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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-09-10 PARC MinutesDraft Minutes❑ Approved Minutes® Approved Date: 10/08/2024 General Manager McGrath stated that there were 119 staff members hired for the summer, and most of them were teenagers. She also pointed out that all three independent lifeguard audits were positive experiences. General Manager McGrath stated that there were 78 total rescues this year. One gentleman and an 18-month infant were briefly nonconscious, but the staff did what they were trained to do. There is a need for translating, to avoid language barriers. There were 48,844 concessions items sold, which included over 8,000 slices of pizza, 4,300 ice-cream cookie sandwiches, 3,500 fresh fruit smoothies, and over 6,000 pretzels. The total revenue for concessions was $152,767 through two small windows. General Manager McGrath stated that a discount pass was offered for the first time this summer, and the plan is to expand on it. Season pass sales were down, and the discount pass was a good addition. General Manager McGrath stated that the weather had a tremendous impact on attendance. This year there were 24 days with 1,000 or more visitors. Last year there were 47 days with 1,000 or more visitors. This year, there were seven days with 2,000 or more visitors. Last year, there were only two days with 2,000 or more visitors. This year there were 17 days with 500 or less visitors and there were three full days without being open at all. There were numerous days with a delayed opening. She stated that an average revenue day is $25,000. General Manager McGrath reminded the Commissioners that there is a plan being developed to replace the filter room equipment and all upgrades will meet revised statue building codes. Also, as a capital improvement project, more furniture was added. General Manager McGrath stated that Edinborough Park has a play park side and a pool and track side. Bright and colorful seating has been installed in the play park side and the pool filter needs to be replaced on the pool and track side. Commissioner Kane asked if any consideration has been given to concession passes. Staff will research feasibility. There was discussion about the training and recognition of the lifeguards. The conversation shifted to Kids' Club attendance connection and creative solutions for the concession lines were offered. 6. Community Comment None 7. Reports/Recommendations 7.1 2025 Commission Work Plan Development Staff Liaison Vetter informed the Commission that it is time to finalize the 2025 Work Plan. The finalized 2025 Work Plan will be presented to the City Council on Oct. 1, 2024. It is important that every proposal that makes it into the 2025 Work Plan has Commission support evidenced by willingness to serve on the various initiatives. Draft Minutes❑ Approved Minutes® Approved Date: 10/08/2024 Vice -Chair Pfuhl reviewed the six work plan initiative ideas. 1. Continuation: Review and Comment on Braemar Arena Implementation The recommendation for architectural and engineering services will be recommended at the next City Council meeting. 2. Continuation: Review and compare park shelter building amenities and functions 3. New - Review the 2016 Parks & Recreation Strategy Plan content, identify key study areas to include in upcoming 2026 update for topics, research and potential data collection. This plan comes ahead of the Comprehensive Plan for the purpose of overall planning for the city. The Parks & Recreation Commission will evaluate what has been accomplished and what still needs to be accomplished. 4. New — Research and if feasible, develop action plan or further research of no more than two Alternative Funding Strategies (2023 Work Plan item) to progress that initiative. There are about 15 Alternative Funding Strategies in place. The one that needs the most attention is the philanthropic efforts. City staff is not allowed by State Statute to ask people for money, there needs to be a legal organized effort to connect the City with the generosity of the community. S. New — Review Climate Action Plan memo from Energy and Environment Commission. The Parks & Recreation Commission would evaluate the Climate Action Plan and determine what efforts could be folded into Parks & Recreation. The conversation shifted to the use of solar lights for Pamela Park. There was a suggestion to incorporate this item with the second item (park shelter building amenities). Additional conversation ensued. 6. New— Review Parks Strategic Plan implementation framework. As it was discussed there was very little interest in this initiative. There was consensus to use the first five Initiatives for the 2025 Work Plan and to adjust the wording on the fifth item. Motion made by Pettit to accept the Work Plan initiative for 2025. Motion seconded by Garazatua. Roll call vote. Motion carried. Commissioner Pettit requested to serve on Initiatives three and five. Commissioner Spanhake requested to serve on Initiatives one and two. Commissioner Pfuhl requested to serve on Initiatives three and four. Draft Minutes❑ Approved Minutes® Approved Date: 10/08/2024 Commissioner Weaver requested to serve on Initiatives three and two and noted he is happy to lead on Initiative three. Commissioner Kane requested to serve on Initiative one and three. Commissioner Welsh requested to serve on Initiatives two, three, and five. Commissioner Garazatua requested to serve on Initiatives two and five. 8. Chair and Member Comments Commissioner Welsh updated the Commission on her draft response to the resident who requested a splash pad be installed. 9. Staff Comments 9.1 Upcoming Meetings and Events Staff Liaison Vetter gave the following updates: • On Wednesday, Sept. 4 there was a great ribbon -cutting ceremony for the mountain bike path. • The Energy and Environment Commission is requesting that the Parks & Recreation Commission spread the word that they are creating a Tree Recognition Program, and they are requesting that people submit their favorite trees in the city. Additional information can be found on Better Together. Public and private trees can be nominated. • The October meeting is on a Tuesday, Oct. 8. The November meeting is on Wednesday. Nov. 13, and the December meeting is on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024. 10. Adjournment Motion made by Weaver to adjourn the Sept. 10, 2024, meeting at 8:35 p.m. Motion seconded by Garazatua. Meeting adjourned.