1-January 14 2014 MinutesCity of Nederland
Parks Advisory Board
Minutes
12:01 p.m.
January 14, 2014
1. MEETING
The meeting was held January 14, 2014 at the City of Nederland Recreation Center at
2301 Avenue H, Nederland, Texas and was called to order by Brent Weaver.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Brent Weaver, Sylvia Root, Marty Byrd, Joella Harvey, Stephanie
Gallagher
MEMBERS ABSENT: none
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Kacie Brown, Recreation Assistant, Angela Fanette, Parks and
Recreation Director
2. APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
Stephanie Gallagher made a motion to approve the previous meeting’s minutes. Sylvia
Root seconded the motion. All voted aye. Motion carried.
3. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION:
a. Discussion of 6th Annual Christmas on the Avenue.
Angela Fanette stated that the 6th Annual Christmas on the Avenue was a success
in spite of the rain and cold. The event still had a number of people turn out
although the weather was not cooperative. Brent Weaver gave feedback that he
had heard from the community that perhaps a larger tree could be purchased and
that a stage should be set for the children that were helping. Angela Fanette
stated that additional décor could be researched and the event will continue to
grow each year. No action needed.
b. Discussion of 2014 programs and projects.
Angela Fanette stated that a number of projects were scheduled for 2014. They
are February 22nd HOFNOD, March 8th Trash Bash, March 8th ASK Opening Day,
April 12th Art in the Park, July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza, October 7th NNO on
Boston Avenue, November 11th Veteran’s Day Celebration, December 6th
Christmas on the Avenue. Additionally the pool calendar is under construction
and is being revamped to host additional specialty family nights in the season. No
action was needed.
c. Discussion/possible action regarding a request from First Baptist Church
Nederland to host the Annual Easter Festival at Doornbos Park on April 19,
2014.
Angela Fanette presented a request from First Baptist Church Nederland to host
its Annual Easter Festival in the park. This event is open to the community and
has been held a Doornbos Park for a number of years. Additionally, the church
will look into providing their insurance for the event. Brent Weaver made a
motion to approve the usage. Marty Byrd seconded the motion. All voted aye.
Motion carried.
d. Discussion/possible action regarding a request from Paige Batchelor to use the
Recreation Center for a dance pageant in spring 2014 at the Nederland
Recreation Center.
Angela Fanette presented a request from Paige Batchelor to use the Recreation
Center for a dance pageant. Angela Fanette stated that she would like more
information on the program such as budget and if there is a request for fees
waived. Brent Weaver suggested the item go for legal review if fees are asking to
be waived. Angela Fanette stated that she would request more information and
bring that information to the next meeting for the board to review. No action
was needed.
e. Discussion of request from Doug Underwood for a movie in the park .
Angela Fanette stated that Doug Underwood was no longer requesting use of the
park at this time as he is still researching his movie in the park project and
funding, and at the time is not ready to make a formal request of the board. No
action was needed.
4. ADJOURN
There being no other business, Sylvia Root made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Stephanie Gallagher seconded the motion. All voted aye. Motion carried. The meeting
concluded at 12:43pm.
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Angela Fanette, Parks and Recreation Director