.600 --> 01:08:45.480 that they may have. 01:08:45.480 --> 01:08:47.520 And then our goal is to take that to council. 01:08:47.520 --> 01:08:50.640 As of right now, we've penciled in March 23rd 01:08:50.640 --> 01:08:52.520 to share that with council. 01:08:52.520 --> 01:08:55.600 And then if they have any major changes, 01:08:55.600 --> 01:08:57.560 then we'll start that process back over. 01:08:57.560 --> 01:09:00.600 We'll go back to the focus group with changes, 01:09:00.600 --> 01:09:02.240 come back to park board, 01:09:02.240 --> 01:09:05.360 and then go back to council for official adoption. 01:09:05.360 --> 01:09:09.520 And what that adoption means is that everybody agrees 01:09:09.520 --> 01:09:13.800 in moving in that direction at a date to be determined. 01:09:13.800 --> 01:09:18.760 So it's basically "on the shelf" 01:09:18.760 --> 01:09:23.400 until it comes up for a bond program discussion. 01:09:23.400 --> 01:09:27.680 We will have items to share with you 01:09:27.680 --> 01:09:32.680 in regards to feasibility of that project, 01:09:32.680 --> 01:09:38.040 as well as estimated costs in today's dollars. 01:09:38.960 --> 01:09:42.680 So we'll have that to share with you the next time 01:09:42.680 --> 01:09:45.520 we get that on your agenda, 01:09:45.520 --> 01:09:47.480 which will probably next month. 01:09:47.480 --> 01:09:52.720 And it's a big number. 01:09:52.720 --> 01:09:56.200 It's not getting cheaper to build things. 01:09:56.200 --> 01:09:57.720 It's getting more expensive. 01:09:57.720 --> 01:10:04.440 But it could be a really cool park. 01:10:07.080 --> 01:10:09.560 And it doesn't mean we have to build everything right away. 01:10:09.560 --> 01:10:12.400 It doesn't mean some of those things may never be built 01:10:12.400 --> 01:10:14.400 'cause our changes and needs may change, 01:10:14.400 --> 01:10:16.560 but at least it gives us some vision 01:10:16.560 --> 01:10:18.120 to start working towards. 01:10:18.120 --> 01:10:25.240 And then we had shared with you, I guess, 01:10:25.240 --> 01:10:30.160 probably in the fall on some of the properties 01:10:30.160 --> 01:10:32.680 that we are working on acquiring. 01:10:32.680 --> 01:10:37.680 We do have some that are not general public information, 01:10:37.680 --> 01:10:40.400 that there's some negotiations going on 01:10:40.400 --> 01:10:43.400 that would benefit parks and libraries, 01:10:43.400 --> 01:10:45.680 as well as some of our capital projects 01:10:45.680 --> 01:10:50.520 that need some additional land for those projects. 01:10:50.520 --> 01:10:52.840 But then there's also a number of parcels 01:10:52.840 --> 01:10:57.840 that we did share with you that are part of developments 01:10:57.840 --> 01:11:00.200 that are under construction. 01:11:01.040 --> 01:11:04.800 And a lot of those are around the Hickory Creek Trail area. 01:11:04.800 --> 01:11:08.760 And so we'll hopefully have something for you 01:11:08.760 --> 01:11:10.600 in the near future on those as well. 01:11:10.600 --> 01:11:16.960 And Razor Ranch, that's something that we presented to you. 01:11:16.960 --> 01:11:21.640 I think it may have been January, March, 2019. 01:11:21.640 --> 01:11:25.400 And they've built the park and we're still, 01:11:25.400 --> 01:11:29.000 we were waiting on feedback on the developer agreement 01:11:29.000 --> 01:11:31.000 to take that to council. 01:11:31.000 --> 01:11:32.800 The park is virtually completed. 01:11:32.800 --> 01:11:35.720 There's just a few minor things that need to be updated, 01:11:35.720 --> 01:11:37.960 but then a developer agreement to take the council 01:11:37.960 --> 01:11:39.800 to officially accept that property. 