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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin - Parks and Recreation Board - 2005 - 10/24 - Special CalledPARB MEMBERS PRESENT Ben Ferguson, Chair Cheryl Lawson, Vice -Chair Joey Herald Vicki Webster, Secretary Mary Fritche Gary Alan Moore MEMBERS ABSENT Todd McIntosh STAFFPRESENT Tim Dentler, Director of Parks and Recreation Lori Smeby, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Brian Bristow, Landscape Architect Bryan Rauscher, Golf Services Manager Robert Townsend, Park Services Manager Sue Witkowski, Senior Administrative Assistant GUESTS Residents of Allenwood Subdivision 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM IS PRESENT Chair Ben Ferguson called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm and announced a quorum was present. 2. REVIEW AMENITY DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR ALLENWOOD PARKLAND Tim Dentler, Director of Parks and Recreation did a brief introduction to the process and purpose for this meeting. Tim provided a history of the neighborhood MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 24, 2005 PARB MEMBERS PRESENT Ben Ferguson, Chair Cheryl Lawson, Vice -Chair Joey Herald Vicki Webster, Secretary Mary Fritche Gary Alan Moore MEMBERS ABSENT Todd McIntosh STAFFPRESENT Tim Dentler, Director of Parks and Recreation Lori Smeby, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Brian Bristow, Landscape Architect Bryan Rauscher, Golf Services Manager Robert Townsend, Park Services Manager Sue Witkowski, Senior Administrative Assistant GUESTS Residents of Allenwood Subdivision 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM IS PRESENT Chair Ben Ferguson called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm and announced a quorum was present. 2. REVIEW AMENITY DEVELOPMENT PLANS FOR ALLENWOOD PARKLAND Tim Dentler, Director of Parks and Recreation did a brief introduction to the process and purpose for this meeting. Tim provided a history of the neighborhood Page 2 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting October 24, 2005 and the identification as an "underserved neighborhood" of Allen. Tim introduced Brian Bristow, Landscape Architect for the City, and indicated Brian would be working with the design firm on the amenities for this parkland. Brian Bristow gave a brief power point presentation, with background and survey information for 603 Keith (1.32 acres), 605 Keith (1.25 acres), and 205 Keith (1.32 acres). (A copy of that presentation is attached to these minutes.) 3. RECEIVE IDEAS/COMMENTS FROM RESIDENTS OF ALLENWOOD Anyone wishing to speak to the Board regarding amenities they would or would not like to see at this facility was invited to come forward. Glen Renfro 606 Keith Drive Mr. Renfro had concerns about what the City planned to do about the streets in his neighborhood, safety of patrons visiting the parks, and expressed his concern 1 about an already serious drainage problem. Mr. Renfro expressed a concern about how bad the mosquitoes were and wants no more water as well as safety concerns at the blind comer of "Bookout Property" Mr. Renfro expressed his opposition to the park. Amy Nichols 211 Watson Drive Amy expressed her opposition to the park location. She preferred the comer of Cedar and McDermott be purchased for parkland. Debra Primavera 206 Watson Drive Debra asked who would be doing the design, and how that process would work. Brain responded that the first step would be tonight's meeting to gather information, pass that information to the consultant (Farris Studios), at which point a conceptual plan will be drawn up and presented to the residents at a second meeting (November 21), then refined and put out to bid. Chris Primavera 206 Watson Chris requested the trees be kept for their shade value and that an open space for Frisbee and basketball be allowed. Safety was a concern for Chris, as well as the 1 drainage issue. Chris expressed his disappointment that no conceptual plan was available for viewing at this evenings meeting. Page 3 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting October 24, 2005 1 Jimmy Moore 202 Keith Jimmy expressed his appreciation for the possibilities, energy and money being put toward this project. He indicated that water had been an issue for many years and that sidewalks would be nice. Jimmy felt the natural terrain was a plus, and would like to see "natural' colored equipment. Vickie Moore 202 Keith Vicki wants the natural wildlife kept as they are a wonderful asset to the facility; she also expressed her excitement about the park. She reminded the Board of the uniqueness of this property and neighborhood. She feels a walking track would be a great asset, and that a playground is needed. Off street parking would be a help, as well as cleaning out the shrubbery along the curve on Keith Drive. Phyllis Catton 204 Keith Phyllis indicated she and her husband (Carlo Troia) were very concerned about this park across from their house — noise, home values and privacy. Phyllis wants earlier curfew enforced and asked about the care and clean-up