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Recreation Advisory Board Minutes November 27, 2023 Page 2 of 3 Kathy reported that the recent cold weather has brought people to the Rec Center in droves. The pool has been very busy. The Lafayette pool should open on Tuesday, which will help. There was a huge turnout for the Senior Center Thanksgiving dinner, with almost 200 people. Participants enjoyed the first buffet celebration since COVID. Kathy said that repairs are under control at the Rec Center. Repairs will include replacing some exterior panels on the building and working on the tile floor in the family changing area. Kathy reported that she is still waiting for information about decisions related to the sustainability report. RAB members expressed a desire to learn about proposals before they are implemented, so that feedback can be provided before actions are taken. Kathy presented an email from Adam Blackmore. • The sales and use tax to fund Open Space & Parks operations handily passed. Adam listed 2024 projects in the budget adopted by City Council. These include: restoration of the Mission Green tennis court, upgrading field lighting at the Louisville Sports Complex, designing and connecting a cart path along hole 13 at CCGC, remediation of the walking/jogging track at the Rec Center, HVAC replacement at the Rec Center, and upgrades to the short game area and practice putting green at CCGC. Dick would like to see more information about the proposed upgrades for the golf course. Gene would like to confirm that the rebuild of the east tennis courts at Centennial Park is still in the plans. Kathy will check on this. Kathy presented an email from David Baril. • David wrote that play at CCGC through November 19 has been above average. He wrote about the success of a combination Member Appreciation early season pass sale, chili luncheon and golf shop sale. He reported that there is a rumor that a new clubhouse will be built, and he realized that many players are unaware of the consultants' report and the support of the RAB for building a new clubhouse. RAB members suggested that Ginger address this issue, so that players are informed about the status of a potential new clubhouse. Support from the golfing community may help to provide momentum for the project. Kathy reported that various groups are requesting year-round access to ball fields. This would require year-round access to bathroom facilities and consideration of artificial turf. Board Updates