Chair Stinnett called the meeting to order at 5:36 p.m.

PRESENT:

Jack Stinnett, Chair Sue Bishop, Vice Chair Dana Hallin, Member Valerie Pullara, Member Clifton Wickstrom, Member

EXCUSED:

Mary Kay Durfee, Member John Hickey, Member

ALSO PRESENT:
Mary Snider, Town Councilmember
Kristy Diaz-Trahan, Parks & Recreation Director
Adam Wade, Bicycle Advisory Board

Resident John Scheuring spoke regarding:

1) Sustaining habitat and bird life in our parks in coordination with the activities. 
2) Improving the balance between park maintenance for all user groups.

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MOTION: A motion was made by Vice Chair Bishop and seconded by Member Pullara to approve the minutes as written.

MOTION carried, 5-0.

Parks & Recreation Director Kristy Diaz-Trahan reported on the following:
- It will be on Thursday, July 4th at James D. Kriegh Park.
- There will be fireworks hosted by Hilton El Conquistador.
- Pool admission will be discounted and the pool will host activities.
- Park activities include a rock wall, inflatables, arts and crafts, face painting, bands and food trucks.
- Parking will be at Canyon Del Oro High School and at the Calle Concordia north lot.
- 2,000 attendees are anticipated.
- Efforts stem from the Economic Development office and Parks & Recreation.

a.	NARANJA PARK IMPROVEMENTS

Chair Stinnett recalled at the last meeting, the group debated whether to have a total master plan or a Naranja park plan. The committee now prefers a master plan. The group has received resident feedback regarding the archery range. He stated that the range is a potential liability to the Town and that target placements need to be reviewed and it would be necessary to restrict people entering from the north. Member Wickstrom added that archery associations may be of assistance regarding range and distance data and there should be a barrier for the risk zone. Signage is also needed for people approaching the archery range. 

Member Wickstrom plans to meet with Planning & Zoning Director David Williams regarding the Environmentally Sensitive Lands issue and designations at Naranja Park.

Ms. Diaz-Trahan explained that there are way-finding signs, archery zone orb signs and large signs alerting the public that they are entering the archery range. There are key trails where park users enter and exit a shared use area when the archer is going from one target to the next. It is not a restricted area but the signage is continually reviewed. Member Pullara suggested having the Monterra Vista HOA include information in the newsletter. Ms. Diaz-Trahan and Parks Manager James Gardner will look into this issue and determine recommendations to increase comfort level of target locations. 

Member Pullara distributed a document including objectives of a Parks and Recreation master plan and how the Naranja Park Plan folds into that plan including trails, recreation programming and arts. The objective is to support the comprehensive master plan and to allow the voters input from the General Plan. Focus areas are community service and strategic plan strategy to develop a comprehensive Parks & Recreation master plan. A master plan task force should develop and write a plan with staff assistance. 

Ms. Diaz-Trahan stated that the budget and the direction of the Town Manager and Council was focused on the Naranja Park Master Plan over the next fiscal year. She recommended that the board reframe some of the initial work and focus on the Naranja Park Update. Member Pullara commented that the plan should be on one blueprint with an overall picture.

Chair Stinnett suggested that the group review how to integrate Naranja and the master plan and this should be voted on at the next meeting.

b.	TRAILS & SHARED USE PATHS

Chair Stinnett explained that in the strategic plan, the Town Council wanted Oro Valley to become more bicycle friendly. Pima County Bicycle Advisory Committee Member Adam Wade is a member of this committee. Member Hickey is looking for ways to integrate road building and safe underpasses. Multimodal Coordinator Nancy Ellis is updating the Bicycle Plan this fall. They plan to meet with Pima County in late 2014. Councilmember Snider pointed out that Pima County designations already exist in the work plan. Chair Stinnett stated that the other area of interest is west of Oro Valley along Tangerine. There are 2-3 miles from La Canada to Thornydale where Tangerine has no bike lanes. Improvements there would allow a tie into Tangerine to Twin Peaks Road.

Development & Infrastructure Services Director Paul Keesler added that the Tangerine Project will start construction in 2016 and it has bicycle lanes. He will work with Ms. Ellis and Ms. Diaz-Trahan on this and may be able to create a linkage system for safety. There are funds budgeted next fiscal year for work on Naranja to Shannon.

Mr. Wade encouraged advocacy with nearby businesses. 

c.	RECREATIONAL PROGRAMMING AND ARTS

Vice Chair Bishop, Member Hallin and Ms. Diaz-Trahan have met and discussed the following:
- Venue opportunities such as the pad at Riverfront Park.
 - A children's program at Steam Pump Ranch in collaboration with the schools for a theatrical performance of the history of Steam Pump Ranch to be presented during the Town's 40th anniversary.
- Pop up art galleries for artists to display their art in vacant buildings.

Chair Stinnett suggested that the group present their top three ideas at the next meeting.

d.	GRANTS, PARTNERSHIPS & CEREMONIES

Member Pullara, Vice Chair Bishop and Member Hallin met and discussed a website: "shapingamericasyouth.org" which has opportunities for grant partnerships and funding. They will have more information at the next meeting.

Chair Stinnett requested that the group get Ms. Ellis' input and identity the top three or four grants at the next meeting.

Ms. Diaz-Trahan reported on topics relating to the following:
- Oro Valley Aquatic Center
- Parks
- Trails/Grants
- Recreation
- Playful City USA designation
- FY 2013/14 Budget approval
- Bond Advisory Committee
- Steam Pump Ranch facility rules and fee schedule

- Vanessa Beckhall from Santa Cruz Heritage Alliance to report on how land will be designated by the federal government. This could be at the annual joint meeting with the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board and the Historic Preservation Commission.
- Maintenance items mentioned during the Call to Audience as part of the Director's Report. 
- Archery course recommendations.

MOTION: A motion was made by Member Wickstrom and seconded by Member Pullara to approve the meeting schedule as presented.

MOTION carried, 5-0.

MOTION: A motion was made by Vice Chair Bishop and seconded by Member Hallin that the next meeting take place on Tuesday, September 17, 2013.

MOTION carried, 5-0.

MOTION: A motion was made by Vice Chair Bishop and seconded by Member Pullara to adjourn the meeting at 7:06 p.m.