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TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MINUTES
MONDAY,MARCH 8,2021;7:00 PM
The Trophy Club Parks and Recreation Board met in a Regular Session on Monday, March 8, 2 02 1.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Tiffany Nimphius Chairperson
Mindi Bone Vice Chairperson
Dean Murray Secretary
Tom Bath Board Member
Greg Fox Board Member
Steve Babineaux Board Member
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:
David Stout Board Member
STAFF PRESENT:
TonyJaramillo Director of Parks and Recreation
Kaitlin Keller Aquatics and Recreation Specialist
CALL TO ORDER AND ANNOUNCE A QUORUM
Chairperson Nimphius called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and noted a quorum with Vice Chairperson Bone, Board
Members Murray,Bath, Fox,and Babineaux
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Chairperson Nimphius confirmed there were no speakers registered for Public Comment.
REGULAR SESSION
Consider and take appropriate action regarding the approval of the Parks and Recreation Board
minutes dated September 21,2020.
Chairperson Nimphius asked if board members had reviewed the revised minutes from
September 21,2020. Chairperson Nimphius asked if any changes were needed,and none
were indicated.
Chairperson Nimphius asked for a motion. Board Member Bone moved to approve the
minutes dated September 21,2020,seconded by Board Member Bath.
Chairperson Nimphius called for a vote. Motion was approved unanimously(6-0).
Discuss and provide updates regarding Parks and Recreation projects and ongoing
recreational programs and events.(T.Jaramillo)
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Recreation items discussed(Aquatics and Recreation Specialist)included:
1. Staff is researching the possibility of offering additional programs at the community pool.
2. There is a possibility of TAAF allowing for swim teams to participate in the swim meets this year.
3. Swim Lessons at the community pool will be available this year through American Red Cross
Learn to Swim
4. Seasonal positions will be posted during the week.
5. Staff implemented CivicRec software and went live January 1,2021 for all memberships within
the Parks and Recreation Department
6. Eggtsravaganza will be held April 3,2021. Photos with the Easter Bunny and goody bags with
prefilled eggs will be handed out to all children.
Park items discussed(Director Jaramillo)included:
1. Winter storm damage repairs were performed at Harmony Park, Independence Park received more damage
compared to other facilities, however repairs are currently being made.
2. Sports Agreements are being revised by the Parks and Recreation Director and plan to take them to Council for
approval in April.
3. Pickleball consultant estimates were provided to staff.Staff will select a qualified consultant and move forward
with a study for pickleball court installation study.
4. Various grants for Trophy Club Park will be available such as boat ramp installation, local park grant and Off-
highway vehicle program.Staff will continue to research the grants.
5. Parks and Recreation Department has taken on the Virtual Fun Run and selling shirts as part of the program.
6. Staff continues to research at what capacity level opening the community pool.
7. Staff continues practicing safety measures by disinfecting high touch points throughout our parks system.
Board Member Babineaux asked about discussing the Fees Schedules within the Parks and Recreation Department
Chair Nimphius mentioned that a committee should be created in order to discuss such fees with staff.Board Members
Murray, Bone and Babineaux were volunteered and were selected as the committee.
Board Member Fox asked about the boat ramp grant and where would be a good location for a second ramp at Trophy
Club Park. Director Jaramillo responded and mentioned one location would be near picnic table 12 as it this area seems to
have been utilized as a boat ramp. However,various studies will need to be made prior to selecting such area.
Board Member Murray asked if scheduled fee's can be provided at the committee meeting, Director Jaramillo responded
and mentioned that a history of the fee schedule will be provided at the meeting. Board Member Fox followed with a
question and asked how old the current sports agreements were, Director Jaramillo replied and said they were renewed
in 2019. Board Member Fox asked if the intention was to raise the fees in which Director Jaramillo responded by saying it
was his intention to do so. Board Member Fox stated that he would be in favor of raising fees because of the amount of
wear and tear on the fields. Discussion of various sports field upkeep took place.
Director Jaramillo provided an update on the sports sponsorship program and mentioned that Greater Northwest Soccer
Association is interested in partnering with the town and assist in a sponsorship program for Harmony Park in an attempt
to raise funds for Capital Improvement Projects.
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Chairperson Nimphius mentioned that the next meeting will be in April and should be an in-person at
Town Hall.
ADJOURN
Chairperson Nimp . adjourned the meeting at 7:34PM.
Dean Murray,Secretary
Parks and Recreation Board
Town of Trophy Club,TX
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