HomeMy Public PortalAbout20100721pracmPARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
July 21, 2010 Legion Hall, McCall, Idaho 83638 -6:00 pm
I. CALL TO ORDER
Shorty Clarke called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. Members present were, Shorty
Clarke, Brigid Wiking, Carl Barrett, Dan Englebright and Ed Roper. Irwin Mulnick was
absent.
Staff Present for the meeting: Dennis Coyle, Director
II. INTRODUCTION OF GUEST
Mac Mckaben and Steve Epperson
III. NEW BUSINESS
a. Mckaben presented his proposal for a parasail operation at the city docks. He introduced his
boat captain; Mr. Epperson. Mr. Epperson emphasized his multiple years of experience, operation
with the City of Sandpoint, current operations on Payette Lake and his excellent safety record.
Both went on to explain the operation. How long the flights go, air height for riders, landing and
take-off on the boat. They charge $60.00 for a single and $90.00 for a tandem. Insurance
currently for one million dollars through Lloyds of London. Mr. Mckaben is requesting use of the
pump-out dock for picking up clients and for overnight moorage.
Questions from the Advisory Board members ensued.
The following motion was made and passed unanimously by the McCall Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board.
1. That McCall parasail adheres to the conditions outlined by Valley County Sheriff's
Department as detailed in the letter dated June 12, 2010.
2. That pick up and drop off of customers be limited to the west dock at Art Roberts
Park.
3. That McCall Parasail carries the appropriate amount of liability insurance as dictated
by ICRIMP and naming the City of McCall as co-insured.
4. That a fee of $250 per week of operation be paid to the City of McCall for use of the
City facilities.
5. No overnight moorage will be permitted.
6. That this agreement is for the remainder ofthe season only. At the end of the
operating season a review of the operation and the permit be conducted.
7. That any fees collected be dedicated to future improvements of waterfront facilities.
b. A brief update was given concerning boat trailer parking, America in Bloom, Budget
and the Annual Report. Mr. Clarke stated he would be giving the report to Council. He
will be sending out a draft for all to review.
IV. Old Business
a. Dennis explained the current status of the IDL easement request.
b. Summer program update. Use figures and registration numbers are very good.
Meeting adjourned at 7:30 pm.