09/10/2018 - Minutes I
City of Tigard
Park & Recreation Advisory Board Minutes
The purpose of the Park and Recreation Advisory Board is to advise and
advocate for park and recreation opportunities for a growing Tigard.
MEETING DATE: September 10, 2018 5:30 — 8 p.m.
MEETING LOCATION: Tigard Public Works Auditorium, 8777 SW Burnham St.
Members: Present
Dave Brown Yes
Claudia Ciobanu Yes
Wayne Gross Yes
Ben Holmes Yes
Tristan Irvin No
Ellen Seminara Yes
Scott Winkels Yes
Other:
Darlene Dick Yes Alternate
Sean Ernes Yes Alternate
Tom Anderson No Council Liaison
City of Tigard Staff Present:
Michelle Wright Assistant Public Works Director
Steve Martin Public Works Division Manager
Martin McKnight Parks Supervisor
Anthony Markey Recreation Coordinator
Sue Billings Recorder
Audience: Neal Brown, Chris Garsteck
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1. Call to Order and Roll Call
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Wayne Gross.
2. Approval of Minutes:July 9, and August 13, 2018
• Dave Brown moved to approve the July 9, 2018 meeting minutes. Ben Holmes seconded the
motion. The minutes were approved by a vote of the board members present with Wayne
Gross, Scott Winkels, Dave Brown, and Ben Holmes voting yes. Claudia Ciobanu and Ellen
Seminara abstained.
• Ellen Seminara moved to approve the August 13, 2018 meeting minutes. Dave Brown
seconded the motion. The minutes were approved by a vote of the board members present
with Wayne Gross, Claudia Ciobanu, Ellen Seminara, and Dave Brown voting yes. Scott
Winkels, and Ben Holmes abstained.
3. Comments from the Audience
• Neal Brown shared information regarding the Tigard Parks System Development Charge; he
would like to know how the funds are maintained, and where the funds are being used.
• Chris Garsteck inquired about; Flyers for the upcoming Howl O' Ween Canine Costume
Contest, the timeline for completion of the Potso Dog Park parking lot, and tree
replacement planting at Potso Dog Park.
4. Presentation on the Universal Plaza Concept
Sean Farrelly, Redevelopment Project Manager for the City of Tigard, shared a presentation
on the Universal Plaza Concept. The name "Universal" Plaza represents the universe we live
in and the universal access for the community. The theme of, earth, wind, fire, and water,
would be represented in different features throughout the plaza.
5. Update on Park and Recreation Fee (PARF)
PRAB members discussed going to the next city council meeting in September or October, to
voice their opinion regarding Park and Recreation Fee (PARD changes.
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6. Discussion on Park Plan Approvals
■ Mr. Martin shared how new parks in Planned Developments are currently reviewed by the
City of Tigard, using the parks at River Terrace as an example.
• It was discussed how to include PRAB members in the reviewing process of the Planned
Development parks, to give them the opportunity to make comments, and suggestions,
prior to their final approval by the city.
7. Parks and Recreation Updates
Mr. McKnight gave the following updates:
• Construction of the shelter and restroom area at Dirksen Nature Park is progressing.
• Preparing for Clean Water Service's sewer project that will be coming through Cook Park
to begin this fall. Parking will be limited in Cook Park from mid-October through March,
or April.
• Met with Lieutenant Eskew to discuss how to address some of the homeless issues in our
city parks.
• Working closely with Little League to find fields for play while construction is going on.
Mr. Markey gave the following updates:
• Recap of Recreation Classes
Year 2016-2017 2017-2018
Revenue Approx. $10,000 Approx. $21,000
Classes 50 70
Cancelled Classes 10 7
• A two page ad for recreation programs is in Tigard Life mailer, and the new activity guide
is about to be mailed out next week.
• Recap of Scholarship
Year 01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017 01/01/2018 to Present
Scholarships Awarded 11
Amount Awarded $900 $5575
Award Amount Used $300 (approx.) $2000
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8. Discussion of Transient Lodging Tax
There was no discussion of this item.
9. Recap of August Meeting/Park Tour
PRAB members will send any thoughts to Mr. Martin.
10.Executive Session
An executive session was held not held.
11. Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 9:04 p.m.
Next Meetings:
PRAB Meeting October 8, 2018 —Tigard Public Works Auditorium
Sue Billings, Recorder
Attest:
Wayne dross, Chairman
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