Park and Recreation Commission
January 8, 2018
Meeting Minutes
Present: Kevin Jones (Chair), Kate Schwartz, Rob Blick, Scott Palmer
CALL TO ORDER
Mr. Jones called the meeting to order at 7:35pm
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Rob Blick (PAR Director) reported:
-That the ice rink is open and running. A few leaks in the rink have been reported, a liner was suggested to fix the issue. Rob suggested buying the liner next year.
-Mark (employee) has been rehired and will work hours as allotted.
-Debbie, the PAR secretary, is retiring at the end of the month. The position has been posted internally.
LETTER OF CORRESPONDENCE
-Kevin Jones reported a member of the public reached out, asking about the Redding Dog Park. He was disappointed that the dog park hasn’t opened. Kevin explained the situation and invited him to a future meeting.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Minutes from the November 6, 2017 & December 4, 2017 will be voted on during the February 2018 meeting
DISCUSSION OF PREVIOUS BUSINESS
-None
SPECIAL EVENT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
-Scott will send policy document to Kevin and Rob
-Rob Blick will add the cover page.
REVIEW OF JANUARY 2017 & BUDGET WORKSHOP
-Rob reviewed the presentation of the 2018 budget to the Board of Finance.
-Rob discussed cuts, employee status, current budget, increases/decreases in program, and driving factors in the operation budget. (discussion)
ADDITIONAL NEW BUSINESS
-None
SUPPLEMENTAL PUBLIC COMMENT
-None
ADJOURNMENT
Motion Palmer, Schwartz, unanimous. Adjourned at 8:10 pm
Submitted: Kim Keil