Recreation Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2021 09 27

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Recreation Advisory Board Minutes August 23, 2021 Page 4 of 5 Outdoor Rec Amenities Update Nathan reported that there is a formal funding mechanism for outdoor recreational amenities. The City has a 3/8% tax for open space acquisition, development, and maintenance, including parks. In addition, an annual general fund transfer goes into this fund. Much of the money is currently being used to replace playground equipment in parks; with replacements scheduled over the years, there is no need to repair or replace them all at once. There was Board discussion about whether or not this fund is adequate to build and maintain outdoor rec facilities and pay for all of the other needs of the open spaces and parks. For example, the tennis courts have torn windscreens and weeds growing in cracks on the courts. If we don't have enough money to maintain our facilities, we may need to ask City Council for additional funds. Nathan will meet with Gene Kutscher and look at the tennis courts to understand the concerns. Nathan reported that the plans to add pickleball lines to several outdoor parks are moving forward. The painting project should be completed in the fall. Nathan said that the construction of new tennis courts and pickleball courts should be considered in 2022 to become part of the 2023 budget cycle. Board Updates Lisa Norgard had a concern regarding the beverage cart at the golf course, an essential amenity in hot weather. When she was on the golf course, the beverage cart was not running reliably. David replied that there were two carts and that some problems had been fixed. He wasn't aware of current issues, but he would check. Lisa was also concerned that some players were unhappy about changes to golf tee times that might not allow enough time for players to finish the course before dark. With the City's new mask mandate and the CDC approval of the Pfizer vaccine, Board members asked if the City might mandate vaccination for employees and/or clients. Deb Fahey responded that there is currently no plan for a vaccination requirement, but this is a topic of conversation within the City Manager's office. Deb Fahey brought up that there are event rental spaces available in the City, at both the Rec Center and at the Center for the Arts. Kathy Martin explained that people who rent the rooms could serve alcohol, but they can't sell it. In addition, events must conclude at a set time.