HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Ames Park and Recreation Commission Meeting 05/18/2023AMES PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
DATE: May 18, 2023
COMMISSION
PRESENT: Jeremy Bristow, Sarah Cady, Rachel Cramer, Thyra Cox, Duane Reeves, Nathan
Shimanek, Jeff White
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Keith Abraham, Joshua Thompson, Courtney Kort,
CALL TO ORDER: 4:01 PM
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Bristow moved, with a second by White, to approve the April 20, 2023, meeting minutes.
No discussion. No opposition. Motion Approved.
PUBLIC FORUM
No public forum
MOTION APPROVING THE TENNIS AGREEMENT WITH AMES FITNESS CLUB FOR MAY 31, 2023,
THROUGH MAY 31, 2024
Kort informed the Commission that there are no changes to this agreement. Staff recommends Alternative #1.
Bristow moved, with a second by Cramer to approve Alternative #1.
No discussion. No opposition. Motion Approved
DISCUSSION REGARDING POTENTIAL TOUR SITES FOR JUNE MEETING
Abraham stated that June is when Commission and Staff tour upcoming projects. Staff recommends touring the
Sands-McDorman location and walking the land.
Shimanek agrees and would enjoy touring this property.
Cady would like to tour the Ice Arena. White and Reeves are unable to attend.
Abraham reminded the Commission that there may be a short meeting before the tour if there is something the
Commission will need to take action on. Abraham will check on the rules for a quorum.
Cady asked where to meet. Abraham stated that Staff and Commission would meet at the Ames/ISU Ice Arena
to take care of any business and then go to the Sands-McDorman property.
MONTHLY REPORT
Thompson wanted to thank Holub Garden and Greenhouses for supporting the Adopt a Garden
program.
Kort informed the Commission that Homewood had a very successful April and was up over 1300
rounds and that a disc golf tournament was held at the Carroll Marty Disc Golf Course with 19
participants.
Kort informed the Commission that Aquatics is still hiring lifeguards. There are 84 guards at this
time. Staff would like to be in the 115-130 range—the department is holding some hiring events
to help people go through the hiring process. Anyone interested can apply at
www.cityofames.org/jobs.
Abraham stated staff has been working very hard and doing everything they can to get people
hired and ready to sit in the guard stands.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Cady commented that she saw plantings at Emma McCarthy Lee and wanted to thank the folks
doing that.
Cramer asked how people can get involved in the Adopt a Garden program. Thompson stated
that anyone interested can reach out to Parks and Recreation.
ADJOURNMENT
Bristow moved to adjourn. The meeting concluded at 4:19 PM.
NEXT MEETING
Thursday, June 15 at 4:00 PM (Parks and Facilities Tour)
Meet at the Ames/ISU Ice Arena.