HomeMy Public PortalAbout2022.12.21 PRAC MinutesParks & Recreation Advisory Committee
Minutes
12/21/2022 6:00pm
Legion Hall/Virtual Meeting- McCall, Idaho
Committee Members Present: Avi Azoulay, Donna Bush, Paul Christensen, and Dave Petty.
Staff Members Present: Kurt Wolf and Stefanie Bork
Guests Present NA
Welcome: Called the meeting to order at 6:19 p.m.
Public Comment:
Agenda Review & Updates:
Review Minutes: October minutes were moved by Donna and seconded by Paul, all in favor.
PROS PLAN:
Stefanie gave an update on the November opportunities public workshop the summary
contained the menti poll results and the incorporation of the data collected from participation of
the 19 highschoolers in the menti poll questions based upon Riverfront Park concept,
neighborhood park parcels Broken Ridge and Lick Creek. Kurt mentioned the next steps will
include discussions on Capital Improvement fees to consider budgeting. Outreach phase two will
continue in January and February with the release of a series of 3 survey poll questions. Avi
questioned the methods of promotion and reaching the public and the efforts we will use to
promote the survey questions. Stefanie said the city will reach the public through multiple
methods, print including The Star News, flyers, emailed newsletter, social, and text my gov
notifications in addition she will research local community event opportunities to reach the
community. Logan Simpson will give a formal update in February of the results to the committee
at the regularly scheduled meeting.
Open Seat- Recommendation (action)
Kurt gave a brief background on Gusti Laidlaw current applicant for the expired open seat. Gusti
currently volunteers time with the parks department and helped with the perennial garden
plantings recently forthe renovated Brown Park. Donna motioned to invite Gusti to join the parks
and recreation committee, Avi seconded, all were in favor. Stefanie will notify Gusti of the
recommendation.
Recreation Department Programs and Events:
Stefanie gave a brief update on the status of winter programming: Youth Basketball, PLCA Days,
Messy Munchkins, No School Fun Days, and the Annual Tree Lighting event held in December.
Kurt thanked Paul for his additional volunteer time referring the youth basketball games. Dave
requested that the department continue to notify the committee members of volunteer
opportunities they can participate and support the department programming and events.
Upcoming programs include Indoor Soccer, Tots and Tykes Movement, and the Remastered
annual ski race.
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Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
Minutes
12/21/2022 6:OOpm
Legion Hall/Virtual Meeting- McCall, Idaho
Stefanie spoke to the current conference planning efforts. As mentioned previously venues have
been established for learning sessions including, Best Western, North fork Lodge, and The Glass
House McCall. Due to low registrations with 9 weeks out from conference date the department
is considering reducing learning sessions to two locations condensing the sessions will allow
attendees to have a more engaging experience in sessions. Tara and Stefanie are currently still
seeking session speakers, sponsorships and donations for the conference and will be confirming
a caterer for the award banquet dinner.
Park's Department Projects and Maintenance Update:
Current focus of the parks department is maintenance, downtown sidewalk, and pathway snow
removal. Additionally, the parks crew is building the outdoor ice rink which should be open to
the public soon.
Kurt mentioned that over the past three months the department has completed a review of the
current parks and recreation department staff roles. Under current operations the roll
Administrative Assistant was deemed an inaccurate description of Stefanie's current
responsibilities and assignments. Kurt along with Human Resources established the position of
Parks and Recreation Business Manager. This position title will align with Stefanie's expected and
current responsibilities and protect the department from the liabilities of having her operate
under an administrative title. The PRAC committee members congratulated Stefanie on her title
and role within the department. Stefanie is excited in continuing her duties and serving the
department.
Next Meeting Business: PROS plan Outreach, High School Representative,
Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 7:OOpm
Signed: Attest:
Committee — Chair City Staff bison
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