01:11:39.800 --> 01:11:43.200 And that's Razor Ranch property. 01:11:43.200 --> 01:11:45.040 It does not have a official name yet. 01:11:45.040 --> 01:11:49.320 - Okay, that's awesome, Gary. 01:11:49.320 --> 01:11:50.160 Thank you. 01:11:50.160 --> 01:11:54.960 - Okay, I have one item that I would like. 01:11:54.960 --> 01:11:56.080 I have a question. 01:11:56.080 --> 01:12:00.480 Is there a database that exists that chronicles previous 01:12:00.480 --> 01:12:05.360 or the history of board members for the city of Denton? 01:12:05.360 --> 01:12:09.920 - Good question. 01:12:09.920 --> 01:12:12.960 I know we have spreadsheets with people's names 01:12:12.960 --> 01:12:14.720 that we keep in an inventory, 01:12:14.720 --> 01:12:18.080 but I don't know if there's a mass database, 01:12:18.080 --> 01:12:23.040 but we certainly could merge those documents and create one. 01:12:24.920 --> 01:12:28.360 I think that would be a wonderful way to acknowledge 01:12:28.360 --> 01:12:31.560 the work that's being done by the volunteers 01:12:31.560 --> 01:12:36.560 that are giving their time for the boards for the city. 01:12:36.560 --> 01:12:38.880 - Absolutely. 01:12:38.880 --> 01:12:40.160 Eddie, that was something we could put 01:12:40.160 --> 01:12:42.640 in the smart sheet pretty quickly. 01:12:42.640 --> 01:12:43.800 - That's a fantastic idea. 01:12:43.800 --> 01:12:45.680 I really like that idea, Francis. 01:12:45.680 --> 01:12:46.520 Thank you. 01:12:46.520 --> 01:12:48.200 Yeah, I'll try to gather that out. 01:12:48.200 --> 01:12:49.840 I'm not quite sure where that's at. 01:12:49.840 --> 01:12:51.480 It might be in our hard drive somewhere. 01:12:51.480 --> 01:12:55.160 Not all, I'll reach out to a few departments 01:12:55.160 --> 01:12:57.360 like the city secretary. 01:12:57.360 --> 01:12:59.480 Maybe they might have an archive, 01:12:59.480 --> 01:13:01.320 but we'll try to get that 01:13:01.320 --> 01:13:04.440 and we could put it in a smart sheet or in Excel 01:13:04.440 --> 01:13:06.800 so we can start keeping tabs at those as well. 01:13:06.800 --> 01:13:09.040 And we'll be happy to share as well. 01:13:09.040 --> 01:13:14.920 - I think it'd be nice to have somewhere on our website 01:13:14.920 --> 01:13:17.000 so the public can access it. 01:13:17.000 --> 01:13:21.360 - Yeah, that's a fantastic idea. 01:13:21.360 --> 01:13:22.240 I like that idea. 01:13:22.240 --> 01:13:28.360 - Awesome, yeah, I look forward to the smart sheet, 01:13:28.360 --> 01:13:29.840 thus getting a new website. 01:13:29.840 --> 01:13:33.120 I love hearing that there's more virtual ways 01:13:33.120 --> 01:13:34.240 to access information. 01:13:34.240 --> 01:13:37.360 I'm all about that, I'm all about that transparency. 01:13:37.360 --> 01:13:40.040 Yeah, thank you guys so much. 01:13:40.040 --> 01:13:41.240 Is there any other concluding items, 01:13:41.240 --> 01:13:43.400 questions, comments, concerns? 01:13:43.400 --> 01:13:45.040 - I'm sorry, just one more thing. 01:13:45.040 --> 01:13:48.600 Just to kind of add to that, 01:13:50.000 --> 01:13:51.880 we have a database of people 01:13:51.880 --> 01:13:54.200 that are buried in our cemeteries. 