responsibilities once the park is completed. She also asked how this facility would be paid for d if the fence would remain. Carlo Troia 204 Keith Carlo indicated he and his wife (Phyllis Catton) were very concerned about this park across from their house — noise, home values and privacy. Giulio Troia 208 Keith Drive Giulio said that while he likes the park, access is a concern. Puking might be provided in the comer — currently a blind spot; also drainage needs to be reworked and speed bumps added to Keith. Kenneth Lindsey 213 Ellis Drive Ken indicated there were plenty of children in this neighborhood to utilize the park, and indicated he would enjoy walking to a park. He was not concerned with people from outside Allenwood visiting the facility, and that most of the traffic concerns that were expressed would not happen. He felt the parkland would not hurt property values and that the off -the -street parking slots would be a good idea. Ken felt that if Keith could be a "closed" street — that would be a good idea. Page 4 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting October 24, 2005 Marion Schaefer Robards 305 Ellis Drive Marion said the speed bumps were needed; security lighting needed, and likes the idea of a park in her neighborhood. Pat Buckley 316 Ellis Pat commended the Board for their pursuit of parkland in this neighborhood, and verified the wonderful trees and wildlife available on this property She felt a playground would be important, and would like to see basketball available. Joe Fockler 209 Allenwood Drive Joe wants to see a basketball court and a sand volleyball court. A walking trail would be nice, along with a picnic pavilion. Joe wants the "curve" area on Keith Drive cleared of low shrubbery to increase visibility Mr. Boone (not present) 207 Keith Mr. Boone asked his neighbors to speak on his behalf for fencing/screening to his property at 207 Keith Drive. Kimberly Ortiz 316 Ellis Kimberly recently moved to Allen from New Orleans, La., and likes the idea of something closer for her children. She would enjoy having the children play in their own neighborhood. The following are from people who filled out the comment/attendance card, but did not speak before the Board: Jean Cantrell 301 Allenwood In support of the facility. Dawn Troia 208 Keith In support of the facility. Jackie Cantrell 301 Allenwood tIn Support of the facility. Page 5 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting October 24, 2005 John and Irene Drastata 315 Allenwnood Kathy and Mark Brown 500 Keith In support of the facility — `Please make sure that the park blends into the neighborhood and that no trees will be cut down. Make it a green space. Walking trails. Keep the wildlife. Mosquitoes are a huge problem. No parking lot" Ronald and Teresa Rodenbaugh 401 Keith In support of the facility. Tom and Ellen Salmon 202 Allenwood (PO Box 638) In support of the facility — "For children, seniors, sidewalks to park from all areas, care for tributary (creek) to insure drainage, mosquito control, natural, walkways for walking, benches for sitting, gazebo and picnic tables, concern for blind curve, walkway from Willow Creek, love the nature labeling ideas (like the arboretum in Dallas), flag, historical marker (history of area), sculpture" Pat Paxton 200 Watson "The parking area for the park will need to be in the middle of the property so that no neighbor will look at a parking area (concrete)." Margaret Miller 207 Ellis Drive "Please give us a gazebo — picnic tables — walking trails — please do something about the drainage." After thanking all for taking the time to attend tonight's meeting, a call was made for comments from the Board. Joey Herald: indicated his appreciation for the interest and comments heard at tonight's meeting. He likes the natural approach, and said a trail would be nice. Gary Moore: thanked all for their attendance, and reported that all feedback would be taken to the consultant. Mary Fritsche: appreciated attendance this evening and indicated her concern for safety in this area. Cheryl Lawson: thanked all for attending, and indicated a walking trail was very important with possibility of some type of public art. Page 6 Parks and Recreation Board Meeting October 24, 2005 Ben Ferguson: said he lives close to a neighborhood park very similar to the Allenwood Property, and doesn't see it attracting a lot of people from outside the neighborhood. Chairman Ben Ferguson indicated the next public meeting on this issue would be held on November 21". 10. ADJOURN There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:15 pm. These minutes read and approved this 7`h day of November, 2005. l/ Ben 7ergp n, Chair Al , Vicki Wester, Secretary 11 I 0 Attachment — Allenwood Park Parks and Recreation Board Minutes October 24, 2005 F n H Attachment — Allenwood Park Parks and Recreation Board Minutes October 24, 2005 r Attachment - Allenwood Park Parks and Recreation Board Minutes October 24, 2005 Public Meetinas 1. October 24, 2005 2. November 21, 2005 3. December 12, 2005 (tentative) Planning and Desian October 2005 - March 2006 Construction April 2006 — December 2006