02.22.2010 Parks & Rec Minutes� ,c
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1. Call to Order/Roll Call
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108 W. Broadway, Prosper, Texas
Town of Prosper Municipal Chambers
Thursday, February 22, 2010 at 6:30 p.m,
The meeting was called to order at 6:39 p.m. by Chair Loren Moulder.
Members present include: Loren Moulder, Mark Kelly, Chris Sanchez,
Michael Lamb, and Daniel Ting.
Staff members present include: Wade Harden
2. Consider and act upon approval of the minutes from January
20, 2010 meeting.
No action was taken on the item.
3. Comments by the Public.
Jim Lugar, pastor of Life Journey Church presented the church's plans
for the second annual Easter Eggstravaganza.
4. Discussion regarding the development of a skatepark.
Staff presented information regarding the development of a skatepark
and the timing of the development in respect to the Parks, Recreation
and Open Space Master Plan. Staff also, documented support for a
skatepark from citizens.
Mr. Jester spoke in support of the development of a skatepark and the
need for this park not only for today, but for future residents as well.
The Parks & Recreation Board (PARBd) directed Town staff to seek
funding opportunities and research potential locations for the amenity.
S. Discussion regarding alternative trail surfaces for the
Community Park.
Staff presented information regarding trail options and a limited
number of cost estimates. Individuals attending the meeting vocally
supported alternative options to concrete. The Parks & Recreation
Board (PARBd) directed Town staff to provide additional options with
costs to discuss the issue in more detail.
6. Discussion regarding the sport of cricket and improvements
required for a cricket pitch.
Staff noted an opportunity for the Town to locate a cricket league
within the Town, if the Town is able to provide a location.
Mr. Mainker presented his interest in locating a cricket league within
the Town and with a location he would provide funds for the
improvements.
The Parks & Recreation Board (PARBd) requested Town staff follow-up
with Mr. Mainker upon the completion of the Town's Community Park
and determine if there is a viable location for a cricket pitch.
7. Consider and act upon a park fee and dedication credits for
Prosper Estates and Mansions multi -family development.
Chris Sanchez motioned to approve 100% credit on the 8' trail
including both bridges and the maximum of 50% credit on all of the
playground areas, fitness stations, volleyball court and associate
improvements, Mark Kelly seconded the motion. Motion approved by
a vote of 5-0.
S. Discussion regarding implementation of the park sign plan.
The consensus of the Parks & Recreation Board is to utilize a scaled
down version of the sign standard for pocket park locations and to
move forward with a bid packet for the improvements.
9. Informational Items.
Town staff presented statistics on the Trout Derby, with over 100
registered children participants. Staff also expressed appreciation to
Board members who participated in the event, specifically Chris
Sanchez for his involvement. Staff updated the Board on the Main
Street Park improvements and the Boyer Park bid.
10. Adjourn
Loren Moulder motioned to adjourn, seconded by Daniel Ting. Motion
was approved by a vote of 5-0. Meeting adjourned at 8:58 P.M.
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