01:13:54.200 --> 01:13:56.480 And I'm not sure if we've talked about this before, 01:13:56.480 --> 01:14:01.480 but we, as part of our public art initiative, 01:14:01.480 --> 01:14:05.760 and specifically the DWIF initiative, 01:14:05.760 --> 01:14:11.520 that is a engaging monument 01:14:11.520 --> 01:14:14.920 where people can open up their smartphones, 01:14:14.920 --> 01:14:18.720 scan an image, and it'll recognize, 01:14:18.720 --> 01:14:21.560 let's just say, George, there's a picture of you on there, 01:14:21.560 --> 01:14:23.200 it recognizes who you are, 01:14:23.200 --> 01:14:26.240 and it takes you to a video about you 01:14:26.240 --> 01:14:28.800 or something that you're involved in 01:14:28.800 --> 01:14:31.160 that can be linked to that. 01:14:31.160 --> 01:14:37.040 Long-term, I'd like to do that with our cemeteries. 01:14:37.040 --> 01:14:43.080 And this is not a short-term project, 01:14:43.080 --> 01:14:46.480 but as people do research 01:14:46.480 --> 01:14:51.480 on the history of Denton, our founding fathers, 01:14:51.480 --> 01:14:54.240 our military that are buried there, 01:14:54.240 --> 01:14:59.040 that research can be put into a database. 01:14:59.040 --> 01:15:03.240 There's a number of websites. 01:15:03.240 --> 01:15:06.560 Find a Grave is a public website 01:15:06.560 --> 01:15:11.560 that you can put pictures about a headstone and a person. 01:15:12.960 --> 01:15:17.960 So I'd like to use that platform or a platform like that 01:15:17.960 --> 01:15:22.280 to store information about our residents 01:15:22.280 --> 01:15:25.240 or people that have been buried in our cemeteries, 01:15:25.240 --> 01:15:28.160 whether they're famous or not. 01:15:28.160 --> 01:15:34.440 So if I passed away and my family 01:15:34.440 --> 01:15:37.520 wanted to put a bio about who I was, 01:15:37.520 --> 01:15:40.400 they could do that, put it on that website, 01:15:40.400 --> 01:15:45.120 and through image recognition software with people's phone, 01:15:45.120 --> 01:15:46.800 they could scan the headstone 01:15:46.800 --> 01:15:50.280 and it would take you to a Find a Grave website 01:15:50.280 --> 01:15:51.880 or whatever that would be, 01:15:51.880 --> 01:15:55.080 and it would be a summary of my life, 01:15:55.080 --> 01:15:57.680 maybe even with pictures, that type of thing. 01:15:57.680 --> 01:16:03.000 So we could preserve our residents' history 01:16:03.000 --> 01:16:05.000 and what they've done with their life. 01:16:06.520 --> 01:16:10.320 And obviously, we can't go back and get history 01:16:10.320 --> 01:16:12.440 on everybody that's buried now. 01:16:12.440 --> 01:16:14.760 We can do our best moving forward, 01:16:14.760 --> 01:16:17.880 but if there are still family members that are here 01:16:17.880 --> 01:16:20.680 that wanna write those bios, they could do that. 01:16:20.680 --> 01:16:25.320 So it would really take a lot of the community 01:16:25.320 --> 01:16:27.720 to step up and help with that. 01:16:27.720 --> 01:16:31.280 But at least if we could get our veterans going, 01:16:31.280 --> 01:16:34.080 I think that's a good kind of step forward 01:16:34.080 --> 01:16:37.080 of preserving that history. 01:16:37.080 --> 01:16:41.080 So that's something that we'd like to do long-term, 01:16:41.080 --> 01:16:44.760 and maybe it's a little bit at a time. 01:16:44.760 --> 01:16:48.600 And as technology changes, who knows what the options are? 01:16:48.600 --> 01:16:51.880 But that was something that we've talked about. 01:16:51.880 --> 01:16:55.400 - Okay, awesome. 01:16:55.400 --> 01:16:57.800 Thank you, Mr. Gary, for that update. 01:16:57.800 --> 01:16:59.680 Anything else, anyone? 01:16:59.680 --> 01:17:01.600 - Just one quick question that just occurred to me. 01:17:01.600 --> 01:17:03.000 That's a great idea, Gary. 01:17:03.000 --> 01:17:04.040 I like that idea. 01:17:04.040 --> 01:17:08.240 Are we in discussion with surrounding communities 01:17:08.240 --> 01:17:10.320 on this trail connectivity? 