HomeMy WebLinkAboutCSAC.2020.0622.MinutesTOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES ADVISORY COMMISSION
JUNE 22, 2020
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Rupert called the meeting of Monday, June 22, 2020, to order at 5:03 p.m. in the
Pima/Hopi rooms at the Fountain Hills Community Center, located at 13001 N La Montana
Drive, Fountain Hills, Arizona.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Vice Chairman Amy Arnold; Commissioner Don Doty; Commissioner Jerry Gorrell;
Commissioner Sharron Grzybowski; Youth Commissioner Hayden Arnold;
Chairman Ron Ruppert; Commissioner Natalie Varela
Staff Community Services Director Rachael Goodwin; Executive Assistant Jamie
Present: Salentine
'Commissioner Varela participated in the meeting via telephone.
3. CALL TO THE PUBLIC
There was no comments from the citizens present.
4. RECOGNITION of Youth Commissioner Hayden Arnold
Chairman Ruppert recognized Youth Commissioner Arnold on behalf of the entire
Commission for his time with CSAC, thanked him for his contributions, wished him luck at
the University of Arizona, and all of his future endeavors.
Commissioner Grzybowski stated that she has loved having him on the Commission and that
she uses him as an example when talking with other youth to apply for the position.
Youth Commissioner Arnold commented that he is thankful for the opportunity even though
this is not typical of what most teenagers would do and wanted to be more involved with the
politics within Fountain Hills. He added that he has enjoyed his time on the Commission for
two years.
In response to a question posed by Commissioner Grzybowski, Community Services
Director Rachael Goodwin noted that no Youth Commissioner applications have been
received. She added that they are still looking and have more students added to the
Mayor's Youth Council, which is promising.
5. CONSIDERATION OF Approving the February 3 and 24, 2020 Meeting Minutes
MOVED BY Commissioner Sharron Grzybowski, SECONDED BY Commissioner Jerry
Gorrell to approve the February 3 and 24, 2020 Meeting Minutes as submitted.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
6. - DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION of Appointing a Chairperson
Executive Assistant Jamie Salentine stated that items #6 and #7 had been tabled to this
meeting and added that the interviews for each expired term have been postponed until after
the summer break due to COVID-19. She confirmed that the two Commissioner positions up
for renewal will stay seated until the positions are filled.
Discussion ensued regarding the annual appointment month for the Chairperson and Vice
Chairperson.
MOVED BY Commissioner Sharron Grzybowski, SECONDED BY Commissioner Jerry
Gorrell to table the appointment for Chairperson until September and have the annual renewal
at the September meeting moving forward.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
7. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION of Appointing a Vice Chairperson
MOVED BY Commissioner Don Doty, SECONDED BY Commissioner Jerry Gorrell moved to
table the appointment for Vice Chairperson until September and have the annual renewal at
the September meeting moving forward.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
UPDATE on the Community Services Parks, Trails, and Recreation Master Plan
Ms. Goodwin updated on the Master Plan progress and stated that on June 22, 2020 the
kick-off of the focus groups started with the Community Services staff and three additional
focus groups will occur this week with the Community Stakeholders and ending on June 25,
2020 at 6:00 pm with a Public Forum. She asked the Commission to reach out to all
residents they know to participate in the Public Forum. She added that the focus groups and
public forum will assist in developing the Public Survey, which will be sent out to all residents
later this summer to respond via mail -in or online.
Discussion ensued relating to the Public Forum process, reaching out to residents, and the
registration process.
Ms. Goodwin clarified that Ms. Salentine will email the CSAC the flyer on the Public Survey
which includes the web link to register.
UPDATE from Work Group on the Community Swimming Pool
Commissioner Arnold commented that she had some conversations with residents wanting
an aquatic center and placed on social media some inquires on possible commitments for
funding. She noted they have not done too much outreach due to COVID-19.
Ms. Goodwin added that the survey may further the idea of a possible aquatic center since
this item is brought up many times.
10. UPDATE on Volunteer Opportunities with Town Events
Commissioner Grzybowski stated no upcoming events, however, Make a Difference Day
Planning Committee will meet next month and asked if anyone is interested to contact
Volunteer Coordinator Kimberly Wickland.
Commissioner Grzybowski pointed out that Home Delivered Meals and Give a Lift is looking
for volunteers.
Commissioner Varela added that Care Cards are needed.
Ms. Goodwin clarified that Care Cards started over the pandemic and has had a great
response. She noted that the Volunteer Department is focusing on specific cards such as
cards for the workers at the Bush fire as well as general care cards.
11. UPDATE on Special Events
Ms. Goodwin reported that the July 4th Celebration is canceled and that all special events at
this time are canceled until further notice.
Discussion ensued related to funding not used for special events and how the funds will be
offset.
12. ADJOURNMENT
MOVED BY Commissioner Don Doty, SECONDED BY Youth Commissioner Hayden
Arnold to adjourn.
Vote: 7 - 0 - Unanimously
The Community Services Advisory Commission adjourned at 5:37 p.m.
ATTEST AND PREPARED BY:
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Jamie Paul(Salentine), Executive Assistant
COMMUNITY SERVICES ADVISORY
COMMISSION
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Ron Ruppert, Chairman
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the Regular
Meeting held by the Fountain Hills Community Services Advisory Commission in the Fountain Hills
Community Center on the 22nd day of June, 2020. 1 further certify that the meeting was duly called and
that a quorum was present.
DATED this 21st day of September, 2020.
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Jamie Paul(Salentine), Executive Assistant