Agenda

Print Minutes Return
MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR SESSION SEPTEMBER 17, 2019 ORO VALLEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE

REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM

CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order at 6:01 PM

ROLL CALL

Present:	Chair Ellen Guyer
	Member Philip Saletta
	Vice Chair Gary Temple
	Member Ronald Odell
	Member Anna Clark
	Member Joseph Coyle
	Member Charles Cachoeira
Staff Present:	Kristy Diaz-Trahan, , Parks and Recreation Director
	Joe Andrews, Town Attorney
	Melanie Barrett, Council Member Liaison

CALL TO AUDIENCE

Oro Valley resident Tracy Caprisi spoke about the Angel of Hope Statue and the hopes that it would be a consideration to put one at River Front Park. She explains that the statue serves as a memorial for children that have gone too soon.

COUNCILMEMBER LIAISON COMMENTS

Melanie Barrett reports that she likes the drinking fountain at Naranja Park. She gave thanks to the PRAB members for attending the APRA conference this month.

BOARD MEMBER REPORTS

Member Anna Clark states that she learned a lot at the Arizona Parks & Recreation conference. She gained a lot of knowledge in strategic planning, and was also made aware of how many grants are available.

Member Ronald Odell attended classes on park maintenance and stated that the conference had great speakers. He acknowledged the Parks & Recreation staff on their hard work in making the event a success.

Member Charles Cachoeira explains that he attended leadership classes and had a positive experience.

PRESENTATIONS

Gerry Perry from Pusch Ridge Archers

Mr. Perry presented a Power Point in regard to the archery range and who the Pusch Ridge Archers are. He States that there were many backdrops to the targets that needed replacing last summer which he explained in the PRAB meeting in June of 2018. Mr. Perry gave a history of how the archery range came about. Mr. Perry stated the revenue that is received is gathered through an Iron Ranger self-pay station. Mr. Perry provided revenue totals form years past. He also provided a summary of events that take place at the range.

Member Philp Saletta asked if the revenue goes into the general fund or somewhere else. Kristy Diaz Trahan states that it goes into the general fund.

Gary temple asked about the back stops and how you determine when the need to be turned.

Ronald Odell asks if the town prohibits advertising for the range. Kristy Diaz-Trahan say no however, there is no public fee schedule available.

CONSENT AGENDA

Review and/or approval of the May 14, 2019 special session munutes


				Motion by Chair Ellen Guyer, seconded by Member Philip Saletta to approve the May 14, 2019 special session minutes.

		Vote: 7 - 0 Carried

REGULAR SESSION AGENDA

	1.	DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD’S ADOPT A TRAIL WORK DAY


				Motion by Chair Ellen Guyer, to set a date for the Trail day of November 23rd at 9:00 AM.

		Vote: 7 - 0 Carried

	2.	DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA COMMITTEE
		Chair Ellen Guyer summarizes how agendas are made. Member Philip Saletta proposes that maybe another member should sit in on the writing and maybe do this on a rotating basis. Kristy Diaz-Trahan stated that this is why we have future agenda items for they may present ideas. Mr. Saletta stated that when the agendas are formulated that there are too many reports and not enough discussion. Ms. Diaz-Trahan stated that no other board has an agenda writing committee. Mr. Saletta's point of wanting more discussion was well received. Discussion continued amongst members.

	3.	PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING COUNCIL'S DIRECTION FROM THE JULY 31ST AND SEPTEMBER 4TH COUNCIL MEETING REGARDING THE GOLF COURSES
		Kristy Diaz-Trahan gave a short summary of the Counicils direction with golf. She stated that staff is still gathering numbers that will be provided at the October 4th meeting.

	4.	DIRECTORS REPORT (DISCUSSION LIMITED TO INFORMATION AND CLARIFICATION)
		Kristy Diaz-Trahan thanked all the members who attended the APRA Conference and reported the following: Participation in the APRA Conference increased by 20% from 3 years ago. Fall break camp will start at the Community Center Monster Mash event at Steam Pump Ranch will be held in October 25th Annual Spooktacular will be held in October Doggie Dash an Dawdle will be held in October Concert series at Steam Pump Ranch will start in October

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
		Member Ellen Guyer would like to have a discussion regarding Tracy Caprisi's Blue Card item. Member Anna Clark would like to discuss moving the PRAB meeting back to Bi-Monthly. Member Charles Cachoeira would like to Discuss the Archery Range. Next Meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2020.

ADJOURNMENT


				Motion by Chair Ellen Guyer, seconded by Vice Chair Gary Temple to adjour the meeting at 7:37 PM

Vote: 7 - 0 Carried

I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the special session of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 17th of September 2019. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a wuorum was present.

Casey WIlson
Senior Office Specialist