01:17:10.320 --> 01:17:12.000 Like I mean, I know we're pretty much connected 01:17:12.000 --> 01:17:14.000 with Hickory Creek down the rail trail, 01:17:14.000 --> 01:17:17.400 but as we move forward, 01:17:17.400 --> 01:17:19.000 are we talking to surrounding communities 01:17:19.000 --> 01:17:23.280 about even further connecting the area 01:17:23.280 --> 01:17:25.080 just outside of Denton? 01:17:25.080 --> 01:17:27.080 - Yeah, Drew, do you wanna take that one? 01:17:27.080 --> 01:17:31.720 - Yes, so we've sent out multiple emails 01:17:31.720 --> 01:17:34.320 to really all our neighboring cities. 01:17:34.320 --> 01:17:36.880 Gary and I did meet with the city of North Lake. 01:17:36.880 --> 01:17:39.480 They were the only ones to respond so far. 01:17:39.480 --> 01:17:42.800 And so with our trails and their future trails, 01:17:42.800 --> 01:17:44.200 they're moving north. 01:17:44.200 --> 01:17:47.760 We're moving south with Cole and Hunter Ranch. 01:17:47.760 --> 01:17:51.560 So we met with them to make sure that our future planning 01:17:51.560 --> 01:17:54.480 for the trails that will be at Hunter and Cole 01:17:54.480 --> 01:17:55.920 meet up with their trails 01:17:55.920 --> 01:17:58.560 as it crosses Robeson Ranch Road. 01:17:58.560 --> 01:18:00.800 And so we're meeting with them. 01:18:02.120 --> 01:18:04.080 Spoken with the city of Highland Village 01:18:04.080 --> 01:18:06.560 with a meeting coming up next month with them. 01:18:06.560 --> 01:18:08.000 We're both really busy. 01:18:08.000 --> 01:18:09.960 So we're trying to find time on each other's schedules 01:18:09.960 --> 01:18:11.280 to meet with them. 01:18:11.280 --> 01:18:14.840 And then we've met with the Green Belt Alliance, 01:18:14.840 --> 01:18:17.120 Texas Parks and Wildlife. 01:18:17.120 --> 01:18:21.440 We've met with how many cities do you think there are Gary? 01:18:21.440 --> 01:18:25.240 Eight or nine that we've met with the paddling trails. 01:18:25.240 --> 01:18:28.600 So we have interests with the paddling trails. 01:18:28.600 --> 01:18:32.080 Now we're trying to seek that interest with our walking 01:18:32.080 --> 01:18:33.800 trails and hiking trails. 01:18:33.800 --> 01:18:37.240 So we're trying to reach out to those cities. 01:18:37.240 --> 01:18:39.920 Some are a little bit more responsive than others. 01:18:39.920 --> 01:18:41.920 So we keep poking them. 01:18:41.920 --> 01:18:43.760 So eventually they'll answer us. 01:18:43.760 --> 01:18:45.760 - So I'm way behind on this conversation. 01:18:45.760 --> 01:18:46.600 So that's good. 01:18:46.600 --> 01:18:48.120 I was just asking. 01:18:48.120 --> 01:18:49.320 The only reason I was asking 01:18:49.320 --> 01:18:51.360 if it's one of my master naturalist friends 01:18:51.360 --> 01:18:54.040 is on the parks board in Hickory Creek. 01:18:54.040 --> 01:18:57.080 As I was trying to find somebody on the focus group, 01:18:57.080 --> 01:18:59.080 she said, oh yeah, we need to talk about this 01:18:59.080 --> 01:18:59.920 and this and this. 01:18:59.920 --> 01:19:02.400 'Cause I think they're deep into the paddling trails 01:19:02.400 --> 01:19:03.640 and the connectivity also. 01:19:03.640 --> 01:19:05.760 I thought, well, yeah, we need to connect 01:19:05.760 --> 01:19:09.840 with everybody around and get one massive trail going. 01:19:09.840 --> 01:19:10.680 It'd be great. 