GOOSE CREEK RECREATION

COMMISSION MEETING

February 7, 2011

 

Present

·         Commission: Chairman Jerry Glass, Nancy Trevino, Milton Terre, Eddie Hiott, and Andrea Glover.

·         Staff:  Director Gary Stuber and Cheryl Heiselman

·         Guest:  Vincent Brown

 

Call to Order

The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm by Chairman Jerry Glass.

 

Public Comments

Mr. Stuber introduced Vincent Brown, who is stationed at the Weapons Stations and is interested building a skate park in Goose Creek.

 

Mr. Brown stated that his interest is in helping kids find physical activities to keep them drug and alcohol-free.  He said that skateboarding is a rapidly growing sport.  If land is available to build a skate park, the cost would depend on the size of the park being built.  A 2,000 square foot park could cost anywhere between $150,000-$250,000.  Larger parks, big enough to draw tournaments, could cost up to a million dollars.

 

Mr. Brown presented ideas for funding the skate park including:

·         Monetary contributions from our budget

·         Donations through his website

·         Corporate donations from sponsors

·         Combined federal campaign donations

·         Grants – including the Tony Hawk Foundation

 

Mr. Glass stated that the Commission has looked at the project before and City Council has to be convinced that we can accomplish it.  He suggested that Mr. Brown put together a packet or powerpoint presentation to sell the project.  It should include a visual concept of the park and a financial plan.

 

 

Minutes

Mrs. Trevino made a motion to approve the minutes of the November 8, 2010 meeting; motion seconded by Mr. Terre; all in favor.

 

Financial Reports

Mrs. Trevino made a motion to approve the financial reports as submitted for the periods ending November 30, 2010, December 31, 2010 and January 31, 2011; motion was seconded by Mr. Terre; all in favor.

 

A brief discussion was held on the projected revenues and expenses for the pool.  Mr. Stuber stated that he had budgeted for contingencies, but hopes he will not have to use those funds. 

 

 

Project Status Report

Pool at Crowfield Golf & Country Club

Mr. Stuber reported that the maintenance staff is working on renovations and repairs. The shower rooms have been renovated and the staff has drained the pool to look for any leaks.

 

Mrs. Heiselman reported on how memberships will be sold and how members will gain access to the pool and tennis courts.

 

Wireless internet will be installed at the pool and new locks are being installed at the tennis courts.

 

The Commission suggested we put picnic tables outside the gate and do party rentals.  They also stated the importance of getting the word out that we are now running the pool and that it is open to the public.

 

Forest Lawn Park

Mr. Stuber stated that he met with Mr. Tillman from Forest Lawn about this project.  He gave him a drawing of the park and books with playground equipment so he can start selecting equipment for the park.  Budget is $20,000.

 

Mr. Tillman is getting support from his neighbors to help with vandalism.  Mr. Stuber reinforced to him that this is an expensive project and we need community support for it to be a success.

 

Cultural Arts

Mr. Stuber reported that he has already met with two residents who are interested in being on this committee and he has received several other names.  He is creating a core group to brainstorm ideas and they will pick a project to implement this year. 

 

Mrs. Glover stated that she has a High School group interested in cultural arts and these children don’t usually have an outlet to express themselves.  She is interested in being involved with this committee, also.

 

 

New Business

Parks Report:

The maintenance department is currently working on the pool.  They are also completing work on the driveway at Dogwood Park. They will start working on the ballfields soon.

 

Recreation Report:

Mrs. Heiselman reported that the Recreation Division will be involved with the 50th Anniversary Celebration for the City of Goose Creek. 

 

Director’s Report

Mr. Stuber reported that Mayor Heitzler is working with County Councilman Fish to extend the Commission boundaries to include Devon Forest and Okatee.

 

Mr. Glass stated that he is concerned by a bill before the South Carolina legislature concerning Special Purpose Districts.  It pertains to the transfer of assets of a recreational special purpose district to county council.

 

Closing Public Comments

None at this time.

 

Adjournment

Mr. Terre made a motion to close the meeting at 7:20 p.m.; the motion was seconded by Mr. Hiott. All in favor.

 

The next regularly scheduled meeting is March 7, 2011 at 6 p.m.