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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCSAC.2021.0927.Minutes TOWN OF FOUNTAIN HILLS MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES ADVISORY COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 1. CALL TO ORDER Call to Order at 5:01pm 2. ROLL CALL Present: Vice Chairman Natalie Varela; Commissioner Stephen Barnes; Commissioner Carey Reddick, Jr.; Commissioner Ron Ruppert; Commissioner Rory Wilson Absent: Youth Commissioner Jacelle Nicole Bautista Staff Community Services Director Rachael Goodwin; Executive Assistant Patti Present: Lopuszanski Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously 3. CALL TO THE PUBLIC Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.01(H),public comment is permitted(not required) on matters NOT listed on the agenda.Any such comment(i)must be within the jurisdiction of the Commission, and(ii)is subject to reasonable time,place, and manner restrictions. The Commission will not discuss or take legal action on matters raised during Call to the Public unless the matters are properly noticed for discussion and legal action.At the conclusion of the Call to the Public, individual commissioners may(i)respond to criticism, (ii) ask staff to review a matter, or(iii)ask that the matter be placed on a future Commission agenda. The following individual spoke in favor for Biophilic Certification: Cynthia Magazine The following individual provided written comment in support of Biophilic Cities: Lisa Ristuccia, Arizona Association for Environmental Education and Adamo Education 4. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Approval of the minutes of the Meeting of May 24, 2021 MOVED BY Commissioner Carey Reddick, Jr., SECONDED BY Commissioner Stephen Barnes Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously 5. PRESENTATION: Jeny Davis - Biophilic Fountain Hills Information/Survey Results Jeny Davis, Biophilic Fountain Hills presented information explaining what it would require for the Town of Fountain Hills to pursue a partnership with Biophilic Cities Network. The network provides the opportunity to coordinate with others that are leading the efforts toward a greener and healthier future for urban areas. Proposed indicators would include greening town infrastructure, urban forestry initiative, sustainable Fountain Hills, Sonoran Desert festival, Wildfire awareness program, connective trails and bicycle friendly community. Requirements for partnership would include: 1) Official resolution of adoption by the Town of Fountain Hills; 2) A narrative statement of the town's biophilic intentions; 3) Selecting a minimum of five indicators to monitor progress; 4) Designation of a town contact or coordinator; 5) Assist fellow partners and participate in partner events, workshops and conferences; 6) One time fee of$250. Discussion included creating a timeline to go to council with a recommendation in January. It was determined this item would be included on the October CSAC agenda to discuss additional research. 6. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Rosie the Riveter Memorial Rose Garden MOVED BY Commissioner Rory Wilson, SECONDED BY Commissioner Ron Ruppert Judy Winzel presented the idea to have a Rosie the Riverter Memorial Rose Garden created at the Northeast corner of the library to include 3 Knock Out roses on a one year trial basis. This would be done with the support of Sami Fine Jewelry as the sponsor. Mrs. Winzel has secured support from the Mesa Rose Society and their master gardeners and congressional district support. Commissioner Reddick asked what resources are needed and he was informed that property and irrigation for the pourous soil. Vice Chairman asked for a motion to move for Town Council approval. Commissioner Wilson moved to support the concept and moving it forward for Town Council approval, Commissioner Rupport seconded the motion. Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously 7. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION: Lighting of the Fountain Guidelines - Work Group Review The work group had created guidelines that were shared with the commission. It was determined that specific times and no more than 4 colors be allowed in one month. Request s would not roll over from year to year and would have to be applied for every year. Commissioner Barnes asked Ms. Goodwin who changes the colors for each request. It was shared that someone must go down to the pump house to set it and then go back to undo it. This requires staff to be available. No park staff work on the weekends creating the need to create the lighting schedule that would include Monday-Thursday and Friday - Sunday. It was suggested to post the fountain color changes and why in a permanent location for residents. Commissioner Ruppert asked about remote access and at this time that is not an option available. Commissioner Wilson asked about fees and Ms. Goodwin was open for discussion on staff rates to cover costs for the fountain color change requests. It was agreed to review further and bring it back to the October meeting for possible adoption. 8. UPDATE on Community Center Renovation The Community Center is scheduled to have its ribbon cutting ceremony on October 4, 2021 after being closed since June for renovations. Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously 9. UPDATE on Capital Improvement Projects Ms. Goodwin reported on the addition of the mini pitch that is a hard playing surface that is being done with the help of MUSCO Lighting and being installed at Desert Vista Park with a completion date of November 1, 2021. This project will also include the addition of lighting for the skate park. The splash pad and playground renovations will completed in the next 6 months. Work continues on the and the new crosswalk on Saguaro abd pickleball courts are due to open in 2 week. 10. UPDATE on Volunteer Opportunities for Make a Difference Day Ms Goodwin shared that there were currently 38 yard projects identified from residents in need for Make A Difference Day to be held on October 23, 2021. There will also be projects at the Middle School, Town Hall, and Community Garden. In addition, Spooky Blast will be taking place at Four Peaks Park on October 30th and Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning. 11. ADJOURNMENT at 6:11pm MOVED BY Commissioner Ron Ruppert, SECONDED BY Commissioner Stephen Barnes Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously COMM SER CES ADVISORY COM I N Na alie arela, Vice Chairman ATTEST AND PREPARED BY: a,/ ) Patti Lopusz ski, ecutive Assistant 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 Town Hall Council Chambers on the 27th day of September 2021. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and that a quorum was present. DATED thisoc5 day of OGl obey', 2021. Qgrjr pusza ' Assistant