01:19:10.680 --> 01:19:13.280 - Then Gary and I met also 01:19:13.280 --> 01:19:16.120 with the North Texas Council of Governments, 01:19:16.120 --> 01:19:17.080 North Texas Cog. 01:19:17.080 --> 01:19:18.680 We met with them to make sure. 01:19:18.680 --> 01:19:20.520 We wanna make sure that they know what we're doing. 01:19:20.520 --> 01:19:21.800 We know what they're doing. 01:19:21.800 --> 01:19:24.240 That way everything is connected in the end 01:19:24.240 --> 01:19:27.400 versus sometimes when you see those roads, 01:19:27.400 --> 01:19:28.600 they don't quite line up. 01:19:28.600 --> 01:19:30.640 We don't want that in the case, 01:19:30.640 --> 01:19:32.240 five, 10, 20 years from now. 01:19:32.240 --> 01:19:33.080 - Exactly. 01:19:33.080 --> 01:19:33.900 I was just curious. 01:19:33.900 --> 01:19:34.740 So thank you. 01:19:34.740 --> 01:19:35.760 Good job, guys. 01:19:35.760 --> 01:19:38.640 - And TexDOT, I think we talk with TexDOT, 01:19:38.640 --> 01:19:41.760 you know, if not bi-weekly, at least monthly. 01:19:41.760 --> 01:19:42.800 So. 01:19:42.800 --> 01:19:43.840 - Thanks. 01:19:43.840 --> 01:19:44.680 - Yes, sir. 01:19:44.680 --> 01:19:46.120 - I just wanna have a comment, 01:19:46.120 --> 01:19:50.120 going back to Gary's idea of find a grave 01:19:50.120 --> 01:19:51.560 and starting with the veterans. 01:19:51.560 --> 01:19:55.280 I know that that's gonna be, 01:19:55.280 --> 01:19:58.320 that grave sites are gonna be a sticky issue for, 01:19:58.320 --> 01:20:02.400 that graveyard just left my head. 01:20:02.400 --> 01:20:06.400 And Southeast didn't. 01:20:06.400 --> 01:20:07.240 - Oakwood, Oakwood. 01:20:07.240 --> 01:20:08.440 - Yes. 01:20:08.440 --> 01:20:13.080 I know that's gonna be a sticky subject for them, 01:20:13.080 --> 01:20:14.440 but I do agree. 01:20:14.440 --> 01:20:15.760 It's a wonderful idea. 01:20:15.760 --> 01:20:17.440 I know the technology exists. 01:20:17.440 --> 01:20:21.160 I've been to an art exhibit where that occurred. 01:20:22.560 --> 01:20:27.360 And it sounds like a graduate student project. 01:20:27.360 --> 01:20:28.760 Find a grave app. 01:20:28.760 --> 01:20:29.840 Just give me credit. 01:20:29.840 --> 01:20:31.760 - Yeah. 01:20:31.760 --> 01:20:34.760 I think we can work something out. 01:20:34.760 --> 01:20:38.280 - Well, wonderful. 01:20:38.280 --> 01:20:39.320 Does anybody have anything else 01:20:39.320 --> 01:20:41.720 they'd like to say, comment, questions, concerns? 01:20:41.720 --> 01:20:44.720 All righty. 01:20:44.720 --> 01:20:47.720 Well, that is the end of our concluding items. 01:20:47.720 --> 01:20:49.840 I'd like to thank everyone present today, 01:20:49.840 --> 01:20:53.360 staff and board members, and we will, 01:20:53.360 --> 01:20:58.360 our next meeting is set for Monday, April 12th. 01:20:58.360 --> 01:21:02.920 And I look forward to seeing you all. 01:21:02.920 --> 01:21:03.760 And as of now, 01:21:03.760 --> 01:21:06.320 I would like to entertain someone to motion 01:21:06.320 --> 01:21:07.760 that we adjourn the meeting. 01:21:07.760 --> 01:21:11.720 - So moved. 01:21:11.720 --> 01:21:12.560 - Thank you, Mr. Francis. 01:21:12.560 --> 01:21:13.520 Can I get a second? 01:21:13.520 --> 01:21:15.600 - I'll second. 01:21:15.600 --> 01:21:18.880 - All right, all in favor, say hi or raise your hand. 01:21:18.880 --> 01:21:19.720 - Awesome. 01:21:19.720 --> 01:21:20.720 And with that, we adjourn the meeting. 01:21:20.720 --> 01:21:21.640 Thank you all so much. 01:21:21.640 --> 01:21:22.480 Take care. 01:21:22.480 --> 01:21:23.400 See you soon. 01:21:23.400 --> 01:21:24.240 - Thanks everyone. 01:21:24.240 --> 01:21:25.080 - Bye. 01:21:25.080 --> 01:21:25.920 - Thank you.